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The Progress ReportSgt Bert "Maverick" Gonzalez: Doing the Job Right: Training, Trust, and the Meaning of “Maverick”Jessica Curtis and Rob Semerano continue their conversation with retired Miami-Dade Police Sergeant Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez, focusing on the lessons he carried through decades of training thousands of officers. Bert reflects on pride in the uniform, setting personal beliefs aside for the mission, and why trust matters even when colleagues don’t like each other. He also shares the origin of his “Maverick” call sign and explains why officer safety, professionalism, and doing the job right always come first. Support the show
2025-12-3120 min
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This week on Honor Among Thieves, Nelson sits down with retired Miami-Dade Police Sergeant Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez for a raw, firsthand account of policing Miami during the most violent era in the city’s history. From the early days of joining the force to su...
2025-12-281h 32The Progress ReportSgt. Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez: Service, Trust, and the Long Road HomeJessica Curtis and Rob Semerano sit down with retired Miami-Dade Police Sergeant Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez to reflect on nearly four decades in law enforcement and the moments that defined his career. Bert shares powerful firsthand stories of saving lives, losing a partner, and the unspoken bonds of trust that exist between officers in life-or-death situations. The conversation also explores leadership, human behavior, and how purpose and vigilance continue long after the badge comes off. Support the show
2025-12-1721 min
10 Toes PodcastWhat I Learned from 30 Years of Policing Miami's Deadliest StreetsKyle On Tiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@federalprisontipsJason on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/8upjay/Sgt. Maverick On Instagramhttps://www.sgtmaverick.com/This week on the 10 Toes Podcast, Kyle and Jason sit down with Retired Miami-Dade Police Sergeant Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez, a legendary cop whose career spanned the most dangerous decades in Miami’s history. From the chaos of the 1980s Cocaine Cowboy era to the violent streets of the 90s and 2000s, Maverick lived through — and surv...
2025-11-191h 30
Gangland WireInside Miami’s Drug War: Cops On the Front LinesIn this episode of Gangland Wire, retired Kansas City Intelligence detective Gary Jenkins sits down with Burt Gonzalez, a veteran officer from the Miami-Dade Police Department, for an unfiltered look inside one of the most violent and chaotic eras in American law enforcement history. Bert has published his story title The Real Greatest Show on Earth.
With decades of experience spanning multiple divisions, Burt recounts the transformation of Dade County’s police force—from Metro-Dade to Miami-Dade—and now back to an elected sheriff. He walks us through the gritty evolution of policing in South Florida, where the dr...
2025-11-1000 min
True CrimecastThe Real Greatest Show on Earth - Interview with Sgt. Bert “Maverick” GonzalezWe sat down with Sergeant (Ret.) Bert "Maverick" Gonzalez to discuss his compelling new book, The Real Greatest Show on Earth. After dedicating 37 years to the Miami-Dade Police Department, serving in roles from narcotics to crime scene investigations and training over 25,000 officers, Gonzalez offers an unprecedented look behind the badge.Gonzalez pulls no punches, describing his book as the "nitty-gritty reality" of police work, far removed from TV sensationalism or murder mysteries. The Real Greatest Show on Earth explores the full spectrum of a cop's career:The Terror and Tragedy: He reveals the nightmares and...
2025-11-101h 06
1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries PodcastTHE REAL GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH: 1001 INTERVIEWS AUTHOR SGT (RET.) BERT "MAVERICK" GONZALES METRO DADE POLICE1001 FALL FAMILY HEROES SERIES Sgt. Gonzalez spent 37 years as a policeman in Florida's busy Miami -Dade County saving lives, fighting crime, and trying to make the world a better place. He worte this incredible story of his service to let people know what police officers face everyday and his stories do exactly that..and more. ...NOW you get a chance to meet him. Take a look into the real world of Police Officers from the view of a cop who lived those moments of terror, humor, and tragedy every day of his career. ...
2025-11-091h 22
1001 History's Best Storytellers- Author InterviewsMIAMI-DADE'S BEST SHARES 27 YEARS OF SERVICE 1001 INTERVIEWS SGT (Ret( BERT "MAVERICK" GONZALEZIn memory of recently fallen Miami Dade Deputy Devin Jaramillo- fatally shot while responding to traffic crash Sat. Nov 8, 2025. Take a look into the real world of Police Officers from the view of a cop who lived those moments of terror, humor, and tragedy every day of his career. This is not a murder mystery whodunit or a reality TV sensationalized version of police work. This is the nitty gritty reality of life on the street where cops see things no one should ever see and those they serve to protect have no c...
2025-11-081h 22
Mic’d In New HavenEpisode 382: The Beat: Profiles of Police Nationwide: Sgt. Bert Gonzalez (Volume 21)Bert Gonzalez, a retired 37-year veteran Sergeant of the Miami-Dade Police Department, joins the program for Volume 21 of The Beat: Profiles of Police Nationwide. Connect With Mike Colón: X: https://x.com/mikeinnewhaven Instagram: https://instagram.com/mikecolo... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MikeC... LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/mikecol... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/mikecol... Website: https://mike-colon-media.com/ Business Line: 917-781-6189 Business Email: thecolonreport@gmail.com Connect With Producer Vick: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prod... Connect With Sergeant G...
