The Call (Stories From Behind the Badge)

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Misfire Sep 06, 2018

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Each day, our first responders are faced with the harsh realities of our world: darkness, death, danger, and pain. Some calls leave an indelible mark. Join us as Arizona Department of Public Safety's Director, Colonel Frank Milstead, gives us a glimpse into his Law Enforcement career and shares his most memorable calls.

You Have The Right To Remain Silent - Part 3 Aug 31, 2018

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Our third installment of “You Have the Right to Remain Silent”- Join us as Carroll Cooley wraps up our segment on the Miranda case.

"It's March of 1963. The time is approximately 11:30PM. Patricia Weir boards the bus following her shift at the Paramount Theater in Phoenix. She exits the bus at her stop at 7th Street and Marlette Avenue. As Patricia makes her way home, a man whom she does not know grabs her and forces her into his vehicle-- she is kidnapped, bound, and raped. Following the assault, Patricia's attacker drops her off near her home.

At around 2AM, Phoenix Police Department receives a call from Patricia’s home at 1014 E. Citrus Way. Detective Carroll Cooley is assigned to the case.

Little did Detective Cooley know, this call would leave a mark on American history and policing as a whole; the Miranda Rights would spring from Patricia's case."

You Have The Right To Remain Silent - Part 2 Jun 11, 2018

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Our second installment of “You Have the Right to Remain Silent”- Join us as Carroll Cooley dives deeper into the Miranda case.

It's March of 1963. The time is approximately 11:30PM. Patricia Weir boards the bus following her shift at the Paramount Theater in Phoenix. She exits the bus at her stop at 7th Street and Marlette Avenue. As Patricia makes her way home, a man whom she does not know grabs her and forces her into his vehicle-- she is kidnapped, bound, and raped. Following the assault, Patricia's attacker drops her off near her home.

At around 2AM, Phoenix Police Department receives a call from Patricia’s home at 1014 E. Citrus Way. Detective Carroll Cooley is assigned to the case.

Little did Detective Cooley know, this call would leave a mark on American history and policing as a whole; the Miranda Rights would spring from Patricia's case.

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You Have The Right To Remain Silent - Part 1 May 18, 2018

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At around 2AM, Phoenix Police Department receives a call from Patricia’s home at 1014 E. Citrus Way. Detective Carroll Cooley is assigned to the case.

Little did Detective Cooley know, this call would leave a mark on American history and policing as a whole; the Miranda Rights would spring from Patricia's case.

Episode Music: Chan Walrus – 1980’s Horror HolFix - Mystery

You Have The Right To Remain Silent May 18, 2018

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It's March, 1963. The time is approximately 11:30PM. Patricia Weir boards the bus following her shift at the Paramount Theater in Phoenix. The young woman exits the bus at her stop at 7th Street and Marlette Avenue. As she walks down her quiet street, Patricia is assaulted by a man whom she does not know; she is kidnapped, bound, and raped. After the assault, Patricia's attacker drops her off near her home.

At around 2AM, Phoenix Police Department receives a call from Patrica's home at 1014 E. Citrus Way. Detective Carroll Cooley is assigned to the case. In the days following, it would be discovered that the culprit is a man by the name of Ernesto Miranda.

What society knows as the "Miranda Rights" would spring from Patricia's case, forever leaving a mark on American History and policing as a whole.

Music: Chan Walrus (1980's Horror) HolFix (Mystery)

Collapse Mar 27, 2018

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Steve, a retired Phoenix Firefighter, shares the story of a call that will stay with him forever.

It’s circa 1990. 2AM. A three-story nightclub on Mill Avenue in Tempe catches fire. The building is old and has been renovated time and time again. Hidden spaces behind walls and beneath floors conceal fire and smoke. Electricity in the building remains on due to crews being unable to gain access to secure power to the building. These elements create a false sense of security- an illusion that the fire is not as advanced as it truly is. While Steve is conducting search and rescue on the second floor, the ceiling above collapses around him.

Officer Down - Phoenix Mar 01, 2018

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Many first responders face the harsh realities of traumatic emotional and physical experiences throughout their career. In May of 2016, Officer Mark Valenzuela responded to a call that would forever change his life. Join us as we dive into Mark's tale of trauma, strength, and forgiveness.

There Is No Routine Call Jan 26, 2018

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Our officers and firefighters put themselves in danger every shift. A "typical" call can turn sideways in an instant; Detective Austin of Phoenix Police Department joins us to tell his story of a "run of the mill" Civil Standby that took an unexpectedly violent turn.

Make a Difference Dec 27, 2017

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Autumn's late husband, Tim Barber (a Detective with Tempe Police Department), passed away in 2011 after fighting a long battle with prostate cancer. Following Tim's death, Autumn was faced with the terrible reality of birthing and raising their unborn twins without her husband at her side.

Autumn joins us to share her story of love, loss, and courage in the face of tragedy.

Call Your Wife Nov 22, 2017

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In April of 2016, Stephen Gunn (an Engineer with Peoria Fire & Medical Department) and 70 other firefighters were dispatched to a house fire near 75th Avenue and Thunderbird. A Peoria home was engulfed in flames following a home invasion that ended in arson, and firefighters received several reports from bystanders and officers that someone was trapped inside. Stephen Gunn charged into the burning building through a window that had blown out from the heat of the fire. As Gunn crawled under the smoke, his helmet began to melt, his turnouts blackened, and his ears began to burn. Had Gunn been in the building for just 15 to 20 seconds longer, his turnout gear would have caught Fire. Gunn recovered the victim, a 73-year-old man, in less than 45 seconds and passed the victim to his captain. Stephen was treated at Arizona Burn Center for his burns but was back at work for his next shift. Gunn was awarded the Medal of Valor in Washington D.C. this year. The Medal of Valor is the highest recognition for public safety personnel.

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