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Episode: 00061
Release Date: June 28, 2021
Description: What if your first crime analyst gig was a supervisor position? In this episode, Matt Zacharewicz explains how he was first selected to be a crime analyst supervisor for the Albany PD where he worked for 15 ½ years. Matt shares tips and tricks and other lessons he learned that helped him navigate a leadership role so early in his analytical career. Matt offers us three badge stories this week: how he developed and automated a “top offenders” list for regular dissemination, how a vehicle identification that ultimately led to a grand jury indictment, and the development of a product (formula/scoring system) that helped apply more focus towards troubled individuals to promote more effective proactive policing. Matt is currently a Criminal Justice Policy Analyst for the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services. 
Name Drops: Christopher Bruce (00:08:12), Deb Piehl (00:14:39), Chris Delaney/Shelagh Dorn (00:58:34)
Public Service Announcements: Kristen Lottman (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-kristen-lottman-the-early-start-analyst/)Dawn Clausius
Related Links: https://www.facebook.com/NY-Association-of-Law-Enforcement-Analysts-100443822132217/https://shortandstouttea.com/
Association(s) Mentioned: Crime Analysis Center Network (CACN), IACA, MACA, New York Association of Law Enforcement Analysts 
Vendor(s) Mentioned: 
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-zacharewicz-02b46a51/ 
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/pdojwlhIuR8 
00:00:31 - Introducing Matt00:10:45 - Victim Advocacy and Community Service Sentencing00:14:24 - Data Accuracy00:24:09 - Regional Crime Analysis00:29:55 - Office of Justice Research00:42:28 - Break - Kristen Lottman and Dawn Clausius00:43:04 - Analyst Badge Story - Offender Database/Shooting/Next Shooter00:58:11 - New York Association of Law Enforcement Analysts 01:01:55 - Personal Interests - Tea01:06:07 - Words to the World
 

Episode: 00060
Release Date: June 21, 2021
Description: Imagine entering the world of law enforcement before you can legally drink! In this week’s episode, Kristen Lottman explained how she began her career in law enforcement with the Mesa (AZ) Police Department when she was 19 years old before she got her degree or even knew what crime analysis was. Kristen emphasizes the importance of networking and asking questions whenever needed -- you never know what doors you may be opening by just making a connection! One of those doors was an administrative analysis project that improved the police department’s productivity process, saving the city over $100k in costs, and earning Kristen her Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. Kristen’s badge story involves a domestic violence situation that led to a homicide and sentencing of multiple people to 20+ years; Kristen walked us through the investigative process, prosecution phase, and how the verdict was ultimately served. Kristen is currently a crime analyst with the Mesa Police Department and the IACA Secretary.   
Name Drops: Pete Garza/Michelle Philips (00:15:03), Jason Paynich (00:48:27, 00:55:31)  Mary Bertuccelli/ Rachel Carson (00:53:18) 
Public Service Announcements: Mary Bertuccelli (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/mary-bertuccelli-the-networker/) Friends of the Show
Related Links: https://www.acjs.org/ , https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Six_Sigma, https://www.isixsigma.com/new-to-six-sigma/dmaic/what-dmaic/ 
Association(s) Mentioned: IACA, IALEIA, Arizona Association of Crime Analysts (AACA),  Arizona Homicide Investigators Association, Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences
Vendor(s) Mentioned: CellHawk, GeoTime
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-l-05a0a3193/ 
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/af3Io7nYeww 
00:00:31 - Introducing Kristen00:14:41 - Starting as an Analyst 00:18:00 - Process Improvement00:26:40 - DMAIC00:21:55 - DDACTS00:28:46 - Break - Mary Bertuccelli, Friends of the Show00:29:57 - Homicide Analyst00:34:11 - Analyst Badge Story - Homicide00:45:25 - Associations 00:50:45 - IACA01:01:19 - Personal Interest - Hockey01:05:41 - Words to the World

