CCSO's The Beat

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The Beat is a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office (South Carolina) and our community. Host Oshia Alford interviews members of CCSO and community partners about law enforcement-related topics. Sheriff Kristin Graziano or a member of CCSO's Command Staff appears every Monday for an update on the agency's latest news.

  1. Episode x | For CCSO internal affairs, it's about maintaining trust

    01/02/2024

    Episode x | For CCSO internal affairs, it's about maintaining trust

    Capt. Scott Eubanks has experienced many assignments at CCSO - from detention deputy to traffic fatality investigator. But his current post as head of CCSO's Office of Professional Standards is one of the most critical in the agency's mission to maintain the public's trust. From in-depth investigations to a computer system for tracking and identifying problems, learn more about that effort in this episode of The Beat, a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office and our beautiful South Carolina community. RESOURCES IN THIS EPISODE File a complaint online: https://sheriff.charlestoncounty.org/ops.php

    14 min
  2. Episode X | CCSO members serving in law enforcement, military at same time

    01/02/2024

    Episode X | CCSO members serving in law enforcement, military at same time

    Do you think it’s hard to hold down a civilian job while being deployed as a military reservist? Not so at the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Jason Cain of CCSO’s Intelligence Unit has been deployed five times, but CCSO’s support of National Guardsmen like him and other reservists assures them that they’ll have a solid career to return to. Cain and CCSO’s Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award join the latest episode of The Beat podcast, a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office and our beautiful South Carolina community. RESOURCES IN THIS EPISODE Veteran recruits can get GI Bill benefits during training. Apply now to become a deputy sheriff or detention deputy at CCSOjobs.com. Learn more about CCSO’s prestigious Freedom Award: https://sheriff.charlestoncounty.org/news/2022/ccso-wins-national-award-for-support-of-military-reservists.pdfFIND US

    10 min
  3. Episode X | Keeping South Carolina's largest jail secure

    01/02/2024

    Episode X | Keeping South Carolina's largest jail secure

    It takes a small miracle every day for the team at the Al Cannon Detention Center to keep the facility secure. From battling contraband to ensuring residents have secure visitation access, Capt. E.C. Luke discusses the Security Division’s immense responsibilities — all in this episode of The Beat podcast, a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office and our beautiful South Carolina community. RESOURCES IN THIS EPISODE CCSO is hiring detention deputies starting at more than $46,000 a year. Apply at CCSOjobs.com.

    10 min
  4. Episode X | SWAT not necessarily like what you'll see on TV

    01/01/2024

    Episode X | SWAT not necessarily like what you'll see on TV

    It takes many expert law enforcement officers in various roles to make an effective SWAT team. Capt. Fletcher Ferguson says reality may not be like the drama of television - it may actually be more interesting. At the end of the day, the CCSO SWAT team's goal is for everyone to get out safely. Find out more about the rigorous tryout and training requirements for SWAT operators on this episode of The Beat podcast, a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office and our beautiful South Carolina community. RESOURCES IN THIS EPISODE CCSO is hiring deputy sheriffs starting at more than $49,000 a year. Apply at CCSOjobs.com.

    15 min
  5. Episode 32 | What does it take to be a detention deputy?

    10/19/2023

    Episode 32 | What does it take to be a detention deputy?

    Capt. Emma Salters started her law enforcement career in dispatch. Turns out, communication was exactly the skill needed to succeed in her next step: as a detention deputy at CCSO. It was the right fit for her. Is it for you? Learn what it takes in this episode of The Beat podcast, a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office and our beautiful South Carolina community. RESOURCES IN THIS EPISODE CCSO is hiring detention deputies starting at more than $46,000 a year. Apply at CCSOjobs.com.

    9 min
  6. Episode 31 | Tips to keep everyone safe on Halloween night

    10/16/2023

    Episode 31 | Tips to keep everyone safe on Halloween night

    The flood of costumes and candy is nearing! As such, we’ve got Chief Deputy Patrick Morris on the show to talk about safety tips for kids, adults and motorists for 🎃 Halloween 🎃 which is just a few weeks away. In addition, watch our host, Oshia Alford, debate the chief deputy on the moderation of candy 🤔 and attempt to extract 🧐the location of his house, which will be treating trick-or-treaters with full sized candy bars. 🤩 In addition, for those who have military, law enforcement or detention tactical experience, Morris has details on some rewarding careers at the detention center that you’ll want to take a look at--- all in this episode of The Beat podcast, a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office and our beautiful South Carolina community.   RESOURCES IN THIS EPISODE  Charleston County Sheriff’s Office career opportunities www.CCSOjobs.com

    8 min
  7. Episode 30 | CCSO dive team takes on investigative and safety missions throughout the Lowcountry

    10/12/2023

    Episode 30 | CCSO dive team takes on investigative and safety missions throughout the Lowcountry

    The Charleston County Sheriff’s Office Underwater Recovery Team (U.R.T.) is responsible for more than 90 miles of coastline as they respond to various emergency, safety and investigative missions. Lt. Chad Barton, who is the dive team commander, sits down with us to talk about what it takes to be part of the team and the important work they do to keep the public safe during big events in the Lowcountry--- all in this episode of The Beat podcast, a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office and our beautiful South Carolina community.   RESOURCES IN THIS EPISODE  Charleston County Sheriff’s Office website https://sheriff.charlestoncounty.org

    14 min
  8. Episode 29 | Detective continues to search for suspect in Franklin Caddell’s murder

    10/05/2023

    Episode 29 | Detective continues to search for suspect in Franklin Caddell’s murder

    In the summer of 2002, police were called to a gas station in Charleston County after customers reported that the clerk was nowhere to be found. Responding deputies investigated and found the body of Franklin Caddell, who had been fatally stabbed during a robbery at the business. Detective Barry Goldstein talks about the progress of the case and how the technology of today is helping investigators solve cold cases throughout the country-- all in this episode of The Beat podcast, a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office and our beautiful South Carolina community.   RESOURCES IN THIS EPISODE  Detective Barry Goldstein contact information Email: bgoldstein@charlestoncounty.org Phone number: 843-554-2241

    14 min
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The Beat is a conversation about the Charleston County Sheriff's Office (South Carolina) and our community. Host Oshia Alford interviews members of CCSO and community partners about law enforcement-related topics. Sheriff Kristin Graziano or a member of CCSO's Command Staff appears every Monday for an update on the agency's latest news.

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  • Creator
    Charleston County Sheriff's Office
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Charleston County Sheriff's Office
  • Show Website
    CCSO's The Beat