Things Police See: First Hand Accounts

In this episode Steve is interviewed by Ken.  Ken asks about Steve's crazy calls, leaving police work, and the struggles that face all police officers.  www.thingspolicesee.com Shop the store for Things Police See Merch!! Visit the website and use our Amazon affiliate link to do your shopping!! If you really love the podcast click the donate button and help support the show!!   Background consultation   www.policebackground.net Contact Ken  Ken@policebackground.net    

In this episode Steve and Ken interview Pennsylvania Officer Beth Sandborn.  Beth works an area 10 miles north of Philadelphia where the policing begins to get more rural.  She has some great stories from the job and really good insight into being  a school resource officer.   support the show by visiting www.thingspolicesee.com and clicking through our amazon affiliate link or donating!! Join the facebook community https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ steve@thingspolicesee.com Reach out to Ken for a background consultation ken@policebackground.net 

In this episode Steve and Ken chat with retired female officer, Toni Sisk.  Toni worked patrol for Tuscaloosa PD before being assigned to investigations in the SVU where she finished up her career.  Visit the website to contact us! You can also support the show through a donation or by using or Amazon affiliate link located at www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/?ref=bookmarks Background Consultation: Ken@policebackground.net    

In this episode Steve and Ken pick the brain of 20 year LAPD veteran, Andrew Gonzalez.  Andrew works in one of the most dangerous parts of the city and shares a lot of insight into gang culture.  He is clearly dedicated to the community and loves his job.   www.thingspolicesee.com Andrew's company Battle Cry Gear - https://www.battlecrygear.com/ @battlecrygear on Instagram  steve@thingspolicesee.com ken@policebackground.net  

In this episode Ken and I chat with a special constable from the UK.  Sooooo many questions!! This was a really fun interview and Bill had some really great stories! He describes to us responding to the 2017 Manchester Arena Bombing that occurred right after a Ariana Grande concert.  Be warned these stories are INTENSE! www.thingspolicesee.com steve@thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/?notif_id=1576973037582886&notif_t=page_invite_accept ken@policebackground.net Policebackground.net on FB https://www.facebook.com/PoliceBackgrounds/  

In this episode I talk with Montgomery County Sheriff's Deputy Brad Nischwitz (ret).  Brad has some great stories from his time on the job.  One of these stories is the craziest I've ever heard (very graphic).  You can't make this stuff up! www.thingspolicesee.com steve@thingspolicesee.com FB Group https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Please rate and review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts!

In this episode Steve and Ken chat with Macon, GA officer Neal Smith.  Neal did almost 40 years policing the deep south and his stories are INSANE! From shooting Ronnie Hammond of the Atlanta Rhythm Section to finding a severed head in the street, Neal has seen more than his fair share.  He has some crazy stories and he's written a book to chronicle his experiences.   Blue Truth / Liberal Lies - Neal Smith https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Truth-Liberal-Lies-Smith/dp/1977215106 Thin Blue Line America https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=thin%20blue%20line%20america&epa=SEARCH_BOX steve@thingspolicesee.com FB Group  / https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/      

In this episode Ken and I chat with Oklahoma officer Blake Reichert.  Blake is a young officer but don't let that fool you, he is very squared away.  Blake has some great stories from policing his beat in the OKC metro area.   New Website! www.thingspolicesee.com New email! steve@thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Please rate and review on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2

In this episode my co-host, Ken Roybal (ret LAPD), and I chat with Patrick Fitzgibbons retired Colorado Police Commander.  Patrick had a very successful carrier as a police officer and is having just as much success in the private sector! He hosts the CJ Evolution podcast where he interviews law enforcement professionals about their carriers and post LEO carriers.  He wrote his book "Evolve" to help motivate, educate, and inspire the criminal justice professional.  Patrick also offers personal coaching to help you reach the next level of your career and life.  Follow the link below to learn more about Patrick and the services he offers. www.cjevolution.com Contact TPS at steve@thingspolicesee.com Join us on FB https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/

In this episode I chat with New York Officer, Daniel Jurkowitsch.  Daniel's got some great stories from the mean streets of Brooklyn and also shares a great positive perspective for policing in these times.   Daniel's Company - Bumpit Marketing Daniel extends a generous offer to help guide officers who want to start a side business in the digital world.   Dan@bumpitmarketing.com   Show Contacts Thingspolicesee@gmail.com Join the Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/

In this episode I talk with San Francisco Police Officer Sean Thompson.  Sean recalls some CRAZY incidents from his past 3 years on the road.  Sean hosts his own podcasts, see links below. Contact the podcast at steve@thingspolicesee.com Sean's Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/goodbad-2-no-holds-barred/id1478553571 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/goodbad-2-the-sequel/id1470219449  

In this episode I talk with Officer Ben Kelly of the Seattle Police Department.  Ben takes us through his deadly encounter with a cop killer that had targeted him as his next victim.   thingspolicesee@gmail.com Join the FB community https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/

TPS is back!! Thank you for all the messages and support over the past year!! In this episode I chat with Tennessee Officer Kyler Cline.  Kyler's got some great on the job stories from one of my favorite states!

In this episode my pal Dave Escoto returns to tell us about going under cover for LAPD VICE and also working Internal Affairs.  Dave shares some great stories while he answers listener's questions.  

In this episode Steve is joined by his good friend and background investigation expert Ken Roybal.  Steve and Ken examine the Kavanaugh confirmation circus and the following supplemental investigation.  Ken's commentary on the ordeal gives some really great insight and should clear up any lingering questions in your mind.   thingspolicesee@gmail.com

In this episode Steve commutes home from his security gig while he answers listener questions and recalls some funny moments from his police career.   thingspolicesee@gmail.com

In this episode I fly solo recalling one of the more disturbing accident scenes I responded to.  Things also get a little political as I discuss Beto O'Rourke's thoughts on police.   thingspolicesee@gmail.com    

In this episode I interview LAPD Officer Chris Jay.  Chris grew up in a rough neighborhood in LA and now patrols the same area.  We talk about his struggle to get on the job, responding to gang shootings, and the stress that officers are exposed to on a daily basis.  Chris also recalls living through the LA riots at the age of 12 years old.   Support Chris's non-profit organization that honors fallen officers and their families.   www.bluecoatmusic.org Chris@bluecoatmusic.org Contact Steve thingspolicesee@gmail.com 

In this episode I sit down with retired LAPD Robbery Homicide Detective Jay Moberly.  A mans family is murdered and his house is set on fire when he is away.  The events that lead up to the horrific crime stem from a dispute between two local business owners.  Jay takes us through the discovery of the crime, the investigation, and the arrest of the suspects. thingspolicesee@gmail.com  

In this episode I chat with 18 year police veteran Bill Norton.  We chat about intense moments in his career, FB fights that lose family, and the state of the media and how they report on the police.  Bill takes us way back to his days as a summer officer in Scituate, MA and how policing has changed over the years.   contact the show at thingspolicesee@gmail.com