The Criminologist

This week we welcome Dr. Jerrod Brown back to the show to talk all about the topic of Juvenile Sex Offending. We cover a range of related topics including causes and contributing factors, consequences, and of course interventions. If you are in one of the helping professions and at times interact with this population, it will serve you and your stakeholders well to catch this episode! We take on some of the many misperceptions as to this population...come along for the informational ride! Trauma and Resilience programs: https://www.csp.edu/trauma-resilience-landing/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

Static security versus Dynamic security. This week Brian Koehn shares with us his somewhat unique vision of prison philosophy...at least in America. With over 28 years of Correctional experience, he knows what does NOT work. Hear what he see's as an alternative to business as usual. Dynamic security has been operationalized in Norway, and Brian Koehn believes it is the path we should choose in the US. His non-profit agency, Social Profit Corrections, is an exciting alternative to explore!!! https://spcor.org/ A Day in the Life! Share your probation stories with us! 612-552-2566 or send a voice memo to [email protected]

Attention Desistance champions!!! This week, our subject matter expert Sylwester Matkowski unravels the concept of one's "Narrative Script", and how flipping that script from one of a Condemnation Script to that of a Redemption Scripts is critical in the desistance process. Sylwester also shares a template to achieve this, by re-purposing Joseph Campbell's Heroes Journey. https://www.canva.com/design/DAEyIWi57-4/KmETmZjAN_vtf2Ioa_48Bg/watch?utm_content=DAEyIWi57-4&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C36aYa4Jqnk&list=PLd_uZVwsQmGz4kifEAyIMptDoHec5Kj22&index=3&t=7s

Pleased to be sharing this interview with Sylwester Matkowski, joining us all the way from Poland!!! Sylwester shares with us an overview of Polish probation services, focusing on hiring and training. Sylwester is earning his PhD, and his interest include juvenile justice and the role that narrative scripts play in the desistance process. We love learning about comparative systems of justice, and my initial conversation with Sylwester Matkowski gives us some great insight!

Adopting and adhering to evidence based practices is easier said than done! This week we hear from a leading expert in the field of Implementation Science, Dr. Alexander Walker of the Alliance for Community and Justice Innovation! Alex shares her amazing journey from the esteemed John Jay College of Criminal Justice, to a stint with the Colorado Parole Board, to co-founding ACJI with her incredible team of change leaders! If you are frustrated with your agencies' implementation efforts, have a listen and check out the links below!!! https://acji.org/ https://www.uscourts.gov/federal-probation-journal/2020/09/10-essential-principles-implementation-leadership-real-world https://acji.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Impactful-Implementation-in-Justice-Settings-ACJIs-Implementation-Framework.pdf https://www.researchgate.net/publication/325141601_Awakening_the_sleeping_giant_the_future_of_paroling_authorities_in_America

Thrilled to be sharing our conversation with the one and only Dr. James Bonta! We discuss the back story behind his seminal book, The Psychology of Criminal Conduct, and all things Risk-Need-Responsivity. A must listen for probation and parole officers, corrections officials and anyone interested in effective interventions and approaches to utilize with justice involved individuals. PCC text: https://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Criminal-Conduct-James-Bonta/dp/1138935778 The Criminologist channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

This week we have a great conversation with Dr. Brian Lovins, President of the American Probation Parole Association (APPA). We discuss his work with the University of Cincinnati Corrections Institute, the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department as well as his insightful publications. Dr. Lovins has a passion for his work, and it comes through in this interview…..enjoy!

