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Episode: 230 Released on September 9, 2024 Description: In this episode, co-chairs Lisa Marie Morissette and Donna Sita discuss the upcoming IACA Conference in Las Vegas, NV from September 16th to 20th. IACA has once again partnered with the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) to create this one of a kind event! Lisa Marie and Donna talk about what to expect, what’s new, and what’s fun at this year’s conference. Lisa Marie is a supervising crime analyst with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and Donna is a Crime Analyst Supervisor at Osceola County Sheriff's Office.The International Association of Crime Analysts (IACA) advances the crime analysis field by providing criminal justice professionals with information, training, networking, and support (iaca.net). The IACA annual conference offers an opportunity to inform crime analyst decision-making and practices by sharing current and emerging research evidence. Conference presenters disseminate knowledge in ways that allow criminal justice practitioners to transform evidence into action.Python (To purchase “Data Science for Crime Analysis with Python,” go to https://crimede-coder.com/store. Use promo code LEAP for $10 off either the ebook or paperback copy.)
CHALLENGE: There are Easter eggs in one of the tables of the Excel chapter that Jason wrote for the IACA textbook. First-person to email us at leapodcasts@gmail.com about what the Easter eggs are will receive a $75 gift card from us. Happy hunting!
*** Episode 6 of Cocktails & Crime Analysis - IACA Conference Preview - Presenters Edition https://youtu.be/FS6qqCQfcJI  ***
Related Links: https://www.iaca.net/conferencehttps://nij.ojp.gov/events/nij-research-track-2024-international-association-crime-analysts-conference https://www.caesars.com/paris-las-vegas 
Association(s) Mentioned: IACA
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Contact: For general questions about the conference, email conference@iaca.net.For questions about conference registration, email registration@iaca.net.For questions about presentations, email speakers@iaca.net.For questions about exhibits/sponsorship, email exhibitors@iaca.net.Transcript:  https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/fzrxaniuh5aqj2en/2024IACAConferencePreview.pdf 
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00:00:17 – Introducing Lisa Marie & Donna00:02:47 – Arriving in Vegas00:06:58 – Monday’s Agenda00:15:03 – Tuesday’s Agenda00:22:24 – Wednesday’s Agenda00:25:13 – Break:  Python Promo Code & CT&CA Conference Episode00:26:46 – Thursday’s Agenda00:28:35 – Friday’s Agenda00:31:47 – Conference App00:36:29 – Next Year’s Conference in Orlando

Eric Piza discusses his research, finding ShotSpotter does not increase case clearance rates or decrease crime. Tom Chittum, former COO of ATF and current Vice President from SoundThinking, drops by to respond.
Website: https://www.bdeanalyticsllc.com/cocktailsandcrimeanalysis
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Episode: 229 Released on September 2, 2024 Description: Vanessa Wilson is representing her home country of Jamaica as an advocate for education and analytics. In this episode, Vanessa explains how her agency optimizes analytics to help investigate and reduce crimes, and how her training through the IALEIA’s FIAT program has prepared her for the role of an analyst in this mission. Vanessa also explains how getting a degree in another industry (i.e., her MBA) has helped her leverage strategies and proactive approaches from another discipline. Vanessa is passionate about helping people break into the analytical field, and provides insight on what area of focus students should consider, and her thoughts on the current and future state of the profession. Vanessa is currently an Analyst with the Ministry of National Security Jamaica and current Chairperson for the IALEIA Emerging Professionals Group. 
CHALLENGE: There are Easter eggs in one of the tables of the Excel chapter that Jason wrote for the IACA textbook. First-person to email us at leapodcasts@gmail.com about what the Easter eggs are will receive a $75 gift card from us. Happy hunting!
