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2022 LPRC IMPACT was a great success! In this week’s episode, our co-hosts discuss the IMPACT Conference and the great preparations taken, the record-setting conference attendance, and a look at the LPRC moving forward into 2023! Listen in to stay updated on hot topics in the industry and more!

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Cory Lowe PhD, talks with Esther Alcaraz of ALTO about how law, community, and innovation come together to fight organized retail crime. Hear how ALTO supports retailers and prosecutors, builds safer stores, and partners with the LPRC to turn research into real-world impact.

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Cory Lowe speaks with fellow LPRC team member Dr. Sam Yeung regarding his latest Research2Practice article. Dr. Yeung explains in detail some of the latest social engineering scams and helps share some mitigation tactics to avoid falling victim to them. You won’t want to miss this episode!

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Cory Lowe speaks with James Wolfinbarger of Motorola Solutions about his remarkable journey from leading the Colorado State Patrol to driving innovation in public safety technology. James shares lessons from pivotal moments like the Columbine tragedy and 9/11, and how those events shaped his focus on technology adoption. They dive into the evolutio...

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Dr. Cory Lowe talks with long-time industry expert Mike Lamb about his career journey. They explore how loss prevention is continually evolving and how the need to build robust technology ecosystems can help better protect the average consumer.

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Dr. Cory Lowe speaks with Dr. Justin Smith about his latest LPRC Research2Practice (R2P) Report centered around ink tags. Dr. Smith talks through the project design and some of the critical opportunities and improvements with the technology. This is the first of many R2P Recaps, and you won’t want to miss this one!

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Dr. Cory Lowe speaks with Dr. Justin Smith about his journey from criminology research to applied innovation at the LPRC. Dr. Smith shares how his academic work on innovation resistance informs real-world challenges in loss prevention, from testing theft deterrent solutions like the Kanga Safe bag to offender interviews and cutting-edge research on...

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Dr. Cory Lowe talks with James Stark of Axis Communications about his career journey from retail and law enforcement to leading roles at Neiman Marcus and Pier One. They explore how loss prevention is evolving to balance customer experience with security, the role of visual sensors and business intelligence in retail, and leadership lessons learned...

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Cory Lowe speaks with Chris Henningsen, Manager of the Real-time Crime Center in Scottsdale, Arizona. They discuss how to set up a SOC, technology upgrades in the field, and the continued collaboration with the Real Time Crime Center Association. Listen in to learn a little bit more about Real Time Crime Center strategies!

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Cory Lowe speaks with Raul Aguilar, Senior Director of Law Enforcement Partnerships at the Auror. They discuss Raul’s extensive law enforcement background at HSI, the various law enforcement and retailer collaboration operations, and an examination of the technologies used to help identify criminal networks. Listen in to learn a little bit more abo...

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Cory Lowe speaks with Candace Blue, program manager at the American Restroom Association, LIVE at the LPRC labs. They discuss Candace’s background at the American Restroom Association, restroom protection strategies, and her travels on The Great American Toilet Tour. Listen in to learn a little bit more about restroom protection strategies!

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Cory Lowe speaks with Basia Pietrawska, a long-time leader in loss prevention and criminology. They discuss Basia’s background, growth in the industry, and her academic pursuits. They also look at the growth opportunities for the industry, and they delve into her new roles within it, including supporting the LPRC.

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Cory Lowe speaks with Liz Burkholder, a seasoned leader in loss prevention and retail operations. They explore the evolving role of operational audits, total retail loss, and how cross-functional leadership and servant-minded collaboration drive more effective LP programs. Liz also shares insights on navigating career growth, the value of professio...

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, Dr. Read Hayes shares the amazing things that the LPRC team is currently working on. This includes the development process of a new LP Museum and a brief history of the different industry organizations!

In this episode of the LPRC CrimeScience Podcast, the team welcomes Scott Ziter, an experienced leader in loss prevention and safety operations. Scott shares insights from his extensive career in the retail sector, including his current role overseeing asset protection for Northeast Shared Services. The discussion explores evolving challenges in retail crime, the importance of collaboration, and i...

In this episode of the CrimeScience Podcast, LPRC’s Founder and Executive Director, Dr. Read Hayes, sits down with Research Scientist, Dr. Caleb Bowyer. The conversation explores Dr. Bowyer’s background and his role with the Affect, Detect, Connect framework in relation to loss prevention and life safety protection. They focus on the “Detect” part of the framework while lev...

In this episode of the CrimeScience Podcast, LPRC’s Director of Research, Cory Lowe, sits down with David Thorpe from the Cobb County Police Department. The conversation explores real-world crime prevention strategies, the role of law enforcement partnerships, and the importance of data-driven approaches in reducing crime.

On this collaborative episode of Mahesh the Geek, Mahesh is joined by Dr. Read Hayes, executive director of the Loss Prevention Research Council (LPRC), as they explore the evolution of loss prevention, emphasizing the importance of prevention over response in public safety. They discuss the integration of technology, such as AI and body-worn cameras, in enhancing crime detection and prevention. T...

In Part 1 of this episode,  Dr. Ron Clarke,  renowned criminologist and recipient of the Stockholm Prize of Criminology, discusses the evolution of Situational Crime Prevention, opportunity reduction techniques, the British government’s criminology research department – the Home Office, and more, with host  Dr. Read Hayes (LPRC).

In this second episode with Dr. Ron Clarke, renowned criminologist and recipient of the Stockholm Prize of Criminology,  we will continue our conversation on opportunity reduction techniques, the scope of opportunity crime, the duty of criminologists, the security hypothesis, and much more.

In this episode, our featured host Cory Lowe, PhD, Director of Research, talks with Joseph Courtesis, Senior VP at 3Si! Listen as they dive into the advancements in Real-Time Intelligence, stories on how crime affects a community, and a look at the continued growth of the partnership between retailers and law enforcement. Don’t miss this in-depth look at the science and practical application drivi...

Dr. Read Hayes, criminologist and director of the Loss Prevention Research Council, explains how location technology is helping businesses understand and tackle retail crime.

LPRC CrimeScience Episode 204 with Guest & LPRC Director of Research Cory Lowe, PhD This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host Read Hayes, PhD and Director of Research Cory Lowe, PhD dive into the LPRC’s strategic focus for 2025, highlighting the CONNECT initiative and how it aims to link people, places, processes, and techno...

LPRC CrimeScience Episode 202 with Guest & LPRC Team Member Christina Burton, PhD This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host and guest discuss Christina’s academic journey, the relationship between Wild Life Rangers and Retail, the LPRC’s unique contributions to retail crime prevention, the research on Supply Chai...

LPRC CrimeScience Episode 201 with Guest & LPRC Team Member Christy Bauswell This week our host discusses the latest in LPRC news, research, visitors, and events! In this episode, our host and guest discuss Christy’s journey from Sensormatic to her current role. They also emphasize the LPRC’s unique contributions to retail crime prevention, the value of the LPRC’s research an...