This week we share our interview Dr. Lukas Carey, joining us all the way from Perth Australia! Lukas is host of his own podcast, Talking Time with Lukas and Alicia. He is a trainer, educator, teacher and academic who believes that a person's mistakes do not necessarily represent who they are. Lukas wants to use his own lived experiences to provide a voice for those people. https://www.lukascarey.com.au/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

We welcome back friend of the program Dr. Jerrod Brown of Concordia University! Dr. Brown shares his amazing insight with us once again, this time looking at the issue of autism in the criminal justice system. Learn of the signs and symptoms of autism, the reasons why some persons with autism become involved in the CJ system, best practices for interviewing persons with autism in a criminal justice setting, and so much more! MA Program: https://catalog.csp.edu/graduate/programs/human-services-emphasis-trauma-resilience-self-care-strategies-ma/ Grad Certificate: https://catalog.csp.edu/graduate/programs/trauma-resilience-cert/ The Criminologist channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

This week, we chat with Dr. Vincent Figliomeni joining us from his home in Calabria Italy! Learn of his unique pedigree which lead him from the University of Iowa, to the the US military, to his home country of Italy. Dr. Figliomeni shares some of his works with us, which have covered topics as varied as piracy off the coast of Africa, to his passion of Italian organized crime. Aspiring criminologist can learn so much from Vincent, as he has consistently leveraged his prior educational experiences to whatever his current passion project may be. Publications: https://vcfigliomeni5.wixsite.com/mysite/publications The Criminologist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

This week, we bring you another inspiring story of one's journey into and out of criminality. Brian Pierce, member of mensa, shares his journey from a small town in Minnesota, to correctional facilities in his home state, to Georgia as well. His experiences in those jails and prisons, to his milestone of law school graduation, are all highlighted in this episode. Brian's pathways into and out of crime are not typical, but exemplify that the process is rarely linear. Enjoy this saga of growth and resilience!

We love promoting the themes of desistance from crime on this program, which is why we are so thrilled to be bringing you the insights of one of the world's leading thinkers on the topic. Dr. Fergus McNeill, University of Glasgow, has been behind some incredibly innovative initiatives in his career. From the ground breaking documentary, The Road From Crime, to his Distant Voices project, Dr. McNeill is never satisfied with the status quo as to our approaches around crime and reintegration. Get a glimpse into the future of what our correctional and rehabilitative efforts may look like moving deeper into the 21st century. Distant Voices: https://www.voxliminis.co.uk/projects/distant-voices/ The Road from Crime: https://vimeo.com/45631057 Pervasive Punishment: https://www.amazon.com/Pervasive-Punishment-Making-Sense-Supervision/dp/1787564665

Many of us learned most of what we know as to the mafia and organized crime from sources such as The Godfather movies or The Sopranos TV show. Hear from a true subject matter expert on the topic as we speak with Dr. Anna Sergi, Senior Lecturer from the University of Essex. How close are the Five Families of New York still linked with the Italian Mafia? How has the secrecy around organized crime factored into our understanding of this topic? These and so many other intriguing topics covered in this myth busting episode of #thecriminplogistpodcast. Publications: https://essex.academia.edu/AnnaSergi Global Initiative Against Org Crime: https://globalinitiative.net/experts/anna-sergi/ From Mafia to Organized Crime: http://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783319535678 'Ndrangheta: The Global Dimensions of the most powerful Italain mafia: http://www.palgrave.com/gp/book/9783319325842

After such a fantastic response to our recent interview with Brad Bogue, in which we re-examined the sanctity of the Needs Principle, we decided to go back and highlight portions of that episode. Brad speaks of how Low Self Regulation and Social Support are critical in the change process for justice involved individuals...and human service clients in general. Are we asking too much of practitioners who abide by the Risk-Need-Responsivity model? Would it behoove us to get really good at one thing, rather than "just OK" at several tasks? And what would that look like moving forward? Listen and learn my friends!!

