We’re excited to share a brand-new episode of our podcast The California Probation Connection, featuring a conversation with Placer County Chief Probation Officer Brian Passenheim as he reflects on his first year serving as Chief.

Chief Passenheim joins us to discuss the milestones, challenges, and lessons learned during his first year of leadership in Placer County. From strengthening partnerships and supporting staff to advancing public safety and rehabilitation efforts, he shares insight into the priorities shaping his department and the evolving role of probation in California communities.

In this episode, we explore leadership in a changing public safety landscape, the importance of collaboration and innovation, and what’s ahead for Placer County Probation. Whether you’re interested in probation leadership, community supervision, or the future of California probation, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Listen now on these platforms:

• YouTube
• Spotify
• Apple Podcast

Chief Probation Officers of California (CPOC) Foundation launched their podcast, The California Probation Connection in 2022.

This podcast is a space that dives deeper into complex topics that face probation professionals, as well as everyone involved in our justice system.

Episodes feature chief probation officers who share their experiences and perspectives about issues involving California Probation and our justice system. The host of the podcast is CPOC Executive Director, Karen Pank. 

You can enjoy listening to The California Probation Connection on podcast platforms, several linked below, or watch the podcast on YouTube. Links to all platforms can be found here: https://linktr.ee/caprobation