In this episode of Standing Post, we're joined by Special Agent Robert Waltman, who discusses one of our lesser known programs: Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS). This initiative focuses on countering the emerging threat that drones, with their small size and high speed, pose to our protectees. As an expert in the technology--Waltman started using drones when they were known as multi-rotors and required pilots to build them from parts off the shelf--he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience about this issue, and tells us a little about his non-traditional path to becoming a Secret Service Special Agent. If you have an interest in drone technology in an exciting and challenging environment, consider a career in the Secret Service. We’re expanding our Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems program to include special agents, officers and technical professionals that are familiar with drones and want to have an impact in the world. You can start your Secret Service journey at secretservice.gov or usajobs.gov. Hosted and Edited by: Abel Trevino Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice Instagram @secretservice Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial YouTube @US Secret Service and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, SoundCloud.com or wherever you stream podcast. You can also find us at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

In this episode of Standing Post, we have the unique opportunity to speak to Deputy Assistant Director Darryl Volpicelli, the former Special Agent in Charge of the Presidential Protective Detail. While he is currently an executive in our agency, as the SAIC of PPD, DAD Volpicelli was responsible for every element of security for the President, whether that was in the White House or traveling throughout the US and abroad. We have a frank discussion with him about the stresses of such a high-stakes job, the inner workings of what it takes to protect the President - including the secret trip into the Ukraine by train - and why it’s such a rewarding position that every agent in the Secret Service works towards. If you’re seeking an exciting and challenging career in a fast-paced environment, consider a career in the Secret Service. We’re always looking for special agents, officers and technical professionals that want to have an impact in the world. You can start your Secret Service journey at secretservice.gov or usajobs.gov. Hosted and Edited by: Abel Trevino Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice Instagram @secretservice Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial YouTube @US Secret Service and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, SoundCloud.com or wherever you stream podcast. You can also find us at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

During this episode of My First Foot Beat, Sgt. Tech. Natasha Rowles talks to Off. Joeniqua Colebrook. They discuss Officer Colebrook's journey to the Secret Service, from the Bahamas to the US Army, and how her Army Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) influenced her decision to apply for our Airspace Operations Branch as a Uniformed Division officer. Are you interested in becoming an officer in the United States Secret Service Uniformed Division? Apply on USAJobs.gov, just search for “Secret Service Uniformed Division.”

In this episode of Standing Post, we talk to Office of Investigations Assistant Director David Smith to discuss the current state of Secret Service investigations and trends in cybercrimes. He highlights several specific criminal scams that have been on the rise, including Pig Butchering and ransomware, specifically noting the real-world implications ransomware threatens on our infrastructure. It’s an eye-opening conversation on a global threat impacting us all, and what we can do to protect ourselves. We’re always looking for talented people interested in being part of the investigative team pursuing cybercriminals. Start your journey at www.secretservice.gov to find out more. Hosted and Edited by: Abel Trevino Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Special thanks to Assistant Director Smith for making the time to appear on the show. I joked about being paranoid before we started recording, so I did spend part of the weekend changing critical passwords. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice Instagram @secretservice Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial YouTube @US Secret Service and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, SoundCloud.com or wherever you stream podcast. You can also find us at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

In this episode of My First Foot Beat, Sgt. Tech. Natasha Rowles sits down with her long-time friend and Law Enforcement Instructor Christina Werries. Their friendship goes back more than 20 years and, like all good friendships, they have numerous memories and many experiences together, including an unthinkable life-changing event: Christina’s stage 4 ovarian cancer diagnosis. Christina discusses how her diagnosis has changed her life, the steps she has taken to recover, her support networks and treatment, including how she is involved in two studies to better provide care for other women with this diagnosis. Are you interested in becoming an officer in the United States Secret Service Uniformed Division? Apply on USAJobs.gov, just search for “United States Secret Service Uniformed Division.”

When the NFL comes knocking, you answer. So when former NFL wide receiver and current CBS Mornings co-host Nate Burleson expressed interest in training with the Secret Service, we opened our doors. He spent a hot July day undergoing a truncated selection process for our Counter Assault Team, part of our Special Operations Division. They went through the PT, weapons handling, obstacle courses and realistic scenarios that a CAT member could face on the job. At the end of this grueling day, he sat down with Secret Service Director Kim Cheatle to talk about his experiences and our agency. Are you interested in joining the Secret Service? Find out more about our agency at www.secretservice.gov. Hosted and Edited by: Abel Trevino Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to Nate and CBS for coming out and training with our team. We appreciate all of your effort and it was a pleasure to host you. Let us know next time you want to come back. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey at https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Are you following us on social media? You can find us at: Twitter @secretservice Instagram @secretservice Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial YouTube@US Secret Service LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud and also streaming on YouTube.

In the latest episode of My First Foot Beat Sgt. Tech. Natasha Rowles talks to Off. Tech. Paige Tully about some of the unique roles she's had in the Secret Service, from working midnights at the White House to taking photos as a crime scene technician, and even working as an ambassador for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Are you interested in becoming an officer in the United States Secret Service Uniformed Division? Apply on USAJobs.gov, just search for “United States Secret Service Uniformed Division.”

As a child, Uniformed Division Officer Leth Oun experienced some of the worst atrocities known to man: he grew up in Cambodia in the 1970s under the Khmer Rouge and Pol Pot’s reign of terror. After years of brutality, he was able to flee Cambodia and made his way to America as a refugee, settling in Maryland. He learned English, graduated from high school and college and eventually joined the Secret Service after the September 11 attacks. As he prepares to retire after two decades with the agency, he sat down and discussed his life’s story, an incredible tale of overcoming adversity and trauma. As a warning, this episode includes a discussion about death and torture by a brutal regime, both against humans and animals. Sensitive listeners or anyone listening with young children may want to skip this episode. Hosted and Edited by: Abel Trevino Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram@secretservice Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial YouTube@US Secret Service LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

In the latest episode of My First Foot Beat, Sergeant Technician Natasha Rowles sits down with Officer Sean Cherney to discuss his journey to the Secret Service. Their discussion covers a wide range of topics, from how his upbringing set him up with the values needed to be worthy of trust and confidence to Secret Service training and living in the DC area. Additionally, Cherney’s broad experience in Secret Service teams really highlights the number of opportunities available in the agency and the scope of responsibilities that our personnel are trained for. This is a great episode for anyone who wants to explore new opportunities and challenge themselves. Are you interested in becoming an officer in the United States Secret Service Uniformed Division? Apply on USAJobs.gov, just search for “United States Secret Service Uniformed Division.”

Everyone’s path to the Secret Service is different. In the case of Special Agent Tory Green, his life started in a low-income, single-parent household and he somehow made his way to becoming an Eagle Scout, Huntsville Police Officer and eventually a Special Agent in the Secret Service. In this episode of Standing Post, we talk to him about his upbringing, his continued volunteer work and the investigative side of the Secret Service – including tracking an abducted child across state lines. Are you interested in joining the Secret Service? Start your journey at www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Hosted and Edited by: Abel Trevino Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

In the latest episode of My First Foot Beat, Sgt. Tech. Natasha Rowles sits down with Sgt. Joshua Mas and Off. Ryan Baker to talk about the joys of fatherhood, how they maintain a work/life balance in a high-profile law enforcement position and she even heard a few dad jokes.

