Episode: 00279 Released on August 11, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Dr. Charles Russo reflects on a three-decade career in intelligence, from his military service and work with NCIS to more than a decade as an FBI intelligence analyst. Charles reflects on high-stakes moments like supporting the Oklahoma City bombing investigation, tackling large-scale Russian auto insurance fraud rings, and navigating the challenges of complex financial crimes. He also dives into his passion for educating the next generation of analysts, the importance of critical thinking, and why public speaking skills are essential for the profession. From Hollywood myths about NCIS to the realities of multi-agency collaboration, Charles offers insight, lessons learned, and a candid look at the evolving world of law enforcement analysis. 🎧 Listen, share, and keep talking! [Note: Description produced by ChatGPT.] Name Drops: Public Service Announcements: Joshua Todd (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-josh-todd-the-adirondack-analyst/) Scott Eicher (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/scott-eicher-the-cellular-analysis-sme/) Related Links: https://www.drcharlesrusso.com/ https://linktr.ee/drcharlesrusso Amazon Book: https://a.co/d/0LCK9hl https://drcharlesmrusso.substack.com/ https://www.capella.edu/ https://www.amu.apus.edu/ https://ace.edu/ https://thrivedx.com/ https://www.stjohns.edu/ Gen Z Stare: https://youtube.com/shorts/V7WXZ5S1hsI?si=pqCoAgWXWz_26KDB Association(s) Mentioned: Vendor(s) Mentioned: Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesmrussophd/ Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/xss8t9c22ukf8nb2/CharlesRusso_Transcript.pdf Podcast Writer: Podcast Researcher: Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com. Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners. Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts

00:00:17 – Introducing Charles 00:06:09 – Oklahoma City Bombing 00:16:26 – FBI 00:29:58 – Break: Todd & Eicher 00:31:34 – ABS: Russian Auto Fraud 00:49:31 – Training 01:06:34 – Gen Z Stare 01:15:50 – Public Speaking 01:28:40 – Words to the World

Episode: 00278 Released on August 4, 2025 Description: This week on Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason chats with Erin Havelka of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office to explore her journey from uncertain undergrad to award-winning crime and intelligence analyst. Erin shares how a discouraging comment from a professor became her motivation, the initiative that led to her first analyst job, and the evolution of her unit from real-time support to investigative intelligence. She also shares her analyst badge story, detailing a seven-minute facial recognition success that helped identify a suspect after a deputy-involved shooting. She then shares how she built an internship program from the ground up. From mapping patterns to mentoring the next generation, Erin’s story is one of determination, innovation, and impact. Tune in to hear how she proves that curiosity and hustle can shape an entire career. 🎧 Listen, share, and keep talking! [Note: Description produced by ChatGPT.] Name Drops: Anthony Bush (00:49:30) Public Service Announcements: Jim Mallard (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/osborne-tapes-jim-mallard/ & https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-jim-mallard-the-analyst-in-the-shadows/) Anthony Bush (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-anthony-bush-jail-calls-rock/) Related Links: https://harriscountyso.org/ https://www.alphagroupcenter.com/about-us/certificate-program/ https://www.ialeia.org/ https://www.uhcl.edu/ https://www.tamucc.edu/ https://abc13.com/post/harris-county-sheriffs-deputy-shot-officer-shooting-during-traffic-stop-homestead-road-terran-green/13662023/ Association(s) Mentioned: Vendor(s) Mentioned: Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-havelka-m-s-ccia-552115307/ Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ye5x8grz46bxux4e/ErinHavelka_Transcript.pdf Podcast Writer: Podcast Researcher: Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com. Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners. Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts

00:00:17 – Introducing Erin 00:11:13 – RTCC Analyst 00:21:26 – ABS: Deputy Shooting 00:31:12 – Break: Mallard & Bush 00:30:43 – Internship Program 00:43:40 – Advice 00:54:09 – Personal Interest: Traveler 00:56:30 – Words to the World

Episode: 00277 Released on July 28, 2025 Description: What happens when a 911 dispatcher becomes the driving force behind an entire analysis and intelligence center? This week on Analyst Talk, host Jason Elder sits down with Jennifer Scavotto of the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office to explore her 20-year journey in law enforcement. Jennifer shares how a spontaneous decision led to a lifelong passion for analysis, beginning as a 911 operator and rising through the ranks to become manager of the agency’s Analysis and Intelligence Center. From building Excel workbooks during a multimillion-dollar gambling investigation to launching a real-time crime center with no additional budget, Jennifer reflects on defining moments, leadership lessons, and the evolution of crime analysis. Tune in for stories of grit, growth, and geekery including her favorite badge stories and a bonus segment on Disney vs. Universal! 🎧 Listen, share, and keep talking! [Note: Description produced by ChatGPT.] Name Drops: Karen Allen (00:17:36) Public Service Announcements: Amanda Wiggins (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-amanda-wiggins-the-difference-maker/) Mandy Krueger (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-mandy-krueger-learned-probably-by-failure/) Related Links: https://www.seminolesheriff.org/ https://www.wesh.com/article/seminole-county-man-hitman-plot-to-murder-tv-star/64178214 https://www.ucf.edu/degree/sociology-ba/ https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/Analyst-Academy https://extension.fullerton.edu/professionaldevelopment/certificates/crime https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/FCJEI/Executive-Leadership-Seminar.aspx Association(s) Mentioned: Vendor(s) Mentioned: Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-scavotto-b210b916/ Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/48drnn8rv2vktssk/Scavotto_Transcript.pdf Podcast Writer: Podcast Researcher: Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com. Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners. Podcast Email: leapodcasts@gmail.com Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts

00:00:17 – Introducing Jennifer 00:11:03 – ABS: Illegal Gambling 00:18:06 – Financial Crime Investigator 00:31:12 – Break: Wiggins & Krueger 00:31:56 – ABS: Triple Homicide 00:47:21 – Training 00:52:01 – Advice 00:54:25 – Personal Interest: Disney & Universal Theme Parks 01:07:10 – Words to the World