In this audio seminar I discuss COMPSTAT (Computerized Statistics). More specifically, I cover its origins, objectives, strengths and limitations, how it's utilized in practice, and how it's similar or different relative to evidence-based polic

Passive Deterrence

May 15th, 2020 23m 15s

As discussed in the focused deterrence seminar, deterrence initiatives can be very specific. In this audio seminar I discuss approaches to passive deterrence, such as crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) and passive forms of po

Rational Choice & Nudge Theory

May 8th, 2020 39m 38s

In this audio seminar I discuss some behavioural insights that can be employed to understand aspects of criminality, such as rational choice theory. I also discuss the use of nudge theory within the context of policing. Originally recorded for

Policing Classics

Apr 17th, 2020 37m 27s

Banton, Bittner, Ericson, Haggerty, Waddington, and others. In this audio seminar I discuss some of the classic pieces of policing research, specifically as they relate to police roles. Originally recorded for SOC 4451 (Policing) at the Univers

Where Do Police Programs Come From?

Apr 10th, 2020 33m 31s

There are lots of different policing programs that have been used or continue to be used in practice, but where do they even come from? This audio seminar seeks to shed some light on this question. Originally recorded for SOC 4451 (Policing) at

How Much of Policing is Evidence-Based? (Part II)

Mar 31st, 2020 25m 4s

In Part II of How Much of Policing is Evidence-Based? I discuss evidence assessments and evidence hierarchies. Originally recorded for SOC 4451 (Policing) at the University of Western Ontario.

How Much of Policing is Evidence-Based? (Part I)

Mar 31st, 2020 39m 28s

Evidence-based policing (EBP) has a following in many countries around the world, but how much of policing is actually evidence-based? In this audio seminar I discuss issues such as EBP receptivity and misconceptions around EBP. Originally reco

Community Policing

Mar 27th, 2020 35m 14s

In this audio seminar I discuss the philosophy of community policing, otherwise referred to as community-oriented policing. More specifically, I discuss the supposed benefits of COP, criticisms, and the evidence. Originally recorded for SOC 445

Focused Deterrence

Mar 24th, 2020 24m 51s

In this audio seminar I cover the strategy of focused deterrence. I discuss what this practice is, deterrence theory, Operation Ceasefire and other focused deterrence programs, the evidence on focused deterrence, and how focused deterrence can

Crime Hot Spots

Mar 20th, 2020 31m 22s

In this audio seminar I broadly discuss the issue of crime hot spots. More specifically, I discuss a whole host of concepts related to hot spots, such as hot spot policing, near repeats, crime prevention, displacement, diffusion, and opportunit

Problem-Oriented Policing (POP)

Mar 16th, 2020 25m 29s

This audio seminar covers the process of problem-oriented policing (POP). I cover what POP is, how it should be employed within an evidence-based policing context, the SARA model, and the use of POP in practice. Originally recorded for SOC 4451

Unfounded Sexual Assault Cases

Mar 15th, 2020 30m 36s

This audio seminar covers the issue of reported sexual assault cases being classified as 'unfounded'. More specifically, I discuss the findings of a Globe and Mail investigation, Statistics Canada classifications, and why many cases are classif

Street Checks (Carding)

Mar 15th, 2020 31m 33s

This audio seminar covers the issue of Street Checks, otherwise known as 'Carding'. This practice is described, and then arguments both for and against the practice are outlined. Finally, I discuss the empirical research on this practice (or ra

Fatal Police-Involved Encounters

Mar 15th, 2020 28m 9s

This audio seminar broadly covers the issue of fatal police-involved encounters. More specifically, I discuss the 2018 CBC investigation on fatal encounters, deaths in police custody, coroner's inquiries, coroner's inquests, and Ontario's Speci

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