Criminal Justice Evolution
The Criminal Justice Evolution Podcast is a growth and development podcast for criminal justice professionals. It was created for criminal justice professionals and hosted by a retired criminal justice professional.
Episodes
In this short solo episode, Patrick Fitzgibbons challenges a dangerous misunderstanding about strength: the belief that strong people are supposed to be unaffected by what they experience.
First responders, leaders, and high performers are often praised for their toughness and composure. But being strong does not mean you’re immune to stress, trauma, or emotional impact. It simply means you’ve learned how to function under ...
In this Microcast Monday, Patrick looks at why the most capable people – first responders, veterans, and leaders – often go quiet when they’re hurting. He unpacks how silence can start as a survival skill, but over time turns into isolation, accumulated stress, and distance from the people who matter. The takeaway is simple: you don’t have to share everything, just something.
Criminal Justice Evolution
January 26, 2026
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In this Microcast Monday, Patrick speaks to first responders running on empty: you don’t need to be “on” to keep moving forward. It’s a grounded reminder that some seasons aren’t for growth – they’re for staying steady, not sliding backward, and knowing when to reach for support.
Criminal Justice Evolution
January 19, 2026
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you...
Happy new year! In this Microcast Monday, Patrick makes the case for selective access: in high-stress work, oversharing with the wrong people can drain your energy, erode trust, and create problems you did not need. He breaks down the difference between privacy and secrecy, and why clear boundaries are not cold – they are a professional survival skill.
Criminal Justice Evolution
January 5, 2026
A special thanks to YOU. Th...
As the calendar flips, Patrick offers a brief reset for first responders and high-stress professionals who feel worn down, stuck, or quietly asking, “is this it?” He reflects on the weight many carry into a new year, the difference between being tough and being healthy, and why a new calendar alone doesn’t create transformation.
Criminal Justice Evolution
December 29, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / f...
In this Microcast Monday, Patrick delivers a steady, no-fluff message for first responders navigating the holiday stretch – long shifts, missed family time, and the extra emotional weight that can show up when everyone else seems to be celebrating. This episode is a reminder that strength doesn’t mean pretending everything is okay. It means showing up, being honest, and knowing when to rest or reach out.
Criminal Justice Ev...
In this week’s Microcast Monday, Patrick challenges listeners with a simple but uncomfortable question: When was the last time you were truly honest with how you are doing? There are public answers and truthful answers.
Criminal Justice Evolution
December 15, 2025
If the job has been taking more than it gives, there’s support available. Frontline Focus is for first responders and high-stress professionals looking to rese...
In this episode of Microcast Monday, Patrick shares a simple reminder to treat every day like Thanksgiving – not about eating turkey, but about giving thanks. If you’re alive and reading this, consider yourself lucky. The point? Be more grateful for what you have rather than complaining about what you don’t.
Criminal Justice Evolution
December 1, 2025
In this week's episode, Patrick talks with Roger BelAir – a retired finance executive who introduced pickleball to jails and prisons. They trace how one visit turned into requests from facilities nationwide, leading to front-page USA Today coverage in 2018.
Criminal Justice Evolution
Episode 758
November 26th, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do e...
In this episode of Microcast Monday, Patrick speaks to the other side of the holidays: while many celebrate, others face depression and spend the season alone.
Criminal Justice Evolution
November 24, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day for our communities. Remember you are honored, cherished, and loved. Keep up the good work and please be s...
Patrick and Yusef Andre Wiley—founder of Timelist Group, a California nonprofit focused on reentry services, inmate programs, housing support, and crime prevention—break down three essentials: why you’re never out of the fight, how to build an Overcome Mindset, and practical steps to go after success today.
Criminal Justice Evolution
Episode 756
November 12th, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first ...
In this episode of Microcast Monday, Patrick talks about his comeback from his darkness and the techniques and best practices that can keep you moving forward.
Criminal Justice Evolution
November 10, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day for our communities. Remember you are honored, cherished, and loved. Keep up the good work and please be ...
Change your habits, change your life. In this Microcast Monday, Patrick lays it out plainly: growth – personal and professional – comes from doing the work, not waiting for a rescue. If you want different results, own your choices, fix the habits holding you back, and remember no one is coming to save you.
Criminal Justice Evolution
November 3, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professio...
"Too old, not qualified, no connections..." – Patrick’s heard it all, and he’s lived the reset himself. In this quick Microcast Monday, he shares why starting over at age 50 didn’t end his story – and reminds you that forward is the only direction.
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Patrick sits down with Dr. Tommy Rhee – board-certified chiropractor, regenerative medicine innovator, and former Tampa Bay Buccaneers team chiropractor – to discuss topical stem cell therapy. Their conversation centers around cellular regeneration, the everyday habits that keep your body cared for, and where stem cell technology and treatment could be headed next.
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People-pleasing drains your peace. In this Microcast Monday, Patrick makes the case for choosing your growth over others’ opinions. Drawing on Mel Robbins’ “Let Them Theory” idea, he lays out a simple mindset to protect your mental health, focus on what you can control, and take your power back.
Criminal Justice Evolution
October 13, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank ...
If we don’t sleep well, we can’t live well. Patrick sits down with Lori Oliver, Co-Founder of The Inactive Company, to talk about the conversations that sparked the brand, practical hacks you can try tonight, and why they built the Inactivator – the first performance sleep mask.
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Criminal Justice Evolution
Episode 750
September 24, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The crim...
Saying sorry matters – but repeating the same apology without change erodes trust and peace of mind. In this Microcast Monday, Patrick breaks down how to replace empty sorries with visible action.
Criminal Justice Evolution
October 6, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day for our communities. Remember you are honored, cherished, and loved. Ke...
Who you surround yourself with shapes your future. In this Microcast Monday, Patrick shares why your associations matter just as much in adulthood as they do for kids. From letting go of toxic ties to surrounding yourself with people who elevate you, this episode is a reminder that your relationships directly impact your mental health and overall direction in life.
Criminal Justice Evolution
September 29, 2025
A special t...
Air Force veteran and Seven Principles Group CEO Chas Sampson has guided 25,000+ vets through VA claims. We dig into why so many never file in the first place, the one mindset shift that improves outcomes, and what elite customer service really looks like – from the VA desk to the NFL locker room.
Criminal Justice Evolution
Episode 747
September 24, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder p...
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