Covered with the Utah FOP
Covered is the flagship podcast for the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, the largest law enforcement labor organization in the state. Every episode covers the crucial legal, political, and professional topics that affect the men and women of law enforcement. With local and national guests, we tackle police legal defense, mental health, the changing profession, and more. Join us and listen to the “voice” of Utah law enforcement.
Episodes
April 16, 2024 • 44 mins
Well it's finally time for Bret Rawson to go off with his shiny new bleep button. Everyone gets in on the fun by the end of the episode. Buckle up and grab your ear muffs.
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April 2, 2024 • 33 mins
Sharpening the saw or taking care of yourself is a critical element inside and outside law enforcement. If you are not bringing your best to the job every day, you and those your serve will suffer. The FoP boys go through some great tips, anecdotes and advice on how to stay sharp, intelligent and engaged out on patrol. Finally, Brent brings his best dad jokes to the table.
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March 13, 2024 • 27 mins
The FoP boys are joined by friend of the program and The Order, Danny King. Danny checks in from Las Vegas/Henderson Nevada in order to continually review police use of force and why this is such a sticky but important issue.
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March 13, 2024 • 26 mins
The FoP boys sit down in order to look at our political landscape as things continue to heat up for national elections. Bret's take is that "we are not party affiliaited...and call it like we see it." How are these national issues affecting officers both across the country and here in the Intermountain West.
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February 22, 2024 • 26 mins
This week on Covered with the Utah FOP, the usual suspects are dressed up for MLK day and dive into wellness. Tune in to hear about the crew's experience with physical health, phobias, and mullets!
To learn more about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, visit the link below:
www.UtahStateFOP.com
To learn more about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, visit the link below:
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January 22, 2024 • 32 mins
The Covered Crew is once again joined by special guests Mary Kent from the Utah Valley University Open Source Intelligence Center and Utah State Congressman/Officer Tyler Clancy representing Utah's district 60. On this week's episode, the crew dives deeper into Representative Clancy's experience as a State Congressman and an active police officer. Tune in for another great episode of Covered with the Utah FOP!
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January 3, 2024 • 33 mins
This week on Covered, the crew is joined by Utah State Congressman Tyler Clancy and Professor Mary Kent of the Open Source Intelligence Center at Utah Valley University to talk about how data, artificial intelligence, and the help of intelligence analysts are vital to law enforcement investigations and how you can get involved!
To learn more about the Open Source Intelligence Center, send an email to OSIC@UVU.edu.
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To learn more about the Open Source Intelligence Center, send an email to OSIC@UVU.edu.
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December 23, 2023 • 40 mins
In part 2 of Blessed are the Peacemakers, your hosts Brent Jex, Bret Rawson, and special guest Juan Becerra celebrate the holiday season by discussing the LDS church's Light the World campaign and the miracles that can come from charity, gratitude, and service to your community. Join the Crew for another heartwarming episode of Covered with the Utah FOP!
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December 6, 2023 • 32 mins
To start off month of December, the FOP boys are back with this week's special guest, former FBI agent and current Manager of the Government & Community Relations team at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Juan Becerra. This episode, we're talking about how the peacemakers of past and present are blessed for dedicating their lives to the safety and prosperity of their communities, as discussed in Matthey 5:9 of th...
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November 16, 2023 • 35 mins
This week on the show, Brent Jex and Bret Rawson are once again joined by special guest Jeff "JC" Jensen for another, more serious episode of Covered with the Utah FOP where they discuss the ongoing violence in Israel and how the conflict affects law enforcement officers on the streets of America. Tune in to stay informed and to learn how you can stay prepared in your community.
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November 1, 2023 • 37 mins
This week on Covered with the Utah FOP, your favorite hosts Brent a Jex and Bret Rawson are joined by Jeff "JC" Jensen to talk about anything and everything you need to know about OICI protocols and interviews. But first, we bid farewell to the third member of the Covered trio, former Executive Director Scott Stephenson who's moving on to serve on the Utah Board of Pardons and Parole.
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October 16, 2023 • 44 mins
The Covered Crew is back with part 2 of Make Your Bed, the special 2-part series discussing the book Make Your Bed by Admiral William H. McRaven and how its message can be applied to the enforcement and administration of law. Tune in for another engaging episode with Brent, Bret, and guest Kevin Murray. Be sure to listen to episode 74. Make Your Bed Part 1 before listening to this episode for the full conversation!
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October 3, 2023 • 41 mins
On this episode of Covered with the Utah FOP, the crew wants you to read a book! Bret and Brent are joined by Capitol City Lodge President Kevin Murray to break down the book, Make Your Bed by Admiral William H. McRaven and how it applies to the profession in Utah and nation-wide. Tune in next time for part two of this engaging discussion!
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September 12, 2023 • 38 mins
On this week's episode of Covered with the Utah FOP, our usual hosts Brent (still dressed to impress) and Bret are joined by their friends from the Children's International Rescue Foundation (CIRF) to talk about how they are working to unite hearts and save lives by rescuing children from sex trafficking across the world. Tune in to learn more about how their operations work and what you can do to help!
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September 5, 2023 • 37 mins
The Covered Crew is back and dressed to impress in their Sunday best to talk about their breakfast with the Utah Legislature. Tune in to catch up with the guys and their latest legislative priorities!
For more information about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, please visit our website below:
www.UtahStateFOP.com
For more information about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, please visit our website below:
www.UtahStateFOP.com
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August 4, 2023 • 29 mins
Welcome back to part 2 of Due Process in the Crosshairs with our usual FOP crew. This week, the boys talk about due process and merit protections for law enforcement officers at the state and city levels. Tune in to hear how you can help fight to protect your merit protections.
For more information about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, visit our website below:
www.UtahStateFOP.com
For more information about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, visit our website below:
www.UtahStateFOP.com
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July 17, 2023 • 30 mins
This week, Bret Rawson is once again joined by Brent Jex and Scott Stephenson for episode 70 of Covered with the Utah FOP to talk about due process and its importance in both state and municipal law enforcement departments. In part 1 of this 2 part special, the boys discuss the Utah State Legislature's due process legislation and how it relates to corruption and accountability across the board. Be sure to tune in for another conver...
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July 3, 2023 • 37 mins
For this week's episode 69 of Covered with the Utah FOP, Brett and Kevin speak with Riverton, UT Mayor Trent Skaggs for part 2 of the Parade of Mayors! Tune in to hear their engaging discussion on Mayor Skaggs' life, his take on the culture of public service, and his priorities as a candidate for one of Utah's US Senate Seats.
For more information about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, visit the link below:
www.UtahStateFOP.com
For more information about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, visit the link below:
www.UtahStateFOP.com
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June 16, 2023 • 29 mins
This week on Covered, Brett is joined by his friend and new voice to the show, Kevin Murray to kick off part 1 of the Parade of Mayors! For this special episode, Brett and Kevin speak with Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall about policing and crime in Salt Lake City, Utah after the George Floyd Riots of 2020. Stay tuned for Part 2 of the Parade of Mayors where the Covered Crew is joined by yet another Utah mayor that's fighting f...
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May 30, 2023 • 35 mins
Tune in for this week's episode of Covered with the Utah FOP as they continue their discussion on the importance of listening with special guest Nicole Nielsen from Tactical Clarity. For more information about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police and Tactical Clarity, visit our page below:
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www.UtahStateFOP.com/mental-health-program
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