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Welcome to the Real Evidence Podcast

Join us as we explore how technology, people, and processes unite to reshape the landscape of justice and community collaboration. Delve into thought-provoking conversations on restorative justice, uncovering how innovation and collaboration can help communities work together for a better, more equitable future. Tune in for expert perspectives, compelling stories, and the latest in digital evidence management.

Latest Episode

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.

Episode 1: Introduction and all about why

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.

Episode 2: Guardify's Vision and Mission w/ Ben Jackson

Myron and Ashley chat with Ben Jackson, CEO of Guardify. Ben shares the origins of Guardify, their mission and vision, as well as what drives the products they create.

They discuss the importance of building technology with intentionality, and the need for a principles-based approach to adoption of new technologies, particularly artificial intelligence.

Ben discusses the potential benefits and drawbacks of AI and highlights the need for ethical and intentional use of technology in supporting justice and social impact initiatives.

Episode 3: How a Forensic Interviewer Should Prepare for Court w/ Megan Peterson

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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Episode 4: Driving Change and Adoption with Partners w/ Colleen Brazil

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.