In this inspiring episode of the Discover Fort Smith podcast, hosts Josh Buchfink and Joe Cline sit down with Fort Smith Police Chief Danny Baker to explore his unexpected path to leadership, his personal connection to the city, and how he’s helped reshape community policing in Fort Smith.
Chief Baker opens up about pivotal moments like the 500-year flood, the legacy of Officer Danny Martinez, and the national reckoning on policing—and how those experiences led to transformative programs like Officer Fuzz the police cat, Food Patrol, and Shield Our Youth. From emotional stories to meaningful insights, this episode showcases how Fort Smith is leading with service, compassion, and accountability.
Relevant Links:
Fort Smith Police Department: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/fort-smith-police-department
Clayton House: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/clayton-house
Bakery District: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/bakery-district
Fort Smith Little Theatre: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/fort-smith-little-theatre
906 Lounge: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/906-lounge
Chaffee Crossing: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/chaffee-crossing
Discover Fort Smith Event Calendar: https://www.discoverfortsmith.com/events
