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As a former guest, and one of the biggest fans of the show, Paul contacts me regularly to tell me his thoughts on the most recent episode. Each new episode brings back fond memories for him and he's told me he would be willing to fill in "in a pinch" if I needed a guest. He lived up to that promise and helped me out of a tight spot when a guest had to reschedule.

I enjoy his company, we had a few "day drinking" whiskeys to make this an Official Choir Practice. Give him a warm welcome and please enjoy the show...

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Bill began his public service in the United States Marine Corps. Then spent time getting his degree and learning/ practicing Judo before starting his career with Pima County. 

Patrol, SWAT, School Resource, and leadership. Bill's career, and public service, was exceptional and I'm happy he agreed to share his stories. He's the newest member of the squad, so please do what you do and give him the warmest Choir Practice Squad welcome!

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Wes began his public service working a hot shot crew during fire season when he graduated high school. Eventually, once he was old enough, he applied and was hired as a reserve for the Oro Valley Police Department. His career took off from there! Tune in, turn it up and get to know the newest member of The Squad!

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Marcos began his career in Police Records. While there, he overheard several coworkers chatting about going through the dispatcher training. He became obsessed, studied everything he could get his hands on, and even spent his days off sitting next to dispatchers in Communications to learn their job.

He went on the become a 911 call taker and finally, a dispatcher. Tune in, turn it up and hear the tales from the perspective on the other side of the mic!

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Jim began his career in the late 80's after a rough start at childhood. He said he was wild and, just the old movies, his dad sent him off to boarding school. New Mexico Military straightened out and he believes that is where he had the first inkling to do something exciting while getting to help people.

Tune in, enjoy the show and be sure to reach out. Tell me what you thought of this, or any, episode! Thanks again, I'm grateful for each one of you. For those keeping track with me, we are currently sitting at 49,381 downloads. I owe it all to you, it's your fault!

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I met Greg way back in 1998! He taught the Economic Crimes classes when I was in the academy. Aside from one other occasion, I don't know that our paths crossed until he arrived at the front door to be my very next victim, and the newest member of The Squad!

He started his career as a Reserve, and Dispatcher, in the 80's in Huachuca City, AZ. About a year later, he left for Pima County and never looked back! You gotta tune in to hear about his storied career. Call it nerves, or just plain old remembering after you're out of the spotlight, but he remembered a bunch more stories and is already asking to come back!

Hey! If a buddy crosses your mind, reach out to them! Call, text, whatever it takes... It may make all the difference in the world!

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Dan began his professional life serving his country in the United States Air Force. While enlisted, he felt he needed a change that would challenge him, but in a capacity where he could still serve. He chose law enforcement and began taking classes at a nearby community college before. transferring to Arizona State University.

At around the 10yr mark, he had an opportunity to leave the Air Force full time and join the City of Tucson Police Dept. 

We made it into the early years of his career, so he will be back to finish the "rest of the story." In the meantime, sit back, relax, and enjoy Dan's stories.

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I was very glad Jessica agreed to be not the show. She spent a majority of her career in the Division that is very near and dear to my heart, Operations Division South! That's where I met her and her husband, Mike.

Again, I was fascinated by her path to public service and I enjoyed our conversation. Like many of my guests, Jessica said she'd be willing to come back and hang out again. It never fails, once you leave you remember a bunch more stories that NEED to be shared!

Give her a warm welcome!

Finally, the Erik Hite 5k is quickly approaching on May 11th. If your local and would like to participate or contribute, go to their website. 

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It was my honor to host this couple who agreed to be my very first dispatchers on the show. David and Orchid had extraordinary stories that led them to public safety,  and the fact they are still together after all these years is pretty exceptional as well. I know you will get a kick out of their stories and what it takes to be the voices behind the thin, gold line.

Please show them some love, turn it up and enjoy the show.

If you're local, go to the Erik Hite Foundation's website to see how you might participate in the 13th Annual 5k. Nohemy Hite has done a fantastic job of carrying on her husband's legacy.

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Greg Bustamante is a Tucson native, Rincon HS graduate who didn't know what he wanted to do in life, so he joined the toughest branch of the military...The Marines. Once he fulfilled his duty, he came home and began working in local hospitals until he finally realized that he wanted to become a Firefighter/EMT.

A brief stint in Three Points Fire paved the way to move to a larger agency, Drexel Heights Fire. I was intrigued by his experience where his opportunity to be a jack of all trades hyped him grow up fast in his career. Tune in, show him a bunch of love and enjoy the episode.

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