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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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He almost doesn't need an introduction anymore around here, but I'm pleased he was willing to come back and hang out. All new stories, fresh pours of bourbon and a good time.

Give him that warm welcome and turn it up!!!

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Bill Hanson has always been so generous with his time and his stories. The guy experienced more than many of us, spending a bulk of his career in the Homicide Unit, being featured on First 48, and now teaching future investigators to be their best and put bad guys behind bars for a long time.

We had a cigar, some bourbon and a great conversation... so please give him a warm welcome and enjoy the show...

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Dan's father was a Phoenix Police Officer back in the 80's which was Dan's introduction to that life. As a young man, he had the same start in law enforcement that many of us have, Corrections.

He kept applying and was picked up by Mohave County on the AZ/CA border! A couple moves later he settled at AZ Liquor Control. As a member of this agency, he learned of Liquor Agent Alfred Moore who had been killed in the line of duty back in the 60's but was never "Nationally Recognized" as having been killed in the line of duty. I found Dan's recounting of his efforts to get the error corrected to be very honorable.

Turn it up, tell a friend, and enjoy this week's episode of Choir Practice!

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When Jessica came over for her first interview we just knew she had to come back, we had more to talk about!

I'm so glad she made it. She brought her friend with her and we all had a great time, some really good laughs and I know you all are going to enjoy it. The episode is now sitting at 55, 179 downloads! The reach is far and wide all thanks to you! Please continue to share the show with your friends and family, that's how our stories live on...

Buckle in, grab that cold drink and enjoy the ride...

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Shawn grew up right here in the "Old Pueblo" and attended Salpoint HS before heading to the University of Arizona. He decided to enlist in the full-time Navy and, after his "sentence" as he mistakenly said, he decided to join the Pima County Sheriff's Department after a ride along experience convinced him this was the profession for him...

He spent years on the Search and Rescue Unit, Mental Health Support Unit and ultimately became a Detective where he worked hand in hand with a future Choir Practice guest, Corrections Lt. Sean Stewart.

I had a great time listening to his stories and getting to know Shawn, I can't wait for The Squad to get to know him as well!!! 

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Steve grew up as a Military Brat, but settled one the Aurora/ Denver area of Colorado as a young man. He suffered some pretty tragic family circumstances which led to him joining the US Marine Corps out of High School, around the tail end of the Vietnam War. Serving as an aircraft mechanic on the Douglas A-4 Skyhawk jet, he was stationed in CA.

After his service, he moved to Tucson, AZ and that's where his career takes off. He was hired by the Sheriff's Department shortly after Walden Burr was indicted for corruption and Sheriff Cox and Chief Spitzer were brought in to clean house...

Thanks for tuning in, I hope you enjoy the show and please give the warmest welcome to our newest Squad Member... 

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When Dan cam over in May, we knew he'd need to come back to wrap up his career. We also took a deep dive into EMDR therapy, which Dan said literally saved his life. 

I feel I enjoyed this episode more than his first and the message within the message is definitely one that every first responder needs to hear. There is help out there, you aren't alone, asking for help is courageous and not a sign of weakness. 

Please tune in, share with your friends who are first responders/ public servants and your family members. I think you'll be just as touched as I was by this week's episode!!!

As always, if a friend crosses your mind there's a reason, you need to call/text them! It might make all the difference...

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