Criminal Justice Evolution

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.

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July 7, 2025 18 mins

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

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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...

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June 30, 2025 9 mins

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.

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June 30, 2025

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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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Episode 731
June 25, 2025

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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


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June 16, 2025 9 mins

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


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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 ...

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June 9, 2025 7 mins

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?


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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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June 2, 2025 7 mins

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.


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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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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.


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May 19, 2025 7 mins

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.


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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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May 12, 2025 10 mins

In today's quick episode, host Patrick Ftizgibbons explains why owning your role is the first step to fixing everyday challenges (finances, relationships, work, etc.) Tune in for a blunt reminder: happiness and success are DIY projects.


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Aswad survived a career‑ending shooting while pursuing pro‑basketball overseas. Instead of revenge, he chose forgiveness – then dedicated his life to helping other survivors heal and be heard. His story tests what we think we know about justice, resilience, and public safety.


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April 28, 2025 8 mins

In this Microcast Monday, host Patrick Fitzgibbons breaks down why radical presence is more than a meditation cliché. He explains how dwelling on the past fuels depression, while future-tripping often drives anxiety, then offers quick advice on how to pull your attention back to the now.


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April 21, 2025 9 mins

In this Microcast Monday, we redefine “walking a higher path” as a deliberate upgrade to every area of life – health, mindset, work, and relationships – not a quest to outshine others. Host Patrick Fitzgibbons shares concrete pivots that move you from autopilot to intentional living, anchored by Henry Ford’s reminder: “Whether you think you can or you think you can’t – you’re right.”


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April 14, 2025 11 mins

In this Microcast Monday, we explore some powerful self-improvement hacks that can propel you beyond mediocrity – from following up and showing kindness, to embracing a growth mindset and finishing what you start. Learn how these simple habits can quickly separate you from the crowd and boost your personal and professional success.


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In this Microcast Monday, we explore the story of the Trojan Horse – a gift that appeared harmless but led to the fall of Troy. We take a hard look at how you can harbor your own “Trojan Horse” within: hidden doubts, fears, or influences that, if left unchecked, can bring about personal or professional downfall. Tune in for a quick, thought-provoking reminder to stay vigilant against self-sabotage and steer your journey to...

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