Seven Points Podcast - Arizona Department of Public Safety

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Ep. 15 - Vehicular Crimes Detective Zach Cousins Jun 09, 2025

As the primary agency responsible for patrolling and enforcing laws on Arizona's highways and interstates, AZDPS troopers regularly respond to major collisions involving serious injuries or fatalities. Depending on the circumstances, the involved driver(s) may face criminal charges, especially when impairment is involved. This is when our Vehicular Crimes Unit (VCU) detectives step in, utilizing a foundation of math and science to piece the evidence together, helping ensure justice for the victims. In this episode, Detective Zach Cousins talks about the methods utilized by our detectives and shares his experiences in VCU and throughout the department.

Ep. 14 - Fixed Wing Pilot Frank Valenzuela May 27, 2025

We've discussed our rescue helicopters on the show before, but did you know the AZDPS also operates a small fleet of fixed-wing airplanes? From getting detectives to critical incident scenes to transporting the governor to her next event, this unit helps state employees save valuable time traveling all over Arizona. In this episode you’ll hear from one of our longest tenured state troopers, Frank Valenzuela, the chief fixed-wing pilot for AZDPS!

Ep. 13 - Criminal Analyst Supervisor Tracy Foster May 12, 2025

Detectives commonly work with squads of other detectives, but did you know they have another teammate who works alongside them every day in their cases? Criminal Intelligence Analysts and Intelligence Research Specialists are core members of every investigative team, and Tracy Foster has been doing it for years. Hear her story as she talks about what these critical members of the AZDPS team do and how you can be an integral part of a criminal case without ever going to a police academy!

Ep. 12 - Bomb Squad Sergeant Vazquez Apr 28, 2025

It is not secret that those who choose law enforcement as a career face risks regularly on the job. There are a select few, though, who spend years in very specialized training to become members of one of the riskiest units in law enforcement - the bomb squad. Join us as we have a conversation with AZDPS' currently longest-serving hazardous device technician, Sergeant Tony Vazquez! Tony shares what it means to be a member of this elite unit, and what he did before he got here.

Ep. 11 - Trooper Paramedic Snyder Apr 14, 2025

Did you know the AZDPS operates multiple rescue helicopters statewide? In this episode we speak with Trooper Paramedic Mike Snyder, a longstanding crew member on our Ranger rescue helicopters. He shares what it takes to be a part of the AZDPS Aviation Bureau, his most memorable rescue, and life as a member of this elite unit.

Ep. 10 - Motorcycle Trooper Simon Mar 31, 2025

Most AZDPS troopers patrol in vehicles with doors and four wheels, but a select few are destined for a different kind of ride. 🏍️ From their vehicles to their uniforms, AZDPS motorcycle troopers—otherwise known as 'motors'—are truly set apart. Tune in to today’s episode as we chat with Trooper John Simon about the unique opportunities and challenges of being a motor!

Ep. 9 - SWAT Detective Rodgers Mar 17, 2025

In this episode of "Seven Points", we speak with Detective Henry Rodgers, a member of the AZDPS' elite Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team. Trooper Rodgers comes with a wealth of experience both within SWAT as well as other areas with the AZDPS.

Ep. 8 - Sgt. Snyder, Major Incident Division Mar 03, 2025

Today, we talk to Sgt. Marc Snyder, currently a squad supervisor in the AZDPS' Major Incident Division (MID) who is tasked with investigating officer-involved shootings for agencies throughout the state. Sgt. Snyder, like our other guests, has had experiences throughout the department and throughout the state. Join as we discuss what brought him to the AZDPS and the MID.

Ep. 7 - Captain Tony Mapp Feb 18, 2025

It's the episode that has been mentioned in almost every other episode...the AZDPS living legend, Captain Tony Mapp! Join us as he discusses the groundbreaking roles he has had at our agency and the experiences that led him to where he is today.

Ep. 6 - New State Trooper Kevin Bynum Feb 03, 2025

Join us as we discuss what life is like for new State Trooper Academy graduate, Trooper Kevin Bynum. Kevin gives us insight into life in the hiring process, life in State Trooper Academy, and his time in field training so far.

Ep. 5 - Ken Norton, State Trooper Academy Sergeant Jan 20, 2025

Join us as we talk to Sergeant Ken Norton about what it means to lead a fresh group of recruits hoping to become Arizona State Troopers. Sgt. Norton shares expectations of the training staff and what recruits can expect while in the AZDPS State Trooper Academy.

Ep. 4 - K9 Trooper Hainke Jan 06, 2025

Join us as we have a discussion with K9 Trooper Brandon Hainke. Trooper Hainke discusses life with a furry partner and everything that it entails.

Ep. 3 - Communications Center Manager Jill Swanson Dec 16, 2024

Join us for our third episode of Seven Points, where we sit down and talk with Phoenix Communications Center Manager Jill Swanson. Jill shares her experiences as a dispatcher and call taker with the department and the importance mental health plays in the daily life of dispatchers in public safety.

Ep. 2 - Trooper Harkins Dec 02, 2024

Join us as we discuss what the daily life of a State Trooper entails while we interview Trooper Harkins, assigned to central Phoenix in the Highway Patrol Division.

BONUS EPISODE - Seven Points Hosts Sgt. Andrews and Det. Harris Nov 25, 2024

Get to know the two hosts of the Seven Points podcast a little better as AZDPS Public Information Manager Warren Trent interviews Sergeant Eric Andrews and Detective Sherod Harris.

Ep. 1 - Colonel Jeffrey Glover Nov 18, 2024

Welcome to our first episode of the Seven Points Podcast! In this episode, we interview Arizona Department of Public Safety Director, Colonel Jeffrey Glover.

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