Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts

In this episode Steve chats with Arik Levy of the Firearms Nation Podcast. Arik is currently a Sergeant for a Florida Sheriff's Department. Steve and Arik talk firearms laws, culture, and of course crazy stories! Connect with Arik https://linktr.ee/firearmsnation 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 ***TPS studio needs some help! List below of needed equipment!*** https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/35MKCRNW55UZ1 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 interview Drew Breasy, host of The Comm Center show which is featured on The Failure To Stop Podcast. Drew is a retired Lieutenant from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (FL), and he shares some of his most memorable stories! @drew_breasy on Instagram, Drew Breasy on Youtube, and part of the Failure to Stop family of shows on all podcast platforms. 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 **WANT TO GIFT TPS SOME GEAR SO WE CAN START DOING IN-STUDIO INTERVIEWS?!** https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/35MKCRNW55UZ1 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]

While jogging off duty Donovan Heavener finds himself in the middle of a heist having to fight for his life. Hear his story of survival and recovery! Donovan Heavener has been in law enforcement for 28 years both in Wisconsin and Washington. He has served as SRO, Motor Officer, Collision Reconstructionist, Detective, Recruiting and Hiring Officer. He is currently assigned to the State Academy as a TAC Officer. He is also frequently featured on Ken Roybal's Police Applicant Podcast! Police Applicant Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@thepoliceapplicantpodcast9920/featured ***TPS studio needs some help! List below of needed equipment!*** https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/35MKCRNW55UZ1 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]

Born and raised in Toronto, Desmond P. Ryan graduated from the University of Toronto and joined what was then the Toronto Police Force. He has been a front-line officer, a beat cop, a patrol sergeant, an instructor at the Toronto Police College, and a detective over the almost thirty years of his career. Whether as a beat cop or a plainclothes detective, Des dealt with good people who did bad things and bad people who followed their instincts. Now a retired detective, he writes crime fiction. Des is presently working on the Mike O'Shea Series and the Mary-Margaret Series, both published by Level Best Books. **Stories Start at 19:00 Desmond's Author Page https://www.amazon.com/stores/Desmond-P-Ryan/author/B07H9MMV81?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true ***TPS studio needs some help! List below of needed equipment!*** https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/35MKCRNW55UZ1 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]

Ignacio Esteban returns to talk about working undercover cases during his career as a Special Agent with the ATF. Ignacio gets into the finer details of working these cases and what it takes for a succesful outcome. Ignacio's latest book! https://www.amazon.com/ATF-UNDERCOVER-Ignacio-J-Esteban-ebook/dp/B09RTH78DZ ***TPS studio needs some help! List below of needed equipment!*** https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/35MKCRNW55UZ1 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]

Deputy Sheriff Susan Welch-Rodriguez trail-blazed in her work on the streets of Dallas, Texas for over four and a half decades of hair-raising adventures, starting in the late 1970s through present day. Susan has some great stories from her time on the job inlcuding instances of extreme sexism she endured when she joined the force in the late 1970's. Her suspenseful memoir, From Bulletproof Vest to the Armor of God: She's a County Mountie, follows Susan as she understands the criminal mindset and how that led her deep behind the razor wire in His majesty's service, taking the Gospel of Jesus Christ to prisoners, encountering those she had apprehended decades earlier. Susan's book - Shes A Countie Mountie - From Bulletproof Vest To The Armor Of God https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BR4D38W8 Susan's Website https://www.susanthecop.com/ 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 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 Washington copper Eric Tung shares some insane stories from the Evergreen State! From his K9 being stabbed to a gunfight with explosions to dealing with an elderly couple with demetia having a domsetic disturbance. Follow Eric on Instagram @bluegritwellness Eric's Podcast https://www.bluegritwellness.com/post/blue-grit-radio-my-podcast 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Sean Thompson workd for a major US city police department as a patrol officer. During his tour he saw some crazy and traumatic things that impacted him in a way that he could have never imagined. These events caused him to suffer from PTSD turning his world upside down. Sean shares his story of recovery and perseverance. Connect with Sean Instagram - @nine_realms_athletics https://www.ninerealmsathletics.com/ 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Gary Edgington worked major narcotics cases, organized crime, unsolved homicides, and internal affairs while he was an LEO in California. He ended his career as the commander of the CA DOJ Counter Terrorism Task Force and then deployed overseas working counter-terrorism and organized crime. Gary is also the author of a popular novel, Outside The Wire. Most importantly he has some crazy stories!! http://www.garyedgingtonauthor.com Instagram @gedgingtonbooks 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 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 Steve sits down with his friend and former boss, JJ Williams. JJ retired as a Sergeant for the Maywood Police Department before moving over to the LAPD Backgrounds Unit. JJ has had some crazy calls to include tracking down the men that gunned down his partner. Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 -Early Release of Video interviews -Vinyl TPS logo sticker -Patron Shoutout -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected] Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-firsthand-accounts/id1384355891

