DPS Safety Scoop

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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.

  1. JAN 28

    S5 E1: Promoting Mental Wellbeing in 2026

    To kick off the new year on the Safety Scoop, host Kirsten Barber has a discussion with Responder Assistance Initiative psychologist Nicolas Sirianni around mental health in the first responder field. While you listen, you’ll learn simple exercises for meditation and regulation as well as encouraging words on how to not only check in on others, but yourself (whether or not you are a first responder). Mindfulness Practices: - Body Scan Meditation (11:36) - 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique (25:56) - Distraction Grounding (28:35) - Box Breathing (31:11) - Belly Breathing (31:54) - Bilateral Stimulation (33:17) If you are a first responder or NC Department of Public Safety employee that needs to connect with the Responder Assistance Initiative, call their resource/request line at 866-731-6901 and leave a detailed message. Someone will return your call. This is not a crisis line.

    41 min

  2. JAN 16

    S4 E12: (BONUS) Emerging Technology for First Responders

    Continuing the panel discussion in episode 11, "New and Emerging Technology in State Government," panelist Chris Chappell provides a detailed overview of how tech was used to aid first responders during Tropical Storm Helene response. Helpful Links from the Episode: Flood Inundation Mapping and Alert Network (FIMAN) - ⁠https://fiman.nc.gov⁠ Resilience Analysis Framework for Transportation North Carolina (RAFT) - ⁠https://rmp.nc.gov⁠NC OneMap - ⁠https://www.nconemap.gov/⁠NC DACS hosts the Multi Hazard Threat Database - ⁠https://www.ncmhtd.com/⁠School Risk Management Plan (SRMP) - ⁠https://sera.nc.gov/srmp/⁠State Emergency Response Application (SERA) - ⁠https://www.ncdps.gov/sera⁠/

    11 min

  3. 12/31/2025

    S4 E11: New and Emerging Technology in State Government

    This Safety Scoop episode brings together a panel of experts across state government to explore the possibilities, challenges and risks of incorporating newer technologies into current systems. Helpful Links from the Episode: Emergency Alert System (EAS), Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) for mobile devices, and the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) - https://www.ncdps.gov/emergency-alertsFlood Inundation Mapping and Alert Network (FIMAN) - https://fiman.nc.gov Resilience Analysis Framework for Transportation North Carolina (RAFT) - https://rmp.nc.govNCEM Risk Management Portal - https://rmp.nc.gov/NC OneMap - https://www.nconemap.gov/NC DACS hosts the Multi Hazard Threat Database - https://www.ncmhtd.com/NCDIT AI Accelerator - https://it.nc.gov/resources/artificial-intelligence/ai-acceleratorSchool Risk Management Plan (SRMP) - https://sera.nc.gov/srmp/State Emergency Response Application (SERA) - https://www.ncdps.gov/sera/ State of NC Cybersecurity Strategic Plan - https://it.nc.gov/programs/cybersecurity-risk-management/state-north-carolina-cybersecurity-strategic-plan DIT Next Generation 911 Network - https://it.nc.gov/about/boards-commissions/nc-911-board/next-generation-911DIT FirstTech Program - https://it.nc.gov/programs/firsttech

    27 min

  4. 11/26/2025

    S4 E10: Public Safety in the Age of Misinformation

    We are living in a time where false information can be disseminated easily and effectively. So how can we protect ourselves and others from falling prey to disinformation campaigns, especially during times of emergency? This episode's guest Brian Haines, Senior External Affairs Specialist for NC Emergency Management, speaks with host Kirsten Barber about disinformation and misinformation and how bad actors use emergencies to spread untruths that can cause harm and division. While there is no way to avoid disinformation in the digital age, you can learn how to recognize it and stop the spread. Listen to learn more about how to keep yourself and others safe and informed.

    28 min

  5. 09/29/2025

    S4 E9: Safety is a Shared Opportunity

    Eva Setal is the Safety Director for the NC Department of Public Safety -- a big endeavor and a unique position in state government. In this episode, Eva shares how anyone can take a proactive approach to safety every day and walks through how you can find your "safety moment." Safety doesn't have to be complicated, but it should always be in the back of your mind. Email Eva or her team at dps.HealthandSafety@ncdps.gov. Watch Eva's Public Safety Story Time here.

    21 min

  6. 08/29/2025

    S4 E8: ABC Commission - 90 Years of Service

    It's 2025, and the NC Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is celebrating 90 years of spirited service. As the regulatory body over the sale, purchase, transportation, manufacture, consumption and possession of all alcoholic beverages across the state, the commission is committed to enhancing public safety and protecting public health across the state. This episode features ABC Commission Deputy Commissioner Mike DeSilva. Listen as he takes you behind the scenes of the commission and shares what has changed and what has stayed the same since it’s founding in 1935.

    32 min

  7. 07/29/2025

    S4 E7: Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy

    The Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy, which opened its doors in 1994, provides structure, discipline and a path for at-risk 16- to 18-year-olds. In this safety scoop episode, we hear from father/daughter duo Rob Davis and Morgan Raines, who both have shared experiences with the North Carolina National Guard and the Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy.

    18 min

  8. 06/27/2025

    S4 E6: Always Ready - Ready Team

    The North Carolina National Guard is an all-volunteer force of around 10,000 soldiers and airmen who serve in both federal and state capacities. In this episode, Col. Mark Almond describes how North Carolina National Guard citizen soldiers and airmen support and defend the citizens of the state and nation against crisis, natural disasters and other threats. He also shares details about his experience over the last 29 years with the NC National Guard. Learn more about the NC National Guard at ng.nc.gov, or follow them on social at @NCNationalGuard.

    28 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    NC Department of Public Safety
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © NC Department of Public Safety
  • Show Website
    DPS Safety Scoop