Send us Fan Mail I think you are going to find Ron's start with the Tucson Police Department to be very interesting, I know I did! He was one of those officers who had a knack for catching bad guys. Many super cops who I've had the honor of working with looked up to Ron, if that's any indication about his abilities. Again, it is my honor to help create legacies for these iconic officers and I'm so glad he agreed to come and hang out. Spread the word, share the podcast with your friends and we'll...
Dec 27, 2023•2 hr 43 min•Season 3Ep. 107
Send us Fan Mail Dave and I worked together in the Special Investigations Section, buying and selling stolen property, drugs and whatever else to catch bad guys. He had a great career and continues to serve the First Responder community as the Executive Director of AZCOPS. He's a great family man, cop and overall human being. I'm so glad he chose to create his legacy and hang out for a couple hours. Tune in, turn it up and please give Dave a warm welcome... Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to ...
Dec 20, 2023•1 hr 39 min•Season 3Ep. 106
Send us Fan Mail Gary was kind enough to be my guinea pig as my very first interview two years ago. At the time, he had published his first book and now has his second book available (See the link below). He's retired from Fairfax Co, VA, started his own security consulting business, trained new police officers at the Haitian National Police Academy, Deployed as a consultative to the Army to train police in Iraq, trained security for the Atlanta Olympics.... He has lived his life to the fullest,...
Dec 13, 2023•2 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 105
Send us Fan Mail Jason joined the Pima County Sheriff's Department as I was leaving for the bright lights of the city! He spent 23 years serving the community as a Deputy, SWAT operator and EOD technician. Now, in retirement, he travels the world teaching people how to blow things up, has a big smile on his face and a gleam in his eye! Retirement looks good on him....enjoy the show and please give Jason a warm welcome to the coolest Squad of people I know... Come see me on Facebook at https://ww...
Dec 06, 2023•3 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 104
Send us Fan Mail Barb started her professional life as a dispatcher for the Tucson Police department, became a street cop and things took off from there! She promoted to Sergeant but left the department to follow her family to better opportunities. She continued her career as a Deputy Chief in Missouri, then she was an instructor at the Illinois State Police Academy, then back to Tucson where she worked for the Pima Community College police department before finally hiring on in the Town of Mara...
Nov 29, 2023•3 hr 25 min•Season 3Ep. 103
Send us Fan Mail WHAT A CHARACTER! Joe definitely has to come back because we only made it through one page, of six, of the notes he brought to chat about. We had a great time, and I know you're going to enjoy getting to know this Marine, Deputy and all around good guy. Turn it up and enjoy... HAPPY THANKSGIVING SQUAD!!!!!!! Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cp_sfaf/...
Nov 22, 2023•3 hr 37 min•Season 3Ep. 102
Send us Fan Mail Jimmy is back, brought a bag of scraps (Scrap book) and a ton of more stories. Turn it up, welcome him back with that warm "Choir Practice Squad Welcome" and please enjoy the show. Remember to text, call or reach out to your friends if they cross your mind. It may make all the difference. Take care and be safe out there! Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cp_sfaf/...
Nov 15, 2023•2 hr 51 min•Season 3Ep. 101
Send us Fan Mail What a huge milestone! This show continues to grow, the Squad continues to grow and I'm honored to be the steward over this awesome show that allows you all to get to know your protectors, your first responders, your public servants. Dan Lewis is absolutely one of my favorite people who I had the fortune to work with at the Tucson Police Department. There was never a question in my mind who I needed to call when I needed a guest for this special episode. He was gracious enough t...
Nov 08, 2023•2 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 100
Send us Fan Mail I enjoyed this chat. We shared more stories from Larry's career but more importantly he gave a little tribute to his wife. It is my mission, the most important thing to me, that each guest know the episode is theirs and I want them to talk about the things in life, and career, that were significant to them. I'm honored to be the keeper of this platform, to provide an avenue for my friends to share, and it is absolutely motivating. We are now officially in the the third year of C...
Nov 01, 2023•2 hr 26 min•Season 3Ep. 99
Send us Fan Mail This was such a good time! I'm excited for you all to get to know Sean. He began his career in 1994, his stories were fantastic and I'm so glad he is the newest member of the most amazing Squad! Please give him a warm welcome, enjoy the show and come see me on FaceBook or Instagram to let me know what you thought of his episode. Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cp_sfaf/...
