Behind every badge and uniform is a human story. This podcast is designed to shift the spotlight away from tactical operations and toward the heart of the department, the series introduces the community to the men and women who protect Warren's neighborhoods every day.
Behind the Screens: The Specialized Jobs You Didn't Know Existed at WPD
Discover the hidden, high-tech intelligence unit operating right beneath the surface at the Warren Police Department. In this episode of The Commish's Corner, we sit down with our crime analyst, intelligence officer, and digital forensics corporal to see how data turns into action to keep our community safe.
18 Sept 2026
Always In Service – A Conversation with 90 Year Old Veteran Cop Jerry Burden
He traded his 1950s uniform for a CERT vest, but Jerry Burden’s dedication to the community has never missed a beat. On this episode of The Commish’s Corner, the 90-year-old veteran reminds us that while life moved at a simpler pace back then, the challenges of police work were just as raw.
28 Aug 2026
Faith, Force, & Family – A Conversation with Warren Police Department Chaplains
On this episode of The Commish’s Corner, Warren Police Department Chaplains Jay Jackson and Tracie Duncan break down how faith and crisis support anchor both our officers and our neighborhoods. Listen in to explore their impact and learn about our current push to expand the chaplain corps.
31 Jul 2026
Roads to Warren - From Around the World and Across the Country to WPD
Two officers, thousands of miles, and one shared mission. In our latest episode of The Commish’s Corner, we explore the remarkable journeys that brought two officers to the Warren Police Department. Tune in to go behind the badge!
17 Jul 2026
The Grit Behind the Gear - A Closer Look at the Informal Leaders of Warren PD
Beyond the badge, they’re coaches, mentors, and masters of the mat. Tune in as we peel back the layers to discover what truly drives these informal leaders of the Warren PD when the vest comes off.
3 Jul 2026
From the Neighborhood, For the Neighborhood - Three Officers, One Mission
Policing is about much more than flashing lights and emergency calls, it’s about the people standing behind the badge. Hear how these three officers are using their own life stories and local roots to build a safer, more connected Warren.
29 May 2026
The Warren Connections: Two Officers, Two Eras – One Shared Mission
From a veteran officer’s final days to a hometown officer’s first shifts, we explore how different eras of service unite to protect our community. Join us as we go behind the badge to discuss the evolving legacy of policing in Warren.
15 May 2026
Beyond the Badge – When Duty Meets Home
In this edition of Commish’s Corner, Commissioner Eric Hawkins goes across jurisdictional lines for a conversation on what happens when the duty to protect meets the place you call home.
We’re joined by Roseville Police Chief Mitch Berlin and Center Line Public Safety Director Paul Myszenski to explore the deep connections and local pride that define law enforcement in our area. While these leaders wear different patches, their roots are firmly planted right here in our community.
1 May 2026
Two Presidents, One Mission
Go behind the scenes with Warren PD union leadership. Join the conversation as we humanize the badge and discuss the real challenges our officers face today.
17 Apr 2026
Life Behind the Headset
Behind every siren is a voice that stayed calm when everything else wasn’t. This week, we’re diving into the headset.
3 Apr 2026
Warren PD Retirees - Life after the Badge
Step behind the microphone for a high-stakes conversation with Retired Lieutenant Darcy Leuzinger and Retired Officer Scott Taylor as they reveal the raw truth of life behind the retirement badge. From the streets of Warren to the impactful careers they’ve built since, this is the inside look at a lifetime of service that everyone needs to hear. Discover how the drive to lead and protect never truly ends, even long after the uniform is set aside.
20 Mar 2026
Drone First Responders
We often see the drones, but we rarely hear from the officers behind the flight paths making split-second decisions. Join us on The Commish’s Corner for an inside look at the precision and adrenaline of being a first responder from the air.
6 Mar 2026
The Unsolved Murder of Jennifer Wentz
Six years, countless leads, one goal: justice. Tune in as we re-examine the timeline, the evidence, and the case that never left the lead detective.
19 Feb 2026
Commish's Corner - Officers Nicholas Gushen and Weaam Miso
One from Iraq. One from Special Forces. Two completely different worlds, one shared mission. In our series premiere, we sit down with two officers from polar opposite backgrounds who now share the same shift on the streets of Warren. It's a compelling look at how these radically different life experiences come together to build a stronger department and an elite team.
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