Failing Justice
The Failing Justice Podcast, where real conversations about criminal justice unfold. Founded by law enforcement veteran, Justin Carlson, we bring insider insights to the forefront. Join us as we tackle issues like police reform, systemic challenges, and wrongful convictions. Get ready for unfiltered discussions, inspiring stories, and expert interviews. Together, let's challenge norms, amplify voices, and drive change. Tune in for a unique perspective on justice, advocacy, and the journey to a fair and equitable society.
NOTE: Failing Justice serves as a free speech platform committed to discussing a spectrum of stories surrounding truth, justice, corruption, and the broader legal system. The podcast embraces diverse insights on these matters, recognizing the inherent controversy within the legal discourse. Our aim is to promote open dialogue and critical examination of these topics while maintaining a professional and respectful environment.
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Episodes
33 episodes
TCOLE, Coffee City, and the Power of the Media. What’s the Real Story? Guest: Johnjay Portillo
In this episode of Failing Justice, we sit down with JohnJay Portillo, the former Coffee City police chief at the center of numerous controversies and headlines. While the media has painted a vivid picture of scandals and corruption, Portillo c...
Untold Story - Guest: Viral Sailor, Lt. Dan
Listener discretion is advised: This episode contains strong language and discussions that may not be suitable for all audiences.Joseph Malinowski, better known as 'Lieutenant Dan' on TikTok, made headlines for his daring choice to ride...
Beyond Bars: Jermaine Archer's Journey from Wrongful Conviction to Advocacy
In this episode, Jermaine Archer shares his incredible journey from wrongful conviction to freedom after 22 years in Sing Sing Correctional Facility. A passionate advocate for justice, Jermaine discusses his work as a paralegal and educator, hi...
Anderson County, Texas, District Attorney’s Incompetence in Death Row Case of Robert Roberson
Robert Roberson was set to be executed today for a crime he didn’t commit, but in a last-minute decision, his execution has been stayed. During a Texas Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence hearing, Anderson County District Attorney Allison Mitch...
Is Lee County Florida Sheriff, Carmine Marceno, Involved In Money Laundering? Guest: Former Lee County Deputy, Mike Hollow
In this explosive episode, we sit down with Mike Hollow, a 17-year veteran of the Lee County Florida Sheriff’s Office and current candidate for sheriff, to discuss the allegations surrounding Sheriff Carmine Marceno. From viral videos to FBI in...
Championing the Voices of the Victimized
In this episode, we’re joined by Aswad, Vice President of ASJ, who shares his compelling journey from being a promising basketball player to becoming a leading advocate for justice reform. On August 24, 2009, at just 26 years old, Aswad was pre...
A Detailed Look Into a Conviction Integrity Unit | Guest: Cynthia Garza
Justin and Preston welcome Cynthia Garza to the podcast. Cynthia Garza is the Special Fields Bureau Chief of the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office’s and Chief of the Conviction Integrity Unit (CIU). The CIU primarily reviews cases concer...
The Good Cops - Whistleblowers | Guest: Austin Handle
Justin has a candid conversation with guest, Austin Handle, regarding whistleblower cops. Austin is a whistleblower cop out of Dunwoody, Georgia. Austin tells his story and experience about fighting to get his name back after he was retaliated ...
Courageous Leadership - Guest: Dr. Travis Yates
Dr. Yates has spent 30 years in law enforcement and the last 25 years as a supervisor and manager. His previous assignments include patrol, gang investigations, training, technology, policy, media relations, jail operations and special operatio...
Prison, Recidivism & Leadership
Justin and Preston sit down with Cheryl Morris. Cheryl worked with the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision for three decades in both Central Office, minimum, medium and maximum security prisons. Cheryl...
Whispers of Deceit - Corruption Unraveled in Smith County, Texas
In Smith County, Texas, law enforcement, prosecutors, attorneys, judges, and many more have come together to ruin the Phillips family. The father is Terry Phillips who is the Precinct 3 County Commissioner and the mother, Karen Phillips, is the...
