Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts

In this episode Steve interviews Gary Steiner, retired Santa Monica PD.  Gary had a long and incredible career with TONS of crazy stories!  Please continue to support the show by going to www.thingspolicesee.com to donate!! Support-Donate / Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact   www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!   https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultat...

In this episode Steve interviews 39 year Houston Police veteran Chris Andersen.  Chris worked patrol, homicide, SWAT, and the high risk surveillance team.  He tells some great stories ending with his involvement in tracking down a robbery crew that utilized a sniper to take out armored guards.  Check out his book linked below, available by ebook and paperback! The Sniper: Hunting A Serial - A True...

In this episode Steve and Ken interview retired Lieutenant Charles Garnder of the New York State Department of Corrections.  Charles talks about his career as a corrections officer and gives a detailed account of the now infamous Dannemora prison break.   Charles A. Gardner spent twenty-five years in the corrections profession in Northern New York, and began his training at Clinton Correctional Fa...

In this Episode Steve and Ken interview a South Dakota Deputy Sheriff!  Jeff has some great stories from policing the Midwest and we had a blast talking with him!! Support-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

In this episode Steve and Ken chat with retired NYPD Lieutenant Peter J. Pranzo (21 years).  Peter takes us back to New York City in the 1960's and 70's, one of the most tumultuous and violent times in the history of the city.  Shootings occurred on a daily basis and Peter had to deal with the likes of the Gambino crime family and the Black Liberation Army.  Peter had us on the edge of our seats! ...

In this episode Steve and Ken interview 42 year police veteran Gregory Fell! He did a full career on the Yuma Police Department and is now working as a college police officer.  Greg has some great stories and his passion for the job comes through in this fun interview! Support-Donate / Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact   www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!   https://www.face...

In this episode Steve and Ken sit down with retired Georgia lawman Jimmy Barbee.  Jimmy told story after story of absolute craziness!! You are NOT gonna believe what he's seen!! Support-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

In this episode Steve interviews retired FBI agent David Nadolski.  Dave ended his career in the Boston office where he, with the help of an informant, executed the biggest sting operation of his career.  Listen to Dave give his riveting account of the Loomis Fargo heist sting!!  Dave is in the process of publishing a book based on the sting. Keep you eyes open for "Bird-dog" coming soon! Support-...

In this episode Steve and Ken chat with a Washington officer about starting his career with LAPD and later shipping up to Washington State.  Support-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

In this episode Steve and Ken chat with Deputy Field Cross of the Halifax County Sheriff's Department (Virginia).  Field is a K9 handler but not for one of those pointy eared fur missiles.  His partner is no other than the legendary Bloodhound!  Field has some great stories and fascinating insight into the world of tracking.   Support-Donate / Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact   www.th...

In this episode Steve and Ken chat with Steven Hollowell about his journey from LAPD Explorer to LAPD Officer.  Steven has some great stories and also a really great outlook on things.   Check Steven out on Instagram and Facebook! His side hustle is called The Missing Piece To Your events https://www.facebook.com/Precisionmadeevents/ Support-Donate / Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  ...

In this episode Steve and Ken chat with a 13 year Pennsylvania police veteran named Jay.  Jay polices a small town in western PA and is also a member of a state/federal drug task force.   Support-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

In this episode Steve and Ken chat with a veteran police officer from the Metro Nashville area named Clay.  Clay has some wild stories that he delivers with the skills of a master story teller! Support-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...

In this episode Steve and Ken interview retired Pomona Homicide Detective Dan Kono.  Dan had 30 years of service with the last 18 being a homicide detective.  His stories are truly insane and very intense!  Support-Donate / Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact     www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!   https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@polic...

In this episode Lindy Gligorijevic (LAPD D3 retired) pulls no punches telling us her journey to becoming a Homicide Detective for LAPD.  The 1980's were a challenging time for a woman looking to become a police officer and Lindy navigated these waters expertly. She is now the Chief Investigator for the Tulare County DA's Office.  Lindy is also a highly rated author with two amazing novels availabl...

In this episode Steve and Ken sit down with Keith from the Cop Life Podcast www.coplifepodcast.com Keith works for a large agency in Texas and boy does he have some stories! Check out his website and podcast! www.thingspolicesee.com Amazon Link / Support the show! https://www.amazon.com/b?_encoding=UTF8&tag=thingspolices-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=6fe531a7324d0dca4c02e1831b3e6048&camp=1789&creative=93...

In this episode Steve and Ken interview LAPD veteran Bill Urrutia.  Bill started his career in 1985 and has some great stories from the mean streets of LA. Amazon Link / Support the show! https://www.amazon.com/b?_encoding=UTF8&tag=thingspolices-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=6fe531a7324d0dca4c02e1831b3e6048&camp=1789&creative=9325&node=10272111 Visit the website to shop merch, donate, listen, and apply t...

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 consulta...

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 th...

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/...

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.c...

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...

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 - N...

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 iTune...