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PEABODY FIREFIGHTER AND NAVY SEABEE PETTY OFFICER FIRST CLASS E-6 DAN BARRASSO Mar 31, 2025

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Often times in life we hear the famous quote “ Good things come in small packages”. That quote fits my next guests character to a Precise T. He maybe small in nature, but has the heart of a Lion. More important is that something valuable or important can often be found in something seemingly small or insignificant.

On December 31, 2016 my next guest found himself in the right place at the right time on a cold New England winter morning. A fire broke out in a three story wood frame residential dwelling in the City of Everett, Massachusetts. Everett is located just 6.1 miles North of Boston.

This Off Duty Career Peabody Firefighter was driving in his own personal vehicle in a residential neighborhood where he smelled and seen smoke pushing from the eaves of a residential multi story dwelling. He reacted immediately without hesitation pulling over parking his vehicle into a strangers driveway. He ran towards danger where he was informed by residents who were fleeing the fire that some residents are still inside. Peabody Firefighter Dan Barrasso who had no regard for himself wearing civilian clothes with no fire protection conducted primary searches to the first, second and third floors of the multi-family dwelling.

Searching and clearing the first and second floors he made his way to the third floor. When reaching to a third floor platform apartment he was met by smoke and heat conditions. His persistence of clearing the building came to fruition as he found an elderly male trying to get dressed inside a bedroom. Because of the selfless act of bravery and courage the elderly males life was spared.

Dan Barrasso is a Honorably Discharged as a Petty Officer First Class E-6 serving 14 years with Navy SeaBees. He fought the Iraq War Conflict “Operation Iraq Freedom” in 2008-2009. He fought along side the 3rd Battalion 7 Marines “Tiger Team”.

Petty Officer Barrasso holds many Medals, Citations and Awards for Bravery during a stellar 14 year career in the Navy. Please welcome to Captain Kid’s Corner Season 2, Episode 8 Peabody Firefighter Dan Barrasso.

PEABODY POLICE SPECIAL OPERATIONS CAPTAIN SCOTT RICHARDS Apr 02, 2023

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SEASON 2 EPISODE 7

Scott Richards Peabody Police Captain.

My next guest is a 25 year Career Police Officer. In 1996 he started his Police career with the town of Groveland. 3 years later in 2001 he transferred to the Peabody Police Department where he has moved to the top of the ranks. In Peabody, this Police Officer has led by example by being assigned to many different roles throughout his career. Such as, going from Street Patrol, Crime Detective and being the Sergeant Supervisor of the Narcotics Division. In 2010, his rank flourished again becoming a Police Lieutenant. As a Lieutenant he was the City of Peabody’s Shift Commander which brought the responsibility for important different specific roles. He commanded the Traffic unit, the Criminal investigation Unit and was the Patrol Division Watch Commander that over looked city operations. He holds many Accommodations, Citations for Bravery and holds many educational certifications under his large police belt. He holds both a Bachelor and Master Degrees of Science in Criminal Justice. Today, Scott Richards holds the rank of Captain which holds a heavy work load being responsible for many important roles to run the City of Peabody’s Police Department. Please Welcome to Season 2 Episode 7, Peabody Police Captain Scott Richards.

PEABODY POLICE K-9 OFFICER COREY SALVO Dec 05, 2022

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How do you define someone that knows what he or she wants to be in life at such a young age? Most at that age don't even know what they want for breakfast?

At a cool age of 12 years old, my next guest set a goal for himself, to become a military veteran and a police officer. What does it say about a mature man who then fulfills his quest on accomplishing these goals. My next guest is a decorated Coast Guard veteran who holds many accommodations and awards during his service in the Kuwait and Iraq conflicts.

Officer Corey Salvo today is in his 13th year as a career K-9 Peabody Police Officer. He has proved himself as an expert K-9 handler contributing his expertise on some of the biggest cases in the City of Peabody and surrounding communities. Ladies and Gentlemen please welcome to Season 2 Episode 6, K-9 Peabody Police Officer Corey Salvo

PEABODY POLICE OFFICER ERIC RICCI AND NEMLEC NEGOTIATOR Sep 22, 2022

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My next guest is a 27 year career Peabody Police Officer. He has been what’s called the "Jack of all Trades" jumping from street patrol, undercover detective, negotiator, and currently school resource officer. Officer Eric Ricci has faced his mid adult life battling kidney cancer. His positive attitude with a little bit of luck has kept him working as a Peabody police officer and keeping him out of Dana-Farber Cancer Institution in Boston. Officer Ricci is the epitome of the quote “never give up”!!! Eric is also a key member of the negotiation team for NEMLEC. Please welcome to Season 2 Episode 5, cancer survivor and Jimmy Fund advocate Officer Eric Ricci.