At 5'3 and 110 lbs. David Brown is one of the smallest men to join the ranks of the Navy SEALS. He went on from the SEALS to become a special agent with NCIS and then the EPA. David's journey so far has been an incredible one! David's book, The Littlest Seal , tells his story of overcoming seemingly impossible odds and perservering. Our Sponsor / Corbett Investigations - www.coldcaseexperts.com Visit David's website to check out his book - http://udtdave.com/ Connect with David on Linked-In https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fdavid-brown-60465325%2F&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw12wVSKHfriKcdetTGKJM-x 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Eric Tansey of the Failure To Stop Podcast joins Steve to chat about his career, owning a distillery, and of course some crazy war stories! Failure Top Stop Podcast on Instagram @failuretostop Support our sponsor! Corbett Investigations - www.coldcaseexperts.com 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 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 we are joined by an LEO from a large southern California agency. Just Cox started his career in the military and then moved into law enforcement. As we know, SoCal is a crazy place and Justin has the stories to prove it! Give the show a follow on Instagram @thingspolicesee. Corbett Investigations www.coldcaseexperts.com 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Shawn Geris is a Detective Constable for the Toronto Police Service. At TPS he specializes in gang prevention hosting the Project #Engage416 podcast and YouTube Channel. Shawn is also very accomplished in the sports of wrestling and jujitsu. In 2008 he won the Canadian National title in wrestling and then went on to medal in the Olympic trials. Since then, he has been coaching at various levels and has also been a UFC corner man for one of the biggest names out there. It was a really fun interview with a truly exceptional copper. Support our sponsor! / Corbett Investigations - www.coldcaseexperts.com Follow Shawn at / Twitter & Instagram: @TpsShreky , Tiktok: @badgeduty Shawn's book - https://www.amazon.com/BLOOD-SWEAT-DETERMINATION-Adventure-Wrestling/dp/1974129527 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Patrick O'Donnell is a retired police sergeant after serving on the streets of Milwaukee for 25 years in a variety of assignments, including being in charge of gang squads and other special cars. He now has a popular podcast, Cops and Writers, and has written 8 books. The most recent is the Brew City Blues series, which is based on his time on the streets of Milwaukee. His hobbies are physical fitness, riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle, and solving world problems with other coppers while smoking a cigar. Avid Company www.avidcompany.com Tim Corbett - Cold Case Expert https://www.tcorbett.org/ Patrick's Author Page https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B01N1RBP40 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 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 Tim Corbett returns to take us on a deep dive into cold case investigations. Tim has been in the game a long time and has become one of the nations experts on solving these tpes of cases. He takes us through some truly gruesome murders that the killers thought they were in the clear for. Well, that's not gonna happen when they put Tim on your ass. It was an honor to have him back on and I know you will love this interview! Avid Company - https://avidcompany.com/ Tim Corbett Investigations - https://www.tcorbett.org/ Tim's Podcast - Killer Catchers https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/killer-catchers/id1551986515 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 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 Steve interviews an Ohio officer named Dave. Dave is still active and wished to conceal his identity. He has over 35 years in policing and has piled up some crazy stories. He has worked all types of task force teams including the Drug Task Force and the US Marshal's Fugitve team. Our Sponsor www.avidcompany.com 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Michael Sugrue began his law enforcement career in the United States Air Force as a Security Forces Officer in 1998. As a Security Forces Officer, Michael specialized in Law Enforcement, Global Force Protection, Anti-Terrorism, Nuclear Security, Foreign Air Field Assessments and Air Base Ground Defense. Michael served in a variety of assignments including: Flight Leader, Flight Commander, Senior Watch Officer, Chief of Command Post and Chief of Security Forces. Immediately after the Air Force, Michael was hired by the Walnut Creek Police Department where he served in a variety of assignments including: Patrol Officer, Driver Training Instructor (EVOC) Field Training Officer (FTO), SIU Detective, Undercover CA DOJ Narcotic Task Force Agent (Contra Costa County), Public Information Officer (PIO) and Patrol Sergeant. Michael was awarded the Walnut Creek PD Distinguished Service Medal in 2014 for his heroic and life saving actions during a Fatal Officer Involved Shooting in 2012. Michael ultimately medically retired in 2018. He is now a Peer Volunteer at the West Coast Post Trauma Retreat (WCPR) and an Ambassador for Save A Warrior (SAW). Michael is a dedicated advocate for awareness, prevention, education, training on Post Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) and First Responder Suicide Prevention. Michael continues to speak at law enforcement agencies all over the United States. CHECK OUT OUR SPONSOR! WWW.AVIDCOMPANY.COM Connect with Mike on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/sgtmichaelsugrue RELENTLESS COURAGE: Winning the Battle Against Frontline Trauma http://amzn.to/3vDZvSw 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 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 Special Agent (ret) Lorenzo Toledo returns to share crazy undercover stories from the US and abroad! Lorenzo had an amazing career spanning across local, state, and federal law enforcement. Check out the new organization Lorenzo will be joining! Operation Undercover Railroad - Combating Human Trafficking https://www.ourrescue.org/ Support Our Sponsor www.avidcompany.com 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Merry Christmas and happy New Year! Some absolutely crazy stories from Inglewood, CA! Dave Carrasquillo went from the Marines to the Inglewood PD. His expierences are incredible and intense! 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected] 9ca8rO5w6dnRDViJVQDE

