Beyond the Collabobabble

A podcast committed to sharing stories of collaboration, system improvement and system reform in the Colorado Courts. Meet the people leading change and taking action!

Shenandoah "Shen" Chefalo, Founder & Lead Strategist to Chefalo Consulting

Our new episode highlights Shenandoah Chefalo, Founder & Lead Strategist, to Chefalo Consulting. Come learn more about one of the nation’s leading experts in trauma-informed leadership and systems change. She brings over 20 years of experience helping organizations in education, health care, nonprofits, and government transform how they lead, serve, and support.

11-25
01:07:51

Jessica Brill Deputy Director of Court Services, SCAO

Our new episode highlights Jessica Brill who is the Deputy Director of the Court Services Division with the State Court Administrator's Office. Come learn more about Jessica's trajectory throughout her Judicial career and her experiences as a leader.

09-04
01:01:31

Court Operations, Research, & Education: Sara Harms, CORE Manager, SCAO

In this episode, join us as we chat with Sara Harms, the Court Operations, Research, and Education Unit Manager with the State Court Administrator's Office. We discuss her career with Judicial - from her start as a Judicial Assistant, to Clerk of Court and Jury Commissioner, to Court Services! Her passion for public service and mentorship runs deep, and her dedication to effective and efficient court operations drives her to be the leader she is today.

10-18
01:05:02

Criminal Justice Programs: Amanda Myers, CJPU Manager, SCAO

Amanda discusses Criminal Programs within Judicial and her experience working within other agencies in Colorado for the betterment of our communities. She is passionate about our programs. We learn more about Amanda and have a lovely chat in the process.

07-22
55:14

Court User Survey and Data: Robert Jones; Data Analyst II, SCAO

In this episode, your hosts sit down with Robert Jones, Court Data Analyst to discuss the new Court User Survey. Hang with us as we discuss how the User Survey was designed and developed, the scope of submissions, and more. We also learn more about Robert and what brings him joy (hint! He declares himself a "Nerd.") We enjoyed chatting with Robert, and we hope you enjoy learning more about Robert, and the Court User Survey.

11-06
48:21

Introducing Our New Host: Alexis Fredrickson; Family Unit Programs Coordinator, SCAO

In this episode, get to know your new Hosts, Alexis Fredrickson and Jessie Cross! We chat about all things Alexis, the Family Programs she Coordinates, Committees Alexis is active in, and more.

11-06
29:17

Farewell to the Creator: Bill DeLisio, Family Law Programs Manager, SCAO

Sit down for a chat with the new and old hosts of the Judicial Podcast! In this episode, Alexis and Jessie speak with Bill, the founder of Beyond the Collabobabble, and former Family Law Programs Manager. We discuss the creation and evolution of the Judicial Podcast, Bill's path to his role as the Family Law Programs Manager, and well wishes on his journey forward.

11-06
45:36

Authentic Leadership: Paul McCain, Probation Supervisor, 17th Judicial District

0:00 Introduction9:00 Comparing and contrasting probation work from Walsenburg to Cañon City from Cañon City to Commerce City17:00 Journey as a supervisor and foundational values of authentic leadership21:00 Boundaries, transparency, and vulnerability as a supervisor  31:00 Awareness of trauma and probation work35:00 Generations in the work place45:00 Need for flexibility and application of principles to supervising probationers 49:00 Assessments and changes in assessments56:30 Three take aways for taking action57:30 Getting to know the guest       

10-19
01:02:53

CJA to Regional Trainer: Jessie Cross, Regional Trainer, Court Services Division, State Court Administrator’s Office

0:00 Introduction4:00 Opportunity Knocks8:00 Pre Pandemic and Post Pandemic Experiences10:00 Starting a Career with Judicial11:30 What DO CJAs Do?19:00 Adult Learning 29:00 Automation and Future of the Work40:00 Examples of Collaborative Projects 52:30 3 Takeaways for Taking Action56:00 Getting to Know the Guest    

09-28
01:10:15

Taking the Bench During The Pandemic & Building an Anti-Racist Organization: Hon. Dea Lindsey, District Court Judge, 20th Judicial District

0:00 Introduction10:30 Is there a such thing judicial philosophy?11:00 Rule of Law and Racial Equity14:40 Transitioning from Lawyer to Judge20:00 Experience Chairing the Boulder County Culture Responsiveness and Inclusion Advisory Committee22:00 Courageous Conversations About Race!27:00 Do You Need Extra Money to Talk About Race?32:00  Defensiveness and Conflicts Within Yourself & Discomfort 35:00 Going Below the Shoulders & Dysregulation38:00 Feeling Safe versus Feeling Uncomfortable 45:00 Three Take Aways for Taking Action48:30 Getting to Know the Guest       

09-14
51:42

Judicial Diversity Outreach: Judge Jaclyn Brown (COA), Sumi Lee Head of Judicial Diversity and Outreach at the SCAO, Erin Scott Court of Appeals Law Clerk

0:00 Opening7:00 Introductions12:30 Update on Judicial Diversity19:20 Court Appeals Efforts to Address Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Antiracism27:30 Java with Judges39:00 Emerging Issues in the Practice of Law42:00 IDEA Committee - Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Antiracism 53:00 Java with Judges Planning Group Shout Out53:30 Three Take Aways for Taking Action56:00 Getting to Know the Guests       

03-02
01:03:49

Episode: Tribal Justice, and Reforming Juvenile Courts and Child Welfare: Sheldon Spotted Elk, Program Director, Tribal Justice Partnership, National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges

0:00 Opening 6:00 What is "Justice"?16:00 The law and what is baked into it?20:00 Pondering humanity, healing, and connection27:00 Does law school and the adversarial legal system prepare attorneys and judges to address the biological, social, and psychological needs of individuals that are court involved?38:00 Attributes of Tribal Courts and Codes50:00 The work of the NCJFCJ Advisory Committee on Neglect and Child Poverty58:20 Three Take Aways for Taking Action (ICWA Courts, Reading List, Understanding Tribal People)63:14 Getting to Know the Guest  

01-26
01:09:30

The Master Narrative: How are you showing up to change racism? Corey Best, Founder & Community Curator, Mining for Gold, LLC

0:00  Opening9:00 Do we trust one another to do this work?13:00  Speaking truth 17:00  Seeking Support19:00  Community Curator 25:00  The Construct of Race (1619 - 1964)35:00  What is the master narrative and 3 protocols for discussing race?59:00 Engagement: Are we thinking of a service or are we thinking about a human being?70:00  Sharing Power and Resources: Taking responsibility for your power!77:00  How do we know if we are sharing power with people?81:00  Three Take Aways for Taking Action82:00 Getting to Know the Guest

01-13
01:30:08

The Master Narrative: How are you showing up to change racism? Corey Best, Founder & Community Curator, Mining for Gold, LLC

0:00  Opening9:00 Do we trust one another to do this work?13:00  Speaking truth 17:00  Seeking Support19:00  Community Curator 25:00  The Construct of Race (1619 - 1964)35:00  What is the master narrative and 3 protocols for discussing race?59:00 Engagement: Are we thinking of a service or are we thinking about a human being?70:00  Sharing Power and Resources: Taking responsibility for your power!77:00  How do we know if we are sharing power with people?81:00  Three Take Aways for Taking Action82:00 Getting to Know the Guest              

01-13
01:30:08

Office of the State Court Administrator: Steven Vasconcellos, State Court Administrator, Colorado State Court Administrator's Office

0:00 Opening10:00  Working with Supreme Court and Across the Judicial Department17:00 Guiding Principles and Priorities Moving Forward28:00  The Pivot to Remote Court and The Future of Remote Court Services 34:00  Investigations, Humanity of the Organization, and Building a Sustainable Culture 37:30  Three Takeaways for Taking Action39:30  Getting to Know the Guest

11-24
49:41

Post Pandemic Court Technology and Remote Court Services in the 4th JD: Scott Sosebee, Court Executive, 4th Judicial District

0:00 Opening12:00 Difficulty of Long Term Planning  During Pandemic14:30 New and Old Technology and Data Challenges 25:30 The New Normal! (UGH)31:00 Work is Changing?!?45:05 CCJC/COSCA Six Guiding Principles for the Post Pandemic Use of Court Technology57:30 Challenges and Opportunities Moving Forward70:00 Take Aways for Taking Action76:00 Getting to Know the Guest       

09-15
01:24:24

“Justice” and the American Indian Worldview: Dr. Andrew Yost & Dr. Tink Tinker

0:00 Introduction9:20 Justice and the American Indian Worldview19:30 I Am Not Euro Christian!  Yeah You Are!25:00 Two Euro Christian Technologies  (War Making & Rule of Law)28:30 Western Trained Lawyer & Rule of Law41:52 Decolonization and Decoloniality 50:00 3 Take Aways for Taking Action60:00 Getting to Know the Guest      

06-23
01:17:06

Traumatic Brain Injury and Behavior Change: Russha Knauer, Department of Probation Services, Colorado State Court Administrator’s Office

0:00 Opening6:15  Defining Traumatic Brain Injury14:00 Overview of Neuro Psych and TBI evaluation19:00 Unreliable Evaluations and Treatment and the Impacts22:30 If you see one brain injury, you have seen one brain injury26:30 Risk Need Responsivity29:00 Prevalence Rates of Cooccurring Conditions 33:00 How the TBI work started in Colorado41:00 Brain Injury Research, Screening Protocols and Key Partners52:00 3 Take Aways for Taking Action53:20 Getting to Know the Guests        

06-09
57:36

Culture of Trust: Improve Relationships, Morale and Performance in the Workplace: Josh Dye, President & Founder of Convene, LLC, a speaking, training, and marketing consulting company

0:00 Opening6:00 Transitioning to Virtual Work8:20 Building a Culture of Trust13:00 Building a Culture of Trust is Everyone's Responsibility24:00 Deep Work and Clarifying Remote Work30:00 Speaking Honestly in the Workplace and Understanding your Audience34:00 Adapting to Each Other38:00 Business Relationships Versus Personal Relationships42:00 Self Management and Self Care53:30 11 Very Fast Take Aways (Unique Traits if High Trust People)57:40 Getting to Know Guest      

05-26
01:00:45

UnSystem: Families Are The Solution (not the problem): Amelia Franck Meyer, ED.D, LISW, Alia Innovations

0:00 Opening5:00 The Impacts of Trauma  and Child Welfare Work11:00 History of Prevention Services and Out of Home Placements14:00 Overview of ACE Study and Safety21:30 Description of Creating "An UnSystem"34:30 Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion & the Early Roots of Child Welfare System41:30 What Does Giving Power and Sharing Power look Like?44:15 Working in Rules Based and Compliance Based Systems52:00 Know Better, Do Better54:00 Three Take Aways for Taking Action56:00 Getting to Know the Guest            

05-12
01:00:43

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