2025-11-042h 24
Tall Boy Radio#TBR301 - Sergeant MaverickThis week, Beans goes solo and lands a massive, fascinating interview for Tall Boy Radio, sitting down with a genuine law enforcement legend: retired Miami-Dade Sergeant, Bert Gonzalez, better known by his callsign, Sgt. Maverick! 🎙️Sgt. Maverick takes us deep inside the reality of policing in one of America's most dynamic and volatile cities. He kicks off the episode by sharing incredible, unfiltered stories from his decades of service, offering a stark comparison between his time on the force and what it’s like to wear the badge today. From changes in technology and training to shifts in publ...
2025-10-311h 30
1001 Classic Short Stories & TalesHOLIDAYS ARE HERE AS 1001 HEROES AND 1001 CLASSIC SHORT STORIES GO 100% FAMILY AND HONOR THEMES NOW THRU DEC 31ST ( SHOW NOTES AVAILABLE- MOThe Holidays are approaching and at 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast our shows themes every Sunday will be turning to FAMILY and HONOR -SINCE MANY OF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT BRINGING FAMILY TOGETHER, RECONNECTING , SEEKING CLOSURE ON ACCOUNT OF LOST ONES, seeking justice, KEEPING THE PEACE. HONORING OUR FIRST RESPONDERS DURING THE HOLIDAYS AND BUILDING NEW RELATIONSHIPS. A FEW EXAMPLES: AT 1001 HEROES WE BRING NEW EPISODS EVERY Sunday at noon eastern and a 'best of "listener favorite every Thursday night at 9PM ET- MOST OF THESE Best ofs after Halloween will also carry similar themes that unite with these topi...
2025-10-2608 min
The Audible ChapterHOLIDAYS ARE HERE AS 1001 HEROES AND 1001 CLASSIC SHORT STORIES GO 100% FAMILY AND HONOR THEMES NOW THRU DEC 31ST ( SHOW NOTES AVAILABLE- MOThe Holidays are approaching and at 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast our shows themes every Sunday will be turning to FAMILY and HONOR -SINCE MANY OF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT BRINGING FAMILY TOGETHER, RECONNECTING , SEEKING CLOSURE ON ACCOUNT OF LOST ONES, seeking justice, KEEPING THE PEACE. HONORING OUR FIRST RESPONDERS DURING THE HOLIDAYS AND BUILDING NEW RELATIONSHIPS. A FEW EXAMPLES: AT 1001 HEROES WE BRING NEW EPISODS EVERY Sunday at noon eastern and a 'best of "listener favorite every Thursday night at 9PM ET- MOST OF THESE Best ofs after Halloween will also carry similar themes that unite with these topi...
2025-10-2607 min
1001 Classic Short Stories & TalesHOLIDAYS ARE HERE AS 1001 HEROES AND 1001 CLASSIC SHORT STORIES GO 100% FAMILY AND HONOR THEMES NOW THRU DEC 31ST ( SHOW NOTES AVAILABLE- MORE COMING MID NOV)The Holidays are approaching and at 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast our shows themes every Sunday will be turning to FAMILY and HONOR -SINCE MANY OF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT BRINGING FAMILY TOGETHER, RECONNECTING , SEEKING CLOSURE ON ACCOUNT OF LOST ONES, seeking justice, KEEPING THE PEACE. HONORING OUR FIRST RESPONDERS DURING THE HOLIDAYS AND BUILDING NEW RELATIONSHIPS. A FEW EXAMPLES: AT 1001 HEROES WE BRING NEW EPISODS EVERY Sunday at noon eastern and a 'best of "listener favorite every Thursday night at 9PM ET- MOST OF THESE Best ofs after Halloween will also carry similar themes that unite with these...
2025-10-2605 min
1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries PodcastHOLIDAYS ARE 100% FOR FAMILY THIS FALL AT 1001 HEROES AND 1001 CLASSIC SHORT STORIES OFFERING NEW INTERVIEWS AND SELECTED STORIES NOW THRU DEC 31 (SHOW NOTES INCLUDED HERE)The Holidays are approaching and at 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast our shows themes every Sunday will be turning to FAMILY and HONOR -SINCE MANY OF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT BRINGING FAMILY TOGETHER, RECONNECTING , SEEKING CLOSURE ON ACCOUNT OF LOST ONES, seeking justice, KEEPING THE PEACE. HONORING OUR FIRST RESPONDERS DURING THE HOLIDAYS AND BUILDING NEW RELATIONSHIPS. A FEW EXAMPLES: AT 1001 HEROES WE BRING NEW EPISODS EVERY Sunday at noon eastern and a 'best of "listener favorite every Thursday night at 9PM ET- MOST OF THESE Best ofs after Halloween will also carry similar themes that unite with these...