Episode: 00059
Release Date: June 14, 2021
Description: Getting buy-in from colleagues is hard enough, let alone the Chief of Police! However, this week’s guest, Lauren Norman, did just that when she created a product that forecasted a crime that actually happened when and where she said it would. In this episode, Lauren shares her day-to-day experience working for different types of agencies, and how she ended up where she is now at one of the biggest providers for law enforcement, LexisNexis. Lauren explains how the leadership and management culture has adapted during the pandemic era, and how her team still cultivates a close bond despite everyone working in a different state, even before the pandemic. Lauren emphasizes the benefits of networking, and how the connections she made through professional associations like IACA and MACA have really helped her grow professionally and personally in her early days as an analyst. Lauren is currently a Senior Manager in the Public Safety Analysis section of LexisNexis Risk Solutions.
This episode also features our latest segment, “Sh*t You Hear in the Office!” … got any interesting, funny, or crazy sh*t you’ve heard in the office? Share them with us at leapodcasts@gmail.com, this episode’s YouTube link, or on our social media! 
Name Drops: Stacey Joyner (00:03:55), Jane Perlov (00:06:33), Christopher Bruce/Debra Piehl (00:25:28, Susan Whitford (00:39:00), Samantha Gwinn/Josh Levin (00:42:23), Yarisa Walsh (00:58:15),  Danelle DiGiosio (00:59:55), Noah Fritz (01:00:39), Jeffrey Vandersip (01:02:44), Mare Cunningham (01:04:00)
Public Service Announcements: Kristen LottmanSam Gwinn (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/samantha-gwinn-–-the-advocate/) 
Related Links: https://www.alphagroupcenter.com/ https://risk.lexisnexis.com/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0087GJ8KM/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Eve_Carson
Association(s) Mentioned: IACA, MACA
Vendor(s) Mentioned: Alpha Group, LexisNexis
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-m-norman/ 
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/mXNpOEhzVTQ 
 
00:00:31 - Introducing Lauren00:09:00 - Getting Buy-in 00:13:14 - Pit Stop at Chapel Hill00:16:09 - Analyst Badge Story - Homicide00:21:55 - DDACTS00:33:06 - Program Manager00:37:05 - Break - Kristen Lottman, Sam Gwinn00:38:24 - LexisNexis00:50:30 - Two Masters Degrees00:53:27 - Advice 00:56:06 - Sh*t You Hear in the Office01:06:20 - Personal Interest - Golf and Cancer01:10:22 - Words to the World

Episode: 00058
Release Date: June 7, 2021
Description: International associations provide a platform for people to connect with other professionals around the world, allowing information to be shared beyond borders. In this episode, Jenny Urquhart, a Canadian-based analyst, shares how she utilized the IALEIA network to connect with analysts in the United States to assist in a high-profile investigation, impressing the investigators with new information and leads. Jenny also provides tips and tricks on how she established herself as a competent and necessary component to an investigation to those who did not know how to utilize an analyst effectively. This episode also provides insights on analytics outside of the traditional law enforcement profession. For those curious about attending or speaking at a conference, Jenny gives a firsthand look on how to prepare and make the most out of this annual experience. 
Jenny is currently a Contract Trainer for the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Contracted Expert OSCE Presence in Albania, Recognized Expert in Human Trafficking, on the Board of Directors of Micro Systemation Canada, Inc., Principal at JJ Analytics and Consulting, an Adjunct Professor at Justice Institute of British Columbia, Canada, and was a past President of IALEIA. Jenny is definitely a well-rounded expert in the field and continues to give back to the intelligence / analysis community through her various training, teaching, and speaking events. 
Name Drops: Tracey Lowey (00:22:43), Rob Fahlman (00:28:50, 00:32:05), Ritchie Martinez/Leo Jacques/Lisa Palmeri/Paul Zendrowski (00:33:15), Shelagh Dorn (00:39:57)    
Public Service Announcements: Kristen LottmanShelagh Dorn (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/dr-shelagh-dorn-the-big-picture-analyst/)   
Related Links: SAT https://www.rand.org/content/dam/rand/pubs/research_reports/RR1400/RR1408/RAND_RR1408.pdf https://jjanalytics.ca/ 
Association(s) Mentioned: IACA, IALEIA
Vendor(s) Mentioned: 
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-urquhart-johnstone-msc-041381b/ 
Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong
Podcast Researcher: Katherine Cincotta
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/ZmGq3rzL5RA  00:00:31 - Introducing Jenny00:05:55 - Training to be an Analyst00:14:36 - Analyst Badge Stories - 1) Pornography 2) Human Trafficking00:31:00 - Break - Kristen Lottman, Shelagh Dorn00:31:49 - IALEIA00:39:22 - IALEIA at 4000:45:26 - Advice 00:52:32 - Personal Interest - Reality TV00:58:09 - Words to the World

