Criminal Justice Evolution

Patrick Fitzgibbons
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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.

  1. 5D AGO

    MM 337: A Reset, Not a Resolution

    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 EvolutionDecember 29, 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. To inquire about Frontline Focus, my new coaching program – please fill out the form here.

    7 min

  2. 12/22/2025

    MM 336: A Season of Service, Strength, and Support

    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 EvolutionDecember 22, 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. To inquire about Frontline Focus, my new coaching program – please fill out the form here.

    6 min

  3. 12/15/2025

    MM 335: Let me ask you a question

    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 EvolutionDecember 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 reset, refocus, and move forward. Reach out if you’d like to learn more -> 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. To inquire about Frontline Focus, my new coaching program – please fill out the form here.

    7 min

  4. 12/01/2025

    MM 334: Everyday should be your Thanksgiving

    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 EvolutionDecember 1, 2025 I want to let you know I am honored to be featured in a powerful new documentary called See Through The Darkness. This is a film about first responder depression, trauma and suicide. You can find it here ->I am also honored to be featured in a new book called Helping the Helpers: A Clinician's Guide to First Responder Mental Health and Wellness. You can find it on Amazon -> 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. To inquire about Frontline Focus, my new coaching program – please fill out the form here.

    9 min

  5. 11/26/2025

    Pickleball Behind Bars with Roger BelAir

    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 EvolutionEpisode 758November 26th, 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. To inquire about Frontline Focus, my new coaching program – please fill out the form here.

    37 min

  6. 11/24/2025

    MM 333: Holiday Season Blues

    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 EvolutionNovember 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 safe. To inquire about Frontline Focus, my new coaching program – please fill out the form here.

    4 min

  7. 11/12/2025

    Incarceration to Inspiration with Yusef Andre Wiley

    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 EvolutionEpisode 756November 12th, 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. To inquire about Frontline Focus, my new coaching program – please fill out the form here.

    40 min

  8. 11/10/2025

    MM 332: The Comeback Mindset

    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 EvolutionNovember 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 safe. To inquire about Frontline Focus, my new coaching program – please fill out the form here.

    8 min
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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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  • Creator
    Patrick Fitzgibbons
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2025
  • Episodes
    832
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 Criminal Justice Evolution. All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
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