The 902 Podcast

Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude - but how can gratitude impact public safety? In this episode, Captain John Vik interviews Sarah Draper, a former West Point graduate, military police officer, and supervisory FBI agent, who now focuses on helping others lead well. They discuss Sarah's journey from military service to the FBI, her transition into wellness coaching, and the importance of gratitude in enhancing mental health and resilience. Sarah shares practical tools for cultivating gratitude and emphasizes its benefits for individuals and communities, particularly in high-stress professions like law enforcement.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sarah Draper 03:05 Sarah's Journey: From West Point to 9/1105:50 Transitioning from Military to an FBI Career08:53 The Importance of Collaboration in Law Enforcement11:53 Teaching at Quantico: Giving Back to the Community14:41 Leading Well Strategies: Focus on Wellness18:01 Personal Journey Towards Wellness and Mindfulness20:52 The Impact of Personal Wellness on Leadership23:57 Creating a Culture of Openness in Law Enforcement24:27 Exploring Leadership and Wellness in Public Safety26:24 The Importance of Gratitude in Wellness30:30 Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset32:58 The Science Behind Gratitude37:59 Practical Tools for Gratitude Practice45:10 The Ripple Effect of Gratitude in CommunitiesEpisode Music Credits:Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions, Rodney Skopes by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

Mark Langan is a retired Omaha Police sergeant and current member of the Nebraska Board of Parole. He and four other board members are responsible for making parole decisions for inmates currently confined within the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services. In this episode, Mark joined Capt. John Vik, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Sheriff Terry Wagner to discuss the history of the Board, the parole process, and the important role it plays in public safety across Nebraska.Episode Music Credits:Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions, Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

"The evidence is trying to tell you a story..." Dr. Tim Huntington is a deputy with the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office. He also happens to be one of the fewer than twenty board-certified forensic entomologists in the U.S. and Canada. In this episode, Dep. Huntington sits down with John Vik, Ben Houchin, and Kelsey Cruz to break down the science behind insects and explore their relevance to criminal investigations. Listen in for a fascinating discussion on the stories insects can tell us about crimes and how they can help investigators seek justice for victims.⚠️ This episode contains discussions about death and the role of decomposition in criminal investigations. Some listeners may find the content disturbing. Listener discretion is advised.Episode Music Credits: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions, Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions, Rodney Skopes by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

Deputies at LSO bid for shifts every six months. In this episode, Captain John Vik walks through LSO's shift schedule structure and how the bid process works. He also talks about the recruiting process and career opportunities that are still available in 2025.Episode Music Credits:Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

Chief Michon Morrow just celebrated her second anniversary as chief of the Lincoln Police Department (LPD). In this episode, she joins Capt. John Vik, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Sheriff Terry Wagner to discuss joint units, programs, and cooperation between LSO and LPD. Chief Morrow's background. Task forces. Joint units. Shared resources. LSO recruits at the LPD Academy. Staffing/Recruiting. Team substations. LPD's new mental health co-responder unit. Shared jurisdiction. Closing thoughts.Episode Music Credits:Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions, Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)