Are We Good?
"Are We Good? Podcast" is a production of Bolante.NET, dedicated to exploring behavioral threat assessment, violence prevention, and crisis communication. Hosted by Jim Bennett and other experts in security and threat assessment, the podcast delves into real-world cases, best practices, and emerging trends to help organizations and communities stay informed and prepared. Through insightful discussions and expert interviews, "Are We Good?" sheds light on the complexities of safety, security, and the human factors that shape them. www.bolante.NET | www.arewegood.net
Episodes
October 9, 2025 • 33 mins
Understanding the critical difference between a threat and a conflict could change how you lead your team—or save a life. In this short but powerful episode, Jim Bennett explores why conflating the two can lead to overreactions, missed warning signs, and unsafe environments.
• Discover why “threat” ≠ “conflict”
• Learn how response strategies differ
• Avoid dangerous overreactions
• Improve workplace safety protocols
• Develop mor...
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September 18, 2025 • 31 mins
Campus Safety Strategy
SHOW NOTES
• Learn how to identify behaviors of concern before they escalate
• Understand why behavioral threat assessment matters outside schools
• Apply campus safety strategies in your workplace or community
• Discover how everyday interactions can signal deeper issues
• Hear actionable tips from real-life scenarios
GUEST BIO
Jim Bennett is a behavioral threat assessment expert and host of the “Are We Go...
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August 14, 2025 • 19 mins
🎙️ Are We Good? – Myth Crushers: Part 2
In Part 2 of “Myth Crushers,” Jim Bennett continues unpacking common misunderstandings in behavioral threat assessment with clarity, humility, and a dash of humor.
He digs into real-world challenges that assessment teams face—like missing context, relying too heavily on tools without conversations, and the critical need for consistent documentation and follow-through. This episode is all a...
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August 14, 2025 • 29 mins
In this premiere Squad Room episode, Jim Bennett and Rebecca break down three of the biggest mistakes organizations make in behavioral threat assessment—and how to avoid them.
Whether you work in education, corporate security, law enforcement, or community leadership, avoiding these pitfalls could mean the difference between preventing v*olence and missing warning signs.
🔍 The 3 Common Mistakes:
1️⃣ Confusing behavioral threat a...
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July 24, 2025 • 55 mins
Transit Threats: Real-World Risk Lessons from Joel Lavespere
Show Notes:
• From city streets to zoo exhibits, expert Joel Lavespere breaks down how public spaces become soft targets—and what leaders can do now.
• Spot early signs of targeted v*olence in transportation
• Learn from real cases in city systems & cultural sites
• Why threat assessments often fail in transit planning
• Actionable tips from a former Ai...
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July 9, 2025 • 58 mins
Crisis-Proof Leadership: Admiral LeFever’s Guide to Safety
• What can a 38-year Navy veteran teach us about workplace safety? A lot. Admiral Mike LeFever reveals his battle-tested approach to protecting people.
• Discover the leadership principles used during Pakistan’s 2005 earthquake response
• Learn how high-risk military tactics apply to post-incident care in schools and corporations
• Get Admiral LeFever’s take on building tr...
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June 30, 2025 • 42 mins
Civil unrest is changing—learn how to protect your workplace from the rising risks of protest-driven violence.
• SHOW NOTES
• Understand how protests escalate into workplace threats
• Learn civil unrest 2.0 and its digital dynamics
• Spot early warning signs of crowd violence
• Adapt your workplace violence plans for collective threats
• Prepare leadership for insider and outsider ideological risks
Guest bio
Steve Crimando is a C...
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June 20, 2025 • 18 mins
Are We Good? – A Podcast on Threat Assessment & Crisis Prevention with Jim Bennett Brought to You by Bolante.NET
A Safe and Secure Milton Hershey School
Show Notes:
• Join Host Jim Bennett and Rick Gilbert, Senior Director of Campus Safety at the Milton Hershey School as they discuss safety in schools
• Diving into the discussion of social media’s impact on the threat environment
• Creating safe school environments
• Go deepe...
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May 23, 2025 • 18 mins
• With violence rising in sacred spaces, Jim Bennett welcomes elite threat expert Dave Benson to reveal how churches and large venues can stay safe.
• Break down myths about “soft targets” in faith settings
• Explore why safety teams must be multidisciplinary
• Learn from Dave’s real-world work at Disney and U.S. State Dept.
