Podcasts about youth crime

A youth programme leader is delighted to see the Government prioritise early intervention through sport. Sport and Police Minister Mark Mitchell has confirmed an $8 million cash injection for established initiatives supporting troubled young people. Blue Light Ventures Chief Executive Brendon Crompton told Heather du Plessis Allan every dollar put into their programmes returns more than seven to the community and taxpayer. He's thanking the Minister and NZ Sport for recognising that a kid in sport stays out of court. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government's hoping a youth programme funding boost will help keep kids on the straight and narrow. It's confirmed an $8 million cash injection to support troubled young people through sport and physical activity. Sports and Police Minister Mark Mitchell told Francesca Rudkin it will reach a wide range of kids, including some already inside youth justice facilities. He says they're using trusted community organisations like Champions Initiative boxing group, Blue Light, and Tauranga-based Live for More. Mitchell says wants to provide more funding down the track. He says it's about providing the best role models, and getting more youth engaged in sport, which can transform lives. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired Victorian magistrate, former Legal Aid Victoria managing director and former Victorian Drug Court supervising magistrate Tony Parsons told 3AW Morning’s Tom Elliott youth offenders should be provided with an opportunity for reform.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prominent youth justice campaigners Ben Beaumont and Michelle Liddle, who lost their son Angus to a fatal stabbing in 2020, have lost their home and all possessions in a devastating Clontarf house fire. In an emotional chat with Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast, Michelle highlighted their harrowing escape from the blaze, the tragic loss of irreplaceable childhood memories, and the community's call to support the family through a newly established fundraising page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you have listened to a few episodes of Create with Franz, you probably noticed how many times we mentioned that we often act in automatic mode, without much thinking, and we repeat the same mistakes over and over. You also learned that while habits are hard to break, change is possible for everyone. This is particularly important when it comes to those youth who, for various reasons, are embracing gang life, criminal behaviour, drugs, drinking, smoking and many other dangerous lifestyles that eventually lead into serious issues. What if the solution is to retrain their mind, so they don't easily fall into the same autopilot behaviors? Could this be cheaper and more efficient than sending them to prison, a revolving door from which many come and go as the learning has not occurred? The answer is yes and these are the premises that have informed Stuart Lane to cofound Virtual Decisions, a Birmingham-based organization that aims to empower youth to make well-thought decisions through the help of a blend of AI, Virtual Reality and acting. For over 30 years, Stuart has been on the front lines of youth issues—from homelessness to knife crime—using theatre and technology to help young people navigate life's most dangerous crossroads. Stuart casts young people in the same programs that are meant to protect them, ensuring that every accent, every bit of body language, and every 'perfectly imperfect' moment feels like the real world. Just as a pilot learns to react efficiently to any incident by repeating the correct actions over and over, they learn by practicing and repetition how to react in a safe way that will stop a cascade of wrong decisions and nasty consequences. If you have a friend of loved one who is struggling to stay 'clean' and to manage the stress of today's life but keeps falling into the same trap, please contact Stuart to find out more. This is a potentially life-saving program that I can see implemented world-wide to empower our youth to develop confidence in their capabilities despite a challenging environment. Sharing this episode can help someone get a much better life, using AI as a tool and keeping the human connection intact.   Topics covered: stop youth offending, mindset change, from criminal to good citizen, use VR for good reasons, how to rewire the brain, change bad habits, avoid crime with mindset. Stuart Lane. Watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/xZD55akohe8 Feel free to find out more by checking these links: www.virtualdecisions.co.uk Trailers: https://youtu.be/Bindq0dQuNQ?si=n1jVaz-Rm5iwji1Y  https://youtu.be/DjXieclEs_I?si=026sTnMCpzk87N5q

Crimes for clicks, shares and online status - In this episode, Tim and Xanthe unpack the dangerous new phenomenon “crimefluencing”. Australia’s top cop recently highlighted this “new and disturbing front in traditional gender-based violence” - with young people being drawn into online networks that encourage everything from petty offending to serious violence and exploitation. From livestreamed assaults to the coercion of vulnerable teenage girls, this episode explores how social media has gamified criminal behaviour. WATCH OUR FULL VIDEO EPISODES ON YOUTUBE AT 'CRIME CENTRAL AUSTRALIA'. Follow us on Instagram @Motive&MethodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Focus on juvenile rehabilitation centers, the "Catalyst Project" for at-risk youth employability, and a shift toward social and educational responses over enforcement alone.

