Multnomah County Sheriff's Office

In this episode, Sheriff Michael Reese sits down with Tri-County Health Officer Dr. Jennifer Vines to discuss the difference between "masks" and "face coverings" and when to wear each. They also talk about the outlook of PPE and how public safety officers can keep themselves safe.

Sheriff Reese hosts a roundtable discussion with women currently working in public safety to talk about what inspired them to pursue a career in this field, as well as some of the challenges they've faced. They also discuss the importance of time away from work and where they would go on a dream vacation.

In this episode, Sheriff Michael Reese discusses the role of the FBI nationally and here in Oregon with Loren Cannon, the Special Agent-in-Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Portland Division.

Sheriff Reese hosts a roundtable discussion with current and former MCSO Public Information Officers to talk about the role of body cameras and drones in public safety, as well as how the recent legalization of marijuana for all citizens in Canada (including cops)may impact law enforcement agencies here locally. Most importantly, however, each guest also shares their current favorite place to eat!

In this episode, Sheriff Reese interviews Portland real estate developer and volunteer MCSO Reserve Deputy, Robert Ball, about what motivates a person to serve their community in this capacity, what type of training goes into it, and what to expect when working the streets.

In this episode, Sheriff Reese talks with Kevin Campbell, CEO of the Victory Group, legislative lobbyist for the Oregon State Sheriffs Association, and the Executive Director for the Oregon Association Chiefs of Police.

In this episode, Sheriff Michael Reese talks with Portland Police Chief Danielle Outlaw about the state of policing in the city, and her vision for the future of the agency.

In the last of a three-part series exploring the opioid crisis in our community, Sheriff Reese talks with Jordan, a recovering addict currently in custody at the Inverness Jail in Portland, Oregon. A participant in MCSO's progressive Treatment Readiness Dorm, Jordan shares his unique insights and experiences.

In the second of a three-part series exploring the opioid crisis, Sheriff Reese discusses treatment options and local capacity with Tim Hartnett, Executive Director of CODA, an organization dedicated to treating people suffering from alcohol, drugs and mental health challenges.

In the first of a three-part series exploring the opioid crisis, Sheriff Reese talks with Deputy Sheriff Matt Ferguson of the MCSO Special Investigations Unit about the landscape of addiction from the perspective of an investigator working the streets.

In this episode, Sheriff Reese discusses suicide prevention and crisis intervention services with Dwight Holton, CEO of the non-profit organization, Lines for Life (linesforlife.org)

In this episode, Sheriff Mike Reese discusses gun violence reduction efforts with advocate, Jenna Yuille.

In this episode, Sheriff Reese discusses mental health diversion opportunities with Dr. Derald Walker, President and CEO of Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare.

Sheriff Michael Reese discusses livability and homelessness in Multnomah County Oregon with Marc Jolin, Director of the Joint Office of Homeless Services.