https://simplecast.com Roll Call Roll Call is a series of conversations aimed at learning what it’s like to work for law enforcement with never before inside access to the Chicago Police Department. Through transparent conversations, we hope to learn more about the ups and downs of policing, who the people are who chose this career path, and how we can continue to strengthen the relationships between law enforcement and residents. 2025 Roll Call en Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:14 +0000 https://rollcall.simplecast.com Roll Call https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/d505bdd3-3997-4b97-a3f8-52b865ca9b7b/34959ac1-bf16-4832-993e-d23323e57c0f/3000x3000/roll-20call-20logo.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://rollcall.simplecast.com episodic Roll Call is a series of conversations aimed at learning what it’s like to work for law enforcement with never before inside access to the Chicago Police Department. Through transparent conversations, we hope to learn more about the ups and downs of policing, who the people are who chose this career path, and how we can continue to strengthen the relationships between law enforcement and residents. CPD Patrol false https://feeds.simplecast.com/Pa_rsQeg chicago police, community policing, cpd, law enforcement, police, real conversations CPD Patrol 6c7b21ba-1863-41de-ae3c-bf8325326bfe Carmen Rossi Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Mariam Sobh, Carmen Rossi https://rollcall.simplecast.com/episodes/carmen-rossi-fCtfk_2P Carmen Rossi Mariam Sobh, Carmen Rossi 00:21:36 Roll Call Episode 10 features local business leader Carmen Rossi, owner of multiple restaurants in the city. Rossi discusses the importance of law enforcement and how safer cities are in everyone's best interest. Roll Call Episode 10 features local business leader Carmen Rossi, owner of multiple restaurants in the city. Rossi discusses the importance of law enforcement and how safer cities are in everyone's best interest. false full 10 1 3c1a6a6b-e4b8-44e3-84fa-af3a026d5272 Terri Hillard Wed, 18 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Terry Hillard https://rollcall.simplecast.com/episodes/terry-hillard-XYj7d9yB Terri Hillard Terry Hillard 00:22:41 Former Superintendent Terry Hillard made history as the first African American Chief of Detectives for the Chicago Police Department. He also led the Department as Superintendent for over 5 and 1/2 years. Hillard joins us to talk about his legacy with CPD. Former Superintendent Terry Hillard made history as the first African American Chief of Detectives for the Chicago Police Department. He also led the Department as Superintendent for over 5 and 1/2 years. Hillard joins us to talk about his legacy with CPD. chicago police podcast, terry hillard, chicago police department, cpd patrol false full 9 1 785c58d0-11b9-4e60-8868-5c8607d994f2 Melvin Branch Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000 Melvin Branch, Mariam Sobh https://rollcall.simplecast.com/episodes/melvin-branch-TinB67uU Melvin Branch Melvin Branch, Mariam Sobh 00:14:24 Chicago Police Commander Melvin Branch shares his story of starting out as a P.O. in the 003rd district, to now leading it. We also hear about how the collaboration between residents and the district helps to drive crime down, as well as the role leadership plays in making these initiatives successul. Chicago Police Commander Melvin Branch shares his story of starting out as a P.O. in the 003rd district, to now leading it. We also hear about how the collaboration between residents and the district helps to drive crime down, as well as the role leadership plays in making these initiatives successul. chicago police department, roll call podcast, cpd patrol false full 8 1 4f59c07f-e6c3-4209-b7aa-03903316daaf Glen Brooks Jr. Wed, 7 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000 Glen Brooks Jr. https://rollcall.simplecast.com/episodes/glen-brooks-jr-dM44Inof Glen Brooks Jr. Glen Brooks Jr. 00:05:56 We catch up with Glen Brooks Jr., the Director of the Office of Community Policing with the Chicago Police Department in this 5 minute episode. Glen's career with CPD was a natural progression from his first time attending a beat meeting. We catch up with Glen Brooks Jr., the Director of the Office of Community Policing with the Chicago Police Department in this 5 minute episode. Glen's career with CPD was a natural progression from his first time attending a beat meeting. chicago police department, glen brooks jr., cpd patrol false full 7 1 5e1e3f4e-dda7-40ce-9e48-593bfb5c2330 Michael Nunez Thu, 23 Oct 2025 17:04:07 +0000 Michael Nunez https://rollcall.simplecast.com/episodes/michael-nunez-UIjBvpor Michael Nunez Michael Nunez 00:14:11 Sergeant Michael Nunez has been with the Chicago Police Department for 38 years working for a variety of specialized units. Sgt. Nunez discusses his career path, the importance of camaraderie among officers, and offers advice for new recruits. Sergeant Michael Nunez has been with the Chicago Police Department for 38 years working for a variety of specialized units. Sgt. Nunez discusses his career path, the importance of camaraderie among officers, and offers advice for new recruits. chicago police podcast, law enforcement, chicago police department, cpd patrol, cpd, roll call false full 6 1 e699e5f1-7c54-4e90-9afc-ee55fb339052 Tracey Edwards Wed, 8 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Captain Tracey Edwards https://rollcall.simplecast.com/episodes/tracey-edwards-k4rtJblq Tracey Edwards Captain Tracey Edwards 00:15:05 false full 5 1 b0a07479-cbce-444a-a0d6-7ae703adec2b Yvette Loizon Wed, 1 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 CPD Patrol https://rollcall.simplecast.com/episodes/yvette-loizon-g9DnnzLd Yvette Loizon CPD Patrol 00:16:40 Yvette Loizon, Chief of Policy with the Cook County State's Attorney's Office, discusses the new felony review bypass program, clarifying misconceptions and emphasizing the importance of collaboration between law enforcement and prosecutors. Yvette Loizon, Chief of Policy with the Cook County State's Attorney's Office, discusses the new felony review bypass program, clarifying misconceptions and emphasizing the importance of collaboration between law enforcement and prosecutors. cook county state's attorney's office, chicago police department, felony bypass program, roll call false full 4 1 2ebc8916-5e29-4f9f-8c58-09ea6e087264 RJ Melman

