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Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts

Steven Gould: Police Officer, Background Investigator

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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01:09:58

DEA Special Agent - Michael W. Brown

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2022/01/12

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

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01:57:33

Interview & Interrogation (Part 2)

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/11/30

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

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01:08:05

U.S. Customs Agent Bob Starkman

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/11/17

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

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01:55:27

The Garda - Irish Officer "Sean"

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/11/17

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

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01:05:05

Philadelphia PD - Michael Riley

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/11/03

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

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01:04:23

Anthony McNeil - Detroit Metro

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/10/21

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

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01:00:27

Twin Coppers From Illinois

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/10/06

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

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01:12:51

Ralph Friedman - NYPD Legend

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/09/22

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

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01:17:32

Denver SWAT K9 - Brett Titus

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/09/08

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

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01:11:59

Iowa Deputy Sheriff Sadie Hansen

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/08/25

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

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01:29:26

Bridget Truxillo - Florida Deputy!

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/08/11

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

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01:40:03

Dr. Stephen Morreale - DEA Agent (ret)

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/07/28

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

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01:15:10

Mark Andrew Kelly - East Hartford PD

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/07/14

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

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01:33:59

Disqualified From The Police Application Process -...

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/05/12

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

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01:11:36

Marc Cameron - US Marshal & NY Times Best Selling Author

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/05/05

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 the

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02:02:36

Interview & Interrogation w/ Gary Steiner (Part 1)

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/04/28

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

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01:00:33

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

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/04/21

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

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01:04:49

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

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/04/07

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

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01:30:12

Jimmy Meeks - Cop / Minister

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/03/31

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

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01:01:17

Rahul Sidhu - Redondo Beach PD / Philly EMT

Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts ·

2021/03/24

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

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