We had an amazing chat with Mona Gill. Her story is truly inspiring. Her journey through IPV and her perseverance to achieve her lifetime goal. All I can say is wow and thank her for spending time with us. Season 2 Episode 5 - An Amazing Life...Being So Mona] [Listen Here] https://www.spreaker.com/show/... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/... [Show Notes] Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton Support Line: 780-423-4121 Alberta's One Line: 1-866-403-8000 Indo Canadian Women's Association: https://icwaed...
Feb 03, 2023•1 hr 19 min
Today the brothers Jones found themselves alone in the podcast room as their guest had to cancel. So the chatted about Bell Let’s Talk, Singing as Therapy, and whatever seemed to run through their unplanned brains.
Jan 27, 2023•50 min
Today was an awesome conversation with Clare Gallant. We discussed her life, wellness, caring for people and much more. Our longest episode and we could have easily talked for another 90 minutes
Jan 20, 2023•1 hr 35 min
Today we chatted with Danny’s childhood and lifelong friend Brian a Christian. We talked about martial arts and boxing, football and rugby and we tied in to men’s health and wellness. Beyond Recovery Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/user/... From Uniforms to Unicorns Podcast: https://www.fromuniformstounic... Book Recommendations: The Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck The Art of War by Sun Tzu Tao of Jeet Kune Do by Bruce Lee Breath by James Nestor What Do...
Jan 13, 2023•50 min
Today we chatted with Francoise Mathieu Scotty’s friend from Tend Academy. We talked about trauma, compassion and so much more. We also discovered Danny and Franciose’s connection to Cambridge much to Scotty’s chagrin.
Jan 07, 2023•55 min
In todays episode the brothers speak about system’s irritation having some recent issues in health care. The need for trauma informed services in all the systems and the link between health care and justice!
Dec 30, 2022•36 min
Today we had an amazing conversation with Jenn Cardoso. We chatted about career changes, higher education, dysregulation and regulation, so much more. We really enjoyed this one.
Dec 22, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Today we discussed grief and loss. How this has impacted and transformed us as people. How losses have helped us to grow and how through grief we found out who we really are. This episode was inspired by Anderson Cooper and Stephen Colbert from a recent podcast that they did. There was laughs and cries as we explored this topic together. RESOURCES: Alberta Mental Health Help Line 1-877-303-2642 Edmonton Area Mental Health 24-hour Distress Line: 780-482-4357 (HELP) ACRONYMS & DEFINITIONS: Gid...
Dec 13, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Today we had our first redo!! We tried to record this last week but we messed it up. Our conversation today discussed a wide range of topics from Equity, Diversity and Inclusion to language, barriers and culture.
Dec 06, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Today we look at an unfortunate article in the news that addresses a failure to understand the need for mental health supports from a senior police leader. We discuss several things from childhood Christmas movies to moving cattle across a river. We talk about some struggles and success. SHOW NOTES Alberta Mental Health Help Line 1-877-303-2642 Talk Suicide Canada 1-833-456-4566 ------------------ ACE: Adverse Childhood Experiences We Are The Lions: https://youtu.be/PscD6h1iNiI CBC News article:...
Nov 26, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Today we got to have a wonderful visit with Scott’s sister in-law Jocelyn. We talked about Gitxzan, healing, racism and much more. Apologies for the couple of coughs into the mic again! RESOURCES: Edmonton Area Mental Health 24-hour Distress Line: 780-482-4357 (HELP) Alberta Indigenous Mental Health Support 1-888-495-6588 ACRONYMS & DEFINITIONS: Gitxsan: Northern Alberta Indigenous community EPS: Edmonton Police Service @scottjones1859 #gitxsan @twistedoakyogaandwellness #matriarch @djj378 #...
Nov 16, 2022•1 hr 12 min
Today we spoke about many things Guest-less. Dan had a bit of a residual annoying cough but the conversation meandered around corrections Canada and the issues that are present. We discussed what we can do to make a better system and how the current system is ineffective. Scott discussed his 12 hour walk and that led to the November mens mental health month. Time to change time to heal. RESOURCES: November is Men’s Health Awareness Month and an opportunity to join in healthy, vulnerable conversa...
Nov 08, 2022•1 hr
In this episode we discuss police culture, wellness and vulnerability. What it was like to be the first openly gay male in a large police organization. Where we are, where we were and where we should be as justice organizations when it comes to trauma informed, compassion and vulnerability RESOURCES: November is Men’s Health Awareness Month and an opportunity to join in healthy, vulnerable conversations to better wellness. Canadian Mental Health Association Distress Line (Edmonton) 780-482-4357 ...
Nov 03, 2022•1 hr 4 min
This episode talks about leadership, compassion, growth through stress. Scott corrects Dan as he should in this instance. Poor Folgers’ gets it once again but a huge shoutout to Red Rose. Universal precautions: A methodology for trauma-informed justice by Dan Jones: https://www.journalcswb.ca/index.php/cswb/article/view/194 Romeo Dallaire: https://www.romeodallaire.com/ ACRONYMS & DEFINITIONS: SIDS: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Trauma Sliming: Debriefing that happens without warning or permi...
Oct 27, 2022•1 hr 10 min
In more of an other things episode we talk with comedian and great guy Rob Pue. We laugh talk a bit about politics and if comedians are really funny! It was a blast! We chat about Marty (Scotty’s brother in law) arrogance and marriage as well!! SOURCES: “A Little Sketchy” TV show article: https://www.ntd.com/ntd-launches-new-comedy-show-a-little-sketchy_768676.html “A Little Sketchy” Episode 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OcDaMS5_L-U ‘Til You Can’t by Cody Johnson: https://www.youtube.com/wa...
