Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts

Lt. Commander (ret) Vernon Geberth is known as the Godfather of Homicide. His NYPD career was nothing short of incredible and his stories are great! He retired as the Commanding Officer of the Bronx Homicide Task Force, which handled over 400 murder investigations a year. On top of all that he literally wrote the book on homicide investigations, Practical Homicide Investigation. https://www.practicalhomicide.com/ Check out our sponsor! ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement / 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! http://tps.proforceonline.com Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

Unafraid and unapologetic. Retired Police Officer, Candidate for Sheriff in Chicago, Published Author and Speaker. Dominick Izzo is not afraid to speak his mind. Had a really great time getting to know him better. Check out our sponsor! ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement / 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! http://tps.proforceonline.com Connect with Dominick https://coptalklive.org/ Instagram @dominickizzo Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

Tom Smith is a retired 2nd Grade Detective from the NYPD where he served in numerous units such as Bronx Narcotics, Bronx Gang Unit, 52 Pct Robbery Squad and the FBI/NYPD Joint Terrorism Task Force. While assigned to the JTTF for 17 years, Tom traveled to 18 countries around the world coordinating International Terrorism cases. Tom and fellow NYPD copper, Dan Murphy, now host the popular Gold Shields Podcast. ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement / 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! http://tps.proforceonline.com Tom and Dan's Podcast - Gold Shields - The show where we bring you the most compelling true crime stories shared by the detectives that made the cases! https://thegoldshieldshow.com YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@GOLDSHIELDS Instagram @thegoldshiedshow Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

Alex Villanueva is the 33rd Sheriff of Los Angeles County. He is the first Spanish-speaking sheriff in the county. In 2018, retired sheriff's lieutenant Villanueva defeated incumbent Sheriff Jim McDonnell, becoming the first to unseat the incumbent in over 100 years. Sheriff Villanueva became the first Democratic Sheriff in LA County in almost 140 years. Really fun interview with some great war stories from the LASD! ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement / 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! http://tps.proforceonline.com Alex's Website https://alexvillanueva.org/ Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

Steven Svestka is a U.S. Marine veteran and former police officer with firsthand experience navigating the toughest battles—both in the line of duty and within himself. Steve's had an action packed career working for Arizona DPS, Maricopa City Police Department, Casa Grande PD, and as a member of the US Marshal's Fugitive Task force. He's faced trauma head-on, and through his journey of faith in Christ and the power of trauma therapy, he's found healing and purpose. Today, he's passionate about sharing his story to inspire others—whether they're struggling with their own battles or supporting those who are. His mission is to bring hope, resilience, and practical tools for healing to audiences who need it most. Steve's LinkedIn http://linkedin.com/in/steven-svestka ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement / 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! http://tps.proforceonline.com Black Box Safety - Instagram @blackboxsafety www.blackboxsafety.com [email protected] Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

Marique did her 20 years at NYPD and got the hell out and who could blame her! Being a copper in a large city is non-stop. Marique shared some great stories and some great insight into being a police officer in the city that never sleeps. Check out Mariques book - Twenty and Out: A compilation of chaos experienced while serving 20 years in the New York City Police Department https://a.co/d/9zrUYtI Support The Sponsors That Support TPS! Black Box Safety - Instagram @blackboxsafety www.blackboxsafety.com [email protected] ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement / 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! http://tps.proforceonline.com Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

Chris Piehota retired from the FBI as one of the organization's eight most senior executives (FBI Executive Assistant Director) after serving nearly 25 years as a Supervisory Special Agent who led global national security programs and oversaw sensitive technical operations across the law enforcement and intelligence communities. Since retiring, Piehota wrote a book titled, "WANTED: The FBI I Once Knew" which recounts his unique experiences rising through the ranks of the bureau and offers how we can restore faith in the world's premier law enforcement agency. Link to the book https://a.co/d/2C2ZrUw Support The Sponsors That Support TPS! Black Box Safety - Instagram @blackboxsafety www.blackboxsafety.com [email protected] ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement / 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! https://tps.proforceonline.com Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

