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The Madison Police Department is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the leaders in community-based policing where officers are all recognized as leaders and encouraged to be problem-solving guardians. In these podcasts the chief talks about policing the Madison way while addressing topical issues.

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    • Government
    • 4.7 • 12 Ratings

The Madison Police Department is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the leaders in community-based policing where officers are all recognized as leaders and encouraged to be problem-solving guardians. In these podcasts the chief talks about policing the Madison way while addressing topical issues.

    Ball with us: MPD participates in Late Night Basketball Program

    Ball with us: MPD participates in Late Night Basketball Program

    Community Engagement Specialist Alex Rickets discusses the importance of engaging youth in our community and highlights the MPD's involvement in the Late Night Basketball program through the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County.

    • 15 min
    MPD Throws back to hear from former Chiefs

    MPD Throws back to hear from former Chiefs

    Chief Barnes sits down with former MPD Leaders, Chief David Cooper (1972-1993) and Chief Noble Wray (2004-2014), to discuss their experiences leading the Madison Police Department in years past. They reminisce on how MPD has changed to reflect the Madison community and their ever-evolving response to new community needs.

    • 33 min
    Compassion and Coordination: MPD’s approach to helping those with mental illness

    Compassion and Coordination: MPD’s approach to helping those with mental illness

    May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In this episode, learn how our officers help those living with mental health concerns. We talk about everything from our training to the CARES program to ways your family can safely communicate during a stressful situation.

    • 32 min
    MPD Bridging the Gap: Where I'm from, Chief Shon Barnes (Part 2)

    MPD Bridging the Gap: Where I'm from, Chief Shon Barnes (Part 2)

    In our inaugural Episode, entitled "Where I'm From" Henry Sanders, from Madison 365 will assume hosting duties. This episode explores a few moments in the life and career of Chief Barnes which greatly influenced his professional leadership style and philosophy around policing, as well as, MPD's vision for public safety here in Madison.

    • 30 min
    MPD Bridging the Gap: Where I'm from, Chief Shon Barnes (Part 1)

    MPD Bridging the Gap: Where I'm from, Chief Shon Barnes (Part 1)

    In our inaugural Episode, entitled "Where I'm From" Henry Sanders, from Madison 365 will assume hosting duties. This episode explores a few moments in the life and career of Chief Barnes which greatly influenced his professional leadership style and philosophy around policing, as well as, MPD's vision for public safety here in Madison.

    • 21 min
    Chief's Corner - Episode 1 - Chief Barnes Update

    Chief's Corner - Episode 1 - Chief Barnes Update

    In this previously recorded first episode of Chief's Corner, Chief Barnes sits down with Public Information Officer Tyler Grigg to share recent updates on his focus for community engagement, crime prevention and officer wellness. Did you know nearly 85% of MPD is now vaccinated? Chief Barnes says that the community groups he's met with are excited to "get to know our officers again" after a year without any face-to-face interaction. And as a North Carolina native, he also reveals who he rooted for in the Badger's first round NCAA March Madness matchup against the North Carolina Tar Heels.

    "Crime prevention is everyone's responsibility and we can make our community better, but only together." - Chief Shon Barnes

    • 6 min

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