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Tenure of Office: November 13, 1817 - March 4, 1829 After making a name for himself in some high profile cases as well as his literary endeavors, William Wirt became the 9th US Attorney General and would ultimately prove to be the longest-serving person in that post to date. What did he contribute to the two administrations that he served and how did he transform the office of Attorney General? Join me and my special guest, Howard Dorre of Plodding Through the Presidents, as we explore Wirt's Cabinet tenure. Sources used for this episode can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Judges hold tremendous power in the American criminal justice system, and possibly more power than we realize. In this episode of Crime and the Courtroom, John Collins shares his thoughts about a trend being encountered by expert witnesses whose testimony is being limited or controlled by judges. In some cases, the identification of latent prints or firearms is being rejected, and judges are instead instructing expert witnesses on what they can or cannot say. Is this even permissible? John also discusses what he describes as “the nuclear option,” a tactic that judges could adopt, if they chose to, that could force the reorganization and restructuring of the forensic science profession in the United States. This is an episode you won't want to miss. Issues on Trial - Tell us what you think about this issue   Season:  5 Episode:  99 Duration:  1:08:40 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel   FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification   REFERENCED RESOURCES On Being a Scientist - 3rd Edition United States v. Mitchell Brandon Mayfield Case ACE-V Method ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan.   For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

In this episode of Crime and the Courtroom, host John Collins is joined by colleagues Dr. Pamela Marshall, Julie Sikorsky, and Dr. Ray Wickenheiser to discuss their ongoing collaboration, the Forensic Leadership Alliance. The group reflects on their shared work since 2020 in providing leadership development opportunities for forensic scientists, with a focus on coaching, mentorship, and team empowerment. The conversation covers key leadership challenges facing forensic laboratories, including funding instability, cultural dynamics, and professional development. The episode also includes planning updates for their upcoming November workshop at the ISHI 2025 Symposium in Palm Beach, where they will lead sessions on managing uncertainty, fostering leadership, and mentoring the next generation of forensic professionals. Issues on Trial - Tell us what you think Season:  5 Episode:  98 Duration:  1:09:52 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification REFERENCED RESOURCES To set up a coaching session at ISHI 2025, please email John at the address provided. Please include your name, agency, and topics that our team can help you with. ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

Scandals at all Levels of LeadershipWhen the former US Attorney General, the current state attorney general, the Tulsa Emergency Mgmt. Director, and the Tulsa District Attorney are all in the news.Eddie discusses Social Security, followed by a debate with Dave, about the inequities in the mandatory 'contributions' charts.Then we finish the show with a long-time listener, Alto tells his story of immigration to the US, and he weighs in on a few more current news stories.AUDIOVIDEOCatch all our shows at www.FreshBlack.CoffeeConnect with us at www.facebook.com/freshblackcoffeeOur audio podcast is at https://feeds.feedburner.com/thefreshblackcoffeepodcastOur video podcast is at https://feeds.feedburner.com/freshblackcoffee/videocastWatch the video on our YouTube channel, Facebook, website, or with your podcasting app.   We record the show every Saturday and release it later the same day.Jeff Davis commentary appears courtesy of www.theThoughtZone.comClick here to watch this episode »

John Collins examines the growing challenges facing U.S. forensic science laboratories as federal funding programs come under political pressure in Washington. Drawing on decades of experience as a former laboratory administrator and current leadership coach, Collins explores how dependence on federal grants has affected laboratory budgets, priorities, and culture—particularly in agencies where labs are managed by police commanders. He outlines the risks of “supplanting,” the importance of independent budget planning, and offers five practical recommendations for law enforcement leaders to better support their forensic operations. This candid discussion provides valuable insight for scientists, administrators, policymakers, and anyone interested in the health and integrity of forensic science in America. Issues on Trial - Tell us what you think about this issue Season:  5 Episode:  97 Duration:  41:28 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification REFERENCED RESOURCES Consortium of Forensic Science Organizations   ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

In this episode of Crime and the Courtroom, host John Collins speaks with Tom Arnold, a leading expert in digital evidence and cyber crime investigation. Mr. Arnold has led major breach investigations involving thousands of servers and has advised agencies including the U.S. Secret Service. He currently teaches at San Jose State University and the University of Nevada Las Vegas, where he helps develop academic programs in digital forensics and cybersecurity. In addition to his technical work, Tom recently authored The Digital Detective: First Intervention, a novel designed to teach cybersecurity principles to young readers. This conversation covers the evolving nature of cyber threats, the role of digital evidence in modern investigations, and what professionals and everyday citizens alike need to know to protect themselves in an increasingly digital world. Season:  5 Episode:  96 Duration:  54:35 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification REFERENCED RESOURCES Visit Tom Arnold Buy Tom's Book ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

