Roll Call: CHPD Podcast

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Episode 23, Roll Call, Recapping 2025 and Looking Ahead to 2026 Jan 16, 2026

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In their first podcast of 2026, the Roll Call podcast team recaps 2025, introduces the Police Department's newest staff members, and outlines its goals for 2026. From mentoring high school students to preventing crime, the Columbia Heights Police Department is focused on building and maintaining relationships year-round, not just in times of crisis.

Roll Call, Episode 22, Resiliency Training with Otto Kroeger Associates (OKA) Feb 24, 2025

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The Roll Call podcast team is joined by Hassan Kamel and Ryan Munsey of Otto Kroeger Associates (OKA), who are in town to facilitate an emotional resilience course for the Columbia Heights Public Safety staff.

In this episode, Hassan and Ryan explain how their three-day course can better prepare Columbia Heights first responders for the emotional challenges of front-line situations.

Roll Call, Episode 21, Domestic Violence Awareness Month with the Alexandra House Oct 15, 2024

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Heidi Kopischke, Shelter and Supportive Services Supervisor with the Alexandra House joins Will Rottler, Communications and Engagement Coordinator, and Tabitha Wood, COP Coordinator/Youth Outreach Officer.

In this episode, Heidi shares with the Roll Call team the mission of the Alexandra House and how the Columbia Heights community can support its efforts.

Roll Call, Episode 20, New Staff Titles and Engaging with the Community Sep 26, 2024

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Police Chief Matt Markham, Sergeant Mohammad Farah, and COP Coordinator/Youth Outreach Officer Tabitha Wood joined Communications and Engagement Coordinator Will Rottler to recap the summer and discuss their new roles with the Columbia Heights Police Department.

Roll Call, Episode 19, Looking Back with Karen Olson Jun 25, 2024

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Office Supervisor Karen Olson joins the podcast to reflect on her 35+ years with the City of Columbia Heights. Karen has worked with the Columbia Heights Police Department since 1985 in several capacities, including as office supervisor since 2010. From scheduling swearing-in ceremonies to overseeing office staff, Karen has been the department's heartbeat for numerous years.

Roll Call, Episode 18, Honoring Fallen First Responders with LEMA May 13, 2024

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Co-host Will Rottler, along with Columbia Heights Police Sergeant Jason Piehn and Mayor Amáda Márquez Simula, have a discussion with Brian Hubbard, President of the Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association.

Roll Call, Episode 17, Being a Mentor with Willie Braziel Feb 29, 2024

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Columbia Heights Boys Basketball Head Coach Willie Braziel joins this episode of Roll Call to discuss basketball, growing up in North Minneapolis, the importance of being a mentor and partnering with the Columbia Heights Police Department.

Roll Call, Episode 16, Big Brothers Big Sisters with Pat Sukhum Nov 06, 2023

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Pat Sukhum, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities, joins the Roll Call podcast team to chat about the success of Big Brothers Big Sisters in Columbia Heights and how people can get involved with the program.

Roll Call, Episode 15, Pathways to Policing with Joe Poublanc Sep 15, 2023

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Will Rottler takes over as co-host for Roll Call and is joined by a new member of the Columbia Heights Police Department, Joe Poublanc, who will be entering the Pathways to Policing program.

Along with Will and Joe, Captain Matt Markham, Investigator Tabitha Wood, and Officer Shelby Tombers talk about being authorized for 30 officers, working in Columbia Heights, and being part of the community.

Roll Call, Episode 14, Debrief With Chief Lenny Austin May 13, 2023

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In his last episode as co-host, Communications Coordinator Ben Sandell speaks with Police Chief Lenny Austin on community policing, training and recruitment, and the past and future of Roll Call.

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