Oct 25, 2023•2 hr 58 min•Season 2Ep. 98
Send us Fan Mail Squad! Give Tom a warm welcome back. We had another good session and the stories were fantastic. I'm honored, and I'm so appreciative of you all continuing to tune in. I know some pretty cool people and I'm glad you are getting to meet them too. Come see me on FB, or instagram (@CP_SFAF), and let me know what you think of this episode or any episode. Thanks again and be safe out there! Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https...
Oct 18, 2023•2 hr 18 min•Season 2Ep. 97
Send us Fan Mail I can't tell you how happy I was to reconnect with Greg. The last time I really saw him was 2004! His career was ended tragically short by a collision while on his police motorcycle. He shares that story, but many more about being a street cop, a SWAT operator and a motor cop. Now, he's semi-retired and flies planes as a hobby. I'm honored, and it's my pleasure, to introduce Greg to you as well. I know you will tune in and give him the warmest welcome to this awesome family... C...
Oct 11, 2023•2 hr 27 min•Season 2Ep. 96
Send us Fan Mail Tom was introduced to me by Gator, so it was good to meet him. He began his career as a paramedic/ EMT but was seduced by the call to be a cop! He was hired by the Village of Park Forrest, outside of Chicago, and spent a few years there (SWAT, Undercover) but the agency was small and the opportunities even smaller. He knew a fellow cop who had moved out West and he did the same. Ultimately hired by the Sheriff's Department his career began in the Wild West. Tune in, give him a w...
Oct 04, 2023•3 hr 17 min•Season 2Ep. 95
Send us Fan Mail Larry started his public service by enlisting in the Army, he travelled the world, but ultimately decided to return to Tucson where he did a stint with the Department of Corrections before becoming a Pima County Deputy. He was a highly motivated Deputy and the stories were great to hear. Please give him a warm welcome and enjoy the show! Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cp_sfaf/...
Sep 27, 2023•4 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 94
Send us Fan Mail Andy and I met at the gym, introduced to one another by Chris Galios (Episode 13). He's a grumpy ol bastard but I enjoy his company and I enjoyed this episode even more. Listen in as he discusses starting out in radio, moving on to Transit police and then getting absorbed into the NYPD. Shenanigans ensued, his career was very cool to hear about and I'm glad we had the opportunity to create his legacy for his family...enjoy the show, be safe out there! Come see me on Facebook at ...
Sep 20, 2023•2 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 93
Send us Fan Mail Ladies, Gents and faithful Squad...Gator is back, please show him some love and let's get this episode under way! Pasco County Sheriff Deputy, Dade City Police Officer and Tucson Police Officer Matt Griffis returns this week. Thanks and let's be safe out there. Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cp_sfaf/...
Sep 13, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 92
Send us Fan Mail Gary and I met at the gym, like many of my previous guests. His introduction into law enforcement was unique, I really enjoyed hearing about his career prior to being a cop! Once he was hooked though, the shenanigans ensued! He started in San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department but eventually moved to Oro Valley, AZ. Please give him a warm Choir Practice Squad welcome, grab a cold drink and get ready to laugh. Be safe out there ya'll! Here's Gary! Come see me on Facebook at h...
Sep 06, 2023•2 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 91
Send us Fan Mail Now here is a character that many in this neck of the woods know! He is a larger than life character whose impact on Law Enforcement in Southern Arizona is undeniable. I'm so glad he agreed to come on the show and create his very own legacy, I'm even happier he will be back in a couple weeks to wrap up his career but also talk about all he is doing now and how he continues to serve long after he is retired! You don't want to miss out, tune it and let's get this episode officiall...
Aug 30, 2023•3 hr 38 min•Season 2Ep. 90
Send us Fan Mail Nancy is BACK! She agreed to come back and hang out and we had a fantastic conversation! She's funny, she's smart and she's just an all around good person! I enjoy her company and her friendship! Turn it up, show her some love and let's get this show started. Welcome in, enjoy the episode! Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/cp_sfaf/...
Aug 23, 2023•2 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 89
Send us Fan Mail Alright! After you tune in, if there's any questions you would like answered, please go to the FaceBook page or Instagram page (@CP_SFAF) and submit them. Paul Dietzel is back and he was able to solicit about 40 questions, from previous guests/friends, to ask me in this "Exclusive Interview." Ha! I'm grateful to Paul, my friends, and all of you who continue to make this podcast what it is today. I mean, c'mon guys! We're at 32,665 downloads since the show began. You guys and gal...
