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A monthly podcast featuring conversations with influential thinkers in the police service and leading crime and policing researchers working to advance public safety. Often amusing, often enlightening, always informative. Jerry Ratcliffe (professor and former police officer) chats to a range of international guests covering police, policing, crime science, criminology, criminal justice, and public safety policy. Details and transcripts at reducingcrime.com/podcast.
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This podcast is about reducing meat consumption in our diets.
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Get rid of PPO plans and dominate Google to ensure a steady flow of patients to your practice periodically! Stay tuned!
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This episode focuses on how we can reduce our carbon emissions to help save the Arctic. Cover art photo provided by Willian Justen de Vasconcellos on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@willianjusten
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This is just a brief explanation about the harm that greenhouse gas emissions have on the environment and how California tried to reduce it. Cover art photo provided by Anton Darius | @theSollers on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@thesollers
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Concerned about your impact on the environment? Interested in learning how to shape a more sustainable future? This album shows you simple ways to adapt your lifestyle and how to think globally. Five video tracks demonstrate how to assess the ‘ecological footprint’ of your household, examine the effects of personal transport on the environment, and explore how your decisions as food consumers are part of a supply chain stretching across Europe and the rest of the world. They feature an energ ...
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Alex Piquero, a professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminology at the University of Miami, discusses his career in criminology, including his time as the director of the Bureau of Justice Statistics. He talks about the importance of mentors, the role of universities in challenging and provoking ideas, and the need for academics to engage…
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Did you see the movie BlacKkKlansman? If so you will love this episode. Host Jerry Ratcliffe chats with his mate Jim Rose, a former narcotics officer and senior advisor to the US State Department's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs. Rose was also the real-life white cop in BlacKkKlansman. He discusses his experience infi…
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In this episode of the Reducing Crime podcast, host Jerry Ratcliffe interviews Beatriz Magaloni, a professor of international relations and political science at Stanford University. Magaloni discusses her work on community policing with a specific ‘pacifying police unit’ in Brazil's most dangerous favelas, focusing on the different types of control…
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In this episode of Reducing Crime, host Jerry Ratcliffe interviews criminologist David Weisburd. They discuss Weisburd's career, his work on hotspots policing and procedural justice, and his advice for young scholars. Weisburd emphasizes the importance of focusing on long-term research questions rather than being swayed by current trends or immedia…
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In this episode of the Reducing Crime podcast, host Jerry Ratcliffe interviews Martin Bouchard, a professor of criminology at Simon Fraser University, about social network analysis and its application to understanding gangs and organized crime groups. Bouchard explains the concepts of social network analysis, including dyads and brokers, and discus…
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In this episode of the Reducing Crime Podcast, host Jerry Ratcliffe interviews Detective Superintendent Dave Cowan of Australia's Victoria Police. They discuss Cowan's journey into evidence-based policing (EBP) and the experiments he has conducted, including a focused deterrence trial and a trial using behavioral science to reduce failure to appear…
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In this episode of Reducing Crime, host Jerry Ratcliffe interviews Seth Williams, the former Philadelphia District Attorney who was convicted and incarcerated on charges related to the receipt of undisclosed gifts. Williams discusses his time in prison and the role of the District Attorney. He talks about his background and experiences as a prosecu…
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In this episode of "Reducing Crime," host Jerry Ratcliffe sits down with criminology legend Ron Clarke to discuss his career and contributions to the field. Clarke is known for his development of situational crime prevention and the rational choice perspective on crime. He emphasizes the importance of practical application in criminology and the ne…
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In this episode of the ReducingCrime Podcast, host Jerry Ratcliffe interviews Terry Cherry, a recruiting officer with the Charleston South Carolina Police Department. Cherry discusses her evidence-based approach to police recruitment and retention, as well as her work with academic colleagues. She emphasizes the importance of treating recruitment l…
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Andrew Lemieux manages the Problem-Oriented Wildlife Protection program for LEAD Ranger – an organization that supports wildlife park rangers around the world. Dr. Lemieux is also the editor-in-chief of the Wilderness Problems Resource Portal, an open-source collection of guides and manuals specifically written for field teams and hosted by the Cen…
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Mark Evans, OBE is the Executive Lead for Future Policing with the New Zealand Police (NZP), and Vice President of the Australia and New Zealand Society of Evidence Based Policing. He is the chair of the independent advisory board at the Royal New Zealand Police College and has an operational portfolio focused on fair and equitable policing outcome…
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This podcast delves into the world of dental membership plans, exploring how they can provide a stable source of revenue for dental practices while offering patients a transparent and affordable alternative to traditional insurance. The podcast covers everything from the benefits of membership plans to tips for creating one and growing its membersh…
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Dr. Steve James is now an assistant professor in the Department of Translational Medicine and Physiology at Washington State University, having previously served for over 20 years in the British military. He has since become one of the US’s foremost experts on the effects of fatigue and sleep deprivation on law enforcement. He outlines a range of p…
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In this episode, we highlight the importance of understanding how different styles of dental practice affect the use of analytics. We also emphasize the significance of understanding averages and benchmarks in the dental industry and seeking assistance from professionals. We delve into the three pillars of analytics in the dental business: patients…
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Building Patient Relationships As a Fee for Service Practice
