The Sheriff's Mic: Cleared to Talk with Sheriff Kory Honea

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The Path to Citizenship: A Conversation with Attorney Sergio Garcia Oct 21, 2026

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Attorney Sergio Garcia brings a unique and personal perspective to the topic of immigration. In this episode of Sheriff’s Mic: Cleared to Talk, Sheriff Honea sits down with Mr. Garcia to discuss his remarkable journey to becoming an attorney and the long road he traveled to achieve U.S. citizenship. Through his story, Garcia shares a firsthand perspective on the challenges, perseverance, and experiences that shaped his path.

🎙️ Emergency Notifications: A Conversation with Lt. Jim Beller Sep 30, 2026

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Following the 2017 Oroville Dam Spillway Incident, Sheriff Honea recognized the need for a dedicated Incident Management Team and a BCSO Emergency Manager. Since then, the team has undergone extensive training and put that experience to work during numerous emergencies.

In this episode of Cleared to Talk, Sheriff Honea sits down with BCSO Lt. Jim Beller to discuss the many ways we work to alert and inform our community during emergencies, and why community participation is such an important part of receiving those critical notifications.

Local Elections: A Conversation with Keaton Denlay Sep 11, 2026

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Election security has been an important topic of conversation in recent years. In this episode of Sheriff’s Mic: Cleared to Talk, Sheriff Honea sits down with Butte County Clerk-Recorder Keaton Denlay to discuss how elections are conducted in Butte County and what his department does to help ensure our elections are safe, secure, and trusted by our community.

Sheriff Honea and Clerk-Recorder Denlay take a closer look at the process behind our local elections and the work that goes on behind the scenes on election night and beyond.

Jury Duty Obligations: A Conversation with Judge Rodriguez Aug 28, 2026

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Butte County is facing a crisis when it comes to people not showing up for jury duty. At the Butte County Superior Court in Oroville, 21% of people actually show up when called to jury duty, which is far below the state average. In this first episode of season two of Sheriff’s Mic: Cleared to Talk with Sheriff Honea, the Sheriff sits down with Butte County Superior Court Judge Jesus Rodriguez, to discuss why jury duty is so important, how it works when you are called, and the potential consequences you can face if you simply ignore those jury summons when they come in the mail.

Hands On Training: A Conversation with Jay Wadsworth May 12, 2026

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Last month, BCSO defensive tactics instructors had the opportunity to participate in an intensive week-long training with Effective Fitness Combatives (EFC), focused on de-escalation techniques and defensive tactics designed to help keep both our deputies and the community members we interact with safe. Throughout the training, instructors worked on communication strategies, scenario-based exercises, and hands-on techniques focused on improving situational awareness and safe outcomes during law enforcement encounters.

In this episode of Sheriff’s Mic: Cleared to Talk, Sheriff Honea sits down with the owner of EFC to discuss the value of this type of training, the important role de-escalation plays in law enforcement, and why agencies should continue prioritizing these opportunities for their deputies and instructors.

CA Gun Legislation: A Conversation with Attorney Bruce Colodny Mar 06, 2026

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Bruce Colodny has been practicing law for more than 43 years and, during that time, has carved out a niche representing individuals who have found themselves facing legal trouble involving firearms.

In this episode of Sheriff’s Mic: Cleared to Talk, Sheriff Honea sits down with Bruce to discuss California gun laws and share advice for gun owners who want to stay informed and remain in compliance with the law.

The Second Amendment after Bruen and the state of the law in California Jan 23, 2026

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One of our very first podcast episodes on CCW laws turned out to be one of our most popular. After receiving numerous emails and follow-up questions from listeners, we decided it was time to dig deeper into the Second Amendment and the complex world of CCW laws. In this episode, Sheriff Honea is joined by attorney and author C.D. “Chuck” Michel, who is on the front lines of shaping and challenging CCW laws and regulations.

Speaking for the Accused: A Conversation with Defense Attorney Nicole Diamond. Jan 09, 2026

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This podcast explores the many facets of the criminal justice system, and defense attorneys play a crucial role. In this episode of Sheriff’s Mic: Cleared to Talk, Sheriff Honea speaks with Butte County Defense Attorney Nicole Diamond. They discuss the complex world of public defenders, highlighting the compassion, dedication, and commitment they bring to their clients and the justice system as a whole.

The Capitol Connection: An Inside Look at How Laws Impacting Public Safety in California are Made: Part 2 Dec 19, 2025

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In part two of Sheriff’s Mic: Cleared to Talk with Sheriff Honea, the Sheriff continues his interview with lobbyist Cory Salzillo, about the legislative processes in Sacramento and the complex issues that impact public safety locally.

The Capitol Connection: An Inside Look at How Laws Impacting Public Safety in California are Made: Part 1 Dec 05, 2025

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Our primary role as law enforcement officers is, of course, to enforce the law, but those laws must be created long before they reach us. The legislative process is complex, involving countless steps and stakeholders who shape public policy. In this episode of Sheriff’s Mic: Cleared to Talk, Sheriff Honea sits down with lobbyist Cory Salzillo to discuss how legislation is made, and the process that determines which laws move forward and which do not.

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