In December of 1970, the Phoenix Police Department lost two officers in one night, Officer Albert Bluhm was shot and Officer Dale Stone killed in a motorcycle accident while responding to the officer down call of Bluhm. Join us on the latest episode of The Call as we speak with one of the founders of The 100 Club of Arizona, Bill Shover as recalls how the club was built in the midst of the tragedy of that night.

Our latest episode of “The Call” podcast featuring Dr. Nameeta Sahni is out now on Spotify, Apple Music and also TheCallPod.com! With topics ranging from mental health, to the daily stresses of working in law enforcement, and even sharing stories about past experiences, we hope that our discussion provides insight and resources to help public safety workers and their families.

Detective Clark Schwartzkopf details one of the most harrowing cases in the valley’s history, and we’re grateful to him and his colleague Andy Hill for sharing their story with us.   Check out our exclusive interview for “The Call” podcast on "The Call" Podcast website (See Link Below). Clark and Andy give us details not found in the book! Random Recreational Violence is a book that Clark spent countless hours on and is ready to share his account with everyone and give never before told...

Northwest Firefighter Gary Watson has spent 20+ years in the fire service, from paramedic to engineer he has experienced a lot. Today, Gary’s mission revolves around putting First Responders First through peer support. Join us on this latest episode of The Call Podcast as Gary shares the story about how he is bringing mental health issues to the forefront of the fire service and showing that all it takes is just a conversation to save a First Responders life.

Tucson police sergeant David Allen has found himself in working in many different areas of law-enforcement in his career, each one for a season.  Join us for part one of this two-part series of The Call as Sergeant Allen shares with us stories from behind the badge and the many different seasons of his career.

Tucson police sergeant David Allen has found himself in working in many different areas of law-enforcement in his career, each one for a season. Join us for part one of this two part series of The Call as Sergeant Allen shares with us stories from behind the badge and the many different seasons of his career.

As a Tucson Fire Department Public Information Officer, Barrett Baker’s duties included sharing information and details of calls that most could never imagine. In our most recent episode Battalion Chief Baker shares with us how he looks at his career with a No Bad Days perspective, turning tragic calls into education experiences for the public.

Join us for Part 2 of The Call Episode 19 where we continue our talk with Tempe Police Officer Lindsay Long. In the fall of 2018 Officer Long and her partner set out on a routine call to serve an order of protection, what they didn’t know is the ripple effect that would happen when the suspect opened fire of them. In Part 2 Officer Long talks about the events after her critical incident and how the ripple effect has continued to affect her personal and professional life.

Join us for The Call Episode 19 Part 1 where we talk with Tempe Police Officer Lindsay Long. In the fall of 2018 Officer Long and her partner set out on a routine call to serve an order of protection, what they didn’t know is the ripple effect that would happen when the suspect opened fire of them. Officer Long talks about the events leading up to and during her critical incident in part one of this two part series. Join us next week as we continue with The Ripple Effect.

We are joined by Agent Eliseo Guillen on today’s episode of 'The Call: Stories from Behind the Badge'. From a wild desert chase to a race against time to rescue an abandoned child from the clutches of a sex offender, Eliseo gives us a glimpse into the life of a Border Patrol Agent.

Pima County Sheriff’s Department Detective Zetterburg shares with us his 19 year journey from starting in patrol as a Deputy, transitioning to the Border Crime Unit, Special Investigations Unit and to his position now as the head of the Night Detective Unit. Listen as Detective Zetterburg shares with us stories from his time in Border Crime investigating Drug Smuggling and in Child Crimes where the drowning of a young girl hit close to home.

Troy Hayes spent 34 years as a First Responder—17 of those years with the Arizona Department of Public Safety as a trooper/paramedic with the Air Rescue Unit. Join us on the latest episode of The Call: Stories from Behind the Badge as Troy shares the story of a unique day in Arizona when he happened to end up using his snow shoes—what started as a simple call for help escalated into a dangerous standoff in the middle of the woods.

You might know him for his fun firefighter parodies like 'Turn Out for What', 'My Knee Hurts Now' and 'Booter', but we know him as Firefighter Brent Fenton of the Daisy Mountain Fire Department. Join us as Firefighter Fenton shares his journey from the son of a Phoenix Police Officer to firefighter, his rise on social media and The Call of his first burn victim after becoming a medic.

From a ride along with a neighbor to Pinal County Sheriff. Sheriff Mark Lamb shares his journey in law enforcement from starting with the Salt River PD working with the gang unit and his path to American Sheriff on the hit reality television shows Live PD & 60 Days In.

U.S. Border Patrol Agent Mike has had 17 surgeries, 26 procedures, 18 broken bones, and 19 sets of stitches; he has been stabbed 4 times, in 4 shoot-outs and has lost a pinky. Join us as he tells us the story of the night he ended up alone and under fire while patrolling the U.S. border. 

Leigha Graziano didn’t know she would be called to be in the fire service from a young age, in fact it wasn’t a dream of hers until she grew to admire the first responders who came to her family’s aid on some of their worst days. Now, after spending 5 years as a Glendale Fire Fighter Leigha shares the story of her brother Dalton, the way he impacted her life and the call that showed her just how fragile life can be.

Kaile and Tyler's story began in the United States Navy. Friendship blossomed into romance, and after completing their service, Kaile and Tyler moved to Arizona to start their life together. Tyler graduated from the State Trooper Academy on May 4, 2018. On July 25th, 2018, after just a few short months on the job, the unthinkable happened—Tyler was killed in the line of duty. Join us as Kaile shares her heartbreaking story of Love, Lost In The Line Of Duty.

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.

March 1963. 11:30PM. Patricia Weir (18) boards a bus following her shift at the Paramount Theater. She exits at her stop at 7th St. & Marlette. As Patricia makes her way down a sleepy street-- she is kidnapped, bound, & raped. Following the assault, Patricia's attacker, Ernesto Miranda, drops her off near her home. Detective Carroll Cooley is assigned to the call.  MUSIC Chan Walrus-1980’s Horror HolFix-Mystery Movie Music-1980s, Restless, Stranger Things Song

March 1963. 11:30PM. Patricia Weir (18) boards a bus following her shift at the Paramount Theater. She exits at her stop at 7th St. & Marlette. As Patricia makes her way down a sleepy street-- she is kidnapped, bound, & raped. Following the assault, Patricia's attacker, Ernesto Miranda, drops her off near her home. Detective Carroll Cooley is assigned to the call.  MUSIC Chan Walrus-1980’s Horror HolFix-Mystery Movie Music-1980s, Restless, Stranger Things Song

March 1963. 11:30PM. 18 year-old Patricia Weir boards the bus following her shift at the Paramount Theater. She exits the bus at her stop at 7th Street & Marlette. As Patricia makes her way down a sleepy street-- she is kidnapped, bound, and raped. Following the assault, Patricia's attacker, Ernesto Miranda, drops her off near her home. Detective Carroll Cooley is assigned to the call.  It is from this case that the Miranda Rights will be born. Music: Chan Walrus – 1980’s Horror HolFix...

Steve, a retired Phoenix Firefighter, shares the story of a call that will stay with him forever. Circa 1990. 2AM. A three-story nightclub on Mill Ave. in Tempe catches fire. The building is old. Hidden spaces behind walls and beneath floors conceal the fire. Electricity in the building remains on. These elements create a false sense of security- an illusion that the fire is not as advanced as it truly is. While Steve conducts search and rescue on the second floor, the ceiling above him...

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.