Sgt. Bret Lee is a Deputy Sheriff in Nebraska and also a member of the Army Reserve. Bret takes us through the pressure of FTO along with his most memorable calls to date. Great stories from the great state of Nebraska! Support The Sponsors That Support TPS! Black Box Safety - Instagram @blackboxsafety www.blackboxsafety.com [email protected] ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement / 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! http://tps.proforceonline.com Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

Ed Jackson worked as a copper for Tulsa PD for 30 years. He was also a part-time actor while being employed as a police officer. In 1983 he landed the role as the motorcycle cop in the now classic movie The Outsiders. Throughout his career Ed had special assignments with the FBI, Secret Service, and the DEA. Support The Sponsors That Support TPS! Black Box Safety - Instagram @blackboxsafety www.blackboxsafety.com [email protected] ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement / 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! http://tps.proforceonline.com Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

Retired Detective Brent Cartwright served as a police officer for 16 years, spending more than a decade as an undercover detective. He is a recognized expert witness in narcotics trafficking within the United States Criminal Courts system. Brent retired after suffering multiple gunshot wounds during an undercover operation while assigned to an ATF Task Force, which focused on illegal firearms crimes. Brent loved undercover work and that was part of the problem. He even goes as far to call him self a an undercover junkie. His book is titled that exactly, Undercover Junkie. Get your copy here https://amzn.to/40UPEae Support The Sponsors That Support TPS! Black Box Safety - Instagram @blackboxsafety www.blackboxsafety.com [email protected] ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement / 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! http://tps.proforceonline.com Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

NHSP Trooper First Class Seth Gahr started his career at NYPD. After a 20 year career at NYPD he moved north to the great State of New Hampshire. He has been with NHSP for 18 years now, specializing in mental health. Seth's career has been filled with wild stories along with very tragic ones. Very fun interview with the great Seth Gahr! NAMI NH https://www.naminh.org/ Support The Sponsors That Support TPS! Black Box Safety - Instagram @blackboxsafety www.blackboxsafety.com [email protected] ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement / 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! tps.proforceonline.com Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

Graham Dunne served as a U.S. Marine before his 27 year police career. He served as a SWAT Officer and sniper for 8 years, and also a full time academy instructor for 8 years. He is highly decorated, to include the Police Medal of Honor, the Distinguished Service Cross, and multiple life-saving awards. He has been a pistol, rifle, and shotgun instructor since 1999, besides training, he provides executive protection for many high worth individuals, to include NFL owners, celebrities, and foreign royalty. He Founded founded Ragnar Tactical in 2002, and teaches year round. He published his memoirs, "The Jagged Blue Line", in 2024. Support The Sponsors That Support TPS! Black Box Safety - Instagram @blackboxsafety www.blackboxsafety.com [email protected] ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! https://tps.proforceonline.com/ www.proforceonline.com Graham's Book - The Jagged Blue Line https://a.co/d/363Jf7X Ragnar Tactical https://ragnartactical.com/ Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

Retired Milwaukee Sergeant Patrick O'Donnell returns to unleash one of the wildest stories I've heard on the show! Patrick's new book, The Good Collar, is out now and is getting great reviews. Pick up a copy below. Support The Sponsors That Support TPS! Black Box Safety - Instagram @blackboxsafety www.blackboxsafety.com [email protected] ProForce Law Enforcement - Instagram @proforcelawenforcement 1-800-367-5855 Special Discount Link for TPS listeners! tps.proforceonline.com The Good Collar - Patrick O'Donnell https://a.co/d/hlxfVgL Check out Patrick's Podcast - Cops And Writers https://copsandwriters.com/podcast/ Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 www.thingspolicesee.com Contact Steve - [email protected]

