Chat with the Chief

About Chat with the Chief

Chat with the Chief is a podcast hosted by Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche. Each episode features conversations with Sarasota Police Department members and community leaders, offering a closer look at the initiatives shaping life in our city. The podcast was created to open the lines of communication with our community, discussing topics you may not always see but that impact all of us, from traffic safety and investigations to homeless outreach and beyond. There’s a lot happening behind the scenes to keep the City of Sarasota safe and connected. This is our chance to share those stories and to chat about what matters most to you.

Publisher

Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche

Category

education · government · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

29 Mar 2023

Latest episode

24 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

22 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   24 Jun 2026

   Chat with the Chief: Smooth Sailing into Summer Safety with Marine Patrol

   Send us Fan Mail Ready to hit the water this summer? Join Chief Troche and the Marine Patrol Unit for an important conversation about boating safety, waterway awareness and the simple steps that can make all the difference in an emergency. On this episode of Chat with the Chief: Smooth Sailing into Summer Safety with Marine Patrol, you'll learn how to keep you and your family safe all season long. Chat with the Chief is the official podcast of the Sarasota Police Department, where Chief...

2. 

   18 May 2026

   Chat with the Chief Podcast: Inside the Sarasota Police Department's Real-Time Operations Center

   Send us Fan Mail The Sarasota Police Department Real-Time Operations Center (ROC) is a centralized hub that enhances public safety by bringing together live technology and real-time intelligence. It integrates tools such as traffic cameras, license plate readers, computer-aided dispatch data and other digital systems to give officers a comprehensive, real-time view of activity across the City of Sarasota. This improved situational awareness allows analysts and officers to quickly track deve...

3. 

   30 Jan 2026

   Chat with the Chief Podcast: Intimate Conversation with Commissioner Bill Bratton

   Send us a text On this episode of Chat with the Chief, we're humbled to welcome Commissioner Bill Bratton to our podcast. Former leader of NYPD, Boston PD and LAPD. He’s a dedicated leader who cares deeply about public safety, our community and law enforcement. We appreciate his partnership and his willingness to join us for this important conversation. Chat with the Chief is the official podcast of the Sarasota Police Department, where Chief Troche speaks with department leaders and communit...

Who has been a guest on Chat with the Chief

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Jamie Auhl
• Brandon Jeffries
• Mike Furgason

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Spotify

4.5 / 5

2 ratings

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Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.