The beyondthebadgeradio’s Podcast

The beyondthebadgeradio’s Podcast

Listen as two seasoned cops, Dan Chlebos and Frank Rubino, who are now university professors, give you the straight scoop on criminal justice topics. This is where the truth comes to live. This is where discussions go “Beyond the Badge”.

Episodes

March 1, 2026 11 mins

Is there a two-tier system of justice in the US?.  Dan & Frank discuss if the legal system is rigged to the benefit of people that are well connected.

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Dan & Frank discuss the importance of forging and maintaining personal relationships with fellow officers.

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Dan and Frank discuss the media's role in the reporting of details of criminal investigations.  In addition, what responsibility does law enforcement have in sharing information with the media.

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Dan & Frank discuss the fallout from the recent "no confidence" vote of leadership by the officers, and the possible change of the department becoming a state highway patrol instead of a police force.

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Dan & Frank discuss the recent situation where an officer had to use deadly force against a driver that struck him with her car.

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Dan & Frank discuss the standards and benefits of staying in shape for First Responders.

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Dan & Frank discuss the topic of defendants looking to be found incompetent to stand trial, and to plead not guilty by reason of insanity.

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Dan & Frank discuss the issue of people wrongfully convicted of crimes they didn't commit and what municipalities are doing....and what they should do to reduce the numbers.

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Dan & Frank take a deeper dive into the topic of the use of new tech and AI in police work.

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Dan & Frank discuss the advantages, and disadvantages of new technology being introduced to police work...specifically drones and AI.

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Dan & Frank discuss the topic of safety for worshipers at churches after the latest attack at the church in Grand Blanc, Michigan.

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Dan & Frank discuss the situation involving the Chief of Police in East Lansing, Michigan where there are calls the firing of the chief of police for her comments.

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Dan & Frank discuss the situation in Chicago with ICE agents under attack from protestors and Chicago police allegedly being given a "stand down" order.

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Dan & Frank continue their discussion on the rights of free speech for First Responders on controversial issues.

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After the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, many people in the private sector have lost their jobs due to social media postings supporting the shooting.  Could police or other first responders also be subject to penalties for public comments?  Dan & Frank discuss this topic.

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September 14, 2025 12 mins

Dan and Frank discuss the recent no confidence vote the head of the Michigan State Police received from his troopers.

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August 24, 2025 12 mins

Dan & Frank tackle the effects of that one call that can haunt the dreams and affect the mental well being of cops and other first responders. 

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Dan Chlebos and Frank Rubino discuss the challenges that affect the personal lives of Police officers and other First Responders.

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July 30, 2025 17 mins
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July 21, 2025 13 mins
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