DPS Safety Scoop

A North Carolina Department of Public Safety podcast that highlights how the people, programs and resources within NCDPS help keep North Carolinians safe through prevention, protection and preparation.

DPS Safety Scoop is a government podcast hosted by NC Department of Public Safety, with 59 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

NC Department of Public Safety hosts DPS Safety Scoop, a government show with 59 episodes published.

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  Episode #9

  S5 E9: NC Office of Violence Prevention Implementation Plan

  Sep 28, 202638 minS5

  The North Carolina Office of Violence Prevention was established in 2023. The office supports a public health approach to the reduction of violence and firearm misuse in NC and works in partnership with the NC Dept. of Health and Human Services and the 25-member Community Violence Advisory Board. In this episode, OVP Director Siarra Scott reviews the office's strategic and implementation plans and provides updates on where the work stands in 2026. Additional Resources: OVP Webpage OVP Implementation Plan OVP Core Competencies

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  Episode #8

  S5 E8: Building Valuable Connections Through the State Partnership Program

  Aug 31, 202630 minS5

  The National Guard Bureau's State Partnership Program has successfully built relationships across the globe for more than 30 years. North Carolina entered the program in 1996, when it was partnered with Moldova. Over the years, more partnerships were formed, and North Carolina became one of the few states with more than two partners through the program. This episode's guest, Lieutenant Colonel Mike Sterling, joins the Safety Scoop to discuss this history of the program in North Carolina and how the Guard's involvement has built mutually beneficial relationships with Moldova, The Republic of Botswana, Malawi and Zambia. It hasn't always been easy, but LTC Sterling is optimistic and believes this program is shaping a future of improved ideas, collaboration and security for generations to come.

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  Episode #7

  S5 E7: Leadership Chat - Reflecting on the First Seven Months as NCDPS Secretary

  Jul 31, 202643 minS5

  Gov. Josh Stein appointed Jeffrey Smythe, as secretary of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety effective January 1, 2026. In this episode, Secretary Smythe shares what the first seven months on the job have been like. Discussion topics range from leadership goals, crime prevention, building trust and overcoming challenges.

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  Episode #6

  S5 E6: NC Cyber Capabilities

  Jun 25, 202633 minS5

  The Cybersecurity Response Force was established in Raleigh, NC, as a response to ongoing threats and actions taken in the cyber or information domain. In this episode, featured guest LTC Seth Barun shares how this security force supports state, local, tribal and territorial agencies. Additional Resources: - Cyber Security Response Force Homepage - 2024 Operation Tobacco Road [video]

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  Episode #5

  S5 E5: (Replay) Close to the HEART - Autism Response Training

  May 29, 202640 minS5

  Join host Kirsten Barber for a revamped episode from the Safety Scoop archive. This month we are revisiting the Helping Enhance Autism Response Training episode after NCDPS hosted one of it's largest HEART events at the end of April 2026. Before the replay, you'll hear from NCDPS Secretary Jeffrey Smythe, speaker Dennis Debbaut and event attendees on why this type of training is not only important, but a vital part of first response training for those serving their communities.

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