In a special episode of My First Foot Beat, Sgt. Tech. Natasha Rowles talks to Officer Jackie Varner about her Uniformed Division career that has spanned nearly 30 years. They discuss her path to the Secret Service, which started with the military, some of her favorite moments and the impact she has had on countless officers and agents at the White House. Anyone considering a career in the Secret Service should listen to this episode to hear the thoughts of career officer in the last few...

Update for February 2023 I apologize to everyone expecting a new episode of Standing Post this month. We had an opportunity to build a dedicated studio for podcasting and other video projects and it took up quite a bit of our time. However, now that it is built and we have a new home, I think we will be able to expand our ability to tell stories in both audio and video formats. This is an exciting new chapter for Standing Post and I look forward to sharing more stories in new formats with...

In the latest episode of My First Foot Beat, United States Secret Service Uniformed Division Deputy Chief Catrina Bonus looks back at her career with host Sergeant Technician Natasha Rowles. They discuss the highlights and impacts of Bonus' career, plus changes that have happened since she started as a Federal officer, including efforts to better represent and create an inclusive environment for women in law enforcement.

In the latest episode of Standing Post, we welcome Forensics Division photographer Victoria Taylor. As a Marine Corp veteran, she has a unique perspective about finding Federal employment in those first few years after transitioning out of the military. She talks about life as a Marine in San Diego, her time in college, and how the Marine Corp connection helped her land a position at the Secret Service. If you are veteran looking for an exciting, shiny new career or know one who is, this is...

In the newest episode of My First Foot Beat, Sergeant Technician Natasha Rowles talks with Officer Amita Claytor about her path to the Secret Service, which included a four-year break in training. In addition to this unique circumstance, the two also talk about Claytor’s decision to return to Secret Service training after a career as an Akron, Ohio, police officer; her background; what life as a Uniformed Division Officer in DC is like; and her future in the Secret Service. Are you...

Episode #050 - Please welcome DSS Michelle Christine to the show. Michelle is a Detection Systems Specialist (DSS) in the Special Operations Division, which is responsible for ensuring the safety of leaders and dignitaries in US airspace. She was part of the first wave of personnel in the DSS career when it was stood up about 17 years ago. As interesting as this is, in her spare time Michelle is also an elite athlete, a national ranked triathlete who has competed in triathlons across the...

In the sixth episode of My First Foot Beat, Sergeant Technician Natasha Rowles talks to Officer Technician Jorge Martinez, a Houston native and former Texas Southern University track and field athlete, about his path to the Secret Service. Martinez, who holds the Secret Service academy record for fastest 1.5-mile run, discusses what being in the Secret Service is like, traveling as part of the job, some unexpected perks - like meeting the World Series-winning teams - and the best place to get...

In the fifth episode of My First Foot Beat, Sergeant Technician Natasha Rowles sits down with Officer Technician Mariano Sottile to discuss the path he took to become a Uniformed Division Officer, which included emigrating to the United States from Italy, learning English while in the US Marine Corps, and renouncing his Italian citizenship. Every path to the Secret Service is different, and Officer Sottile’s is definitely unique.

Episode #049 - In this episode, we are proud to talk to Officer Technician Elizabeth Hartman about the amazing story of her three-legged dog Senna. As a new canine handler, Hartman's second working dog was diagnosed with a terrible disease, resulting in a medical retirement. Hartman recently wrote a children's book about Senna's ability to overcome adversity and adapt to life with three legs.

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In the fourth episode of My First Foot Beat, Sergeant Technician Natasha Rowles sits down with Officer Technician Joanna Casal-Frederick to discuss how the child of first-generation immigrants in the Bronx became a Secret Service officer, and a surprising moment of being star struck by an unexpected rapper. #MFFB #USSS #SecretService #StandingPost #USSSPodcasts

Episode #048 - Please welcome USSS Armorer Bill O’ Rourke to the show. O’ Rourke has been with the Secret Service for more than 30 years as an armorer at the James J. Rowley Training Center (RTC). During his tenure, he’s seen extensive changes to the organization, including the transformation of RTC from a one-building structure to a multi-acre complex responsible for most Secret Service training. O’ Rourke has also been a part of several firearms changes in the organization – and he and his...

In this episode of My First Foot Beat, Sgt. Tech. Natasha Rowles talks to Off. Tech. Sharmayne Hall about her decision to pursue law enforcement after attending culinary school, training and what it is like to engage with the public on the job. #MFFB #StandingPost #USSS #SecretService #USSSPodcasts

In the second episode of My First Foot Beat, Sgt. Tech. Natasha Rowles talks to Off. Tech. Colten Brookens about his experiences during his first year as a Uniformed Division officer, including saving a fellow UD officer's life and a heartfelt moment when helping a distraught mother find her lost daughter. Sergeant Technician Natasha Rowles has been a member of the United States Secret Service Uniformed Division since August of 2003. She’s had assignments at White House Branch, Foreign...

