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Episode 00015
Release Date: August 10, 2020
Description: Do crime analysts only have Criminal Justice degrees? In this episode, Shawn Fisher, a crime analyst for 17+ years, shares how she got her job in law enforcement with a Geography degree and how it has benefitted her over her career. Shawn brings a unique perspective to the table and shares how her particular skills were beneficial to the police department even though it wasn't typical (e.g. criminal justice degree/background). Shawn was a recipient of the Corona Solution's Award for Innovation and one of the early recipients of IACA's CLEA. This episode is reassuring for those who are nervous about transitioning to law enforcement analysis from a different field. Shawn Fisher is currently a Crime Analyst with the Omaha Police Department. 
Names Dropped:   Dr. Don Hagan, Jayne Stairs, Kim Rossmo, Dave Van Dyke, Dale Harris
Public Service Announcements:   Stacy Belledin, Sally Rawlings, Steve Gottlieb
Related Links: https://omaha.com/news/alleged-serial-rapist-arrested-after-omaha-police-get-dna-results/article_63ebbe74-bee9-563c-947f-c018c83b23ca.html 
https://lexch.com/news/regional/suspect-in-midtown-sexual-assault-soon-will-be-back-in/article_3686fe4e-928a-5f69-8b8e-296621c8c58d.html  
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-fisher-44999429/
SEO Keywords: Mapping, ArcGIS, Geography, CLEA, Crime Analysis, 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. 

Episode 00014
Release Date: August 3, 2020
Description: If you thought only introverts go into analytical work, you haven't met this week's guest! Though, you likely have because you've attended one of her classes either at the conference or elsewhere. Sally Rawlings is a recognized expert in the field with over two decades of law enforcement analysis experience and she is not shy about sharing it. Sally has taught thousands of students throughout her career and continues to teach today. In this episode, Sally gives us an exclusive badge story that she hasn't shared before in a classroom or at a conference as well as multiple tips and tricks for new and seasoned analysts. Sally was the first analyst to get certified through IACA, beating out the second analyst by a few minutes -- or did she? Maybe we'll get someone on to dispute this in a future episode! Sally also gave us her opinion on the top analysis units in the country -- listen to see if you agree with her picks! Sally loves the law enforcement analysis field and helping others achieve their goals. Sally is currently a crime analyst with the Jefferson County (CO) Sheriff's Office and is the current chair for the IACA Analyst Mentoring Program. 
Names Dropped: Noah Fritz, Sean Bair, Dan Helms, John Cook, Steve Gottlieb, Mike Winslow, Jason Elder, Danelle DiGiosio, Michele Kennedy, Mary Bertuccelli, Brittany Willis, Mark Stallo, Chris Delaney, Beth Daniel, 
Public Service Announcements:  Sean Bair, Steve French, Shawn Fisher
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-rawlings-b8187b35/
SEO Keywords: CLEA, IACA, Conference, Mentoring, Teaching, Bair Analytics, Crime Analysis, Intelligence Analysis, County Analyst, Seasoned Analyst, Crime Analysis, 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. 

Episode 00013
Release Date: July 27, 2020
Description: How are analysts in other countries doing? Is Hot Fuzz a documentary about the UK Police? This week we get to hear from our first international guest! In this episode, Steve French touches on multiple high-profile cases and topics that helped solidify him into this career and why he would do this job for free if he had to. Steve shares his views on how mental health should be viewed by law enforcement and how the UK is currently tackling these sensitive issues in an effort to reduce crime. Steve emphasizes the importance of emotional and mental self-care as civilian analysts also see and experience unsettling things on the job. Steve recently became fully vegan and is an avid runner who aspires to host IACA's first 10K run. Steve is currently an Operational Intelligence Analyst with the Devon and Cornwall Police in the United Kingdom. **Please note that this episode contains sensitive subject matters including rape, violent assaults, mental health, and juveniles being sentenced as adults. Listener discretion is advised.**
Names Dropped:  Jason White, Debbie Osborne, Christopher Bruce, Jerry Ratcliffe
Public Service Announcements:  Sean Bair, Sally Rawlings, Steve Gottlieb
Related Links:  Rape, Stabbing, & Shooting Case https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/how-police-tracked-down-exeter-354337 ,  Biker Feud https://bit.ly/3g1nzEA
SEO Keywords: International, Intelligence, Mental Health, Juvenile Justice, Gangs, Vegan, Running, crime analysis, 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. 
 

