In this episode of the Power House Podcast, we sit down with Duane Tadlock from Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers to explain how Crime Stoppers actually works—how tips stay anonymous, how cases get shared with the public, and how rewards are paid when a tip leads to an arrest.

We cover:

• How cases are posted and shared with the community

• How anonymous tips work (code-based system)

• Why rewards are paid on arrest, not conviction

• How tip rewards are picked up safely

• Why this helps solve cases while keeping tipsters protected

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You see balls and strikes.

You see safe and out.

What you don’t see is the training, sacrifice, and commitment behind every call.In this episode of the Power House Podcast, Dave Trussell — Group Leader for NCOA Baseball North — pulls back the curtain on what it really means to be a high school sports official.From tracking 90 mph pitches to managing heated moments with parents and coaches, Dave shares:

• What goes into umpire training

• The myths about strike zones and “make-up calls”

• Why officials don’t do this for the paycheck• The growing shortage of sports officials

• How parents and coaches can change the culture

With over 3,500 game slots to fill each season and fewer officials stepping up, youth and high school sports face a serious challenge.This episode is for parents, coaches, players, and anyone who’s ever questioned a call from the stands.

Before you yell at the next game… watch this.

🎙 Power House Podcast“Tackling the topics that impact our community the most.”

This is a must-watch conversation for parents, grandparents, educators, coaches, and anyone responsible for the safety of children.

In this episode, Christie Hirota explains:

- How online predators target children through everyday apps and games

- Why no platform is truly “safe”, including social media and gaming apps

- What task forces actually do

- How grooming, extortion, and manipulation happen online

- The warning signs parents often miss

- Monitoring tools and practical steps parents can take right now

- Why open, ongoing communication with children can literally save lives

This discussion sheds light on the realities law enforcement sees every day — and why awareness is one of the strongest tools parents have to protect their children in a digital world.

⚠️ This episode covers serious and emotional subject matter, but the information shared is critically important.

Please consider sharing this episode with other parents and caregivers.

If this conversation helps protect even one child, it’s worth it.

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💬 Comment below: What steps are you taking to keep your children safe online?

In this powerful episode of the Power House Podcast, we sit down with Rick Martinez, a retired Fire Chief from Sacramento, California, whose career placed him on the frontlines of some of the most devastating disasters in American history.

Rick shares firsthand experiences responding to 9/11, Hurricane Katrina, and the Maui fires—offering rare insight into the realities of disaster response, leadership under pressure, and the emotional toll carried by first responders long after the fires are out.

This conversation goes beyond headlines. It’s about courage, service, sacrifice, and what it truly means to show up when everything is on the line.

In this powerful episode of the Power House Podcast, we sit down with Moseley Collins to talk about the journey that led him to become a Personal Injury Attorney—and how the Lord Jesus Christ shaped every step along the way.

Moseley shares how faith, purpose, and obedience to God’s calling transformed his career path, his view of justice, and the way he serves others through the legal system. This conversation goes beyond the courtroom, exploring what it means to walk with Christ in a high-pressure profession and use your gifts to help people in their most difficult moments.

In this compelling episode of the Power House Podcast, host Topo Padilla sits down with his father, Greg Padilla, to explore the realities of the bail bonds industry and bounty hunting. Through real experiences and honest discussion, they unpack how the justice system works behind the scenes and the impact this career has had on their family and community.

In this episode of the Power House Podcast, we sit down with Garrett Gatewood, Mayor of Rancho Cordova, for an in-depth conversation about leadership, public service, and what it really takes to build a thriving city.

Mayor Gatewood shares his journey into local government, the challenges and opportunities facing Rancho Cordova, and how intentional leadership can strengthen communities from the ground up. From economic development to civic responsibility, this episode explores how local decisions create lasting impact—and why engaged leadership matters now more than ever.

Fire Chief Walt White of Sparks, Nevada, joins the Power House Podcast to share how wildfires start—and what communities, homeowners, and leaders can do to prevent and mitigate forest fires before disaster strikes. This is a must-watch conversation on preparedness, responsibility, and protecting what matters most.

On this episode of the Power House Podcast, we sit down with music industry veteran Ronnie Rush—a man whose journey started with a dream and a transistor radio. From touring with legends like The Drifters and The Carpenters to spinning records on Sacramento radio, Ronnie shares decades of unforgettable stories, music memories, and hard-earned wisdom. Tune in as he reflects on what it takes to make it in showbiz and why you should never give up.

In this episode of the Power House Podcast, we’re joined by George Washington and Kelly Symone from the Myndz Resources Foundation — an organization focused on empowering underserved communities through trauma-informed care, mental health support, and economic development.