SHOW CREDITS:

Executive Producer: Chief Jon P. Hein

Host & Producer: Mariam Sobh (written, edited, mixed)

Co-Host: Commander Joshua Wallace

Artwork: Kathryn Tutkus


LINKS
Follow the podcast via @CPDPatrol on X, Instagram and Facebook.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Executive Producer: Chief Jon P. Hein

Host & Producer: Mariam Sobh (written, edited, mixed)

Co-Host: Commander Joshua Wallace

Artwork: Kathryn Tutkus


LINKS
Follow the podcast via @CPDPatrol on X, Instagram and Facebook.

]]> RJ Melman RJ Melman 00:20:14 R.J. Melman, CEO of Lettuce Entertain You restaurant group, shares his family's Chicago immigrant story and the growth of their business from a single Lincoln Park location to over 120 restaurants nationwide. He discusses his commitment to supporting the Chicago Police Department and why he believes business leaders have a civic responsibility to prioritize community safety. R.J. Melman, CEO of Lettuce Entertain You restaurant group, shares his family's Chicago immigrant story and the growth of their business from a single Lincoln Park location to over 120 restaurants nationwide. He discusses his commitment to supporting the Chicago Police Department and why he believes business leaders have a civic responsibility to prioritize community safety. chicago police podcast, lettuce entertain you, positive policing, cpd strong false full 3 1 9f7198f3-c8f0-4e82-9e93-dcd3403e3031 P.O. Akiba McKinney Wed, 3 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 P.O. Akiba McKinney https://rollcall.simplecast.com/episodes/po-akiba-mckinney-1GEkOoH4 P.O. Akiba McKinney P.O. Akiba McKinney 00:22:32 Content note: This episode contains discussion of violence and traumatic incidents. We talk about the often-overlooked trauma experienced by police officers, highlighting the importance of mental health and education in law enforcement. In this episode, Officer Akiba McKinney shares personal experiences and insights on navigating vicarious trauma, the need for community support, and the resources available for officers. Content note: This episode contains discussion of violence and traumatic incidents. We talk about the often-overlooked trauma experienced by police officers, highlighting the importance of mental health and education in law enforcement. In this episode, Officer Akiba McKinney shares personal experiences and insights on navigating vicarious trauma, the need for community support, and the resources available for officers. community policing, officer support, vicarious trauma, first responders, law enforcement education, police department resources true full 2 1 73141803-0d13-4975-bec8-290c490a92c0 Superintendent Larry Snelling Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Larry Snelling https://rollcall.simplecast.com/episodes/superintendent-larry-snelling-8CvqMfhL Superintendent Larry Snelling Larry Snelling 00:26:11 In this episode we speak with Larry Snelling, Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department, as he shares his journey from growing up in Englewood to leading one of the nation's largest police departments. Snelling also discusses the importance of Officer Wellness, strengthening community relationships, and the importance of his strategic plan. In this episode we speak with Larry Snelling, Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department, as he shares his journey from growing up in Englewood to leading one of the nation's largest police departments. Snelling also discusses the importance of Officer Wellness, strengthening community relationships, and the importance of his strategic plan. false full 1 1 665acfc7-3798-4524-98d6-2f7fbf268aa5 Roll Call Show Trailer Roll Call is a series that dives into what it’s like to work for law enforcement with never before inside access to the Chicago Police Department. Through transparent conversations, we hope to learn more about the ups and downs of policing, who the people are who chose this career path, and how we can continue to strengthen the relationships between law enforcement and residents.

SHOW CREDITS:

Executive Producer: Chief Jon P. Hein

Host & Producer: Mariam Sobh (written, edited, mixed)

Co-Host: Commander Joshua Wallace

Artwork: Kathryn Tutkus


LINKS
Follow the podcast via @CPDPatrol on X, Instagram and Facebook.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Executive Producer: Chief Jon P. Hein

Host & Producer: Mariam Sobh (written, edited, mixed)

Co-Host: Commander Joshua Wallace

Artwork: Kathryn Tutkus


LINKS
Follow the podcast via @CPDPatrol on X, Instagram and Facebook.

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