Episode 81 - The Nebraska Board of Parole w/ Mark Langan
Mark Langan is a retired Omaha Police sergeant and current member of the Nebraska Board of Parole. He and four other board members are responsible for making parole decisions for inmates currently confined within the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services. In this episode, Mark joined Capt. John Vik, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Sheriff Terry Wagner to discuss the history of the Board, the parole process, and the important role it plays in public safety across Nebraska.Episode Music Credits:Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions, Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)
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Episode 80 - Forensic Entomology w/ Deputy Dr. Tim Huntington, Ph.D.
"The evidence is trying to tell you a story..." Dr. Tim Huntington is a deputy with the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office. He also happens to be one of the fewer than twenty board-certified forensic entomologists in the U.S. and Canada. In this episode, Dep. Huntington sits down with John Vik, Ben Houchin, and Kelsey Cruz to break down the science behind insects and explore their relevance to criminal investigations. Listen in for a fascinating discussion on the stories insects can tell us about crimes and how they can help investigators seek justice for victims.⚠️ This episode contains discussions about death and the role of decomposition in criminal investigations. Some listeners may find the content disturbing. Listener discretion is advised.Episode Music Credits: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions, Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions, Rodney Skopes by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)
Deputies at LSO bid for shifts every six months. In this episode, Captain John Vik walks through LSO's shift schedule structure and how the bid process works. He also talks about the recruiting process and career opportunities that are still available in 2025.Episode Music Credits:Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)
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Episode 78 - LPD Chief Michon Morrow
Chief Michon Morrow just celebrated her second anniversary as chief of the Lincoln Police Department (LPD). In this episode, she joins Capt. John Vik, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Sheriff Terry Wagner to discuss joint units, programs, and cooperation between LSO and LPD. Chief Morrow's background. Task forces. Joint units. Shared resources. LSO recruits at the LPD Academy. Staffing/Recruiting. Team substations. LPD's new mental health co-responder unit. Shared jurisdiction. Closing thoughts.Episode Music Credits:Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions, Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)
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Episode 77 - Nebraska Game & Parks w/ Sgt. Curt Prohaska
With the 4th of July right around the corner, summer boating and camping seasons are in full swing. In this episode, Nebraska Game & Parks Sergeant Curt Prohaska joins the show to talk about their efforts to keep lakes and recreation areas a fun, enjoyable part of everyone's summer. Curt's background. Recreation areas/lakes in Lancaster County. Conservation officers. Inter-agency cooperation. Enforcement priorities. What can park users do to help? Boating safety. Camping safety. Closing thoughts.Links mentioned during the episode:NE Game & Parks Jobs www.OutdoorNebraska.gov/about/careersLancaster County Sheriff's Office Career Information www.JoinLSO.comEpisode Music Credits:Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions, Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions, Rodney Skopes by Blue Dot Sessions(www.sessions.blue)
The 902 Podcast is the official podcast of the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office in Lincoln, Nebraska. On each episode, Sheriff Wagner will be joined by command staff and other special guests to take listeners inside LSO to discuss topics like recruiting, public safety technology, and operations to keep Lancaster County safe. Join us for behind-the-scenes access to all that's happening at LSO. This podcast is produced by the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office.
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