Episodes

Monday Aug 31, 2020
Angela Backer-Hines - The Certified Expert
Monday Aug 31, 2020
Monday Aug 31, 2020
Episode 00018
Release Date: August 31, 2020
Description: Is there a difference between crime and intelligence analysis? Is starting your career out at a task force good? Are three analysis certifications enough? Angela Backer-Hines is the recipient of three analysis certifications and helps facilitate IACA training on the Training Committee along with an upcoming guest, Kyle Stoker. In this episode, Angela shares how she fell into crime analysis and emphasizes the importance of different training for her growth and development. Recently Angela has become her agency's expert on computer forensics in addition to her role as a crime analyst. Angela also shares how she and her husband are renovating a farmhouse and gives some helpful insights on DIY projects. Angela is currently a crime analyst and computer forensic examiner with the Eagan Police Department in the state of Minnesota.
Names Dropped: Steve Gottlieb, Christopher Bruce, Jerry Ratcliffe, Sean Bair, Gwen Udell, Kyle Stoker
Public Service Announcements: Hiring Guide Promo, Kyle Stoker, Albert Mesa
Related Links: https://www.justice.gov/usao-mn/pr/eagan-man-sentenced-25-years-federal-prison-producing-pornographic-images-two-year-oldhttps://www.cityofeagan.com/2019-scams-show-44-victims-with-811-735-total-loss
SEO Keywords: IACA, IALEIA, CLEA, Alpha Group, Certification, Training, Task Force, Crime Analysis, Intelligence Analysis, Home Renovation
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

Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Sean Bair’s Guide to Hiring a Law Enforcement Analyst – The Exit
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Season 1 Hiring Episode 07
Release Date: August 26, 2020
Description: Nothing lasts forever and sometimes you need to say goodbye. In this episode, Sean explains how to navigate through this difficult, and maybe even awkward time of an employee leaving, whether through resignation or termination. Sean shares his own personal experiences on both sides as the one doing the firing and as the one being fired; he details out all the steps that need to be considered when reaching this separation stage and what implications the decision might have. This is a bittersweet topic as the conclusion of one position may be the beginning of a new chapter.
We at Law Enforcement Analyst Podcast thank you for making it to the end of our limited series. We'd love to hear your feedback and experience through the hiring process. Please email us at leapodcasts@gmail.com. We hope this has been beneficial to all parties involved and we are excited for the next generation of law enforcement analysts!
Guide Outline: https://bit.ly/2EyKuZV
Names Dropped: Steve Gottlieb, Dave Ramsey
Related Links: www.zoowho.com
https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/sean-bair-%e2%80%93-the-entrepreneur/
https://amzn.to/31tjGDg (Book: The Profit)
https://amzn.to/31soRTZ (Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People)
https://amzn.to/32G52Iz (Book: Secrets of the Millionaire Mind)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbair/
SEO Keywords: Hiring, Firing, Laying Off, Resignation, Designating Responsibility, Next Generation, Intelligence Analysis, Crime Analysis
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

Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Sean Bair’s Guide to Hiring a Law Enforcement Analyst – The Journey
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Season 1 Hiring Episode 06
Release Date: August 26, 2020
Description: Unlike the previous stages of the hiring process, this next stage can last for decades or be a life-long career if approached and handled appropriately. In this episode, Sean shares his thoughts on the longevity of an employee -- now that you got them, how do you keep them? Sean also discusses from the standpoint of an employee on what they can do to make their job more enjoyable that they want to stay. Sean and Jason discuss different scenarios (e.g. performance issues, raise negotiation, etc.) and strategies to consider to ensure an optimal workplace for both the employee and employer.
Guide Outline: https://bit.ly/2EyKuZV
Names Dropped: Russ Neville, Noah Fritz
Related Links: www.zoowho.com
https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/sean-bair-%e2%80%93-the-entrepreneur/
https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Yes-Negotiate-Agreement-Without/dp/0743526937
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbair/
SEO Keywords: Hiring, Interview Format, Zoom Interviews, Interview Questions, Presentations, Portfolio, Intelligence Analysis, Crime Analysis
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

Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Sean Bair’s Guide to Hiring a Law Enforcement Analyst – The Arrival
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Season 1 Hiring Episode 05
Release Date: August 26, 2020
Description: Congratulations on going from being a job seeker to an employee! What to expect now? In this episode, Sean and Jason discuss how to get situated in the new position and what next steps should be taken to ensure onboarding goes smoothly. For more information about the Hiring Guide, please visit https://www.leapodcasts.com/p/hiring-guide/.
Guide Outline: https://bit.ly/2EyKuZV
Related Links: www.zoowho.com
https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/sean-bair-%e2%80%93-the-entrepreneur/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbair/
SEO Keywords: Hiring, career goals, first day on the job, evaluation, Intelligence Analysis, Crime Analysis
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

Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Sean Bair’s Guide to Hiring a Law Enforcement Analyst – The Agreement
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Season 1 Hiring Episode 04
Release Date: August 26, 2020
Description: Every job is a business in one way or another; your agency goal might not be to turn a profit, but it has goals nonetheless. Everyone has a price and what price are you willing to pay to hire and retain someone to help you with your goal? In this episode, Sean lays out the negotiation playbook to ensure both parties are happy with the final results. There is more on the table than the salary and willingness to discuss terms beyond that is critical in ensuring not only happiness, but longevity of the position. This episode also provides insights on what applicants can expect during the background investigation phase of the process and expand on additional tips and tricks to help everyone be the best version of themselves. For more information about the Hiring Guide, please visit https://www.leapodcasts.com/p/hiring-guide/.
Guide Outline: https://bit.ly/2EyKuZV
Names Dropped: Dan Helms, Eric Nelson, Josh Levin, Susan Hammen Whitford, Rachel Boba-Santos
Related Links: www.zoowho.com
https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/sean-bair-%e2%80%93-the-entrepreneur/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narcissistic_Personality_Inventory
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbair/
SEO Keywords: Hiring, Background Checks, Clearance, References, Offer, Counteroffer, Intelligence Analysis, Crime Analysis
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

Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Sean Bair’s Guide to Hiring a Law Enforcement Analyst – The Interview
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Season 1 Hiring Episode 03
Release Date: August 26, 2020
Description: We've passed the application process -- now what? In this episode, Sean explains what questions would be best to get meaningful answers out of applicants. Given the current global situation, interviews are conducted differently, but that doesn't mean you should let your guard down! Sean provides guidance on how to navigate through this new norm of virtual interviews and how you can use this new environment to your advantage. Sean and Jason go into detail of how to properly answer common questions, how to conduct yourself in and out of the interview room, dress codes, and much more to ensure both parties are getting the most out of the interview process. Interviews can be nerve-wracking; this episode breaks down each step of the way to alleviate any anxiety and demystify any misconceptions. This is an episode you really don't want to miss! For more information about the Hiring Guide, please visit https://www.leapodcasts.com/p/hiring-guide/.
Guide Outline: https://bit.ly/2EyKuZV
Related Links: www.zoowho.com
https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/sean-bair-%e2%80%93-the-entrepreneur/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbair/
SEO Keywords: Hiring, Interview Format, Zoom Interviews, Interview Questions, Presentations, Portfolio, Intelligence Analysis, Crime Analysis
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

Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Sean Bair’s Guide to Hiring a Law Enforcement Analyst – The Application
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Season 1 Hiring Episode 02
Release Date: August 26, 2020
Description: Is your job bulletin attracting the right talent? This episode covers what managers should include in the job bulletin to ensure that the right talent would be interested in the position, from not only the salary, but also who the analyst would report to, the anticipated work hours, where they will be situated, what training can be expected, etc. Sean gives details on how to make a job announcement stand out as well as how job seekers can make their applications stand out. As important as the details in the job bulletin should be, so should a job applicant's resume and cover letter. Sean and Jason provide insights on how even applicants with no law enforcement experience can stand out amongst the competition. The job announcement and the application are the first impression the hiring manager and job seeker will have of one another, so it's important to get it done right, and Sean and Jason are here to help! For more information about the Hiring Guide, please visit https://www.leapodcasts.com/p/hiring-guide/.
Guide Outline: https://bit.ly/2EyKuZV
Names Dropped: John Fivekiller
Related Links: www.zoowho.com
https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/sean-bair-%e2%80%93-the-entrepreneur/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbair/
SEO Keywords: Hiring, Job Announcement, Cover Letter, Resume, Portfolio, Application Questions, Intelligence Analysis, Crime Analysis
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

Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Sean Bair’s Guide to Hiring a Law Enforcement Analyst – The Search
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Season 1 Hiring Episode 01
Release Date: August 26, 2020
Description: From the creators of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder comes a new limited podcast series designed to help managers hire and retain quality analysts. Sean Bair’s Guide to Hiring a Law Enforcement Analyst podcast series details each step of the process to ensure you find the right fit for your agency. The first episode is titled The Search, referencing the initial step of the hiring process -- searching for a candidate and searching for a position. This episode covers the initial items hiring managers should consider when attempting to hire a quality analyst as well as tips and tricks for job seekers to find their ideal position. This first episode covers a wide range of topics that will be further elaborated in the next episodes. Sean and Jason share their personal stories regarding being a hiring manager and a job seeker and what they've learned over the years. This, along with the rest of the limited series, are beneficial for both hiring managers and job seekers. For more information about the Hiring Guide, please visit https://www.leapodcasts.com/p/hiring-guide/.
Guide Outline: https://bit.ly/2EyKuZV
Names Dropped: Sally Tarabah, Danielle Giraud, Paul Bentley
Related Links: www.zoowho.com
https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/sean-bair-%e2%80%93-the-entrepreneur/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbair/
SEO Keywords: Hiring, Job Resources, Civilian vs sworn, HR, Department Hierarchy, Intelligence Analysis, Crime Analysis
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

Monday Aug 24, 2020
Christopher Bruce - The Traditionalist
Monday Aug 24, 2020
Monday Aug 24, 2020
Episode 00017
Release Date: August 24, 2020
Description: Every law enforcement analyst should have heard of Christopher Bruce's name in one way or another or have benefitted from his contributions -- he has served on the IACA Board for 15 years, trained numerous courses in law enforcement analysis, consulted at numerous agencies, helped write the book on crime analysis, and much more over his decades of experience in the field. In this episode, Christopher Bruce shares how he first got started in the field of crime analysis and his reasonings for remaining in it for so long. Christopher gives an honest perspective on the profession and where it could be heading in the upcoming years, as well as reminisces the growth of IACA since its inception. Christopher shares his insights regarding the history of this field, how it has changed, and advice for the next generation of analysts. Christopher is currently an assistant professor of Criminal Justice at Husson University as well as continuing his work as a consultant for law enforcement analysis.
Names Dropped: Richard Sevieri, Mark Stallo, Sarah Slavin, Debra Piehl, Noah Fritz, Ned Levine, Ron Clark, John Eck, Kyle Stoker, Susan Hammen Whitford, Jerry Tallman, Carolyn Cassidy, Kim Hathaway, Samantha Gwinn, Mary Craige, Jim Mallard
Public Service Announcements: Hiring Guide Promo, Kyle Stoker, Angela Backer-Hines
Related Links: https://crimemapping.info/article/crime-mapping-ddacts/,https://one.nhtsa.gov/Driving-Safety/Enforcement-&-Justice-Services/DDACTS%E2%80%93test,https://www.iadlest.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cwbruce/
SEO Keywords: Consultant, History, Technology, Innovation, Community Engagement, IACA, Jazz, Nature, Intelligence Analysis, Crime Analysis
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.

Monday Aug 17, 2020
Carola Jersonsky - The Helping Friend
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Episode 00016
Release Date: August 17, 2020
Description: This week we feature our first guest from Latin America who also was the first analyst from Latin America to receive the IACA CLEA certification! Carola Jersonsky has been an analyst for almost a decade and brings a unique perspective to the field of crime analysis. Carola originally studied Economics and decided to use her knowledge and skills towards crime analysis in 2011 with the Metropolitan Police in Argentina where she worked for eight years. Carola shares her experience of being a young woman entering a field of predominantly men and how she gained the confidence of her colleagues through her analytical and communicative abilities. Carola currently works at the Undersecretary of Communal Security and Criminal Investigation - Justice and Security Ministry of the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires.
Para español, salte al minuto sesenta y dos.Esta semana presentamos a nuestro primer invitado de América Latina, quien también fue el primer analista de América Latina en recibir la certificación IACA CLEA. Carola Jeronsky ha sido analista durante casi una década y aporta una perspectiva única al campo del análisis delictivo. Carola originalmente estudió Economía y decidió utilizar sus conocimientos y habilidades en el análisis de delitos en 2011 con la Policía Metropolitana de Argentina, donde trabajó durante ocho años. Carola comparte su experiencia de ser una mujer joven que ingresa a un campo predominantemente masculino y cómo se ganó la confianza de sus colegas a través de sus habilidades analíticas y comunicativas. Carola trabaja actualmente en la Subsecretaria de Seguridad Comunal e Investigación Criminal - Ministerio de Justicia y Seguridad de la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires.
Spanish Translation for Jason Elder: Officer Paul Byers of the Cincinnati Police Department
Names Dropped: Carlos Blanco
Public Service Announcements: Sean Bair’s Guide to Hiring a Law Enforcement Analyst
Email: lic.carola@gmail.com
SEO Keywords: International, Latin America, Argentina, Crime Analysis, Economics, CLEA, Local Police, Intelligence Analysis
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.