In this episode Steve chats with Rev. Dr. Adam Koontz about the history of policing. They delve into why the media labels police as racist and then attempt to claim that policing was racist from its inception. Rev. Dr. Koontz goes deep on the history of policing dispelling the myths pushed by the corporate media. To hear more of Rev. Dr. Koontz check out the two podcasts linked below. Support TPS by supporting out sponsor AVID Company! www.avidcompany.com Hear more very based commentary from Rev. Dr. Koontz Brief History of Power Hosted By Rev. Jonathan Fisk https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-brief-history-of-power/id1188406469 A Word Fitly Spoken https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-word-fitly-spoken-podcast/id1345670870 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Wayne Miller was a Special Agent, Criminal Investigator and Certified Fire Investigator for the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms in Boston for 25 years. He has been involved in numerous high profile illegal firearms, bombing and arson cases. During his public and 18-year private career, he examined more than 2,300 fire and explosion scenes plus provided expert testimony in numerous Federal and State courts. In August 2019, he published his first book, Burn Boston Burn (recently named a Global Book Gold Award winner) followed in 2021 by Bang Boom Burn (a 2022 Global Book Silver Award winner). Support Our Sponsor https://avidcompany.com/ Wayne's Book www.burnbostonburn.com 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

As a disciplined street cop and Commander of the Homicide unit in a medium size county not far from Chicago, Illinois, Tim Corbett is a criminal's worst fear – he's the man who never gives up. Corbett's keen sense for bullshit, yet likable personality earns him the kind of information others can't put their hands on. And his dedication to making things right for victims and their families is worthy of a crime novel. Corbett and his teams have investigated over 1,000 deaths and put more than 400 convicted killers behind bars where they belong. He is responsible for 32 cold cases solved – some of the most-difficult in the country. 47 years in law enforcement. 17 &1/2 as Homicide Commander and an expert in the pursuit of Cold Cases. Support Our Sponsor, AVID! http://avidcompany.com Tim Corbett https://www.tcorbett.org/ (574) 229-8115 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 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 Steve chats with retired Southern California Officer, David Putnam. Dave has some incredible stories and intense experiences. During his career in law enforcement, David Putnam has worked in narcotics, violent crime, criminal intelligence, hostage rescue, SWAT, and Internal Affairs, to name just a few. He is the recipient of many awards and commendations for his heroism. He lives in southern California with his wife, Mary. He is a best selling author of the Bruno Johnson series. The Sinister out last Feb received a starred review in Publisher's Weekly. Check out his books www.davidputnambooks.com Contact David [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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

