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.
On the Job with PORAC
Hosted by PORAC President Brian Marvel & Vice President Benjamin Therriault
This podcast addresses a wide variety of topics ranging from legislation to public safety while providing up-to-date information on officer benefits, training and advocacy. It is a place for our members and other law enforcement professionals, as well as the public, to hear directly from the source concerning law enforcement and the issues that matter. Listen along as we host a variety of guest speakers and interviewees and tune in for fun and inspiring stories from our law enforcement family!
We invite you to join the discussion by submitting topics and ideas for future episodes! Email us at info@porac.org.
A POST Guide to the Officer Decertification Process
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.
Restoring Dignity & Fairness in Retirement for Public Servants
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.
Federal Support for Local Law Enforcement
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.
Legislative Update
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.
Measure N: Stockton POA Seeks Binding Arbitration
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.
Meet Ben Therriault, PORAC’s New Vice President
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.
Prop 47 Reform: Addressing California’s Retail Theft Crisis
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.
Campus Protests: The Police Perspective
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 […]
Honoring Our Fallen Officers
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 […]
Standing Up for Officer Privacy Rights
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 […]
S6 E2 Legislative Update
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 […]
S5, E12 – Learn About Our Low-Rate Lending Partners (feat. Danny Van Attenhoven, Jill Alves, and Logan Thompson)
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 […]
S5, E11 – How CrossCountry Mortgage Can Help YOU Afford A House (feat. Curt Conkling)
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 […]
S5, E10 – Conference Entertainment Preview (feat. Comedian Thom Tran)
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 […]
S5, E9 – June 2022 Elections Discussion
On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz provide updates and discussions following the June 2022 election results (as of June […]
S5, E8 – Endorsing Anne Marie Schubert for Attorney General (feat. Anne Marie Schubert)
On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz invite PORAC-endorsed Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert to talk about her current Attorney General campaign.
S5, E7 – Welcoming Back the CPOMF Ceremonies (feat. CPOMF Executive Director Wayne Quint)
On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz invite California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation (CPOMF) Executive Director Wayne Quint to welcome back the CPOMF ceremonies and National Police Week while also teasing of the new addition to the memorial.
S5, E6 – Symposium IMPACT 2022 (Part 1: feat. Jason Schechterle / Part 2: feat. Lieutenant Colonel Robert Darling)
In this two-part series, we welcome to the podcast two of our featured Symposium IMPACT 2022 speakers.
S5, E5 – LEOs in Office (feat. CA Assemblymember Tom Lackey and PORAC Chapter Director Peter Durfee)
On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz invite California Assemblymember Tom Lackey and PORAC North Valley Chapter Director Peter Durfee to discuss the importance of law enforcement officials in elected positions and what they can bring to the table in regards to state legislation.