On the Job Podcast

In the latest episode of the On the Job with PORAC podcast, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault are joined by PORAC-endorsed CalPERS Board candidates Jose Luis Pacheco […]

In today’s ever-evolving political landscape, protecting the rights, benefits, and well-being of law enforcement professionals requires more than just strong representation—it demands strategic, proactive advocacy. In this episode, we take […]

In today’s world, protecting those who protect and serve extends beyond physical safety—it also encompasses financial security. In this episode, we address a growing threat that’s affecting law enforcement officers […]

In this episode, we shine a light on POREF – the Peace Officers Relief and Education Foundation – which has been serving our law enforcement family for decades. President Brian […]

Mental health challenges have been long overlooked in law enforcement. Despite increased awareness and resources, we continue to see alarming suicide rates among officers nationwide. Recent research suggests there may […]

Women in law enforcement bring measurable, evidence based advantages to modern policing the data shows female officers experience fewer use of force incidents and more successful de-escalation outcomes. In this episode of the “On the Job” podcast, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault lean into the “R” in PORAC—Research. We discuss how women officers strengthen public safety and the barriers they face in the profession with Dr. Tanya Meisenholder of the 30×30 Initiative and PORAC Board Member Veronica Limon.

In this must-listen episode, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with an exclusive discussion with the actual POST officials who oversee the decertification process. They cut through the confusion and misinformation surrounding SB 2.

In this episode, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault celebrate PORAC’s historic victory in securing passage of the Social Security Fairness Act (HR 82) while providing members with information about what the law means for their retirement benefits.

In this episode, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with Colonel Hugh T. Clements, Jr., Director of the federal Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office and keynote speaker at this year’s conference. The discussion focused on law enforcement’s pressing challenges nationwide – from recruitment and retention to officer health and wellness and unpacked how federal funding and training resources can help state and local agencies tackle these issues head-on.

In this episode, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with Legislative Advocate Randy Perry to discuss the end of the legislative session in Sacramento.

In this episode, hosts President Brian Marvel and Vice President Ben Therriault speak with Stockton POA Vice President Chris Sherman and David E. Mastagni with Mastagni Holstedt APC about Measure N, which would give binding arbitration in their City Charter and could have statewide implications if passed.

In this episode, we introduce our newly elected Vice President, Ben Therriault. Ben joins the podcast to discuss his background, his journey in law enforcement, and his vision for the future of PORAC.

In this month’s episode, President Brian Marvel and our new Vice President Ben Therriault sit down with Legislative Advocate Randy Perry and Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper to discuss the ongoing efforts to reform Prop 47 and address the alarming rise in organized retail theft in California.

This episode focuses on the recent college campus unrest and the unique challenges faced by university police departments in maintaining safety and order when peaceful protests turn violent. In this […]

In this episode, we were joined by Mark Nichols and Juan Viramontes from the California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation (CPOMF). We discussed the importance of the Candlelight Vigil and Memorial […]

In this season’s first episode – Standing Up for Officer Privacy Rights Against DOJ Forced Gender Disclosure Requirement – we took a closer look at PORAC’s significant legal victory for […]

we bring you an essential legislative update that you won’t want to miss. The Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) is committed to keeping you informed about the latest […]

On this special corporate sponsorship episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz sit down with Danny Van Attenhoven, Jill Alves, and Logan Thompson of CAHP […]

On this special corporate sponsorship episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz sit down with Curt Conkling of CrossCountry Mortgage to discuss the […]

On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz bring on comedian Thom Tran via Zoom to discuss his military background and […]