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. To learn more about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, visit us our website below: www.UtahStateFOP.com...
Nov 01, 2023•38 min
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! For more information about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, visit our website ...
Oct 16, 2023•45 min
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! For more information about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, visit us at our website below: www.UtahStateFOP.com...
Oct 03, 2023•41 min
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! To learn more about the Children's International Rescue Foundation or donate to their life sa...
Sep 12, 2023•38 min
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
Sep 05, 2023•38 min
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
Aug 04, 2023•30 min
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 conversation you won't want to miss! For more information about the Uta...
Jul 17, 2023•31 min
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
Jul 03, 2023•37 min
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 for you! For more information about the Utah Fraternal Order of Po...
Jun 16, 2023•30 min
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: www.UahStateFOP.com www.UtahStateFOP.com/mental-health-program If you'd like to sponsor Covered with the Utah FOP, send an email to BJex@fop.net and Spencer@thepodmill.com...
May 30, 2023•36 min
The FOP is back this week with special guest Nicole Nielsen from Tactical Clarity to celebrate Peace Officers Memorial Day. Your three favorite hosts dive into mental health and wellness with Nicole to discuss resources and strategies for officers in need of help, or even just someone to talk to. For more information about the Utah FOP and Tactical Clarity, visit our page: UtahStateFOP.com Utah FOP Mental Health Program...
May 15, 2023•40 min
Despite the title of this week's episode of Covered with the Utah FOP, the Covered Crew isn't here to just talk about digestive health. The boys are joined once again by special guest Leslie Carpenter to talk about the politics of yesterday, today, and tomorrow, and how to be prepared with all of the rapid advancements in technology. Tune in for a 'deep' discussion, and remember: 45 to stay alive! For more information about the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, visit our website at www.UtahStateFO...
May 01, 2023•39 min
The Covered Crew is back for episode 64 to talk police and politics with special guest Leslie Carpenter! Tune in catch up with the boys and to hear some pro tips from Leslie on how to effectively communicate with your local legislators. For more information about the Utah FOP, visit our website: www.utahstatefop.com
Apr 18, 2023•41 min
Tune in for another episode of Covered with the Utah FOP, where Brett and Brent sit down to talk about the basic values that the United States were built upon, and further discuss how we can regain those values in all aspects of society.
Feb 28, 2023•33 min
On this episode of Covered, Brett and Jex take a look at the new ways Artificial Intelligence is being used in court and then compare it to the comprehensive legal plan offered by the Utah FOP (whose attorneys are not powered by AI). If you are a law enforcement officer in Utah, visit the links below to check out all of the incredible services provided by the Utah FOP and sign up to become a member today! - T he Utah State FOP Legal Plan - www.UtahStateFOP.com...
Feb 16, 2023•34 min
This week on Covered with the Utah FOP, Brent and Jex discuss the great relationship the FOP has with our friends at the Utah NAACP and why its been so beneficial for the community. The Utah FOP is also inviting you to join us at the 2023 Black and Blue Gala on February 25th! This is a combines fundraiser for Utah COPS (Concerns of Police Survivors) and the Utah State FOP Auxiliary. Visit the link below to buy your tickets today! https://m.biddingforgood.com/auctions/341700410...
Feb 06, 2023•29 min
The Covered Crew is back with Utah State Representatives Kera Birkeland and Ryan Wilcox once again! On this episode, Brett and Jex discuss the legislative steps that Representatives Birkeland and Wilcox are taking to provide mental heath support for police officers and first responders. State Rep Wilcox dives into the details of his mental health bill for first responders (H.B. 59) and some of the stories that inspired it. This episode discusses sensitive topics that may be distressing to some l...
Jan 25, 2023•46 min
This week on Covered with the Utah FOP, Utah State Representatives Kera Birkeland and Ryan Wilcox join Brett, Scott, and Jex to discuss how data driven policymaking can make cops and communities safer, and what the state is doing to help. And be sure to tune in for a special bonus story from Brett about his most recent visit to Puerto Rico!
Jan 09, 2023•41 min
Joined by special guests Mike and Melinda Berg, the Covered Crew sits down to talk about current legislative priorities and strategies, as well as the approach the Utah FOP is taking to fund wellness and how those increases can affect the families of officers.
Dec 14, 2022•42 min
After a brief hiatus, Brett is back with the Covered Crew for another episode of Covered with the Utah FOP. This episode, Mike Berg joins Brett, Scott, and Jex to talk about what constitutional auditors are and how police officers should react when they encounter them in the wild.
Nov 23, 2022•31 min
The FOP boys are back with Executive Director Scott Stephenson hosting this episode of Covered. Tune in with Scott and Jex as they get back to the basics of policing to talk about the importance of avoiding jargon and prepared statements in policing so that the use of terms like 'excited delirium' and 'furtive movement' don't come back to bite you later in court.
Oct 04, 2022•39 min
This week on Covered, Brent and Scott are joined by Kristy Bockholt to talk about the preventative measures that cops, veterans, and first responders can take to be prepared for tough days on the job. Tune in to hear how practices like tactical breathing and yoga can help prevent post traumatic stress and prepare officers to make better decisions in difficult situations. Learn more about Kristy's yoga business for veterans and first responders at unbrokenyoga.com
Sep 20, 2022•38 min
This week, the FOP is back with Brent Jex as host to talk to the heroes at Liberandus International and how they are saving the world's children from human trafficking and sexual exploitation. With years of military, fire, and police service, they talk about how they work with governments around the world to save victims of human trafficking and help prosecute their traffickers. Donate to support Liberandus International in their mission to save the world's children from at Liberandusinternation...
Aug 23, 2022•32 min
In this episode, Brent Jex takes the wheel as host to introduce the newest member of the covered crew and new Executive Director of the Utah FOP, Scott Stephenson. They talk about the next steps for the future of the Utah FOP under Scott's leadership, and dive into why he's the right guy to move the FOP forward and protect the profession of policing in Utah.
Aug 07, 2022•30 min
In part 2 of our Wellness and Farewells series, the Covered crew concludes one of the most powerful discussions we've had on this show so far with special guest former Utah Highway Patrol Lt. Gerrard "G" Moren. And for his final episode as the host of this podcast, the Utah FOP's Executive Director Ian Adams leaves us with his parting words of wisdom before his departure to South Carolina for the next step in his career.
May 27, 2022•49 min
In one of our most powerful episodes yet, the Covered crew is joined by former Utah Highway Patrol Lt. Gerrard "G" Moren to discuss the importance of officer wellness by sharing his personal experience in overcoming mental illness and addiction. The boys are sad to say goodbye to the Executive Director of the Utah FOP and fearless host of this show, Dr. Ian Adams as he joins us for this last time in this 2-episode series before taking the next step in his career at the University of South Caroli...
May 23, 2022•43 min
The FoP boys are back with part 2 of their conversation with Danielle Ahn. Tune in to this episode to find out why she is the Utah FoP's top pick for Salt Lake County DA.
May 19, 2022•39 min
The Covered crew introduces Danielle Ahn to the Utah Law Enforcement community. She is in studio to explain why she has entered the race and what she hopes to accomplish through the process. Listen, learn and understand her stance on being pro law enforcement.
May 04, 2022•44 min
The conclusion episode featuring Utah County Sheriff Mike Smith and Detective Ray Flores. Where did detective Flores get his start and how is he such a great guy...? Ian and Jex always get to the bottom of the issues.
Apr 11, 2022•40 min
FoP boys are back with Utah County Sheriff Mike Smith and Detective Ray Flores. They go over issues with modern policing and how good character can overcome current headwinds for the profession.
Feb 17, 2022•41 min
