The PodTASC: Promoting Healthy Communities Through Innovative Treatments Within Texas Specialty Court Programs

By: Texas Association of Specialty Courts
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  • This is the official podcast presented by the Texas Association of Specialty Courts where we talk all things related to Texas specialty court programs. Episodes feature guest speakers with various specialty court experiences. We go deep on backgrounds and many characteristics on what it takes to operate a successful specialty court in Texas. The Texas Association of Specialty Court Courts (TASC) builds and strengthens Texas specialty courts through collaboration, advocacy and education. TASC was founded to: (1) Increase local and statewide political, media and community awareness of the existence and success of drug courts; (2) Support legislation authorizing funding for the operation of drug courts; and (3) Provide support for jurisdictions wanting to establish drug courts. The PodTASC is currently hosted by Liz Wiggins, the Communications Director on the TASC Board.
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Episodes
  • 8. From Rock Bottom to Recovery: Jennifer’s Journey of Resilience Through a Midland County Specialty Court Program

    8. From Rock Bottom to Recovery: Jennifer’s Journey of Resilience Through a Midland County Specialty Court Program
    May 12 2024

    Jennifer McMorries of Midland County joins the show to share her struggle to sobriety. Her story can give you hope after addiction and strength to break the cycle. Jennifer shares about her struggles and the kindness she received along the way. She shares about the people that inspired her and how she now uses her past experiences to help others. She is a living example of "paying it forward" and brave example of power of recovery.

    Show links:

    • Midland County Probation Department
    • Midland County Drug Court
    • Thriving United
    • RISE24 (Conference)
    • AllRise
    • Texas Association of Specialty Courts
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • 7. Beyond the Bench: A Conversation on Specialty Courts and Leadership with Judge Phillips

    7. Beyond the Bench: A Conversation on Specialty Courts and Leadership with Judge Phillips
    Apr 28 2024

    Judge Phillips of Grayson County joins Liz on The PodTASC for a discussion of his journey from his legal practice to policy work to the bench and beyond. He picked up the reigns as TASC President on March 27, 2024, and is ready to lead the statewide organization in its continued transformation from education-focus to impact-focus. From the heroes that inspired him to the best practices that he strives to always implement, Judge Phillips shares how Texas courts can lead the charge in recovery.

    Show links:

    • Grayson County Website, 59th District Court
    • Texas Counseling Association
    • Texas Association of Specialty Courts
    • Judicial Commission on Mental Health
    • Texoma Behavioral Health Leadership Team
    • AllRise (Formerly known as National Drug Court Professionals)
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    55 mins
  • 6. Things You Should Know When You Create a Texas Specialty Court

    6. Things You Should Know When You Create a Texas Specialty Court
    Mar 16 2024

    Liz is back on The PodTASC to discuss the things you should know when creating a new program in Texas. Guest speakers are Erin Morgan, the current TASC Board President, and Amber Gregory, TASC Executive Director and Program Manager for the Specialty Court Resource Center. If you've been thinking about starting a treatment program in a court near you, this is the episode to listen to. Even if you already have a program, there are tips in this episode that can help you.

    As promised, find links and information below about what was discussed in the show:

    • Contact the show with comments or questions by emailing ThePodTASC@gmail.com.
    • TASC is hosting its annual training conference on March 26-28, 2024, in Fort Worth. Registration opened January 5th. Learn more: http://tasctx.org/conference.html
    • Learn more about the Texas Association of Specialty Courts (TASC) at http://tasctx.org/index.html.
    • Learn more about the Specialty Court Resource Center: http://www.txspecialtycourts.org/index.html
    • Learn more about SAHMSA Grants: https://www.samhsa.gov/grants
    • Learn more about the Office of Court Administration: https://www.txcourts.gov/about-texas-courts/specialty-courts/
    • Learn more about Criminal Justice Division funding: https://egrants.gov.texas.gov/
    • Learn more about the Bureau of Justice Assistance funding: https://bja.ojp.gov/funding
    • Learn more about the NPC Research Best Assessment: https://allrise.org/trainings/best-assessment-tool/
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    1 hr and 16 mins

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