2025-10-2605 min
1001 Best of Jack London1001 HEROES & 1001 CLASSIC SHORT STORIES ARE 100% FAMILY & HONOR THEMED NOW THRU DEC 31 SEE NOTESThe Holidays are approaching and at 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast our shows themes every Sunday will be turning to FAMILY and HONOR -SINCE MANY OF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT BRINGING FAMILY TOGETHER, RECONNECTING , SEEKING CLOSURE ON ACCOUNT OF LOST ONES, seeking justice, KEEPING THE PEACE. HONORING OUR FIRST RESPONDERS DURING THE HOLIDAYS AND BUILDING NEW RELATIONSHIPS. A FEW EXAMPLES: AT 1001 HEROES WE BRING NEW EPISODS EVERY Sunday at noon eastern and a 'best of "listener favorite every Thursday night at 9PM ET- MOST OF THESE Best ofs after Halloween will also carry similar themes that unite with these...
2025-10-2605 min
1001 History's Best Storytellers- Author InterviewsFALL HOLIDAYS ARE FOR FAMILY- 1001 HEROES (LOTS OF NEW INTERVIEWS COMING) AND 1001 CLASSIC SHORT STORIES NOW 100% FAMILY THEMED THRU DEC (SEE SHOW NOTES INCLUDED)The Holidays are approaching and at 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast our shows themes every Sunday will be turning to FAMILY and HONOR -SINCE MANY OF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT BRINGING FAMILY TOGETHER, RECONNECTING , SEEKING CLOSURE ON ACCOUNT OF LOST ONES, seeking justice, KEEPING THE PEACE. HONORING OUR FIRST RESPONDERS DURING THE HOLIDAYS AND BUILDING NEW RELATIONSHIPS. A FEW EXAMPLES: AT 1001 HEROES WE BRING NEW EPISODS EVERY Sunday at noon eastern and a 'best of "listener favorite every Thursday night at 9PM ET- MOST OF THESE Best ofs after Halloween will also carry similar themes that unite with these...
2025-10-2605 min
Cops and Writers PodcastCocaine Cowboys To Gangster Eating Alligators, Sgt. Bert 'Maverick' Gonzalez Of The Miami-Dade Police Dept. & The Real Greatest Show On Earth! (Part Two)Send a text Welcome back for the conclusion of my interview with Sgt. Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez.Sergeant Maverick served the South Florida community for 37 years with the Miami-Dade Police Department, retiring in 2020. His career included assignments in uniform patrol, narcotics, airport and port security, and crime scene investigations. Following 9/11, he became a national leader in port security operations. A highly respected police instructor, Gonzalez has trained over 25,000 officers in areas such as crisis intervention, active shooter response, major scene management, tactical driving, and crowd control. A recipient of the Bronze Medal of Valor and two Life...
2025-09-281h 09
Cops and Writers PodcastCocaine Cowboys To Gangster Eating Alligators, Sgt. Bert 'Maverick' Gonzalez Of The Miami-Dade Police Dept. & The Real Greatest Show On Earth! (Part One)Send a text On today’s episode of the Cops and Writers Podcast, I have with me Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez for this special two-part interview that will conclude next Sunday.Sergeant Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez served the South Florida community for 37 years with the Miami-Dade Police Department, retiring in 2020. His career included assignments in uniform patrol, narcotics, airport and port security, and crime scene investigations. Following 9/11, he became a national leader in port security operations. A highly respected police instructor, Gonzalez has trained over 25,000 officers in areas such as crisis intervention, active shooter response, major scene management...
2025-09-211h 09
NYPD Through The Looking GlassMiami Dade Sergeant Bert maverick GonzalezSend a textCheck out Bert’s book on Amazon!https://www.amazon.com/Real-Greatest-Show-Earth/dp/B0CMFYRD4B/Support the show
2025-07-2548 min
Criminal Justice EvolutionA Life on the Line, with Bert "Maverick" GonzalezIn this episode, host Patrick Fitzgibbons sits down with Retired Police Sergeant Bert "Maverick" Gonzalez, a 37-year veteran of the Miami-Dade Police Department. From narcotics to post-9/11 airport security, Bert shares gripping stories and hard-earned lessons from his diverse career, offering a candid look at the evolving landscape of law enforcement.Criminal Justice EvolutionEpisode 738July 23, 2025A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day for our communities. Remember you are honored, cherished, and loved. Keep up the good work and...
2025-07-2354 min
Things Police See: Firsthand AccountsIn Custody Death, Gangsters Hold Family Hostage, Crazy Woman Can't Stop Touching HerselfSgt. Bert Gonzalez (ret) had an action packed career working for the Miami-Dade Police Department! From day one he was going from one crazy call to another. This is a really fun interview that shows exactly what it is like working for a major metropolitan police department. Bert wrote a book to memorialize his long and storied career, link below! The Real Greatest Show on Earth - Bert Gonzalez https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMFYRD4B?nodl=1&ref_=cm_sw_r_apan_dp_602SFRS1NRKXE3SA95G8&language=en-US&dplnkId=8fa3cb45-22c5...
2024-06-261h 16