In this episode, John Collins provides a thought-provoking and direct follow-up to episode #94, which covered the Oregon appellate court ruling in State v. Adams. In Adams, the court rejected the science of firearm identification and reversed the conviction. John explains the recent historical forces that have made forensic science a target of criminal justice reform activists, while providing encouragement to forensic practitioners in maintaining their professionalism and credibility as expert witnesses. He also calls out what he describes as “courtroom science activists” who've made it a professional mission to eliminate credible, legitimate forensic methods from America's courtrooms. In doing so, he poses a daunting question to these activists: Should James Fulton Foster, the innocent man whose conviction was overturned thanks to a firearm identification, been put to death? Season:  5 Episode:  95 Duration:  1:05:33 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification REFERENCED RESOURCES Episode Transcript (PDF) Article by Oregonian/Oregon Live Court Ruling in State v. Adams Book: Crime Lab Report James Fulton Foster Exoneration (News Archive) James Fulton Foster (National Registry of Exonerations) Article: The Wrongful Conviction of Forensic Science Article: Contextual Contamination of Forensic Evidence by Post Conviction Litigators 2009 NRC Report on Forensic Science 2016 PCAST Report on Forensic Feature Comparison Methods The Innocence Project ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

SPECIAL EPISODE: In a June 2025 decision, the Oregon Court of Appeals delivered a controversial ruling on forensic evidence admissibility in State v. Adams, a case involving a 2018 shooting in Portland. The ruling has been interpreted and reported as a categorical rejection of the method of linking spent shell casings to a particular firearm—commonly used for decades. The court argued that the State failed to establish the scientific validity of the method under Oregon's rules of evidence. In this special edition of Crime and the Courtroom, John Collins shares his thoughts on the ruling, how important it is, and what it might mean for the future of not only firearm identification, but of all of the forensic pattern identification disciplines.  Season:  5 Episode:  94 Duration:  29:31 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification REFERENCED RESOURCES Article by Oregonian/Oregon Live Court Ruling in State v. Adams ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

In this coaching session with John Collins, we explore specific priorities and strategies for developing professionals who give courtroom testimony as a part of their normal responsibilities. This episode is useful for accelerating the development of all kinds of expert witnesses, especially forensic laboratory scientists and administrators. Season:  5 Episode:  93 Duration:  48:06 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification REFERENCED RESOURCES None ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, Blue Moon Spirits Fridays, is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, Trump lost four court cases within hours of each other.Then, on the rest of the menu, Trump's surgeon general pick criticizes others' conflicts but profits from wellness product sales that puts money in her own pocket; a jury awarded a California prosecutor $3 million after she was forced out of her position; and, seventy law professors, attorneys and former Florida Supreme Court justices filed a Florida Bar complaint accusing Pam Bondi of ‘misconduct' as US Attorney General.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where China issued warrants for Taiwanese hackers and banned a business for pro-independence links; and, the private lunar lander from Japan crashed into the moon in a failed mission.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!“Structural linguistics is a bitterly divided and unhappy profession, and a large number of its practitioners spend many nights drowning their sorrows in Ouisghian Zodahs.” ― Douglas Adams "The Restaurant at the End of the Universe"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Today on America in the Morning  Musk Calls Budget Bill “Disgusting Abomination” The White House defended the President Trump-endorsed "big, beautiful bill" Tuesday after outgoing DOGE chief Elon Musk shocked Washington with his criticism of the budget plan, calling the legislation a "disgusting abomination."  As Ed Donahue reports, this has left a number of GOP members of Congress alarmed, with very thin margins in the House and Senate for the bill's passage.   Colorado Terror Suspect's Family Taken By ICE Federal authorities said Tuesday that they have taken custody of the family of the man accused of injuring at least a dozen people at a Colorado demonstration to support Israeli hostages in Gaza and are expediting their deportation from the United States.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on more that has been learned about the suspect in the terror attack, and the local reaction in Boulder.   Fungus Smugglers Busted A couple from China have been arrested, charged with smuggling a toxic fungus described as an agro-terrorism weapon to a lab at the University of Michigan.  The details from Lisa Dwyer.   Latest In New Orleans Escapee Case One of two remaining fugitives who escaped a New Orleans jail last month is linked to a video making the rounds on social media.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.    Hegseth Orders Ship Name Change Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the renaming of a U.S. Navy ship named after San Francisco gay rights activist Harvey Milk.   Latest In The Diddy Trial A courtroom outburst and testimony from a hotel security guard highlighted Tuesday's proceedings at Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports.      DC Reaction To Musk Budget Comments Just a few days ago, Elon Musk said he was “disappointed” in the federal spending measure that the President has labeled “The Big Beautiful Bill.” Now Musk is using far stronger words to describe the budget championed by Donald Trump.  Details and reaction from correspondent Rich Johnson.   Latest On The Iran Nuclear Deal The Trump administration is doubling down on a social media post by the President this week surrounding a nuclear deal with Iran.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.     NJ Mayor Sues US Attorney The mayor of New Jersey's largest city is taking that state's US Attorney General to court.  Correspondent Sue Aller reports on claims of malicious prosecution levied by Newark Mayor Ras Baraka against Alina Habba.   What's In The Formula The government wants to know exactly what is in baby formula, and has ordered a special review.  Correspondent Donna Warder report.  Finally  It's a history-making week for an iconic American symbol.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports on the 100th anniversary of the Goodyear Blimp.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this coaching session with John Collins, we discuss the problem of placing our trust in subject-matter experts in a time when it seems that integrity has gone out of style. John offers some solutions and strategies for how to be more effective in screening the individual expertise, competence, and character of individuals who claim to be experts. Season:  5 Episode:  92 Duration:  42:06 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification REFERENCED RESOURCES Everyone is Cheating Their Way Through College (Article) ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

