Cape police are giving residents and the community a bit more insight into how they operate and who they are.

The Cape Coral Police Department recently dropped the first two episodes of a brand-new podcast series dubbed “Cape CopCast” on YouTube and other major platforms.

“The Cape Coral Police Department is always looking for ways to further engage with our community and keep people informed on what’s happening within our department and our city,” said CCPD Public Affairs Officer Lisa Greenberg. “We thought a podcast would be the perfect way to do that. While social media provides us a platform to educate and answer questions, the Cape CopCast will allow for more long-form conversations without character limits and time constraints. Through this podcast, we hope to deepen our relationships with the people of Cape Coral.”

Greenberg, alongside fellow Public Affairs Officer Mercedes Simonds, and episodes will feature guest interviews with key figures within the department.

“We want the community to get to know the many hardworking faces of our department, from officers on the streets to the Captains of each Bureau,” Greenberg said.

The first episode of the Cape CopCast features Chief Anthony Sizemore, who guides listeners through the myths and realities of keeping roads safe. Greenberg said they discuss the many layers of traffic enforcement in the Cape, from grant-funded operations to daily patrol.

“Our conversation not only underscores the significance of law enforcement’s vigilance but also the critical need for community involvement and driver education,” she said. “We also go over some of the Facebook comments we receive and answer questions with the Chief.”

The second episode features a chat with Captain Brand Chenault, who leads the department’s Patrol Bureau. Captain Chenault is CCPD’s longest-tenured officer, and he talks about transitioning from the military to rising the ranks of our department.

“He also pulls back the curtain on his unique approach that marries traditional policing with modern training and strategies,” Greenberg said. “Finally, we discuss a day in the life of a Patrol Officer to help our community learn more about what our officers face on a daily basis.”

CCPD hopes to release episodes twice each month, on the first and third Monday of each month. Greenberg said the podcast will dive into the heart of the department’s public safety and community initiatives, as well as its inner-workings. Each of the first two episodes are less than 50 minutes.

“Episodes will also cover crime trends our department is seeing and recent cases,” she added. “Each episode brings you insightful discussions, interviews with key figures, and expert safety advice. We also take people’s questions.”

Those interested can watch the podcast on YouTube on the Cape Coral Police Department channel, or find it on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio and more.