Guardify Real Evidence Podcast

In this episode of the Real Evidence Podcast, Ashley and Myron talk to Colleen Brazil, the Senior Director of Children’s Services at Project Harmony in Omaha, Nebraska. Project Harmony is a Child Advocacy Center that offers forensic interview services, medical advocacy, prevention programming, and mental health services for children. Colleen gives insights into Project Harmony's origin, her role, and the adoption of new technology in the field of forensic interviewing.

Colleen shares about the challenges and successes that she and her team have faced when onboarding MDT partners, and highlights the benefits of digital solutions in streamlining workflows. She also talks to Myron and Ashley about improving collaboration across the teams in the communities that Project Harmony works with, as well as enhancing the investigative process.

Colleen also discusses the evolving role of technology in forensic interviewing, emphasizing its role in peer review, self-assessment, and clinical supervision.

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In this episode of the Real Evidence Podcast, Ashley and Myron talk with Heather Stewart, the Deputy Director of the Children’s Justice Center program for the State of Utah. She recently helped successfully pioneer statewide changes to forensic interview management and is joining to speak about her experience, lessons, and advice.

Topics ranged from what it takes to spur change at the state level, to measuring impact of change and advice for others seeking to make widespread changes related to the adoption of technology or new programs.

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In this episode of the Real Evidence Podcast, Ashley and Myron speak with Megan Peterson. Megan has extensive experience as a Forensic Interviewer and is currently a Sr. Outreach Specialist with Guardify. Megan shares about her journey as a Forensic Interviewer and practical, valuable advice for how an FI should prepare for the courtroom.

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In this episode of the Real Evidence Podcast, Ashley and Myron focus on the challenges of managing digital evidence in the modern legal landscape. We explore the definition of digital evidence management, its lifecycle, and the key players involved in handling digital evidence. We also cover the various challenges faced by professionals in this field, including the risk of data breaches and tampering during evidence transfer and storage, the increasing diversity and volume of digital evidence types, and the complexities of access management.

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Referenced in this episode:

• https://imagesoftinc.com/allblogposts/digital-evidence-facts/
• https://nij.ojp.gov/digital-evidence-and-forensics

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In this premiere episode of Guardify Real Evidence, hosts Ashley and Myron kick things off with an engaging discussion on the "why" behind the podcast. Dive into a conversation about the unique perspectives and needs that led to the creation of this platform, as well as Guardify's mission to unite communities in collaboration toward restorative justice.

Discover how Guardify’s focus on serving child advocacy centers and its expansion to support prosecutors, law enforcement, and defense attorneys inspired this podcast.

Catch a sneak peek of what’s to come in future episodes, including conversations with industry leaders, deep dives into AI’s impact on legal tech and social justice, and insights from front-line professionals. Join us for an enlightening start to the Guardify Real Evidence podcast!

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