In this episode of Standing Post, we talk to Steven Abel, a Protective Armored Specialist in our Special Services Division. Steven has a unique job that is critical to our protective mission – he is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of Secret Service vehicles, primarily the Presidential limo, which is commonly referred to as “The Beast.” His role is so critical to what we do that it doesn’t end in the garage, he travels with the limo and drives a vehicle in the motorcade in case anything breaks down. We talk about his path to the agency, what it means to work on The Beast, some of the perks of the job and his car collection. Are you interested in being a Protective Armored Specialist? If you have the right automotive certifications, we’d love to hear from you. Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Hosted and Edited by: Abel Trevino Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

In this episode of Standing Post, we talk to two analysts in our Forensic Services Division about science-focused careers in a law enforcement agency. Supervisory Document Analyst Meg O’Brien and Fingerprint Specialist Alicia Hope discussed their early love of science, entering forensic career fields after college and how they help support investigations for both the Secret Service and other law enforcement agencies. During the conversation, they provide a full picture of what their jobs entail and the investigative tools they rely on, including the Secret Service’s International Ink Library and using chemistry to create even more tools. If you’re interested in science or forensics, this is a must-hear episode. Hosted and Edited by: Abel Trevino Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Do you have a science background and an interest in joining the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

In a second special Mother’s Day episode of My First Foot Beat, Sergeant Technician Natasha Rowles talks to Uniformed Division Captain Georgene M. Kalogeras and her mother, retired Uniformed Division Lieutenant Carolyn M. Hoey (formerly Beal). Rowles and her guests discuss what life was like growing up in a Secret Service household, cultural changes in the organization since Hoey reared her daughter and tools modern Uniformed Division mothers can rely on to help ensure they are able to spend time with their families while succeeding in a challenging career field.

In a special Mother’s Day edition of My First Foot Beat, Sergeant Technician Natasha Rowles talks to Sergeant Miranda Grimm and Officer Andrea Farrow about navigating two unique landscapes: motherhood and the Secret Service. In this insightful episode, they discuss the challenges they face as they balance the responsibilities of a Uniformed Division officer with their home lives.

In the April 2023 episode of Standing Post, we sit down with Financial Analyst Andrew Frey to discuss a new type of cybercrime called Pig Butchering. If you think the name is intriguing, wait until you hear about the crime: criminals randomly contact people and slowly befriend them while convincing them that they can make money in cryptocurrency. Criminals executing a Pig Butchering scam have to use a lot of charm and technology, sometimes human trafficking, and they have yielded millions of dollars in ill-gotten gains. This is a fascinating episode that really shines a light on crimes that many people have never heard of.

In the latest episode of My First Foot Beat, Officer Technician Natasha Rowles sits down with the Edmunds brothers – Dezmon and Freddie – to discuss their paths to the Secret Service, a little sibling rivalry and some of the perks of the job. Are you interested in becoming an officer in the United States Secret Service Uniformed Division? Apply on USAJobs.gov, just search for “United States Secret Service Uniformed Division.” #MFFB #USSS #SecretService #StandingPost #USSSPodcasts #UD #UniformedDivision

In a special edition of Standing Post, Secret Service Director Kim Cheatle invites three former Secret Service directors back for a quick conversation. They discuss ongoing initiatives that have spanned their tenures; some of the unique challenges they faced, including COVID response and coming in as the director without any Secret Service experience; and some of the lessons they've learned as they reminisce on their time in office. Special thanks to all the directors -- Kim Cheatle, Jim Murray, Joe Clancy and Tex Alles -- for taking the time out of their busy schedules to come together for this. Edited by: Abel Trevino Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to Victoria for stopping by to spend a couple of hours with us. If you’re interested in some of Victoria’s work, you can view her portfolio at https://victoriataylorphotography.zenfoliosite.com/ 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

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 weeks before retirement.

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 you. Special thanks to Uniformed Division Public Information Office Paul Mayhair who did the brunt of creating this new space, transforming it from a storage area to a soundproof room with modern sound dampening tiles and green screen capabilities. Paul, I promise, I'll get to that cable management soon. Also, I need to think the Communication and Media Relations leadership for letting us take over that space and trusting us to build something useable.

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 a great episode for them to drop in on. Hosted and Edited by: Abel Trevino Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to Victoria for stopping by to spend a couple of hours with us. If you’re interested in some of Victoria’s work, you can view her portfolio at https://victoriataylorphotography.zenfoliosite.com/ 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

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 interested in becoming an officer in the United States Secret Service Uniformed Division? Apply on USAJobs.gov, just search for “United States Secret Service Uniformed Division.”

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 world. In 2021 and 2022, she placed in the top 3 at several USA Triathlon National Championships and also qualified for world triathlon events in 2022 and 2023. Most recently, she was named the Virginia Commonwealth Games Adult-Female Athlete of the Year, an unexpected honor that required her peers to nominate and vote for her. We were able to sit down and talk to her about what it takes to be an elite athlete competing on a world stage while balancing the pressures of a zero-fail mission at work and rearing a family. She discusses the triathlon community, her rigorous training regimen and the importance of a support network in her success. Hosted and Edited by: Abel Trevino Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to Michelle for taking the time out of her day and training schedule to spend a couple of hours with us. Michelle would also like to thank her man behind the curtain, coach Dave Connor with Rogue Coaching Solutions. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

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 Tex Mex in DC. Are you interested in becoming an officer in the United States Secret Service Uniformed Division? Apply on USAJobs.gov, just search for “United States Secret Service Uniformed Division.” #MFFB #USSS #SecretService #StandingPost #USSSPodcasts #UD #UniformedDivision

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.

 Hosted and Edited by: Abel Trevino Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez

 This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov

 A big thanks to our guest, Beth, for sharing her incredible story and listening to Abel talk endlessly about his own non-working senior dogs. “K9 Senna’s Stride” will be available for purchase Nov. 25th. If you’re interested in purchasing a copy, you can at www.pawsofhonor.org, all proceeds go to helping retired working dogs. Follow them on Facebook at Paws of Honor or Instagram at @pawsofhonor. If you are a Federal employee, it’s CFC season, so you can also donate to them with CFC number 97067. 
Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here: www.hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police

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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 four-person team have personally every service weapon in use today.

 Our conversation with O’ Rourke is a great look into a little known area of the Secret Service: weaponry. He talks about the transition from revolvers to automatic weapons, the changes in calibers and even how ammunition is tested. There’s a lot of science in ensuring that every weapon in the agency fires accurately every time.

 Hosted and Edited by: Abel Trevino, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez

 This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov

 Special Thanks to Bill O’ Rourke and Mike Kummer for their time and a great tour of the facilities; and Brandon Higbee for making the arrangements.

 Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here: www.hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police

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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 Missions Branch and is currently at the Rowley Training Center. “The time I spent on our Patrol Unit and our Assignment and Scheduling Office really allowed me to see all the different aspects Uniformed Division has to bring,” she said. “As an officer, I had the wonderful opportunity travel all around the world and experience different cultures . I have watched historical moments first hand ranging from tragedies such as the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina to working Presidential Inaugurations.” #MFFB #StandingPost #USSS #USSSPodcasts #UD100 #MyFirstFootBeat #SecretService

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 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 Missions Branch and is currently at the Rowley Training Center. “The time I spent on our Patrol Unit and our Assignment and Scheduling Office really allowed me to see all the different aspects Uniformed Division has to bring,” she said. “As an officer, I had the wonderful opportunity travel all around the world and experience different cultures . I have watched historical moments first hand ranging from tragedies such as the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina to working Presidential Inaugurations.” #UD100 #StandingPost #MyFirstFootBeat #MFFB #USSSPodcasts #USSS #SecretService

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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

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: www.hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police The music used in the podcast was altered from the original soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

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 from the original soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

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 Produced by: Cody Starken This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

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: https://www.secretservice.gov/careers Hosted, produced, and edited by: Cody Starken Assistant Producer: Abel Trevino 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

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 office at www.secretservice.gov Hosted, Edited, and Produced by: Cody Starken This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

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 Your Money": https://www.secretservice.gov/sites/default/files/reports/2020-12/KnowYourMoney.pdf Hosted, produced, and edited by: Cody Starken Assistant Producer: Abel Trevino 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

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 arrival ceremonies for foreign heads of state. Sgt. Eliott G. Nelson, a proud native of Wyandotte County, Kansas City, Kansas, was hired by the United States Secret Service on March 15 th , 2014. Shortly after being assigned to the White House Branch, Mr. Nelson joined the Special Operations Section (SOS), which is responsible for providing access control and screening to guests attending social events or public East Wing tours. After two years, Mr. Nelson worked his way into a leadership role within SOS. Sgt. Nelson received his Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Southeast Missouri State University, where he also became a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated, Xi Gamma Chapter. Sgt. Nelson received his Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. White House Tours - https://www.nps.gov/whho/planyourvisit/the-white-house-tour.htm Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

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 USSS Award for Merit, the DHS Award for Valor, the PDSA Order of Merit and was named AMC Top Dog in 2016. Today K9HH sponsors 25 retired working dogs through the Paws of Honor Veterinary Care Program and is on track to that number in 2022. You can read articles about K-9 Hurricane as published in Good Morning America, Fox News, ABC News, USA Today, The New York Times, Men's Journal, and more! He has also made appearances on Good Morning Britain, Sky News, and BBC Radio. SAIC = Special Agent In Charge PPD = Presidential Protection Division Hosted, produced, and edited by: Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez Special thanks to former Uniformed Division Officer Marshall Mirarchi and K-9 Hurricane for their time and support. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