Jacqueline Helfgott is the Director of the Crime and Justice Research Center at Seattle University and the author of “Copycat Crime: How Media, Technology, and Digital Culture Inspire Criminal Behavior and Violence.” In this episode, Dr. Helfgott speaks with John Collins about the subject of psychopathy and how prevalent it is across the human population. They also discuss how psychopaths come into being, and whether or not the disorder can be treated. Season:  5 Episode:  91 Duration:  56:00 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification REFERENCED RESOURCES Jacqueline Helfgott at University of Seattle Jackqueline Helfgott Author's Page ABOUT YOUR HOSTJohn Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

He is actively shaping the Department of Justice around his personal priorities. We as a nation are witnessing this shameful President not serve the people and the disgraceful Attorney General not uphold the law.  We are ready to Clapback and Get the Facts.  https://sistersleadsistersvote.org/

He is actively shaping the Department of Justice around his personal priorities. We as a nation are witnessing this shameful President not serve the people and the disgraceful Attorney General not uphold the law.  We are ready to Clapback and Get the Facts.  https://sistersleadsistersvote.org/

John Collins speaks with Jeff Asher, a data-analytics expert and Substack writer specializing in - as Jeff puts it - crime, data, and crime data. Jeff has an impressive history working in the Department of Defense and the CIA, among others. In this episode, John and Jeff discuss the measurement of crime in the United States, how it is done, and the challenges that exist in collecting, analyzing, and reporting this data as efficiently and accurately as possible. Season:  5 Episode:  90 Duration: 32:06 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification REFERENCED RESOURCES AH Data Analytics Subscribe to Jeff Asher's Substack ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan.   For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

Nancy La Vigne is the Dean of the Rutgers School of Criminal Justice, based at the campus in Newark, New Jersey. In this episode of Crime and the Courtroom, John Collins and Dr. La Vigne discuss her new responsibilities at Rutgers, as well as contemporary priorities in criminal justice research, technology, and education. Dr. La Vigne also shares her experiences as the former director of the National Institute of Justice, and what it's been like for her to return home to her alma mater, where she now leads the same school where she received her doctorate degree in 1996.    Season:  5 Episode:  89 Duration: 45:04 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification REFERENCED RESOURCES Rutgers School of Criminal Justice ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

In this episode, John Collins builds on the themes and recommendations covered in episode 87, with regards to forensic laboratory accreditation and its strengths and limitations. Seven policy priorities are discussed to help forensic science laboratories, their parent agencies, and their jurisdictions prevent instances of catastrophic misconduct before they happen. Season:  5 Episode:  88 Duration: 1:00:18 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification REFERENCED RESOURCES Article: A Reality Check on Crime Lab Backlogs ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

President Trump and his team continue to test the boundaries of the US Constitution, from detaining students on visas due to their speech, to repeatedly floating the idea of a third term. Among his many executive orders, Trump has targeted major practices and their lawyers. Alberto Gonzales is the former White House Counsel to George W. Bush and the former US Attorney General, who warned in September that he viewed Trump as "perhaps the most serious threat to the rule of law in a generation." He joins the show.  Also on today's show: Idit Ohel, mother of Israeli hostage Alon Ohel; Justin Levitt, Professor, Loyola Law School / Former Senior Policy Adviser for Democracy & Voting Rights, Biden Administration  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Netflix's confronting new series Adolescence has everyone talking about how young boys are being exposed to dangerous online ideologies and incel culture. But beyond just highlighting the problem, what can actually be done to protect our kids from this digital rabbit hole? And in headlines today, the US Attorney General has ordered prosecutors to seek the death penalty in the Luigi Mangione case; The Trump administration is considering a 20% tariff on almost all goods entering the US; Victims of con woman Melissa Caddick secure a further $3.5 million as they continue to claw back the $23 million they lost; One of the dozens of cases against Sean Diddy Combs has been dismissed after the plaintiff refused to file under her real name. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to This Glorious Mess here Tell us what's important to you this election: Take the Mamamia Votes survey here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Simone Heng, Human Connection Specialist & Author of Let's Talk About Loneliness Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The backlash to Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s alliance is hitting Tesla hard. From boycotts and protests to attacks on cars, showrooms and charging stations, the company’s stock is plummeting. The US Attorney General and Trump called the attacks “domestic terrorism”. What’s driving the fallout, and what impact will it have? In this episode: Bobby Allyn (@BobbyAllyn), NPR tech correspondent Jen Cousins, Tesla Takedown activist Episode credits: This episode was produced by Sarí el-Khalili, Sonia Bhagat, and Tamara Khandaker, with Ashish Malhotra, Hanah Shokeir, Melanie Marich, Remas Alhawari, Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, and our guest host, Kevin Hirten. It was edited by Noor Wazwaz. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editor is Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad Al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Instagram, X, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

