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BEST in BLUE
by KUDZUKIAN
The Best in Blue(BiB), hosted by Candace Gray, is a podcast that provides a platform for Memphis Police Department leaders to enhance the department's brand equity and increase recruitment prospects.
Episodes
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Uniting for a Safer Memphis: Conversations at Alcenia's
In an inspiring episode of "Breaking Bread with the Chief," hosted by Chief CJ Davis of the Memphis Police Department, leaders from across Memphis gather at the beloved Alcenia's restaurant to engage in a heartfelt dialogue. This unique series, presented by the Best in Blue Podcast, fosters…
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Memphis Police Chief CJ Davis | Community Conversations at Feast & Graze
Join us for a compelling episode of "Breaking Bread with The Chief" featuring Memphis Police Department Chief CJ Davis. In this intimate episode, Chief Davis engages in meaningful conversations with local community leaders, including William Arnold, Director of the Office of Re-Entry, Sgt. Joy...
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Breaking Bread with The Chief | Payne's Bar-B-Que
Breaking Bread with the Chief at Payne's Bar-B-Que you can't miss. Chief CJ Davis of the Memphis Police Department hosts a kitchen table-style conversation with an assortment of influential leaders at the renowned Payne's Barbecue restaurant. Joined by legendary Memphis rapper Al Capone, Natalie...
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Breaking Bread with The Chief | Owen Brennan's
Breaking Bread with The Chief is a part of a series of conversations with an assortment of leaders, advocates and influencers in Memphis. In this first episode MPD Chief CJ Davis is at Owen Brennan's restaurant with Activist and Entrepreneur Keedran Franklin, Dana Wilson (Executive Director,...
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Uniting for Change: Conversations Beyond the Badge
In this engaging episode of "Breaking Bread with the Chief," presented by the Best in Blue Podcast and the Memphis Police Department, Chief CJ Davis hosts notable guests, Ben Adams, Jerald Trotter, and Van Turner, at Eggxactly Breakfast and Deli. This episode delves into misconceptions…
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The Progress Report: Understanding 21st Century Policing Strategies
The Memphis Police Department presents the second special episode in the 'The Progress Report' series. Chief CJ Davis offers a comprehensive snapshot of the advancements made in 2023 and a peek into the department's goals for 2024. This episode focuses on the intricacies of 21st-century policing...
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The Progress Report: Officer Training and Development
Join us for "Best in Blue - The Progress Report," a 3-part special video series where we explore the significant strides made in the Memphis Police Department in 2023. Chief CJ Davis discusses key initiatives like officer training, department restructuring, and community-centric projects like...
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The Memphis Police Department's UT Leadership Academy
On this episode of Best In Blue, we are joined by Col. Dereck Stewart, Col. Webb Kirkdoffer and Lt. Monique Williams of the UT Leadership Academy. They dive into what the UT Leadership Academy is and how it services the youth in the state of Tennessee. We specifically learn about how the Memphis...
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The External Relations Bureau
On this episode of Best in Blue we are joined by Lt. Col. Lenora Armstead and Lt. Ronald Polk of the Memphis Police Department as we take a comprehensive look into the the External Relations Bureau and all that it does in helping keep the City of Memphis safe.
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Building Stronger Communities: The Impact of D.A.R.E
On this episode, we are joined by officer's Timothy Rutherford and Cassandra Leake of the Memphis Police Department. They discuss Memphis Police Department's D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) division and other programs within the department that are designed to help build a stronger...
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Investing In Our Future
In this episode of Best In Blue we are joined by Memphis police chief CJ Davis and Assistant Chief Shawn Jones. We take in intriguing look into the biggest issues facing the Memphis Police Department right now including youth challenges and and uptick in violent crime. They give comprehensive...
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The Pathway To Chief
In this episode of Best In Blue we are joined by Memphis police chief CJ Davis. We explore the intriguing journey of women striving to succeed in male-dominated fields. We also grasp the importance of cultivating a positive work atmosphere to ensure collective growth. Then we are updated on how…
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Strategies for Effective Community Engagement
On this episode of of Best In Blue, we are joined by Deputy Chief Steve Chandler and Colonel Sandra Green of the Memphis Police Department. We gain insight into why community engagement is paramount for crime prevention. We also uncover programs that aim to eradicate crime right from its roots....
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Memphis Police Department's Special Operations
We are joined by Memphis Police officers in the special operations unit. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover the inner workings of special operations within the Memphis Police Department. Unearth the extensive training process and unique roles of the canine unit that not many are privy...
