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Halton Police launch limited edition ‘True Blue’ podcast series

The special project is part of a broader initiative to expand communication with local residents on important police-related issues
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The Halton Regional Police Service has launched its first ever video podcast series.

Billed as a limited edition, six-episode video podcast, Halton Police: The True Blue will inform audiences about important topics impacting Halton Region, the police service said in a news release.

The podcast will also introduce some of the officers working in the community, and give a behind-the-scenes look at policing in 2023.  

“We are always exploring new and innovative ways to reach and engage with those we serve,” Chief Stephen Tanner said.

“This podcast series is part of our broader, long-term effort to ensure that members of our community and beyond can not only learn about the important work we do, but how they can help keep themselves and those close to them safer.”

Episode topics were selected based on questions the police are often asked and/or their impact on public safety and well-being, the police service said.

Each guest featured is a subject matter expert in their respective area.

The series’ topics are:

  • Women in Policing with Superintendent Sue Biggs
  • Frauds with Detective Constable Derek Gray
  • Hate Crime with Sergeant Ryan Smith
  • Traffic with Constable Marc Taraso
  • Cold Case (Paavo (Paul) Henttenon) with Detective Ryan Eacrett
  • 40 Years in Policing with Chief of Police Stephen Tanner.

The podcasts are hosted by Your TV’s Jason Agnew, a familiar face in Halton’s broadcast community.

The segments feature in-depth, unscripted conversations with officers on their topic.

In addition to offering unique perspectives on the subject at hand, many – such as frauds, hate crime, and traffic – provide valuable information and crime prevention/safety tips.

The podcasts can be either viewed or listened to at the audience’s leisure, wherever they are. Each episode will also be broadcast on Your TV stations in Halton.

Those wishing to download any or all of Halton Police: The True Blue can do so on Spotify, Google, Apple podcasts or wherever they find their favourite podcasts, as well as on HRPS’ Vimeo and YouTube channels.

Police will also share and re-share episodes through its social media platforms (Twitter and Instagram@HaltonPolice and Facebook), and via its external website, www.haltonpolice.ca/trueblue

Planning is already underway to produce future episodes in-house at a later date.

“It is our hope that audiences find our podcasts to be both informative and entertaining,” Chief Tanner said.

“As they are conversations, we encourage those tuning in to share them with their friends, family members, and those who may find them of interest, and to talk about them.”