One of my favorite guests if all time, the great Dave Escoto! Dave talks about naked Olympians, his partner saving his life, and coping with it all! 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 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 Steve interviews retired DHS Attache Madrid Spain Alex Alonso. Listen to how an undercover agent is born along with the trials they must endure to succeed. Alonso's stories are intense! 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 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 Steve interviews retired New Jersey Officer, Kurt Geisinger. Kurt has some great stories from his career in New Jersey and recently decided to publish a book chronicling the same. Check Kurt's book out below! Two Decades Behind The Badge: One Man's Journey In Law Enforcement Kurt's website http://www.kurtgeisinger.com/ 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Retired Boynton Beach Officer Eric Reynolds shares some intense stories from his career including the shooting that changed his life. Eric was shot while engaging an armed robbery suspect and was ultimately able to win the gunfight. The encounter had a profound impact on his life sparking a need to battle PTSD. Officers involved in these traumatic events often try to cope by drinking too much alcohol along with other destructive behaviors. Eric knew that he had to make a change and he found his answer in the Keto lifestyle. Both his physical and emotional health were vastly improved by embracing this new way of living. He now runs https://ketofiveo.com/ where he helps other officers (and civilians) struggling with these health issues. Follow Eric on Instagram at @ketofiveo Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100043995592509 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Detective Daniel Jurkowitsch returns to chat about his promotion to the detective squad and to share some more crazy stories. Daniel also talks about being an entrepreneur and has some great advice for starting that side hustle. Contact him for social media marketing advice or to inquire about his finger printing business. Daneil Jurowitsch [email protected] www.fingerprintingclasses.com 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Lorenzo Toledo's career could be a movie. He has worked for several different federal agencies as a special agent and has even consulted on major Hollywood films including Miami Vice! Lorenzo's stories are gripping and amazing! 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 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 Steve interviews retired NYPD Detective Vic Ferrari. Vic was on NYPD from 1987 until 2007 and he has the stories to prove it! He is also an accomplished author with several titles under his belt. Click the link below to check out his books. Link to Vic's Books https://t.co/M1dNxGDPeI Follow the show on instagram @thingspolicesee 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 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 Steve interviews an expert in the field of internet investigations. Randall Snyder spent the last 10 years of his career investigating child crimes. The work was intense weighing heavily on his mental well being. Thank God for officers who take on this difficult task! For a deeper understanding of this important work check out Randall's website listed below. Check out the "books" section for some great reads! Randall Snyder's Website https://snyder1193.weebly.com/ 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Sgt. Chris Littrell has been a police officer in Washington State since 2005. He has served in a variety of roles at his departments including SWAT, SRO, Patrol Sgt., and Detective Sgt. He has some great stories from his career. He also hosts the podcast Two Feet On The Ground - Gravity Podcast, link below. http://gravityct.com/podcast/ 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