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The Roles and Responsibilities of a HR Department
In this episode of the Best in Blue podcast, Deputy Chief Hampton and Colonel Cunningham from the Memphis Police Department reveal the diverse roles and responsibilities within the HR department. From managing personnel and finances to developing training curriculums, these officers are dedicated...
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Crime Prevention Through Integration
Discover the innovative ways technology is being used to fight crime in Memphis in this episode of Best in Blue. We are joined by Deputy Chief Joe Oakley, Information Technology Department for the Memphis Police Department. In this episode, you will be able to: Explore the powerful intersection…
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Serving Diverse Communities
Memphis is a soulful city and the soul of the city is its diversity. As both the Latino and LGBT communities expand, so does MPD. The department is committed to implementing 21st century policing strategy which includes a designated liaison to the Latino and LGBT constituencies. Our host Candace...
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All About the Community
Assistant Chief Jones of the Memphis Police Department talks about how and why he came to Memphis, his work history with Chief Davis in Atlanta and his dedication to the communities in which he serves. With more than 35 years of experience, he went from a small town in Georgia to Atlanta and now...
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Meet The Chief!
Just when you thought you knew the importance of building trust and legitimacy with the community, Chief CJ Davis of the Memphis Police Department shared a surprising twist in the story. Her approach to law enforcement is a game-changer, leaving you with an open loop of questions and answers and…
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Traffic Bureau (Police Service Technician) w/Major Angela Jenkins and PST Bah | BEST IN BLUE | KUDZUKIAN NETWORK
On this episode of Best in Blue, DC sits down with Major Angela Jenkins, Supervisor of the Traffic Bureau Police Service Technicians, and PST Bah. We get a comprehensive look at the requirements, duties and amazing benefits that come with becoming a Police Service Technician. Make sure you tune...
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Mt. Moriah Precinct w/Col. Joe Oakley and Lt. Col. Debbie Jackson| BEST IN BLUE | KUDZUKIAN NETWORK
On this episode of Best in Blue, DC visits with Col. Joe Oakley and Lt. Col. Debbie Jackson with the Mt. Moriah Precinct of the Memphis Police Department. We get a look into the amazing work the officers of the Mt. Moriah Precinct do on a day to day basis to serve and keep the people of the...
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[ VIDEO ] Motorcycle Squad w/ Lt. Tina Halfacre | BEST IN BLUE | KUDZUKIAN
On this episode of Best in Blue, we hear from Lt. Tina Halfacre from the Memphis Police Department's Motors Unit Traffic Division. The Motors Unit primary jobs are the enforcement of traffic laws, investigation of crashes and special events. Lt. Tina Halfacre discusses her journey throughout her...
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[ VIDEO ] Canine Unit w/ Lt. Tom Warrick and Sgt. Shannon Bowen | BEST In BLUE PODCAST | KUDZUKIAN
DC visits The Memphis Police Dept. Canine Unit with Lt. Tom Warrick and Sgt. Shannon Bowen. They share with us what its like having a Canine as a partner, what it takes to train them, their duties and responsibilities, and so much more right here on the KUDZUKIAN Network!!!
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Mounted Patrol w/Lt. Felipe Boyce | BEST IN BLUE | KUDZUKIAN NETWORK
On this episode of Best in Blue, DC visits with Lt. Felipe Boyce of the Memphis Police Department's Mounted Patrol. We get a comprehensive look into the origins of Mounted Patrol and the day to day operations and responsibilities of the unit. We even get a little training on how to mount the…
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D.A.R.E & G.R.E.A.T. w/ Ofc Cassandra Leake | BEST In BLUE VIDEO| KUDZUKIAN
D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) and G.R.E.A.T. (Gang Resistance Education and Training) are two programs championed by the Memphis Police Department. On this episode, Best In Blue visits with Ofc. Cassandra Leake, who is committed to improving the life of Memphis' Youth.
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AIR SUPPORT w/ Lt. Max Howard | BEST In BLUE [ VIDEO ] | KUDZUKIAN
Let's explore the life of an officer that is a part of the Air Support Unit of MPD. Joining DC and Lia, Lt. Max Howard and he will enlighten us on the Air Support Unit, as well as, how the unit interacts and interfaces with the other departments/units of MPD.
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[ VIDEO ] Police Training Academy w/ Lt. Col Anthony Rudolph and Maj Sharon Cunningham | BEST In BLUE PODCAST | KUDZUKIAN
DC visits The Memphis Police Dept. Training Academy with Lt. Colonel Anthony Rudolph and Major Sharon Cunningham. They will share with us what it takes to become and continue to be one of the Best In Blue and take us on a tour of the Police Training Academy.