Self Care strategies for the Helping Professional are covered in Part 3 of our three part series with Dr. Jerrod Brown. Vicarious Trauma and Compassion Fatigue are one of many relevant topics discussed in the final segment of this trilogy with Dr. Brown. Listen and learn of some important yet simple things we can all do to address the cost of doing business for many practitioners. https://online.csp.edu/academics/master-of-arts-in-human-services-trauma-resilience-self-care-strategies/ Dr. Jerrod Brown: [email protected] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

Trauma Informed Care (TIC) is highlighted in Part 2 of our three part series with Dr. Jerrod Brown of Concordia University. Whether your are in the field of Criminal Justice or the array of other helping professionals, you need to be aware of and learn more as to trauma informed care. Trauma is the rule rather than the exception with justice involved individuals. This is a great start to augment your human capital around this very important topic. On-line MA from Concordia University in Human Services: Trauma, Resilience and Self-Care. https://online.csp.edu/academics/master-of-arts-in-human-services-trauma-resilience-self-care-strategies/ Dr. Jerrod Brown: [email protected] The Criminologist channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

This week we welcome Dr. Craig Waleed to the podcast! Learn of his incredible journey from the New York penal system to the world of academia and publishing! Dr. Waleed is passionate about disrupting the community to prison pipeline and reducing post-incarceration recidivism. Hear about his experiences from Sing Sing prison to his current role as a mentor, coach, and a participant of panel discussion, workshops, podcast guest and so much more! https://www.amazon.com/Prison-Promise-Chronicle-Healing-Transformation/dp/B08F6JZ2QB https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

This is a MUST listen for professionals who adhere to the Risk-Need-Responsivity model of supervision! Brad Bogue is uniquely qualified to give a well informed and timely critique to the Needs Principle. From a re-examination of The Big Four, to the very real issue of Differential Diagnosis...this could be a potential game changer folks! Brad packs a seminar's worth of insights into this episode! Always fun to chat with, and a beacon of insight, we hope this is the first of many appearances! J-SAT: https://www.j-sat.com/ Therapy w/ Difficult Clients: https://www.amazon.com/Therapy-Difficult-Clients-Precursors-Awaken/dp/1557987939

Adverse Childhood Experiences...or ACES, is the first topic that Dr. Jerrod Brown will be discussing with The Criminologist podcast as part of a 3-part series. Learn of the genesis and evolution of ACES research, how ACES aligns with the Risk-Need-Responsivity model, and even an examination of ACES in the era of COVID-19. On-line MA from Concordia University in Human Services: Trauma, Resilience and Self-Care Strategies. https://online.csp.edu/academics/master-of-arts-in-human-services-trauma-resilience-self-care-strategies/ Dr. Jerrod Brown: [email protected] The Criminologist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

David Garlock is a successful returning citizen, reentry professional, and criminal justice reform advocate. A client of the Equal Justice Initiative, he was released on parole in 2013 after serving more than 13 years in prison. Learn of his fascinating journey, and his accomplishments assisting others on theirs. He is currently a board member of the Lancaster County Reentry Management Organization and member of the Pennsylvania Reentry Council. https://www.davidlgarlock.com/

Joining us all the way from Dublin Ireland, Daryl Mahon's passion and enthusiasm cannot be contained! If you are unfamiliar with the concept of servant leadership, this is a must listen for you and/or your agency. Private sector, public sector, non-profits, NGO's....leadership is key to successful implementation. Learn all about how servant leadership (or a lack their of), effects outcomes. We cover a wide variety of topics in this interview...Daryl does not disappoint! https://outcomesmatter.squarespace.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

We once again hear and learn from a true subject matter expert! Mr. Kardell Sims shares his lived experiences in the criminal justice system. His pathway into a criminal trajectory and his inspiring story highlighting the milestones and breakthroughs he experienced on his pathway out. Author of Inmate to Inspiration: How I freed myself from self-destruction; and host of The Reentry Journey podcast, we are honored to feature all of Kardell's work in this episode! https://www.amazon.com/Inmate-Inspiration-freed-myself-self-destruction/dp/B08D4Y1RGB https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-re-entry-journey-attacking-recidivism/id1545084898 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIEQLdbeiRc_5AttCxMzudA

This week's very special guest joins us 6,000 miles away from the nation of Armenia! Arshak Gaparyan is a consultant, trainer, and visionary. He is currently working with the Council of Europe to further develop Armenian Probation Services and mental health care in Armenian prisons. Arshak Gasparyan is the President of the Social Justice NGO, who's mission is to implement projects aimed at restoring social justice within society. We discuss everything from the Risk-Need-Responsivity model, to the struggles of securing stakeholder buy in, to the age old dilemma of balancing control and support in the role of the probation officer.