ACIA New Horizons Podcast with Host Paige Keningale
Episode 00005
Release Date:  June 4, 2021
About the guest:
Dani has been an intelligence analyst within policing for 16 years and a special constable for 12. She initially worked on divisional level 1 criminality before moving forces to work on a Major Incident Team. She then moved back to divisional work but within the world of child sexual exploitation undertaking both strategic and tactical work to improve the policing response to this type of criminality. She then moved over to work in a multi-agency CSE team working for the council and then moved to the Joint Slavery and Trafficking Analysis Centre where she represented territorial policing and was the lead for Child Trafficking.
Dani was one of the winners of the ACIA awards in 2014 and went on to win the IALEIA award in 2015. She regularly speaks at conferences and enjoys promoting the work of analysis in law enforcement. 
Dani recently left law enforcement to take the post of Child Protection Lead Analyst within a safety tech company at the forefront of tackling online abuse of children.
Episodes of the ACIA New Horizons podcast will publish the first Thursday of every month. Please send questions or comments to podcasts@acia.org.uk. For more information on the ACIA, please visit www.acia.org.uk.  

Episode: 00057
Release Date: May 31, 2021
Description: Happy one-year anniversary to Analyst Talk with Jason Elder and LEAPodcasts! Thank you to all our listeners, supporters, and of course our new team members for helping us reach this great milestone! In this special episode, Jason and Mindy talk about a few of their favorite episodes over the past year, notable "Words to the World" segments, and future projects for the upcoming year. Two of these projects include a special limited series to celebrate IALEIA'S 40th Anniversary and our very first video interview where Jason and our guest will be conducting the entire interview whilst eating different types of hot wings. We conclude with several tips & tricks from our favorite "Don't Be That Analyst" segments. 
Are you going to the IACA Conference this year? Come say hi to us! We'd love to meet our listeners and supporters! 
Reminder that our Easter Egg hunt is still ongoing! Find out what it is in the chapter Jason wrote for the IACA book and receive an Amazon gift card! 
Name Drops: Brian Gray (00:02:19, 00:51:28), Eric Drifmeyer(00:03:46), Julie Wartell (00:05:37), Christopher Bruce (00:08:33), Debbie Osbourne (00:09:20, 00:18:43, 00:53:34), Susan Whitford (00:1048), Nate Huber (00:12:51), Ritchie Martinez (00:14:12), Marilyn Peterson (00:17:17, 00:47:19), Rhea-Lyn Gerstenkorn (00:21:43), Kyle Stoker (00:25:27), Sean Rambaran (00:26:03), Dawn Clausius (00:30:20), Dale Harris (00:30:44), Kathleen Allen/Katherine Cincotta/Alexis Lopez (00:33:44) Bryan Hill (00:36:40), Erin Wickersham (00:38:46), Deb Piehl (00:50:03), Brittany Willis (00:55:09) 
Public Service Announcements: Couple Fight
Related Links: https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/2020-year-end-wrap-up-the-good-the-bad-and-the-unexpected/, Bryan Hill Award https://iaca.net/iaca-awards-and-recognitions-committee-arc/, https://www.acia.org.uk/, YouTube Show Hot Ones https://www.youtube.com/user/FirstWeFeast, https://fciaa.org/training-events/, https://iaca.net/conference/, https://lawenforcementmuseum.org/, Quick Take Videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EczYlYoaZRs&list=PLqQ0bCMYfEp72fQEq4_7PFaP-Lru6MKjQ, The Rough and Tumble New Album https://www.theroughandtumble.com/music, Painter’s Sorrow Music Video https://youtu.be/KmFTo1WMOtQ, https://nypost.com/2016/03/12/infamous-botched-jesus-painting-now-a-major-tourist-attraction/, https://abcnews.go.com/Lifestyle/student-appears-topple-art-sculptures-taking-selfie-la/story?id=48635702, 
Association(s) Mentioned: ACIA, IACA, IALEIA
Vendor(s) Mentioned: 
Contact: leapodcasts@gmail.com 
Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong
Podcast Researchers: Kathleen Allen, Katherine Cincotta, Alexis Lopez
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/OSGen1JaH4Q 
 
