Best Rick Ramirez Podcasts (2025)

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Season 2, Episode 6; The Roast of Chief Lamb, with Deputy Chief Jackie Stepp, Deputy Chief Sean Aardema, Captain Jonathan Brown, Captain Joe Silberman, and Lt Geoffrey Rollins 55:37

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Send us a text Welcome to a very special episode! The Roast of Chief Lamb; Stories, and a salute to 28 years of service. Chief Mike Lamb will be in the hot seat, and joined by some of his longtime co-workers: Deputy Chief Jackie Stepp, Deputy Chief Sean Aardema, Captain Jonathan Brown, Captain Joe Silberman, and Lieutenant Geoffrey Rollins. After a…

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Season 2, Episode 5; Detective Jacob Kielson, SPO Debbie LeCroy, Technology Specialist Albert Eastwood, and the History Minute with Hannah Silberman 47:36

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Send us a text In this episode, who is Albert Eastwood? His friends call him Bert. Technology Specialist by day, rock n' roll star by night! When he’s not on the 4th floor at APD headquarters, Bert is on stage as the lead singer of a band called Aces & Eights. Also, getting to know Jacob Kielson, the WNC native who was recently promoted to Detectiv…

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Season 2, Episode 4; Chief Mike Lamb, Sgt Scott Fry, Sgt Jesse Ramirez, SPO Dennis Pace, and The History Minute with Hannah Silberman 52:00

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Send us a text October 29th, 2013, is a day many of you in the APD remember. It’s the day we lost Senior Police Officer Rob Bingaman. In this episode, Chief Mike Lamb and Sgt Scott Fry look back at that tragic day and reflect in this deeply personal conversation. Also, getting to know Detective Jesse Ramirez, who will soon be Sergeant Ramirez of th…

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Season 2, Episode 3; Lt. Diana Loveland, Doug Oeser, SPO Carrie Lee, and the History Minute with Hannah Silberman 1:07:47

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Send us a text October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and in this episode, Lt. Diana Loveland from the Criminal Investigations Division, who works closely with the Family Justice Center. We’ll hear all about the great work they’re doing for survivors. Doug Oeser, the Director of Data Accountability and Crime Analysis, discusses the large rol…

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Season 2, Episode 2; Lifesaving Stories From Helene, also Lt. Brian Hogan, and the History Minute with Hannah Silberman 1:07:01

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Send us a text One year ago, our lives were turned upside down courtesy of Hurricane Helene, the aftereffects of which we’ll be feeling for years to come. But along with horrible tragedy came stories of bravery and heroism by Officers and Detectives of the APD. We’ll be hearing some of those firsthand stories in this episode, as I’m joined by Senio…

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Season 2, Episode 1; Chief Mike Lamb, Deputy Chief Sean Aardema, Deputy Chief Jackie Stepp, SPO Isaiah Senyak, and the History Minute with Hannah Silberman 43:41

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Send us a text Welcome to Season 2! The APD Pod Squad launched on August 24th, 2024, just over one year ago. In this episode, the first of Season 2, we look back at the past year with Chief of Police Mike Lamb, Deputy Chief Sean Aardema, and Deputy Chief Jackie Stepp. Hurricane Helene dominated the headlines, of course, but the past year was so muc…

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Episode 26; SPO Robert Crume, Det. Shawn Parker, Capt. Jonathan Brown, and the History Minute with Hannah Silberman 44:17

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Send us a text In this episode, Getting To Know Senior Police Officer Robert Crume, who recently saved a dog from drowning in a backyard pool. We'll learn what happened that day and the latest on the rescued dog. August is National Black Business Month, and Detective Shawn Parker will tell us how his love for cigars led to his new business venture,…

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Episode 25; Chief Mike Lamb, Sgt. Ricardo Martinez, SPO Preston Grondahl, Sgt. Lucas Lovelace, and The History Minute with Hannah Silberman 56:17

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Send us a text On this episode, getting to know Sgt. Ricardo Martinez of Recruitment and Career Development. His hard work is a big reason that staffing numbers are looking up. Also, Senior Police Officer Preston Grondahl, who happens to be left-handed. With International Left-Handers Day on August 13th, he seemed like an obvious choice to be a gue…

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Episode 24; SPO Madison Johnson, SPO Angelica LaFemina, SPO Justin Lewis, and The History Minute with Hannah Silberman 46:29

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Send us a text August 1st is National Girlfriend's Day, which celebrates the special bond of friendship between girls, whether sisters or mothers, classmates or co-workers. In this episode, coworkers Senior Police Officer Madison Johnson and Senior Police Officer Angelica LaFemina discuss their close friendship and what it means, both on the job an…

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Episode 23; Cadet Julian Lanier, Chief Mike Lamb, SPO Debbie LeCroy, and The History Minute with Hannah Silberman 54:12

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Send us a text July is National Culinary Arts Month. In this episode, Cadet Trainee Julian Lanier tells us about his parents, who were both chefs, how that rubbed off, and his favorite food to prepare. Lanier was a recent BLET graduate at AB Tech, along with 14 others who will soon be patrolling our streets. The next class will be even bigger and t…