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 - https://www.secretservice.gov/newsroom/releases/2021/10/eight-nigerians-charged-following-large-scale-secret-service Brian S. Lambert is a 22-year veteran of the Secret Service and began his career in 1999 serving as a special agent in the New York Field Office. Mr. Lambert transferred to the Presidential Protective Division in 2006 and worked on the protective details for Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama. Prior to joining the Secret Service, Mr. Lambert served as a police officer with the Chesterfield County (VA) Police Department, distinguishing himself as the Rookie of the Year in 1998. Mr. Lambert is married and is a father of five children. Hosted, produced, and edited by: Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez Special thanks to SAIC Brian Lambert for his time and support. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #41 – Please welcome Los Angeles Field Office’s Special Agent in Charge, Mr. Jesse Baker. Mr. Baker discusses his role and responsibilities in providing security support to Super Bowl 56, and his work history with the Secret Service. For more information about the topics covered in this episode, please use the links below. National Special Security Event(NSSE) - https://www.dhs.gov/keywords/nsse Special Event Assessment Rating (SEAR 1)- https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/publications/19_0905_ops_sear-fact-sheet.pdf Jesse B. Baker is a member of the Senior Executive Service who currently serves as the United States Secret Service Special Agent in Charge of the Los Angeles Field Office. Mr. Baker previously served as a member and later a supervisor on the Presidential Protective Division, where he fulfilled numerous supervisory assignments, managed the incident command center for the White House Grounds and led personnel responsible for ensuring the safety of the President of the United States. Mr. Baker received a Master in Business Administration from UCLA, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with a major in accounting from the University of Arizona. Hosted, Produced, and Edited by: Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Special thanks to SAIC Jesse Baker for his time and support. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #040 - Please welcome Chief Financial Officer Gwendolyn Sykes. Ms. Sykes began working with the Secret Service in May 2012, bringing with her a wealth of financial management skills and talent for organizational transformation and enhancement. Among her many accomplishments, Ms. Sykes is the first African American female to serve as the Chief Financial Officer at NASA, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Nominated by the President of the United States and confirmed by the United States Senate, she was responsible for the financial management and health of this $16 billion agency. Ms. Sykes led more than 500 finance professionals, located across ten geographically dispersed locations throughout the United States, in the development and execution of financial policies, processes, and procedures. She has also served as Yale University's Chief Financial Officer, the first in that university's 306-year history, and Chief Financial Officer for Morehouse College. Previous government experience includes working within the Department of Defense and in the office of U.S. Senator Ted Stevens. Gwendolyn Sykes holds a Bachelor of Arts in accounting from Catholic University and a Master of Public Administration from American University, where she also serves as an adjunct professor in the School of Public Affairs. She has been recognized for her achievements by Black Enterprise, Newsweek, the Today Show, and the National Black Caucus of State Legislators. Hosted, Produce, and Edited by: Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov Special thanks to CFO Sykes for her time and support and to CFO for their support. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #039 Please welcome Stephanie Semadeni, one of our Occupational Health Nurses in the Safety, Health and Environmental Programs Division. Stephanie has been with the Secret Service since 2013. One of the main functions of her position as a nurse in SAF is to review medical exams and make medical qualification determinations for those enrolled in the Mandatory Medical Examination Program. In her role as Wellness Programs coordinator, Stephanie has used her background in health promotion, in conjunction with her nursing knowledge, to expand the health and wellness program offerings for employees. During the last 19 months, Stephanie has taken a prominent nursing role in SAF’s COVID response. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to Nurse Stephaine for her time and support, and SAF for their support. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work Attribution- Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #038 - Please welcome Personnel Security Specialist Trevon Jenifer. Trevon Jenifer was born without limbs due to a rare disease called Congenital Phocomelia. When Trevon was 4 years old, his step-dad (Eric Brown) came into his life and helped raise him. All of Trevon’s siblings were participating in sports, so Eric found an organization that offered Wheelchair Track and Wheelchair Basketball. Trevon broke and still holds the records in the 100-, 200-, 400- and 800-meter races for Wheelchair Track in the U11 and U14 age groups. He competed in Wheelchair Track and Basketball until the age of 12, then competed in Wrestling his junior and senior year in High School. His senior year he finished 3rd in the State of Maryland and has a record of 32-8. Trevon was inducted into the Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2006. In 2006, Trevon wrote an autobiography about his life called From the Ground Up. From 2006-2011, Trevon attended Edinboro University of Pennsylvania where earned his Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology. He was a member of the Edinboro University Wheelchair Basketball Team, where he went from being the 8th man on an 8-man roster to the best player on the Team by 2009. He was a 2x All-American (2010 and 2011) and Captain from 2009-2011. Trevon made his first Team USA appearance in 2009 when he was on the U23 Team that took Gold in Junior World’s Championship. He then made the Men’s National Team in 2010 and has been a member ever since. He has won Gold in the Parapan American Games in 2011 (Guadalajara, Mexico), 2015 (Toronto, Canada), and 2019 (Lima, Peru). Trevon won two Silver in the Worlds Championship Games in 2014 in Incheon, South Korea, and in Hamburg, Germany in 2018. He is a 3X Paralympic medalist, winning a Bronze Medal in the 2012 Paralympic Games in London, Gold Medalist in the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio, Gold Medalist in 2020 Paralympic Games in Toyko. In 2013-2015, Trevon played professional Wheelchair Basketball in the south of France. Trevon is a proud father to a baby girl and baby boy. While being a full-time Father, Trevon is also an active member in his community, where volunteers as an assistant coach for the Edinboro University Wheelchair Basketball Team. He does countless demonstrations and motivational speeches, for schools (elementary and up), ADA, FBI, FEMA, YMCA, etc. all over the United States, speaking on topics that cover perseverance, Paralympic movement, bullying, and adaptive/disability awareness. Social Media: www.treyj5.com, Facebook: Trevon Jenifer, Twitter: @Trevon_Jenifer, Instagram: @TreyJenifer Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to PSS Trevon Jenifer for his time and support, and SMD for their support. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Sp. Ep. #004 - Please welcome the Boston Field Office's Assistant Special Agent in Charge, ASAIC Tom Baker, and Brian Miller, brother of the late Master Security Officer Craig Miller. In this episode, we discuss the loss of MSO Craig Miller on 9/11 and the relationship that formed between Brian Miller's family and the Boston Field Office. Hosted, Produced, and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov. Special Thanks to ASAIC Tom Baker, and Brian Miller for his time and support, and INV and the Boston field office for their support. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work Attribution- Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook@UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S.SecretService Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #037 Please welcome Assistant to the Special Agent in Charge, ATSAIC Brad Beeler. Special Agent Beeler started his career in the Chicago Field Office in the counterfeit and organized crime squads, he then became a polygrapher where he started the next phase of his career doing polygraph examinations. He then went on to serve on the Bush Protective Division as a shift agent and shift leader. After completing his assignment in protection, SA Beeler became a polygraph examiner in the St. Louis Field Office; where he assisted state and local law enforcement by conducting hundreds of child exploitation and homicide polygraph examinations, conducted USSS applicant screening and criminal and protective intelligence examinations throughout the United States. SA Beeler now is assigned as the Secret Service liaison at the federal polygraph school, where he serves as the course manager/instructor for interview techniques. He routinely speaks at regional and national conferences on topics related to polygraph, child exploitation investigations, and elicitation techniques. SA Beeler received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Criminology from the University of Missouri – St. Louis. SA Beeler is the recipient of the 2019 Forensic Hero Award and the 2015 Secret Service Special Agent of the Year Award. Hosted, Produced, and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and Assistant Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to ATSAIC Brad Beeler for his time and support, and FSD for their support. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #036 - Please welcome Investigative Protection Officer Patrick Rafferty. Mr. Rafferty serves in the New York Field Office and came to the Secret Service after retiring as a Captain in the New York Police Department. Mr. Rafferty served the NYPD for 25 years and in 2010 came to the Secret Service. Prior to the NYPD, he served in the U.S. Army and received his BA in Criminal Justice and a Master’s in Public Administration. Mr. Rafferty said this is the best job in the world! The Technical Law Enforcement (TLE) Support Branch supports the recruitment and staffing of Technical Law Enforcement positions to include; Investigative Protection Officer, Technical Security Investigator, and Protective Armor Specialist. TLE partners with the Offices of Investigations, Protective Operations, and Technical Development and Mission Support. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to IPO Patrick Rafferty for his time and support, and NYFO for their support. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #035 - Please welcome Deputy Director Faron K. Paramore; he serves as the 22nd Deputy Director of the United States Secret Service. Appointed in March 2021, Mr. Paramore has direct oversight of the agency's daily investigative and protective operations. Mr. Paramore also oversees the agency's current policies and is responsible for implementing emerging protective and investigative technologies. Prior to his appointment, Mr. Paramore served as the agency’s Assistant Director of the Office of Strategic Intelligence and Information, responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all efforts involving the collection, evaluation, and dissemination of operational intelligence and information affecting the protective mission of the Secret Service. A 31-year veteran of the U.S. Secret Service, Mr. Paramore began his career in 1989 as a special agent assigned to the Detroit Field Office.  He rose steadily through the ranks of the agency with subsequent assignments in the Grand Rapids Resident Office, the Presidential Protective Division, and as a Congressional Fellow.  Mr. Paramore assumed greater levels of responsibility with supervisory assignments as Assistant to the Special Agent in Charge of the Recruitment Division; Resident Agent in Charge of the Grand Rapids Resident Office; and, Assistant Special Agent in Charge in the Washington Field Office.  In his subsequent career assignment, Mr. Paramore served as Special Agent in Charge of Congressional Affairs where he worked closely with the Department of Homeland Security Legislative Affairs Office regarding legislative initiatives that could impact the Secret Service. He was appointed to the Senior Executive Service in June 2009.  During this period in his career, he served as Executive Assistant to the Director and, subsequently, as Deputy Assistant Director of the Office of Congressional Affairs.  He served in that capacity until his appointment to Assistant Director of the Office of Administration where he managed the fiscal responsibilities of the Secret Service.  His areas of responsibility included budget formulation and execution, procurement, facilities property management, and administrative services.  Following this assignment, Mr. Paramore was appointed as Assistant Director of the Office of Government and Public Affairs. Mr. Paramore is a native of Detroit, Michigan.  He received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan; and holds a Master’s Degree in Management from Johns Hopkins University. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to Deputy Director Faran Paramore for his time and support.  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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work Attribution- Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #034 - Please welcome Uniformed Division TREK Patrol Officer, Louis Lara. After joining the Secret Service, he decided to broaden his law enforcement experiences by joining the TREK Program within the Uniformed Division's White House Branch. Since 2016, Ofc. Lara became a Nationally certified TREK trained officer, and helped restore and provide maintenance on all the branches’ fleet of TREK bicycles as 1 of 3 officers under the title of TREK mechanic within the Secret Service. Ofc. Lara's certifications include: TREK Officer, TREK Mechanic, NHTSA Instructor, and Crisis Intervention Team. Before joining the Secret Service in November 2016, he completed multiple medical field internships and worked as a Therapeutic Support Staff member for Access Services where he worked with children, young adults, and adults with various levels of autism as well as other patients/clients with learning disabilities. Hosted, Produced, and Edited by: Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service

Episode #033 - Please welcome Chief of the Enterprise Strategy Division, Robin Champ. Before joining the Secret Service, Ms. Champ was the Chief of the Global Futures Office at the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA). She developed a comprehensive methodology (to include stakeholder interviews, scenario-based planning, SWOT analysis, policy analysis, and crowdsourcing) to facilitate the development of the Agency’s Strategic Plan. She spearheaded the introduction of Scenario-Based Planning in the organization and continues to be a frequent speaker on the subject. Ms. Champ also led the Project on Advanced Systems and Concepts for Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD), addressing key national security and CWMD issues through strategic studies and dialogues. Ms. Champ co-leads the Federal Foresight Community of Interest (FFCoI.org). She also is a guest lecturer on foresight at George Washington University’s “Mastering Strategy for the Public Sector” course. In addition to a commendation from the Vice President of the United States, and her many awards for outstanding performance, Ms. Champ is a recipient of the DTRA Director’s Distinguished Civilian Service Medal. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service