*** Episode 5 of Cocktails & Crime Analysis - All About ShotSpotter! https://youtu.be/SlBMYRhOulw   ***
Name Drops: Noémi Eckhoff (00:18:00)Public Service Announcements: Python (To purchase “Data Science for Crime Analysis with Python,” go to https://crimede-coder.com/store. Use promo code LEAP for $10 off either the ebook or paperback copy.)Shelagh Dorn (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/dr-shelagh-dorn-the-big-picture-analyst/) Related Links: https://www.ialeia.org/board.php https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/tasupxfrrhyujdgg/IALEIA_EPG_Brochure.pdf https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/rpgxip5f4kkxqi7d/IALIEA_EPG_Sign_Up9nv1b.pdf Netball:  https://youtu.be/V1qINnI-Dis?si=HPCqMX-qmGSR33DW 
Association(s) Mentioned: IALEIA
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Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-wilson-mba-822a0399/ ; epgchair@ialeia.org 
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/qyjajxtdwn63x6ny/Transcript_VanessaWilson.pdf 
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00:00:17 – Introducing Vanessa00:07:53 – Tactical Analysis00:09:56 – IALEIA & FIAT 00:30:07 – Break:  Python & Shelagh Dorn 00:32:21 – IALEIA Vancouver Conference & Chapters00:36:03 – Advice00:41:57 – Personal Interests:  Netball00:51:01 – Words to the World

Episode: 228 Released on August 26, 2024 Description: Dr. Andrew Wheeler joins Jason to discuss the journey that took him in and out of law enforcement analysis. Whether it is being an analyst, professor, consultant, or worker in the private sector, Andrew remained the same:  a data scientist. He also recently wrote a book entitled “Data Science for Crime Analysis with Python” to help analysts learn the basics of automating mundane tasks. Dr. Andrew Wheeler is the Principal Data Scientist at Gainwell Technology and founder of Crime De-Coder.
To purchase Data Science for Crime Analysis with Python, go to https://crimede-coder.com/store. Use promo code LEAP for $10 off either the ebook or paperback copy.
CHALLENGE: There are Easter eggs in one of the tables of the Excel chapter that Jason wrote for the IACA textbook. First-person to email us at leapodcasts@gmail.com about what the Easter eggs are will receive a $75 gift card from us. Happy hunting!
*** Episode 4 of Cocktails & Crime Analysis - https://youtu.be/gcS9PJ_yrtQ  ***
Name Drops: Caleb Meyers/Rob Warden/Nate Meehan (00:03:48), Matthew Douglas/Eric Piza (00:07:11), Renee Mitchell (00:39:31), Charlie Giberti (01:00:50)Public Service Announcements:  Python Book PromoCharlie Giberti (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-charles-giberti-the-kingmaker/) Related Links: American Society of Evidence Based Policing, https://americansebp.org/Redistricting Example, https://github.com/apwheele/PatrolRedistrictSocial Network Group Intervention, https://crimede-coder.com/graphs/network
Association(s) Mentioned: IACA
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Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-wheeler-46134849/; https://andrewpwheeler.com/ 
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/r6r2bmvtv9a6qhvh/andrewwheeler_transcipts.pdf 
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00:00:17 – Introducing Andrew00:07:53 – Analyst in Troy, NY00:11:25 – ABS: Automation00:18:16 – Professor Wheeler00:28:40 – Private Sector00:34:53 – Break:  Python Book Promo & Charlie Giberti00:36:22 – Crime De-coder00:40:28 – PD KPI’s01:00:44 – Training01:09:24 – Personal Interests:  Fantasy Fiction01:12:45 – Words to the World

Episode: 00227 Released on August 19, 2024 Description: IACA VP of Administration Annie Mitchell joins Jason for the latest IACA news on the upcoming IACA Conference and Election. She discusses the impact of last year’s conference and explains why there is a cap on attendees at this year’s conference award ceremony. She also gives her reaction to the latest Cocktails & Crime Analysis episode entitled “Armchair IACA President.”  Get to know more about Annie by listening to his episode on Analyst Talk With Jason Elder: https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-annie-mitchell-the-life-of-the-party/ CHALLENGE: There are Easter eggs in one of the tables of the Excel chapter that Jason wrote for the IACA textbook. First-person to email us at leapodcasts@gmail.com about what the Easter eggs are will receive a $75 gift card from us. Happy hunting!
