Episodes

Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
IALEIA@40 - The Wrapup
Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
Release Date: October 13, 2021
Description: Happy 40th Anniversary to the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis! In this special episode series, Jason connects with some of the most influential members of IALEIA regarding the association’s history, local chapter activity, certification and training, the future of the association, and much more! This week, Jason talks with President Shelagh Dorn and Vice President Alison Price-McGinnis about publications, the annual conference, and the future of IALEIA. We end this episode and this series with a montage of happy anniversary wishes from the IALEIA members.Name Drops: Merle & Christy Manzi (00:16:00), Tracy Lempke (00:20:15), Paul Andrews (00:35:02)Montage: Allwell Nwaigwe (00:35:46), Josephine Aluko (00:36:11), Fabiyi Olayinka (00:37:04), Jason Jordaan (00:37:09), Jonathan Larkin (00:37:56), David Jimenez (00:38:21)
Related Links: IALEIA Publications: https://www.ialeia.org/resources_publications.phpAnnual Conference: https://www.ialeia.org/2022_leiu_ialeia_annual_traini.php
Association(s) Mentioned: IALEIA
Contact: President@ialeia.org, VicePresident@ialeia.org
Podcast Writer: Kathleen Allen
Podcast Researchers: Kathleen Allen
Theme Song: Slowly Until We Get There - Joey PecoraroMontage Song: Lifelong - Anno Domini Beats
Connect with us on LinkedIn!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/law-enforcement-analysis-podcasts-11744b200
Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com
Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com
Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts
YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/xlCQh2yBaMU
Note: The language of the closed captioning can be changed on the YouTube video.
00:00:42 – Introducing the 40th Anniversary Series 00:00:53 – Shelagh’s Introduction 00:01:26 – Alison’s Introduction 00:02:25 – Publications 00:06:02 – Conference00:12:47 – Future - Supervisor/Leadership Course00:19:33 – Future - Webinars00:23:51 – Future - Website 00:25:00 – Opportunity for Engagement00:30:10 – Last Word00:35:46 – Happy Anniversary Montage
Shelagh Dorn
Alison Price-McGinnis

Monday Oct 11, 2021
ATWJE - Trina Cook - The Self-Starting Analyst
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Episode: 00076
Release Date: October 11, 2021
Description: Growth and longevity in a profession are not always easy to come by, especially with the same agency you first started out your career with, but this week’s guest shares how she managed to remain happy and thriving with the same agency for 20+ (and counting) years. In this episode, Trina Cook walks us through how she first discovered the law enforcement analysis field, how she prepared for it, how she managed to not stay stagnant even with over two decades of experience, and the additional projects and roles she has taken on to not get stuck in a rut. Trina’s badge story involves her proactive approach in preparing pertinent information to investigators on a family that was already well-known to the police; her initiative and ability to effectively communicate with officers helped expedite the investigation. Trina gives her perspective on the IACA Certified Law Enforcement Analyst (CLEA) exam as well as her experience serving as the Chair for the Certification Committee. Trina is currently and has been the Police Information Analyst for the City of Tukwila (WA) for almost 22 years as of this interview. Trina was a founding member of the Northwest Regional Crime Analyst Network (NORCAN), Name Drops: Kristina Shull (00:01:53), Samantha Gwinn (00:20:44), Kyle Stoker (00:27:25), Sally Rawlings (00:36:43), Christopher Bruce (00:39:03), Michelle Kennedy (00:40:27), Jason Paynich (00:44:23), Tony Berger (00:46:02), Kristina Shull/Kim Hathaway (00:48:47), Joe Ryan (00:52:20), Mary Bertuccelli (00:55:50)
Public Service Announcements: Sam Gwinn (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/samantha-gwinn-–-the-advocate/) Jeff Vandersip (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/jeffrey-vandersip-the-crackerjack-analyst/) Related Links: https://www.norcan.us/ ;
Association(s) Mentioned: IACA, Northwest Regional Crime Analyst Network (NORCAN)
Vendor(s) Mentioned:
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trina-cook-97489166/
Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong
Podcast Researcher:
Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com.
Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners.
Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com
Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com
Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts
YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/9-Z9ADuddVQ
00:00:31 – Introducing Trina00:13:03 – Analyst Badge Story - Death in the Family00:20:22 – Geneology 00:24:53 – Break - Sam Gwinn & Jeff Vandersip00:27:03 – Civilian Peer Support00:38:15 – IACA00:48:28 – NORCAN00:53:28 - Advice00:58:43 - Personal Interests - All 50 States01:02:45 – Words to the World