Time Stamps
00:00:31 - Introducing the Year One Episode00:02:04 - MIndy’s Memorable Moments00:12:51 - Jason’s Memorable Moments00:29:57 - Kind Words00:31:22 - Podcast News00:38:30 - Upcoming Events00:45:44 - Break - Couple Fight00:46:48 - Don’t Be That Analyst
 

Episode: 00056
Release Date: May 24, 2021
Description: What are the steps to work for the FBI? How do you transition from an analyst to a supervising analyst? Where can you find quality training in intelligence analysis? Why are we asking so many questions? In this episode, Nate Huber explains the value of having an inquisitive mind when it comes to analytics. What questions do you need to ask to get the right answers to address the problem? This episode includes tips and tricks on how to be an effective analytical writer and presenter along with project management advice. Nate walks listeners through his journey becoming an analyst for the FBI and eventually becoming a supervisor and trainer for the FBI academy. Nate has a passion for helping people break into this field, providing a variety of training and mentoring to aspiring analysts and agents. Nate Huber is currently the supervisory intelligence analyst for the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). 
Name Drops: Robert Heibel (00:02:23)
Public Service Announcements: Scott Eicher (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/scott-eicher-the-cellular-analysis-sme/)Dr. Leigh Ann Perry (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-dr-leigh-ann-perry-the-law-enforcement-analysis-researcher/) Shawn Fisher (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/shawn-fisher-the-geographer/) 
Related Links: Intelligence-Led Policing for Law Enforcement Managers — LEB (fbi.gov)
Association(s) Mentioned: IALEIA
Vendor(s) Mentioned: 
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-huber-312169aa/ 
Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong
Podcast Researcher: Kathleen Allen
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/n7SNDfKaqIY 
 
00:00:31 - Introducing Nate00:03:36 - Mercyhurst College00:06:25 - From Grad School to FBI00:13:22 - FBI Analyst Training00:23:39 - DHS00:26:49 - Break - Scott Eicher, Dr. Leigh Ann Perry, Shawn Fisher00:27:35 - Becoming an Instructor00:32:18 - Advice for Writing and Presenting00:45:32 - Interview Philosophy00:40:15 - From Analyst to Supervisor00:48:18 - Analyst Badge Story:  Teaching and Project Management  00:53:57 - Intelligence-Led Policing01:07:59 - Words to the World
 

Episode: 00055
Release Date: May 17, 2021
Description: Criminal behavior and profiling have become widely popular due to mainstream television shows such as Criminal Minds and NCIS as well as a variety of documentaries on serial killers and exploration into their psyche. This week, we interviewed Dr. Leigh Ann Perry who has done work with the real FBI Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) and NCIS Criminal Threat Division, to give us a real-work look on what it is like to work for these units, and compare how the shows stack to reality. Dr. Perry detailed the cases she worked with the respective units as well as gave listeners insights on how to seek out internships and potential job opportunities with these units. She also talks about her dissertation on the 7 attributes of the sexual assault event. If you're ever wondering what it is like to do analysis, especially in criminal behavior, this is the episode for you! Dr. Perry is currently an analyst team leader in global security as well as an adjunct professor with Salve Regina University. 
Name Drops: Julie Wartell (00:09:09), Andre Simons (00:17:29), Blair Robertson (00:19:09), Lou Eliopolus/Dr. Tom Dover/Tim Keel (00:28:55), Dr. Nicole Allen/Dr. Steven Lancaster (00:29:21)
Public Service Announcements: Scott Eicher (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/scott-eicher-the-cellular-analysis-sme/)Shelagh Dorn (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/dr-shelagh-dorn-the-big-picture-analyst/)Brian Gray (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-brian-gray-the-remarkable-analyst/)
Related Links: https://www.instagram.com/psychyogaconnection/, https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/0093854818784617
Association(s) Mentioned: 
Vendor(s) Mentioned: 
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighannperryphd
Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong
Podcast Researcher: Kathleen Allen
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/f2Cg71pX_WU  
 