Trauma and resiliency. A much needed and timely conversation with Dr. Jerrod Brown of Concordia University in Saint Paul. Dr. Brown shares with us his insights on these topics, as well as some simple self-care strategies we can all embrace if needed. Learn all about some exciting educational opportunities for those looking to augment their human capital!! Concordia University Saint Paul: https://online.csp.edu/academics/master-of-arts-in-human-services-trauma-resilience-self-care-strategies/ Dr. Jerrod Brown: [email protected]

In this episode, we take a look at the issue of rising crime rates. Are guns on the streets to blame for the increase in crime we are experiencing? How can we leverage what we know about evidence based practices, particularly what we know about criminogenic factors, into the discussion? And what role has the Defund the Police mantra played in this equation? We discuss all this and more on this very topical episode of The Criminologist podcast! Criminogenic Needs explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=filtuNCRqvg&list=PLd_uZVwsQmGzwai-QlHb8B180TCUA2uzD&index=3 Police Chief's reply: https://www.fox9.com/video/953320

The pathways out of crime are varied and complex. The more we can learn from those who have walked that journey, the more we can help those still on the path. Pleased to be sharing the experiences of Eddie Flanagan. Eddie joins us from his home in England, to tell us of his pathways into crime and addiction, and how his digital art work has helped with his change process. Edd the Head Flanagan YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpNsyASKEQijbFjpc3vuesg/videos Pathways in...pathways out Criminologist video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C36aYa4Jqnk&list=PLd_uZVwsQmGz4kifEAyIMptDoHec5Kj22&index=3&t=5s

In order to best serve vulnerable populations, we need to continue to evolve and make systemic changes. Jonathan Ley, founder of Make Time Count Today, shares his vision and tells us of a new app that has been developed which we be truly transformative. Technology has brought many changes to the landscape, and the Make Time Count Today app can play a pivotal role in how you and your agencies evolve in serving justice informed individuals. Have a listen and reach out for more information! [email protected] [email protected] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

We are joined this week by Ryan Buzzard, Founder and CEO @ The W.A.Y. of Sobriety! Ryan shares his experiences with addiction recovery and his work as a Corrections Reform consultant. Check out his podcast, The W.A.Y. of Sobriety as well! Link below! https://open.spotify.com/show/0kbSbOeIkTI9dF9dMWm4Pp Nomadic Paddler info:https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/paddling4change The Criminologist channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

This week we are joined by the incomparable David Breakspear! David is a person formerly in prison, and prison reform campaigner. Hear all about his fascinating journey, from being first arrested at the age of ten, to becoming a TedX speaker, writer, blogger and published author. For David, Education was key in his experience of change. Learn more of his desistance process in this insightful episode! David's TedX talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjEEDE3lxzs&t=27s The Criminologist channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

This week, we dabble in our client origin stories. We often make the mistake of believing the jumping off point for a criminal trajectory begins with their offense. Particularly the offense we may be supervising them for. But the foundations for criminality go back much further than that point in time. Listen and learn as we return to our Risk-Need-Responsivity roots, and reverse engineer some criminogenic need! https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCriminologist/featured

This week we are joined by Noel Moran, business manager at Penal Reform Solutions AND founder of Noela Yoga! Learn all about his incredible journey from a life sentence to motivational speaker, program designer and so much more! Noel has created a unique 10-week mindfulness based program (Noela Yoga), adopting and integrating the principles of growth through creative visualizations, meditation and positive affirmations. Get ready to be inspired!! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

This week we are joined by Phil Maguire, Chief Executive at Prison Radio Association. He provides insights into the UK's National Prison Radio, and all the great work they do. More than simply a radio station, National Prison Radio is making a real impact for justice informed individuals in the UK and beyond! Radio programs, podcasts, and so much more! Discover how Phil and his team have touched the lives of so many individuals in and out of prison. The Criminologist Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ The Paragon Group: https://theparagongroupllc.com/