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Crump Station Precinct w/ Col. Dana Sampietro | BEST In BLUE PODCAST | KUDZUKIAN
On this episode of Best in Blue, we hear from Col. Dana Sampietro, the commander of the Crump Station Precinct of the Memphis Police Department. We dive into the Crump Station's involvement with the community and the measures that are being taken to keep the areas within the precinct safe. We...
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RTCC (Real Time Crime Center) w/officer Jessica Grafenreed and Major Steve Chandler
On this episode of Best in Blue we hear from both Officer Jessica Grafenreed and Major Steve Chandler of the Memphis Police Department Real Time Crime Center. We discuss the intimate details and unknown activities of the RTTC. We also discuss the 13 year journey for officer Grafenreed and the 28...
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Motorcycle Squad w/Lt. TINA HALFACRE | BEST In BLUE PODCAST | KUDZUKIAN
On this episode of Best in Blue, we hear from Lt. Tina Halfacre from the Memphis Police Department's Motors Unit Traffic Division. The Motors Unit primary jobs are the enforcement of traffic laws, investigation of crashes and special events. Lt. Tina Halfacre discusses her journey throughout her...
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COMMUNICATION 911 W/MICHAEL SPENCER | BEST In BLUE PODCAST | KUDZUKIAN
The Memphis Police Department Emergency Communication Bureau provides quality service to the community and handles all 911 calls from the city of Memphis. Using Call Answer Data, the Bureau's 145 dispatchers successfully respond to over 1 million 911 calls a year while meeting the national answer...
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D.A.R.E & G.R.E.A.T. w/ Ofc Cassandra Leake | BEST In BLUE PODCAST | KUDZUKIAN
D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) and G.R.E.A.T. (Gang Resistance Education and Training) are two programs championed by the Memphis Police Department. On this episode, Best In Blue visits with Ofc. Cassandra Leake, who is committed to improving the life of Memphis' Youth.
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Protecting, Serving, Coaching and Mentoring Our Youth w/ Sgt. Craig Littles | BEST In BLUE PODCAST | KUDZUKIAN
Police Activities League PAL: Best In Blue visits with PAL, Chief Visionary Officer, Sgt. Craig Littles and he will bring us up to date on PAL and how we can help.
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BEST In BLUE PODCAST | Police Training Academy w/ Lt. Col Anthony Rudolph and Maj Sharon Cunningham | KUDZUKIAN
The Memphis Police Dept. Training Academy. Visiting on BIB are Lt. Colonel Anthony Rudolph and Major Sharon Cunningham, and they will share with us what it takes to become and continue to be one of the Best In Blue.
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BEST In BLUE PODCAST | Harbor Patrol w/ Lt. Felipe Boyce | KUDZUKIAN
The life of an officer that's a part of the Harbor Patrol Unit of the MPD. Joining DC and Lia, Lt. Felipe Boyce will discuss various aspects of the Unit, as well as, the ways that the unit interacts and interfaces with the other departments/units of MPD.
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BEST In BLUE TV - S2E3 | Bomb Unit w/ Major R. Adair and Lt. T. Warrick | KUDZUKIAN
An informative conversation about the life of an officer that is a part of the Bomb Unit of the Memphis Police Department. Joining DC and Lia, Major Rodney Adair and Lt. Tom Warrick will discuss various aspects of the MPD Bomb Unit, as well as, the ways that the unit interacts and interfaces with...
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BEST In BLUE PODCAST | Bomb Unit w/ Major R. Adair and Lt. T. Warrick | KUDZUKIAN
An informative conversation about the life of an officer that is a part of the Bomb Unit of the Memphis Police Department. Joining DC and Lia, Major Rodney Adair and Lt. Tom Warrick will discuss various aspects of the MPD Bomb Unit, as well as, the ways that the unit interacts and interfaces with...
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BEST In BLUE PODCAST | Air Support w/ Lt. Max Howard | KUDZUKIAN
An informative conversation about the life of an officer that a part of the Air Support Unit of the Memphis Police Department. Joining DC and Lia, Lt. Max Howard will discuss various aspects of the Air Support Unit, as well as, the ways that the unit interacts and interfaces with the other...
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BEST In BLUE PODCAST | Police Homicides vs. Justifiable Killings w/ Police Director Michael Rallings | KUDZUKIAN
An unfiltered conversation between Memphis Police Director, Michael Rallings and Best in Blue's hosts, D.C. and Lia. This transparent sit-down provides the Director the opportunity to discuss the facts around officer encounters with citizens and the results.
