Episode #156
The Prediction of Violence with Dr. Michael Howell
Send us Fan Mail We talk with Dr. Michael Howell about earning a PhD and why his dissertation targets a neglected gap in active killer research: how churches train and prepare to stop violence. We connect his findings and his off-duty Costco shooting to real-time threat cues, officer safety, and why unsupported policies can get people hurt. • what it takes to finish a doctoral program and dissertation • why church security training and preparation is under-researched • lessons from an off-duty active killer encounter at Costco • the limits of backward-looking offender profiles for frontline safety • real-time pre-attack indicators and practical intervention options • routine activity theory as a prevention framework for churches • domestic violence spillover and why churches become targets • concerns about mandatory de-escalation for violent subjects • unanswered questions about medication, mental health and violence research • using peer-reviewed measurements to evaluate training results We invite you to join other courageous leaders at TravisYates.org . Our show sponsor, Telegenix , offers a discount on all wellness resources for first responders and their spouses. Our show sponsor, Telegenix , offers a 37% discount on all wellness resources for first responders and their spouses. Join Our Tribe of Courageous Leaders: Get The Book Get Weekly Articles by Travis Yates Join Us At Our Website Get Our 'Courageous Leadership' Training Join The Courageous Police Leadership Alliance
