Criminal Justice Evolution (CJEvolution) - Hosted by Patrick Fitzgibbons

Hello everyone and welcome back to episode 95. In this episode, Patrick talks with best selling author Heather Mac Donald. Heather is the Thomas W. Smith Fellow at the Manhattan Institutue and a contributing editor of City Journal, where she reports on crime, culture, race and education. She is the Author of "Are Cops Racist" and "The War of Cops". The United States Congress has asked her to testify on sentencinig reform, policing and immigration and she is frequently invited on Fox News, CNN and other TV and radio programs.  Enjoy this great show. Check out Heather here: https://www.manhattan-institute.org/ Check out her books on Amazon. You can also find her latest book "The War on Cops" here: https://www.amazon.com/War-Cops-Attack-Order-Everyone/dp/1594038759/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1493076883&sr=8-1&keywords=Heather+Mac+Donald   Check out this episode and other episodes at www.cjevolution.net   Patrick       

Hello everyone and welcome back. In this episode Patrick talks about developing the right mindset for success. We all have setbacks and disappointments in our lives, but we have to do a better job at moving forward on not letting those dark days consume us. Patrick talks about the 7 ways to build a successul mindset, and to be more positive.  Check out the article here: http://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/straightforward-formula-for-living-your-success.html   Check out the CJEvolution website at www.cjevoluiton.net Thank you.   Patrick 

Hello everyone and welcome back. In this episode Patrick talks about how more and more people are defying police officers and not complying with commands or orders by police. Patrick talks about the recent incident involving a Fort Collins Colorado Police Officer using force to make an arrest of a 22 year old female college student. The 22 year old assaulted and obstructed the police officer from doing his duty, and now asserts she is the victim in all this. She also states she is afraid for her safety from the police.  Policing in an era of defiance is a very difficult job to do. Check ou the video here: http://www.denverpost.com/2017/04/08/video-shows-fort-collins-officer-throwing-a-woman-to-the-ground-during-arrest/   Check out more episodes at www.cjevolution.net   Patrick   

Hello everyone and welcome back. In this episode, Patrick talks about how to get rid of the negative and toxic people in your life, because we all have them. Sometimes its hard because those same people are family, or they are really close friends. It's not about love, or not caring - You can love or care from afar. check out this useful information.  Stay safe link the the article http://www.thelawofattraction.com/8-toxic-people-just-get-rid/ Check out the website at: www.cjevolution.net   Patrick 

Hello eveyone and welcome back to CJ Evolution. This is episode 91, and Patrick is talking about investing in yourself. In order to get anywhere in this this life, you have to invest in yourself. Take control of where you are going! It all starts with you.  Thank you for listening, and the continued support.  www.cjevolution.net   Patrick 

Hello everyone and welcome back to Episode 90!. In this episode Patrick talks with financial expert Damion Lupo. Over the last quarter century Damion has started and owned more than 30 different companies including an insurance agency, a precious metals firm, a venture capital company, a financial consulting firm, and more than a dozen real estate investment and development companies.  Everyone in criminal justice will retire someday - Damion can help you do it comfortably! A great listen. Find Damion here twitter.com/damionlupo linkedin.com/in/damionlupo totalcontrolfinancial.com/our-team/damion_lupo/ Dlupo@totalcontrolfinancial.com 512-646-1796   Check out the website at www.cjevolution.net   Patrick 

Hello everyone and welcome back. In this episode, Patrick gets the opportunity to chat with Kari Granger. She is an executive leadership coach, educator and performance consultant. She is also a fellow of the Center for Character and Leadership Development at the United States Air Force Academy. A former military officer, Kari led her teams with excellence through a wide range of operational challenges both in garrison, and in combat.  A great chat. Find Kari here: https://karigranger.com/ @karigranger check out the CJEvolution website at: www.cjevolution.net   Patrick   

Hello everyone and welcome back. In this episode Patrick talks with Hans Finzel. Dr. Finzel is a successful author, speaker and trusted authority in the field of leadership. For 20 years he led international no-profit WorldVenture, serving in over 65 countries. Today he serves as President of HD Leaders. Hans speaks and writes on practical leadership principles from the real world- not just the classroom. He has written ten books, including his best seller " The Top Ten Mistakes Leaders Make". A great listen. Check out Hans here: www.hansfinzel.com @hansfinzel  www.hansfinzel.com/feed/ Youtube.com/hansfinzel Facebook - HansFinzel Linkedin - Hans Finzel Patrick 

Hello everyone and welcome back. In this episode, Patrick talks about the benefits of meditation. Those of us in Criminal Justice can have very stressful jobs. Patrick talks about 8 ways meditation can improve your life, and help you in your job.  Check the article out here: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/09/19/meditation-benefits_n_5842870.html   Check out episodes at:   www.cjevolution.net   Patrick 

Hello everyone and welcome back. In this episode Patrick talks about the topic of "Change." No one likes change but change is often needed not from an individual standpoint, but often for an organization. That last thing a department needs to be is stagnant.  When this happens nothing grows. Change is going to happen with or without you. What type of person are going to be when change happens? Enjoy - Check out the website at: www.cjevolution.net   Patrick 

Hello everyone and welcome back to episode 85. On the show, Patrick talks with former police officer Terence Herrick. Terrence is the creator of the successful show called the PoliceAcademy Podcast. Terence and Patrick talk about varioius topics that affect law enforcement professionals and changes that need to happen in the future. A good listen. You can find the podcast here: https://www.policeacademypodcast.com/podcast/ @policeacademypc   Check out the CJEvolution Site at  www.cjevolution.net   Patrick   

Hello everyone and welcome back. In this episode Patrick talks about a recent article in PoliceOne - Critical Lessons to live by - by Contributor Ron Avery. Officer safety is paramount and we all need to realize that we all are targets - Make yourself a hard target! Officers also need to remain vigilant when it comes to safety not only in their professional duties, but also in their private lives.  Check out the article here: https://www.policeone.com/police-products/firearms/training/articles/8540571-Officer-safety-in-the-modern-age-10-critical-lessons-to-live-by/ Check out the CJevolution website: www.cjevolution.net Be safe- Patrick   

Hello everyone and welcome back. In this episode, Patrick gives some tips and suggestions to new officers as they embark on their FTO (Field Training Officer) program. In essence, this is an essential program that teaches new officerrs to become good and effective police officers. Every officer has gone through an FTO program. They are designed to be tough, but informative. The goal is to get the officer comfortable to go out on his or her own. Some people make it through and some don't.  Here is some good information to make sure you get off on the right foot. Check out the website at  www.cjevolution.net   Patrick 

Hello and welcome back everyone.  In this episode Patrick talks about a recent PoliceOne article called 20 golden principles for prevailing on the street. Great information by Lt. Dan Marcou - A decorated veteran officer and internationally-recognized police trainer. Check it out here: https://www.policeone.com/Officer-Safety/articles/319405006-20-golden-principles-for-prevailing-on-the-street/   Check out the CJEvolution website: www.cjevolution.net   Stay safe Patrick 

Hello everyone and welcome back. Happy St. Patricks Day. In this episode Patrick talks about the ongoing debate over drugs and incraceration rates. There is no doubt that many people are incarcerated for non violent drug offenses. Should they be there? There are many out there that have the mindset that people should be able to put anything in their body without government interference, and they shouldn't be locked up.  Patrick gives his opionion on some of these issues.  Check out all the episodes here:  www.cjevolution.net   Patrick