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Called to Serve, The Podcast

Calgary Police Service
Calgary Police Service
Calgary
London
Calgary, Canada
Helicopter Hawcs
Reintegration Program
Vancouver
Community
Counter-Terrorism
Public Order
Public Safety Unit
Lymphoma
Military
Organized Crime
Season 3
Air Support Unit
Police
Indigenous Relations
Calgary Police Association
Violent Crime Suppression Team

Our officers all have unique and deeply personal stories of why they were called to serve and their experiences along the way. #CalledToServeThePodcast chronicles real calls and investigations and their impact on the community and our members. Officers from areas across the Calgary Police Service join hosts Sgt. Angie Tetley and Const. Brennan Martin to share what led them to policing and behind-t... more

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Latest Episodes

At 39 years old, as a single mother raising an autistic daughter, Const. Krystal Peluso decided to stop waiting for the perfect moment and took a chance on something she had wanted for years: becoming a police officer.

That decision would change the... more

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From undercover drug buys as 'Fat Bobby' to leading the Calgary Police Association (CPA), Sgt. John Orr has seen policing from nearly every angle.

In this episode of #CalledToServeThePodcast, CPA President Sgt. Orr looks back on a defining moment fr... more

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Not every police officer grew up dreaming of becoming one.

As Indigenous History Month comes to a close, weโ€™re sharing Sgt. Julian Klyneโ€™s story of identity, purpose and service.

In this episode of #CalledToServeThePodcast, Sgt. Klyne reflects on g... more

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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... more

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Recent Guests

Krystal Peluso
Constable in the Calgary Police Service, patrol division
Calgary Police Service
Episode: ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 8 - Const. Krystal Peluso
John Orr
CPA President (Calgary Police Association)
Calgary Police Association
Episode: ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 7 - Sgt. John Orr
Julian Klyne
Sergeant, Indigenous Relations Team
Calgary Police Service
Episode: ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 6 - Sgt. Julian Klyne
Sally Zerk
Constable, CPS; previously with Gwent Police (UK)
Calgary Police Service
Episode: ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 5 - Sgt. Jason Zerk and Const. Sally Zerk
Jason Zerk
Sergeant, CPS; previously with Gwent Police (UK)
Calgary Police Service
Episode: ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 5 - Sgt. Jason Zerk and Const. Sally Zerk
Gregory Linkert
Sergeant, Crisis Negotiator
Calgary Police Service
Episode: ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 4 - Sgt. Greg Linkert
Ryan Nolan
Staff Sergeant, Cyber Crime Team, Calgary Police Service
Calgary Police Service
Episode: ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 3 - Staff Sgt. Ryan Nolan and Const. Maja Vidak
Maja Vidak
Constable, Cyber Crime Team, Calgary Police Service
Calgary Police Service
Episode: ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 3 - Staff Sgt. Ryan Nolan and Const. Maja Vidak
Mike Huskins
Sergeant, Calgary Police Service
Calgary Police Service
Episode: ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 2 - Sgt. Mike Huskins

Hosts

Angie Tetley
Host focused on policing stories, experiences in Calgary, and leadership insights.
Brennan Martin
Co-host assisting with interview flow and sharing policing perspectives from Calgary.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Very well done.

    Absolutely fabulous! Shows Policing from the other side. Just received notification that my hold on Detective Dave Sweetโ€™s book is ready to pick up. I am looking so forward to reading this book! Keep up the amazing work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Road Warrior 1194
    Canada2 years ago
  • Fantastic

    So nice to hear the human side of the people who protect us 24/7

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SW-CALGARY-GUY
    Canada2 years ago

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Guests are described as relatable and deeply knowledgeable about frontline policing and wellness.
Feedback highlights the human side of policing and the candid, personal storytelling from officers.
Listeners appreciate the practical, behind-the-scenes insights into investigations and unit operations.

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#19
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Apple Podcasts
#186
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Apple Podcasts
#129
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๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 7 - Sgt. John Orr
Q: What motivates you in your current role with the CPA, and how do you balance union leadership with being an active officer?
The CPA role is about fair processes and supporting members through discipline while staying connected to frontline policing; the service is accommodating, which helps balance duties.
๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 7 - Sgt. John Orr
Q: Can you describe the most challenging transition in your career and how you handled it?
Moving into supervision was tough, managing six people and their unique circumstances, but it taught me to balance leadership with hands-on investigative responsibilities.
๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 5 - Sgt. Jason Zerk and Const. Sally Zerk
Q: How do you manage maintaining a healthy marriage while both being police officers with opposite shifts?
We deliberately scheduled time during long changeovers, prioritized shared activities, and maintained open communication and support for each other and our family, which helped sustain a strong partnership.
๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Called to Serve, The Podcast - Season 3, Episode 5 - Sgt. Jason Zerk and Const. Sally Zerk
Q: What motivated you to move from the UK to Calgary to continue policing together as a couple?
We wanted a place that offered opportunities for our son, a better overall lifestyle, and a policing environment with supportive leadership and work-life balance, which Calgary provided compared to the UK.

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Recent guests on Called to Serve, The Podcast include:

1. Krystal Peluso
2. John Orr
3. Julian Klyne
4. Sally Zerk
5. Jason Zerk
6. Gregory Linkert
7. Ryan Nolan
8. Maja Vidak

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