ATF Special Agent Ignacio Esteban has stories for days! On top of that he has written over 45 books in the last 2 years. As a Special Agent in the Miami and Tampa Field Divisions, he worked undercover investigating violent street gangs, international firearms traffickers, violent repeat offenders, and other types of federal investigations. Link below for his books. https://www.amazon.com/Ignacio-J.-Esteban/e/B09NCKP6F8 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 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Throwing it waaaaay back to May of 2018. Retired Captain Jim Engen shares some of the crazy stories from his career. I really enjoyed this interview. Jim is a pro when it comes to interviews and his personality and good nature really come through when he speaks. This is the first of two interviews I did with Jim, the second being the cold case murder of Annie Ross. Both times he came on the show I got notes from listeners stating how much they liked Jim and his approach to police work. 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 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 Steve interviews Alabama officer, Seth. Seth is a Corporal, FTO, Mental Health Officer, and a Christian Minister! He has some great stories and some insight into the world of mental health in regard to policing. 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 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 Steve interviews Indiana narcotics detective, Ben. Ben started his career as a state trooper but has since moved on to a county sheriff's department. He is assigned to the detective bureau now and is also a member of the county swat team. Great stories out of the Midwest! Join the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 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 Steve interviews retired Broward County Sheriff's Deputy, Glen Topping. Glen has a collection of diverse and crazy police stories! He is also a successful author of four books. Click the link below to give him a read. Available at Barns and Noble, Amazon, Kindle, Nook and xlibris.com Look, A Quarter: A Young Boy's Pursuit of a Dream https://www.amazon.com/Look-Quarter-Young-Boy%C2%92s-Pursuit/dp/1796076767 Join the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Throwback all the way to episode 1! Rob and I were both nervous but you wouldn't know it by the crazy stories that he delivers! In this episode Steve sits down with retired Pomona Police Detective Rob McCrary. Pomona is a small city just outside of LA that is known for its propensity for violence and crime. Rob recalls some very intense experiences involving a man that wouldn't die, an African Lion, and a mad man hopped up on PCP. Come along for the ride and gain a better appreciation for what the police do for us day in and day out. Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ 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 Steve chats with Texas copper, Kyle. Kyle shares some of his most intense moments policing Southeast Texas! Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ 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 Steve chats with retired Somerville, Ma. detective, Mario Oliveira. Mario was shot multiple times on duty, died, and came back to life. His story is incredible. Because of his experience he founded www.vipo911.org He helps other violently injured officers get the compensation they deserve. Also, check out his book Gunrunner for a detailed account of his ordeal. https://www.amazon.com/Gunrunner-Mario-Oliveira/dp/1948278510 Support/Donate! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 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 Steve sits down with active Tennessee copper, Bill. He's only been on the job for 2 years but has some of the craziest stories I've ever heard. He works in a major metropolitan area in TN. Join the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ 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 Steve interviews retired Broward County Sheriff's Deputy Sergeant John Kelly. As you can imagine John has some insane stories from his time on the job in Florida. John struggled with demons along the way and was able to overcome his circumstances. He now offers support to other LEO's through his program. Link below to find out more. Law Enforcement Life Coach - John Kelly https://www.lawenforcementlifecoach.com/ Join The Patreon Community to Support! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 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 Steve chats with a member of the Air Force Police aka Air Force Security Forces. He is also the owner / operator of Code 3 Memes on Facebook. Go show him some support before he is locked up in the Leavenworth for coming on the show! https://www.facebook.com/code3memes Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]

Actor and Police Lieutenant Victor Dobro talks about getting into acting later in life and later in his career. Victor of course also shares some of his crazy stories from being on the job for 24 years. Support TPS through Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Follow Lt. Dobro @robodobro on IG @victor_dobro_official on IG @ Victor M. Dobro on FB http://Www.IMDb.me/VictorDobro www.victordobro.com Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ 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 Steve chats with retired Sgt. John Mattingly about the truth of the Breonna Taylor raid. Also, we discuss the huge impact on his life from wrongful reporting done by the media. Get John's book for truthful insight into this controversial high profile case. Support TPS on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 12 Seconds In The Dark (Limited time discount!) https://a.co/d/clZerCl Follow John on Instagram at @sgtmattingly Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ 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 Steve chats with fellow podcaster, author, and Louisville copper, Dexter Pitts. Dexter tells some intense stories and gives insight into being a black police officer during the BLM era. Connect with Dexter in the links below! Support TPS on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Dexter's website for his podcast and to purchase his book. http://iampitts.com/ Dexter's Linktree https://linktr.ee/iampitts?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=313cc210-6782-4202-9256-cc62436b50aa Instagram @iampitts1 Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ 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 Steve interviews a Florida Deputy with exactly the type of stories a Florida Deputy should have! He's only been on for a year and a half and already has some crazy ones! Support/Donate! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 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 interview Steve chats with a 10 year veteran copper from North Carolina. Jay's got some crazy stories you won't want to miss. Support/Donate! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 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 Steve interviews an Ohio officer by the name of Mike. Mike has been on the job for 6 years and has some intense stories! Episode Sponsor - Cori Payne From Advocate Debt Relief! https://www.advocatedebtrelief.com/team/cori-p/ Support/Donate! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - [email protected]