Covered with the Utah FOP

Covered is the flagship podcast for the Utah Fraternal Order of Police, the largest law enforcement labor organization in the state. Every episode covers the crucial legal, political, and professional topics that affect the men and women of law enforcement. With local and national guests, we tackle police legal defense, mental health, the changing profession, and more. Join us and listen to the “voice” of Utah law enforcement.

106. OiCi with Kresdon Bennett Part 1

Brett sits down with special guest Kresdon Bennett to go over officer involved critical incidences. This is one of the worst parts about being a police officer and why working with the FoP is so important and helpful. Not only are they going over the what, where and how but more importantly what is being done in order to help officers involved in an awful situation.

04-01
28:03

105. Time to Keep Getting on With Life

Only the usuals on the episode today. We are moving forward with our last little bit of winter and some of the rust shows. Can't wait for spring to hit and warm up these old joints and bones.

03-17
32:30

104. Happy February Whatever

Wishing everyone happy Valentines or Ground Hogs day or whatever. The FoP boys are back without a guest in order to break things down and go over some future and predicted legislative measures, how they could affect the group and what it's like to bargain with a labor organization.

02-17
33:14

103. What the Hell is This Show Called...

Better check your meds...Fop is back with some inspirational and motivational topics to continue our new year strong. Hopefully you haven't given up your condition supplements resolution yet, you are going to need them.

02-01
36:24

102. Utah County Checking In With Kyle Curtis

Getting the new year of right by heading slightly down south to the Utah County chapter of the FoP. Kyle Curtis is the chapter head for Utah County and shares how the FoP is working with and helping to improve policing in that part of the state.

01-20
40:13

101. Ho Ho Ho...Merry Christmas with Matt Cluff

It's that special time of year...no, Bret hasn't brewed his special version of egg nog. It's the time to remember the reason for the season. The boys sit down with FoP chaplan Matt Cluff in order to try and remember the why during this special time of year.

12-24
46:11

100. Ep 100 with Brandy Vega and Promise 2 Live

There really isn't a better way to celebrate our 100th episode on Covered than with our guest today Brandy Vega and her husband. Brandy and the Promise 2 Live foundation have created an amazing message of hope and endurance that we are trying to spread to our brothers and sisters wearing the badge. Every life is always important, listen to this great episode and feel the support.

12-19
43:27

99. What is That Big Billboard All About?

The FoP boys wrap up the conversation with Nelson Jones and Bret brings back someone very close to home in this weeks episode.

12-02
35:32

98. The Better Half of the Legal Plan

The FoP boys sit down with Nate Nelson from Nelson Jones in order to take things from the billboard to the studio. Nate goes over the fineries of personal legal defense as well as things to watch out for. Grab you helmet for this great episode.

11-18
31:42

97. The Other Side Academy with Dave Durocher Part 2

This is part 2 of the conversation with David Durocher from The Other Side Academy.

11-08
43:21

96. The Other Side Academy with Dave Durocher Part 1

Here we go. Dave Durocher stops by from the Other Side Academy in order to go over his ground breaking approach to help people break free from the incarceration cycle. Not only is he helping people he has walked the path himself. This is truly and amazing story, enjoy!

10-15
43:25

95. Females and the Force with Kadee Hall Part 2

Join us for the amazing conclusion for part 2 of our amazing conversation with Kadee Hall.

10-11
37:06

94. Females and the Force with Kadee Hall Part 1

The Covered boys sit down with one of the most badass female cops on the planet in order to go over what things are like and how it's different being a different gender in a profession that is predominately male. This is an incredibly insightful episode that highlights our incredible similarities and also where things can continue to improve and get better.

10-04
45:03

93. The Mistakes Episode

Is something really a mistake if you can correct it from happening next time...or is it a learning experience! Fop dives into misteaks that they have made personally as well as common errors seen in law enforcement. Work hard to do the job right and learn from others mistakes.

08-05
36:08

92. Checking our Politics

We recorded this episode prior to the horrific assassination attempt on former President Trump. However, we wanted to communicate our position as an organization and let our voice and vote count. Bret and the boys go over a few politcal positions and we start to get into a heavy political season.

07-17
32:31

91. Still Hot Over Here

With summer in full swing and no sign of things slowing down, go find your latest FoP event and grab some of the famous chicken! Bret illuminates the crowd as to the recipies origin. Finally, don't stand outside of FoP headquarters expecting anything when they have to go record!

07-01
43:28

90. Hot Summer Days, Cool Summer Nights

If you had a chance to choose between baking in 100+ degree heat in a polyester suit or enjoy some open roads while on patrol while everyone is tucked in bed, which would you choose? The FoP boys go over the pros and cons of being on the beat during the heat.

06-18
32:42

89. Cloud Gavel with Casey Roussel

Bret laid out a great sceneario of the huge plight for the modern officer...it's 3am, you have tracked down the suspect and are currently wating proceed with an arrest...where is your warrant? Do you call and wake up a judge or try and track down paperwork that will be impossible to find? Cloud Gavel is an electronic warrant system from Fusion Stak and Casey Roussel is on board with us today to spread some Lousiana culture as well as go over their electronic warrant solution.

06-04
21:37

88. Remembering Heroes

Our deepest condolences to the Hooser family. This episode is dedicated to Sgt. Bill Hooser and all of our heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of a grateful nation, state and the communities we serve.

05-15
35:27

87. Doing the Hard Stuff

Sometimes the job that needs to be done is one that isn't fun, sexy or safe. Our police officers go to work everyday to keep the community and families safe and in a good place. Nobody is perfect in a world full of choas but having trained, intelligent and invested police officers makes a hell of a difference.

05-01
40:52

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