Sp. Ep. #003 (Graphic Content Warning) - Please welcome Deputy Assistant Director Hector Hernandez who has been a Special Agent with the United States Secret Service for 29 years. In this special episode, he shares his account of his actions and personal loss after the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building on April 19. 1995, 26 years ago today. Acronyms used in the episode SSA - Social Security Administration HHG OIG - Health and Human Services' Office of Inspector General DAD - Deputy Assistant Director Special thanks to DAD Hector Hernandez for his time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted, Produced, and Edited by Cody Starken This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution- Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Ep. #032 - Please welcome Deputy Chief Catrina Bonus; Catrina has served with the Secret Service for close to 25 years.  She began her career as an officer assigned to the White House Branch and throughout her career, she has risen steadily through the ranks with leadership assignments at all branches of the Uniformed Division including the White House, Foreign Missions, Naval Observatory, Special Operations – Magnetometer Operations Office, Office of the Chief, and the James J. Rowley Training Center (JJRTC). On August 5, 2018, Catrina was appointed to the rank of Deputy Chief; the Uniformed Division’s first female Deputy Chief. Her first assignment as Deputy Chief was at the White House, the largest branch within the Uniformed Division.  Her current assignment is at the James J. Rowley Training Center where she appreciates the opportunity to work amongst the JJRTC Training Staff to direct, coordinate, and implement policies and programs associated with Secret Service basic and advanced training and employee and leadership development for USSS trainees and employees. Hosted, produced, and edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to Deputy Chief Catrina Bonus and the Uniformed Division for their time and support.  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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work Attribution- Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #031 – Please welcome Assistant Director Kimberly Cheatle, Office of Protective Operations. AD Cheatle oversees a special projects team that responds to operational, technical, and administrative issues at all levels of the organization; and directs staffing and logistical operations for the directorate and ten operational divisions to ensure divisions and events are properly resourced. Also, she works with the Technical Security Division to research, develop, and deploy technologies that reduce risks to protectees, protected facilities, and protected events. Prior to serving as Assistant Director, she served as the Special Agent in Charge of the Atlanta Field Office, providing oversight for all mission-related investigations, protective intelligence, and protective visits in the state of Georgia. Ms. Cheatle was appointed to the Senior Executive Service (SES) in February 2016 as the Special Agent in Charge of the James J. Rowley Training Center (RTC). She later served as the Deputy Assistant Director for the Office of Training. Ms. Cheatle has served in numerous leadership roles throughout her 25-year career, including Special Agent in Charge of Strategic Planning and Policy, the Vice Presidential Protective Division, the Resident Agent in Charge, Grand Rapids, MI resident office, Assistant Inspector, Office of Inspection, Assistant to the Special Agent in Charge, Vice Presidential Protective Division, and Assistant to the Special Agent in Charge, RTC. Special Thanks to AD Kim Cheatle and OPO for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work is Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. SecretService Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #030 - Please welcome The Rev. Mark F. Arbeen, Chaplain Program Manager, Office of Equity and Employee Support Services. Chaplain Arbeen joined the USSS in 2011 as a Contract Specialist in the Procurement Division. In 2012, he transferred to the Technical Security Division as the Program Control and Integration Officer. While working for TSD, Chaplain Arbeen was preparing to serve as a Deacon in the Roman Catholic Church, being ordained in February 2018. Chaplain Arbeen, under the direction of Ms. Carolyn McMillon, helped develop the Chaplain Program. The Program currently consists of 144 local, volunteer, Chaplains throughout the United States that serve our Special Agents, Uniform Division Officers, Technical Law Enforcement Officers, and Administrative, Professional, and Technical personnel, and their families, during times of personal and professional need, National Special Security Events, and during catastrophic events. Volunteer Chaplains provide supportive care for employees and their immediate family members in times of need. Chaplains may help to provide for the spiritual, personal, and social needs of the individual in support of the goals and objectives of the Chaplain Program, including offering spiritual insight and perspectives on personal and professional struggles associated with the risks implicit in the law enforcement culture. Chaplain Arbeen is a veteran of the United States Navy, and attended the Protestant Episcopal Theological Seminary in Alexandria, Virginia. For more information about how to join the USSS Volunteer Chaplain program, please reach out to Rev. Mark Arbeen at: 202-406-6716 or Mark.Arbeen@usss.dhs.gov Special Thanks to Rev. Mark Arbeen and EES for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted, Produced, and Edited by: Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS&p=1 Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #029 Please welcome Lieutenant Maria Ruano of the Uniformed Division. Lt. Ruano has served with the USSS for more than 14 years. She started her career at the White House Branch before transferring to the Naval Observatory Branch and then on to the Counter Surveillance Unit for the Vice Presidential Protective Detail (VPPD). Lt. Ruano was promoted to Sergeant in 2014 and then assigned to the White House Branch. Then she was selected as a classroom instructor at the James J. Rowley Training Center for two years before getting promoted to the rank of Lieutenant and transferred to the Special Operations Division (SOD) back to the White House Branch. In 2019, she was named as the Operations Lieutenant at SOD/ K9 where she is currently assigned. Hosted, Produced, and Edited by Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to Lt. Maria Ruano and the Uniformed Division for their time and support. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #028 - Please welcome two-time guest, Investigative Analyst Ryan Heethius of the Paris Field Office who speaks on his roles and responsibilities as a foreign field office IA for the Secret Service. He also speaks on an investigation he took part in back in the states called Champagne Charlie. IA Ryan Heethius is under the Investigative Support Division (ISD) for the Office of Investigations. Ryan has worked on many different cases to include, including counterfeit operations, money laundering, homicide, and cybercrime. The role of an Investigative Analysts are multi-faceted, consisting of broad-based criminological research, link analysis, intelligence data gathering, performing complex statistical analysis and trend forecasting for criminal and protective intelligence, develops curricula for and provides high-quality training for investigators, researchers, and support staff. IAs also travel frequently to support field offices and task forces, often assisting with search warrants and asset forfeiture. The work of IAs involves extensive knowledge of criminological theories, research methodologies, and the development and use of investigative and intelligence systems and analysis of investigative cases such as; financial crimes, access device fraud, telecom fraud, high- tech crimes, counterfeit U.S. currency and obligations, and protective intelligence. Special Thanks to Ryan Heethius and ISD for their time and support.  Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted, Produced, and Edited by: Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS&p=1 Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #027 – Please welcome Retired Assistant Special Agent in Charge Robert Pacsi. ASAIC Pacsi recently served as the Security Coordinator for the Democratic National Convention and has been with the Secret Service for more than 22 years.  He started his career in the Indianapolis Field Office and completed an additional investigative assignment in the Houston Filed Office before transferring to the Presidential Protective Division (PPD) then on to the Dignitary Protective Division (DPD).  Since his time in D.C. and prior to undertaking planning in Milwaukee for the DNC, Robert served a variety of supervisory assignments in the Los Angeles Field Office and Cleveland Field Office.     Special thanks to Retired ASAIC Robert Pacsi and DPD for his time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted, Produced, and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work Attribution- Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Special Ep. #002: Please welcome the U.S. Secret Service’s Special Agent Michael Moran and the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Supervisory Special Agent Jonathan Holmes who speak on Ransomware and its significance in today’s world. As two professionals in the Cybercrime field, they discuss how Ransomware can affect anyone who has a computer with an internet connection. Listeners will learn the basics of Ransomware and what the Secret Service and the FBI are doing to combat the criminals who conduct Ransomware attacks against American citizens and businesses. Are you a victim of a Ransomware attack? Please contact a field office near you for assistance. Secret Service Field Offices https://www.secretservice.gov/contact/field-offices/ FBI Field Offices https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices For more information about Ransomware click on the links below: U.S. Secret Service Ransomware Guide https://www.secretservice.gov/data/investigation/Preparing-for-a-Cyber-Incident-A-Guide-to-Ransomware-v-1.pdf Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency on Ransomware https://us-cert.cisa.gov/Ransomware Hosted, edited, produced by: Cody Starken This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #026 Please welcome Assistant Special Agent in Charge Ryan Moore. ASAIC Moore has served with the Secret Service for more than 18 years.  He started his career in the Chicago Field Office as a member of the Electronic Crimes Squad.  Since his time in the Chicago Field Office, Ryan has served in a variety of supervisory roles to include the Criminal Investigative Division’s CERT liaison program at Carnegie Mellon, the Protective Intelligence and Assessment Division, and the Office of the Chief Information Officer.  His assignments within the Office of the Chief Information Officer include Information System Security Manager, Deputy Chief Information Security Officer, Deputy Chief Information Officer (Acting), and currently the Chief Information Security Officer.  Ryan has enjoyed the opportunity to work on cybersecurity issues from an investigative, protective intelligence, and enterprise perspective.     Hosted, edited, produced by: Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #025 - Please welcome Secret Service Uniform Division, Lieutenant Jeffrey Walker. Lieutenant Walker has been a member of the Uniformed Division for 17 and ½ years. He is currently assigned to the Outreach Branch, where he supervises the staff and manages the branch’s marketing, advertising, and recruiting efforts. As a Secret Service Recruiter, he works to bring in the best of the best for the Agency. He also served as a Uniformed Division Instructor at the Rowley Training Center, where he was responsible for providing classroom and practical instructions to Uniformed Division, Special Agents, and Technical Law Enforcement trainees and the coordination of UD Mission In-Services and Uniformed Division Recruit training. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secrestservice.gov Special Thanks to Lieutenant Jeffrey Walker for his time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted, Produced, and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?a=HSAD Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #024 – Please welcome Special Agent in Charge (SAIC) Michael J. Swangler, of the Carter Protective Division (CPD). SAIC Swangler became a Special Agent with the Secret Service in 1997. He served in the Investigations (INV) Directorate in the Richmond, Virginia field office (RIC), then under the Criminal Investigations Division (CID), and also the Newark and Trenton, New Jersey field offices. After INV, he served under the Training (TNG) Directorate at the Secret Service Academy, James J. Rowley Training Center (RTC). Following that post, he was assigned to the Office of Protective Operations (OPO) Directorate on the Presidential Protective Division (PPD), then the Vice-Presidential Protective Division (VPD), and his current assignment as the Special Agent in Charge of CPD in Plains, GA. Special Thanks to SAIC Michael Swangler and OPO for their time and support.  Special thanks to FSD for their time and support.  Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?k=U.S.%20Secret%20Service Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook@UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #023 – Please welcome Uniformed Division Chief Tom Sullivan to the first episode of season 3! Sworn in as a Federal Police Officer with the Secret Service Uniformed Division in January 1988; he has over 29 years of diverse public safety experience, including police officer and Fire; Rescue Emergency positions in the US Air Force. In January 2004, he made the rank of Captain and was assigned to the White House Branch where he served as the day work Watch Commander. In 2007, he achieved the rank of Inspector and remained assigned to the White House Branch where he served as the Deputy Branch Commander for all administrative and operational matters. In 2011, he became the Deputy Chief and assigned to the White House Branch. In March of 2018, he was sworn in as the 25th Chief of the Secret Service Uniformed Division. In this position, he leads more than 1600 officers and officials on a daily basis and is responsible for the planning and direction of the Uniformed Division. Special Thanks to Chief Tom Sullivan and OPO for their time and support.  Special thanks to FSD for their time and support.  Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work is Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?k=U.S.%20Secret%20Service Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #022 - Please welcome Secret Service Sgt.-Technician Travas Holland and Officer-Technician Adam Murray. Sgt.-Tech Travas Holland served 17years with the Secret Service Uniform Division in December. He started out at the White House Branch and was a part of the surveillance team, as a Trek Officer. After about 2.5 years at the White House, he applied for a position on the Counter Sniper Team where he has remained for the past 14 years. Officer-Technician Murray has with the USSS since May of 2012. He joined the Foreign Missions Branch for 2 years after graduating from training. Later, after a brief assignment to the White House Branch, he joined the Counter Sniper Team in 2014. For more information, please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to both gentlemen for their time and support. Thank you to FSD for allowing us to use their equipment. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #021 - Please welcome Secret Service Officer-Technician Alta Lauren Gunawan, she has been with the United States Secret Service for 3 years. Her career has been at the White House Branch working on the patrol unit which consists of around the clock surveillance and protection of the White House zone. In March of 2019 she was one of 6 people selected to participate in the training for an elite unit called the Motorcade Support Unit (MSU). Officer-Technician Gunawan would become the first female to be on the unit. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to Officer-Technician Gunawan for her time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

