
The PIO Podcast
The PIO Podcast is a platform for Public Information Officers (PIO's) and Public Affairs Officers (PAO's) in public sector organizations, including Police, Fire, EMS, FEMA, state, local, and federal government organizations. The podcast aims to facilitate learning, growth, and discussion of issues that PIO's/PAO's may encounter within their profession. If you would like to support the podcast and connect with other PIO's/PAO's, please email us at thepiopodcast@gmail.com.
Podcasting since 2020 • 216 episodes
The PIO Podcast
Latest Episodes
S5 - E39: Drew Anderson - PIO - Bellevue PD (WA)
Summary: In this episode of the PIO Podcast, Drew Anderson, the Public Information Officer for the Bellevue Police Department, shares his unique journey from political operative to PIO. He discusses the importance of community engagement...
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Season 5
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Episode 39
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34:20

S5 - E38 Matthew Oleniuk - Risk Insider
In this episode of the PIO podcast, Robert Tornabene interviews Matthew Oleniuk, a risk strategist, about the complexities of project management in the public sector. Matthew shares his extensive background in risk and audit, highlighting the c...
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Season 5
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Episode 38
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35:27

S5- E37: John Pope, PIO Newport Beach, CA
In this episode, John Pope, the Public Information Officer for Newport Beach, shares his journey from journalism to public relations within government agencies. He discusses his daily responsibilities, the unique challenges of communicating in ...
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Season 5
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Episode 37
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56:10

S4 - E36; Parth Shah, CEO, Polimorphic
SummaryIn this episode, Parth Shah, CEO of Polimorphic, discusses the transformative role of AI in government communications and public service. He shares insights from his background in civic technology and the challenges faced by publ...
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Season 5
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Episode 36
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47:15

S5 - E35: Cmdr. Michael Shaw - Michigan State Police
In this episode of the PIO podcast, Commander Mike Shaw of the Michigan State Police shares his extensive experience in law enforcement and the evolution of public information officers (PIOs). He discusses the importance of adapting to technolo...
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Season 5
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Episode 35
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35:02
