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Analyst Talk with Jason Elder is an interview-based audio show where Jason Elder, a former analyst, interviews experts in the Law Enforcement Analysis Profession. The purpose of the show is to document and share stories of the brilliant minds that support law enforcement every day that almost go unnoticed mainstream. We want to share their ”Words to the World.” Each episode features an expert in varying positions of this analytical world, sharing their experiences, work, and passion. These episodes cover various themes and topics that would be beneficial to a variety of audiences – from casual listeners interested in criminal justice topics to students seeking to enter the field to veteran professionals interested in a different perspective of the field; Analyst Talk with Jason Elder has a little something for everyone. Please see the episode descriptions as well as visit our website to get more information on the individual episodes and guests.

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Episodes (10/10)

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Analyst Talk - Did You Know With Mike Winslow - Hidden Data

Mike Winslow explores the world of hidden data, the overlooked information already sitting in law enforcement systems. From CAD records and field interview cards to modern body-worn camera footage, Mike shares real examples of how uncovering these underused data sources can make or break an investigation. They discuss the importance of collaborating with dispatch, understanding data dictionaries, and asking the right questions to access valuable fields that don’t always make it into analyst databases.

1 day ago

25 minutes

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Analyst Talk - Research Remix - Smart Staffing Strategies

Jason Elder and Jamie Roush tackle one of the biggest issues facing law enforcement agencies today: the police staffing crisis. Drawing from recent research by Wilson and Gramme (2024), Jamie reframes the conversation from simply hiring more officers to rethinking workload-based approaches and smarter deployment. Jamie discusses how analysts can play a crucial role in addressing staffing challenges through data-driven workload analysis, understanding calls for service, and calculating net annual work hours to ensure resources meet community demand. From integrating CAD and GIS data to considering new technologies like AI reporting tools and chatbots, this episode explores actionable strategies to make policing more efficient, equitable, and sustainable.

1 week ago

25 minutes

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Analyst Talk - Real Crime All The Time - AI is a lead

In this fifth installment of the Real Crime All The Time series on Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Nikki North joins Jason to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping the future of Real-Time Crime Centers (RTCCs). Nikki shares firsthand experiences with facial recognition, vehicle detection, and integrated camera systems that accelerate investigations while emphasizing that AI is a lead, not a conclusion.

2 weeks ago

22 minutes

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Analyst Talk - Peggy Pingel - The Mortgage Sleuth Analyst

Certified fraud examiner and IALEIA Treasurer Peggy Pingel shares her remarkable journey from three decades in mortgage banking to over 14 years in law enforcement analysis. Peggy recounts how the 2008 housing crisis sparked her pivot to investigating mortgage fraud with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation and unpacks the complex RICO cases that defined her early career. From unraveling multimillion-dollar scams to serving as second chair in a landmark trial, Peggy discusses the lessons she learned about persistence, data, and intent. She also reflects on her transition into cybercrime,

3 weeks ago

1 hour 14 minutes

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Analyst Talk - John Riegert - Rise of the Crime Analysis Center Network

In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, retired Director of State Operations for New York’s Crime Analysis Center Network, John Riegert, shares how a handful of analysts grew into a statewide intelligence powerhouse connecting 57 counties. Drawing from 40 years in law enforcement, including his time as a captain with Troy PD, John discusses the evolution of crime analysis in New York from data struggles and building legitimacy to creating analyst certifications, promoting leadership opportunities, and balancing privacy with real-time policing needs.

4 weeks ago

1 hour 12 minutes

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Analyst Talk - Before You Leap - Invest in Yourself

In this tenth installment of the Before You Leap series on Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason and Randy explore how analysts can maximize training and certification opportunities. From foundational programs like FIAT to specialized certifications in cyber, financial, and analytic methods, Randy highlights practical strategies for navigating costs, avoiding “certification mills,” and building technical skills like SQL.

1 month ago

29 minutes

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Analyst Talk - Erica Logan - Veterans in Analysis

From Army intelligence to law enforcement analysis, Erica Logan has built a career defined by discipline, adaptability, and service. She shares her transition from military all-source analyst to criminal intelligence work in California, her pivotal “analyst badge” stories, and her experiences teaching with the Defense Intelligence Agency.

1 month ago

1 hour 3 minutes

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Catching Up with Dawn - KPIs + Celebrating Dale Harris’ Lifetime Achievement Award

Jason catches up with Dawn Reeby to dive into the world of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and their role in professionalizing crime analysis. Dawn explains how KPIs can help analysts move beyond “bean counting” and instead measure meaningful impact, build strong infrastructures, and define what success truly looks like in law enforcement analysis.

1 month ago

34 minutes

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Analyst Talk - Angie Stroda - From Corporate World to Crime Analysis

Angie Stroda shares her unique path from the corporate world to law enforcement, where she now applies decades of analytical and data skills to public safety. We dive into her work building Excel dashboards, teaching herself GIS, and analyzing jail calls that have uncovered critical evidence. Angie also walks us through her career-defining case involving an ATM jackpotting series, where she used license plate readers and facial recognition tools to help track down an organized crew. From near-repeat analysis of property crimes to the power of jail call intelligence, Angie offers practical insights for analysts of any level.

1 month ago

1 hour 15 minutes

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Analyst Talk - Sara Lee - Gaming, Growth, and Giving Back

Jason sits down with Sarah Lee, Senior Crime Analyst with the Vancouver Police Department, to explore her 20-year journey in law enforcement analysis. From her early days in immigration enforcement to working on Canada’s most infamous serial killer case, Sarah shares how she navigated massive investigations, mastered complex data analysis, and helped shape modern crime analysis practices. We also discuss her transition from homicide to organized crime asset forfeiture, her passion for teaching future analysts, and her role as IALEIA’s newly elected Secretary.

2 months ago

1 hour 12 minutes