The Oklahoma City bombing was a domestic terrorist truck bombing on the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, on April 19, 1995. The bombing happened at 9:02 a.m. and killed at least 168 people, injured more than 680 others, and destroyed one-third of the building. Among those who were killed, the Secret Service lost that day: Special Agent Cynthia Brown, Special Agent Donald Leonard, Special Agent Mickey Maroney, Office Manager Linda McKinney, Investigative Assistant Kathy Seidl, and Assistant Special Agent in Charge Alan Whicher. The host of Standing Post, Cody Starken, had the honor of interviewing 4 surviving family members of individuals who perished on that day. Mickey Maroney and Alice Denison, children of Special Agent Mickey Maroney; Mr. Glenn Seidl, former husband of IA Kathy Seidl; and Ms. Diane Leonard, former wife of Special Agent Donald Leonard. We hope you enjoy the episode. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode # 20 - Please welcome Priscilla Salyers, our Administrative Officer in the Oklahoma City Field Office. Priscilla has 32 years of service and is a survivor of the Oklahoma City April 19, 1995 bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building. Priscilla tells her remarkable survival story almost 25 years after that tragic day. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to AO Priscilla Salyers for her time and support and the Oklahoma City Field Office. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Ep. #019 - This month we speak to Senior Special Agent William “Willie” Wind about his liaison work with Native American law enforcement and tribal gaming entities in Oklahoma and his Financial and Electronic Crimes Task Force work. He began his Secret Service career in 1997 as a Special Agent in the Tulsa (OK) Resident Agency. He worked there until 2001 when he was reassigned to the Forensic Services Division as a polygraph examiner in the Houston (TX) Field Office. Since 2010, Wind was selected for the collateral duty as the Special Emphasis Program Manager for American Indians/Alaska Natives in the Secret Service. He has served in this role since 2010 where he is responsible for identifying agency policies, procedures, and practices that adversely impact American Indians/Alaska Natives within the USSS. As of 2020, SSA Wind works out of the Oklahoma City Field Office where he is currently the back-up supervisor for the United States Secret Service Oklahoma Financial and Electronic Crimes Task Force. SSA Wind was also responsible for the coordination of initiatives mandated by the Department of Homeland Security and the White House which led to him co-developing the US Secret Service’s Wounded Warrior and Military Spouse Mentorship Program (a pilot program) and being requested by the White House to be a speaker at President Obama’s White House Tribal Youth Summit. SSA William Wind enjoys spending time with his family and is active within the Yardeka Muscogee (Creek) Indian Community. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to SSA William Wind for his time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted, Produced, and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #018 - Back in May 2017, the Secret Service, Homeland Security Investigations, and the Miami Dade Police Department were notified by Target Special Investigators regarding several suspects impersonating Target headquarters’ employees who called stores around the U.S. to get employees to load money on Target gift cards to purchase and sell items at a later date. Our guest this month work for more than a year and a half on the case, which resulted in Operations Benefactor and Dejavu to bring in these fraudsters into custody. This episode introduces a first for Standing Post. Our first call-in guest from the Field. The audio will be a little different but we hope to continue improving on our interviews to keep bringing you stories from the field. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to SA Logan Workman for his time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #017 Please welcome Secret Service Sergeant-Technician Darrione Nall who is one of our officers in the Uniformed Division. Sergeant Nall is part of a special group of officers on the Emergency Response Team (ERT). ERT is specialized in tactical weapons and training, and they also have a Tactical Canine Unit. They provide perimeter security, conduct sweeps, respond to any breaches, and assist in suspect apprehension. "QRF" - Quick Reaction Force "ERT" Emergency Response Team "PT" Physical Training For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to Sergeant Nall for his time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #016 - Please welcome International Programs Division's Special Agent Casey Stumpf. The International Programs Division was created in February 2009 to provide administrative and operational support to the foreign offices. IPD acts as a liaison between the foreign offices, USSS Headquarters, the Department of State, and other federal law enforcement agencies. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special thanks to Casey for his time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Standing Post brings you part two of our interview with two of the first five female Special Agents in the U.S. Secret Service, Kathryn Childers, and Sue Ann Baker. These two women were sworn in on December 15, 1971, along with Laurie Anderson, Holly Hufschmidt and Phyllis Shantz. These ladies paved the way for women today to achieve a federal law enforcement career with the Secret Service. We hope you enjoy the show. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to both Kathryn Childers and Sue Ann Baker for their time and support. Special thanks to our Forensic Services Division for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Standing Post brings you two of the first five female Special Agents in the U.S. Secret Service, Kathryn Childers, and Sue Ann Baker. These two women were sworn in on December 15, 1971, along with Laurie Anderson, Holly Hufschmidt and Phyllis Shantz. These ladies paved the way for women today to achieve a federal law enforcement career with the Secret Service. We hope you enjoy the show. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to both Kathryn Childers and Sue Ann Baker for their time and support. Special thanks to our Forensic Services Division for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #013 - Please welcome Medal of Honor Recipient Special Agent Ronald J Shurer II. SA Shurer is a current member of the Secret Service Counter Assault Team (CAT) and is a former United States Army Special Forces Staff Sergeant and Medic. As a senior medical sergeant during the Battle of Shok Valley in April 2008, he and his team were attacked by an enemy force of more than 200 fighters. Shurer fought more than an hour to reach parts of his unit. He was awarded the Silver Star for his actions. On October 1, 2018, he was upgraded and awarded the Medal of Honor from President Donald Trump at a ceremony in the White House for his courageous and brave efforts helping to save the lives of his team. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to Ron for his time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #012 - Please welcome the 26th Director of the United States Secret Service, James M. Murray. In this episode, he discusses his past history with the organization and provides a small insight into the future of the organization, while telling a few stories along the way. Director Murray is the 26th Director of the U.S. Secret Service, sworn into office on May 1, 2019. As Director, Mr. Murray is responsible for the successful execution of the dual Investigative and Protective missions of the Secret Service. He leads a diverse workforce, comprised of more than 7,000 Special Agents, Uniformed Division Officers, Technical Law Enforcement Officers, and Administrative, Professional, and Technical personnel. For more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to the Director for his time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter@secretservice, Instagram@secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube@US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #011 - Please welcome Investigative Analyst Ryan Heethius of the Paris Field Office. IA Heethius is under the Investigative Support Division (ISD) for the Office of Investigations. Ryan has worked in many different cases to include, counterfeit operations, money laundering, homicide, and cybercrime. The role of an Investigative Analysts are multi-faceted, consisting of broad-based criminological research, link analysis, intelligence data gathering, performing complex statistical analysis and trend forecasting for criminal and protective intelligence, develops curricula for and provides high-quality training for investigators, researchers, and support staff. IAs also travel frequently to support field offices and task forces, often assisting with search warrants and asset forfeiture. The work of IAs involve extensive knowledge of criminological theories, research methodologies, and the development and use of investigative and intelligence systems and analysis of investigative cases such as; financial crimes, access device fraud, telecom fraud, high-tech crimes, counterfeit U.S. currency and obligations, and protective intelligence. Special Thanks to Ryan Heethius and ISD for their time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS&p=1 Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #010 - Please welcome Special Agent Mark Grantz from the Washington Field Office. SA Grantz supervises WFO's Electronic Crimes Task Force for the Washington, DC area and has served in the Secret Service for almost 20 years. For more information, please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to SA Mark Grantz for his time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #009 - Please welcome Lieutenant Steven Stasiuk of the Secret Service Uniformed Division. Lt. Stasiuk is a 22-year veteran of the Uniformed Division who currently works for the Foreign Missions Branch in Washington D.C. Standing Post invited him on the show to discuss the Uniformed Division's mission and culture. Special Thanks to Steven Stasiuk for his time and support.  