Thursday Oct 07, 2021
ACIA - S- Branch: The Power of Technology
Thursday Oct 07, 2021
Thursday Oct 07, 2021
Episode: 0011
Title: S- Branch: The Power of Technology
Release Date: 7th of October 2021
Related Links: https://s-branch.co.uk/, Link for research Snippet: Original, full article
Podcast Writer: Paige Keningale
Theme Song: Wolf Moon- Unicorn Heads.
Podcast Email: podcasts@acia.org.uk
Podcast Webpage: https://www.acia.org.uk/Podcasts
Podcast Social Media: Twitter: ACIA_org, LinkedIn: Association of Crime and Intelligence Analysts (UK).
Timings
00:00:14- Introducing Keith00:00:35- Creating S-Branch00:03:16- Keith’s experiences with S-Branch 00:06:52- Working with Police services00:12:00- How YOU can get involved with S-Branch00:16:55- ACIA Science Snippet
Bio
Keith Musson has extended experience in assisting law enforcement agencies to get the most out of their data and the best out of their software investment. Keith has also worked with a number of commercial clients to help uncover fraud; usually by consolidating data hidden in disparate systems.
Keith has been working with data analytics software since 2006. He previously worked at IBM, where he consulted on the i2 analysis suite to clients around the world. He now provides expertise on a number of different technologies, where he designs and implements data analytic solutions for client and partners in a number of sectors. Recently Keith has been incorporating Machine Learning and Big Data technology into solutions to complement more traditional analytical tools like i2.”

Wednesday Oct 06, 2021
IALEIA@40 - History
Wednesday Oct 06, 2021
Wednesday Oct 06, 2021
Release Date: October 6, 2021
Description: Happy 40th Anniversary to the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis! In this special episode series, Jason connects with some of the most influential members of IALEIA regarding the association’s history, local chapter activity, certification and training, the future of the association, and much more! This week, Jason talks with Robert Fahlman and Leo Jacques about the events that shaped the 40-year history of IALEIA. Robert and Leo discuss the origin of the association, the conference, the 1995 IALEIA election, the impact of September 11th, and the new executive director position. Name Drops: Ritchie Martinez (00:03:21), Lynn McCloskey (00:06:15), Dr. Charles Frost/Jennifer Urquhart/Ritchie Martinez/Shelagh Dorn/Alison Price-McGinnis (00:20:13), Christy Taylor (00:33:07), Warren Sweeney (00:38:50)
Related Links: https://ialeia.org/
Association(s) Mentioned: IALEIA
Contact:
Podcast Writer: Kathleen Allen
Podcast Researchers: Kathleen Allen
Theme Song: Slowly Until We Get There - Joey Pecoraro
Connect with us on LinkedIn!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/law-enforcement-analysis-podcasts-11744b200
Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com
Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com
Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts
YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/IgiAkiigjiM
Note: The language of the closed captioning can be changed on the YouTube video.
00:00:31 – Introducing the 40th Anniversary Series 00:00:49 – Robert’s Introduction 00:02:40 – Leo’s Introduction 00:08:09 – Origin of the Association00:14:58 – Conference00:21:21 – High Points - Certification & FIAT00:23:35 – “Burning of the Ballots” - 1995 Election00:28:38 – September 11th 00:31:23 – Executive Director00:35:29 – What’s Next?
Robert Fahlman
Leo Jacques

Monday Oct 04, 2021
ATWJE - Danielle Martell - The Must Love Dogs (and Beer) Analyst
Monday Oct 04, 2021
Monday Oct 04, 2021
Episode: 00075
Release Date: October 4, 2021
Description: The law enforcement analysis field is one that is just so hard to stay away from. This week’s guest, Danielle Martell, is a retired supervising crime analyst for the Anaheim (CA) Police Department who is currently working as a management analyst for Deschutes (OR) County focusing on marijuana investigations. Danielle educates us on the types of crimes that have surfaced with the legalization of marijuana in Oregon as well as her role as an analyst assisting on these types of investigations. Danielle’s badge story relates to a robbery investigation she worked on while at Anaheim PD and how she was able to help identify the suspect after sifting through a myriad of mugshots and databases; pro-tip: include tattoo information in the subject descriptions, not just have photos. This episode contains information on how to be a speaker at one of the IACA conferences and how you can help decide what goes on the schedule next year! Danielle is currently a Management Analyst for Deschutes (OR) County, focusing on the effects of and criminal investigations related to marijuana legalization. She is also the Co-Chair for Speaker Selection as part of the IACA Conference Committee.
Name Drops: Jim Mallard (00:01:57), Julie Romano (00:07:07), Julie Wartell (00:11:24), Michael Raney (00:13:46), Albert Mesa (00:54:03)
Public Service Announcements:
Chris Cruz (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-chris-cruz-the-crowned-jewel-analyst/)
IALEIA@40
Related Links:
Association(s) Mentioned: IACA
Vendor(s) Mentioned: LeadsOnline
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-martell-134546/
Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong
Podcast Researcher:
Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com.
Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners.
Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com
Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com
Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts
YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/-9AoqaL7MUw
00:00:31 – Introducing Danielle
00:10:46 – Supervisor at Anaheim
00:17:03 – Analyst Badge Story - Robbery
00:21:59 – Oregon Trail
00:27:47 – Break - Chris Cruz & IALEIA@40
00:28:40 – Marijuana Legalization Issues
00:39:10 – Advice: Marijuana & Protests
00:48:28 – IACA
00:58:31 – Words to the World

