Did you know that the Broward Sheriff's Office jail facilities are one of the county's largest mental health care providers? On this Mental Health Awareness Month episode, I sit down with Dr. Timothy Ludwig, manager of the In-Custody Behavioral Services Division, for a lively discussion on how BSO provides those in our custody with the mental health care they need. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the...

In honor of National Correctional Officers Week, Major Jenny McCook joins me on this episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff. Listen in as we discuss the importance of the annual week of recognition and highlight the incredible service the Department of Detention does for our community.  Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the latest BSO news between podcast episodes.

On this episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff I sit down with Andy Mitchell, Chairman of the Broward Sheriff's Advisory Council, about how BSAC enhances the quality of life in our community. Listen in as we discuss all the efforts BSAC has done and will continue to do.  Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the latest BSO news between podcast episodes.

In 2009, a drunk driver almost ended my life. Every day, when I put on my uniform, I see a zipper scar down the middle of my body where I had more than a hundred stitches and staples because someone made the wrong decision. Like me, ending drunk driving is Mothers Against Drunk Driving Program Specialist Stephanie Murphy's passion. Learn how the Broward Sheriff's Office and MADD are working to educate communities about the dangers of underage drinking, drug use and DUI to ensure a future of...

In honor of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, I sit down with Duty Officer Dominique Mathis. An 18-year BSO veteran, Dominique has been a calming and reassuring presence behind 911 calls for service. Listen in for an engaging conversation celebrating the unseen heroes of public safety. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the latest BSO news between podcast episodes.

On this episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff, I sit down with our very own Child Protective Investigation Service's (CPIS) manager, Mia Pinkney. BSO's CPIS division is responsible for dealing with suspected child abuse, neglect or abandonment by a caregiver or other person responsible for a child. Mia and the rest of the division dedicate their time and efforts to ensuring that the Broward County youth gets the best care possible. Listen in as we discuss her dedication to her line of work...

Before there's a legacy, there's a story. On this extraordinary Women's History Month episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff, I sit down with two remarkable leaders, Retired Lt. Colonel Barbara Law, BSO's first female lieutenant colonel, and current Lt. Colonel Elsie Judon. Listen in as we explore the trailblazing work of the woman who knocked down doors and the woman who keeps them open so others can walk through. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow...

On this special episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff, I sit down with a woman who overcame many obstacles on her way to becoming the first black female District Fire Chief in the history of the Broward Sheriff's Office. Listen in to hear about Chief Samantha Whitehorne's remarkable journey. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the latest BSO news between podcast episodes.

Powerful women empower women. On this special episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff, I sit down with Attorney Burnadette Norris-Weeks. Burnadette is also a businesswoman, community leader and women's rights activist. Through the Women of Color Empowerment Institute, she creates paths to leadership through mentorship, encouragement, awareness, and so much more. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the latest...

Women's History Month is a time to recognize the women who have led, lead today and will lead in the future. On this episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff, I sit down with one of those future leaders, 18-year-old Angélica Arias, who diligently serves her community through art education. Listen in as we discuss her accomplishments, ambitions and female role models. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the...

In celebration of Women's History Month, I sit down with Crime Lab Director Claudine Carter Pereira, also known as the Forensic Ballerina. For as long as she could remember, Claudine aspired to be a prima ballerina. Although she never stopped dancing, Claudine put ballet on the backburner to obtain degrees in biology and forensic science. Listen in as we discuss the intricate science behind forensics, dance and the dedication it takes to do both.  Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this...

Thirty-year Broward Sheriff’s Office veteran Major Kevin Granville is an incredible example of a leader in BSO and the entire community. In this episode of Shop Talk, we discuss the many ways that he serves our residents and why, for him, honoring Black History is a 365-day-a-year celebration. Listen in as Major Granville and I talk about the contributions that people of color bring to enrich our community and country. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and...

On this special Black History Month episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff, I sit down with former Broward County Mayor Dale Holness. He has spent his life tirelessly advocating for Broward County residents, especially those historically left out and left behind. Listen in as we discuss what it takes to move our community forward and build a better society. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the latest BSO...

