Called to Serve, The Podcast

Not every police officer grew up dreaming of becoming one. As Indigenous History Month comes to a close, we’re sharing Sgt. Julian Klyne’s story of identity, purpose and service. In this episode of #CalledToServeThePodcast, Sgt. Klyne reflects on growing up in Treaty 1 territory in Manitoba, his complicated relationship with police as a youth and the unexpected path that led him to a career in law...

From policing together in the United Kingdom to laying down roots in Calgary, Sgt. Jason Zerk and Const. Sally Zerk spill the tea on what it really takes to balance the job and a life together. In this episode of #CalledToServeThePodcast, the Zerks reflect on taking their careers overseas, raising a family while working shift work and adjusting to a different way of policing. Why Calgary? What mad...

After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), Sgt. Greg Linkert had to confront the uncertainty of what that meant for his future in policing. Driven by incredible resilience, he shifted his mindset and found new ways he could continue to serve through teaching, crisis negotiation and supporting homicide investigations. In this episode of #CalledToServeThePodcast, Sgt. Linkert reflects on hi...

A cybercriminal doesn’t need to break into your home to take everything you own. In Episode 3 of #CalledToServeThePodcast, seasoned cybercrime investigators Staff Sgt. Ryan Nolan and Const. Maja Vidak pull back the curtain on high‑tech policing, how digital crimes unfold and the devastating financial and emotional toll they take on victims. From cryptocurrency scams to dark web investigations, the...

Eight years ago today, a fellow officer was shot in the line of duty — a defining moment that changed the trajectory of Sgt. Mike Huskins’ career and how officers are supported behind the scenes. In this episode of #CalledToServeThePodcast, Sgt. Huskins reflects on how that incident ultimately led to the creation of the CPS Reintegration Program, which supports police officers through recovery and...

🚁 Season 3 of #CalledToServeThePodcast lifts off with an unforgettable story. A fatal shooting. Three suspects running in different directions. A split‑second decision from the air. In Episode 1, Sgt. Kyle Palyga takes listeners inside one of the most memorable calls of his career as a Tactical Flight Officer with our Air Support Team. He also reflects on his early days on patrol, the unpredictab...

Season 3 of #CalledToServeThePodcast is coming soon! Before we hit play on a new season, hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley and Const. Brennan Martin answered a few rapid‑fire questions looking back at Seasons 1 and 2 and reflecting on the moments that stayed with them long after recording wrapped. Season 3 brings new voices, new insight and new stories from the people behind the badge. Episode 1 arrives Fri...

🎙️ Season 2 Finale 🎙️ What does it take to serve your country and your city? In our #CalledToServeThePodcast season finale, Staff Sgt. Matt Gow takes us inside a life of service, reflecting on the realities of combat in Afghanistan, the transition to policing and lessons learned navigating the complexities of organized crime in Calgary. This episode is about courage, leadership and the cost and re...

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 5 – Part 2 🎙️ From the frontlines to a fight for his life, Part 2 of Sgt. Rich Wall’s story is a testament to resilience. In Part 1, he took us on a story-telling journey from policing the streets of London to carving out a new chapter in Calgary. Now, he takes us deeper into the world of search management, where every decision matters and closure is everything. Then, he opens...

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 5 - Part 1 🎙️ This two-part episode of #CalledtoServeThePodcast takes you from the streets of London to the heart of Calgary! In Part 1, Sgt. Rich Wall shares his journey from turning wrenches as a mechanic to policing in London during riots, counterterrorism operations and the aftermath of the 7/7 bombings. After a decade in one of the world’s busiest cities, Sgt. Wall made t...

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 4 - Part 2 🎙️ In Part 1, Staff Sgt. Scott Neilson shared his journey from journalism to policing, and the raw, unfiltered realities of the frontline that nothing can truly prepare you for. Now, in Part 2, he reflects on how the weight of the job has shaped him — not just as a police officer, but as a person. From the tragic loss of a young girl in the community, the simple con...

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 4 - Part 1🎙️ We’re back! After a summer hiatus, #CalledtoServeThePodcast returns with a two-part episode you won’t want to miss. In Part 1, 26-year member Staff Sgt. Scott Neilson shares how he went from chasing headlines in his early days as a journalist to chasing calls for service. From his first eye-opening encounter with the realities of policing that recruit class couldn...