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In this episode, we explore the topic of patient responses to in-network versus fee-for-service dental practices. Tune in to learn the latest trends in the dental industry and why patients are choosing fee-for-service practices over insurance providers. We also share tips for starting a successful fee-for-service practice and how to retain insuranc…
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3 Marketing Mistakes Practices Make When Trying to Grow High Value Services
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"3 Marketing Mistakes Practices Make When Trying to Grow High-Value Services" discusses common marketing pitfalls that dental practices make when promoting high-value services. The article highlights the drawbacks of relying solely on Google ads, the need for a comprehensive SEO strategy to dominate your niche, and the importance of convincing pati…
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In this episode, we'll explore how dental professionals can negotiate better reimbursement rates from insurance and manage expenses. Negotiation is a vital skill in the dental industry and requires proper leverage for success. Learn how to build leverage before negotiating with insurance companies to increase your chances of success. If you're a de…
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Ken Pease, OBE is a British crime prevention legend, and the pioneer who directed the Kirkholt repeat burglary prevention project. He is currently a visiting professor at University College London, the University of Manchester, and Huddersfield University. We discuss the Kirkholt project, as well as his time teaching in Canada, having his class bom…
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In 2023, dental patients primarily use Google to find a dentist that meets their needs, making it crucial for dental practice owners to have a strong online presence. Building trust with patients through showcasing credentials, experience, and providing valuable information on the website is essential. Dominating Google SEO requires excelling in va…
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In this episode, Ben Tuinei speaks about how Insurance verification can be a challenging process for dental practices, but there are several tips and resources available to streamline the workflow and avoid errors. Verification is essential for in-network providers to avoid misunderstandings or unexpected costs for patients and dentists. Dental pra…
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The One Easy Step you can take to Reduce your Practice Overhead
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In this podcast episode, Ben and Naren discuss the impact of high overhead costs on dental practices and how they can be reduced to improve your quality of life. They share the inspiring story of a Virginia-based dentist who doubled her income and reduced her workweek by dropping PPO plans and focusing on excellent patient care. They also explore t…
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In this episode, we explore the science behind motivation and what drives individuals to perform at their best in the workplace. Drawing from Daniel Pink's book "Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us," we discuss how to create a sense of purpose and autonomy in your dental practice to build a culture of motivation and drive among team…
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Vera Bumpers is the police chief for the Houston Metro Transit Authority Police Department. She has served as the president of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives and is this year’s winner of the Woman Law Enforcement Executive of the Year Award. We talk about mentorship, community outreach, and her role encouraging other …
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How to Convince a Patient to choose you for High Value Services such as Veneers
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In this episode, marketing expert Naren Arulrajah shares valuable insights on attracting high-value patients to your dental practice, particularly for services such as veneers. He emphasizes the importance of adopting a two-pronged strategy that focuses on delivering fundamental general dentistry while offering lucrative high-value services. Naren …
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Umbrella networks are called many names and provide various benefits to dentists and dental practices by giving them access to an extensive network of PPO plans that they may have yet to be able to target on their own. An umbrella network is formed when several associations provide benefits that are linked together. Your dental connection plans wil…
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It's crucial to stay updated on the current trends of dental buyers, much like how choosing an outdated map takes you to the wrong location. This is accomplished by examining how prospective patients search for dental practices and encouraging them to spend more than 90 seconds on your website. Additionally, consider what patients want from a websi…
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Are membership plans changing the dental plan landscape?
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In this podcast episode, Ben Tuinei shares insider information on how PPO plans are noticing this change and the power of influence that dental practices currently possess concerning membership plans.
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Scott Payne served in law enforcement for 28 years, primarily with the FBI in a long-term undercover capacity. We discuss his role infiltrating outlaw motorcycle gangs, sacrificing goats to gain access to white supremacist, neo-Nazi groups, and playing Lynyrd Skynyrd songs at Ku Klux Klan rallies. He also talks honestly about the mental and physica…
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Dentists are often concerned with overheads since they can significantly impact a dental practice's profitability. It is highly possible to boost revenues and give patients more affordable care by cutting costs! In this episode, Naren Arulrajah talks about how you may use digital marketing to drastically reduce the overhead costs you are suffering …
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Building a connection with your patients during the first appointment is essential to maintain a long-lasting relationship with them. The trick is to understand human nature, and all else will fall into place. Read this article where Ben Tuinei provides first-hand insights on what happens if you fail to build connections with patients.…
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Naren Arulrajah discusses the effectiveness of Google search. He provides practical examples of how to use keywords for high value services to strategically appear on Google's first page. Listen to this podcast to understand the primary factors that the Google algorithm considers to determine the top 5% of websites in dentistry!…
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In 2023, just about all dental plans will engage in some type of negotiations. The reason being, many dental offices are dropping insurance. As such, the insurance industry seems desperate to keep doctors in-network so negotiating fees is something every insurance plan is doing to maintain a healthy provider network.…
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Let this episode be the first day of your 12-month plan to cut PPO plan expenses. Discover how you may consistently attract new patients while spending only 1.5% of your collections. It’s time we let go of the ordinary ways. Think smart, not hard!
