Send us a text Having Jim on the show was a blast from the past. He's still the funny guy I met when he was my Academy Class Sergeant in 1998! He retired after 26 years on the department and, in Sept 2021, started his own RV Repair business after becoming a Certified Technician. His business is Code 3 Mobile RV Repair, find him on Facebook under "Code 3 Mobile RV" or at Code3MobileRV@gmail.com. So now sit back and relax, enjoy this episode of Choir Practice and let's give a w...
Oct 05, 2022•3 hr 21 min•Ep 44•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text I'm honored to have Frank on the show. He was SWAT, he was K9, but most of all he was one of those Sergeants who had been on a long time and was a great resource for me when I was a newbie Sgt. He had a great career and now he travels from Police Motorcycle and K9 competitions taking some really cool photos. Tune in and enjoy our newest member of "The Squad." Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https://www.instagr...
Sep 28, 2022•3 hr 57 min•Ep 43•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Nate and I have known each other since he was a rookie! He came over and shared stories from his career and what made him walk away when he was just a few years from retirement. I enjoyed the conversation, and I know you all will enjoy the episode. Thanks again, first and foremost to my guests, and all the listeners! We are closing in on a complete year of episodes. It's still amazes me how far we've come, it's humbling that all my guests have agreed to come and sha...
Sep 21, 2022•4 hr 49 min•Ep 42•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Bill started his own podcast with two nephews called Badges and Bars. After a pretty good run, they had to pause the podcast, but Bill clearly has a plethora of cases he wants to get out there for listeners to check out! I enjoy his company, we enjoy smoking cigars and I just happen to have the platform where he can come and hang out for a few hours and share some of his many cases. This episode, he speaks about the murder of a Tucson Police Officer, Eric Hite, which was a very pe...
Sep 14, 2022•2 hr 41 min•Ep 41•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text I want to welcome Ed to The Squad. He was medically retired and he shares the facts behind that on the show. He almost made it to 20 years, but he had a very full career. I really enjoyed getting to know him and I think you are going to love this episode too! Turn it up, and enjoy! This week, you all helped this show go over 10,000 downloads! You ROCK! I'm so happy to know my friends legacies are being heard and that you are enjoying them as much as I do. Be safe out there! C...
Sep 07, 2022•5 hr 41 min•Ep 40•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Rick Pearson, what can I say? The guy is a pilot, a Sergeant, undercover, he was one of my academy instructors, and he's most definitely a comedian... I enjoyed having Rick on the show and I think you are going to love his stories. Don't be afraid of the photo, I couldn't get him to take a real one! So tune is, enjoy his 27 years and give him a warm welcome to The Squad... Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https...
Aug 31, 2022•4 hr 6 min•Ep 39•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Anissa was on the Tucson Police Department for 11 years. She decided to leave and now runs her own horse rescue while working with an organization who does Equine Therapy. Her experiences on the department had me laughing and she brings a different perspective about her time on the agency that I think you are gonna want to hear. From dressing down to be a prostitute in "John stings" to doing bar checks in the strip clubs to ensure compliance with local laws. "Queue ...
Aug 24, 2022•3 hr 54 min•Ep 38•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text I am so excited for you all to meet Nancy. She is hopefully the first of many "civilian" interviews on this show... I knew who Nancy was on the police department, but what I did not know was that she started her career as Crime Scene Technician. I always just knew her as the Property/ Evidence Superintendent! One day I saw her commenting on episodes on the Choir Practice FB page. I also noticed, through FB, that she was courageously fighting her own personal battle with ...
Aug 17, 2022•3 hr 23 min•Ep 37•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Marty started his career as a cop in housing projects in Boston, as he said...a million years ago. He moved to several agencies before finding his home here in the Old Pueblo. He served with distinction and a Boston attitude! It is my honor to have him share his legacy on the show, I'm so glad he accepted my invite and hung out for a few hours. Please, give him a warm Choir Practice welcome and enjoy the show... Be safe out there y'all! Come see me on Facebook at https:/...
Aug 10, 2022•3 hr 4 min•Ep 36•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text George is a great guy! He is one of those guys that everyone knows, everyone likes and always had a great attitude over the years. These are all reasons I knew I wanted him on the show. He also just happens to have some pretty good cop stories to share. One of which made him notorious on the Tucson Police Department, so tune in and don't miss this episode. Thanks again to all the faithful members of the Squad who continue to make this podcast grow, make it fun and tune in rel...
