Chief Wendell Franklin was appointed February 1, 2020, becoming the 40th Chief of Police for the Tulsa Police Department. Prior to his appointment as the Chief of Police, Franklin served the Tulsa Police Department as a Major in the Headquarters Division. In this episode, Chief Franklin shares his perspective on policing and where he thinks the future of policing is headed. We dive into the effects of negative media on the profession, the impact on recruitment and retention, and the need for proper education around policing at the community level.

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