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This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to up their game! Ben Tuinei describes the #1 problem dental practices face with regard to insurance administration. He provides information on how insurance companies may be influencing the claims appeal process and ways you can shield yourself from them. He concludes with the changes that will happ…
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Jeff Asher is a nationally recognized crime data analyst and co-founder of the data analytics firm AH Datalytics. Jeff spent years as a crime analyst with both the City of New Orleans and Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office, and prior to that he worked on spook street, as an analyst for the Central Intelligence Agency and Department of Defense. Jeff’…
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How much do you rely on PPO plans? Are you aware of your current write-off? Listen to the first episode of RID Journal to determine how much of your savings are being taken away by your insurance plans!
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Art Acevedo is the interim police chief in Aurora, Colorado, and has been a chief with the California Highway Patrol, in Austin, Texas, Houston, Texas, and for a short tumultuous tenure, Miami, Florida. We talk about his career, his viral public address after the murder of George Floyd, and what needs to change in police leadership.…
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Stijn Ruiter is a Dutch sociologist who specializes in environmental criminology and why crime happens where it does. Since 2009, he has worked at the Netherlands Institute for the Study of Crime and Law Enforcement. We chat about translating policing research across national boundaries, and in particular his role as research program leader for a n…
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A cop for over 45 years, Bill Brooks is the chief of the Norwood, Massachusetts police department. He is also an award-winning expert on eyewitness identification and has worked closely with the Innocence Project. We discuss the police pullback, generational change in policing, and the latest approaches to eyewitness identification.…
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Gloria Laycock headed the Home Office Police Research Group and was founding Director of University College London’s Jill Dando Institute of Security and Crime Science – the first such institute in the world. In this masterclass on the 50-year history of crime prevention, you will learn about how the UK got its first government Police Research Grou…
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Police chief (retd.) Kristen Ziman joined policing as a 17-year old cadet. She spent her 30-year career with the Aurora Illinois police department during which time she was the first woman lieutenant, first woman commander, and eventually the first woman chief. During her tenure as chief, a former employee walked into one of the city’s manufacturi…
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Shon Barnes is the police chief in Madison, Wisconsin. A new documentary (the 54th mile policing project) follows Chief Barnes and two other black police officers as they undertake a historic civil rights march from Selma to Montgomery Alabama. Jerry Ratcliffe chats with Dr. Barnes about his embracing of education and evidence-based policing, the c…
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Jackie Sebire retired this month as Assistant Chief Constable of Bedfordshire Police in the UK. We discuss Dr Sebire's work as a director on the UK College of Policing's Senior Command course, her time as staff officer to Metropolitan Police Commissioner Cressida Dick, and important new findings she just published around independent domestic violen…
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Wes Skogan is emeritus professor at Northwestern University and a leading authority on community policing. He sits down with host Jerry Ratcliffe to discuss the origins and development of community policing in Chicago, the importance of case workers alongside violence interrupters, and the core components that can reinvigorate community policing.…
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Scott Charles is the Trauma Outreach Manager for Temple University Hospital, director of the Cradle to Grave program, and coordinator of the hospital’s Trauma Victims Support Advocates program. We discuss how he came to be running these hospital-based violence interruption programs (HVIPs), how they work to change the lives of gunshot victims and y…
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Dr. Jason Roach is a chartered psychologist, Professor of Psychology and Policing, and Director of the University of Huddersfield's Secure Societies Research Institute. In the podcast, we talk about some of his projects that have explored offender self-selection and trigger crimes, criminal decision-making, nudging and influencing crime prevention,…
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Walter Katz is the Vice President of Criminal Justice for Arnold Ventures. Walter received his law degree from the McGeorge School of Law at the University of the Pacific and his undergraduate degree from the University of Nevada, Reno. His conversation with Jerry Ratcliffe covers his background as a public defender, his work as Deputy Chief of Sta…
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Dr. Justin Nix is a distinguished associate professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Nebraska Omaha, and this year's Outstanding Young Experimental Criminologist. We chat about his research on procedural justice, police legitimacy, and the use of deadly force.저자 Jerry Ratcliffe
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Charles Ramsey is one of the most revered leaders in American policing. He joined the Chicago Police Department as a cadet in 1968 and rose to lead both the Washington DC Metro police department and the Philadelphia Police Department. He co-chaired President Obama's Task Force on 21st Century Policing.The discussion covers 1960s racism in policing,…
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Don Weatherburn is now a Professor at Australia's National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, but for most of his career ran the New South Wales Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research in Sydney. There he played a pivotal role informing crime and policing policy at the highest levels of government. We talk about his experience and insights working w…
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