*** Episode 4 of Cocktails & Crime Analysis - https://youtu.be/gcS9PJ_yrtQ  ***
Name Drops: Kristen Mahoney (00:04:04), Charlie Giberti/Kassie Langdon (00:14:13) Related Links: https://www.iaca.net/conference-current Special Conference Transportation Info:  https://www.iaca.net/conference-transportation https://www.iaca.net/elections Association(s) Mentioned: IACA
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Contact: VP-Administration@iaca.net,  https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-mitchell-004251/ 
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/kk9jg7wsbz5csw7z/transcripts_IACAaugust2024.pdf 
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Episode: 226 Released on August 12, 2024 Description: You have probably heard of an internship but what about an externship? In this week’s episode, Stephanie Francois goes over her internship AND externship experiences that helped her in her crime analysis path. Stephanie’s analyst badge story involves helping to solve a robbery case involving facial recognition, all while still an intern. Stephanie also goes into what it's like working at a public school police department and how she balances safety with student privacy. Stephanie is a crime analyst at Orange County Public School Police Department.
Favorite First Jobs:Anthony D’Abruzzo (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-anthony-d-abruzzo-teaching-the-next-generation/) Josie Blong (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-josie-mcneely-the-analyst-you-know/) Alison Davids (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-allison-davids-getting-better-together/) Ritu Gill (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-ritu-gill-unlocking-osint/) Jessica Herbert (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-dr-jessica-herbert-idea-to-impact/)
CHALLENGE: There are Easter eggs in one of the tables of the Excel chapter that Jason wrote for the IACA textbook. First-person to email us at leapodcasts@gmail.com about what the Easter eggs are will receive a $75 gift card from us. Happy hunting!
*** Episode 4 of Cocktails & Crime Analysis - https://youtu.be/gcS9PJ_yrtQ  ***
Name Drops: Public Service Announcements:  Amanda Wiggins (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-amanda-wiggins-the-difference-maker/) Mandy Krueger (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-mandy-krueger-learned-probably-by-failure/) 
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Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-i-francois/ 
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/vg9x88p79itnbrgq/StephanieFrancois_transcipt.pdf 
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00:00:17 – Introducing Stephanie00:04:46 – Internship/Externship00:12:50 – ABS: Robbery Spree00:17:52 –  Public School Police00:32:43 – Break:  Amanda Wiggins & Mandy Krueger00:36:22 – Active Shooter, School Trends & No Lollipops from Strangers00:51:46 – Favorite First Jobs00:58:11 – Words to the World

Episode: 00225 Released on August 5, 2024 Description: In episode 2 of Before You Leap, Randy Stickley reviews common biases for law enforcement analysts. Everyone has biases, so it is important to search for potential biases in analytical products. Before you leap, think about bias and double and even triple check that you maintained your objectivity.Get to know more about Randy by listening to his episode on Analyst Talk With Jason Elder: https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-randy-stickley-the-self-promoter/CHALLENGE: There are Easter eggs in one of the tables of the Excel chapter that Jason wrote for the IACA textbook. First-person to email us at leapodcasts@gmail.com about what the Easter eggs are will receive a $75 gift card from us. Happy hunting!