Episode 00012
Release Date: July 20, 2020
Description: Does your department call CompStat meetings something else to lighten the mood? How much of your day-to-day is spent on analysis versus administrative busywork? In this episode, Matt Smith shares his thoughts on effective CompStat meetings and how you can make your day feel productive instead of seemingly mindless busywork. Matt reminisces about a case he worked on involving thefts of police cruisers (among others) and how he views the relationship between crime and intelligence analysis. Matt emphasizes the importance of networking and learning from all your connections along your journey. Matt is currently a Government Contractor Consultant with the Department of Homeland Security. In addition to an extensive analytical career, Matt has dabbled in film work and met a handful of celebrities. You think someone as gregarious as Matt would have no problem sparking a conversation with anyone, but he has had his fair share of awkward celebrity encounters, notably with New York Yankees Legend Mariano Rivera.
Names Dropped: Tom Carr, Carolyn Cassidy, Aisha Javed Qureshi, Joe Ryan, Mary Craige, Christopher Bruce, Vanilla Ice, Bruce Willis, Mariano Rivera
Public Service Announcements:  Danielle Giraud, Carolyn Cassidy
Related Links: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0337978/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-s-45b8267/
SEO Keywords: CompStat, LinX, HIDTA, Networking, Productivity, Efficiency, Crime Analysis, 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. 

Release Date: July 13, 2020
Description: How do you begin your career in law enforcement analysis? In this episode, Danielle Giraud (the youngest analyst on our show to date!) shares how she first got started in law enforcement analysis over six years ago and her adventures thereafter. Danielle shares a story of one of the first cases she assisted on involving keeping children out of dangerous homes; the details and results of the case lead to the creation of Anayah's Law in Frederick, MD. In addition to multiple stories about the investigations she has worked on over the years, Danielle shares how she met her husband -- another Crime Analyst -- on her journey. Danielle represents the new generation of experienced, professional analysts ready to take analysis to the next level! Danielle has been an analyst in multiple states in different assignments and is currently the Crime Analyst for the Jefferson County (CO) Sheriff's Department. 
Names Dropped: Levi Giraud, Terry Gingerich, Chris Bruce
Public Service Announcements:  Mindy Duong, Metre Lewis
Related Links:  Safe Streets:  https://www.baltimorehealth.org/safestreets/, https://bit.ly/2Zmfp3x Anayah’s Law:  https://bit.ly/2Wev5UB , https://wapo.st/38Qxw51 Firework Maps:  https://twitter.com/jeffcosheriffco/status/1278705280973279239/photo/1,https://twitter.com/jeffcosheriffco/status/1278705280973279239/photo/2,https://twitter.com/jeffcosheriffco/status/1278705280973279239/photo/3
Don’t Be That Analyst:  Stacy Belledin, Tony Berger, Steve Gottlieb, Metre Lewis, Mike Winslow
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellegiraud/
SEO Keywords: Next Generation, Anayah's Law, Relocation, Marriage, LinX, Crime Analysis, 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. 

Episode 00010
Release Date: July 6, 2020
Description: Ever wonder what it was like to create a map using posters, pins, and string?  In this episode, Metre Lewis shares how she transitioned from being a dispatcher to being one of her department's first crime analysts; Metre talks about what she did when she first started, the products she's done, and how it evolved over time. This episode also features call-in questions from our listeners that Metre answers effortlessly -- pulling expert knowledge from her 35 years of experience. Metre explains how you can get buy-ins from your sworn counterparts, what day-to-day life was like, and how it is being the only analyst for your entire department. Metre is six months away from retirement as of this recording and expressed the pride and joy she has for the Florida Crime and Intelligence Analyst Association (FCIAA) that she helped found 26 years ago for how much it has grown and where it is headed. Post retirement, Metre hopes to continue helping make the world a better place by establishing a safe haven for those affected by homelessness and publish a book helping girls and women redefine themselves. Metre is currently a Criminologist for the City of Kissimmee. 
Names Dropped:  Mark Stallo, Noah Fritz, Steve Gottlieb, Kim Poole
Public Service Announcements:  Analysts’ Corner, Matt Smith
Callers:  Mark Stallo, Sam Gwinn, Sean Bair, Sally Tarabah, Carolyn Cassidy
Related Links: https://fciaa.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/metre-lewis-786a4646/
SEO Keywords: History, Dispatcher, Career Transition, Longevity, Professional Association, Professional Certification, Pin Maps
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. 

Episode 00009
Release Date: June 29, 2020
Description: Alpha Group Center is one of the most well-known and effective companies for law enforcement analysis training; most of our listeners have likely been to a training provided by the Alpha Group Center and was taught by our guest today. In this episode, Steve Gottlieb shares his insights on what makes a successful analyst and how this industry has changed since he first started. Steve shares his favorite parts about being a trainer, what he learned himself over his career, and why he continues to give back to the community. Steve gives an annual award at the IACA Conference to honor those that develop an innovative idea that helps further the industry. Steve reminisces about alternative career choices and how he ultimately decided crime analysis was his calling. Steve Gottlieb is currently the Owner and Executive Director as well as a trainer with the Alpha Group Center for Crime and Intelligence Analysis Training. 
Names Dropped:  Jim Anthony, Dwayne Craig, Sheldon Ehrenberg, John Douglas, Robert Wessler, Greg Cooper, Skip Baylor, Lew Emerson, Steve Smith, Clarence O. Gray
Public Service Announcements:  Metre Lewis, Carolyn Cassidy
Related Links: https://www.alphagroupcenter.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-gottlieb-9646661/
SEO Keywords: Alpha Group Center, Training, History, IACA, Innovation, Scholarship, Forecasting
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. 