🎙️ Season 2, Episode 3🎙️ Tune in to the latest episode of #CalledtoServeThePodcast as Const. Jon Odland reflects on more than two decades in policing. From patrolling the iconic Red Mile during the Calgary Flames' 2004 Stanley Cup run, to receiving a Chief’s Award for saving a life, to responding to a plane crash as a Tactical Flight Officer, his journey has been anything but ordinary! In this can...

🎙️ Season 2, Episode ✌️🎙️ In this episode of #CalledToServeThePodcast, the unstoppable duo of Const. Jenn Oliver and Police Service Dog (PSD) Checco sit with hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley and Const. Brennan Martin and tell a story of resilience, grit and the unbreakable bond between handler and canine. Const. Oliver overcame every obstacle to earn her place on the CPS Canine Team, alongside her four-leg...

🎙️ Season 2 has arrived! 🎙️ #CalledToServeThePodcast is back — and we’re kicking things off with a powerhouse guest! In our first episode of the season, Const. Chelsea Karpenko joins hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley and Const. Brennan Martin to talk about her incredible journey of making her mark in elite-level hockey, graduating from Cornell University and finding her calling in policing. Tune in to hear...

🚨 Season 2 of #CalledToServeThePodcast is coming in hot! This season's guests include a military veteran, an officer with 25 years of experience on patrol, Police Service Dog (PSD) Checco and his partner, and more! From heartwarming moments to the toughest challenges, our officers open up to hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley and Const. Brennan Martin about their experiences and the impact of their work on...

In honour of Psychology Month, we’re sharing a deeply personal special episode of #CalledtoServeThePodcast. This time, our very own host, Const. Brennan Martin, takes the guest seat for a heart-to-heart with Sgt. Angie Tetley about his journey navigating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Const. Martin shares the exact moment he knew he had reached his breaking point, the physical symptoms he...

In our season finale of #CalledToServeThePodcast, Const. Javidan Safari joins hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley & Const. Brennan Martin to share how his journey to a life of service was shaped by his upbringing in Iran, Japan & Canada. Const. Safari’s story of spending his formative years in 3 different countries, his time with the Canadian Armed Forces in the wake of 9/11 & how he ultimately be...

In episode 7 of #CalledToServeThePodcast, new CPS officers Const. Mackenzie Carr and Const. Ranvir Singh join hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley and Const. Brennan Martin to recount their experiences through the application process to their first few months on patrol. The constables met as Run with a Recruiter (RWAR) participants and ended up in the same recruit class, where they navigated the challenges and...

In episode 6 of #CalledToServeThePodcast, Staff Sgt. Travis Juska, a.k.a. #CaptainCanada, joins hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley and Const. Brennan Martin to talk about how his career has allowed him to make an impact both on and off the streets. Will you discover the secret to how he balances family, a demanding job, countless hours of volunteerism and crushing fitness goals? No, that will forever remain...

In episode 5 of #CalledToServeThePodcast, Sgt. Gene Newcome joins hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley and Const. Brennan Martin to share a glimpse into his remarkable life of service to the community for more than four decades. Through countless emergencies and life-saving moments, Sgt. Newcombe has gained a profound perspective on the fragility of life. His experiences have taught him to embrace every moment...

In episode 4 of #CalledToServeThePodcast, Const. Dayle Binet joins hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley and Const. Brennan Martin and shares her deeply personal journey from apartheid South Africa to becoming a police officer in Calgary at the age of 39. Const. Binet’s story is nothing short of inspiring and goes to show it’s never too late to pursue your dreams!

In episode 3 of #CalledToServeThePodcast, Det. Dean Jacobs opens up to hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley and Const. Brennan Martin about his perseverance to get where he is today and what it's like working in the Southern Alberta Internet Child Exploitation (SAICE) Unit. With a career spanning more than a quarter of a century, Det. Jacobs wealth of knowledge and experience in law enforcement could fill an e...

In episode 2 of #CalledToServeThePodcast, hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley and Const. Brennan Martin chat with retired Calgary Police Service (CPS) member Det. Dave Sweet and gain some valuable life lessons and insight into the emotional and psychological impact of his career. Of his 25 years in policing, retired Det. Sweet spent 14.5 of them in the CPS Homicide Unit, which is believed to be the longest te...

In episode 1 of #CalledToServeThePodcast, hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley and Const. Brennan Martin sit down with 10-year Calgary Police Service member Const. Raeann Watson. Throughout the 30-minute episode, Const. Watson shares her story of moving from small town British Columbia to Calgary to join the Service, her late father's influence on her decision to become a police officer, and how two standard c...