Precinct 444: The National Law Enforcement Museum Podcast

In this special edition of Precinct 444 , host Josh Bronson welcomes Inspector Michelle Campbell , Toronto Police Service Talent Acquisition, and Ashley Hammill , Toronto Police Service’s Senior Communications Advisor, to unpack how a playful, fan-driven initiative during Taylor Swift’s Toronto concerts evolved into a powerful tool for recruitment and community engagement. Based on a featured arti...

This episode of Precinct 444 spotlights the powerful, decades-long partnership between Special Olympics and law enforcement, exploring how that relationship strengthens communities, builds trust, and centers dignity, inclusion, and service. Joined by Lieutenant Kellie Renfro of the Dallas Police Department and Jordan Baccus from Special Olympics Texas, the conversation examines why Special Olympic...

In this episode of Precinct 444 , host Josh Bronson sits down with Karhlton Moore to reflect on his tenure as Director of the Bureau of Justice Assistance and explore what’s next in his new role as Senior Vice President of Health and Public Safety at the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute. The conversation covers leadership at the federal level, lessons learned during a pivotal time for the ju...

Originally livestreamed on April 9, 2026, Nick Breul gives a complete breakdown of all the fatal law enforcement traffic related deaths in 2026 and reviews the comparative statistics between 2024 and 2025 numbers. Nick Breul, OSW Project Manager at NLEOMF, also shares information and trends gleaned from studying open-source news reports of vehicle related law enforcement injuries and vehicle relat...

In this timely episode of Precinct 444, Bill Alexander, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, sits down with Gordon Graham, a 33-year veteran of the California Highway Patrol, and co-founder of Lexipol. Bill and Gordon discuss several topics of concern, including accountability among peers, preventing the predictable, the Below 100 initiative, and more. "Bad things do no...

In this critical episode of Precinct 444 , Josh Bronson sits down with Matthew Stegner, a seasoned law enforcement professional and national trainer, and Michael Rizzo, a nationally recognized subject matter expert on intimate violence, to discuss the urgent need for a more standardized, trauma-informed approach to sexual assault investigations. Bronson, Rizzo, and Stegner discuss how inconsistent...

In this episode of Precinct 444, host Josh Bronson sits down with Katie O'Mailey, LCSW-C, LICSW, RYT, an Appointee of the Maryland State Commission on Trauma-Informed Care, to explore the complex and often overlooked topic of trauma within law enforcement. Together, they unpack how trauma can manifest in police officers, both on an individual and organizational level, and the ripple effects i...

Originally livestreamed from the National Law Enforcement Museum, listen to this audio-only version featuring the National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE) during Women’s History Month. This special event took a deep dive into the NAWLEE’s history and how it became a national force for equity and reform. Sponsored by Target, the program’s panelists will share stories of ear...

In this episode of Precinct 444 , host Josh Bronson sits down with the leadership behind the 30x30 Initiative, Co‑Founders Maureen “Mo” McGough and Chief Ivonne Roman (Ret.), along with Dr. Tanya Meisenholder, who now leads the initiative as it enters its fifth year. Together, they unpack the progress, lessons, and persistent misconceptions surrounding one of the most widely adopted and influentia...

Defining Our Future: Celebrating NOBLE’s 50-Year Legacy, was originally released as a livestream of a special program honoring the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) during Black History Month. This special event celebrates the achievements of black Americans who have shaped the profession and commemorates NOBLE’s five decades of leadership and advocacy. Sponsored by...

Originally livestreamed on January 14, 2026, Nick Breul gave a complete breakdown of all the fatal law enforcement traffic related deaths in 2025. Nick Breul, OSW Project Manager at NLEOMF, presented on the traffic related law enforcement fatality numbers from 2025 and provided comparison data and an in-depth analysis of the crash statistics.  He also shared information and trends gleaned from stu...

In this thoughtful episode of Precinct 444, Josh Bronson sits down with Dr. Jenn Rineer, a leading researcher at RTI International, to explore the transformative role of mindfulness in law enforcement. Together, they unpack how mindfulness practices can help officers manage the cumulative stress and trauma of the job, improve decision-making under pressure, and foster long-term resilience. Drawing...