John Collins answers an email from an audience member who wonders: What's the point of accreditation if a catastrophic failure or major act of misconduct can still happen under the radar. Season:  5 Episode:  87 Duration: 35:57 YOUTUBE CHANNELSMain Podcast Channel Highlights Channel   FROM OUR SPONSORLearn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification   REFERENCED RESOURCES CBS News News Report on Yvonne Woods Book: HR Management in the Forensic Science Laboratory Article: The Wrongful Conviction of Forensic Science   ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan.   For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

Caitlin Burchill is an investigative reporter with NBC Connecticut and a proud member of the production team that created the documentary, Traces of Doubt: The Forensics of Dr. Henry Lee, which is now available in its entirety on YouTube. Caitlin speaks with John Collins about her life and career as an investigative reporter, and sheds light on her investigation of famed but now controversial forensic expert, Dr. Henry Lee. Season:   5 Episode:  86 Duration: 40:30 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification   REFERENCED RESOURCES Traces of Doubt: The Forensics of Dr. Henry Lee Caitlin Burchill at NBC Connecticut ABOUT YOUR HOSTJohn Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more information and resources, please visit www.criticalvictories.com

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The MacBreak Weekly crew discusses the latest Apple rumors and news, including the impending iPhone SE release, a potential new M4 MacBook, and the brief integration of Netflix with Apple TV. The panel also debates Apple Intelligence's importance in the overall Apple ecosystem. • Rumors suggest Apple may soon release an updated iPhone SE, possibly called the iPhone 16E, with an A18 chip to support Apple Intelligence • Speculation about a redesigned iPhone 17 with a camera bar similar to Google Pixel phones • Apple's progress in Apple Intelligence and its potential impact on various aspects of the ecosystem. • The brief integration of Netflix with the Apple TV app, which was quickly pulled back, possibly due to ongoing negotiations or a planned rollout • A potential new 27-inch mini-LED backlit Studio Display and updates to the MacBook Air with an M4 chip. • China's efforts to hamper iPhone production in India by tightening control over key technologies and limiting engineer travel • TikTok is back on app stores after a letter from the US Attorney General, though the hosts question if the letter provides sufficient reassurance • Apple is finally letting users merge two Apple IDs to consolidate purchases, though the process has many caveats and limitations • The panel's perspective on the iPad vs. Mac debate, inspired by Matt Gemmell's article detailing his switch back to the Mac after 8 years of iPad-only use • The NBA's updated Apple Vision Pro app features a 3D tabletop view, offering an immersive experience for fans • Apple Intelligence, a new Spatial showcase app, and an enhanced Guest mode are rumored to be coming to the Vision Pro with the visionOS 2.4 update as soon as April Picks of the Week: • Andy's Pick: Tom Bihn Synapse 25 Backpack • Jason's Pick: Bellroy Transit Workpack • Leo's Pick: TUMI Backpacks • Alex's Pick: Tactical 5.11 Rush24 Backpack Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zscaler.com/security 1password.com/macbreak cachefly.com/twit

The MacBreak Weekly crew discusses the latest Apple rumors and news, including the impending iPhone SE release, a potential new M4 MacBook, and the brief integration of Netflix with Apple TV. The panel also debates Apple Intelligence's importance in the overall Apple ecosystem. • Rumors suggest Apple may soon release an updated iPhone SE, possibly called the iPhone 16E, with an A18 chip to support Apple Intelligence • Speculation about a redesigned iPhone 17 with a camera bar similar to Google Pixel phones • Apple's progress in Apple Intelligence and its potential impact on various aspects of the ecosystem. • The brief integration of Netflix with the Apple TV app, which was quickly pulled back, possibly due to ongoing negotiations or a planned rollout • A potential new 27-inch mini-LED backlit Studio Display and updates to the MacBook Air with an M4 chip. • China's efforts to hamper iPhone production in India by tightening control over key technologies and limiting engineer travel • TikTok is back on app stores after a letter from the US Attorney General, though the hosts question if the letter provides sufficient reassurance • Apple is finally letting users merge two Apple IDs to consolidate purchases, though the process has many caveats and limitations • The panel's perspective on the iPad vs. Mac debate, inspired by Matt Gemmell's article detailing his switch back to the Mac after 8 years of iPad-only use • The NBA's updated Apple Vision Pro app features a 3D tabletop view, offering an immersive experience for fans • Apple Intelligence, a new Spatial showcase app, and an enhanced Guest mode are rumored to be coming to the Vision Pro with the visionOS 2.4 update as soon as April Picks of the Week: • Andy's Pick: Tom Bihn Synapse 25 Backpack • Jason's Pick: Bellroy Transit Workpack • Leo's Pick: TUMI Backpacks • Alex's Pick: Tactical 5.11 Rush24 Backpack Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zscaler.com/security 1password.com/macbreak cachefly.com/twit

