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Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts

Steven Gould: Police Officer, Background Investigatorwww.thingspolicesee.com
Massachusetts police officer Steve Gould interviews a variety of law enforcement officers about their most intense moments on the job. Shocking moments, humorous moments and terrifying moments are recalled by the officers that experienced them. Meet the variety of personalities that make up the police and get to know them on a personal level. You couldn’t make these stories up if you tried. **new episodes every Wednesday steve@thingspolicesee.com
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Episodes

Tehama County Deputy Sheriff

Another Norcal deputy comes on to give us more crazy stories from The Golden State! 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 - Ken@policebackground.net...

Feb 09, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 91

Dennis Benigno - Street Cop Training

In this episode Steve chats with no other than Uncle Dennis from Street Cop Training! Dennis's company is exploding and it's no suprise, this guy has a TON of knowledge. Very fun conversation, hope you enjoy! https://streetcoptraining.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 - Ken@policebackground.net...

Jan 26, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 90

DEA Special Agent - Michael W. Brown

In this episode Steve chats with retired DEA Special Agent, Michael W. Brown. The stories that Michael brings sound like they are straight out of a Delta Force movie! Who needs Chuck Norris when we've got Special Agent Brown running around South America blowing up air strips in the jungle! Michael is currently the Counter-Narcotics Interdiction Business Development Manager of Rigaku Analytic Devices. We use these devices in the field to help to safely identify narcotics and explosives. Truly inc...

Jan 12, 20221 hr 10 minEp. 89

Interview & Interrogation (Part 2)

The great Gary Steiner returns to finish our chat about interview techniques! 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 - Ken@policebackground.net...

Nov 30, 20211 hr 58 minEp. 87

U.S. Customs Agent Bob Starkman

In this interview Steve chats with former U.S. Customs Agent Bob Starkman. Bob worked as a street agent for customs and was also part of the FBI JTTF. At the same time Bob was fighting crime he was honing his skills as a college basketball coach eventually making his way to the JUCO hall of fame! Check out his book that details his journey! https://www.amazon.com/Inside-Both-Courts-Bob-Starkman/dp/B08VWY9YLJ Inside Both Courts is a gritty, forty-year, no-holds-barred look from inside my world of...

Nov 17, 20211 hr 8 minEp. 88

The Garda - Irish Officer "Sean"

FINALLY!! We have an Irish policeman ladies and gentlemen! What a fun and educational interview with a member of the Garda's armed response team! 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 - Ken@policebackground.net...

Nov 17, 20211 hr 55 minEp. 86

Philadelphia PD - Michael Riley

In this episode Steve chats with retired Philly Sgt. Michael Riley. As you can imagine Mike has some insane stories from the city of brotherly love! Mike has taken his years of experience and applied them to compose the highly rated crime novel The Long Last Out . Click the link below to order the book! The Long Last Out https://www.amazon.com/Long-Last-Out-Michael-Riley/dp/1662807805 Mike's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thebookrookie Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop ...

Nov 03, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 85

Anthony McNeil - Detroit Metro

In this episode Steve interviews retired Southfield PD officer Anthony McNeil. Anthony has some crazy stories from the Detroit Metro area that will blow your mind, big pimpin' baby! Check out his podcast The Off Duty Podcast on all podcast platforms. The Off Duty Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-off-duty-podcast-law-enforcement/id1499272820 Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB commun...

Oct 21, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 84

Twin Coppers From Illinois

A TPS first, identical twin cops interviewed a the same time! Come listen to some wild stories from the mean streets of good ole Illinois. 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 - Ken@policebackground.net...

Oct 06, 20211 hrEp. 83

Ralph Friedman - NYPD Legend

In this episode Steve interviews legendary Detective (ret) Ralph Friedman of the NYPD. Ralph's stories are exactly what you would imagine......TOTALLY INSANE!! Ralph was a blast to talk with and it is easy to see how he earned the honor of being NYPD's most highly decorated detective. Check out his book Street Warrior and of course his tv show Street Justice: The Bronx on Amazon and Apple TV. Follow Ralph on Instagram @bronxstreetwarrior Street Warrior https://www.amazon.com/Street-Warrior-Decor...

Sep 22, 20211 hr 13 minEp. 82

Denver SWAT K9 - Brett Titus

In this episode Steve chats with retired Denver Police SWAT member Brett Titus. Brett worked as a K9 officer for SWAT and his stories are off the charts! In his retirement he founded LifeSpot. This app is gaining major traction as the go to tool for critical incidents that can occur in schools and corporations. www.lifespotapp.com LifeSpot is an affordable, simple to use technology that speeds up valuable response time, improves communication, and gives you peace of mind knowing you have chosen ...

