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Mothers Against Drunk Driving
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The Bluegrass Beat is a monthly podcast delivering the latest topics and critical news affecting law enforcement officers and telecommunicators. Join us as we discuss training, technology, life, leadership and more.

Whether you are on the beat or behind a headset, a new recruit or a veteran of your agency, let us bring you the brightest voices in public safety today.

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Crime doesn’t stop at city or county lines — and effective public safety can’t either.In this episode of the Bluegrass Beat, host Critley King Smith explores the Bluegrass and Central Kentucky Unified Police Protection System (BACKUPPS), a statewide ... more

In this first episode of 2026, Special Assistant Amy Hess discusses what can be expected from the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training in the new year.Featured GuestAmy Hess, DOCJT Special AssistantWith nearly 35 years of experience in pu... more

In this special episode of The Bluegrass Beat, host Critley King-Smith explores Project Heart Restart, an initiative working to place automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in every police cruiser across the Commonwealth of Kentucky.Hear how this m... more

Raising salaries and increasing in-service options are discussed as Commissioner Mike Bosse returns to the Bluegrass Beat and Director of Training Operations David Hay makes his first appearance.For more information, follow this link, www.doc... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Ratliff
Director of the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council and longtime leader in Kentucky's public safety landscape.
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council
Episode: Kentucky Law Enforcement Council Explained
Commissioner Mike Bosse
Commissioner at the Department of Criminal Justice Training
Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training
Episode: Full Steam Ahead
Angela Childers
Mental health professional with the Department of Criminal Justice Training
Department of Criminal Justice Training
Episode: Helping Heroes Heal
Alex Otte
Regional Executive Director for Mothers Against Drunk Driving and immediate past National President.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
Episode: Survivor turned M.A.D.D. Regional Executive Director: DUI is a Choice
Jim Root
Department of Criminal Justice Training instructor
Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training
Episode: Victim-Center Interviewing
Bradley Campbell
Associate Professor at the University of Louisville
University of Louisville
Episode: Victim-Center Interviewing
Keith Jackson
Secretary of Justice and Public Safety in Kentucky.
Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet
Episode: A Safer Kentucky Home
Mike Opalek
Dawson Springs Police Chief
Dawson Springs Police Department
Episode: Weathering the Storm

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Critley King-Smith
Host of The Bluegrass Beat, providing insights on various topics related to law enforcement and community safety.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Team Kentucky

    I’m excited to see a podcast about my home state. Podcasting is my primary entertainment right now and to have a new one for law enforcement just before I go to basic academy is awesome. First episode in and it already sounds like it’s going to be a hit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    njarboe889
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners express excitement about the focus on local law enforcement and public safety news.
Feedback highlights a desire for content that addresses real issues faced by officers in the field.

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Full Steam Ahead
Q: How does your experience as a chief help you as commissioner?
Bosse mentioned that his insights from being a chief allow him to understand the needs and pressures faced by law enforcement agencies, helping to improve training and communication.
Full Steam Ahead
Q: Can you talk about the reduction in wait time and what we've done to get there?
Commissioner Bosse explained the need for urgency in getting recruits trained and how they raised class sizes to tackle the backlog of new applicants.
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council Explained
Q: Has there been any initiatives that you have been particularly passionate about since you got to the Council?
Rob highlights the focus on improving training opportunities and adapting to the evolving needs of law enforcement agencies.
Kentucky Law Enforcement Council Explained
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself and your career prior to becoming the Director of the Council?
Rob discusses his extensive career in local law enforcement, including his tenure as Chief of the Ashland Police Department and his previous work with KLEC.
The Making of the Marshal
Q: What do you want your legacy to be when people think about Ben Wilcox?
I want them to remember that I was a person whose main goal was to help and build relationships.

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Each episode provides insights into current issues and developments within law enforcement and telecommunication sectors in Kentucky. Topics range from training initiatives and mental health support for officers to understanding new laws, particularly the legalization of medical cannabis affecting law enforcement practices. Notably, the discussions often include interviews with key figures in public safety, which aim to bridge the gap between various levels of law enforcement and enhance community understanding of the challenges they face. Listeners can expect a mix of educational information, actionable insights, and engaging narratives that highlight significant issues confronting the state's public safety professionals.

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1. Rob Ratliff
2. Commissioner Mike Bosse
3. Angela Childers
4. Alex Otte
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6. Bradley Campbell
7. Keith Jackson
8. Mike Opalek

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