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BEST In BLUE PODCAST | Police Interactions with Citizens w/ Police Director Michael Rallings | KUDZUKIAN
An unfiltered conversation between Memphis Police Director, Michael Rallings and Best in Blue's hosts, D.C. and Lia. This transparent sit-down provides the Director the opportunity to discuss the facts around officer encounters with citizens and the results.
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BEST In BLUE PODCAST | DUI - Driving Under the Influence w/ Officer Robert Galison | KUDZUKIAN
An informative conversation about driving under the influence of alcohol and other legal and illegal substances. Visiting us today is Officer Robert Galison of the DUI unit. Joining DC and Lia, Officer Galison will discuss various aspects of the DUI unit as well as the DUI checkpoints, "when to…
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BEST In BLUE PODCAST | Officer Involved Shootings w/ Police Director Michael Rallings | KUDZUKIAN
An unfiltered conversation between Memphis Police Director, Michael Rallings and Best in Blue's hosts, D.C. and Lia. This transparent sit-down provides the Director the opportunity to discuss the facts around officer involved shootings and their accompanying statistics.
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BEST In BLUE TV - S2E2 | Internet Safety w/ Sgt. Milton Bonds and Lt. James Taylor, Sex Crimes/Child Abuse Bureau | KUDZUKIAN
Joining DC and Lia are Sgt. Milton Bonds and Lt. James Taylor of the Sex Crimes/Child Abuse Bureau. We are highlighting many issues around internet safety, cyber-bullying', sex abuse and fraud via the internet. Please check out this episode, you are guaranteed to learn something!
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BEST In BLUE PODCAST | Becoming A BEST in BLUE...Recruiting w/ Ofc. Kevin Moore, MPD Lead Recruiter | KUDZUKIAN
Best in Blue, MPD Lead Recruiter, Kevin Moore, returns to visit with D.C. and Lia to discuss the new recruitment initiatives at the Memphis Police Department. Officer Moore discusses what it takes to become one of the Best In Blue!
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BEST In BLUE TV - S2E1 | Domestic Violence Awareness w/ Major J.D. Smith, Commander, Domestic Violence Unit | KUDZUKIAN
[ Video ] This episode of Best In Blue is one that we hope reaches, then teaches and then calls to action the prevention of Domestic Violence in our community. Also, how we as a community can help those who are facing Domestic Violence situations, highlight available resources and even shed light...
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BEST In BLUE TV - S1E9 | OCU: Opioids...The Epidemic! w/ Col. Paul Wright, Organized Crime Unit and Lt. Terence Jackson, Heroin Response Team | KUDZUKIAN
[ Video ] Our guests today are Col. Paul Wright, Organized Crime Unit and Lt. Terence Jackson, Heroin Response Team, they join us to discuss the growing impact of opioid addictions and heroin overdoses in the country and particularly here in Memphis.
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BEST In BLUE TV - S1E7 | Dialogue with Dir. Michael Rallings | KUDZUKIAN
[ Video ] An open and honest conversation between Memphis Police Director, Michael Rallings and Best in Blue's host, Darrell "D.C." Catron. This transparent sit-down with the Director reveals his thoughts on a myriad of topics, including: Active Shooters/School Shootings Parental Involvement...
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BEST In BLUE TV - S1E5 | Community Policing with Deputy Chief Michael Hardy and Chief Deputy Floyd Bonner | KUDZUKIAN
Our guests today are Deputy Chief Michael Hardy with MPD and Chief Deputy, Floyd Bonner, with Shelby Co. Sheriff's Office. We are going to discuss and unpack the joint community policing efforts of both departments, how they work collaboratively and how their efforts together are to insure the...
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BEST In BLUE TV - S1E8 | THE GANG PATROL: Multi-Agency Gang Unit (MGU) | KUDZUKIAN
[ Video ] Our guest today is Major Darren Goods, Commander of Multi-Agency Gang Unit, a unit whose focus is to help keep our city and streets safe by mitigating the impact criminal gangs have on our communities. Major Goods will discuss with you how best to keep our young people from being easy...
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BEST In BLUE TV - S1E4 |Our Youth w/ Sgt. Craig Littles | KUDZUKIAN
[ Video ] Our guest is Sgt. Craig Littles, Chief Visionary Officer of the Police Activities League a/k/a PAL. Sgt. Littles is committed to the youth of Shelby County and has championed the need and continued support of PAL by the Memphis Police Department and many other community partners. During...
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The Best in Blue(BiB), hosted by Candace Gray, is a podcast that provides a platform for Memphis Police Department leaders to enhance the department's brand equity and increase recruitment prospects.
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