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Omaha Police Officers' Association Shop Talk
Omaha Police Officer's Association podcast discussing trending union topics, working conditions, and political activity that may impact our profession.
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Episodes
Episode 14: Line Investigations with Lt Dan Martin and Lt Joe Nickerson 12.05.2026 51:49
In this episode, we talk about Line investigations, supervisor training, and some aspects of coaching and mentoring that we'd like to see implemented within the department.
Episode 13: 10 Hour Days with Lieutenant Justin Smith, Lieutenant Alan Peatrowsky, and Overnight Regional Sergeant Nate Buresh 08.01.2026 26:07
A quick overview on 10 hour days for UPB. How it came about and the reasoning behind its implementation.
Episode 12: 457(b) Roth Option with Lawrence Sanfillipo and OPOA Treasurer Justin Smith 21.11.2025 37:15
In this episode, we talk with financial consultant and OPOA Treasurer about the new 457(b) Roth option that has a December 1st deadline!
Episode 11: Internal Affairs with Lieutenant Joe Nickerson and Lieutenant Dan Martin 04.11.2025 1:35:27
In this episode we talk about Internal Affairs. Its purpose, what types of investigations are done, ensuring officers' rights are protected, expected outcomes, and what you can expect if you get an invite. Always take a Rep!
Episode 10: Recent OPOA News with Sergeant Pat Dempsey and Lieutenant Justin Smith 08.10.2025 43:16
In this episode, we go over some recent topics of conversation, including negotiations, union events, a hall remodel and more.
Episode 9: Trafficking with Sergeant Brett Schrage, Det. Lisa Horton, & Agent Christina Worster 05.08.2025 1:01:34
In this episode, we talk with Sergeant Brett Schrage, Detective Lisa Horton, and Agent Christina Worster about trafficking investigations.
Episode 8: Human Factors with Dr Paul L Taylor, Dan Martin, & Jason Cvitanov 21.04.2025 1:37:49
In this episode, we talk with Dr Paul Taylor about Human Factors in use of force investigations.
Episode 7: The Lateral Experience with Officers Brandon Young, Brittany Stenzel, and Thorin Henka 23.01.2025 44:36
In this episode we talk with 3 lateral officers from class L1-23. We discuss the previous agencies they worked at and also touch on their hiring process with the Omaha Police Department.
Episode 6: Optimizing Financial Benefits Discussion with Lieutenant Justin Smith & Sergeant Adam Moore 31.12.2024 42:48
In this episode, Justin and Adam talk about taking advantage of some of the financial benefits of the job and ways you can utilize them to better prepare yourself financially for the future and retirement.
Episode 5: Search & Seizure with Lieutenants Brendan O'Flynn & Tyler Stricker 17.10.2024 55:19
In this episode, we discuss the origins and future of more in depth search and seizure training in the department and what that could look like.
Episode 4, Part 2: Former OPOA President Tony Conner 09.10.2024 41:21
In this episode, we sit down with Tony Conner and go over some of the more important issues he dealt with over his 6 years as OPOA President.
Episode 4, Part 3: Former OPOA President Tony Conner 09.10.2024 49:43
In this episode, we finish our sit down with Tony Conner and go over some of the more important issues he dealt with over his 6 years as OPOA President.
Episode 4, Part 1: Former OPOA President Tony Conner 01.10.2024 58:53
In this episode, we sit down with Tony Conner and go over some of the more important issues he dealt with over his 6 years as OPOA President.
Episode 3: Hiring & Recruitment with Captain Jennifer Russell 02.09.2024 30:58
In this episode, we sit down and talk with Captain Jennifer Russell and ask about the current methods we utilize for both hiring and recruitment.
Episode 2 - Pension History with Lieutenant Justin Smith 21.08.2024 33:09
A conversation with OPOA board member Justin Smith about his research on our pension, its history, where we are, and plans for the future.
Episode 1 - OPOA President Pat Dempsey 29.04.2024 37:19
A short conversation with incoming Union President Pat Dempsey.
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