In this forward-looking episode of Precinct 444 , Josh Bronson speaks with Deputy First Class (DFC) Michael Kleinfelt, a subject matter expert in law enforcement drone operations, about the growing use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in policing. From search and rescue missions to tactical surveillance and crime scene documentation, UAS technology is transforming how agencies respond to emergen...

Today’s episode, Beyond the Badge: Global Perspectives on Violence Reduction and Active Bystandership, features a powerful conversation with Graham Goulden, retired Chief Inspector from Police Scotland and an internationally respected voice in violence prevention and cultural change. Graham has spent his career helping law enforcement professionals understand the deeper social and psychological dr...

Nick Breul presents on the traffic related law enforcement fatality numbers thus far in 2025 and provide comparison and in-depth analysis of the law enforcement traffic-related statistics. He compares the statistics through the Third Quarter of 2025 to the first three quarters of 2024. He will provide insight into the problem areas and where numbers have improved. He will then discuss the July 22n...

In this gripping Lifeline episode, we confront the deadly realities of domestic violence and its profound impact on law enforcement. Moderated by Josh Bronson of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, former police officer and nationally recognized expert on intimate partner violence, the conversation features: Mark Wynn , retired Metro Nashville Police Department lieutenant and inte...

Big data technologies are changing policing and it is important that everyone understands how they are affecting their community.  What happens when an algorithm determines you are statistically likely to commit a violent act? What does it mean when a computer decides your police department should stakeout your neighborhood grocery? How can a police department make smart, data-driven decisions abo...

Big data technologies are changing policing and it is important that everyone understands how they are affecting their community.  What happens when an algorithm determines you are statistically likely to commit a violent act? What does it mean when a computer decides your police department should stakeout your neighborhood grocery? How can a police department make smart, data-driven decisions abo...

On July 22, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, in partnership with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, engaged in a full-day forum of solutions and recommendations to enhance vehicle and roadside safety for our officers. Guests and virtual attendees heard from experts in the field, learned about emerging technologies, and participated in an engaging day of learnin...

In case you missed the original program back in January 2024, listen to this audio-only version to learn more about the transition from law enforcement professional to civilian. This program brought together experts in financial, spiritual, psychological, and physical wellness to discuss all that an officer needs to know to best prepare for their retirement. Lifeline provides content with a holist...

The NHTSA 1st Quarter 2025 Traffic Safety Webinar was released back in April to review traffic data from January through March.  Listen to the initial law enforcement traffic-related fatality statistics for 2025 and a comparison and in-depth analysis of the data. Joining this webinar is Dale Stockton, who will present on the Below-100 safety training program and review the five tenets to reduce in...

Law and Disorder is an insightful take on the true crime world, looking at notable historic cases that have left a lasting effect on law enforcement. Dan Markel, a Florida State University law professor, was shot and killed in his Tallahassee garage on July 18, 2014, in what authorities later determined was a murder-for-hire plot. The case stemmed from a bitter custody dispute between Markel and h...

The Encore series of the Precinct 444 Podcast is an engaging look back at past Museum programs to find insight into historical and contemporary matters facing law enforcement. On October 27, 2013, the National Law Enforcement Museum and the International Spy Museum, sponsored by Target, hosted Witness to History: The Investigation of Robert Hanssen —an event exploring the infamous FBI agent turned...

Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” Now open until August 30, 2025. In today’s episode, you will meet Benjamin Brown, who served more than 28 years with the Prince George's County (MD) Police Department. He spent the remaining years of his career in the...

Joseph Pistone is a former FBI agent who spent most of his 17-year career with the FBI undercover, infiltrating mafia crime families in New York City under the alias Donnie Brasco. Pistone’s work as Donnie Brasco was critical to shaping the best practices of going undercover for Law Enforcement officers. In this episode of Law and Disorder, we will take a look at Joe Pistone’s career and examine t...