• Discover how the “Securing Souls” ministry equips church leaders
• Guest bio: Dave Benson, threat manager,...
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May 10, 2025 • 20 mins
What is a Behavioral Threat Assessment Team—and does your company need one? Jim Bennett breaks it down for leaders and curious employees alike.
• Define the “what” and “why” of threat teams
• Learn when your workplace needs one (hint: sooner than you think)
• Discover Jim’s real-world tips for launching a team from scratch
• Hear how to pitch threat team value to skeptical execs
• 🎯 Want the slide deck Jim mentions? Join The Goo...
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May 4, 2025 • 18 mins
After the Incident: Supporting Employees Through Trauma
Show_Notes:
• What do you do after it happens? Jim Bennett and trauma expert Dr. Matt Renzi break down the crucial hours and days following violence in the workplace.
• Trauma can silently shape behavior long after an incident.
• Real talk from a Marine-turned-therapist who’s walked both sides
• Guest bio: Dr. Matt Renzi, combat veteran and trauma therapist for front...
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April 23, 2025 • 16 mins
🎙️ ARE WE GOOD? Podcast – Episode 008
Title: AI vs. Human: Who Should Assess the Threat?
🎧 Summary:
In this fast-paced 15-minute episode, host Jim Bennett dives into one of the most urgent questions in workplace and campus safety today: Can artificial intelligence replace human expertise in behavioral threat assessment?
Using a gripping, real-world scenario, Jim walks listeners through a mock threat case involving a university ...
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April 16, 2025 • 21 mins
Most organizations wait until it’s too late. In this episode, threat expert Dr. Saul Jaeger joins Jim Bennett to explore proactive steps you can take now to prevent disaster later. From early warning signs to leadership strategy — this one’s a must-watch.
Guest Bio
Dr. Saul Jaeger retired after 23 years as a captain with the Mountain View Police Department, where he served as second in command. He holds a doctorate in human and or...
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April 9, 2025 • 16 mins
In this eye-opening episode of Are We Good?, Jim Bennett unpacks the hidden blind spots in workplace safety and threat assessment. HR professionals and CEOs will learn the consequences of misidentifying red flags and how organizational culture may unintentionally silence warning signs. Discover how to move beyond checklists into meaningful interventions that could prevent the next tragedy.
👉 Whether you're in human resources, ex...
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April 2, 2025 • 18 mins
Mindy Corporon lost her family to hate, but now teaches leaders how to heal. Meet this inspiring individual in this powerful video. #MindyCorporon
In this moving episode of Are We Good?, Jim Bennett sits down with Mindy Corporon—a CEO and national speaker who turned unimaginable grief into a powerful mission for healing. After losing her son and father in an act of domestic terrorism, Mindy built a blueprint for helping schools, wo...
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March 24, 2025 • 16 mins
In this insightful interview, Dr. Wendy Patrick, (https://wendypatrickphd.com) a career prosecutor and behavioral threat assessment expert, discusses how organizations can recognize and respond to domestic violence affecting their employees.
Dr. Patrick explains that domestic violence often manifests in the workplace through subtle behavioral changes rather than obvious physical signs. She highlights the concept of "coercive contr...
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March 24, 2025 • 16 mins
Violence Prevention Starts with Leadership: Strategies That Actually Work
Show Notes:
Leadership isn’t just about authority—it’s about taking responsibility at every level to prevent violence before it happens. In this episode of Are We Good?, Seth Elliott, a seasoned expert in behavioral threat assessment and leadership, joins Jim Bennett to discuss how leaders at all levels can contribute to a safer environment.
What You’ll Lea...
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March 24, 2025 • 18 mins
📌 Show Notes – Are We Good? | Episode 1
The Future of Threat Assessment is Here—Are You Keeping Up?
🔗 Featuring: Dr. Rebecca Bolante & Jim Bennett
🚀 Join us as we dive into the evolving world of threat assessment, the power of research, and why staying ahead of the curve is more critical than ever.
🔗 Stay informed. Stay prepared. Learn more at Bolante.NET and www.arewegood.net
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March 24, 2025 • 15 mins
A Deep Dive into Physical Security Vulnerability Assessments
🚨 What does it take to truly protect your organization?
In this episode, we break down the essentials of Physical Security Vulnerability Assessments (PSVA)—from safeguarding life and property to protecting your brand from lasting damage.
Jim Bennett shares critical insights on overcoming security blind spots, recognizing threats from impulsive actors vs. calculated p...
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