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I couldn't believe that when I looked back, Terry had been on the show in July 2024!!! Time flies! But he promised he would come back with more stories, he returned with more whiskey, and we had a good time just hanging out and slanging out new stories! 

I'm excited for the new year, new guests and new episodes. I'm grateful you all are along for the ride. Buckle up, turn it up...make sure you have a strong drink in your hand and let's get this show going!

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As the holidays get closer, I'm able to look back over the last three years and just appreciate all the great people I know. Jen is one of them! Her episode has 668 downloads to date.

That makes me so happy for her and happy for the show. That means you all get to meet them and hear about their careers! Buckle up, show her some love and listen in to why she is THE third most popular episode!

If your buddies cross your. mind, call or text them! It might just make all the difference. 

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Don't sleep on this one! As promised, the much acclaimed Jon Woglemuth is back! There is whiskey, cop tales and shenanigans all in this episode!

I'm so grateful he was able to come back so quickly so we could put a nice little bow on his career! Follow me on FB, instagram or leave comments here on Buzzsprout! Let me know what you thought, show Jon some love and enjoy the episode!!!!

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Just shy of 21 years of honorable service to the "Old Pueblo."

A University of Arizona grad and O/Malley's bartender- turned police officer apparently isn't as random as I suspected. Jon rattled off about 6 names of other folks who took a similar path! His degree in chemistry, and TA'ing at the university  threw me for a loop, but that's how these interviews consistently surprise me when discovering people's path to public service!!!!

He said something I might have to put on a t-shirt: "It was their worst day, but for you it was Thursday." Yeah...we like to wax poetic here on the show sometimes!!!

In typical fashion, we made it through his patrol years (a little over 9 years) and he is coming back next week to tell us about his 9+ years as a night detective.

Tune in, tell your friends, and show him some love... 

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Joe reached out through LinkedIn, we met at the door when he arrived, and then proceeded to put down 3 hours of war stories!!! That is THE beauty of Choir Practice, but also the beauty of this profession! Similar shared experiences create an atmosphere where stories and memories flow. I hope you enjoy this episode, Joe had a brief career, but jam packed with experiences and I enjoyed hosting him...

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Darren is another guest recommended to me by Bill Hanson, thanks Bill! 

Almost 30 years with Phoenix PD, 4 years in the United States Army prior to that! A life of service, a unique story on how he realized he wanted to spend his life helping people, and a smattering of police shootings to boot!

You won't regret tuning in, you'll be sorry if you sleep on this one! We had a great time and I can't wait to have him back! It's hard to compress that many years into just a couple hours, so be looking for him to return soon.

Send me a fan mail, or leave a comment about this or any episode. So grateful for the faithful listeners on this journey with me...

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My guest this week was introduced to me by Bill Hanson! Mike and I texted a few times and made plans for him to join The Squad!

He spent 32 years with San Bernardino County, rising through the ranks, and had plenty of super cool experiences along the way. Considering his interest during college was biology, he got an up close look at humanity and the shenanigans that ensue from the craziest of biology's animals!!!! HAHAHAHHA 

I appreciated his time, loved hearing his stories, and he will be another member of the squad who needs to return because he has so many more experiences to share...

Give Mike a warm welcome and please, enjoy the episode...

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As promised, Terry is back! There's just no way to get all the stories from a 35 year career captured in just one episode!!! He returned will all new stories I can't wait for you all to hear.

We also chatted more about the Arizona Fallen Hero Memorial Riders and how they raise funds to help the families of first responders when an officer is injured or killed in the line of duty. Terry had just gotten back from riding in Northern AZ, raising funds which they provided to the 100 club of AZ, who has similar mission.

We had a good time, I'm glad to know him, and even more glad you all get to know him too! Turn it up and enjoy!

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I'm so glad I was able to have Sean on the show. His upbringing and pathway to this branch of Law Enforcement has to be one of the most unique yet! He served several years in the Navy before being hired and working for the AZ Dept. of Corrections in Safford and Douglas, AZ. 

Ultimately he was hired by Pima County where his career took off. He helped create Security Services which tracked gangs and gang activity within the jail. This was such a goldmine of information, not only did he become a subject matter expert for prosecutors, he became a tremendous resource to investigators on the streets as well. 

Now, he travels across the US, teaching jailers and helping agencies write policy to prevent lawsuits. Give him a warm, Choir Practice, welcome and enjoy the show! Catch it here or wherever you tune in:

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I enjoyed getting to know Terry. He spent more than 30 years with AZ DPS. When he retired, he had been an investigator for over 20 of those 30+ years. His encyclopedic knowledge of historical events in AZ over the years was both impressive and interesting.

He was the king of quips! A couple times he made comments that would be well suited as a t-shirt quote!

He continues to serve, and give back to families of first responders, by founding the Arizona Fallen Hero Memorial Riders club. They're a 501c3 who raise funds to help families of the fallen or for families whose first responder suffered significant injuries on the job. You can find them at azfhmr.org to donate or find their charity events.

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