Happy Podcast Friday! Deputy Chief Baeten recently hada conversation with Andy Ritter from the Schleswig-Holstein State Police in the northernmost part of Germany. The two became acquainted a few years ago and have maintained a friendship ever since. In this episode of the Wausau PDPodcast, they discuss some of the differences and similarities between law enforcement in Wausau, Wisconsin and Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein.

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After some time away, the Wausau PD Podcast is back! In this episode, Chief Barnes is joined by the Marathon County Department of Social Services director, Christa Jensen, to talk about the Family Keys program. Take a listen to find out how Family Keys is working to keep families together while preparing them for long-lasting success.

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Happy Podcast Friday! In this episode, Capt. Ben Graham leads a discussion with a few staff members about some of the darker ways technology is being used - specifically, for 'sextortion'. Listen as School Resource Officer Nick Stetzer, Victim Resource Officer Sarah Bedish, and Mental Health Therapist Kristen Seidler share their experience and perspectives on what this problem entails, how it affects our community, and steps we can take to mitigate its harmful impact.

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