The Shakedown by National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO)
The Shakedown is a podcast for corrections professionals by corrections professionals. Join us weekly as Warden Aaron Dawson and his guests cover hot topics in jail operations with positivity and passion, sharing tools, tactics and tricks that listeners can use to better themselves and their detention facility.
Podcasting since 2022 • 71 episodes
The Shakedown by National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO)
Latest Episodes
Episode 71: What I Wish I Knew ft. Major Deann Cash
Corrections is a career field in which advancement can come quickly at times. The result of this is someone being given a responsibility that are not completely prepared for. Even in those times when we feel prepared, there is alway...
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Episode 70: Pups With Purpose
A challenge faced by every facility is keeping the inmate population occupied in a manner that is productive for them as well as the staff and facility. This can present a challenge! In this episode, host Aaron Dawson interviews Maj...
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Episode 70
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Episode 69: Make Excellence Your Habit
If we base our perception of what we do on what we see in the media we could develop a negative view. In this episode, we challenge that view. What you do matters!Copyright 2024. National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO)...
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Episode 68: Inmates Try to Sue Jails About Crazy Things - And How to Protect Yourself
Unfortunately, lawsuits are a part of the arena in which we work. Some of them are legitimate while others seem mildly ridiculous. Looking at a current lawsuit as a springboard, host Aaron Dawson discusses some simple steps we can t...
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Episode 67: Our Safety Depends on Each Other
In this episode, host Aaron Dawson looks at some current headlines and what we can glean from them. A major part of the corrections profession is watching, observing, and controlling inmates. An often-overlooked part is watching out...
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