Good Bail Reform or Bad Bail Reform? Guest: Ken W. Good
Join us as we sit down with Ken W. Good, a bail reform attorney out of Tyler, Texas.We discuss the ins and outs of good bail reform and bad bail reform. Ken says most bail reform being presented is bad bail reform that ultimately leads ...
What Happened To Daniel Barajas On Interstate 30?
The first podcast of 2024! Join Justin and Preston as they speak with the family of Daniel Barajas. Daniel died suddenly after a bizarre encounter with law enforcement in Saline County Arkansas. The encounter started as law enforce...
Letters From Sing Sing (Recap) - A Story of Wrongful Conviction for Murder
Justin recaps his trip to New York City for the 2nd United Justice Coalition Summit at the Javits Center. This was a special and informative trip. Just met Dan Slepian with NBC Dateline and Jon-Adrian Velasquez (JJ) who did 23.5 years in ...
How Mental Health Affects Law Enforcement, Influencing Justice and Public Service
Justin and Preston speak on how mental health affects law enforcement. Furthermore, how not dealing with the matter from within affects the outcome of justice and providing police service to the public.Links from show:https://youtu....
A Talk From The Heart
In this episode, Justin and Preston just simply talk. There were no actual topics of discussion on the show notes. There are times in life when you just have to be human and speak from the heart. We hope that our raw talk about life and the str...
33 Years Taken - The Journey To Freedom | Guest: Tyrone Day
Justin and Preston sit down and talk with Tyrone Day, a Dallas, Texas, native who was wrongfully convicted and incarcerated in 1990 for a sexual assault crime that he did not commit or partake in. Tyrone's story was insightful, emotional and im...
Leonard Cure's Death: A Breakdown of the Incident
Justin and Preston breakdown the traffic stop of Leonard Cure. Leonard was shot and killed by Camden County Georgia Sheriff Deputy, Buck Aldridge on a traffic stop on I-95 in Georgia. Was this preventable? What could law enforcement done better...
NYPD Officer Christian Zapata Violently Beats Down a Citizen | De-Escalation Training - Why Is It Not Mandatory In All States?
Justin sits down with Preston Green Jr. and they discuss de-escalation tactics and training. As of a 2021 stat, there are still 20 states that do not have de-escalation training mandated into their police cadet training. Justin and Preston also...
At What Age Should You Be Allowed to Become A Cop? Guest: Preston Green Jr
Preston Green Jr. was in the studio for this episode. Preston is active law enforcement and works with Justin at a smaller agency in North Texas. Preston and Justin are best friends outside of work and share many of the same thoughts and belief...
Death Behind Bars - A Story of Law Enforcement Injustice | Guest: James Gillen.
James Gillen comes on the Failing Justice Podcast and speaks out against poor leadership and illegal behavior within the law enforcement profession. Gillen speaks about Nathan Lee Johns, a mentally ill patient that was in the UT Health Hospital...
Do As I Say, Not As I Do - Leadership Style | Guest: Jason Compton
Justin hosts Jason Compton, a former law enforcement officer and colleague. Justin and Jason went to the academy together and both got out of law enforcement to enter the private sector. Justin has since gotten back in, but Jason is still out. ...
Law Enforcement Unmasked: A Cop's Journey Out and Life's Unexpected Challenges | GUEST: Jose Lozano
Justin sits down with Jose Lozano, a former police officer who left the profession and went to the private sector and has been extremely successful. Justin and Jose unmask the realities from within the profession that the public does not see. J...
Did 9/11 Teach Us Anything?
A special tribute to those that lost their lives on 9/11. Michelle Grisham, New Mexico's governor has banned constitutional carry of firearms for 30 days because it is a "Public Health" emergency. Cops in New Mexico pull a family out of their v...
Miles of Freedom - Interview w/ Richard Miles (Exonerated for a 1994 Murder in Dallas, TX)
Justin sits down with Richard Miles in the studio for a LIVE interview. Richard spent fifteen years of his life in prison from the age of nineteen to thirty-three. Richard fought the system to prove his innocence, but not after losing man...