James Boren has been on the Lake Ozark Police Department since 2005 and is now the Chief of Police. His first year on the job he agreed to have a TV crew follow his officers as they navigate the sometimes crazy world of Lake Ozark during the busy season. James has some great stories and it was fascinating to hear what it's like to have your police department on a TV show. Black Box Safety www.blackboxsafety.com [email protected] Instgram - @blackboxsafety Check out Ozark Law on A&E - Wednesdays 9/8c https://www.aetv.com/shows/ozark-law Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Hagan Majors came on the job with no training and entered field training before attending police academy. His first 15 months on the job he hit the ground running! Great stories from a copper just starting out in his career! Black Box Safety www.blackboxsafety.com [email protected] Instgram - @blackboxsafety Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Kristofor Healey is a former Deportation Officer with Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Special Agent with the Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General. He spent over 15 years conducting border crime, large scale fraud, money laundering and public corruption investigations, including leading the largest tele-fraud case in U.S. History Black Box Safety www.blackboxsafety.com [email protected] Instagram - @blackboxsafety Kirstofor's Book In Valor: 365 Stoic Meditations for First Responders https://a.co/d/8CxGPaf Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055

Carl Wortham did 13 years at the Tulsa Police Department and then another 19 years at Sand Springs PD. Some would say that Carl was a cop when cops could be cops. Carl has some great stories from his long career on the job! Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -AD free early release of podcast episodes -bonus episodes -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Richard Oakley spent 30 years in law enforcement at the city, county, and federal levels. His last 23 years were with the DEA, and 13 of those years were spent conducting undercover operations. Earlier in his career Richard worked narcotics and homicide at the New Brunswick, NJ, Police Department. Check out Richard's book, link below! Wounds to Widsom https://a.co/d/ihqCmau Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Lieutenant Randy Sutton (Ret.) is a distinguished figure in the law enforcement community with over 34 years of service. He started his career in New Jersey and after 10 years transfered to the Las Vegas Metro Police Department. He is also the founder of The Wounded Blue, a national assistance and support organization for Injured and Disabled Law Enforcement Officers. Randy's sterling reputation in the law enforcement community got him invited to speak at the 2024 Republican Natinoal Convention. Most importantly (for the podcast) his war stories are INSANE! Support The Wounded Blue www.thewoundedblue.org Randy's Podcast - A Cops Life https://revolverpodcasts.com/shows/a-cops-life/?lang=en Randy's Latest Book https://a.co/d/1RuPkHh Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -AD free early release of podcast episodes -bonus episodes -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

In this episode 35 year LAPD veteran Barry Telis stops by TPS to share his most intense moments on the job. Barry did the majority of his career in detectives, retiring from the homicide squad. He now spends his time working as a Peer Support Team Member for The Wounded Blue. The Wounded Blue's Mission is to improve the lives of injured and disabled Law Enforcement Officers through Support, Education, Assistance and Legislative Advocacy. Support The Wounded Blue! https://thewoundedblue.org/ Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