The MacBreak Weekly crew discusses the latest Apple rumors and news, including the impending iPhone SE release, a potential new M4 MacBook, and the brief integration of Netflix with Apple TV. The panel also debates Apple Intelligence's importance in the overall Apple ecosystem. • Rumors suggest Apple may soon release an updated iPhone SE, possibly called the iPhone 16E, with an A18 chip to support Apple Intelligence • Speculation about a redesigned iPhone 17 with a camera bar similar to Google Pixel phones • Apple's progress in Apple Intelligence and its potential impact on various aspects of the ecosystem. • The brief integration of Netflix with the Apple TV app, which was quickly pulled back, possibly due to ongoing negotiations or a planned rollout • A potential new 27-inch mini-LED backlit Studio Display and updates to the MacBook Air with an M4 chip. • China's efforts to hamper iPhone production in India by tightening control over key technologies and limiting engineer travel • TikTok is back on app stores after a letter from the US Attorney General, though the hosts question if the letter provides sufficient reassurance • Apple is finally letting users merge two Apple IDs to consolidate purchases, though the process has many caveats and limitations • The panel's perspective on the iPad vs. Mac debate, inspired by Matt Gemmell's article detailing his switch back to the Mac after 8 years of iPad-only use • The NBA's updated Apple Vision Pro app features a 3D tabletop view, offering an immersive experience for fans • Apple Intelligence, a new Spatial showcase app, and an enhanced Guest mode are rumored to be coming to the Vision Pro with the visionOS 2.4 update as soon as April Picks of the Week: • Andy's Pick: Tom Bihn Synapse 25 Backpack • Jason's Pick: Bellroy Transit Workpack • Leo's Pick: TUMI Backpacks • Alex's Pick: Tactical 5.11 Rush24 Backpack Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zscaler.com/security 1password.com/macbreak cachefly.com/twit

The MacBreak Weekly crew discusses the latest Apple rumors and news, including the impending iPhone SE release, a potential new M4 MacBook, and the brief integration of Netflix with Apple TV. The panel also debates Apple Intelligence's importance in the overall Apple ecosystem. • Rumors suggest Apple may soon release an updated iPhone SE, possibly called the iPhone 16E, with an A18 chip to support Apple Intelligence • Speculation about a redesigned iPhone 17 with a camera bar similar to Google Pixel phones • Apple's progress in Apple Intelligence and its potential impact on various aspects of the ecosystem. • The brief integration of Netflix with the Apple TV app, which was quickly pulled back, possibly due to ongoing negotiations or a planned rollout • A potential new 27-inch mini-LED backlit Studio Display and updates to the MacBook Air with an M4 chip. • China's efforts to hamper iPhone production in India by tightening control over key technologies and limiting engineer travel • TikTok is back on app stores after a letter from the US Attorney General, though the hosts question if the letter provides sufficient reassurance • Apple is finally letting users merge two Apple IDs to consolidate purchases, though the process has many caveats and limitations • The panel's perspective on the iPad vs. Mac debate, inspired by Matt Gemmell's article detailing his switch back to the Mac after 8 years of iPad-only use • The NBA's updated Apple Vision Pro app features a 3D tabletop view, offering an immersive experience for fans • Apple Intelligence, a new Spatial showcase app, and an enhanced Guest mode are rumored to be coming to the Vision Pro with the visionOS 2.4 update as soon as April Picks of the Week: • Andy's Pick: Tom Bihn Synapse 25 Backpack • Jason's Pick: Bellroy Transit Workpack • Leo's Pick: TUMI Backpacks • Alex's Pick: Tactical 5.11 Rush24 Backpack Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zscaler.com/security 1password.com/macbreak cachefly.com/twit

The MacBreak Weekly crew discusses the latest Apple rumors and news, including the impending iPhone SE release, a potential new M4 MacBook, and the brief integration of Netflix with Apple TV. The panel also debates Apple Intelligence's importance in the overall Apple ecosystem. • Rumors suggest Apple may soon release an updated iPhone SE, possibly called the iPhone 16E, with an A18 chip to support Apple Intelligence • Speculation about a redesigned iPhone 17 with a camera bar similar to Google Pixel phones • Apple's progress in Apple Intelligence and its potential impact on various aspects of the ecosystem. • The brief integration of Netflix with the Apple TV app, which was quickly pulled back, possibly due to ongoing negotiations or a planned rollout • A potential new 27-inch mini-LED backlit Studio Display and updates to the MacBook Air with an M4 chip. • China's efforts to hamper iPhone production in India by tightening control over key technologies and limiting engineer travel • TikTok is back on app stores after a letter from the US Attorney General, though the hosts question if the letter provides sufficient reassurance • Apple is finally letting users merge two Apple IDs to consolidate purchases, though the process has many caveats and limitations • The panel's perspective on the iPad vs. Mac debate, inspired by Matt Gemmell's article detailing his switch back to the Mac after 8 years of iPad-only use • The NBA's updated Apple Vision Pro app features a 3D tabletop view, offering an immersive experience for fans • Apple Intelligence, a new Spatial showcase app, and an enhanced Guest mode are rumored to be coming to the Vision Pro with the visionOS 2.4 update as soon as April Picks of the Week: • Andy's Pick: Tom Bihn Synapse 25 Backpack • Jason's Pick: Bellroy Transit Workpack • Leo's Pick: TUMI Backpacks • Alex's Pick: Tactical 5.11 Rush24 Backpack Hosts: Leo Laporte, Alex Lindsay, Andy Ihnatko, and Jason Snell Download or subscribe to MacBreak Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/macbreak-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zscaler.com/security 1password.com/macbreak cachefly.com/twit

