Matt Harris - The Humble Analyst

Episode 00027

Release Date: November 2, 2020

Description: Our hearts go out to the people affected and displaced by the California wildfires; we wish for a swift containment and recovery. In this episode, Matt Harris shares how he has been affected by the recent events and how he used his analytical skills to help in these situations. Matt shares multiple badge stories, one of which he surprised detectives with accurately identifying a suspect who was later apprehended the same day. Matt emphasizes the importance of accurate data entry and intelligence sharing. For car enthusiasts, Matt shares the story of his 1966 Ford Galaxie 500. Matt Harris is currently the Crime Analyst for Sonoma County. 

Names Dropped:  Canon Mullen, Jillian Goshin, Ryan Van Spronsen, Curtis Garton, Nicole Freeman, Steve Gottlieb, Phoebe Kelsoe, Brian Gray

Public Service Announcements:  Albert Mesa, Steve Gottlieb

Related Links: https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/murder-mountain-marijuana-netflix-humbolt-county-776733/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-harris-10373646/ 

Podcast Writer:  Mindy Duong

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: [email protected]

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YouTube Version:  https://youtu.be/DPtJgjvYuTU

0:00:31 – Introducing Matt           
0:08:35 – Impact on Profession
0:14:53 – Badge Story #1 – Burglary Series
0:17:41 – Badge Story #2 – Marijuana Murder
0:21:29 – Badge Story #3 – Another Marijuana Murder
0:28:06 – Break – Albert Mesa and Steve Gottlieb
0:29:16 – Badge Story #4 – Prisoners & Home Invasion Robberies
0:39:54 – Improving Data Processes
0:49:22 – New RMS
1:00:05 – Local Law Enforcement Analysis Associations
1:07:29 – 1966 Ford Galaxie 500
1:11:53 – Word to the World