In this insightful episode of the 360 Justice Podcast, host Brian Lee engages in a compelling conversation with Jerry Clayton, former Sheriff of Washtenaw County with 36 years of experience in corrections and police services. They delve into the intricacies of Strategic Inmate Management (SIM), a methodology that has revolutionized justice facility operations. Clayton shares his journey from recognizing inefficiencies as a correctional officer to implementing SIM and transforming correc...

In this gripping episode of the 360 Justice Podcast, host Brian Lee has an enlightening conversation with Colonel James Martin, a 22-year veteran of the Marion County Sheriff's Office and a pivotal figure in its modernization. Promoted to Colonel in 2018, Martin has overseen transformative projects, notably the $575 million Community Justice Campus. Listeners will hear about Martin's hands-on experience in implementing cutting-edge technology, digitizing processes, and streamlining operations...

In this episode of the 360 Justice Podcast, host Brian Lee welcomes Diana Knapp, Director of the Jackson County Detention Center, to explore her impactful three-decade career in criminal justice and her leadership in transforming detention practices. Diana shares her experience spearheading the development of a new, state-of-the-art detention facility in Kansas City and leading a significant shift toward direct supervision, all while managing the challenges of operating an aging jail. A dedic...

In this compelling episode of the 360 Justice Podcast, host Dr. Mary Livers is joined by Sheriff Daron Hall, the visionary leader of Davidson County, Tennessee, and a driving force in criminal justice reform. As the youngest person elected sheriff in Nashville’s history and now its longest-serving, Sheriff Hall shares his remarkable journey spanning over 35 years in law enforcement. He discusses his pioneering work in decriminalizing mental illness through the creation of the first-of-its-kin...

Join host Eli Gage in a special celebratory episode of the 360 Justice Podcast as he sits down with justice pioneers Steve Carter, Bob Goble, and Joe Lee to reflect on CGL's transformative 50-year journey. Dive into an intriguing conversation about the evolution of criminal justice—from embracing the normalization of facilities to integrating cutting-edge technology and addressing staffing challenges. Hear firsthand accounts of groundbreaking projects and learn about how CGL's innovative stra...

In this insightful episode of the 360 Justice Podcast, host Gary Mohr sits down with Dr. Laurel Harry, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, to explore the evolution and impact of unit management within the state's correctional system. With over 25 years of experience in the DOC, Dr. Harry brings a wealth of knowledge, having started her career as a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist and steadily rising through the ranks to her current role. Together, they discuss ...

Join us for a thought-provoking episode of the 360 Justice Podcast, where host Gary Mohr sits down with Dr. James Austin, a leading expert in correctional planning and research. Over the course of his 45-year career, Dr. Austin has profoundly influenced criminal justice operations, from his early days at Joliet and Statesville prisons in Illinois to founding the JFA Institute, which focuses on providing data-driven research and solutions to enhance the effectiveness and fairness of criminal j...

Welcome back to another episode of the 360 Justice podcast, hosted by Joe McKenna. Today, we are joined by Roger Lichtman, Justice Lead, Americas at AECOM. In this episode, Joe and Roger dive deep into Roger's extensive experience in the criminal justice industry. With over 40 years as an architect in this field, Roger shares his insights on the evolution of justice environments and how the industry has changed over time. He also shares his thoughts on the current state of the justice system ...

In this episode of the 360 Justice Podcast, Steve Carter sits down with Anadora Moss, the founder of the Moss Group, a criminal justice consulting firm. Ms. Moss has been at the forefront of implementing the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) and has been instrumental in developing culture change initiatives in the criminal justice system. In this episode, we delve into the origins of PREA and discuss Ms. Moss's thoughts on the current state of the industry, as well as her predictions for the...

In this podcast episode, Brian Lee and Wayne Dicky discuss the importance of meeting the needs of incarcerated individuals and how our assumptions about rule-breaking can hinder effective management. They emphasize that sometimes people break rules to survive, and it's essential to create an environment that addresses those underlying needs. The conversation touches on the concept of direct supervision, highlighting that it's more than just a floor plan—it's a management philosophy and approa...