Aug 03, 2022•2 hr 21 min•Ep 35•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Like Dan Lewis, Lew was always a wacky character, but a solid cops cop. We worked together a couple times over the years. He has some great stories to share and creates a legacy his family and friends can certainly be proud of...buckle up and hang on...Lew is a fun episode, welcome him in to the Squad and enjoy the show! 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/...
Jul 27, 2022•3 hr 58 min•Ep 34•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Dan and I remain friends to this day, but never worked together! In his episode we discuss how he chose law enforcement and the situations that made him realize he needed to leave law enforcement behind. We also discuss BoulderCrest and how it has been instrumental in his healing process. His story is like so many others, he sheds some light on PTSD/ PTSI and how he still actively puts in the work to combat it. Give him a warm welcome and enjoy the show! Come see me on Facebook at...
Jul 20, 2022•3 hr 56 min•Ep 33•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Nancy and I worked together at the end of our careers. She was the Detective Sgt in Operations Division South. We handled some capers during this time, and I felt like we were pretty solid friends, but I actually learned a lot about Nancy during our interview. There was so much more to her career than I ever knew. I've mentioned her in previous episodes, she was a Hostage Negotiator, and she got into a shooting of her own. She shares how all of her experiences impacted her pr...
Jul 13, 2022•4 hr 28 min•Ep 32•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Hey everyone! This week I had Lt. Dominic Flores stop by. His story is awesome, how he decided to become a public servant and serve not only his community, but also our Country as an NCO in the United States Air Force. He shared parts of his career but the true meaning behind his visit was to share more about the BoulderCrest StruggleWell program. The Tucson Police Department is working to have every officer in their department attend this program. It provides tools for officers t...
Jul 06, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Mike served the City of Tucson for 29 years. We worked together I the office of Internal Affairs, but he was a Motor officer, A SWAT Operator, a Sergeant and a good cop. He's always been a pretty funny guy, but definitely a guy you would want to have standing next to you if a situation started to go sideways. I'm very happy he decided to come and share. His wife was also on the department, and I believe his kids went on to become officers as well. Don't miss out, yo...
Jun 29, 2022•4 hr 31 min•Ep 31•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Welcome back to Choir Practice! There was no way we were going to be able to capture 30 years in law enforcement in just one episode! "The human rolodex" had to return to share more experiences, refute Charles Blue and Dan Lewis' claims and set the record straight! All kidding aside, I appreciate Mark for his willingness to be on the show, to share about his battle with cancer and share his experiences with you, "The Squad." As the host, however, I'm ...
Jun 22, 2022•2 hr 19 min•Ep 30•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text When Ari first came on the show, he wrapped up the episode by talking about pulling a traffic stop on an airplane while working undercover, spending 18 years in the Hostage Negotiations Unit and a few other stories that didn't make it into his fist interview!!! There was NO way I wasn't having him come back to explain himself! Haha I loved the conversation, but MOST of all I appreciate him for sharing about the work he is doing with 1-800-COPLINE (267-5463). We recently ...
Jun 15, 2022•2 hr 21 min•Ep 29•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Raul and I were connected by my former co-worker, Dan Spencer, owner of Filthy Pirate Coffee. As soon as I met Raul, I knew two things: 1) I definitely want him on the show, 2) I bring him my business and recommend him for anyone needing screen printing. He started Del Designs (Find him on Instagram) several years before retiring from US CBP and he does great work, but more importantly his story of being a first generation US citizen, joining the Marine Corps and then Border Patro...
Jun 08, 2022•4 hr 37 min•Ep 28•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Throughout our careers, Dan and I had the pleasure of working together. He's genuinely one of my favorite people on the department. He's always been a comedian, so the stories and experiences surrounding Dan, whether told by him or those who know and love him, always had a hilarious spin. He accomplished many great achievements throughout his career, but I'm happiest that he has earned his well deserved retirement. I wish him nothing but the best...please grab a col...
Jun 01, 2022•3 hr 23 min•Ep 27•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Paul and I were introduced by Gary Youngling (Episode 2). He came over and we hit it off, much like all my guests. We never worked together, but share a kindred spirit by our similar work experiences. It turns out he was in the academy with Lillian George (Episode 10)! He served the county with distinction and, in his episode, reflects on some of the more extraordinary calls he handled in the Unincorporated parts of Pima County. Give him a warm "Choir Practice Squad" wel...