*** Episode 4 - Armchair IACA President of Cocktails & Crime Analysis - https://youtu.be/gcS9PJ_yrtQ  ***
Name Drops: Dave Abbruzzino (00:14:29)Related Links:  "Psychology of Intelligence Analysis" - Richards Heuer https://www.cia.gov/resources/csi/books-monographs/psychology-of-intelligence-analysis-2/“A Tradecraft Primer: Structured Analytic Techniques for Improving Intelligence Analysis” - Central Intelligence Agency, Center for the Study of Intelligencehttps://www.cia.gov/resources/csi/books-monographs/a-tradecraft-primer/"Humans' Cognitive Bias Mistakes"https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/11/humans-cognitive-bias-mistake/utm_campaign=social_video_2021&utm_content=24507_biases_affecting_how_view_the_world&utm_medium=social_video&utm_source=linkedin&utm_term=1_1
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Contact: randall.c.stickleyii@gmail.com; https://www.linkedin.com/in/randall-stickley-36b0a5109/  
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/mfcg48sw3mqq9zcj/BYLep02a.pdf 
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It's election season! Kassie, Jason, and Charlie speculate wildly and play armchair IACA president from their barstools. Website: https://www.bdeanalyticsllc.com/cocktailsandcrimeanalysis Podcast version can be found at www.leapodcasts.com
 

Episode: 00224 Released on July 29, 2024 Description: The Tennessee Crime and Intelligence Analysts Association was officially created on July 1, 2024 just a little over a year after the Tennessee Association of Law Enforcement Analysts (TALEA) closed shop.  President Caity Lemacks and Vice President Jessica Elsmore join Jason to discuss the genesis of the association and how it compares to TALEA. They also talk about the association’s quick start and share advice for those thinking about creating a regional association in the IACA. Caity Lemacks is an intelligence analyst with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations, and Jessica Elsmore is a crime and intelligence analyst with the Hamiton County Sheriff’s Office.
Get to know more about Jessica by listening to his episode on Analyst Talk With Jason Elder: https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-jessica-elsmore-the-hustler/ CHALLENGE: There are Easter eggs in one of the tables of the Excel chapter that Jason wrote for the IACA textbook. First-person to email us at leapodcasts@gmail.com about what the Easter eggs are will receive a $75 gift card from us. Happy hunting!
*** Episode 4 - Armchair IACA President of Cocktails & Crime Analysis - https://youtu.be/gcS9PJ_yrtQ  ***
Name Drops: Lindsay Witter (00:06:40), Katie Shields/Kayla Pearson/Christina Stinson (00:10:57)
Related Links: https://tciaatn.com/ https://taleanet.org/30-2/ Application:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeWo7Ec1gqdUO-uyqmFan4fosYpOXLC1_4F2K_R5mLxX7K_aQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0 
Association(s) Mentioned: IACA
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Contact: TCIAA.President@gmail.com  https://www.linkedin.com/in/caity-lemacks-2b97a9143/ TCIAA.TCIAA@gmail.com  https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-jessica-elsmore-the-hustler/ 
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ye8hhxmfiyngx6c6/transcript_tciaa_Origin.pdf 
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Episode: 00223 Released on July 22, 2024 Description: In this Analyst Talk Deep Dive, Did You Know? With Mike Winslow will explore the little know tips and tricks in tactical analysis. In this episode, Mike talks about the cellular network connection in newer vehicles. Analysts can subpoena the records from these vehicles to obtain much of the same information found in cell phone call detail records (CDR). This information may be crucial for timelines and pattern of life analysis. See link for a list of connected car capabilities by year and make.Get to know more about Mike by listening to his episode on Analyst Talk With Jason Elder: https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/episode-006-mike-winslow-%e2%80%93-the-ambassador/ CHALLENGE: There are Easter eggs in one of the tables of the Excel chapter that Jason wrote for the IACA textbook. First-person to email us at leapodcasts@gmail.com about what the Easter eggs are will receive a $75 gift card from us. Happy hunting!
*** Episode 4 - Armchair IACA President of Cocktails & Crime Analysis - https://youtu.be/gcS9PJ_yrtQ  ***
Name Drops: Related Links:  https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/sbjnnn7ds5nmkc6x/Connected_Car_by_Capability_Breakdown_Sept_20236apjo.pdf 
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Contact: mwinslow@scottsdaleaz.gov; https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikewinslow1414/ 
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