Standing Post is proud to present the inaugural episode of My First Foot Beat, our newest podcast that will focus on Uniformed Division members and their experience in training, the Secret Service and adjusting to life as a law enforcement officer. In this episode, Sgt. Technician Natasha Rowles talks to Officer Technician Joseph Beckford of the Uniformed Division Emergency Response Team about his background and experiences, including a brief but successful boxing career. Sergeant...

In this episode, we interview Chief Alfonso Dyson Sr., Uniformed Division Chief. He talks about his history with the United States Secret Service and how that has shaped some of his major initiatives, including improving quality of life for Uniformed Division officers and the UD Women's Council. He also discusses how the organization's mission has changed and what it takes to be a good UD officer in this changing environment.

Sp. Ep. #009- Please welcome Technical Security Investigator, Ms. Kelvin Crayton to the show. We discuss her job as a TSI, Pride Month, and being an intersex individual in a law enforcement agency. For more information about the Secret Service, or how to join, please go to www.secretservice.gov Hosted, Edited, and Produced by: Cody Starken Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here: www.hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police The music used in the podcast was altered from the original...

Sp. Ep. #008 - Please welcome two-time guest of the show, Ofc. Technician Lauren Gunawan. We get an update on her job as the first female motorbike officer for the Motorcade Support Unit, her life with her partner, and her involvement in the LGBTQI+ community. For more information about the Secret Service, or how to join, please go to www.secretservice.gov Hosted, Edited, and Produced by: Cody Starken Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here:...

Sp. Ep. #007 - Please welcome to the show, Ofc. Technician Brianna Hill. We discuss her role as a recruiter for the Secret Service and her focus on recruiting the best officer candidates from the LGBTQI+ community. For more information about the Secret Service, or how to join, please go to www.secretservice.gov Hosted, Edited, and Produced by: Cody Starken Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here: www.hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police The music used in the podcast was altered...

Sp. Ep. #006 - Please welcome SA Paden Stanton to Standing Post! SA Stanton graduated from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and the Special Agent Training Course at the James J. Rowley Training Center more than 8 months ago. He provides his thoughts on post-training life, his new first assignment at the New York Field Office, and his thoughts on Pride Month. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Hosted, Edited, and...

Episode #046 - Please welcome Ms. Kali Smith, an Administrative Professional, and Technical program manager in our Cyber Operations Section of the Criminal Investigative Division. We spend the episode discussing the basics, history, and the Secret Service's investigations within the Crypto world. Secret Service's Cryptocurrency Public Awareness Hub: https://www.secretservice.gov/investigation/DigitalAssets Do you want to start your Secret Service journey? Please go to:...

Sp. Ep. #005 - Andrew “Drew” Cannady is a Supervisory Attorney-Advisor with the United States Secret Service’s Office of Chief Counsel, where he provides advice and counsel on personnel, human resources, security clearance, and other employment law matters. He has been with the Office of Chief Counsel since 2009. He is a proud member of the Secret Service’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Special Emphasis Program. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field...

Episode #045 - Please welcome Ms. Amanda Moffett! Ms. Moffett started with the Secret Service back in 2007 and has been with the Secret Service for more than 15 years. She joined the Counterfeit Forensic Section, under the Criminal Investigation Division, in 2016, and became the Supervisory Document Analyst in the Counterfeit Forensic Section in December 2020. Secret Service Counterfeit Investigations Website: https://www.secretservice.gov/investigation/counterfeit Secret Service, 'Know...

Ep. 44 - The Special Operations Section (SOS) is a specialized unit of the White House Branch, Presidential Protective Division. Its duties have long been part of Uniformed Division and White House Police operations. Uniformed Division officers assigned to this group are trained to handle a myriad of special duties and functions at the White House Complex, including conducting the daily Congressional and public tours of the White House and handling events such as State Dinners and official...

Episode #043 - Please welcome K-9 Hurricane and Former Uniformed Division Officer Marshall Mirarchi. K-9 Hurricane is a former Special Operations Canine of the United States Secret Service and​ 12-year-old Belgian Malinois recognized for his bravery and valor. With an all-black coat and 4 titanium teeth. K-9 Hurricane joined the USSS Emergency Response Team Tactical Canine Unit in November of 2012 and retired after four years of service. During his time in service, Hurricane was awarded the...

Episode #042 – Please welcome the Rome Field Office Special Agent in Charge, Mr. Brian Lambert. In this episode, we discuss the Secret Service's international field offices, specifically, the Rome Field Office, and speak on the Secret Service's protective and investigative missions overseas. For more information about the topics covered in this episode, please use the links below. Eight Nigerians Charged Following Large-Scale, Secret Service International Money Laundering Investigation -...