Captain Kid’s Corner

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!!!

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.

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.

Navy Lt. Kurt Vied, is my guest today on Captain Kid’s Corner. He is a retired Massachusetts State Trooper, with a lifetime of military service. He is a decorated Naval Intelligence Officer, who deployed with Navy Special Warfare as their Lead Interrogator. He participated in direct action missions, conducted close to 100 Tactical Field Interrogations. Kurt Vied is a true American Hero that was awarded multiple citations and awards for his actions overseas. Please welcome to Captain Kid’s Corner Season 1 Episode 10 a true leader, patriot and a respected officer on and off the battle field Trooper Kurt Vied.

Changing someones life forever is never an easy task. In today’s world, we don’t hear enough of the good in human kind. All we hear these days is the bad behavior and evil of human kind. World wide news on television or social media is a perfect example of the hate and violence we constantly see now a days. It’s a real shame we don’t hear about the good in people. No matter what good deed they perform for human kind. Like the up lifting stories of individuals who have changed people lives, a human that goes above and beyond for a total stranger, a person who doesn’t discriminate against any color or creed. How far does someone have the courage and perseverance to go and help another stranger?? My next guest is the epitome of a humanitarian. He is a devoted, caring, selfless individual who is making a difference in people lives in the country of Ukraine. According to Websters dictionary a humanitarian is “an individual who is concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare.” My next guest is a retired firefighter and a beautiful human soul. Please welcome to Captain Kid’s Corner Season 1 Episode 9, Retired FF, Professional Actor and Humanitarian Kevin Pasdon.