Dr. Sarah Chu is the Director of Policy and Reform at the Perlmutter Center for Legal Justice at the Cordoza School of Law in New York. In her role at the center, she applies her own extensive background in science and public policy to take an active lead on advancing our criminal justice system's efforts to utilize forensic evidence with maximum effectiveness and integrity. In this episode, Dr. Chu speaks with John Collins about her work at the Perlmutter Center, some of the more pressing issues related to the contemporary application of forensic evidence in criminal trials, and specific efforts that jurisdictions can prioritize to minimize the chance of erroneous convictions. Season:   5 Episode:  85 Duration: 59:02 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel FROM OUR SPONSOR Learn About the Innovators at Promega International Symposium on Human Identification   REFERENCED RESOURCES Perlmutter Center for Legal Justice ABOUT YOUR HOSTJohn Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more information and resources, please visit www.criticalvictories.com

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US Pres. Donald Trump declares his intent for US control of Gaza, the Philippine House impeaches Vice Pres. Sara Duterte, Syria's al-Sharaa meets Turkey's Erdoğan, Argentina withdraws from the World Health Organization, Australia bans PRC AI firm DeepSeek from government devices, Canada appeals the court ruling on 2022 Emergencies Act use, the CIA reportedly offers buyouts to its entire staff, Pam Bondi is confirmed and sworn in as the new US Attorney General, the US Postal Service resumes accepting parcels from China after a brief pause, and Aga Khan IV pas ses away at 88. Sources: www.verity.news

Closing Act Drop Proof: Gaza, Pam Bondi, and US AID Reform On today's episode of MG Show, Jeffrey and Shannon deliver a powerful "Closing Act" drop proof that cuts through the noise. Global outrage persists as protests and criticism mount over the ongoing Gaza crisis. Domestically, Pam Bondi has been sworn in as US Attorney General, marking a significant shift in leadership and accountability. The hosts sharply critique Democrats for their inability to grasp the will of the American people, who firmly support Trump's bold initiatives—including the Department of Government Efficiency and visionary projects led by Elon Musk. Meanwhile, a Houston Democrat boldly announces his intention to file impeachment articles, though his outburst falls on deaf ears. In other startling developments, Omar is reportedly training foreigners on how to avoid deportation, and a New Jersey governor is under fire for harboring an illegal immigrant in his attic. The episode also explores major reforms underway at US AID, which may save the agency from dismantlement, and a revealing briefing exposes deep ties between US AID and Politico that have diverted millions. Additionally, the Medicaid system is now under renewed scrutiny. Tune in for a no-holds-barred discussion that offers independent analysis, unfiltered commentary, and the truth on the issues shaping America today. **Keywords:** Gaza crisis, Pam Bondi AG, Trump initiatives, Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk, Houston Democrat impeachment, deportation training, New Jersey governor, illegal immigrant, US AID reform, Politico US AID, Medicaid scrutiny, MG Show, America First, conservative podcast, independent journalism, Closing Act Drop Proof.

AlabamaThe 2025 state legislative session officially underwayGovernor Ivey delivers "State of the State" addressGarlan Gudger is unanimously voted in as Senate President Pro TimSpeaker Ledbetter says no expansion of Medicaid in this legislative sessionAn advocacy group supports the "What is a Woman" bill from Susan DuboseThe ALGOP releases its legislative priorities for 2025 sessionA prayer for this session to be held in Montgomery on February 12thNationalUS Senator confirms Pam Bondi as next US Attorney General and Doug Collins as next Secretary of Veterans AffairsFull senate to vote on Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National IntelligenceTrump Questionnaire reveals 5K FBI agents worked on J6 prosecutionsUSAID is getting major overhaul by DOGE, Trump now eyeing the Dept. of EdTrump also reveals "obliteration" plan for Iran in event of his assassinationNumbers on illegal border crossings now plummets to all time low20K federal employees are agreeing to Trump's buyout plan

Trump says the US will be taking over the Gaza Strip... What does this mean? Is this a bluff? The CIA is offering its entire workforce buyouts as Trump continues to try to shrink the size of the federal government. Zelenskyy is now BEGGING to be sent nuclear weapons... NO! President Trump will attend the Super Bowl becoming the first sitting US President to do so. The NFL has apparently ended racism successfully (sarcasm). Pam Bondi has been confirmed as the next US Attorney General. Join UNGOVERNED on LFA TV every MONDAY - FRIDAY from 10am to 11am EASTERN!   www.FarashMedia.com www.LFATV.us www.OFPFarms.com 

