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Episode 347:  The Monthly Crime Report(4-14-2013)…

Show Summary:

Today I will discuss the continued decline of structure and stability in the cities of Detroit, MI, Chicago, IL and Oakland, CA(Kalifornia).  These cities represent the bloated bureaucracies of old and how these mega municipalities are currently incapable of dealing with the crime within these cities.  Unfortunately, the combination of ineptitude within the government’s of these cities, combined with the inability of the citizens to form an effective voice that could form grass-roots community based movements to deal with this devolution is why these cities are places to be avoided.  Or if on vacation/business, be very careful and only stay in well maintained areas(sometimes this is not even enough as we will discuss today).

Show Notes/Topics And Links:

Adult Podcast

• This is an adult podcast – you are now officially forewarned

Problems With These Cities – Minute 3:45

• Police forces have been reduced due to budget cuts, the district attorney offices are a joke, the bureaucrats/politicians are an even bigger joke and no cohesive grass-roots movement by the citizens to do something constructive to stop the crime

Oakland, CA(Kalifornia) – Minute 8:16

• Curtsey of Wikipedia, Crime in Oakland, California

Detroit, MI – Minute 14:01

• Curtsey of Record – Eagle.com, Detroit mayor announces crime plan, by Staff

Chicago, IL – Minute 23:35

• Curtsey of USNews/NBCNews.com, Hundreds of teens mob pedestrians on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, by Alexandria Fisher, NBCChicago.com

Helpful Links:

• SpotCrime

• SpotCrime for Chicago, Detroit and Oakland

Later,

Lat Cozad

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Episode 333:  Weekly Economic And Crime Reports(3-31-2013)…

Show Summary:

Well, here we go.  The American economy is currently contracting in the first quarter of 2013.  We saw anemic growth in the last quarter of 2012, with the 3rd and final revision of fourth quarter GDP showing only .37 growth.  The brainiac economists were hoping and calling for .5 growth.  And that is really friggin awesome, NOT!

For today’s show, I will dive into the macro economic data for that last week.  Additionally, I will discuss the divergence in the stock market and the real economy.  The stock market is due for a correction; that correction will probably be severe.

For closing the show out, I will discuss vigilante justice in Mexico, as people are tired of dealing with the crime coming from the drug war.  Eventually, when you have chaos and corruption, people will take their safety into their own hands.  Frontier justice anybody?

Show Notes/Topics And Links:

Adult Podcast

• This is an adult podcast – you are now officially forewarned

This Show

• There were no show notes when I recorded this podcast, so the notes below are more like a general summary of today’s podcast – Enjoy!

Economy

• GDP sucks and we’re in a another downturn with this economy – believe that!

• The economy on the street is in shambles as the stock market continues to climp

• Curtsey of ZeroHedge, Chart Of The Day: Deja Vu All Over Again, by Tyler Durden

Charts curtsey Of ZeroHedge.com and Bloomberg.com

• Study that chart closely – prepare for the stock market correction/crash cause it is a coming

Crime

• Frontier justice in Mexico?

• Curtsey of DailyMail.co.uk, Thousands of armed vigilantes takeover Mexican town, arrest police and shoot at tourists after ‘commander’ is killed and dumped in the street, by Alex Gore

Monday

• 30 Minutes With The Poor Man Prepper will be released in the latter part of the day on Monday, probably late in the afternoon

Later,

Lat Cozad

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Episode 326:  Weekly Economic And Crime Reports(3-24-2013)…

Show Notes/Topics And Links:

Adult Podcast

• This is an adult podcast – you are now officially forewarned

This Show

• There were no show notes when I recorded this podcast, so the notes below are more like a general summary of today’s podcast – Enjoy!