May 25, 2022•4 hr 45 min•Ep 26•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Chuck and I ran out of time in his debut episode, but he was able to come back a couple days later and we got this episode in the books. Listen in, we chat about his shooting but we also cover one of the most "Stand up" gestures I've ever witnessed in my career. Again, it's good to call him friend and I'm glad he's in the club. He's also a part of the Public Safety Charitable Foundation , which can be found on Facebook, and their mission is to pr...
May 18, 2022•2 hr 51 min•Ep 25•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Dave began his career working in Corrections, then Adult Probation before becoming a Tucson Police Officer. We worked together briefly in Operations Division South before he retired and went to work in his family's real estate business. We had a great conversation, you won't want to miss his experiences on this week's episode! 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...
May 11, 2022•3 hr 54 min•Ep 24•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Meet Charles Blue, mover and shaker, who retired from the police department early after suffering a career ending injury. He works in real estate now and is always "working a deal" so I'm honored to have wrangled him long enough to capture his episode. Like several others, he had to come back to finish sharing his stories so DO NOT miss the second part of this interview. Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at https:/...
May 04, 2022•2 hr 1 min•Ep 23•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Ari is a retired Tucson Police Officer who moved on to bigger and better things. Once retired, he became the Head of Security for our local power company. But more interestingly, he's been almost a lifelong member of his band, Broken Romeo, and also moonlights as a DJ on his own radio show on mojo radio. I enjoyed getting to know him better, you will too. Like several of my previous guests, Ari has to return for part 2 because he realized, as we were wrapping up, that he neve...
Apr 27, 2022•4 hr 34 min•Ep 22•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Mark is a great guy! He's a retired Sergeant and human rolodex! He had the uncanny ability to remember small facts about people, places and things...sometimes more reliable than NCIC! He's battling some personal medical issues, so this interview was very special to me and you will not want to miss it. Because he "The Human Rolodex," he is coming back soon because we ran out of time to share all of the memories he wanted to get on the record! Please don't p...
Apr 20, 2022•4 hr 42 min•Ep 21•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Good morning Squad and welcome to another episode of Choir Practice! Today's guest, Jennifer Gastelum , is retired from Pima County Adult Probation and now started a life coaching business "Thin Blue Line Coaching" that helps first responders create healthy habits (mentally, physically, etc) and she works with "The Wounded Blue," a peer support training organization for police officers/ first responders. Give her a warm welcome to the squad and be safe out...
Apr 13, 2022•2 hr 6 min•Ep 20•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text David and I never worked together but hooked up via social media and got this episode knocked out! It was nice to finally get to know him, hear his perspective on his career in both AZ Dept of Corrections and Tucson Police. He has some stories you won't wanna miss, but more importantly hear about his new venture, Brave Dog LLC, where he trains dogs to help people who suffer from PTSD. He is a super cool dude and we had a great interview. Welcome him to the squad, and as alway...
Apr 06, 2022•3 hr 12 min•Ep 19•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text BART! We first met at the Pima County Corrections academy in 1996! Hard to believe we've known each other 26 years. Bart recounts his experiences from State Juvenile Corrections, County Corrections and then his career with the Tucson Police. We had a blast catching up, you won't wanna miss it! He's another good friend, down to earth and an all around "Cop's cop!" Check out the episode and I hope you enjoy getting to know Bart. Be safe out there! Come ...
Mar 30, 2022•3 hr 21 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Ben Frie is currently a Sgt with the Tucson Police Department. We met in 2004-2005 working in the Downtown Division. We chat about his career, how he fell into law enforcement and many of the harrowing experiences he's conquered during his tenure with the agency, both in patrol and as a SWAT team member. I consider him a friend, an excellent Sgt and a great cop. Tune in and turn it up! Come see me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/choir.practice.94 or on Instagram at ht...
Mar 23, 2022•3 hr 37 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast Send us a text Kurt and I had such a good conversation that it ran long and I decided to split it into two episodes. Last week we touched on how he chose law enforcement and the tales from his career, this week we continue to discuss his personal experience with PTSD and the organizations he is involved in who help first responders, and Veterans, cope with PTSD. If you've listened this far, you won't want to miss "the rest of the story." Come see me on Facebook at https://www...
Mar 16, 2022•2 hr 33 min•Ep 16•Transcript available on Metacast 
