LAPPL Podcast

LAPPL Podcast

This is the official podcast for the Los Angeles Police Protective League. The LAPPL Podcast is a way to enhance communication and educate on various topics and discuss current issues. Guests will be invited to speak in relation to their realm of expertise and position. Topics will include Department policy and procedure, politics, legal concerns and other subjects of interest.

Episodes

September 30, 2025 56 mins

In this episode of the LAPPL Podcast, host Dave Abdalian sits down with LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell to reflect on his 44 years in law enforcement and his return to the department where he began his career. Chief McDonnell discusses lessons learned from leading the Sheriff’s Department, Long Beach PD, and in the private sector, as well as the challenges facing LAPD today: from morale, staffing, and recruitment to public perception and ...

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Deputy Chief Don Graham discusses Policing on the LA Metro System and Traffic Enforcement/Pursuits

About the LAPPL: Formed in 1923, the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL) represents the more than 8,700 dedicated and professional sworn members of the Los Angeles Police Department. The LAPPL serves to advance the interests of LAPD officers through legislative and legal advocacy, political action and education. The LAPPL can ...

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August 8, 2024 70 mins

This episode features guest Alan Hamilton, who is a deputy chief for the LAPD.  The topic discussed in this episode is on Leadership within the LAPD.

About the LAPPL: Formed in 1923, the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL) represents the more than 8,700 dedicated and professional sworn members of the Los Angeles Police Department. The LAPPL serves to advance the interests of LAPD officers through legislative and legal advoc...

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January 11, 2024 48 mins

This episode features guest Brad Barrett, who is a financial advisor.  This episode will cover officer financial wellness.

About the LAPPL: Formed in 1923, the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL) represents the more than 8,700 dedicated and professional sworn members of the Los Angeles Police Department. The LAPPL serves to advance the interests of LAPD officers through legislative and legal advocacy, political action and e...

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March 23, 2023 39 mins

This episode features a special guest from the Professional Standards Bureau, Sergeant Rhiannon Talley.  This episode will cover the Biased Policing Complaint system.

About the LAPPL: Formed in 1923, the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL) represents the more than 8,700 dedicated and professional sworn members of the Los Angeles Police Department. The LAPPL serves to advance the interests of LAPD officers through legislativ...

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November 28, 2022 52 mins

This is the inaugural podcast with special guest Chief Michel Moore.  In this episode, various topics will be discussed, including recruitment retention, training, response to UO's, and more.

About the LAPPL: Formed in 1923, the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL) represents the more than 8,700 dedicated and professional sworn members of the Los Angeles Police Department. The LAPPL serves to advance the interests of LA...

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