Is the ‘tough on crime approach’ working to keep people safe? In this episode of I Catch Killers, Gary is joined by two men from opposite sides of the law who have arrived at the same radical conclusion - the justice system is broken for everyone. Dr Vince Hurley is a former Detective turned academic, and Claude Robinson is a former heroin addict and prisoner who now runs Rainbow Lodge, a residential center helping high-risk men transition from prison back into society. Together, they challenge everything we think we know about the justice system. This episode contains descriptions of men’s violence against women. If you or anyone you know needs support or information, contact 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan catches up with Regina's Chief of Police, Lorilee Davies, to talk local crime statistics, how the city is doing in 2025 and what information people in Regina should be aware of.

Evan catches up with Saskatoon's Chief of Police, Cam McBride, to talk local crime statistics, how the city is doing in 2026 and what information people in Saskatchewan should be aware of.

DC just had another weekend of controversy around out-of-control behavior by huge groups of teens, this time around the Navy Yard. Allegations of youth lawlessness have been front and center in DC for a few years, often tied to the related question of school truancy. Back in August, we talked about this with the Washington Post's Lauren Lumpkin and Robert Samuels. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month.  Learn more about the sponsors of this March 18th episode: Folger Shakespeare Library DC Environmental Film Festival Nace Law Group Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway joins the show to address recent youth violence in St. Louis, including weekend shootings, and outlines her push for stronger juvenile justice reform and truth in sentencing. She discusses police staffing shortages, the need for higher pay, and enforcing curfews, along with increased parental accountability. Hanaway also touches on election integrity efforts, Missouri redistricting cases, and coordination with federal agencies on potential terrorism threats.

Criminal psychologist, Tim Watson-Munro, joined 3AW Mornings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Deb sits down with Wendy B. Smith, a trauma expert, licensed clinical social worker, and former clinical professor of social work, to explore the lasting effects of childhood trauma and the pathways toward healing. With more than three decades of psychotherapy experience working with survivors of childhood maltreatment, Dr. Smith brings deep insight into how early experiences shape development, relationships, and life trajectories. Dr. Smith is also the author of Before Their Crimes: What We're Misunderstanding About Childhood Trauma, Youth Crime, and the Path to Healing, a groundbreaking book that examines the connection between adverse childhood experiences and later behavior through interviews with individuals who committed crimes as teenagers. Together, Dr. Deb and Dr. Smith explore how childhood trauma affects brain development, identity formation, and the ways people move through the world. They also discuss the powerful role of human connection, understanding, and compassion in the healing process. This conversation is a reminder that behind many behaviors are stories of pain, survival, and resilience. When we begin to understand those stories, we open the door to healing. In this episode we discuss: • What childhood trauma actually does to the developing brain and nervous system • The long term impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) • Why trauma in childhood can shape behavior later in life • The role of connection, empathy, and accountability in healing • Why understanding the story behind behavior matters

There's concern youth offending boot camps don't cater to the issues impacting children the most. Newstalk ZB understands the programme for young offenders is starting in Palmerston North on Monday, for 10 youths. They'll spend more time in the residential facility than in the pilot, and this iteration will have more input from local iwi. Kickback co-founder and youth worker Aaron Hendry told Ryan Bridge these are kids who are often struggling in poverty and homelessness themselves. He says parents don't have the adequate support to help children get through tough issues. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February 19, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Ike McKinnon welcome Andy Arena, CEO of the Detroit Crime Commission. Andy discusses his work to reduce youth crime in Detroit, emphasizing community partnerships and intervention strategies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Criminal psychologist, Tim Watson-Munro, joined 3AW Mornings to discuss the issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crime Story founder Luke Taylor joins us to share the explosive reality of working with marginalized kids who have criminal records before they hit puberty. Hear the unbelievable moment a young offender realized his "surveillance skills" made him a natural detective. Listen to John Stanley live on air from 8pm Monday to Thursday and 7pm on Friday on 2GB Sydney and 4BC BrisbaneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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How can we prevent our youth from being recruited and groomed into crime? Dr. Eoin O'Meara-Daly from the University of Limerick is part of a team researching this very issue, with the aim of creating a new model of youth intervention for Ireland.He joins Seán to discuss…

Kansas City's mayor and chief of police are calling for a review of the juvenile justice system. But court officials in Jackson County say youth referrals are down so far this year, proving that the diversion programs are working.

