31 episodes
Policing In America Tom Datro
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- Society & Culture
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5.0 • 30 Ratings
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Welcome to Policing in America – a podcast about race and policing: the good, the bad and the ugly. The goal? To have, at times, uncomfortable conversations to spark positive change. Your host is currently the Officer in Charge of a unit that creates, delivers and maintains police training in the largest urban police department on the west coast of America: Sergeant Tom Datro.
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Is POLICE CULTURE the problem? Dr. Frank Tortorello (Cultural Anthrpologist) shares his insights
In this episode, I continue my post-Memphis series with Dr. Frank Tortorello. Dr. Tortorello is a trained and educated cultural anthropologist, author, researcher, and strategist. Dr. Tortorello has a number of articles and his book can be found here https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B08N6R8F44&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_P81GM772XRDZAXDCP72P
Is it police culture or personal choice? Is it individual values or organizational pressures?
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Is there MEDIA BIAS when it comes to Policing- A conversation with Leslie Marshall
Democratic Strategist, nationally syndicated radio host, and FOX News contributor Leslie Marshall and I discuss what many in policing see as a no-brainer. Media Bias when it comes to covering the police. Leslie is known for her honesty and fair perspective. Hear what she has to say about this topic and the racism in America today.
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Better Policing starts with understanding Neuroscience Education
Stafanie Faye is a neuroscience specialist who has worked with Google, Stanford, UC San Diego Medical school, the Department of Defense, the Canada School of Public Service, and many more.
To learn more about this incredible woman please visit her website here https://stefaniefaye.com/
In this episode, Stefanie and I discuss a wide range of policing issues and how a better understanding of neuroscience will improve policing.
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Are we OVER-Punishing criminals ?
Elizabeth Franklen-Best, a 20-year attorney, has been reversing criminal convictions for 15-plus years. We discuss a component on the Criminal Justice system that does not get as much attention as policing; criminal sentencing. Elizabeth is a pragmatic, intelligent, attorney who values public safety. She also fights for those who many have written off; the incarcerated. It was a pleasure to talk with Elizabeth and hear her perspective on how one part of the justice system can be improved and why it needs to be.
https://elizabethfranklinbest.com/about-attorney/
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Policing's False Narrative - and the deadly consequences
Peter Kirsanow is a distinguished US Commission on Civil Rights member and a practicing attorney. Mr. Kirsanow believes data should drive public policy, not emotions, not feelings, and certainly not the media.
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Bias Policing with Jessica Nordell
Sgt Tom speaks with Jessica Nordell about the social and cognitive phenomena of bias.
Can police departments foster trust and legitimacy with those they are sworn to protect and serve through a better understanding of bias? Are the right incentives in place to encourage fair and just policing?
To learn more about Jessica and her amazing work please visit https://www.jessicanordell.com/
Customer Reviews
Great Conversations
A really great podcast that offers the perspective of what it’s really like to police officer but also acknowledges the need for improvement and change. Keep up the great work Sgt Tom.
Thoughtful and courageous conversations that make you think
Tom and his guests do an outstanding job breaking down tough and courageous conversations. They really got me thinking and reflecting on the real issues that impact all of us.
Tough subject
This podcast has been great to listen too. Finally get to talk with both or all parties about sides both of a tough subject. Tom has done an awesome job to bridge the divide and open up the conversation on all sides. Love to hear more!!! Continue the good work.