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Seven Points Podcast
In the Seven Points Podcast, hosts Sergeant Eric Andrews and Detective Sherod Harris ask guests seven specific questions, allowing guests to share their experiences as Arizona Department of Public Safety employees and what it means to be a part of the law enforcement family.
Episodes
16 episodes
Ep. 15 - Vehicular Crimes Detective Zach Cousins
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 involv...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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40:52
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Ep. 14 - Fixed Wing Pilot Frank Valenzuela
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,...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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50:50
Ep. 13 - Criminal Analyst Supervisor Tracy Foster
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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46:59
Ep. 12 - Bomb Squad Sergeant Vazquez
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 enforce...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:00:13
Ep. 11 - Trooper Paramedic Snyder
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 A...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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57:52
Ep. 10 - Motorcycle Trooper Simon
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. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:06:17
Ep. 9 - SWAT Detective Rodgers
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...
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59:47
Ep. 8 - Sgt. Snyder, Major Incident Division
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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47:38
Ep. 7 - Captain Tony Mapp
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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55:38
Ep. 6 - New State Trooper Kevin Bynum
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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35:08
Ep. 5 - Ken Norton, State Trooper Academy Sergeant
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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52:38
Ep. 4 - K9 Trooper Hainke
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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54:37
Ep. 3 - Communications Center Manager Jill Swanson
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 he...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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43:18
Ep. 2 - Trooper Harkins
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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42:57