Oct 13, 2022•52 min
***Content Warning, Possibly Triggering, Explicit Content*** Today we talked about Somatic Sex Education. We discussed biases, law and touched on feminist theory. We delved into the concepts of is sex work real work and the construct of choice. We also had a few fun facts about Magpies. RESOURCES: Edmonton Area Mental Health 24-hour Distress Line: 780-482-4357 (HELP) Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton Support 780-423-4121 Alberta’s One Line for Sexual Violence 1-866-403-8000 Bedford Decision: htt...
Oct 06, 2022•1 hr 2 min
In this episode we meandered around discussing organizational trauma, operational trauma and legitimacy. We also discussed instant coffee and Mc Chickens. We discussed stress wellness and Criss Cross Apple Sauce Episode 12 - Show Notes] RESOURCES: Renee Mitchell: https://www.blueline.ca/psychological-debriefing-are-we-doing-more-harm-than-good-6321/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/13-renee-mitchell/id1412813382?i=1000445242486 Wesley Skogan - https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstr...
Sep 24, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Another unprepared conversation that covered immigration, policing, racism, micro aggression and leadership. It then wound its way to wellness, vulnerability and mens mental health. RESOURCES: Sandra Bucerius & Sara Thompson – When “Soft Security” Is Smart: On the Importance of Building Strong Community – Police Relationships in the Context of National Security: https://www.academia.edu/42080615/When_Soft_Security_Is_Smart_On_the_Importance_of_Building_Strong_Community_Police_Relationships_i...
Sep 15, 2022•56 min
*Trauma Trigger Warning* This episode was an eye opening look at the sex industry and society. We discuss an insider view to licensed and regulated sex work. This was an outstanding discussion that will provide different perspectives on what can be a polarizing topic. RESOURCES: Edmonton Area Mental Health 24-hour Distress Line: 780-482-4357 (HELP) Alberta Indigenous Mental Health Support 1-888-495-6588 Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton Support 780-423-4121 Alberta’s One Line for Sexual Violence...
Sep 08, 2022•1 hr 2 min
In this episode Teresa Strong provides a lived experience monologue that touches on trauma, resilience, survival and compassion. This is followed by an excellent discussion between the three. Teresa is raw, vulnerable and witty. Episode 9 - Show Notes] RESOURCES: Edmonton Area Mental Health 24-hour Distress Line: 780-482-4357 (HELP) Alberta Indigenous Mental Health Support 1-888-495-6588 Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton Support 780-423-4121 Alberta’s One Line for Sexual Violence 1-866-403-8000 ...
Aug 31, 2022•1 hr 7 min
While at the Gitxsan Nation at Scott’s brother in law’s wedding, we sat by the River and had a chat. We talked about retirement, wellness, systems, organizational vs operational stress, anxiety responses and what our futures look like. We had a flyby from a bald eagle and an amazing view that will eventually make it to our Insta page. [Episode 8 - Show Notes] RESOURCES Book: How to Retire Happy, Wild and Free by Ernie J. Zelinsk ACRONYMS & DEFINITIONS Risk to abscond - The increased risk to ...
Aug 20, 2022•41 min
Jodi Calahoo Stonehouse is Cree and Mohawk from Michel First Nation. She is a police commissioner and a provincial NDP candidate. She and Dan have been connected friends for years and her relationship with Scott is new and blossoming. We touch on so much from Justice, Over-Incarceration, Wellness, Culture and so much more. We hope you find it as enjoyable as we did. RESOURCES: Edmonton Area Mental Health 24-hour Distress Line: 780-482-4357 (HELP) Alberta Indigenous Mental Health Support 1-888-49...
Aug 12, 2022•59 min
*Trauma Trigger Warning*In this episode we get to spend some time with Myrna McCallum who is amazing. She is inspirational and amazing. RESOURCES: Edmonton Area Mental Health 24-hour Distress Line: 780-482-4357 (HELP) Alberta Indigenous Mental Health Support 1-888-495-6588 Gladue Decision: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/R_v_Gladue Dr. Ivan Zinger Correctional Investigator’s Report: https://www.oci-bec.gc.ca/cnt/comm/press/press20220208-eng.aspx Harold R. Johnson: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Har...
Jul 26, 2022•1 hr 12 min
Todays PodCast was an unexpected guestless chat. Due to unforeseen circumstances our guest was unavailable. So we just had a chat. We spoke about wellness, resilience, trauma and meandered around about much more. RESOURCES: ACES: www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/index.html University of Alberta Prison Project: www.canadiancriminology.com/projects/uapp Dr Caroline Angel - https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-meyer-angel-a3623316/ Harold Johnson – Book: In Peace and Good Order Harold Johnson – ...
Jul 14, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Explicit Content* This is a great episode with our first real guest, Art Ladoucer. We talk about the justice system, compassion and trauma informed justice, film school and reminisce about high school and being friends in prison when one is inside and the other is a Correctional Office. We get a little excited and say a few swears so there is some language issues hence the warning.
Jul 06, 2022•1 hr 10 min
In Episode 3 Dan interviews Scott. We talk about trauma, policing, yoga, and so much more.
Jun 15, 2022•41 min
In the first full episode Scott interviews his brother Dan to help the listener understand who your podcasters are. They talk about everything from career, trauma and even pyjamas. The next episode will feature Dan interviewing Scott. RESOURCES: www.bentarrow.ca www.citadeltheatre.com/theatre-education/in-person-camps-classes/ www.victimsofhomicide.org www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1450124405592/1529106060525 www.canadiancriminology.com/projects/uapp www.ncsa.ca/programs/stan-daniels-healing-centr...
Jun 03, 2022•41 min
A quick intro on our new podcast
May 01, 2022•2 min