Special thanks to FSD for their time and support.  Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov. 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Clint Hill is an author and speaker. He is a guest speaker at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and continues to participate with present-day Secret Service personnel in discussing protective activities and procedures. If you would like more information on Clint Hill, he has authored three books and can be contacted through his website. Special Thanks to Mr. Clint Hill and Lisa McCubin for their time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #007 Pt. 1 – Please welcome Secret Service legend Retired Special Agent Clint Hill in part one of our two-part series. Mr. Clint Hill is a retired U.S. Secret Service Agent who served five presidents and was in the motorcade in Dallas on November 22, 1963, when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. Mr. Hill will forever be remembered for his brave and swift actions as he leaped onto the back of the presidential limousine in an effort to protect President and Mrs. Kennedy while shots were being fired. Mr. Clint Hill is an author and speaker. He is a guest speaker at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and continues to participate with present-day Secret Service personnel in discussing protective activities and procedures. If you would like more information on Clint Hill, he has authored three books and can be contacted through his website. Special Thanks to Mr. Clint Hill and Lisa McCubbin for their time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #006 – Welcome Officer Technician Jay Castro and his K-9 partner Willy. Jay is a K-9 Officer under the Special Operations Branch of the Uniformed Division. Willy is a Belgian Malinois who entered duty with the U.S. Secret Service on April 1, 2015. The Canine Unit’s mission is to provide a safe and secure environment for individuals and locations protected by the U.S. Secret Service. This coverage includes but is not limited to security sweeps, bomb threats, suspicious packages, vehicles, and material examinations. The Canine Unit provides this coverage on a 24/7 basis in support of the White House Complex, Foreign Missions Branch, and the Vice President’s Residence while supporting protective details worldwide. Belgium Malinois are prized for their versatility and high work-drive, because of this they are highly sought after as police and military K-9s. The American Kennel Club describes the Malinois as confident, smart, and a world-class worker. If you would like more information please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to UD Officer Technician Jay Castro and K-9 partner Willy for their time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #005 – Welcome Special Agent Rafael Barros, Assistant to the Special Agent in Charge (ATSAIC) of the Talent and Acquisition Division (TAD) under the Office of Human Resources for the U.S. Secret Service. Joining him is retired Special Agent Tony Chapa. Tony retired as the Assistant Director of the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) after being the Special Agent in Charge (SAIC) of the Los Angeles Field Office. During the Civil War, one-third of the currency in circulation was counterfeit. In 1865 President Abraham Lincoln created the Secret Service under the Treasury Department to suppress the counterfeit and stop counterfeiters. Today the Secret Service has a dual mission of safeguarding the financial and critical infrastructure of the United States and protecting the nation’s leaders. The two core missions of investigations and protection synergize with each other. Combating counterfeit has always been the cornerstone of this elite law enforcement agency, one thing that stands the test of time is taking down counterfeiters. Know Your Money Education on genuine U.S. Currency and Federal Reserve Notes https://www.secretservice.gov/data/KnowYourMoney.pdf or please go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T94oYqwARX8 to watch the Know Your Money video or please go to www.uscurrency.gov If you would like more information, please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to SA Rafael Barros and retired SA Tony Chapa for their time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and help of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez The United States Secret Service sponsors this episode. www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #004 – October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. On this episode Special Agent Matt O’Neill, Assistant to the Special Agent in Charge (ATSAIC) of the Criminal Investigative Division (CID) under Investigations (INV) talks with us about Cyber-crime, Identity Theft, Business Email Compromise, his efforts in apprehending computer hackers and the creation of the Global Investigative Operations Center (GIOC). Business Email Compromise (BEC) is an emerging financial cyber threat in which organized groups have targeted various institutions in the form of, companies, non-profits and government organizations. The scheme relies on deceiving the victims through a multifaceted, sophisticated fraud using hackers, social engineers, pre-established bank accounts and employees that have access to an institution’s finances. If you would like more information please contact the GIOC at gioc@usss.dhs.gov or your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to SA O’Neill for his time and support.  Special thanks to FSD for their time and support.  Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and produced by Cody Starken, Associate Producer and Editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service.  www.secretservice.gov 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 soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast.  This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service?  Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast at Apple podcasts, Google Podcasts, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #003 – Protecting the Nation’s Children w/ SA Joan Hoback - Welcome Special Agent Joan Hoback, Assistant to the Special Agent in Charge (ASAIC) of the Forensic Services Division (FSD) for the U.S. Secret Service. On this episode, we discuss our partnership with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). This initiative is the Childhood Smart Program, which heightens awareness regarding child safety issues. It focuses on delivering age-appropriate real world and Internet safety presentations to children in classrooms, camps, community events, and more. SA Joan Hoback talks with us about the partnership, educational resources, and the importance of outreach to schools and communities regarding the dangers children face online. In 1984, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), which established in 1984, is a non-profit organization working with law enforcement, families, and the professionals who serve them on issues related to missing and exploited children. The U.S. Secret Service is authorized, at the request of any state or local law enforcement agency, or at the request of NCMEC to provide forensic and investigative assistance in support of any investigation involving missing or exploited children. For more information on training for the Childhood Smart Program, please contact your local Secret Service field office at www.secretservice.gov or fsdncmec@usss.dhs.gov or www.missingkids.com. Special Thanks to SA Hoback for her time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and help. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor Starr Vazquez The United States Secret Service sponsors this episode. www.secretservice.gov Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here: www.hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police Standing Post altered the music from the original soundrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast @ Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Episode #002 – Welcome Dr. Lina Alathari, Chief of the National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) under the Protective Intelligence and Assessment Division (PID) for the Secret Service. In this episode, we discuss enhancing school safety. The United States Secret Service (USSS) released their National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) Operational Guide for Preventing School Violence on July 12, 2018. Dr. Alathari talks with us about ensuring safe learning environments for elementary and secondary school students, educators, administrators, and others. We discuss training the Secret Service personnel provides across the country free of charge to help aid in this pursuit. NTAC’S recent releases include Enhancing School Safety Using a Threat Assessment Model, Enhancing School Safety Using a Threat Assessment Model Brief, USSS Report on Mass Attacks in Public Spaces. Along with a quick reference guide titled, "Making Schools Safer." NTAC’s latest study examined 43 attacks directed toward federal facilities and officials in the United States from 2001 – 2013. Please visit www.secretservice.gov/protectio/ntac/ to access all information. For more information on training for school safety, please contact your local Secret Service Field Office at www.secretservice.gov Special Thanks to Dr. Lina Alathari for her time and support. Special thanks to FSD for their time and support. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their continued time and support of this podcast. Hosted and Edited by: Cody Starken, Associate Producer and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here: www.hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police Standing Post altered the music from the original soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work Attribution-Noncommercial-sharealike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0 Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice, Instagram @secretservice, Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial, YouTube @US Secret Service, and LinkedIn @U.S. Secret Service Subscribe to the podcast @iTunes, Stitcher App, or SoundCloud.com and find it at www.secretservice.gov/press/social-media/