In this episode I have on my sweet sweet Kerry, my favorite person in the world! I have had requests in the past for her to come on and give a wife's perspective, and in a moment of weakness, she agreed!! I had a really great time hearing her answer the questions I asked and actually learned things I didn't know about her thoughts on police work. I also give a review on the podcast stats over the past year and share what the analytics tell me the typical TPS listener likes besides this podcast. It was a really fun time and I am really happy for you guys to finally meet my wife! Merry Christmas and God bless you and yours!! Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -AD free early release of podcast episodes -bonus episodes -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Dustin Hill started his law enforcement career in Minnesota and finished it in North Dakota. In the course of his career he worked everything from the Jails, Patrol, K9, Narcotics, and the Dive Team. Dustin gave a lot of himself to the job and the job took a lot of him in return. His journey from a PTSD spiral to a successful business owner is truly inspiring. He is now the owner/operator of Burkett Customs producing high end custom knives, guns grips, and engravings. His work has even been mentioned on the Joe Rogan Podcast! It was an honor to have him on to share his stories! Dustin credits the Boulder Crest Foundation for helping to get him back on his feet onto the road to recovery, link below. Burkett Customs https://burkettcustoms.com/ Boulder Crest Foundation https://bouldercrest.org/ Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -AD free early release of podcast episodes -bonus episodes -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Jeff Wenninger is a retired LAPD Lieutenant and Founder & CEO of Law EnforcementConsultants, LLC. Jeff starte dhis career with LASD and after 3 years transfered to the LAPD where he worked for 30 years. He has some great stories from his long career in LE! As a nationally recognized expert in use of force, crowd management, and school safety, Jeff has testified in numerous criminal and civil cases. His distinguished career includes high-profile dignitary protection with the Secret Service, elite LAPD units, and awards such as the LAPD Medal of Valor. Overcoming dyslexia and a speech impediment, Jeff excelled academically and athletically, earning degrees in sociology, psychology, and criminal justice. He remains committed to community service and is currently working on a book proposing actionable solutions for law enforcement. Law Enforcement Consultants, LLC. https://lawenforcementconsultants.com Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -AD free early release of podcast episodes -bonus episodes -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Derrick Levasseur is a decorated police sergeant from Central Falls, Rhode Island. Hired at only twenty years old, he was one of the youngest officers in the department's history and worked in both the Patrol Division and the Detective Division. He was later assigned to the Special Investigations Unit as an undercover detective, where he had the opportunity to work with the ATF, DEA, FBI, and US Secret Service, resulting in numerous arrests and seizures. In 2014 Derrick won Big Brother on CBS and a new trajectory began in his career path. He has now hosted multiple TV Shows on ID Discovery along with hosting two massively successful podcasts, links below. He also owns and operates Break Investigation Group and Criminal Coffee Company. Proceeds from the Coffee Company go to helping to solve cold cases. Criminal Coffee Company www.criminalcoffeeco.com Crime Weekly www.crimeweeklypodcast.com Detective Perspective https://www.youtube.com/@DerrickVLevasseur Break Investigation Group www.thebreakgroup.com Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -AD free early release of podcast episodes -bonus episodes -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Retired Australian Police Officer, Mark Tregellas, returns to TPS to tell some more stories from his time policing the Austraiian bush! Mark's Book - Backup Is Three Hours Away https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Backup-is-Three-Hours-Away/Mark-Tregellas/9781923144286 Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -AD free early release of podcast episodes -bonus episodes -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

A unique and unexpected set of circumstances caused former FBI agent Mike Campi to finally step forward and reveal himself. The result is this tour de force, which details his years operating deeply in the trenches to devastate the mafia. Mike's Book - Mafia Takedown: The Incredible True Story of the FBI Agent Who Devastated the New York Mob https://www.amazon.com/Mafia-Takedown-Incredible-Story-Devastated-ebook/dp/B0DCW93XFW?ref_=ast_author_mpb Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -AD free early release of podcast episodes -2 bonus episodes a month -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Zoe Bills has worked for a major metro department in Pennsylvania fro 7 years and she has the stories to prove it! Join us as she shares some crazy experiences from the job! Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -AD free early release of podcast episodes -2 bonus episodes a month -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

