The Jeff-alytics Podcast
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Can data uncover the real story of crime and justice in America?
Jeff Asher—nationally recognized crime data analyst, co-founder of AH Datalytics, co-creator of the Real Time Crime Index, and author of the Jeff-alytics Substack—sits down with policymakers, academics, journalists, and everyday people to reveal what the numbers actually show. Each episode challenges the myths we believe, exposes the gap between headlines and reality, and asks: what happens when we finally see crime clearly?
New episodes drop every other week! Visit ahdatalytics.com to learn more.
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Recent Episodes
How Crime Data Shapes Political Narratives With Galen Druke
Today’s guest is Galen Druke, host of the GD Politics podcast and one of the smartest voices out there talking about the intersection of politics and data. This episode’s mission was simple: do the…
How Research Is Reshaping Criminal Justice Policy With Jennifer Doleac
Today, I'm talking with my friend Jennifer Doleac about how research makes better choices in criminal justice policy possible. This is very evident in her new book (out this week!) called 'The…
Inside the FBI’s Crime Data Reporting With Assistant Director Tim Ferguson
I started tracking national murder trends in 2015 with a spreadsheet and data from around 25 random agencies that published at different cadences. That spreadsheet became a Google Sheet which became…
Transforming Criminal Justice in New Orleans with District Attorney Jason Williams
As the District Attorney in New Orleans, Jason Williams is faced with a nearly impossible task. He must balance the job of being the prosecutor in a city that has had one of the nation’s highest…
How To Reduce Gun Violence in Cities With Jens Ludwig
In this conversation, Jens Ludwig discusses his extensive research on gun violence, particularly focusing on youth violence and the role of the University of Chicago Crime Lab. He emphasizes the…
The Science Behind Smarter Policing With Jerry Ratcliffe
In this engaging conversation, criminologist Jerry Ratcliffe shares his unique journey from a police officer to an academic specializing in policing. He discusses the importance of evidence-based…
What We Get Wrong About Crime And Immigration With Dara Lind
In this conversation, Dara Lind discusses her extensive background in immigration policy and reporting, the complexities of the U.S. immigration system, and the often misunderstood relationship…
The Policies Behind Atlantic County’s Safer Streets With William Reynolds
Today, Jeff talks with Atlantic County prosecutor William Reynolds about building an efficient, effective, and fair criminal justice system in one of the most interesting places in America: Atlantic…
The Nation’s Crime Measures with Alex Piquero
In this engaging conversation, former Bureau of Justice Statistics director Alex Piquero shares his journey from playing in a rock band to becoming a prominent figure in criminology and the Bureau of…
The Jeff-alytics 2025 Year in Review
This was a banner year for the Jeff-alytics universe and it's time to recap it! In this episode, host Jeff Asher reflects on three conversations this year that really resonated. This episode…
S1E10 Episode 10: When Criminal Justice Policy Ignores Lived Experiences with Ifetayo Harvey
In this conversation, Jeff Asher and Ifetayo Harvey explore the misconceptions surrounding crime trends, the importance of context in data interpretation, and the stigma associated with drug use.…
S1E9 Episode 9: Lessons From Economics on Communicating Crime Data with Paul Krugman
In this episode of the Jeff-alytics Podcast, Paul Krugman discusses his extensive background in economics, the challenges of communicating economic realities, and the discrepancies between public…
S1E8 Episode 8: What Can Minneapolis Teach Us About Police Reform? with Ganesha Martin, Esq.
In this episode of the Jeff-alytics Podcast, Ganesha Martin, Esq. shares her unique journey from law to policing, reflecting on her experiences in Baltimore and Minneapolis. She discusses the…
S1E7 Episode 7: Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About NIBRS But Were Afraid To Ask with Dr. Susan Parker
In this conversation, Dr. Susan Parker discusses her work at the intersection of health and crime, focusing on NIBRS (the National Incident-Based Reporting System) and its implications for…
S1E6 Episode 6: Data and the Prosecutor with Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner
In this conversation, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner discusses his journey to office, the innovative use of data in criminal justice, and the importance of community engagement. He…
S1E5 Episode 5: A Legislator’s Vision for Data-informed Policymaking with Whitney Westerfield
In this conversation, Whitney Westerfield shares his journey as a state senator and his insights into criminal justice policy. He discusses the importance of data in shaping legislation, his…
S1E4 Episode 4: How Can Jail Data Inform Criminal Justice Policies? ft. Anna Harvey
In this episode, Jeff Asher and Anna Harvey discuss the Jail Data Initiative, a groundbreaking project improving the way we collect and analyze data on jail populations. Anna explains the challenges…
S1E3 Episode 3: Understanding America’s Crime Debate with Philip Bump
In this conversation, Jeff Asher and writer Philip Bump discuss the disconnect between public perception of crime and real crime statistics. Philip explores how media narratives, political agendas,…
S1E2 Episode 2: Can Data Change the Way We See Crime? with Laura Arnold
In this episode, Jeff Asher speaks with Laura Arnold, founder and co-chair of Arnold Ventures, about the significant gap between crime data and public perception—and what it means for public policy.…
S1E1 Episode 1: Why Stories Stick and Data Struggles with Michael Lewis
In this conversation, Michael Lewis and Jeff Asher delve into the complexities of crime trends and the role of data in shaping public perception. They discuss the challenges of effectively…
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The Jeff-alytics Podcast has published 21 episodes since September 2025, covering topics in Documentary, Education.
The Jeff-alytics Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 36m.
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