Wednesday Sep 29, 2021
IALEIA@40 - Certification
Wednesday Sep 29, 2021
Wednesday Sep 29, 2021
Release Date: September 29, 2021
Description: Happy 40th Anniversary to the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis! In this special episode series, Jason connects with some of the most influential members of IALEIA regarding the association’s history, local chapter activity, certification and training, the future of the association, and much more! This week, Jason talks with Kathy Lichay, Ed Feingold, Alexander Gulde, and Lauren about the IALEIA Certification process and standards (Note: Lauren requested to go by first name only). Alex, Ed, Kathy, and Lauren discuss the history of the certification process, review the three tiers of certification, and even give an inside look at the grading process and study materials!
Related Links: IALEIA Certification Process https://www.ialeia.org/certification_process.php Certification FAQ’s https://www.ialeia.org/frequently_asked_questions.php
Association(s) Mentioned: IALEIA, SCCA
Contact: professionalstandards@IALEIA.org
Podcast Writer: Kathleen Allen
Podcast Researchers: Kathleen Allen
Theme Song: Slowly Until We Get There - Joey Pecoraro
Connect with us on LinkedIn!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/law-enforcement-analysis-podcasts-11744b200
Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com
Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com
Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts
YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/67NpAD5MiII
Note: The language of the closed captioning can be changed on the YouTube video.
00:00:41 – Introducing the 40th Anniversary Series 00:00:57 – Kathy’s Introduction 00:01:21 – Ed’s Introduction 00:01:55 – Alex’s Introduction 00:02:23 – Lauren’s Introduction00:02:53 – Certification History00:06:31 – Grading the Exam00:09:59 – Why Get Certified?00:12:28 – Certification Sections00:16:30 – 3 Tiers of Certification00:16:42 – Advice for Studying00:22:13 – What’s Next?
Kathy Lichay
Alexander Gulde
Lauren
Not Pictured: Ed Feingold

Monday Sep 27, 2021
ATWJE - Chris Cruz - The Crowned Jewel Analyst
Monday Sep 27, 2021
Monday Sep 27, 2021
Episode: 00074
Release Date: September 27, 2021
Description: Calling all computer nerds to listen to this week’s episode with Chris Cruz as he delves into the exciting world of cybersecurity! In this week’s episode, Chris walks us through how he was first introduced to analytical work, his transition into the private industry, and the interesting people he was able to meet and learn from thanks to the power of the Internet. Chris’s badge story involves using analytical skill sets such as mapping (GIS) and telephone toll analysis to investigate and demonstrate whether another employee was in fact defrauding the agency by claiming to clock into places when he really didn’t. Chris and Jason also take Don’t Be That Analyst calls. Chris is currently the Cybersecurity Program Manager for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Name Drops:
Public Service Announcements: IALEIA@40, Sally Tarabah (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/sally-tarabah-–-the-jack-of-all-trades/)
Related Links: No-code tools: https://www.airtable.com/ https://powerautomate.microsoft.com/en-us/https://bubble.io/
Training:https://www.fletc.gov/training-program/internet-investigations-training-programhttps://mastercalendar.ncirc.gov/Event/Display/4069
Association(s) Mentioned: VCAN
Vendor(s) Mentioned:
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cruzcr/
Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong
Podcast Researcher:
Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com.
Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners.
Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com
Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com
Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts
YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/A4jWr0u3ynY
00:00:31 – Introducing Chris00:07:03 – Analyst Badge Story - Officer Embezzlement00:16:39 – The Move to Private Sector00:29:36 – Back to the Public Sector00:37:51 – Break - IALEIA@40 & Sally Tarabah00:39:14 – Advice00:49:02 – The AOL Underground01:00:33 – Training Recommendations01:02:36 – Don’t Be That Analyst01:11:37 – Personal Interests: Urban Art01:14:49 – Words to the World