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In Episode 84 of Crime and the Courtroom, John Collins explores why forensic science is distinct from traditional sciences and often misunderstood. He examines how forensic methods—such as fingerprint and bullet comparisons—are rooted in stochastics, the study of randomness and unique patterns. Addressing past criticisms, Collins argues that forensic science is a leading preventer of wrongful convictions, not a cause of them. He calls for forensic professionals to uphold ethical standards and embrace their field's scientific legitimacy. This episode provides crucial insights for those interested in forensic evidence, justice, and the evolving role of expert testimony. Season:   5 Episode:  84 Duration: 43:22 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel REFERENCED RESOURCES Stochastics (Journal By Taylor & Francis) Modern Stochastics: Theory and Application (Journal) ABOUT YOUR HOSTJohn Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, “The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge,” which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more information and resources, please visit www.criticalvictories.com

This episode is presented by Create A Video – Former Florida Attorney General, Pam Bondi, underwent questioning from Senators as part of her confirmation process to become the US Attorney General in the Trump administration. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: If you choose to subscribe, get 15% off here! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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If there's something that many of Trump's cabinet nominees have in common, it is being credibly accused of sexual assault. Why is Trump—and MAGA world more widely—so enthusiastic about not just tolerating but elevating men with sordid, even criminal, pasts? There's Matt Gaetz, Trump's pick for US Attorney General, who withdraw from consideration on Thursday after yet another allegation of sex trafficking Then there's Pete Hegseth, Trump's slimy nominee for Secretary of Defense—not to mention Trump himself! Kavanaugh, RFK Jr., Herbster…the list goes on. This week on How We Got Here, Erin and Max interrogate why MAGA is appealing to sexually abusive men, and to what extent voters pulled the lever for Trump despite his rampant misogyny, versus because of it.

Matt Gaetz withdraws his US Attorney General nomination, Jussie Smollet's now innocent, Lyle Menedez is also an adulterer, sitcom catchphrases, Maz, and Jim's Picks: Songs Without the Title in the Lyrics. Drew doubles down on the fact that Matt Gaetz should have watched She's Out of My League. He's finally pulls out... as Attorney General nominee. Jussie Smollet gets the Bill Cosby treatment and is no longer guilty of faking his MAGA attack. Cuba Gooding Jr kills it on TMZ by sympathizing with Jussie Smollett. Wasn't he canceled a while back? Lyle Menendez is crushing it in prison. He got busted with an illicit cell phone...and he's been calling a new 21-year-old girlfriend. We try to call his current wife, Rebecca. The number was 100% correct, but she's busy crying in the window of her home. Drew's been digging some country jams lately. Post Malone and Chris Stapleton opened the CMAs yesterday and Drew dug it. Elton John's new Broadway musical about Tammy Faye Bakker BOMBED! We revisit the time Tammy Faye looked beautiful and was full of life on Larry King Live... then she died 2 days later. Drew just learned about Steve Urkel's catchphrase, "Did I do that?" Christina Gennari brings you a boner...line. We call Tom Mazawey before bowling. He weighs in on television catchphrases, and then goes deep on everyone's favorite actor Ernest Borgnine. We finally get into Tarik Skubal winning the Cy Young, Jim McElwain is leaving CMU thanks to Connor Stalions, Matt Dery is tired of Jamo and so are Maz and Drew, and the Detroit Lions are covering the spread again. John Tesh's Roundball Rock is coming back to the NBA. Jim's Picks: Top 10 Songs That Don't Have the Title In the Lyrics. Visit our presenting sponsor Hall Financial – Michigan's highest rated mortgage company. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (The Drew Lane Show, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).