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Episode 22; SPO Ryan Begley, SPO Ann Aiken, SPO Dennis Pace, and The History Minute with Hannah Silberman 58:36

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Send us a text On this episode…we wish a happy belated Father’s Day to Senior Police Officer, Ryan Begley, who became a Dad for the first time one day before Hurricane Helene arrived in Western North Carolina. We'll hear all about those first few crazy days as a new Dad and how his daughter is doing 9 months later. Senior Police Officer Ann Aiken i…

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Episode 21; Sgt. Craig Loveland, Sgt. Josh Veridal, CRO Carrie Lee, and the History Minute with Hannah Silberman 51:54

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Send us a text June is Student Safety Month, and in this episode, Sgt. Craig Loveland discusses the valuable and rewarding work of our Student Resource Officers and his unique side hustle, which includes a strict "no Macarena" policy. Flag Day is observed on June 14th, and Sgt. Josh Veridal shares what it means to be a part of the APD Honor Guard a…

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Episode 20; Sgt. Brandon Shope, Sgt. Lucas Lovelace, Officer Trainee Maria Bengel, Crystal Simpson, Joellen Rhyndress, and Hannah Silberman 1:09:59

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Send us a text May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The last 8 months have been particularly stressful for everyone in Western North Carolina, as we continue to cope with the fallout from Hurricane Helene. During the storm and the days and weeks that followed, many stepped up and went the extra mile to support officers and their mental wellness. W…

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Episode 19; Lt. Evan Coward, Lt. Geoffrey Rollins, Lt. Brian Hogan, Wellness Coordinator Matthew Eichman, and The History Minute with Hannah Silberman 1:05:04

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Send us a text National Police Week begins May 11th, and in this episode, Lt. Evan Coward and Lt. Geoffrey Rollins discuss participating in the Police Unity Tour, a 250-mile bicycle ride to honor the fallen that takes place every year. Also, "Getting to Know" Wellness Coordinator Matthew Eichman, as we celebrate Global Employee Health & Fitness Mo…

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Episode 18; Capt. Janice Hawkins, SPO Isiah Senyak, Ask The Chief with Chief Mike Lamb, and The History Minute with Hannah Silberman 37:03

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Send us a text In this episode, "Getting to Know" Captain Janice Hawkins from the Finance and Support Division. Also, Officer Isiah Senyak with the latest from the Community Engagement Division. The "History Minute with Hannah Silberman” features a line-of-duty death from 1972. And, Chief Mike Lamb answers your questions in another edition of "Ask…

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Episode 17; Retired Officer Keith McCulloch, Sgt Scott Fry, Capt. Jonathan Brown, and The History Minute with Hannah Silberman 46:41

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Send us a text In this episode, we celebrate April as Scottish-American Heritage Month with Retired Officer Keith McCulloch, who has been with the APD for 37 years. April is also Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and we'll explore that with Sergeant Scott Fry. Also, Captain Jonathan Brown with the latest from the Community Engagement Division. A…

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Episode 16; 6 Months Later - Looking Back at Hurricane Helene 1:00:48

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Send us a text September 27, 2024, is a day never to be forgotten in Western North Carolina. The devastation wrought by what's been described as a geological event changed the landscape and the people that call the mountains their home. On the 6-month anniversary of Hurricane Helene, it's a Special Edition of the APD Pod Squad, with Asheville Polic…

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Episode 15; Deputy Chief Jackie Stepp, retired Lieutenant Rae Ferguson, Officer Justin Lewis, and The History Minute with Hannah Silberman 51:01

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Send us a text In this episode, as we continue to celebrate Women's History Month, we’ll feature the first female Deputy Chief at the Asheville Police Department, Jackie Stepp. Hannah Silberman tells the story of the first sworn female officer at the APD in the “History Minute”. Retired Lieutenant Rae Ferguson looks back at the multiple firsts she…

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Episode 14; SPO Mackenzie Galyean, Chief Mike Lamb, SPO Debbie LeCroy & Officer Kora, and The History Minute with Hannah Silberman 56:08

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Send us a text In this episode, as we celebrate March as Women's History Month, in the Getting To Know segment, learn what unique distinction SPO Mackenzie Galyean has earned. Officer Debbie LeCroy and Officer Kora both have something to say about the latest in the Community Engagement Division. In the "History Minute with Hannah Silberman", we lo…

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Episode 13; Detective Sonia Escobedo, Retired Lieutenant Jon Kirkpatrick, Officer Dennis Pace, and The History Minute with Hannah Silberman 55:01

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Send us a text In this episode, as we continue celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Asheville Police Department, "Getting To Know" the longest-tenured employee of the APD, Detective Sonia Escobedo. Hannah Silberman is back with another "History Minute". Retired APD Lieutenant Jon Kirkpatrick discusses before/during/after the 1986 Michael John S…

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Episode 12; Introducing The History Minute with Hannah Silberman, Getting to know Officer Emily Pontiakos and CRO Carrie Lee, plus Capt. Brandon Moore 45:43

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Send us a text In this episode, as we continue to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the Asheville Police Department, we introduce "The History Minute with Hannah Silberman". We'll get to know one of our newest officers, Emily Pontiakos. Captain Brandon Moore shares groundbreaking news about the APD Drone Program. And CRO Carrie Lee joins us to s…

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Episode 11; Celebrating APD's 150th Anniversary, with Senior Police Officer Tracy Edmonds, Accreditation Mgr Hannah Silberman, Capt Joe Silberman, and Chief Mike Lamb 1:03:57

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Send us a text The Asheville Police Department was officially established in 1875, making 2025 our 150th Anniversary. In this episode, with a nod to history, we get to know the longest-tenured Senior Police Officer, Tracy Edmonds. Accreditation Manager Hannah Silberman joins us to talk about a book she's writing about the history of the APD. Captai…

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Episode 10; Lt. James Boyce, Sgt. Hunter Welborn, and Sgt. Lucas Lovelace 44:30

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Send us a text In Episode 10, Lt. James Boyce of Recruitment and Development, shares good news about the incoming class of recruits, our largest in over 5 years. The Holiday Booze It And Lose It campaign is underway. Led by the NC Governor's Highway Safety Program, Sgt. Hunter Welborn discusses how the APD has embraced and supported it. And, with t…

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Episode 9; SPO Christopher Strumolo, Sgt. Jonathan Collins, & Chief Mike Lamb 39:04

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Send us a text In this episode, we find out what's happening in the Community Engagement Division from Senior Police Officer Christopher Strumolo, "Getting To Know" Sgt. Jonathan Collins, and the latest edition of "Ask The Chief" with Chief Mike Lamb.By Rick Rice

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Helene Recovery, November 4 27:18

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Send us a text In this special edition of the APD Pod Squad, Capt. Brandon Moore joins us for a conversation about the vital role of drones during search and recovery in the days and weeks following Helene. We need to thank the companies that stepped up and offered assistance in providing vital information and saving lives; Airworx, Skydio, Paladin…

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Helene Recovery, October 31 43:42

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Send us a text In this special episode of the APD Pod Squad, we sit down with the Mayor of Asheville, Esther Manheimer. It's been a month of trials and triumphs, challenges and champions, following the devastating storms of Helene that changed our lives and Asheville forever. Mayor Esther Manheimer has seen all of it up close, and from a distance, …

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Helene Recovery, October 21 25:11

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Send us a text Special Edition Episode 3; 𝐀𝐏𝐃 𝐏𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐝-𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟, 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲, 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 includes the latest on garbage and debris collection, water and power restoration, plus a conversation with Chief of Police Mike Lamb. His thoughts on the historic flooding, rescue efforts, the heroic actions of his officers, and more.…

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Helene Recovery, October 10 12:01

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Send us a text The latest episode of 𝐀𝐏𝐃 𝐏𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐝-𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟, 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲, 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 is now available. The latest on garbage collection, water restoration, and more. Plus, a conversation with Capt. Joe Silberman of the APD Criminal Investigations Division. Our Detectives have been solving homicides, locating missing persons, a…

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Helene Recovery, October 8 20:27

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Send us a text The first of many focusing on the effects of Tropical Storm Helene. Information and conversations with key members of leadership from the Asheville Police Department, Fire Department, and City of Asheville. In this episode, I'm joined by Asheville Police Deputy Chief Sean Aardema, and we discuss the storm's arrival and the actions ta…

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Episode 3; SPO LaKeisha Hawes, Sgt Brian Hogan, and Det. Sam DeGrave 50:27

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Send us a text Getting to Know SPO LaKeisha Hawes, and discovering her unique collection. Sgt. Brian Hogan with what's happening in Community Engagement, including National Coffee With a Cop Day. And Detective Sam DeGrave returns for Part 2 of the manhunt for Michael John Shornock.By Rick Rice

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Episode 2; SPO Isiah Senyak, Chief Mike Lamb, Deputy Chiefs Jackie Stepp and Sean Aardema, and Det. Sam DeGrave 53:27

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Send us a text Getting to Know Senior Police Officer Isiah Senyak, and the circuitous way the native of Berkley, CA, became a member of the APD. Chief Mike Lamb answers your questions in another edition of Ask The Chief. We'll meet the DC's, Deputy Chief Jackie Stepp and Deputy Chief Sean Aardema, and learn about the RTIC. And Part 1 of The Manhunt…

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Episode 1; Chief Mike Lamb, Lt Josh Meindl, Capt Jonathan Brown, and Capt Brandon Moore 37:48

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Send us a text Welcome to the APD Pod Squad! We'll talk with Chief Mike Lamb about his career, growing up in Asheville, and the "Ask The Chief" feature. Also, Lt Josh Meindl previews cold cases, Capt Jonathan Brown shares the latest from Community Engagement, and Capt Brandon Moore shares some unique facts about Asheville Police Officers.…