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Beyond the Bandaids with Project PACT

Welcome to Beyond the Bandaids with Project PACT, a podcast dedicated to exploring how police officers, public safety professionals, community leaders, and community members can reconnect with their sense of purpose and inspire positive change in their local community. Through meaningful conversations and insights from experts, this podcast emphasizes that both citizens and police are part of the community, aiming to foster unity and build trust through partnership. Beyond the Bandaids helps you

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48:28

Building Social Capital to Crowd Out Crime

Beyond the Bandaids with Project PACT ·

2025/09/11

How can communities move from dependence on institutions to interdependence with one another?This episode explores how communities can move beyond dependence on institutions and embrace interdependence to create lasting safety and well-being. Mike, Carol, and Kristin discuss strategies rooted in John McKnight’s asset-based community development model, highlighting the importance of cultivating relationships, building trust, and amplifying neighborhood gifts. Together, they unpack how focusing on

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51:20

Safer Neighborhoods Through Stewardship

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2025/09/04

What does it look like to embrace citizenship by taking responsibility for safety, instead of leaving it to others?This episode explores how neighborhoods can move from dependence on police and government toward interdependent, self-reliant models of community safety. Mike, Carol, and Kristin discuss the stewardship mindset, the importance of partnership, and the collective will that transforms neighborhoods. Through lessons from thought leaders and reflections on disasters, the hosts emphasize that

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54:53

From Command and Control to Collaborative Community...

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2025/08/28

How can neighborhoods take ownership of their safety?This episode continues to explore alternatives to the traditional criminal justice system and how communities can take a leading role in creating safety. Mike, Carol, and Kristin discuss programs that transformed neighborhoods, addressed mental health and substance use, and reframed domestic violence as a health issue.Topics that Chief Mike Butler, Dr. Carol Engel-Enright, and Kristin Daley explore in this episode:03:20 – Vision for Change* How

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43:50

Rethinking Justice: Alternatives to Police Citations...

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2025/08/21

Are the police responsible for fixing the social issues of our communities?In this episode, we continue to explore what we discussed in the previous episode—what it means for a police department to go beyond arrests and citations. Chief Butler reflects on his time in Longmont, Colorado, describing how acknowledging pain, listening deeply, and experimenting with restorative justice transformed both the police department and the community. Together, we highlight how partnerships, shared

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40:28

Beyond Arrest and Citations: From Punishment to...

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2025/08/14

What alternatives to arrests and citations can reduce harm and strengthen safety?In this episode, Mike, Carol, and Kristin challenge the overreliance on arrests and citations as default responses to complex social and health issues. They explore how the criminal justice system’s one-size-fits-all model perpetuates cycles of harm for both offenders and victims. They also highlight the need for upstream solutions, deeper community partnerships, and practical alternatives that prioritize safety and

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45:14

Replacing Band-Aids With Real Police Reform

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2025/08/07

How can we move beyond short-term police reforms and toward lasting cultural change?This episode explores the evolving state of policing in America and the cultural shifts necessary for true reform. Mike, Carol, and Kristin reflect on the last decade of public safety, the recurring cycles of tragedy and retreat, and the need for interdependent relationships between police and communities.Topics that Chief Mike Butler, Dr. Carol Engel-Enright, and Kristin Daley explore in this episode:(8:30) The Trap

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39:44

Co-Creating Safety: Police & Community in Longmont

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2025/07/31

What can happen when a police department invites the community to co-author its mission?This episode explores Chief Mike Butler’s transformational leadership in Longmont, Colorado, revealing how authentic conversations, strategic vulnerability, and restorative justice reshaped public safety.Topics that Chief Mike Butler, Dr. Carol Engel-Enright, and Kristin Daley explore in this episode:(0:44) Reimagining Police Leadership* How Mike used conversation and curiosity to understand and reshape

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44:17

Developing Transformational Leaders in Police...

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2025/07/24

What qualities truly matter when selecting a future police chief? Also, how can police departments develop leaders who are genuinely transformational?This episode rethinks the selection and development of police leaders, emphasizing the need for transformational individuals who can foster profound community engagement and move beyond traditional law enforcement roles. Hosts Mike, Carol, and Kristin discuss the importance of relational skills, transparency, and a long-term vision for police chiefs to

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38:34

What Service-Minded Public Safety Officers Look Like

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2025/07/17

What kind of person is truly fit to serve as a public safety officer today? And how can police departments attract individuals focused on public service and community well-being?This episode explores what it means to hire the right people for public safety roles in today's world. Mike, Carol, and Kristin examine the traits of a PACT-aligned officer—one who is emotionally intelligent, community-driven, and adaptable. Together, they challenge outdated models of enforcement and offer a hopeful,

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31:47

Why Ownership Drives Innovation and Collaboration

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2025/07/10

How can police and community leaders cultivate a culture where ownership is safe and encouraged?This episode explores what it really means to take ownership—within a police department, an organization, or a community. Mike, Carol, and Kristin discuss the cultural shifts required to move away from entitlement and toward responsibility and empowerment. With practical stories and honest insights, they offer tips for building systems where trust, collaboration, and innovation thrive.Topics that Chief

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30:26

The Art of Stewardship: Leading with Service and...

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2025/07/03

What does it mean to choose service over self-interest in your professional and community roles? Also, how can we redefine leadership through stewardship instead of control?In this episode, Mike, Carol, and Kristin explore the transformational concept of stewardship—moving from patriarchal control to shared community ownership. They discuss how stewarding people, not managing them, fosters deeper accountability, creativity, and connection.Topics that Chief Mike Butler, Dr. Carol Engel-Enright, and

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29:14

What Authentic Police-Community Partnership Looks...

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2025/06/26

How can police departments foster genuine partnerships both internally and with the communities they serve?This episode dives into the foundational principles of authentic partnerships within policing. The hosts explore transparency, shared accountability, and leadership that values every voice. Real-world examples show how shifting culture fosters trust, creativity, and sustainable public safety outcomes.Topics that Chief Mike Butler, Dr. Carol Engel-Enright, and Kristin Daley explore in this

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56:11

Replacing Lost Federal Grants with Community Ingenuity

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2025/06/19

How can your community or city leverage social capital to fill the gaps left by lost federal grants?This episode explores how communities can thrive and create meaningful change even as federal funding for social and health programs is being cut. The hosts emphasize a shift from dependency on outside sources to leveraging the social capital within our communities. They share examples of successful initiatives where local resources, volunteers, and partnerships were galvanized to address issues like

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Breathing New Life Into Police Training with Neill...

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2025/06/12

What can police leadership do to preserve the idealism of new police recruits and to promote communication and accountability in their departments?In this episode, retired law enforcement leader Neill Franklin joins our co-hosts to explore how police culture can shift toward trust, accountability, and real connection with communities.Neill Franklin spent decades in policing, from narcotics to academy leadership—and he's still not done. A former executive director of LEAP, a former Chief of Human

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45:11

When Community and Police Co-Create Culture

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2025/06/05

What does authentic community-police partnership look like in practice? And what steps can community members and police officers take to shift our culture?This episode explores the attributes of genuine police-community partnerships, moving beyond traditional, patriarchal approaches to public safety. The hosts discuss how joint accountability, shared vision, and authentic relationships are crucial for creating healthy communities and fostering a sense of belonging. They also emphasize that true

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51:58

What Do Healthy Communities Actually Look Like?

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2025/05/29

What does a truly healthy and interdependent community look like in practice, and how can individuals contribute to its creation?This episode explores what a healthy, interdependent community looks like when public safety isn’t just the job of police, but of every citizen. Hosts Carol, Mike, and Kristin share personal stories and strategies for shifting from fear-based systems to collaborative, citizen-led solutions. Together, they reveal how mutual trust, shared vision, and co-creation can drive

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47:41

Rewriting the Police Narrative: A Conversation with...

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2025/05/22

What lessons can be learned from cities that have successfully reformed their police cultures?In this episode, guest Neil Gross and your hosts discuss police culture and the challenges of reform. Neil shares insights from his book Walk the Walk, which examines how three police departments have successfully shifted their approaches to policing.Today’s guest didn’t just study policing—he lived it. A former officer turned sociologist, Neil now teaches at Colby College, researching how police culture

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52:03

Beyond Patriarchy: Building True Community-Police...

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2025/05/15

What are some of the key components of a successful community policing model?In this episode, Mike Butler, Carol, and Kristin discuss the evolution of community policing and the importance of leadership in law enforcement. They also explore collaborative initiatives like Project PACT and LEAP that aim to bridge gaps between police and communities.Topics that Chief Mike Butler, Dr. Carol Engel-Enright, and Kristin Daley explore in this episode:(02:00) Community Policing* The evolution of community

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51:31

Seeing Through The Lens Of Goodness

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2025/05/08

How can shifting from a problem-solving mindset to a possibility-focused mindset transform policing and communities?This episode explores how seeing through the lens of goodness can transform public safety and community relationships. Mike, Carol, and Kristin share real-life examples of neighborhoods that became safer through engagement, trust, and collaboration rather than increased enforcement.Topics that Chief Mike Butler, Dr. Carol Engel-Enright, and Kristin Daley explore in this episode:(05:26)

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46:27

Police Roles: Past, Present, and Future

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2025/05/01

How have police roles evolved from the 1800s to the present day?This episode explores how police roles have evolved from peace officers to law enforcement agents. Hosts Mike, Carol, and Kristin also discuss the challenges of police overload, the importance of community partnerships, and ways to create safer, more connected neighborhoods.Topics that Chief Mike Butler, Dr. Carol Engel-Enright, and Kristin Daley explore in this episode:* The unhealthy over-dependence on police for non-criminal social

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