A spate of youth crime in Christchurch has police urging parents to get in touch if their child is missing in action, so they can avoid becoming a statistic. It peaked in May with 162 young offenders dealt with in just one month in the city. It's remained high since, with police dealing with about a hundred youth offenders a month. Canterbury Police District Commander Superintendent Tony Hill spoke to Lisa Owen.

The Premier's latest claim has Jacqui Felgate fired up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lecturer in Criminology at Macquarie University and former NSW Police Detective, Dr Vincent Hurley joined 3AW Drive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, Ben Carroll joined 3AW Drive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DC is in the middle of two youth crises: One involves school truancy; the other involves high-profile teen mayhem, like the skirmish on Halloween between young people and law enforcement at Navy Yard. Are the two related? Washington Post reporters Lauren Lumpkin and Robert Samuels wrote a blockbuster report on the city's failures to combat truancy. They walk us through the shocking details.  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month.  Learn more about the sponsors of this November 18th episode: District Bridges Simply Eloped Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

"The government has finally realised that this state as a youth crime crisis."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adele returned to 3AW Drive to discuss the Allan Government's new youth crime initiative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A huge announcement from the Allan government regarding Melbourne youth crime.Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/fifi-fev-and-nickSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New South Wales Police Minister Yasmin Catley has told Mark Levy that communities and the public need to keep in mind the "complex" issues when it comes to solving youth crime. The Minister revealed to Levy how, in a lot of cases, youths at the centre of crime have nowhere to go and come from unsafe environments, while urging the need for 24-hour support services to take over from the current 9-5 systems that are in place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Independant MP Roy Butler has organised for regional NSW mayors to meet with Chris Minns to discuss how to tackle youth crime in regional NSW. Listen to John Stanley live on air from 8pm Monday to Thursday and 7pm on Fridays on 2GB/4BCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3AW Drive host Jacqui Felgate had her say on the early morning break-in, saying youth crime in Victoria is "becoming more and more extreme". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Victorian government has announced it's reopening Malmsbury Youth Justice Centre, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore what role schools can play in preventing at risk young people entering the justice system. Research suggests that students who have been suspended or expelled from school are likely to go on to have contact with the criminal justice system. So, should we be investing in schools and not jails?Also in this edition, why San Remo locals are worried about the wombat population, plus how farmers are using celebrities  to ensure the survival of their industry. 

Premier of South Australia Peter Malinauskas joined 3AW Drive to discuss the major issue of youth crime and how his government is tackling the problem. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Children's Minister is attributing a reduction in youth reoffending to boot camps, even though they haven't started yet. The Government says serious and persistent young offending has dropped by more than 14% since June 2023. Northland experienced the greatest decrease at 40%. Minister Karen Chhour told Mike Hosking there have been significant developments. She says they've learnt a lot from the military-style academy pilot, which has informed other programmes. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 18th of September, we look at the predictions of how bad Q2 was economically, and whether this is the worst of it. Some extraordinary new numbers when it comes to youth crime that shows the Government is starting to get the issue under control. Young motorsport driver Jacob Douglas details his path to IndyCar and why he moved to the US by himself at only 16 years old. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parents worry about their children's safety every day, but for Diane, a healthcare worker and mother of a teenage son, that worry has inspired action. She has developed a DIY safety plan that combines technology, communication, and community support to protect her children in Victoria. - Hindi maitago ni Diane Pajarilla, isang nurse at ina mula Melbourne, ang pangamba sa tuwing may balita tungkol sa mga krimeng kinasasangkutan ng kabataan. Lalo na ngayong isa sa tatlo niyang anak ay teenager na. Kaya upang mapanatiling ligtas ang mga ito, gumawa si Diane ng sariling safety plan.

