Chat with the Chief
Chat with the Chief is a monthly podcast hosted by Sarasota, FL Police Chief Rex Troche. In each episode, Chief Troche will talk with members of the Sarasota Police Department or other community leaders in depth about initiatives here in the City you may not know about. This podcast was created to open a dialogue with our citizens about topics they may want to know more about, from traffic investigations to homeless outreach. There's a lot we do that the public doesn't see. This is our chance to chat about it!
Chat with the Chief
Reflecting with our Resident Olympic Gold Medalist, Officer Schwenk
In this Chat with the Chief episode, Sarasota Police Chief Rex Troche welcomes Officer Trip Schwenk, who took home gold and silver medals in the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, GA. Officer Schwenk competed in swimming. He is now a skilled member of the Sarasota Police Dive Team, assisting in derelict vessel removals and teaching water survival tactics to new recruits.
In this episode, Officer Schwenk reflects on his Olympic accomplishments and shares how his athletic background has influenced his law enforcement career. Join us for an inspiring conversation as Officer Schwenk discusses the transition from elite athlete to dedicated public servant and how his unique skill set continues to benefit the Sarasota community.