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
Tune in for an insightful conversation with mixed martial arts expert and former police officer, Thomas Carchidi. In this episode, Thomas shares stories from his career, diving into the highs and lows of law enforcement as detailed in his book, A Life in Law Enforcement, A Police Memoir, The Good, The Bad, The Corrupt. We also dive into some practical tips and words of advice for new officers entering the field.
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Welcome back to another episode of Microcast Mondays. Tune in as Patrick explores the importance of acknowledging life's fleeting nature.
Criminal Justice Evolution
July 28, 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 safe.
In this episode, host Patrick Fitzgibbons sits down with Retired Police Sergeant Bert "Maverick" Gonzalez, a 37-year veteran of the Miami-Dade Police Department. From narcotics to post-9/11 airport security, Bert shares gripping stories and hard-earned lessons from his diverse career, offering a candid look at the evolving landscape of law enforcement.
Criminal Justice Evolution
Episode 738
July 23, 2025
A special than...
Welcome back to another episode of Microcast Monday. In today's show, Patrick draws inspiration from Friedrich Nietzsche and explores how suffering is just a natural part of living a full life.
Criminal Justice Evolution
July 21, 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...
In this episode, I talk with Neil Schoepp – a 24 year veteran of law enforcement and the fire service. Neil says our subconscious minds can hijack our ability to execute. His attitude is infectious and he gives first-responders practical and much needed advice.
Criminal Justice Evolution
Episode 736
July 16, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do eve...
In this Microcast Monday, Patrick delivers a reminder for anyone who's been through the wringer: You're still standing. Life hits hard — professionally, personally — but every time you rise, you get stronger. If you're struggling right now, this one’s for you.
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, cheri...
In this Microcast Monday, Patrick breaks down the hidden barriers that keep many first responders from seeking mental-health and wellness support – from cultural expectations and peer pressure to fears of career fallout and the “hero” narrative. He also flips each obstacle on its head, offering clear reasons to get help now, before cumulative trauma takes a deeper toll.
Criminal Justice Evolution
July 7, 2025
A special th...
In this episode I talk with Brent and Paula AuCoin who lost their adult son, Christopher P AuCoin, to Suicide in 2022 at the age of 52. Chris was a former US Marine who served in Operation Desert Storm and was a part of many combat missions. He then went on to serve as a New Hampshire State Trooper. Chris was a decorated law enforcement officer and rose through the ranks. He later tragically took his own life after sufferi...
Today, Patrick talks about how growth stalls without risk, reminding you that nothing drops in your lap, and explains how to use the tools you already carry to forge your own way forward.
Criminal Justice Evolution
June 30, 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 g...
Welcome back to another episode of CJEvolution. This week's guest is U.S. Army Veteran Shaun “Mister Motivation” Murphy. We discuss how to turn failure into fuel, wield a mindset that lifts you beyond imagined limits, trade hype for real hope, and channel the law of attraction by aligning your energy.
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Criminal Justice Evolution
Episode 731
June 25, 2025
A spec...
Welcome back to another episode of Microcast Monday. Today, Patrick digs into why spotting issues is easy – but earning a leader’s trust takes showing up with fixes. Learn how to shift from problem-identifier to solution-maker and move the mission forward.
Criminal Justice Evolution
June 23, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day for our c...
Stop trying to be the family punching bag. Chronic people-pleasing invites manipulation, drains your energy, and kills real respect. In this quick Microcast Monday, Patrick lays out why ‘nice’ shouldn’t mean “walk all over me,” how to spot subtle guilt tactics, and three boundary lines you can start using today.
Criminal Justice Evolution
June 16, 2025
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder pr...
Sheriff Chris Swanson runs Michigan’s 5th-largest sheriff’s office and, since 2020, he’s been flipping the playbook on incarceration with I.G.N.I.T.E.– “Inmate Growth Naturally & Intentionally Through Education.” The program delivers daily math, reading, and job-skills classes inside the Genesee County Jail and now in dozens of other facilities nationwide. Independent research from Harvard, Brown and the University of ...
Happy Monday! In this solo episode, Patrick breaks down the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people – your 3AM crew. The ones who show up when things fall apart. Negative energy is contagious, so take inventory: who lifts you up, and who drags you down?
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 ...
Ben Walker, founder/CEO of Ditto Transcripts, explains how certified, on-demand transcription slashes paperwork and stress for law-enforcement pros. We also discuss officer burnout, how outsourcing interviews buys back patrol time, and the tech wave modernizing evidence handling. If you care about efficient, tech-forward policing, this one’s for you.
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Feeling tossed by anxiety? In today's episode of Microcast Monday, Patrick breaks down ACT’s “anchor” move: acknowledge what’s happening, lock in on your breath and body, and let the storm pass. Use it to halt rumination, regulate emotions, and regain control – anytime, anywhere.
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day for our communities. Remembe...
YC alum Tamar Blue joins us to unpack how her HIPAA-compliant platform, MentalHappy, is turning virtual support groups into a lifeline for 1,500+ providers and the communities they serve. Topics discussed include the stigmas behind metal health, the toll of therapist burnout, and the power behind group therapy.
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A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder profe...
In this Microcast Monday, our host Patrick Fitzgibbons strips Memorial Day down to its core: honoring the men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States. He traces the holiday’s roots from post-Civil War to its designation as a federal holiday, and offers practical ways to pay respect.
A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day fo...
In this Microcast Monday, Patrick Fitzgibbons critiques the common advice to “just be yourself,” showing how clinging to the status quo can stall growth and why purposeful self-improvement is the way forward.
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 pleas...
Too many Americans slip through the cracks when primary care and behavioral health services sit in separate silos. Dr. Patricia Robinson wants to change that. In this episode, she lays out her vision for fully integrated primary care – where patients see their physician and therapist under one roof. We dig into why the status quo leaves millions untreated, how consolidated teams cut friction for patients, and why clinician...
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