Opposition leader of Victoria, Brad Battin, addresses the current Melbourne youth crime crisis after being booted from parliament.Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/fifi-fev-and-nickSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fifi speaks out on Melbourne youth crime amidst recent carjackingsSubscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/fifi-fev-and-nickSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before Their Crimes: What We're Misunderstanding about Childhood Trauma, Youth Crime, and the Path to Healing by Wendy Smith https://www.amazon.com/Before-Their-Crimes-Misunderstanding-Childhood/dp/B0F8BMPW1Z Wendybsmithphd.net Juvenile crime doesn't just happen-there is always a story behind it. Before Their Crimes: What We're Misunderstanding about Childhood Trauma, Youth Crime, and the Path to Healing is a ground-breaking book that sheds new light on the relationship of childhood trauma and juvenile crime. Wendy Smith uses the framework of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) to explain how the toxic stress of early childhood trauma can make children vulnerable to committing criminal acts. Smith draws from interviews with twenty men and women from across the racial and social divide who spent years in prison after committing serious crimes as children. Smith not only reveals the pernicious mechanisms that link early trauma to later crime, but also illuminates the potential for healing among even the most egregious offenders.

Youth crime in D.C. is front and center in Donald Trump's claims that the city is a dangerous hellscape. He's not the first politician to raise the issue: Mayor Muriel Bowser has also pushed for curfews to counter the alleged spike. But is it true? And if so, what kind of policies are the best way to keep kids out of trouble and residents out of danger? We talked to Georgetown University crime expert Eduardo Ferrer. We're doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We'd be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it's only 7 minutes long. You'll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to⁠ sign up⁠ for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can⁠ also become a member⁠, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 14th episode: ⁠Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week⁠ ⁠Rock & Roll Hall of Fame⁠ ⁠Backroom⁠ ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info⁠ HERE⁠.

Broken Britain: 80-Year-Old Bhim Kohl Murdered by Kids, and No Real Justice #BrokenBritain #JusticeForBhim #UKCrime #YouthViolence An 80-year-old man, Bhim Kohl, was brutally murdered in a park by two children — a 15-year-old boy and a 13-year-old girl. They filmed the attack on their phones. The girl will not face prison. The boy got just 7 years! This isn't just a crime — it's a symbol of what Britain has become: a nation without respect, discipline, or justice. Jon Gaunt dives deep into the horrifying details of Bhim Kohl's murder, the justice system's shocking response, and what this says about the state of our country. #BrokenBritain #JusticeForBhim #UKCrime #YouthViolence Tags: Bhim Kohl, UK murder, teen violence UK, youth crime, Broken Britain, elderly attacked UK, Jon Gaunt, UK social collapse, justice for Bhim, parenting crisis UK, discipline breakdown, British society decline, phone filmed attack UK  #BhimKohl #BrokenBritain #UKCrime #YouthViolence #JusticeForBhim #BritishSociety #UKTeens #SocialBreakdown #RespectOurElders #elderlysafety This video is a politics blog and social commentary by award winning talk radio star, Jon Gaunt

Meshel Laurie is joined by producer Matthew Tankard and criminologist Dr. Xanthé Mallett to unpack the panic around youth crime in Australia. From Adolescence to alarming headlines, they explore what's real, what's exaggerated, and how the manosphere is influencing young minds.Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.Click here to subscribe to ATC Plus on Apple Podcasts and access all ATC episodes early and ad-free, as well as exclusive bonus episodes. Got a True Crime question you want answered on the podcast? Send us a question by recording a voice message here.For Support: Lifeline  on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732CREDITS:Host: Meshel LaurieGuest Host: Dr. Xanthé MallettExecutive Producer/Editor: Matthew TankardThis episode contains extra content from Adolescence, which can be streamed now on Netflix.GET IN TOUCH:https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Send us a question to have played on the show by recording a voice message here.Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com  Become a subscriber to Australian True Crime Plus here: https://plus.acast.com/s/australiantruecrime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.