The PIO Podcast
The PIO Podcast is a platform for Public Information Officers (PIO's) and Public Affairs Officers (PAO's) in public sector organizations, including Police, Fire, EMS, FEMA, state, local, and federal government organizations. The podcast aims to facilitate learning, growth, and discussion of issues that PIO's/PAO's may encounter within their profession. If you would like to support the podcast and connect with other PIO's/PAO's, please email us at thepiopodcast@gmail.com.
Podcasting since 2020 • 222 episodes
The PIO Podcast
Latest Episodes
S5 - E45: Brandon Karr - DroneSense by Versaterm - Versaterm
Summary: In this episode of the PIO Podcast, Robert interviews Brandon Karr, Director of Customer Success at DroneSense by Versaterm, discussing the transformative role of drones in public safety. Brandon shares insights from his experie...
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Season 5
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Episode 45
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40:03
S5 - E44: Chief of Police Kevin Warych - Sun Prairie Police Department, WI
Summary: In this episode of the PIO Podcast, Chief Kevin Warych of the Sun Prairie Police Department discusses his transition from Green Bay to Sun Prairie, emphasizing the importance of community policing and building relationships. He ...
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Season 5
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Episode 44
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34:12
S5 - E43: Susan Simons - Under the Shield
Episode Summary: In this episode, Susan Simons, president and founder of Under the Shield, discusses her journey in law enforcement and the evolution of her organization, which focuses on mental health support for first responders. She i...
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Season 5
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Episode 43
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50:20
S5 - E42: Jeffrey Wenninger - Law Enforcement Consultants
Summary: In this episode, Jeff Wenninger, a retired LAPD officer and CEO of Law Enforcement Consultants, shares his unique journey into policing, influenced by personal experiences and a desire to improve law enforcement practices. He di...
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Season 5
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Episode 42
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49:31
S5 - E41: Erin Stillwagon - PIO - Garden City Fire Department, KS
Summary: In this episode of the PIO Podcast, Robert Tornabene interviews Erin Stillwagon, the Public Information Officer for the Garden City Fire Department. Erin shares her unexpected journey into the role of PIO, emphasizing the import...
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Season 5
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Episode 41
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38:16