Aug 16, 2023•5 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 88
Send us Fan Mail The better half of the "Dave and Betsy" show blessed the studio with her presence and spent some quality time in the hot seat! She shared her career highlights, and a few low lights ;-), before moving on to training police officers on an international level with her husband. They've dedicated their lives to training and supporting police in America and around the world. Please tune in, give her a warm welcome and enjoy the show! Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.co...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 44 min•Season 2Ep. 87
Send us Fan Mail This week Buck Savage joins The Squad, spending some quality time to share his career! The son of a physician, growing up in Flagstaff, Dave attended the Naval Academy before suffering an injury and transferring to the University of Arizona. He joined the Tucson Police Dept, but "lateraled" to the AZ Department of Public Safety where his career as a trainer of cops took off and "Buck Savage" was born. If you aren't familiar, just look on YouTube... Thanks for tuning in, be safe ...
Aug 02, 2023•2 hr 41 min•Season 2Ep. 86
Send us Fan Mail Jeff is back, we start the episode laughing so hard I almost had an asthma attack! Like all my guests, I'm honored he was willing to come back and hang out again. He was rear ended by a suspected drunk driver after leaving, good thing he was in a huge Dually pick up! He ok, no injuries and a little soreness! Please give him another warm welcome and enjoy the show! Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/c...
Jul 26, 2023•2 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 85
Send us Fan Mail Retired Antioch Police Officer, Eric Johnsen, is back in the studio and we hung out for a few hours sharing some more stories. Since he was here last February, we had been chatting and he said what almost all my guests say, "Once I left I started remembering a lot more stories that I forgot to share! He showed up with a page full of notes and we had a great time! He's such a good guy, if you didn't catch his episode go back and take listen...episode 63! Be safe out there and tha...
Jul 19, 2023•2 hr 41 min•Season 2Ep. 84
Send us Fan Mail Jeff and I met while working at the Pima County Sheriff's Department. He continued on to become a Captain, honorably serving the citizens of Pima County, before retiring and being hired as the Executive Director of T.R.O.T. He started his public service as an Air Force enlisted airman, guarding nukes around the world, then he became a reserve Deputy in CA! He moved to AZ, where he had previously met his wife, and the rest is history! He'll be back in a week to wrap up telling al...
Jul 12, 2023•2 hr 40 min•Season 2Ep. 83
Send us Fan Mail Rudy and I went to High School together, then our paths crossed every so often as he responded to scenes I was working as a cop or I would show up on calls he was working as a Fire Fighter. It was great catching up and I'm excited to introduce him to the coolest group of folks I've come to know...The Squad! Enjoy, turn it up and come see me on FB and Instagram! Be safe out there! Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https://www...
Jul 05, 2023•2 hr 24 min•Season 2Ep. 82
Send us Fan Mail Carol is the proud owner of Rincon Fit Body Bootcamp, located on Harrison and 22nd street in Tucson, AZ. Prior to that, she proudly served in the US Air Force in the medical field, then as a Tucson Police Officer where she retired as a Detective. I'm excited for you to get to know her, we had a great conversation. Please give her a warm welcome, and reach out to any of your buddies who are on your mind. It may make all the difference. Thanks for tuning in, now turn it up and enj...
Jun 28, 2023•2 hr 48 min•Season 2Ep. 81
Send us Fan Mail This week's guest is a gentleman I had the pleasure of working with at Tucson PD. I first mentioned him in Episode 14 with Stacey Goodman. Richie and I were in Ops South on the morning of 9/11. It was my honor to host him and I learned a few things I hadn't known prior to our interview, like, the fact he started out as a cop in the New York Transit Police. Or the fact that prior to this he had been a craps dealer and DJ in Las Vegas, where he met his beautiful bride!!! Richie wa...
Jun 21, 2023•3 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 80
Send us Fan Mail Mark started his career in the 80's, in a sleepy town in Iowa. A few years in, he moved his family to Tucson and his career took off from there. One of his bigger claims to fame was that he had the opportunity to work on the Southside of Tucson at every rank. He retired as the Captain (Division Commander) and was later voted in a the Pima County Sheriff for one term. We had a great conversation, I'm honored he was willing to come and hang out for a few hours. Please give him a w...
Jun 14, 2023•3 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 79
Send us Fan Mail Charles came back and we finished chatting about his career. It was a great time, an even better conversation and I enjoyed his company. His first episode is doing well, I have you all to thank for that. Thanks for giving a warm welcome from the best Squad a guy could ask for. Remember, be safe out there and reach out to your friends if they cross your mind... Join me on FB (Look for the logo) or on Insta @cp_sfaf... Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.prac...
Jun 07, 2023•3 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 78
