Things Police See: Firsthand Accounts
372 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 16 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 670 ratingsMassachusetts 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.
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Episodes
TPS Cops In The News: 01/06/2020
January 11, 2020 21:58 - 50 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this episode Steve and Ken discuss the ridiculous news stories from the past week that involve the police. Visit www.bumpitmarketing.comFor all your digital marketing needs Support the show by using our amazon affiliate link or donating www.thingspolicesee.com [email protected] Join the FB community https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation [email protected]
Pyschotic Episode w/Dismemberment / Finger On The Trigger - Brad Nischwitz
January 06, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 37.5 MBIn 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 [email protected] FB Group https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Please rate and review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts!
TPS E32: Pyschotic Episode w/Dismemberment / Finger On The Trigger - Brad Nischwitz
January 06, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 37.5 MBIn 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 [email protected] FB Group https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Please rate and review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts!
TPS Cops In The News: 12/30/2019
January 05, 2020 01:32 - 43 minutes - 25.3 MBIn this episode Steve and Ken cover the police related news stories from the past week. Check out the new website!! www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB Group https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background Consultation www.policebackground.net
Shooting A Rock Star - Neal Smith
December 30, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 84.7 MBIn 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 Li...
TPS E31: Shooting A Rock Star - Neal Smith
December 30, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 84.7 MBIn 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 Li...
TPS Cops In The News: 12/23/2019
December 30, 2019 00:25 - 38 minutes - 22.3 MBIn this episode Steve and Ken discuss the leading news stories involving the police (week of 12/23/2019). Thank you for all the recent 5 star reviews!! [email protected] Join us on FB https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ [email protected] FB group https://www.facebook.com/PoliceBackgrounds/
Policing The OKC Metro Area - Blake Reichert
December 23, 2019 11:00 - 52 minutes - 60.2 MBIn 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! [email protected] 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/id13843558...
TPS E30: Policing The OKC Metro Area - Blake Reichert
December 23, 2019 11:00 - 52 minutes - 60.2 MBIn 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! [email protected] 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/id13843558...
TPS Cops In The News: 12/16/2019
December 21, 2019 21:03 - 36 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this weeks news podcast Ken brings us the truly bizarre, idiotic, and awesome stories of the week! Please donate to Sandra Carrasquillo's go fund me page so the she can have the best chance to defeat her stage 4 cancer! https://www.gofundme.com/f/8m42na-fight-the-fight?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet Contact Ken for background consultation [email protected] Contact Steve [email protected] FB Community https://www.facebo...
TPS E29: Commander Patrick Fitzgibbons - Meth Raid, Drunk Gumby, Positive Mindset
December 16, 2019 11:00 - 53 minutes - 61.3 MBIn 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 person...
Patrick Fitzgibbons - Meth Raid, Drunk Gumby, Positive Mindset
December 16, 2019 11:00 - 53 minutes - 61.3 MBIn 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 person...
TPS Cops In The News: 12/09/2019
December 14, 2019 23:44 - 39 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this episode Ken Roybal of Policebackground.net brings the stories from the past week. Ken's Background Consultation [email protected] FB https://www.facebook.com/PoliceBackgrounds/ (213) 444-6702 [email protected] FB group https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/
TPS E28: Policing Brooklyn - NY Officer Daniel Jurkowitsch
December 09, 2019 11:00 - 42 minutes - 48.5 MBIn 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. [email protected] Show Contacts [email protected] Join the Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/th...
Policing Brooklyn - NY Officer Daniel Jurkowitsch
December 09, 2019 11:00 - 42 minutes - 48.5 MBIn 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. [email protected] Show Contacts [email protected] Join the Facebook community! https://www.facebook.com/th...