Another trip in the time machine, as we jump into the future to illustrate how a desisted Patrick Bateman may manifest. Too often, criminal justice officials view those they serve through the rear view mirror. That is, we interact with clients more so through the lens of what they have done rather than who they could become. Desistance theorists maintain that envisioning a crime free future self is key to change. And that holds true for both the practitioner and the client/service user. Join us, as our future focused crystal ball looks at a desisted Patrick Bateman, flying cars, and even Garth Brooks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ https://theparagongroupllc.com/

Criminologist Dr. Jeffrey Ian Ross, Professor in the school of Criminal Justice at the University of Baltimore, joins us to talk about Convict Criminology and his most recent co-edited book, Convict Criminology for the Future! Get ready to learn and be provided with an array of resources if you want to go down this worthwhile rabbit hole! Convict Criminology for the Future text: Convict Criminology: https://www.concrim.org/ The Criminologist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

Desistance Champions, this is a must listen! Dr. Lila Kazemian of John Jay College of Criminal Justice joins me to talk about her book, Positive Growth and Redemption in Prison: Finding Light Behind Bars and Beyond. Desistance, Trauma, Identity, Narrative Scripts...we cover all these topics and more. Tough on crime versus Tough on Criminals? Listen and learn good people...listen and learn. Book details: https://www.amazon.com/Positive-Growth-Redemption-Prison-Rehabilitation/dp/1138312568 The Criminologist Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

Celebrating our one year anniversary in style, as we bring you an inspirational interview with Gethin Jones of Unlocking Potential. Gethin lives for prison reform! He consults, trains and educates those in power so that they can recruit, train and retain a workforce that will feel valued. Unlocking Potential: http://unlockingthepotential.co.uk/ How to F$%# Up and Still Succeed: https://www.amazon.com/How-still-succeed-unlock-potential-ebook/dp/B08RF224NM/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=gethin+jones&qid=1619287654&s=digital-text&sr=1-2 The Criminologist Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

We do another deep dive into Dr. Ioan Durnescu's Core Correctional Skills Training Kit in this episode! Specifically, the concept of Pro Social Modelling. Not just identifying and rewarding of pro-social behavior and attitudes, but also challenging of anti-social behaviors and the importance of the probation officer being a role model. Core Correctional Skills Training Kit link: https://corecorrectional.eu/ The Criminologist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ The Paragon Group: https://theparagongroupllc.com/

One aspect of flipping a client's Condemnation script to a Redemption script involves their ability to envision their desisted self. One way to accomplish this is by way of a tool which we model in this episode. Listen as client Henry Hill helps us model, Three Steps to a Future Crime Free Self!! The Criminologist Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ The Paragon Group: https://theparagongroupllc.com/

Inspired by the great work of Dr. Sarah Lewis (Penal Reform Solutions) and Kam Stevens (Black Arts Media Entertainment), this week we take a look at the importance of Service User Involvement (SUI) in our practices. Please see the links below! Short film my Kam Stevens, Director of Black Arts Media Entertainment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRNiztnXd_k&list=PLd_uZVwsQmGzxWbjImTUzpco9qJo1LZkX&index=4 Penal Reform Solutions Webinar: https://youtu.be/i-lKKwjCXIY

To illustrate how the CJ system can better utilize proven steps of transformation to promote desistance, we travel into the future to see what a milestone for a desisted Mia Wallace could look like. No flux capacitor required to travel through time, just sit back and enjoy...and perhaps learn a few things along the way! The Paragon Group https://theparagongroupllc.com/ The Criminologist Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C36aYa4Jqnk&list=PLd_uZVwsQmGz4kifEAyIMptDoHec5Kj22&index=3

Huge thanks to Dr. Shadd Maruna for his inspiration and contributions toward this episode. We outline his 6-Step approach to behavior transformation. How it has been used by other entities for centuries, and how we utilize it in the criminal justice system...for the worse. But there is hope for desistance champions.....listen and learn

Back to take another "bite" out of the 2017 zombie film, The Cured. This film explores many of the themes encountered when formerly incarcerated individuals make attempts at reintegration. Not just another zombie movie, this film is an allegory for the struggles of justice involved individuals attempting to desist from crime....and the hurdles that society throws at them by way of bias, discrimination, hate and fear. Listen and/or watch along as we view and give commentary for the second 1/3 of the film!

