Darren Burch / Author / Producer / Retired LEO

This week I was so very fortunate to sit down with retired Leo and friend, Darren Burch. Darren has continued to make a huge impact in this second chapter, producing an award winning film based from one of his most hight profile cases during his time at Phoenix PD. Darren and I discuss his life, from the early days when speaking wasn't a guarantee, to some of his most memorable cases. Darren is a special person who shares his gift of story telling with us during our time together.  Sit back and give this episode a listen and come away a better version of you for doing so.https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-burch-7b472247?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BuBfMtpaRSCGf%2FNFS3db8gw%3D%3DUS Army veteran.Phoenix Police Sergeant (Ret.)30-year law enforcement career.Author of the award-winning “Twisted But True” book trilogy, filled hilarious, dark and compelling true-crime stories.Featured detective on the ID Channel series “American Detective with Lt. Joe Kenda” series finale.Hosted “5-0 Info” radio show on KTAR for a decade.Hosts the “Badge Boys” TV Show and radio Podcast with Jason Schechterle. The Badge Boys Show was created to promote a positive relationship between community and police. The TV show is on AXON’s FRN (First Responders Network).Twisted But True Trilogy The original Twisted But True book received the 2019 Pinnacle Award for Best True-Crime Book and proceeds benefit a Crimestoppers non-profit program.“Twisted But True Book II - Filling in the Cracks” received the 2020 Pinnacle Award for Best True-Crime Book and was featured on ID Channel’s American Detective with Lt. Joe Kenda.“Twisted But True Book III - Plugging Up the Holes” received the 2021 Pinnacle Award for Best True-Crime Book. With over two hundred 5-Star reviews, the Twisted But True book series is available on AMAZON, Barns & Noble and can be ordered from all bookstores. Twisted But True and Twisted But True Book II Filling in the Cracks are also available on Amazon’s audiobook. Professional Law Enforcement Biography-Sergeant Darren Burch is a 29 year veteran with the Phoenix Police Department and was the Silent Witness Program Director at the time of his retirement. His prior assignments include Detective Supervisor with the Crimes Against Children Unit, Night Detective Supervisor with the Homicide Unit, and Detective with Adult Sex Crimes Unit. The bulk of his investigative career was dedicated to the apprehension of sexual predators. With over 30 years of law enforcement experience, having also held positions with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office and U.S. Army Military Intelligence, Darren has received numerous awards to include, the Medal of Lifesaving and the Army Commendation Medal. He was also named “Investigator of the Year” by the Arizona Attorney General’s Office, “Detective of the Year” by the Phoenix Police Department, and has over 100 written commendations. Thank you for taking the time to give this podcast a listen. If you would like more information on other Law enforcement Life Coach initiatives, our "Sometimes Heroes Need Help" wellness seminar or our One-On-One life coaching please visit :www.lawenforcementlifecoach.comJohn@lawenforcementlifecoach.comAnd if you would like to watch the interview you can view it in it's entirety on the Law Enforcement Life Coach YouTube Channel :  https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCib6HRqAFO08gAkZQ-B9Ajw/videos/upload?filter=%5B%5D&sort=%7B%22columnType%22%3A%22date%22%2C%22sortOrder%22%3A%22DESCENDING%22%7D