Sep 08, 20211 hr 18 minEp. 81

Iowa Deputy Sheriff Sadie Hansen

In this interview Steve chats with Iowa deputy sheriff Sadie Hansen. Sadie is not only a copper but also a certified paramedic. She brings some great stories from the Hawkeye state from both sides of her professional career! 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 - Ken@policebackground.net...

Aug 25, 20211 hr 12 minEp. 80

Bridget Truxillo - Florida Deputy!

In this episode Steve chats with former Florida deputy sheriff turned attorney, Bridget Truxillo. Bridget is what we call a hard charger in this line of work. From Patrol to narcotics to becoming her agencies first female SWAT member she packed a lot into her time as a copper. She now runs My Protective Wellness, a program that offers police officers legal counsel along with ways to better mentally and physically care for themselves. https://www.myprotectivewellness.com/ We have a mission of cha...

Aug 11, 20211 hr 29 minEp. 79

Dr. Stephen Morreale - DEA Agent (ret)

In this episode Steve chats with the host of the Cop Doc Podacst, Dr. Stephen Morreale (DEA ret). Steve brings the heat with his stories from both the DEA and local police department he worked for! ​​Tune in to his podcast as he interviews practitioners, academics, criminal justice researchers and community leaders - thought leaders and change agents. www.copdocpodcast.com https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-copdoc-podcast-aiming-for-excellence-in-leadership/id1546685351 The CopDoc Podcast...

Jul 28, 20211 hr 40 minEp. 78

Mark Andrew Kelly - East Hartford PD

In this episode Steve chats with retired Sgt. Mark Andrew Kelly of the East Hartford Police Dept. Mark has some great stories and insight into being a street cop. His new book "Front Row Seat" is getting great reviews with an average of 5 stars! FRONT ROW SEAT is a novel about what it means to be a police officer, and the inevitable ways in which the job changes the people who choose to take it on. Front Row Seat on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Front-Seat-Mark-Andrew-Kelly/dp/1735868906/ref=cm_...

Jul 14, 20211 hr 15 minEp. 77

Disqualified From The Police Application Process - The Police Applicant Podcast Crossover Episode

What can get you disqualified? In this episode we talk about issues that can knock you out of the process. Our special guest is Steve Gould, former LAPD background investigator and host of the Things Police See podcast. Make sure to subscribe to The Police Applicant Podcast and give it 5 stars! Link To The Police Applicant Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-police-applicant-podcast/id1549419617 Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net Support/Donate! https://thingspolice...

May 12, 20211 hr 34 minEp. 76

Marc Cameron - US Marshal & NY Times Best Selling Author

In this episode Steve chats with retired US Marshal and best selling author, Marc Cameron. An Alaskan resident and Texas native, Marc has spent over three decades in law enforcement serving as a uniformed police officer and detective before accepting a position with the United States Marshals Service and serving as a Deputy, Fugitive Task Force Commander, Supervisory Deputy, Senior Inspector, and Chief. He is the award-winning author of the Arliss Cutter and the Jericho Quinn series, as well as ...

May 05, 20211 hr 12 minEp. 75

Interview & Interrogation w/ Gary Steiner (Part 1)

Gary Steiner returns to talk Interview & Interrogation! Gary is a confession evidence expert with a TON of knowledge in the field. One episode just wasn't enough to get all the info so expect a part two in the near future. 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 - Ken@policebackground.net...

Apr 28, 20212 hr 3 minEp. 74

LAPD Sgt. Marc Hildebrand - Losing 100lbs On Duty!

Marc Hildebrand has been with LAPD for 18 years and has the stories to prove it! On top of his crazy LAPD career he has managed to lose 100 lbs. and improve his personal life at the same time! Marc is incredibly inspiring to listen to and I know you will love him. Check out his podcast LEO Family Fitness Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-leo-family-fitness-podcast/id1110503698 Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www....

Apr 21, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 73

Policing Canada Deux - Self Castration / A Jumper / A Cutter

Emilia is a 15 year veteran Canadian copper. She has worked in two of Canada's largest metropolitan areas and has the stories to prove it! You won't believe what she has seen!! 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 - Ken@policebackground.net...