Thrilled to be joined by Dr. Shadd Maruna, Queen's University Belfast! Shadd shares his insights around the topic of desistance from crime and so much more! Some of his projects which we discuss include his book, Making Good-How ex-convicts reform and rebuild their lives, and of course the ground breaking documentary, The Road from Crime. Enjoy this fascinating episode! The Road From Crime: https://vimeo.com/45631057 The Criminologist Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ The Paragon Group: https://theparagongroupllc.com/

The 2017 film The Cured explores many of the themes encountered when formerly incarcerated individuals make attempts at reintegration. Not just another zombie movie, this film is an allegory for the struggles of justice involved individuals attempting to desist from crime.....and the hurdles that society throws at them by way of bias, discrimination, and ill will. Listen and/or watch along as we view and give commentary for the first 1/3 of the film. The Cured: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3463106/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 The Criminologist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ The Paragon Group: https://theparagongroupllc.com/

The return of client Henry Hill allows us to model some Problem Solving skills. In particular, those highlighted in Professor Ioan Durnescu's Core Correctional Skills training kit. Problem solving techniques are often employed as part of a broader cognitive behavioral approach. Listen in as we run through the steps with Henry Hill! Core Correctional Skills: https://corecorrectional.eu/en/ International Training School on Core Correctional Skills: https://www.cep-probation.org/events/international-training-school-on-core-correctional-skills/ The Criminologist channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ Paragon Group: https://theparagongroupllc.com/

This week, we are joined by Mr. Z, of Mr. Z Movies fame. We discuss how both justice involved individuals as well as criminal justice practitioners are portrayed in film and television. And you don't want to miss our Top 10 Crime movies lists! Mr Z Movies: https://twitter.com/MrZMovies The Criminologist Media Group: https://twitter.com/crimmediagroup Movies Over Easy: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/movies-over-easy/id1482667494 The Paragon Group: https://theparagongroupllc.com/

Client Elvira Hancock has been taken into custody and has plenty of questions. Hear how this experience was re-framed thanks to Role Clarification, Motivational Interviewing and even some Cognitive Restructuring! Evidence based practices and interventions need not be delivered strictly in the office setting! Listen to learn more! https://theparagongroupllc.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

Delighted to be sharing our interview with Kam Stevens, Director at Black Arts Media Entertainment. Kam is a prison reformer with lived experience working as a Digital Reformer for Penal Reform Solutions in the United Kingdom. Kam shares his inspiring journey with us, and tells us all about his current and future projects to promote change. You don't want to miss this one! The Letter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pS6PU7uF5AU&feature=youtu.be Kam's music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksqEb3Zugi4&feature=youtu.be The Criminologist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw1d_twLd7CdnDgS7amNpuQ

My fascinating interview with DJ Vodicka to talk about the experiences which lead him to write his book, The Green Wall-A prison guard's struggle to expose the code of silence in the largest prison system in the United States. Lanny Tron joins us as well, to speak of his experiences representing DJ as his attorney and their whistle blower campaign against the California Department of Corrections. Green Wall: https://www.amazon.com/Green-Wall-Guard%C2%92S-Against-Corruption/dp/1440140596 Pelican Bay riot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t141qEiWAP4

Listen to highlights from some of our fascinating guest thus far! It is a truly international affair with folks joining us from Canada, England, Scotland, Ireland and USA! We cover topics ranging from cognitive behavioral interventions, trauma, ACES, the value of social support and of course desistance from crime. Avengers assemble!!!