TPS Cops In The News: 12/02/2019
December 08, 2019 02:56 - 36 minutes - 42.5 MBIn this bonus episode Ken Roybal joins Steve to bring the latest headlines pertaining to police. These stories get stranger ever week! Ken's Background Consultation [email protected] (213) 444-6702 [email protected] FB group https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/
TPS E27: Crazy Suicide Attempt / Active Shooter - Sean Thompson / San Francisco PD
December 02, 2019 11:00 - 57 minutes - 66.5 MBIn 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 [email protected] 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
Crazy Suicide Attempt / Active Shooter - Sean Thompson / San Francisco PD
December 02, 2019 11:00 - 57 minutes - 66.5 MBIn 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 [email protected] 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
TPS Cops In The News: Week of 11/25/2019
November 30, 2019 23:17 - 27 minutes - 31.5 MBIn this addition of Cops in The News we talk about the Oklahoma Lt. being charged with murder for killing an active shooter, CT warning its officers about social media posting, and a Starbucks employee labels an officer's coffee cup "Pig". Ken's contacts: (213) 444-6702 www.policebackground.net https://instagram.com/la_backgrounds13?igshid=12jnnrja7j4i1 TPS contact: [email protected] Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/
Ben Kelly - Seattle PD
November 25, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBIn 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. [email protected] Join the FB community https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/
TPS E26: Confronting A Cop Killer - Ben Kelly / Seattle PD
November 25, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBIn 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. [email protected] Join the FB community https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/
TPS: Police In The News - Current Events From The Past Week 11/22/2019
November 23, 2019 22:56 - 23 minutes - 27.7 MBThis is a new format I will be doing to give the fans of TPS some bonus content in addition to the interviews that drop on Monday. Join Ken Roybal (ret LAPD) and I as we go over the police related news stories from the past week or so. Ken posts all the current events from the week on his FB page https://www.facebook.com/PoliceBackgrounds/ TPS Contact [email protected] FB https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/
Tennessee Officer Kyler Cline - Wrestling For Your Life, Nighttime B&E, Juvenile Killed
November 18, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBTPS 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!
TPS E25: Tennessee Officer Kyler Cline - Wrestling For Your Life, Nighttime B&E, Juvenile Killed
November 18, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBTPS 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!
Undercover LAPD VICE, Internal Affairs
October 23, 2018 10:00 - 28 minutes - 32.8 MBIn 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.
TPS E24: Undercover Work, LAPD VICE, Internal Affairs
October 23, 2018 10:00 - 28 minutes - 32.8 MBIn 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.
Judge Kavanaugh Investigation
October 16, 2018 10:00 - 24 minutes - 28.4 MBIn 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. [email protected]
TPS E23: Background Expert On Judge Kavanaugh Investigation
October 16, 2018 10:00 - 24 minutes - 28.4 MBIn 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. [email protected]
Bag Of Dildos, Listener Questions, Stinky LA
October 08, 2018 14:21 - 28 minutes - 33.3 MBIn this episode Steve commutes home from his security gig while he answers listener questions and recalls some funny moments from his police career. [email protected]
TPS E22: Bag Of Dildos, Listener Questions, Stinky LA
October 08, 2018 14:21 - 28 minutes - 33.3 MBIn this episode Steve commutes home from his security gig while he answers listener questions and recalls some funny moments from his police career. [email protected]
TPS E21: Beto O'Rourke, Fatal Crash, Death Notification
September 24, 2018 10:00 - 26 minutes - 30.7 MBIn 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. [email protected]
Beto O'Rourke, Fatal Crash, Death Notification
September 24, 2018 10:00 - 26 minutes - 30.7 MBIn 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. [email protected]
TPS E20: From Inner-City Kid To Cop - Chris Jay LAPD
September 17, 2018 10:00 - 49 minutes - 57.3 MBIn 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 [email protected] Contact...
Inner-City Kid To Cop - Chris Jay LAPD
September 17, 2018 10:00 - 49 minutes - 57.3 MBIn 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 [email protected] Contact...
TPS E19: Quadruple Homicide - Jay Moberly LAPD Robbery Homicide Division
September 10, 2018 10:00 - 42 minutes - 24.7 MBIn 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. [email protected]
Quadruple Homicide - Jay Moberly LAPD Robbery Homicide Division
September 10, 2018 10:00 - 42 minutes - 24.7 MBIn 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. [email protected]
TPS E18: Bill Norton - Media vs Police, FB politics, Intense Moments
September 03, 2018 10:00 - 48 minutes - 56.5 MBIn 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 [email protected]
Bill Norton - Media vs Police, FB politics, Intense Moments
September 03, 2018 10:00 - 48 minutes - 56.5 MBIn 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 [email protected]
TPS E17: Cop To Army Combat Medic To Cop - NH Officer Shares His Unique Career Path
August 27, 2018 10:00 - 68.4 MBIn this episode I sit down with an active New Hampshire Officer. Jon is a patrol officer, SWAT team member, and Army Combat Medic. He first became a cop and then at the age of 30 enlisted in the Army. We talk about finding your first suicide victim and Jon tells us about encountering Abbie Hernandez's captor. Jon's career path is interesting to say the least AND he has the stories to prove it! [email protected] U.S. Law Enforcement FB page https://www.facebook.com/wearelawe...