The great Wayne Miller returns to share more intense stories from his career with the ATF. Wayne Miller was a Special Agent, Criminal Investigator and Certified Fire Investigator for the U. S. Treasury, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms for 25 years. He has been involved in numerous high profile criminal cases involving illegal firearms, bombings and arsons. He was also a member of the ATF National Response Team, responding to major fire and explosion incidents. For the past 17 years, in the private sector, Mr. Miller has been a fire and explosion analyst for the Massachusetts - based Wright Group, Inc. ​ During his career, Mr. Miller examined more than 2,300 fire and explosion scenes, responded to over twenty-five major incidents, as well as testified as an expert in more than forty cases in Federal and State courts in civil and criminal cases. *NEW BOOK OUT NOW* Order Wayne's New Book - Flames of Secrecy https://www.burnbostonburn.com/pre-order Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -AD free early release of podcast episodes -2 bonus episodes a month -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Sergeant Marlon Marrache recently retired from the Los Angeles Police Department after 24 years of service. He's got some great stories from his time on the LAPD! Marlon now teaches classes on the internal affairs process. He also hosts Internal Affairs a Police Podcast and Capers a Police Podcast. Follow him on Instagram @ia_capers_podcast Internal Affairs a Police Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@internalaffairspolicepodcast Capers A Police Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@CAPERS-pi1ee Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -AD free early release of podcast episodes -2 bonus episodes a month -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Mike Weber, is a graduate of the University of North Texas (BS, 1990), who has an impressive 40-year law enforcement career. This includes over 16 years investigating Crimes Against Children. His impressive amount of years, along with his dedication to combating crimes against children have established him as a national authority in the investigation of Medical Child Abuse, commonly known as Munchausen by Proxy. Mike and Andrea's Book - The Mother Next Door: Medicine, Deception, and Munchausen by Proxy https://www.amazon.com/Mother-Next-Door-Deception-Munchausen/dp/1250284279 Mike Weber Consulting https://www.mikeweberconsulting.com/ Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 - AD free early release of podcast episodes - 2 bonus episodes a month -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Jay Dobyns joined the ATF in 1987 and was involved in more than 500 undercover operations during his 27-year career as a Special Agent. Most notably, he infiltrated the Hells Angels motorcycle gang in Arizona between 2001 and 2003 as part of Operation Black Biscuit. In 2009, Dobyns became a New York Times Best-Selling author with his memoir, No Angel: My Harrowing Undercover Journey to the Inner Circle of the Hells Angels. He retired from the ATF in 2014. Jay's Book - No Angel https://www.amazon.com/No-Angel-Harrowing-Undercover-Journey/dp/0307405869/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500404334&sr=8-1&keywords=Jay+Dobyns Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Hans Almaraz was an LAPD copper for 33 years with 26 of those years being a K9 Officer. These war stories are as crazy as you would imagine from working K9 for that many years in a major city. Connect with Hans on Instagram - @fassu114 Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Russell Conte recently retired as a Major with the New Hampshire State Police. In his long career he had some incredible investiagitons, as the title of this episode shows. He is now back working as a Trooper with the NSP in the role coordinator for the Division of Mental Health and Wellness. Russ has now dedicated his time to helping those impacted by the trauma of being a first responder. NAMI NH http://www.naminh.org Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Special Agent in Charge Justin King had an amazing career that took him all over the world. From the US Southern border to fire fights along side special forces in the Middle East. Justin is now the Chief Product and Strategy Officer at the National Command and Staff College along with being Chief Strategy Officer at MAGNUSWorx. Connect with him below! LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/justincking/ Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Sal Greco is a 14 year highly decorated NYPD veteran who now exposes the lies and hypocrisy of elected officials and inept law enforcement leaders. Not only does Sal have some great war stories he also gives great insight into the top down corruption that the NYPD is facing. Follow Sal X : @TheSalGreco , Instagram : @TheSalGreco , TruthSocial : @HeadOFtheTable , Rumble & Youtube : @TheSalGrecoShow , all major podcast platforms - The Sal Greco Show Sal's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_jQ7gnsQPOMoFcDeTdjGag Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Mike Morgan is a medically retired 30 yr. veteran who worked for both the Atlanta, Ga. & Suffolk County, NY police departments. He had suffered from PTSD which he healed using plant based medicines and now works with 1st responders/Military veterans to cure their PTSD & various traumas. Instagram @team_morgs_inc Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Chief Mike Opalek started his police career in 2007 and is now the Police Chief of Dawson Springs Police Department, KY. While on duty in 2021 his community was hit by a devastating F4 torando. Hear this incredible story along with the other war stories he has collected through his years of service! Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Cliff Yates did his first 5 years as a deputy sheriff in upstate New York. He then went on to do 30 years for the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department. Along the way he brushed shoulders with many celebrities and even did a stint as a stand up comedian. He is now a popular author with 3 books under his belt. Most importantly, Cliff has some amazing stories from his 35 years in law enforcement. Cliff's Books https://cliffyates.com/books/ Cliff's Instagram - @cliffyatesunlimited Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Debbie Green is a retired dispatcher with over 30 years in law enforcement. She retired due to PTSD/cPTSD from an Officer involved shooting resulting in the death of a deputy. She currently advocates for better mental health care for first responders. Debbie's Instagram and Linktree @d911green https://linktr.ee/d911green Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Jaron Lockridge of the Jackson (TN) Police Department stops by to share his war stories. Jaron is a 10 year police veteran but in his heart he's an indie filmmaker. He used his real-life experience on the force to create the narrative for his independent film THE STIX, now streaming on VOD. Growing up in Bolivar, Tennessee, a small town 45 minutes east of Memphis, Jaron became interested in filmmaking as a high school sophomore in 2002. Jaron's Movie - The Stix https://www.amazon.com/Stix-Jeff-Haltom/dp/B0D8K628P4 Instagram - @GuerillaFilmer Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Chicago PD Homicide! Richard Rybicki retired from the Chicago Police Department after 29 years of service. The author served in numerous assignments throughout his career including Patrol Officer, Tactical Officer, Gang Crimes Specialist, Detective, Patrol Sergeant, Detective Sergeant, Patrol Lieutenant, and Detective Lieutenant. His last assignment was as the Lieutenant/Commanding Officer of the Area Three Homicide/Sex/Gang Crimes unit of the Detective Division.​ After retiring for the second time, he returned to his lifelong passion of writing. His first book, The Pain Game, was published in 2016 and introduced the character of Sam Laska, a disgraced former Chicago Police detective living in Florida. He continues the adventures of Sam in Where the Road Leads, Bottom Feeder Blues, and The Green Line. Rick's Books https://www.amazon.com/stores/Richard-Rybicki/author/B01KTXTLIY?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Colin Whittington has some unreal stories from his career in Loudoun County, VA. He now specializes in helping coppers find their second career when their police career is over. Colin is a former Deputy Sheriff, the Founder & CEO of Recruiting Heroes, and will soon be the published author of Beyond the Thin Blue Line. Colin started his law enforcement career as a deputy sheriff with the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office in northern Virginia. Within his first year on patrol, he received two Life Saving Awards for two separate incidents. In 2019, Colin was named the Virginia Deputy Sheriff of the Year by the Virginia Sheriff's Assocation. Colin was then promoted to Sergeant and was charged with running the recruiting, background investigation, and hiring unit for the largest, full-service Sheriff's Office in Virginia. He supervised a team of recruiters and background investigators. While law enforcement agencies around the nation struggled to attract talent, Colin's team led the agency to a record low vacancy rate through innovative and strategic recruiting strategies. Colin left law enforcement in 2022 and started Recruiting Heroes LLC, an employment agency dedicated to finding amazing careers for America's Veterans and First Responders. Colin and his team work with candidates and companies around the country. Colin is excited to publish his first book, Beyond the Thin Blue Line. This self-help book is written for any police officer, deputy sheriff, correctional officer, federal agent, or service members who are considering transitioning to the private sector. Colin's Book https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Thin-Blue-Line-Enforcement/dp/B0D8BWB9TD Connect With Colin https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinwhittington/ Colin's Website https://recruitingheroesllc.com/ Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Best selling author and active Las Vegas S.W.A.T. Officer, Allyn Goodrich. Allyn responded to the largest mass shooting is US history, Mandalay Bay. He has served 18 years so far and has seen some absolutely insane things on the job! Allyn's book, October Strong, is a novel inspired by the events that he experienced at the mass shooting. 100% of the proceeds go to a charity that supports law enforcement. Link below. October Strong https://www.amazon.com/October-Strong-Allyn-T-Goodrich/dp/B0CLF473GB Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Copper, professor, and author Godfrey Garner stops by to tell some war stories from the old school! Love hearing what policing was like yeasrs ago and Godrey's stories do not dissapoint! Godfrey Garner was 12 years Tulsa PD, a Vietnam Vet, and a Afghan vet retired 20th Special Forces. Now the Director of the Homeland Security program Mississippi College, PhD MSU, has 3 textbooks and five novels under his belt. Godfrey's Book - The Balance of Exodus https://www.amazon.com/Balance-Exodus-Godfrey-Garner/dp/1432701363 Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