No matter how prepared a candidate is, the weight of a new correctional director's responsibilities and expectations can seem overwhelming. On this episode of 360 Justice, hosts Eli Gage and Ken McGinnis sit down with Kevin Kempf, Executive Director of the Correctional Leaders Association, a non-profit organization that provides leadership, consulting, and various other services for correctional leaders. Together they explore Kevin’s path that brought him to where he is today, how he managed ...

After nearly a decade of effort and planning, the new Travis County Civil and Family Courts Facility is finally on the road to completion. Travis County Courts Administrative Judge Lora J. Livingston joins hosts Eli Gage and Rob Fisch to recap this project's notorious history, its progressive P3 approach, and the many ways the new facility will improve the justice experience for its community. Judge Livingston will also review the many lessons learned during this enormous endeavor and how the...

All divisions in the criminal justice industry strive to reach positive outcomes for incarcerated people. Some believe that the process for ensuring this outcome is changing dramatically. In this episode of 360 Justice, Dr. Elizabeth Falcon, CEO and founder of nationally recognized consulting and management firm Falcon, joins hosts Eli Gage and Bob Glass to discuss mental health, the power of recognizing trauma, and recognizing the dual-diagnosis patient. Additional Resources: https://cglco...

Did your county fail to meet eligibility for COVID-19 relief funds under the CARES Act? A new recovery plan, the American Rescue Plan (ARP), promises to provide relief to counties that struggled to meet previous government requirements for funding. Together with hosts Eli Gage and Karl Becker, Associate Legislative Director of Tax/Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs for the National Association of Counties (NACo) Eryn Hurley outlines and compares both plans and answers the most pressing que...

This episode of 360 Justice features Eli Gage and Ken McGinnis talking to Gary Mohr, former ACA President and past Director of Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections, about the high pressures correctional staff face and their potential risks regarding the criminal justice system. Gary also delves into the rise of the prison population and the move from a punishment-oriented society toward one driven by rehabilitation, which significantly reduces recidivism. Other Related Content: ...

For the criminal justice industry, the COVID-19 pandemic created endless questions that had no answers. As we approach the one-year mark, 360 Justice hosts Eli Gage and Bob Glass sit down a second time with Maricopa County Deputy Chief Brian Lee to discuss his experiences and challenges over the past year and how Maricopa’s new adaptive intake center has allowed the county to meet the fluctuating changes in population intake and release throughout the pandemic. Additional Resources: https://...

Public Private Partnerships (P3) are one of the fastest-growing alternative delivery methods in the world. In this episode of 360 Justice Podcast, Hunt Companies Senior Vice President Rodney Moss, one of the foremost experts on P3 delivery in the criminal justice industry, joins hosts Eli Gage and Joe Lee to break down the myths that pervade progressive P3 and the benefits that make it an ideal delivery method for projects all across the industry. Other related content: https://www.cglcompan...

Jackson County Circuit Court Judge David Byrn joins hosts Eli Gage and Chloe Jaco to explore the changing thought process of courts, the true value of progressive justice, and the significant impact of Jackson County's Steering Committee. Judge Byrn also outlines his court’s technological solutions for the operational challenges in the new normal and his predictions of the flexible, adaptable justice facilities of the future.

Denver City and County Sheriff Elias Diggins joins co-hosts Eli Gage and April Pottorff to discuss how gender equity drives operational and environmental design in justice facilities. Diggins also dives into effective best practices to shift focus towards gender-responsive, trauma-informed rehabilitation programs and individualized mental health treatment. Additional Resources: Leadership in the Design of Women's Facilities Case Study: https://www.cglcompanies.com/whitepapers/womens-facilit...

In this episode of the 360 Justice Podcast, Eli Gage and Tony Turpin are joined by John Wetzel, Secretary of Corrections for the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, to discuss how his department has used data to drive their response to the current pandemic and inform their approach to population reduction. Wetzel also explores his time as a former warden of Franklin County Jail and how his county was able to reduce operating costs by establishing an effective preventive maintenance progra...