The California Probation Connection

by Laura Dixon

Welcome to the California Probation Connection, a podcast by the Chief Probation Officers of California (CPOC) and hosted by CPOC executive director, Karen Pank. This podcast is a space to dive deeper into the complex topics that face probation professionals, as well as everyone involved in our justice system.

Podcast episodes

  • Season 1

  • The California Probation Connection Episode 13

    The California Probation Connection Episode 13

    In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of probation and discuss just some of the efforts used to address the complex mental and behavioral health needs of individuals on their journey toward reentry.

  • The California Probation Connection Episode 11

    The California Probation Connection Episode 11

    In this episode, we showcase a panel discussion following the premiere of "Jetro's Journey," a documentary highlighting the life of Jetro, a young man under the care of Sacramento County Probation's supervised foster care program. The panel explores the transformative impact of probation officers and resource parents on the lives of individuals like Jetro.

  • The California Probation Connection Episode 10

    The California Probation Connection Episode 10

    For Probation Services Week, we sat down with Marlon Yarber, the Chief Probation Officer of Sacramento County, to hear about his professional journey and discuss how the work of probation has evolved. We also explored whether the mission has remained the same and how it aims to effectuate change for the improvement of our communities.

  • The California Probation Connection Episode 9

    The California Probation Connection Episode 9

    In this episode, we hear from Chief Marshall Hopper and Probation Manager Aaron Johnson of Placer County to talk about their innovative approach to servicing their communities through mobile probation vehicles and how these vehicles have become a moving landmark to the probationers they serve.

  • The California Probation Connection Episode 8

    The California Probation Connection Episode 8

    In this episode, we hear from the CPOC Award Winner for the 2022 Employee of the Year, Jim Schuette, and the Chief of Shasta County Probation, Tracie Neal, about how Shasta Probation transformed prevention efforts in the school system by assigning Schuette to duty.