Justice Talks

The Critical Criminologist

Justice Talks is a thought-provoking podcast that brings critical conversations to the forefront of criminal justice. Hosted by Dr. Lori Hall, a criminologist, educator, and advocate for trauma-responsive justice, each episode features candid dialogues with practitioners, scholars, activists, and individuals directly impacted by the system. Through storytelling and informed discussion, Justice Talks explores the intersections of justice, trauma, policy, and reform—challenging listeners to think beyond traditional narratives and reimagine what justice can look like.

  1. 05/28/2025

    Ep. 14 Justice Talks-When Justice=Punishment

    What happens when justice is equated with punishment—and nothing more?In this episode of Justice Talks  @OnJusticeTalks  Dr. Lori L. Hall examines the widespread belief that justice means punishment, and questions what gets lost when accountability is equated with retribution. We explore the cultural, historical, and systemic roots of punitive thinking, and the consequences of a justice system that prioritizes control over healing, repair, or understanding.This episode invites listeners to reflect deeply on the idea that justice isn’t only about consequences—it can be about healing, connection, and meaningful change.#JusticeTalks #JusticeAndPunishment #RetributiveJustice #RestorativeJustice #TraumaInformedJustice #AccountabilityVsPunishment #OnJusticeTalks #JusticeReimagined #fyp #recommended

    43 min

  2. 05/28/2025

    Ep. 13 Justice Talks-Trauma Crime Cycle

    What if crime isn’t just a choice or a bad decision—but a response to unhealed trauma?In this episode of Justice Talks  @OnJusticeTalks  Dr. Lori L. Hall explores the trauma-crime cycle, examining how trauma—especially when left unaddressed—can manifest in behaviors that are criminalized. We discuss how early adversity, emotional pain, and survival responses often shape pathways into the justice system, and why understanding trauma is essential to breaking cycles of harm.This episode invites listeners to rethink crime not only as a violation, but as a symptom of deeper wounds that need healing.#JusticeTalks #TraumaCrimeCycle #CrimeAsTraumaResponse #TraumaInformedJustice #JusticeAndHealing #BreakingTheCycle #OnJusticeTalks #UnderstandingTrauma #fyp #recommended

    46 min

  3. 05/28/2025

    Ep. 12 Justice Talks-Accountability and Fairness in Trauma Responsive Justice

    Can justice be both accountable and compassionate?In this episode of Justice Talks  @OnJusticeTalks  Dr. Lori L. Hall explores the delicate balance between accountability and fairness within a trauma-responsive justice framework. We examine how systems can uphold responsibility without replicating harm, and how fairness must account for the emotional, psychological, and historical wounds individuals carry.This episode invites listeners to rethink justice as more than punishment—one that holds people accountable while honoring the complexity of trauma and the need for healing.#JusticeTalks #TraumaResponsiveJustice #AccountabilityAndFairness #JusticeReimagined #HealingNotHarm #TraumaInformedCare #OnJusticeTalks #RestorativeApproaches #fyp #recommended #criminaljustice #criminaljusticereform

    40 min

  4. 05/28/2025

    Ep. 11 Justice Talks-Accountability and Responsibility in Policing

    What does real accountability in policing look like—and who holds the responsibility?In this episode of Justice Talks  @OnJusticeTalks  Dr. Lori L. Hall explores the intertwined concepts of accountability and responsibility within law enforcement. We examine what it means for officers, departments, and communities to take ownership of actions and outcomes, and how responsibility can be shared without being shifted or avoided.This episode invites honest reflection on the cultural, structural, and ethical shifts needed to create a justice system rooted in transparency, trust, and repair.#JusticeTalks #PoliceAccountability #ResponsibilityInPolicing #JusticeReform #TransparencyAndTrust #EthicsInLawEnforcement #OnJusticeTalks #CommunityJustice #policing #policingreform #fyp #recommended

    56 min

  5. 05/28/2025

    Ep. 10 Racial and Cultural Trauma in Policing

    How does policing retraumatize communities already carrying the weight of racial and cultural harm?In this episode of Justice Talks  @OnJusticeTalks  Dr. Lori L. Hall examines the deep impact of racial and cultural trauma in the context of policing. We explore how historical and ongoing injustices have shaped collective experiences of fear, mistrust, and grief—particularly in Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color.This episode centers the emotional and psychological toll of racialized policing and calls for a justice approach that acknowledges history, honors identity, and promotes healing.#JusticeTalks #RacialTrauma #CulturalTrauma #PolicingAndRace #TraumaInformedJustice #CollectiveHealing #JusticeAndEquity #OnJusticeTalks #fyp #recommended

    52 min

  6. 05/27/2025

    Ep. 9 Justice Talks-Trauma Responsive Policing

    What would policing look like if it centered healing instead of harm?In this episode of Justice Talks  @OnJusticeTalks  Dr. Lori L. Hall explores the concept of trauma-responsive policing—an approach that integrates trauma-informed care into law enforcement practices. We discuss how officers can modify tactics, communication, and engagement strategies to recognize the impact of trauma, reduce re-traumatization, and build trust with communities.This episode offers practical insights into how policing can evolve to meet people with empathy, awareness, and accountability.#JusticeTalks #TraumaResponsivePolicing #TraumaInformedCare #LawEnforcement #CommunityTrust #PolicingReform #JusticeAndHealing #OnJusticeTalks #fyp #recommended

    46 min

  7. 05/27/2025

    Ep. 8 Justice Talks-Use and Abuse in an Avoidant Culture

    What if our culture is built to help us numb, not heal? In this episode of Justice Talks (@OnJusticeTalks), Dr. Lori L. Hall explores how modern culture is structured around avoiding vulnerability, emotional discomfort, and unprocessed trauma. From drugs and alcohol to food, vaping, and endless scrolling, we examine how overconsumption becomes a socially accepted way to escape pain—rather than face it. This episode takes a hard look at the systems and messages that normalize emotional avoidance and asks: What would it look like to feel, instead of flee? #JusticeTalks #AvoidantCulture #UseAndAbuse #EmotionalAvoidance #SubstanceUse #CulturalTrauma #NumbingVsHealing #OnJusticeTalks #fyp #recommended

    58 min

  8. 05/27/2025

    Ep. 7 Justice Talks-Trauma Bonding

    Why do people form deep attachments to those who harm them? In this episode of Justice Talks (@OnJusticeTalks), Dr. Lori L. Hall explores the concept of trauma bonding through the lens of the abuse attachment cycle and the neurophysiological processes that reinforce it. We examine how hormones like cortisol, dopamine, and oxytocin influence emotional dependency, confusion, and loyalty within abusive relationships—making it incredibly difficult to leave. This episode challenges common assumptions about victims and highlights the need for trauma-informed understanding, compassion, and support. #JusticeTalks #TraumaBonding #AbuseAttachmentCycle #NeurobiologyOfTrauma #HormonesAndBehavior #TraumaInformedJustice #OnJusticeTalks #UnderstandingAbuse #fyp #recommended

    54 min
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Justice Talks is a thought-provoking podcast that brings critical conversations to the forefront of criminal justice. Hosted by Dr. Lori Hall, a criminologist, educator, and advocate for trauma-responsive justice, each episode features candid dialogues with practitioners, scholars, activists, and individuals directly impacted by the system. Through storytelling and informed discussion, Justice Talks explores the intersections of justice, trauma, policy, and reform—challenging listeners to think beyond traditional narratives and reimagine what justice can look like.

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