They got their first scalp. Why did Matt Gaetz drop out of the running for US Attorney General? We tell the story behind the allegations against him. We also discuss the legacy media's building attack vector against the MAGA Movement. And we highlight a massive shift in culture that's leading to advertisers coming back to X. Support the show: https://redpilledamerica.com/support/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Headlines: Matt Gaetz pulled out of the Attorney General race after just eight days, calling it a “distraction” as new allegations about a sexual encounter with a minor surfaced. Trump quickly named Pam Bondi, a former Florida AG and his impeachment lawyer, as the new nominee. Trump's Defense Secretary pick, Pete Hegseth, is facing renewed scrutiny over past assault allegations, while Marjorie Taylor Greene will lead a cost-cutting subcommittee alongside Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's new department. Globally, Jair Bolsonaro was indicted for a 2022 coup attempt, the ICC issued war crime warrants for Netanyahu and others, and Iran announced “treatment” for women who defy hijab laws, as Iraq considers lowering the age of consent to nine. In a lighter note, Pope Francis is set to canonize Carlo Acutis, a millennial known as “God's influencer,” as the first digital saint. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: CNN: Gaetz withdraws from attorney general consideration after Trump told him he didn't have the votes in the Senate  CNN: EXCLUSIVE: Ethics committee told of second sexual encounter between Matt Gaetz and 17-year-old, sources say  Reuters: Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws  AP News: Police report reveals assault allegations against Hegseth, Trump's pick for defense secretary NBC News: House Oversight Committee says it plans to form a subcommittee for Trump's 'Department of Government Efficiency' WSJ: Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy: The DOGE Plan to Reform Government Axios: Charted: Harris' popular vote gap with Biden CBS News: WORLD Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and aides indicted over alleged 2022 coup attempt AP News: Top war-crimes court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and others in Israel-Hamas fighting The Guardian: Iran announces ‘treatment clinic' for women who defy strict hijab laws | Women's rights and gender equality Fox News: Iraq law could lower a girl's age of consent as an adult from 18 to 9: it ‘legalizes child rape' NBC News: Pope set to give Catholic Church its first millennial and digital saint Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a Wall Street Journal op-ed, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy discuss details of their plans to eliminate some governmental rules along with many federal workers. As part of the Department of Governmental, Efficiency, the pair will be outside volunteers overseeing a staff of “small government crusaders.” They are looking to make administrative and regulatory cuts and save money. The plan is to “identify rules that exceed the authority Congress granted agencies.” They'll run it past lawyers and then present it to Trump who will be able to take executive action. If regulations are cut, the staff working in those areas will likely be unnecessary. Team DOGE will be whittling agencies down to the minimum number required to perform legal and constitutional duties. Those workers who lose jobs will not be saved by civil service protections, according to Musk and Ramaswamy as cuts would fall under a “reduction in force.” We will discuss it with political analyst and journalist, Michael Shure. We'll also ask him what he thinks about Pam Bondi, Trump‘s new candidate to be the US Attorney General. We'll swing by Florida to see what those crazy kids are up to. Get ready to pick your favorite story of Friday Fabulous Florida. It's a big weekend at the movies. Gladiator 2 and Wicked are on the big screens. We will find out if either are worth your time or money. The Culture Blaster, Michael Snyder, brings his critical eye.

11-21-24 Afternoon Rush - BREAKING NEWS - Matt Gaetz Steps Down & Jussie Smollett Case Overturned! Plus The Sun Doubles Down On Bachelor Maria & Pete Davidson Story! Huge day today. Jussie smollett's conviction overturned in the supreme court in a surprising decision, plus Matt Gaetz, nominated to be the US Attorney General has removed himself from consideration. Also we've got a banana selling for 6 million dollars, an update on the staten island bakery that Whoopi called out and The Sun doubling down on their Bachelor Maria and Pete Davidson story. Plus billionaire beef happening between Musk and Besos and I am PRIMED TO SHARE THAT TEA.go to patreon.com/daveneal for more bonus content!

One of our favorite guests here on the Nicole Sandler Show is Lisa Graves. Not just because she's one of the better angels among us, but she's also wicked smart and has the CV to back up her beliefs. These days Lisa Graves works as a governmental watchdog of sorts in her role as Director of True North Research, whose work you should follow at truenorthresearch.org. But she usually appears on my show in her personal capacity as a private citizen with great expertise on all matters pertaining to our Justice system and Dept of Justice, the Senate nominations and confirmation proceedings, and how things are supposed to work in and around Washington DC. Today, we'll get Lisa's take on some late-breaking news that Matt Gaetz has pulled his name from consideration to be the next US Attorney General, though 180's like that are often cause for even more alarm. What other rules has the dictator-elect broken and how many more norms has he shattered? Does she have any advice for those of us who feel as if we're hanging on for dear life by a frayed thread? Lisa Graves is one of the smartest people I know and she doesn't sound an alarm without real justification. Perhaps a group hug is what we need today. We'll do that, virtually anyway...

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Welcome back to UNBIASED. In today's episode: Trump Nominates Rep. Matt Gaetz for US Attorney General and Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence. Here's What You Should Know (1:15) Can Trump Bypass the Senate Confirmation Process Using the Presidential Recess Appointment Power? (8:52) Quick Hitters: DOJ Releases Fulton County Jail Investigation Findings, Polymarket CEO Has Apartment Raided Post-Election, The Onion Buys InfoWars at Auction, Spirit Airlines to File for Bankruptcy, Former Military and Government Officials Testify at Most Recent UFO Congressional Hearing (12:53) Rumor Has It: Did FEMA Employee Tell FEMA Workers to Skip Houses With Trump Signs During Disaster Relief Efforts? Is Harris' Campaign in Debt? Did Harris Win All the States With NO Voter ID Laws? Did Black Men, Women, and Students Receive Racist Texts About Picking Cotton Post-Election? (16:48) Listen/Watch this episode AD-FREE on Patreon. Watch this episode on YouTube. Follow Jordan on Instagram and TikTok. All sources for this episode can be found here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We'll tell you why President-elect Donald Trump's pick for US Attorney General reportedly elicited audible gasps from some House Republicans. Economists are worried about Trump's potential changes to the Federal Reserve. The director of the CDC says the agency is more prepared to respond to major health crises since the Covid-19 pandemic. A source says Argentinian delegates at the United Nations' COP29 climate conference have been ordered to return home. Plus, Amazon has announced a new, deeply discounted storefront. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices