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Analyst Talk - Matt Sessions - The Underlying Causes...

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2025/12/15

Episode: 00297 Released on December 15, 2025 Description: In this episode, Jason talks with Matt Sessions, a problem solving tactical advisor and consultant with deep experience in evidence-based policing across the UK. Matt shares how he found his way into problem solving, why logic and curiosity drive effective analysis, and how policing culture can either lift or limit innovation. The conversation explores catalytic converter thefts, underlying causes versus root causes, analyst roles in POP, and

71:40

Analyst Talk - Jeff Asher - The Crime Index Analyst

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2025/12/08

Episode: 00296 Released on December 8, 2025 Description: Jeff Asher joins Analyst Talk with Jason Elder to unpack what crime trends really tell us and why the public so often gets the story wrong. He shares his journey from CIA analyst to New Orleans crime analyst and consultant, and explains how learning to write clearly and communicate with decision makers shaped his entire career. Jason and Jeff dig into focused deterrence in New Orleans, the response time crisis that left serious victims waiting

76:35

Analyst Talk - Dr. Andreas Olligschlaeger - The...

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2025/12/01

Episode: 00295 Released on December 1, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason sits down with Dr. Andreas “Olli” Olligschlaeger, a pioneer with 35 years of experience in crime analysis, GIS, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data-driven investigation. Olli shares how a chance academic assignment led him into the Pittsburgh Police Department’s narcotics division, where he built early GIS systems, conducted street-level analysis, and became one of the

69:16

Analyst Talk - Phil Powell - The Fundamentals Analyst

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2025/11/24

Episode: 00294 Released on November 24, 2025 Description: In this episode, Jason Elder sits down with Phil Powell, Vice President of IALEIA, longtime FIAT instructor, international advisor, and one of the most globally experienced intelligence professionals in the field. With more than forty years of service across the United Kingdom, the Balkans, Jamaica, and the United Nations, Phil shares rare insights into building intelligence units from the ground up, applying analytical fundamentals under

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Analyst Talk - Research Remix - Spatial Insights for...

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2025/11/17

Episode: 00293 Released on November 17, 2025 Description: In the fifth installment of Research Remix, Jason Elder and Jamie Roush unpack a 2014 study by Joel Kaplan, Philip Marotta, Eric Piza, and Leslie Kennedy examining whether the physical landscape contributes to felonious assaults and batteries against police officers. Using Chicago Police Department data, the researchers identified how risky facilities such as foreclosures, problem buildings, bars, schools, liquor stores, gang territories, and

78:29

Analyst Talk - Jennifer Corum - The Grateful Analyst

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2025/11/10

Episode: 00292 Released on November 10, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jennifer Corum shares her remarkable 19 year journey with the Louisville Metro Police Department, including eight years as a crime analyst and her rise to Director of the Real Time Crime Center. From the early days of manually creating compstat maps to leading a 24/7 civilian staffed RTCC, Jennifer discusses how the field has evolved, the lessons she learned building a team from scratch, and

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Analyst Talk - Did You Know With Mike Winslow -...

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2025/11/03

Episode: 00291 Released on November 3, 2025 Description: In the fifth episode of the "Did You Know?" series, Mike Winslow explores the world of hidden data, the overlooked information already sitting in law enforcement systems. From CAD records and field interview cards to modern body-worn camera footage, Mike shares real examples of how uncovering these underused data sources can make or break an investigation. They discuss the importance of collaborating with dispatch, understanding data

25:02

Analyst Talk - Research Remix - Smart Staffing...

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2025/10/27

Episode: 00290 Released on October 27, 2025 Description: In this episode of the Research Remix deep dive, Jason Elder and Jamie Roush tackle one of the biggest issues facing law enforcement agencies today: the police staffing crisis. Drawing from recent research by Wilson and Gramme (2024), Jamie reframes the conversation from simply hiring more officers to rethinking workload-based approaches and smarter deployment. Jamie discusses how analysts can play a crucial role in addressing staffing

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Analyst Talk - Real Crime All The Time - AI is a lead

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2025/10/20

Episode: 00289 Released on October 20, 2025 Description: In this fifth installment of the Real Crime All The Time series on Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Nikki North joins Jason to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping the future of Real-Time Crime Centers (RTCCs). Nikki shares firsthand experiences with facial recognition, vehicle detection, and integrated camera systems that accelerate investigations while emphasizing that AI is a lead, not a conclusion.From license plate readers

74:03

Analyst Talk - Peggy Pingel - The Mortgage Sleuth...

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2025/10/13

Episode: 00288 Released on October 13, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, certified fraud examiner and IALEIA Treasurer Peggy Pingel shares her remarkable journey from three decades in mortgage banking to over 14 years in law enforcement analysis. Peggy recounts how the 2008 housing crisis sparked her pivot to investigating mortgage fraud with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation and unpacks the complex RICO cases that defined her early career. From unraveling

72:03

Analyst Talk - John Riegert - Rise of the Crime...

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2025/10/06

Episode: 00287 Released on October 6, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, retired Director of State Operations for New York’s Crime Analysis Center Network, John Riegert, shares how a handful of analysts grew into a statewide intelligence powerhouse connecting 57 counties. Drawing from 40 years in law enforcement, including his time as a captain with Troy PD, John discusses the evolution of crime analysis in New York from data struggles and building legitimacy to

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Analyst Talk - Before You Leap - Invest in Yourself

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2025/09/29

Episode: 00286 Released on September 29, 2025 Description: In this tenth installment of the Before You Leap series on Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason and Randy explore how analysts can maximize training and certification opportunities. From foundational programs like FIAT to specialized certifications in cyber, financial, and analytic methods, Randy highlights practical strategies for navigating costs, avoiding “certification mills,” and building technical skills like SQL. The conversation also

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Analyst Talk - Erica Logan - Veterans in Analysis

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2025/09/22

Episode: 00285 Released on September 22, 2025 Description: From Army intelligence to law enforcement analysis, Erica Logan has built a career defined by discipline, adaptability, and service. She shares her transition from military all-source analyst to criminal intelligence work in California, her pivotal “analyst badge” stories, and her experiences teaching with the Defense Intelligence Agency. Erica also opens up about the challenges veterans face in the job market, her pursuit of a PhD in

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Catching Up with Dawn - KPIs + Celebrating Dale...

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2025/09/15

Episode: 00284 Released on September 15, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason catches up with Dawn Reeby to dive into the world of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and their role in professionalizing crime analysis. Dawn explains how KPIs can help analysts move beyond “bean counting” and instead measure meaningful impact, build strong infrastructures, and define what success truly looks like in law enforcement analysis. From creating portfolios and roadmaps to

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Analyst Talk - Angie Stroda - From Corporate World to...

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2025/09/08

Episode: 00283 Released on September 8, 2025 Description: This week on Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Angie Stroda shares her unique path from the corporate world to law enforcement, where she now applies decades of analytical and data skills to public safety. We dive into her work building Excel dashboards, teaching herself GIS, and analyzing jail calls that have uncovered critical evidence. Angie also walks us through her career-defining case involving an ATM jackpotting series, where she used

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Analyst Talk - Sara Lee - Gaming, Growth, and Giving...

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2025/09/01

Episode: 00282 Released on September 1, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason sits down with Sarah Lee, Senior Crime Analyst with the Vancouver Police Department, to explore her 20-year journey in law enforcement analysis. From her early days in immigration enforcement to working on Canada’s most infamous serial killer case, Sarah shares how she navigated massive investigations, mastered complex data analysis, and helped shape modern crime analysis practices. We

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Analyst Talk - Open Secrets - Organizing OSINT with...

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2025/08/25

Episode: 00281 Released on August 25, 2025 Description: In this fourth installment of the Open Secrets series on Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, expert Jan Mondale joins us to share practical tips for organizing open source intelligence (OSINT) resources. From using Start Me pages to streamline bookmarks and investigative tools, to exploring collaborative platforms like GitHub for up-to-date OSINT collections, Jan walks us through real world strategies for staying organized and efficient. Whether

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Analyst Talk - Sean Bair 2.0 - AI, Analysis, and...

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2025/08/18

Episode: 00280 Released on August 18, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason reconnects with longtime analyst and entrepreneur Sean Bair to dive into his latest venture, SwornAI. Sean shares how this new platform is tackling the health and wellness crisis in public safety by combining biometric data, CAD records, and artificial intelligence to better support officers and first responders. The conversation also explores Sean’s upcoming book on the role of AI in

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Analyst Talk - Dr. Charles Russo - FBI, Fraud, and...

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2025/08/11

Episode: 00279 Released on August 11, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Dr. Charles Russo reflects on a three-decade career in intelligence, from his military service and work with NCIS to more than a decade as an FBI intelligence analyst. Charles reflects on high-stakes moments like supporting the Oklahoma City bombing investigation, tackling large-scale Russian auto insurance fraud rings, and navigating the challenges of complex financial crimes. He also dives

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Analyst Talk - Erin Havelka - The Intern Turned...

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2025/08/04

Episode: 00278 Released on August 4, 2025 Description: This week on Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason chats with Erin Havelka of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office to explore her journey from uncertain undergrad to award-winning crime and intelligence analyst. Erin shares how a discouraging comment from a professor became her motivation, the initiative that led to her first analyst job, and the evolution of her unit from real-time support to investigative intelligence. She also shares her analyst

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