Episode 00008
Release Date: June 22, 2020
Description: Esri ArcGIS is a name almost every analyst and beyond knows; it is a leading industry when it comes to mapping, and continuously grows and improves to assist law enforcement with their jobs. In today's episode, seasoned analyst and current Esri Educational Specialist, Stacy Belledin, shares how Esri has been continually assisting law enforcement to improve their processes and investigations as well as the training programs. Stacy also shares how she ultimately found her voice in crime analysis, the cases that really stuck with her, and how she continues to nurture her passion every day. Stacy reminisces the benefits of IACA and expands on Tony's message in Episode 00007 about how IACA is a place where you can feel at home and make life-long friends. Bonus: You can hear Stacy's lovely singing voice if you haven't already at the IACA conferences where she sings the national anthem every year! Stacy is currently the Educational Specialist with Esri. 
Names Dropped:  John Beck, Phil Mielke, Chris Delaney, Sally Tarabah, Mary Bertuccelli,  Mark Stallo, Tony Berger, Christopher Bruce, Noah Fritz, Carolyn Cassidy, Ericka Jackson, Matt White, Tess Sherman
Public Service Announcements:  Mindy Duong, Steve Gottlieb, Analysts’ Corner Podcast
Related Links: https://www.esri.com/en-us/home, https://youtu.be/Ct-lOOUqmyY (PB&J instructions)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacy-belledin-23b00916/ 
SEO Keywords: ArcGIS, mapping, IACA, career decisions, singing
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. 

Episode 00007
Release Date: June 15, 2020
Description: Real Time Crime Centers (RTCC) provide actionable information and intelligence to officers almost instantaneously as they happen; they ensure officers have the most updated information to execute their duties accurately and safely. In this episode, Anthony (Tony) Berger, a 30+ year sworn veteran with the Pierce County (WA) Sheriff's Department, provides insight on how a RTCC can assist law enforcement and how they benefit the industry as a whole. Tony shares his experience on how they started the South Sound 911 RTCC, career-defining stories, what success means to him, as well as his perspective on what it's like doing crime analysis as a sworn personnel. Tony reminds us that IACA is like a family and that our annual conferences were like a big family reunion; it's easy to feel alone when you're the only analyst in hundreds of miles, but remember you have an entire association with you that is more than happy to help you, just as they helped Tony, every step of the way on your journey! At the end, Tony talks about his love for home brewing and dedication to his faith. Pro tip: Make sure what you're brewing is properly sanitized! Tony has since retired from the Pierce County SO, but continues his role as the Program Manager at South Sound 911 to today. 
Names Dropped: Mike Carson, Kent Mundale Jr., Nick Housner, John Hanson, Chris Gebhardt, Chris Bruce, Mindy Duong, Bryan Hill, Steve Gottlieb, John Hanson
Public Service Announcements:  Analysts’ Corner Podcast, Sally Tarabah
Related Links: https://southsound911.org/
LinkedIn: 
SEO Keywords: Real Time Crime Center, RTCC, History, Sworn & Civilian Personnel Harmony, Automation, IACA, Home Brewery
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. 

Episode 00006
Release Date: June 8, 2020
Description: What's the difference between crime and intelligence analysis? How do you train an officer as a civilian? And can you actually be super fit and play video games all day? In this episode, Mike Winslow shares how he seamlessly navigates through differing worlds and how he manages to work in both efficiently and harmoniously. Mike explains how techniques in intelligence analysis can benefit (tactical) crime analysis and vice versa through real-world examples. He also shares his experience working as a certified POST trainer as a civilian crime analyst. Mike has done numerous training on various law enforcement topics and continues to help others grow and succeed in the law enforcement analysis field. Mike is currently a Senior Crime Analyst with the Scottsdale (AZ) Police Department. We also talk about being a snowboarder, video gamer, and comic book movie fan while somehow avoiding the topic of being a CrossFit coach.  Please be sure to listen beyond the credits for this episode. We are happy to welcome him to our show!
Names Dropped:
Public Service Announcements:   Stacy Belledin, Tony Berger
Related Links: https://tcjewfolk.com/the-enduring-legacy-allison-feldman/ ;  https://www.nbc.com/dateline/video/unraveled/3996410
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-winslow-a26787a6/
SEO Keywords: Analyst on Location during an Active Murder Investigation, Murder Spree, Telephone Tolls, POST trainer, Confirmation Bias
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.