As a community liaison for the Old Dillard Museum, the first schoolhouse for black children in Fort Lauderdale, Easton Harrison works to preserve black history. As a community activist, he sets out to progress it. In recognition of Black History Month, we discuss the importance of education and civic responsibility.  Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the latest BSO news between podcast episodes.

On this can't-miss episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff, I sit down with child advocate Callahan Walsh from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC). Mr. Walsh grew up never meeting his brother. His brother, Adam Walsh, was kidnapped and murdered. The tragedy motivated his parents, John and Revé Walsh, to utilize their pain to prevent others from experiencing it. Callahan Walsh has carried on his family legacy by doing everything in his power to assist law enforcement...

Last year we accomplished so much as an agency, and it won't stop there. Listen in as my special guest Carey Codd and I recap a year of countless successes and discuss the many to come. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the latest BSO news between podcast episodes.

Broward County is a melting pot of different cultures and traditions. Learning about each one makes us stronger and brings us closer together. On this holiday episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff, I sit down with Sergeant Arik Levy and Sharon Haynes, administrative assistant to the undersheriff, to talk about some of their unique holiday traditions. Listen in as you might learn something new this holiday season. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow...

Nothing is more important than keeping our children safe. My special guest is Sergeant Thomas Mclnerney. He is the co-commander of the South Florida Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and sergeant of the Broward Sheriff's Office Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC)/ Human Trafficking Unit. In this episode, we discuss safeguarding your child from the numerous cyber dangers and the many resources available.  Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and...

Life is all about second chances. In this episode, I sit down with special guests, Pastor Tony Davis and Shara Carara of Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale's Jail Ministries, who tirelessly make second chances possible. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the latest BSO news between podcast episodes.

As we enter the holiday season, people will undoubtedly be out buying gifts for their loved ones. Unfortunately, anyone can become susceptible to a crime. In this episode, our special guest is Deputy Taryn Session from our Neighborhood Support Team. Tune in as She and I talk about safety risks and important ways to protect yourself and avoid becoming a victim. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the latest...

On this episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff, I sit down with Pastor Doug Sauder, lead pastor of Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale. Pastor Sauder is an inspirational leader who is committed to bringing hope and encouragement to our community. Listen in as we discuss our love of service and how Calvary Chapel and BSO team up to improve the quality of life in our community. Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with...

Without our veterans, we wouldn't have the constitutional protections, liberties and benefits here in the United States. In this episode, I sit down with the guest of honor, Deputy Aaron Moore, who has been in law enforcement for more than 20 years and is a veteran who served our country during Operation Enduring Freedom in Iraq and his most recent deployment in Djibouti, Africa. Tune in as we discuss why Veterans Day is important to honor the individuals who put our lives before...

On this episode of Shop Talk with the Sheriff, I sit down with special guests Thomas McLaughlin and Heather Echaniz. As job development coordinators for the Broward Sheriff's Office, Thomas and Heather assist people with an arrest history to gain employment and to become productive members of society. Tune in as we discuss all the life-changing work they do! Tune in and be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend and follow @bsosherifftony on Instagram to keep up with the latest...

At the Broward Sheriff’s Office, we treat our homeless population with the dignity, respect and compassion it deserves. Our Homeless Outreach Team is leading the effort to end the cycle of homelessness and connect those in their times of need and crisis with the appropriate services. Tune in to this supersized episode where I sit down with Captain Audrey Jones and Lieutenant Edward Rafailovitc for an enlightening conversation about how BSO’s Homeless Outreach Team is helping one of Broward’s...

On this episode, I sit down with special guest Laurel Owens, the Employee Benefits Manager for the Broward Sheriff’s Office. Laurel and her team help ensure BSO employees and their families acquire the essential health benefits and services needed. In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, she talks about the services BSO offers to promote women’s health, such as the MammoVan. Listen in to hear more about how Employee Benefits is safeguarding BSO employees and their families. Tune in...