Economy:

European Economic Melt Down Continues

• Flash PMI readings for Europe were abysmal

• Of the larger countries, only Germany is managing to hang on, but their manufacturing PMI readings contracted last month as well

• Curtsey of Mish’s Global Economic Trends Analysis, Hope vs. Reality; Eurozone Downturn Intensifies, Led by Sharpest Drop in French Private Sector Output in Four Years, by Mish Shedlock

• Japan’s economy continues to falter, as export data misses big – Japan Exports Fall but Firms’ Mood Improves Amid Recovery Hopes

Crime:

• What happens when the elite get away with economic crimes against the common people?

• Short answer – nothing.  And that is the insanity of too big to fail

• Curtsey of The New York Times, After the ‘London Whale’, by THE EDITORIAL BOARD

• There seems to be no justice for those who are apparently above the law

Later,

Lat Cozad

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Episode 319:  Weekly Economic And Crime Reports(3-17-2013)…

Show Notes/Topics And Links:

Adult Podcast

• This is an adult podcast – you are now officially forewarned

Economy:

America

• Are we recovering?

• Recent ISM data for manufacturing and services would seem to suggest so

• And the regional Fed indices are looking strong

• Retail sales rock

• But consumer sentiment sucks

• Curtsey of Bloomberg, Consumer Sentiment in U.S. Falls to Lowest Point in Year, Jeanna Smialek

Europe

• What else is there to say?

• One word – depression

• Germany seems to be trying to stay a float, with manufacturing leading the way

• But how long will that last?

• France?  Hello socialism

Japan

• Let’s print and kick this currency war a rocking

• This will end badly

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Crime:

Oakland, Kalifornia

• Curtsey of New York Times, Overrun by Crime, Oakland Looks to Make Allies in Community, NORIMITSU ONISHI

• Seems like a desperate act, will see if this plan works in the future

New York, NY

• Curtsey of The New York Daily News, Enraged protesters battle cops in Brooklyn streets during third night of rioting after it’s revealed that 16-year-old Kimani Gray was shot in the back,

• By Chelsia Rose Marcius and Shane Dixon Kavanaugh

• Riots always scare me, especially if the intensity of the riot carries on and cannot be controlled – situational awareness is paramount

England, Swinton, Greater Manchester

• A curios story from the UK

• Curtsey of The Telegraph, Real life superhero stops fight against crime after he is attacked, By Telegraph Reporters

• Their hearts are at least in the right place

• It is all about community – grassroots movements and neighborhood watches help if people are serious and vigilant

• But you got to follow the rules of engagement and try not to become an instigator

Later,

Lat Cozad

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Episode 299:  Weekly Crime Report(12/8/2012)…

Show Notes/Topics And Links:

Police Reductions

• Curtsey of CBS SF Bay Area, Phil Matier: Oakland Crime Rate Soaring As City Loses Officers, by Phil Matier

• Times be a changing – this is why communities will be so important in the future, as municipalities continue to be squeezed

Sanity In Kalifornia – What?

• Youth crime has dropped significantly in Kalifornia

• Part of this drop can be attributed to behavioral changes in millennials, in comparison to their Gen X and Baby Boomer parents

• However, another reason for the drop is due to a provision signed into law by Gov. Schwarzenegger, that drops possession of 1 ounce of marijuana from a misdemeanor offense to a ticketed offense

• Curtsey of MensNewsDaily.com, Marijuana Arrests, General Crime Rates Plummet For California Youth: Study, Max Wishnefski

• I am curious if we will see a significant drop off in crime in Colorado and Washington after the recent pro-marijuana laws passed in those states

Stupid Criminals

• Guns save lives and criminals should be aware

• Curtsey of RT.com, Scared burglar calls 911 for help after confronting gun-wielding victim, by Staff

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Episode 285:  Weekly Crime Report(12/1/2012)…

Show Summary:

Today I want to go over mass theft, that is organized and thought out well in advance before the crime takes place.  Also, an old update on a crime that terrified me when I read about it months ago.  Should be an interesting show today.

