Episodes 55
Avg. Duration 38m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.6 (9)
Since Apr 2023
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
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About This Podcast

Elevate Your Call to Service is a Law Enforcement podcast that provides tips, tools and resources to help law enforcement professionals become stronger leaders and succeed at work and in life. Over the last several years, we’ve lost a lot of good law enforcement leaders. While this brings opportunities to reshape the profession and operate better than we have in the past, there’s a problem. Many newer and incoming officers lack the role models and mentors they need to navigate the challenges of the job. And even worse, some of our current leaders lack the seasoned development to truly inspire and guide future generations. It’s time to take back our justice system and restore true leadership. That’s why we’ve assembled a team of leaders with a wide breadth of experience and sound leadership qualities to share their authentic, real-time insights. We want to be part of the solution and give upcoming leaders the support they need. Thank you for your commitment to law enforcement. We’re honored to be a part of your journey to success. Let’s elevate our call to service, together.

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Recent Episodes

S4E55 Police Leadership and Teamwork: How Strong Teams Drive Organizational Success

Mar 24, 2026 32m

In this episode of Elevate Your Call to Service, we break down a powerful leadership concept that transforms how law enforcement organizations operate: the relationship between police leadership and…

S4E54 The Leadership Intervention Gap: What Sheriffs Across the Country Are Struggling With Right Now

Mar 10, 2026 33m

At a recent leaders conference, one leadership theme surfaced again and again in conversations with sheriffs and command staff from across the country. Leaders often see problems developing in their…

Elevate Your Call To Service Trailer

Mar 09, 2026 3m Trailer

Welcome to the Elevate Your Call to Service Podcast!

S3E53 Law Enforcement Leadership: Rebuilding Organizational Culture from the Inside Out

Feb 24, 2026 54m

How Leaders Shape Culture: Why Modeling Matters More Than Words Culture doesn’t change because of a memo. It changes because of what leaders consistently model. In this episode of Elevate Your Call…

S3E52 How Leaders Shape Culture: Why Modeling Matters More Than Words

Feb 10, 2026 34m

How Leaders Shape Culture: Why Modeling Matters More Than Words Culture doesn’t change because of a memo. It changes because of what leaders consistently model. In this episode of Elevate Your Call…

S3E51 Leading Yourself First: Personal Leadership for Command Level Officers

Jan 27, 2026 29m

In today’s climate of heightened scrutiny and internal pressure, leadership credibility starts long before public decisions are made. It begins with personal leadership. In this episode, we explore…

S3E50 Leading So Others Thrive: The Long View of Leadership

Jan 13, 2026 33m

In this episode of Elevate Your Call to Service, we pause to reflect on the kind of leadership that truly lasts. Leadership isn’t defined only by rank, results, or recognition—it’s revealed over time…

S3E49 The 4 Communication Mistakes that Cripple a Leader's Impact

Dec 30, 2025 33m

Effective communication can elevate a leader—or quietly sabotage their influence. In this episode of The Elevate Podcast, Mike and Cathy reveal the five communication mistakes that cripple leadership…

S3E48 Wellness & Resilience in Law Enforcement: How Officers Learn to Withstand, Recover, and Grow

Dec 16, 2025 39m

Wellness & Resilience — Building Stronger Officers, Leaders, and Teams Wellness and resilience are no longer “nice to have” in law enforcement—they are essential to protecting lives, families,…

S3E47 Service-Driven Leadership — How Humility Transforms Law Enforcement Teams

Dec 02, 2025 33m

In this episode of Elevate Your Call to Service, we explore what it truly means to lead through service—not rank, titles, or authority. Service-driven leadership is more than a style; it’s a mindset…

S3E46 Beyond Tactics: How Faith Strengthens Law Enforcement Resilience

Nov 04, 2025 41m

In this heartfelt episode of Elevate Your Call to Service, Mike and Cathy get personal after a family scare—a jolting call about a car accident that reminds them of how quickly life can change. From…

S3E45 You’re Not Adapting—You’re Coasting on Old Wins: A Leadership Wake-Up Call

Oct 21, 2025 34m

What does a shattered Tahoe window and leadership have in common? Both reveal when yesterday’s habits become today’s anchors—and what we have to unlearn. Using a simple parking-lot mishap as a…

S3E44 7 Warning Signs You’re Leading in Isolation (And Your Agency Is Paying For It)

Oct 07, 2025 41m

In this episode of Elevate Your Call to Service, we unpack how leadership isolation quietly takes hold in law enforcement—and how it starts to cost your team, your agency, and your family. Mike and…

S3E43 Beyond the Org Chart: How to Break Silos and Build Mission‑First, Trust‑Rich Teams in Law Enforcement

Sep 23, 2025 31m

In this episode of Elevate Your Call to Service, we tackle a costly leadership problem in policing: quiet infighting among leaders that fractures collaboration, slows operations, and erodes public…

S3E42 Why January Goal Setting Fails Law Enforcement Leaders

Sep 09, 2025 32m

Are you tired of setting goals every January—only to watch them fade away as the year gets busy? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Elevate Your Call to Service Podcast, co-hosts Mike and Cathy…

S3E41 Break the Cycle: How Law Enforcement Leaders Turn Old Habits into Powerful Legacies

Aug 26, 2025 33m

What kind of legacy are you building as a law enforcement leader? In this candid episode, Mike—a 40-year law enforcement veteran—and Cathy—a 40-year law enforcement spouse—explore the real impact of…

S3E40 Generational Wisdom: A Father and Son’s Guide to Leading with Integrity and Heart

Aug 12, 2025 43m

In this episode of Elevate Your Call to Service, host Mike McIntosh welcomes his father, veteran superintendent John McIntosh, for a powerful conversation on generational leadership in law…

S3E39 The Moment You Stay Silent: How One Miss Can Change Your Law Enforcement Career

Jul 29, 2025 35m

Unlock the power of proactive leadership in law enforcement.  Join us as we sit down with Dr. Abigail Tucker, a board-certified police and public safety psychologist and co-founder of the Heroes…

S3E38 Self-Doubt Killing Your Police Agency Leadership?

Jul 15, 2025 37m

Is self-doubt killing your law enforcement leadership potential?  Relentless pressures like community unrest, staffing shortages, and self-doubt can fracture teams and erode trust. In Episode 38 of…

S3E37 Conquer Overwhelm: Lead Police with Tools to Build Trust

Jul 01, 2025 33m

Overwhelmed by agency chaos or self-doubt?  As a law enforcement executive, you face relentless pressures—protests, staffing shortages, and budget cuts that erode team morale and community trust.…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Elevate Your Call To Service have?

Elevate Your Call To Service has published 55 episodes since April 2023, covering topics in Education, Government.

Is Elevate Your Call To Service still active?

Elevate Your Call To Service is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 38m.

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