Wednesday Sep 22, 2021
IALEIA@40 - Chapters
Wednesday Sep 22, 2021
Wednesday Sep 22, 2021
Release Date: September 22, 2021
Description: Happy 40th Anniversary to the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis! In this special episode series, Jason connects with some of the most influential members of IALEIA regarding the association’s history, local chapter activity, certification and training, the future of the association, and much more! This week, Jason talks with Phil Powell, Kelly Kimsey, and Locksley Waites about IALEIA Chapters. Phil gives a brief history of the chapters, and Kelly and Locksley talk about the Northern Florida Chapter and Jamaican Chapter, respectively. They discuss why the chapters are important, how to get involved in a local chapter, and how to start a new chapter.
Name Drops: David Jimenez (00:39:00)
Related Links:Learn more about Chapters: https://www.ialeia.org/chapters.php Starting a Chapter: https://www.ialeia.org/starting_a_chapter.phpAssociation(s) Mentioned: IALEIA
Vendor(s) Mentioned:
Contact: chapterdirector@ialeia.org, https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-kimsey-5021199/
Podcast Writer: Kathleen Allen
Podcast Researchers: Kathleen Allen
Theme Song: Slowly Until We Get There - Joey Pecoraro
Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com
Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com
Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts
YouTube: https://youtu.be/8K09v-iuKwQ
00:00:30 – Introducing the 40th Anniversary Series 00:00:51 – Phil’s Introduction 00:01:01 – Kelly’s Introduction 00:01:01 – Locksley’s Introduction00:02:51 – Chapters History 00:09:12 – Creating a Chapter00:19:07 – International Chapters 00:22:29 – Neighboring Chapters 00:25:28 – Chapter Issues00:27:39 – Types of Members00:29:52 – Advice00:37:32 – Future of the Chapters00:30:00 – Final Words
Phil Powell
Kelly Kimsey
Locksley Waites

Monday Sep 20, 2021
ATWJE - Jim Mallard - The Analyst in the Shadows
Monday Sep 20, 2021
Monday Sep 20, 2021
Episode: 00073
Release Date: September 20, 2021
Description: Former IACA President and Webmaster, Jim Mallard, joins us this week to share how he got into the law enforcement analysis profession, his work with the IACA, and his word-of-advice for future generations of analysts. For his badge story, Jim recalls an investigation involving the escalation of a prolific flasher and how thorough analytics was utilized to help apprehend the offender. Jim shares how he became involved with the IACA back in the early 2000s, how it helped shape his career, and his time serving as President and Webmaster. Jim is currently the Crime Analysis Division Manager at Houston Police Department.
Name Drops: Sean Bair (00:45:52), Noah Fritz (00:48:18), Manny San Pedro (00:49:55), Annie Mitchell (00:53:45)
Public Service Announcements: Manny San Pedro (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-manny-san-pedro-the-penalty-box-analyst/) Sean Bair (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/sean-bair-–-the-entrepreneur/)
Related Links: https://www.gainesville.com/article/LK/20060719/News/604187890/GS, https://thispersondoesnotexist.com/
Association(s) Mentioned: IACA
Vendor(s) Mentioned:
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-mallard-350a0614/
Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong
Podcast Researcher:
Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com.
Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners.
Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com
Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com
Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts
YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/91eMyHgMLXw
00:00:31 – Introducing Jim00:09:48 – Analyst Badge Story - Serial Flasher00:19:55 – Becoming a Manager00:27:38 – Break: Manny San Pedro, Sean Bair, & IALEIA@40 Promo00:29:19 – Civilianizing Crime Analyst Positions00:44:39 – IACA00:58:19 – Advice01:02:55 – Words to the World

Thursday Sep 16, 2021
ACIA - The NAWG: Observations, Challenges and Plans for the Future
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Episode: 0010
Release Date: 16th of September
Related Links: https://www.college.police.uk/, https://twitter.com/policenawg?lang=en \
Podcast Writer: Paige Keningale
Theme Song: Wolf Moon- Unicorn Heads.
Podcast Email: podcasts@acia.org.uk
Podcast Webpage: https://www.acia.org.uk/Podcasts
Podcast Social Media: Twitter: ACIA_org, LinkedIn: Association of Crime and Intelligence Analysts (UK).
00:00:02- Introducing Leigh
00:01:38- Where we are at the moment in terms of law enforcement
00:03:53- How has the analyst role changed
00:09:00- Challenges of analysis
00:10:00- Analysts of the future
00:21:53- ACIA Science Snippet
Bio
Leigh Morgan-Jones – Head of Service Delivery - Staffordshire Police. Leigh has been enjoying her career at Staffordshire Police since 2003 following her role as an Analyst for West Midlands Police and is part of the Knowledge Hub Command Team specifically responsible for research, intelligence, performance and analysis force-wide. Leigh leads several happy teams that deliver a consistent outstanding service for Local Policing, Investigative Services and Force strategic leaders as well as a Real Time Intelligence function within the Contact Services Department.
To complement her core role Leigh is the Chair of the NPCC Intelligence Portfolio sub-group- National Analyst Working Group that reports to the NPCC National Analysis Coordination Group. On occasion Leigh acts as a specialist advisor for national analysis projects and thrives at being at the forefront of a continually improving analysis community in UK Law Enforcement.