CCW Podcast

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Citizens' Crime Watch is an organization all about promoting public safety in creative ways and this podcast is no different! On the CCW Podcast you'll find different topics ranging from basic safety tips and awareness to heavier subjects like domestic violence and gang activity. With our different partnerships in the public safety space well bring on a new guest every episode to discuss these themes.

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Ep. 35 Mental Health Awareness - MDPD Mental Health & Wellness Bureau

May 01 2024 30 mins  
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!! So, in this episode, Joe is joined by Major Melissa Barosela, from the Miami-Dade Police Department Mental Health & Wellness Bureau. They talk about the recent increase in mental health issues and what resources families have to get a person in crisis help. They also discuss what new tactics MDPD has to deal with a mental crisis call and w

Ep. 34 Tax Fraud: Tips from the IRS on how to avoid it

Apr 01 2024 26 mins  
In this episode, Joe is joined by Special Agent in Charge Matt Line, from the Internal Revenue Service, Miami Field Office. They talk about what is considered Tax Fraud and how these criminals are targeting their victims. They discuss some of the tactics from stolen information for fraudulent returns to shady tax accountant scams. The IRS provides lots of helpful information and pr

Ep. 33 Frauds and Scams Targeting Seniors

Mar 01 2024 65 mins  
In this episode, Joe is joined by Detective Marcos Rodriguez, from the Miami-Dade Police Department’s Economic Crimes Section, and they talk about current frauds and scams that are targeting seniors. They discuss the latest tactics from utility scams, grandparent scams, lottery scams, to financial invest frauds, and many more. Lots of helpful information and prevention tips are c

Ep. 32 What's Going On At CCW: RAD Update With Joe & Vivi

Feb 02 2024 41 mins  
In this episode, Joe is joined by Vivian Havlin, our Executive Director, and they talk about what’s going on at CCW and update everyone on the Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) Women’s Self Defense Program. CCW has been holding monthly classes for the past year all around the County. You’ll learn about the RAD Program, why it’s so successful and why we are so passionate about p

Ep. 31 Human Trafficking Awareness

Dec 31 2023 41 mins  
Did you know that January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month? In this episode, in recognition of this awareness, Joe is joined by Det. Jessica Barriel, from the Miami-Dade Police Department’s Human Trafficking Task Force. They discuss what is Human Trafficking and the various forms such as sexual servitude and labor trafficking. They talk about some signs to look out for as wel

Ep. 30 Holiday Safety Tips with Joe & Vivi. Stay Safe While Shopping & Traveling This Holiday Season

Nov 24 2023 61 mins  
In this episode, Joe is joined by Vivian Havlin, our Executive Director, and they talk about safety during the holiday season. They share tips to keep you safe while you are shopping out and about, shopping online, safe ways to get your packages delivered, disposing of old items, and safety while you are traveling. Lots of great information on this episode, so don’t miss it! Als

Ep. 29 Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design

Oct 27 2023 20 mins  
On this episode, we are on location in Lake Buena Vista, FL for the 2023 Florida Crime Prevention Association (FCPA) Crime Prevention Conference and we take a moment to speak with Art Hushen about Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). We learn about how CPTED is impacting the world of crime prevention and how it's quickly becoming the strategy for a safer tomor

Ep. 28 Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services

Sep 29 2023 34 mins  
This episode we talk with Ivonne Perez-Suarez from the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. We learn about all the consumer protection services they provide, as well as, all the regulatory services they are responsible for. For more information, please call the following numbers or visit the links below: Schedule presentations with Ivonne 850-491-5461 Reportin

Ep. 27 Emergency Management and Hurricane Preparedness

Aug 11 2023 34 mins  
This month we cover all things Emergency Management as well as Hurricane preparedness. For more resources and information see the links below. Miami-Dade Emergency Management website: https://miamidade.gov/dem C.E.R.T. Program: https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1473875073344231 FEMA /U.S. Department of Homeland Security site for preparedness: https:/

Ep. 26 Crime Prevention Gadgets

Aug 07 2023 57 mins  
Make sure to listen till the end to see how you could win a free Ring Device. In this episode Vivian and Joe go over different crime prevention devices. Citizens Crime Watch does not endorse any of these brands and are just giving there opinion on different devices.