17 episodes

Captain Dale Kimball is a podcast host interviewing first responders across the nation. Kimball is a 25 year career Fire Captain in the City of Peabody. Peabody, Massachusetts is a city that is located 19.7 miles North of Boston. Kimball is able to extract raw emotions of his guests as they relive some of the most extraordinary, Courageous Stories of Valor, Heroism and Bravery with their firsthand experiences.

Captain Kid’s Corner CAPTAIN DALE EDWARD KIMBALL

    • Government
    • 4.9 • 22 Ratings

Captain Dale Kimball is a podcast host interviewing first responders across the nation. Kimball is a 25 year career Fire Captain in the City of Peabody. Peabody, Massachusetts is a city that is located 19.7 miles North of Boston. Kimball is able to extract raw emotions of his guests as they relive some of the most extraordinary, Courageous Stories of Valor, Heroism and Bravery with their firsthand experiences.

    PEABODY POLICE SPECIAL OPERATIONS CAPTAIN SCOTT RICHARDS

    PEABODY POLICE SPECIAL OPERATIONS CAPTAIN SCOTT RICHARDS

    SEASON 2 EPISODE 7
    Scott Richards Peabody Police Captain. 


    My next guest is a 25 year Career Police Officer.  In 1996 he started his Police career with the town of Groveland. 3 years later in 2001 he transferred to the Peabody Police Department where he has moved to the top of the ranks.  In Peabody, this Police Officer has led by example by being assigned to many different roles throughout his career.  Such as, going from Street Patrol, Crime Detective and being the Sergeant Supervisor of the Narcotics Division.  In 2010, his rank flourished again becoming a Police Lieutenant. As a Lieutenant he was the City of Peabody’s Shift Commander which brought the responsibility for important different specific roles. He commanded the Traffic unit, the Criminal investigation Unit and was the Patrol Division Watch Commander that over looked  city operations.   He holds many Accommodations, Citations for Bravery and holds many educational certifications under his large police belt.  He holds both a Bachelor and Master Degrees of Science in Criminal Justice. Today, Scott Richards holds the rank of Captain which holds a heavy work load being responsible for many important roles to run the City of Peabody’s Police Department.  Please Welcome to Season 2 Episode 7, Peabody Police Captain Scott Richards.   

    • 46 min
    PEABODY POLICE K-9 OFFICER COREY SALVO

    PEABODY POLICE K-9 OFFICER COREY SALVO

    How do you define someone that knows what he or she wants to be in life at such a young age? Most at that age don't even know what they want for breakfast?
    At a cool age of 12 years old, my next guest set a goal for himself, to become a military veteran and a police officer.  What does it say about a mature man who then fulfills his quest on accomplishing these goals.  My next guest is a decorated Coast Guard veteran who holds many accommodations and awards during his service in the Kuwait and Iraq conflicts.  
    Officer Corey Salvo today is in his 13th year as a career K-9 Peabody Police Officer.  He has proved himself as an expert K-9 handler contributing his expertise on some of the biggest cases in the City of Peabody and surrounding communities. Ladies and Gentlemen please welcome to Season 2 Episode 6, K-9 Peabody Police Officer Corey Salvo

    • 50 min
    PEABODY POLICE OFFICER ERIC RICCI AND NEMLEC NEGOTIATOR

    PEABODY POLICE OFFICER ERIC RICCI AND NEMLEC NEGOTIATOR

    My next guest is a 27 year career Peabody Police Officer.  He has been what’s called the "Jack of all Trades" jumping from street patrol, undercover detective, negotiator, and currently school resource officer.  Officer Eric Ricci has faced his mid adult life battling kidney cancer. His positive attitude with a little bit of luck has kept him working as a Peabody police officer and keeping him out of Dana-Farber Cancer Institution in Boston.  Officer Ricci is the epitome of the quote  “never give up”!!!  Eric is also a key member of the negotiation team for NEMLEC.  Please welcome to Season 2 Episode 5,  cancer survivor and Jimmy Fund advocate Officer Eric Ricci.

    • 42 min
    RETIRED LYNN POLICE CHIEF MICHAEL MAGEARY

    RETIRED LYNN POLICE CHIEF MICHAEL MAGEARY

    My next guest is a retired Police Chief who has many awards and commendations for bravery.   He is a well educated police officer who holds multiple degrees. The man you’re about to meet is a cops cop.  He has worked his way up to the ranks throughout the Lynn Police Department, with his final position as the Chief. Chief Michael Mageary will take us into the life of fighting crime- a mission he has dedicated his life to. From his time as a patrolman all the way through the ranks ending in Chief of the Department, Chief Mageary takes us behind the scenes.  Please welcome to Captain Kid’s Corner Season 2 Episode 4 Chief Michael Mageary!!!

    • 30 min
    E.M.T. INSTRUCTOR/MASS STATE EXAMINER AND AMPUTEE LEO QUIRK

    E.M.T. INSTRUCTOR/MASS STATE EXAMINER AND AMPUTEE LEO QUIRK

    What would you do if you rolled up onto a motor vehicle accident on a single lane highway?
    How far does someone go to help a total stranger who is in harms way- who then puts you in harms way?  What makes a person decide to render aid rather than to ignore the crash and continue to drive by?
    My next guest is the epitome of facing adversity straight on and never ever give up whatever the cards that are dealt.  
    On November 14, 2020 Leo Quirk’s life changed forever.  A EMT, Instructor Coordinator and a Massachusetts State EMT Examiner lost his leg when he was trying to help a total stranger that was involved in a motor vehicle accident. Instead of hiding into a dark place of depression,  Leo Quirk has taken his loss with pride and spirit.  He never gave up when had to train himself to walk again.  Leo Quirk is a champion with a big heart that puts others before him.  
    Please welcome to Captain Kid’s Corner Season 2 Episode 3 EMT Instructor/Examiner
     Mr. Leo Quirk.

    • 32 min
    ESSEX COUNTY CORRECTIONAL ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT CHRISTINE ARSENAULT

    ESSEX COUNTY CORRECTIONAL ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT CHRISTINE ARSENAULT

    The year was 1973 when history was made in the United States for women who became Correctional Officers in a all male dominated correctional institution.  Since, that time women Correctional Officers have tripled throughout the country. Today, there are currently 3200 Correctional Officers in the State of Massachusetts. Only 33.8 percent are women Correctional Officers working inside an all dominated male institution. The Commonwealth currently holds approximately 8300 men and women prisoners throughout 16 correctional facilities. My next guest is a 22 year veteran of the Essex County Sheriff’s Department. She holds multiple degrees in Social Work and Criminal Justice. In 2000 she was the only woman in the Correctional Officer Academy which was held in Worcester, Massachusetts. Christine Arsenault has worked in an all male institution with violent offenders, such as murders, rapists, drug dealers, gang members and even child molesters. Currently, she holds the rank of Assistant Superintendent.  Christine has worked tirelessly up the rank’s making her only a few women ever to hold this title in the history of the Essex County Sheriff’s Department. Please welcome a 2003 Employee of the Year Award Recipient Assistant Superintendent Christine Arsenault.

    • 1 hr 2 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
22 Ratings

22 Ratings

WK-NH ,

Thank you!

Captain Kid, you’re the man! I love listening to the stories told by the brave heroes you feature in this podcast. Were so lucky to have such selfless first responders looking out for us! Thanks for sharing your experiences!

Wonderwomanhood ,

Interesting story

Nice to hear about the good things great people are doing in the world. See sharing the heroes’ stories.

Maybe ditch the weird sponsorship announcer, tho.

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