25 episodes

The two ordinary cops are former Northern Territory Police Officers Remote Sergeant Ben Schultz and Detective Sergeant Damien Barbe. With over 25 years experience Ben and Damo share stories from their time in the job. Follow along through the laughter, anger and tears that come with the rigours of Policing Australia’s last frontier.

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    • True Crime

The two ordinary cops are former Northern Territory Police Officers Remote Sergeant Ben Schultz and Detective Sergeant Damien Barbe. With over 25 years experience Ben and Damo share stories from their time in the job. Follow along through the laughter, anger and tears that come with the rigours of Policing Australia’s last frontier.

    Episode 19 - The Bob Rennie Series - Part 3

    Episode 19 - The Bob Rennie Series - Part 3

    Retired Superintendent Robert Rennie APM shares insights on the Jabiluka Mine protests in 1998. At that time, Bob supervised up to 52 police officers and coordinated the police actions during the protests. In this discussion, he addresses different types of protesters, ranging from sincere environmentalists to radical extremists.

    • 42 min
    Episode 18 - The Bob Rennie Series - Part 2

    Episode 18 - The Bob Rennie Series - Part 2

    Accompany the Two Ordinary Cops as they engage in a conversation with Retired Superintendent Robert Rennie APM, reminiscing about his experiences at the police academy during the early 1980s and reflecting on the unique challenges of law enforcement during that period. The dialogue delves into the strong sense of camaraderie within the police force, portraying it as a cohesive family unit that operated as a unified team. As is customary in our episodes, entertaining anecdotes and thrilling narratives punctuate the discussion, adding levity and excitement to the exchange.

    • 41 min
    Episode 17 - The Bob Rennie Series - Part 1

    Episode 17 - The Bob Rennie Series - Part 1

    It is time to hear from some of the legends of the Northern Territory police force. In the initial segment Damo and Schultzy engage in a conversation with Retired Superintendent Robert Rennie APM, to gain insights into the early days of policing that preceded their own experiences. In this episode he will share anecdotes about his various roles within the police force, offering humorous and insightful stories. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on the evolution of policing from the early 1980's to the present day.

    • 34 min
    Episode 16 - Being Resourceful Without Resources

    Episode 16 - Being Resourceful Without Resources

    Schultzy and Damo delve into the challenges of conducting major operations, such as a yacht rescue and murder investigations, in remote areas with minimal resources, emphasising the pivotal role of strong community engagement as a cornerstone of success.

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Episode 15 - Our worst jobs...

    Episode 15 - Our worst jobs...

    Police will attend a high number of distressing jobs in their career and there are always some that are burned into your brain. In this episode Schultzy and Damo talk about some of the jobs, that not only affected them at the time, but continue to affect them years down the track.

    • 51 min
    Episode 14 - Funny Stories 2

    Episode 14 - Funny Stories 2

    Today, Damo and Schultzy are regaling us with amusing anecdotes from their time on the job, ranging from thrilling car chases to unexpected encounters with pepper spray. Sit back, relax, and prepare to be entertained by their hilarious tales.

    • 31 min

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