TPS E16: Ken Roybal - Crazy Riot Stories, Police Chaplain, Background Investigations
August 20, 2018 10:00 - 42 minutes - 49 MBIn this episode I surprise interview a veteran of the LAPD. Ken Roybal saw a lot and did a lot during his career at one of the nations largest departments. We talk about being a boot in the 1980's, responding to the LA riots, and his 5 year stint as a Police Chaplain. Ken has a ton of great stories and it was really fun hearing him tell them! If you have any police background investigation questions email me and I will do another episode with Ken where we answer them. thingspolicesee...
Police Helicopter Pilot Eric Weidner
August 13, 2018 10:00 - 57 minutes - 65.9 MBIn this interview we talk police air support. Ever wonder what it’s like to chase down a bad guy from the air? Fire a gun from a chopper? Be blinded by a green lazer while flying? Eric Weidner has the answer to all these questions and more! Really fun chat that gives you a peak into the life of a police pilot. Join the Facebook community https://m.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Email Steve [email protected]
TPS E15: Police Helicopter Pilot Eric Weidner
August 13, 2018 10:00 - 57 minutes - 65.9 MBIn this interview we talk police air support. Ever wonder what it’s like to chase down a bad guy from the air? Fire a gun from a chopper? Be blinded by a green lazer while flying? Eric Weidner has the answer to all these questions and more! Really fun chat that gives you a peak into the life of a police pilot. Join the Facebook community https://m.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Email Steve [email protected]
Annie Ross Cold Case Murder Solved - Jim Engen
August 06, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBIn this episode Steve sits down with retired Police Captain Jim Engen. Jim takes us through the brutal murder of Annie Ross in 1974 and the cold case that followed for 40 years. When Jim made captain at the La Palma Police Department he re-opened the case and began a vigorous investigation. After many hours, several donated, they were able to finally track down the murderer and arrest him. contact Steve at [email protected]
TPS E14: Annie Ross Cold Case Murder Solved - Jim Engen
August 06, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBIn this episode Steve sits down with retired Police Captain Jim Engen. Jim takes us through the brutal murder of Annie Ross in 1974 and the cold case that followed for 40 years. When Jim made captain at the La Palma Police Department he re-opened the case and began a vigorous investigation. After many hours, several donated, they were able to finally track down the murderer and arrest him. contact Steve at [email protected]
TPS E13: Security vs. Police, Crime Scene Fly In The Mouth, Minimum Age For Police
July 30, 2018 10:00 - 19 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this episode Steve answers listener's questions and also shares a funny/disgusting story from a crime. Questions you want answered in an upcoming episode? Shoot an email to [email protected]
Security vs. Police, Crime Scene Fly In The Mouth, Minimum Age For Police
July 30, 2018 10:00 - 19 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this episode Steve answers listener's questions and also shares a funny/disgusting story from a crime. Questions you want answered in an upcoming episode? Shoot an email to [email protected]
TPS E12: Jon Pierpont - 34 Years Policing Cape Cod
July 23, 2018 10:00 - 42 minutes - 49.4 MBIn this episode I chat with retired Eastham Police Sergeant Jon Pierpont. Jon was on the job for 34 years starting in the late 1960's. We talk about policing over the past 50 years and Jon shares some great stories from his career. [email protected]
TPS E11: SoCal K9 Handler On Patrol
July 16, 2018 10:00 - 26 minutes - 31.4 MBIn this episode Steve interviews a SoCal K9 handler by the name of Paul. He is still active in law enforcement so we just go by his first name. In fact, the interview takes place while Paul is on duty so please excuse the interruption! Steve and Paul discuss K9 work, bizarre calls, and the media.
SoCal K9 Handler On Patrol
July 16, 2018 10:00 - 26 minutes - 31.4 MBIn this episode Steve interviews a SoCal K9 handler by the name of Paul. He is still active in law enforcement so we just go by his first name. In fact, the interview takes place while Paul is on duty so please excuse the interruption! Steve and Paul discuss K9 work, bizarre calls, and the media.
Most Evil Criminal and Dumbest Criminal
July 09, 2018 10:00 - 18 minutes - 21.8 MBIn this episode Steve goes solo and answers some questions from a listener. Don't worry there are police stories shared! Steve talks about the most evil criminal he encountered on the job and the dumbest criminal. The podcast is growing at a steady pace and I have all of you to thank! If you like the show please subscribe and maybe share it with a friend. I would love to hear what you think or answer any quesitons that you may have. [email protected]