RETIRED LYNN POLICE CHIEF MICHAEL MAGEARY Jun 23, 2022

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My next guest is a retired Police Chief who has many awards and commendations for bravery. He is a well educated police officer who holds multiple degrees. The man you’re about to meet is a cops cop. He has worked his way up to the ranks throughout the Lynn Police Department, with his final position as the Chief. Chief Michael Mageary will take us into the life of fighting crime- a mission he has dedicated his life to. From his time as a patrolman all the way through the ranks ending in Chief of the Department, Chief Mageary takes us behind the scenes. Please welcome to Captain Kid’s Corner Season 2 Episode 4 Chief Michael Mageary!!!

E.M.T. INSTRUCTOR/MASS STATE EXAMINER AND AMPUTEE LEO QUIRK Jun 13, 2022

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What would you do if you rolled up onto a motor vehicle accident on a single lane highway?

How far does someone go to help a total stranger who is in harms way- who then puts you in harms way? What makes a person decide to render aid rather than to ignore the crash and continue to drive by?
My next guest is the epitome of facing adversity straight on and never ever give up whatever the cards that are dealt.
On November 14, 2020 Leo Quirk’s life changed forever. A EMT, Instructor Coordinator and a Massachusetts State EMT Examiner lost his leg when he was trying to help a total stranger that was involved in a motor vehicle accident. Instead of hiding into a dark place of depression, Leo Quirk has taken his loss with pride and spirit. He never gave up when had to train himself to walk again. Leo Quirk is a champion with a big heart that puts others before him.

Please welcome to Captain Kid’s Corner Season 2 Episode 3 EMT Instructor/Examiner
Mr. Leo Quirk.

ESSEX COUNTY CORRECTIONAL ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT CHRISTINE ARSENAULT Jun 02, 2022

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The year was 1973 when history was made in the United States for women who became Correctional Officers in a all male dominated correctional institution. Since, that time women Correctional Officers have tripled throughout the country. Today, there are currently 3200 Correctional Officers in the State of Massachusetts. Only 33.8 percent are women Correctional Officers working inside an all dominated male institution. The Commonwealth currently holds approximately 8300 men and women prisoners throughout 16 correctional facilities. My next guest is a 22 year veteran of the Essex County Sheriff’s Department. She holds multiple degrees in Social Work and Criminal Justice. In 2000 she was the only woman in the Correctional Officer Academy which was held in Worcester, Massachusetts. Christine Arsenault has worked in an all male institution with violent offenders, such as murders, rapists, drug dealers, gang members and even child molesters. Currently, she holds the rank of Assistant Superintendent. Christine has worked tirelessly up the rank’s making her only a few women ever to hold this title in the history of the Essex County Sheriff’s Department. Please welcome a 2003 Employee of the Year Award Recipient Assistant Superintendent Christine Arsenault.

FIRST WOMAN FIREFIGHTER IN THE HISTORY OF PFD CAPTAIN TRACY COLLINS May 25, 2022

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On May 3rd, 1999 history was made in the Tanner City of Peabody, Massachusetts. Peabody’s longest running Mayor The honorable Mayor Peter Torigian sworn in the first female firefighter in the history of Peabody. The woman you are about to meet is a 24 year career veteran firefighter of the Peabody Fire Department. She has gone above beyond her duties to prove herself in the world of firefighting. Her resume speaks for itself. She holds multiple degrees in fire science and is a founding member of the Massachusetts North Shore Tech Rescue Team. She worked her way up to Captain in 2018, where she is currently assigned to Engine Company 7. Please welcome to Captain Kid’s Corner Season 2 Episode 1 Captain Tracy Collins.

NAVY LT. KURT VIED AND RETIRED MASSACHUSETTS STATE TROOPER May 18, 2022

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Navy Lt. Kurt Vied, is my guest today on Captain Kid’s Corner. He is a retired Massachusetts State Trooper, with a lifetime of military service. He is a decorated Naval Intelligence Officer, who deployed with Navy Special Warfare as their Lead Interrogator. He participated in direct action missions, conducted close to 100 Tactical Field Interrogations. Kurt Vied is a true American Hero that was awarded multiple citations and awards for his actions overseas. Please welcome to Captain Kid’s Corner Season 1 Episode 10 a true leader, patriot and a respected officer on and off the battle field Trooper Kurt Vied.

RETIRED FF, PROFESSIONAL ACTOR AND HUMANITARIAN KEVIN PASDON May 11, 2022

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Changing someones life forever is never an easy task. In today’s world, we don’t hear enough of the good in human kind. All we hear these days is the bad behavior and evil of human kind. World wide news on television or social media is a perfect example of the hate and violence we constantly see now a days. It’s a real shame we don’t hear about the good in people. No matter what good deed they perform for human kind. Like the up lifting stories of individuals who have changed people lives, a human that goes above and beyond for a total stranger, a person who doesn’t discriminate against any color or creed. How far does someone have the courage and perseverance to go and help another stranger?? My next guest is the epitome of a humanitarian. He is a devoted, caring, selfless individual who is making a difference in people lives in the country of Ukraine. According to Websters dictionary a humanitarian is “an individual who is concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare.” My next guest is a retired firefighter and a beautiful human soul. Please welcome to Captain Kid’s Corner Season 1 Episode 9, Retired FF, Professional Actor and Humanitarian Kevin Pasdon.

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