Ep. #001 - Welcome, thank you for taking the time to listen to our very first episode of the new Podcast, "Standing Post." In this first episode, we introduce you to the Deputy Assistant Director, Ronald Layton. With Ron’s help, we will take you through a brief history of the agency, his personal journey on becoming a Secret Service Special Agent, what it’s like behind the scenes, and some interesting facts you may not know about the people, mission, and our historic organization that was created by President, Abraham Lincoln hours before he was assassinated. Hosted by Cody Starken, he delves into the iconic United States Secret Service; an organization usually kept very private by its workforce. Wherein, he takes the listener on a journey with him to discover the unique people who champion the agency every day and make up the extraordinary, 153-year-old federal law enforcement institution it has become. Special thanks to our guest Ron Layton for his time and support. Special thanks to James Morrison and Gary Byrne for their subject matter expertise. Special thanks to the executive leadership of the U. S. Secret Service and the Office of Communication and Media Relations for their encouragement and dedication to this endeavor. Hosted, and Edited by: Cody Starken Associate Producer, and assistant editor: Starr Vazquez This episode is sponsored by the United States Secret Service. www.secretservice.gov Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here: hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police. The music used in the podcast was altered from the original soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to create the intro and outro of the podcast. This work is Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which the license definition is located here: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-….0/us/legalcode Want to join the Secret Service? Click here to start your journey: https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/?k=USSS Please visit us at: Twitter @secretservice Instagram @secretservice Facebook @UnitedStatesSecretServiceOfficial YouTube @US Secret Service LinkedIn at U.S. Secret Service. Subscribe to the podcast @iTunes, Stitcher App or Soundcloud

The United States Secret service is proud to introduce to you the very first episode of our the new Podcast, "Standing Post: Inside Stories of the Secret Service." I’m your host, Cody Starken, and I’ll take you on a learning adventure about what the U.S. Secret Service has to offer. On July 5th, 2018, we introduce to you the Deputy Assistant Director of Protective Operations Mr. Ronald Layton. With Ron’s help, we will take you through a brief history of the agency and provide insight into the culture of this great organization. Mr. Layton will talk about his journey on becoming a Secret Service Special Agent, what it’s like behind the scenes and some interesting facts you may not know about the people, mission, and the organization. Music is “Nova Police” by Hermelin, found here: https://hermelin.bandcamp.com/track/nova-police. The music used in the podcast was altered from the original soundtrack by cutting specific sections of the music to fit the theme of the podcast. This work is Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US), which the license definition is located here: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/us/legalcode