Show Notes/Topics And Links:

Mass Theft

• This is why it sucks to be a small retailer

• But it happens to the big boy stores as well

• Curtsey of TribLive.com, Brazen heist nets Louis Vuitton bags from Ross Park Mall store, by Rick Wills

• Working together, moving fast and before you know it, some very expensive hand bags go bye, bye

Holiday Shopping Security

• With more people hitting the malls and shopping centers this time of year, people need to be on guard and checking their six while out and about

• Curtsey of Boston Business Journal, Holiday Shoppers Are Vulnerable To Parking Lot Theft — Protect Yourself This Season, by PR Newswire

Bar Room Assault

• This happened a while back and I was curious to see if anybody had actually been brought to justice over this horrible assault

• First – what happened

• Curtsey of TheDailyMailOnline.com, Father, 56, fighting for life after being stabbed trying to shield dying son from frenzied attack by hoodie gang outside pub after Chelsea match, by Chris Hanlon

• Fortunately, people have been arrested and a trial date has been set

• Curtsey of Brent And Killburn Times, Date set for Luke Fitzpatrick murder trial, by Lorraine King, News editor

• I will stay updated on this story

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Episode 273:  Weekly Crime Report(11/24/2012)…

Show Notes/Topics And Links:

• Anybody see what happened yesterday with the Black Friday crowds?

• Just in case you missed it

• That was over friggin cell phones

• What do you think would happen if these people were fighting over something more fundamental, like food or water?

• I guarantee there would be blood shed

Home Invasions/Looting

• Frankenstorm victims continue to be targeted

• Curtsey of Associated Pres, NYC storm victims’ homes looted over Thanksgiving, by Staff

• Note to self, when leaving hard hit area from natural disasters or other causes, realize that your home or property could be targeted

Corporate Crime

• HP made a big mistake with an acquisition that took place last year

• Apparently, no due diligence was made in looking at Autonomy’s books before the purchase

• HP claims that Autonomy hid financial troubles through shady accounting practices

• Curtsey of The Wall Street Journal, Dealpolitik: H-P Delicately Threads the Needle in Autonomy Fraud Allegations, by Ronald Barusch

The most important one is that Autonomy committed what H-P called “serious accounting improprieties” and that, in the words of H-P CEO Meg Whitman, they were “designed to be hidden.” Or, in short, Autonomy committed fraud.

• Makes you wonder if there are other accounting improprieties out there

• Federal Reserve, I am looking at you

Later,

Lat Cozad

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Episode 265:  Weekly Crime Report(11/18/2012)…

Show Summary:

This week I will focus on theft, state cut backs in the prion systems, and the people working in our legal system(s).  Should be an interesting podcast today.  So set back, buckle up, and get ready.  The show is about to begin.

Show Notes/Topics And Links:

Economy Linked To Crime

• These two go hand in hand – as economies decline, hard hit areas/regions will see a natural uptick in crime

• Throw in state cutbacks due to budget problems and the situation only becomes worse

Theft

• I look for common theft to only get worse over the next 2-4 years

• In the past two years we have seen thieves brazenly steal entire heating/air units from people’s homes, to stealing Apple computers from 80-year-old women

• Curtsey of CBS New York, 1,000-Pound Statue Of Shiva Stolen From N.J. Hindu Temple, by Staff

• Curtsey of WOWKTV.com, “Professional Thief” Arrested in Connection with Crime Wave, by Douglas Fritz

Budget Cut Backs

• Will prison systems release violent inmates in the future because of budget hardships?

• Curtsey of NBCSanDiego, Quadriplegic Rapist to be Released from Prison, By Lauren Steussy and Chris Chan

• What about the victim?

Later,

Lat Cozad

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My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I’m on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don’t forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list.  Or leave a Voicemail Message via SpeakPipe.

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Episode 252:  Weekly Crime Report(11/10/2012)…

Show Summary:

It has been a while since the last crime report.  To be honest, I think the last weekly crime report podcast was recorded while I was living in North Carolina.  And I thought that I would never bring this podcast segment back.

