Jonathan didn't have a good childhood, and his parents were largely absent. His journey wasn't easy with 3 DQ's and one non-select. This is an episode you're sure to enjoy!

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In this episode we're joined by Investigator Jesse Cohen of the Westminster PD (CO). There are no notes--we're shooting from the hip in a raw conversation about the current state of recruitment and hiring across the nation. Three background investigators discussing the current trends as we see them!

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Social media and The Charlie Kirk Fallout: How this can affect your background investigation.

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In this episode we interview Officer Jill. She's a Southern California officer with 16-years of experience and a wealth of knowledge as an officer and a life coach. We hope you enjoy this great interview!

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In this episode, Ken interviewed Sebastian, who recently retired as a lieutenant from the California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation. With almost 30 years of experience, Sebastian brings a wealth of knowledge about working in the prison system with some of the most hardened criminals in the nation.

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In this episode Donovan talks about the latest at Reddit. More in & outs, curve balls, and fun facts. We're sure you'll enjoy this one!-------

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In this episode, Ken interviews Hendersonville, TN PD Detective David Harrell. David is currently assigned to Backgrounds and gives us the scoop on he conducts his investigations and why you should work in Tennessee!

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In this episode we interview Oscar, a police candidate, now new hire from Southern California. Oscar applied at several agencies, had poly issues, and was finally hired by a So Cal department. He's got a great story!

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In this episode we interviewed Julio. Julio is a former LASD deputy sheriff, who was a background investigator and decided to leave California. He was gone a couple before returning to another Southern California agency in 2025. This is a great episode!!

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This is a legacy podcast from the original Policebackground.net. It was originally recorded in 2012.

On Halloween night, 2009, a gunman pulled alongside Seattle field training officer Tim Brenton and rookie Britt Sweeny who were on duty in the Leschi neighborhood. He opened fire. Sweeney survived, but Brenton was killed. We interviewed Sweeney about that night._____

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