Talking Beat - a Conversation with Chief Bob Day
Talking Beat - from the Portland Police Bureau
English - April 19, 2024 15:37 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MB - ★★★★ - 39 ratingsGovernment portland police oregon law enforcement lesm Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
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Chief Bob Day discusses his reasons for coming out of retirement to lead the Portland Police Bureau. He talks about his hope for the organization and the community, and his sense of responsibility to make a difference. He also reflects on his personal experiences, including the loss of his son to cancer, and how it has shaped his outlook on life. Chief Day emphasizes the importance of community relationships, reducing crime and the fear of crime, and organizational growth and development. He encourages curiosity, patience, and open-mindedness in order to create positive change.