00:00:31 - Introducing Leigh Ann00:08:07 - Research for Operational Purpose00:14:12 - Research Examples00:18:15 - NCIS00:24:38 - Break - Scott Eicher, Shelagh Dorn, Brian Gray00:25:48 - Analyst Badge Story - Dissertation - Sexual Assault Event Typology00:39:20 - Exploring Serial Murder Class00:47:24 - Advice00:50:45 - Words to the World
 
7 Attributes of the Sexual Assault Event.  Table 1
7 Attributes of the Sexual Assault Event.  Table 2

Episode: 00054
Release Date: May 10, 2021
Description: Are you looking for inspiration and guidance on how to develop expertise in a subject matter? Check out this week’s episode where our guest, Tracey Lowey, shares how she developed her expertise in intelligence, specifically in major and organized crimes. Tracey gives advice to aspiring analysts on courses they could take to prepare them for a competitive market as well as recommendations on professional training. In this episode, Tracey takes us through a series of homicide cases she worked on related to gang activities; Tracey gives us a general synopsis of the case, breaks down the products created, and elaborates on the overall role of the analyst in these kinds of investigations. Tracey also works on human trafficking cases and breaks down the complexities of working these types of cases. Tracey is a life-long learner and instructor who dedicated over two decades teaching and helping aspiring analysts break into the field. Tracey is currently a crime and intelligence analyst for the Calgary Police Service and instructor for the Athabasca University and Mount Royal University. 
Name Drops: Steve Gottlieb/Mark Stallo/Julie Wartell/Rachel Boba-Santos/Christopher Bruce (00:52:16)
Public Service Announcements: Nadia Tuominen (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-nadia-tuominen-the-limitless-analyst/) Mary Bertuccelli (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/mary-bertuccelli-the-networker/) Steve French (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/steve-french-%e2%80%93-one-compassionate-chap/) 
Related Links: https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/iaca-top-10-most-influential/, www.leolist.cc, https://www.ialeia.org/foundations_of_intelligence_an.php 
Association(s) Mentioned: IACA, IALEIA
Vendor(s) Mentioned: Geotime, I2
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracey-lowey-a478a41/ 
Podcast Writer: Mindy Duong
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/njFuPGiyx3A 
 
00:00:31 - Introducing Tracey00:05:55 - Supporting Gang Unit00:08:03 - Human Trafficking00:14:02 - Human Trafficking - Unique to Calgary00:22:30 - Human Trafficking - Rehabitation00:25:19 - Break - Nadia Tuominen, Mary Bertuccelli, Steve French00:26:15 - Analyst Badge Story - Homicide00:29:04 - Advice for Analysts00:36:01 - Love of Teaching00:44:54 - Recommended Training00:49:39 - IACA & IALEIA00:53:30 - FIAT00:55:17 - Odd About U.S.00:56:46 - Words to the World

ACIA New Horizons Podcast with Host Paige Keningale
Episode 00004
Release Date:  May 6, 2021
Description: Andrew Fahey is a highly skilled criminal justice and digital forensic expert. His experience includes 10 years at the UN-affiliated international Criminal Tribunal in the Hague and also spent ten years with the Metropolitan Police Service on serious and organised crime and terrorism investigations. Jenna Holloway also has a policing background, working as an analyst at South Yorkshire Police and the Yorkshire and the Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit for 11 years.  Both work for Forensic Analytics, a company who is the leading provider of innovative software solutions in the fight against crime and has recently received the Queens Award for Enterprise Innovation 2021. For more information see https://www.forensicanalytics.co.uk/
About the guest:
Episodes of the ACIA New Horizons podcast will publish the first Thursday of every month. Please send questions or comments to podcasts@acia.org.uk. For more information on the ACIA, please visit www.acia.org.uk.