K9 Mattis is one of the most decorated police K9s of all time with over 200 arrests and over 2 million in cash seized and even has a Purple Heart. Sergeant Mark Tappan and his K9 companion, Mattis, have a highly engaged and devoted fan base of over five million social media followers. This down-to-earth duo never anticipated winning A&E's Top Dog, fulfilling countless on-going media requests, and interacting with an ever-increasing social media fan base. Although, it's Mark and Mattis' special bond and likeability as a team that has their audience clamoring for more. K9 Mattis is one of the most decorated police K9s of all time with over 200 arrests and over 2 million in cash seized and even has a Purple Heart. Mark's Books https://www.mydogmattis.com/books Follow Mark and Mattis Instagram @adps_k9_mattis TikTok @K9_Mattis Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Sgt. Bert Gonzalez (ret) had an action packed career working for the Miami-Dade Police Department! From day one he was going from one crazy call to another. This is a really fun interview that shows exactly what it is like working for a major metropolitan police department. Bert wrote a book to memorialize his long and storied career, link below! The Real Greatest Show on Earth - Bert Gonzalez https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMFYRD4B?nodl=1&ref_=cm_sw_r_apan_dp_602SFRS1NRKXE3SA95G8&language=en-US&dplnkId=8fa3cb45-22c5-44e9-80d6-31bbcecf2a9e Bert's Instagram - @Sgt.Maverick Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Eric Tung has been a police officer in Washington state for 16 years. He currently serves as a patrol operations commander in Kent, WA. He also oversees peer support and wellness programs at his department and collaborates regionally with other police wellness leaders. As an officer, he worked in Patrol, as a Field Trainer, K9 Officer and in the Civil Disturbance Unit (riot response). After promoting to sergeant, he supervised various patrol squads and was a team leader and trainer in the Civil Disturbance Unit. Eric's Podcast - Blue Grit Radio https://www.bluegritwellness.com/general-1 Instagram - @bluegritwellness Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Jeff Fields went from local copper to federal agent and has some great stories from his law enforcement career. As his career progressed his addiction to alcohol started to impact every aspect of his life. Jeff was able to address his alcoholism and heal himself from the traumas he collected along the way. His new book Sober From Sin takes you through his LE journey and how his faith in God helped him to overcome his demons. Sober From Sin https://www.amazon.com/Sober-Sin-Enforcement-Unraveling-Addiction/dp/B0D1VYF955 Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Matt Pitcher stops by again to share the details of his deep cover assignment with a domestic terrorism group. This assignment was done back to back with the deep cover job he did with the Greek Mafia, EP #193. Matt sacrificed a lot of himself completing these incredible missions. Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Paul Milone "RAM One" - Omaha Police Officer (Ret) 18 years in Special Operations, 14 in Narcotics working undercover / 16 years on SWAT. Some incredible stories shared by Paul! His book is packed with stories from his long and successful career! Paul's book https://www.amazon.com/Ram-One-Stories-Undercover-Breaking/dp/B0CXZPBNM8 Contact Steve - [email protected] Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Video of the interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]