Apr 07, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 72

Jimmy Meeks - Cop / Minister

In this episode Steve sits down with 35 year copper and minister, Jimmy Meeks! Jimmy brings some great stories to the podcast and also shares how his Christian faith has seen him through the hard times. If you had to describe Jimmy in one word it would be soulful. This man cares about the coppers out there and is doing his best to help them get through these troubling times. He currently leads the Cornelius Project (Blue Life Support) supporting officers through outreach and encouragement. Learn...

Mar 31, 20211 hr 30 minEp. 71

Rahul Sidhu - Redondo Beach PD / Philly EMT

In this episode Steve chats with EMT turned copper turned entrepreneur. Rahul Sidhu brings us some great stories from both the police and EMT world. Sidhu also explains how his company (Spidr Tech) is working to ease policing into modern times! Spider Tech / Twitter @spidrtech www.Spidrtech.com Contact Rahul / Twitter @rahoolsidoo rahul@spidrtech.com Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! ht...

Mar 24, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 70

Louisiana Motorcop

In this episode Steve interviews the Louisiana motorcop known by code name Iceman. Iceman has been a motorcycle cop for over 20 years and still loves his job! He delivers some insane stories to the podcast with that great Southern drawl! Check out Iceman's podcast Motorcop Chronicles! Motorcop Chronicles https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motorcop-chronicles-podcast/id1506514001 Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolices...

Mar 17, 20211 hr 14 minEp. 69

Lt. Joe Kenda of Homicide Hunter

In this episode Steve interviews retired Lt. Joe Kenda. Joe is well known for the TV Show Homicide Hunter which is based on his highly decorated police career in Colorado Springs, CO. He tells some great war stories from his career and describes what it's like going from cop to TV star. His new book "Killer Triggers" drops March 9th, see the link below to order it! Lt. Joe Kenda, a twenty-three-year veteran of the Colorado Springs Police Department, spent twenty-one years chasing killers as a ho...

Mar 10, 20211 hr 6 minEp. 68

TPS LIVE Event: Catching Up w/Steve & Ken

In this episode Steve and Ken are back to discuss the future of TPS and the launching of Ken's new podcast! Steve talks about getting back into policing and the growing pains Massachusetts is having as it becomes a POST state. Ken and Christine's new podcast - The Police Applicant Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-police-applicant-podcast/id1549419617 Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the...

Feb 27, 20211 hr 5 min

Logan McKinney - Policing New Mexico / Second Chance Outdoors

In this episode Steve chats former New Mexico police officer and founder of Second Chance Outdoors, Logan McKinney. Support Logan's great veteran owned organization! www.secondchanceoutdoors.net 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 - Ken@policebackground.net...

Feb 17, 202148 minEp. 67

Norcal Deputy Sheriff

In this episode Steve interviews a Norcal deputy sheriff about his most intense moments on the job. The beginning of his LE career is unique because he made it to week 18 in the academy and failed out having to repeat the entire academy! 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 - Ken@policebackground.net...

Dec 16, 20201 hr 9 minEp. 66

The Real Donnie Brasco

In this episode Steve interviews legendary FBI agent Joseph Pistone. Joe went deep undercover for 6 years infiltrating the New York Mafia resulting in hundreds of arrests. Joe made history with the FBI and was later portrayed by Johnny Depp in the movie Donnie Brasco. Steve and Joe are joined by Joe's podcast co-host Leo Rossi. Leo has been a successful Hollywood actor for many years accruing over 100 film credits. Their podcast dives deep into Joe's unreal experience being undercover for such a...

Nov 25, 20201 hr 3 minEp. 65

Police Scotland - Ginny McKenna

In this episode Steve chats with retired Scottish officer Ginny McKenna. Ginny has some GREAT stories form across the pond! She goes into great detail about her struggle with PTSD and how she has successfully battled it over her 23 year career. Ginny is now committed to helping other officers face their greatest mental health challenges as a life coach and incident stress and support facilitator. She has a truly inspiring message and it was a pleasure to have her on the show! Struggling or need ...

Nov 11, 20201 hr 20 minEp. 64

Chris Strom - Brooklyn to Baghdad / NYPD Intelligence Division

In this episode Steve interviews retired NYPD Intelligence Division Sergeant Christopher Strom. Chris honed his interrogation skills in the US only to apply them later in the Middle East. As his book is titled "Brooklyn to Baghdad" this interview follows the same path! What a crazy and impressive law enforcement career!! We only scratched the surface in the interview, link to the book below! Brooklyn to Baghdad by Chris Strom https://www.amazon.com/Brooklyn-Baghdad-Intelligence-Fights-Terror-ebo...

Oct 28, 20201 hr 9 minEp. 63
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