Why?  Well, I personally find the subject matter a little depressing.  Sometimes the criminals are not captured, or allowed to cut plea bargains after spending a little time in the slam.  And that is by far the worst part.  Harden criminals with street knowledge back in play with no reason to be discouraged from participating in crime again.  Sucks!

But after thinking about this reality, maybe the prevention of actual crime is the answer.  If the criminal system is deteriorating, then why not at least focus more on prevention and situational awareness.  Thinking on one’s feet, will at least allow provide for some measure of protection.

Today I will focus on Sandy’s aftermath, home invasions, and police surveillance cameras.  And some commentary on where I think this country is heading in the future.  Let’s get this show started.

Show Notes/Topics And Links:

Housekeeping

• The iTunes podcast music store still has not updated since Thursday, but it appears that my podcast is not the only one in the same situation, will have to wait for Apple to fix the directory

• Do not forget to drop by the website and leave a voice mail message – just look for the send a voice mail message on the left hand side of the screen

Rebirth

• Why I brought this podcast segment back

• Yes – this stuff gets depressing sometimes

• But – I feel that this country will slowly turn into a criminal hell over the next couple of years

• So, why not talk about some it and see what can be done to look out for the coming onslaught

Direction Of The Country In Regards To Crime

• I personally feel that we will see crime increase over the next couple of years

• Police departments will continue to see cutbacks and people will increasingly become more desperate as the economic situation in America and the world worsens

Frakenstorm Thoughts

• Looting and stealing of gas

• But con jobs where the real story

• After these storms or disasters, everybody needs to be aware of this potential

• At the very least, ask for IDs if someone comes onto your property and ask for entrance

• If you are suspicious, call the utility or energy contractor

Home Invasion

• Curtsey of MyFoxDC.com, Arrest made in burglary, attack of 81-year-old woman, Curtsey By John Henrehan, FOX 5 Reporter

• Lesson learned – the residence was scouted out in advance, vicious attack – need someway to keep an eye of elderly residences – security systems?

Police Surveillance

• I am not a fan of this type of surveillance

• Why?  It usually does nothing in the actual prevention of crime, we lose our privacy as a consequence

• Not very effective in London or Chicago

• Curtsey of CBS Los Angeles, New Anti-Crime Cameras Being Installed Downtown, by Staff

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Episode 174:  Weekly Crime Report(8-22-2012)…

Show Summary:

Several topics from the news caught my attention this week in regards to crime.  But not in a good way, as usual.  I have become increasingly frustrated with the authorities focus on average Joe and Jane on the street and not the real criminals.  This week I will discuss the misuse of the criminal justice system and the double standard society of today.

Show Notes/Topics And Links:

Update From Previous Shows:

Jenn Gibbons update

• Nothing new to report – Jenn is still recovering

• Her attacker is still at large, I will continue to keep you posted in the future – here is the attacker’s sketch

Michigan State Police
Anyone who recognizes or may have seen this man is asked to call the MSP toll-free at 1-866-411-0018.

President Bashar al-Assad update – Syria(war crimes)

• The civil war in Syria still continues – will Bashar al-Assad be arrested and face war crimes?

• This leads to my topic for today’s podcast

Today’s Crime Report:

• Why haven’t the people responsible for Fast and Furious or the MF Global debacle went to jail?

• But if average Joe or Jane does something out on the street, we are put in the slam

• Curtsey of FoxNewsLatino.com, Texas Couple Charged with Supplying Ammo to Mexican Cartels, by Staff

• Seems like a double standard, right?  Hey Holder, how about stepping down if you are not going to do your friggin job?

• What about freedom of speech?

• Curtsey of Examiner.com, Military vet arrested over Facebook posts, by D. Christian Moore

• Sometimes the offense might not even be criminally questionable to begin with, like handing out water in Arizona – yep, it is just a little hot out there

• Curtsey of DailyMail.com, Woman told she can’t pass out free water in 112-degree heat, by Nina Golgowski

• Is this today’s American justice