SE. 1 EP. 17 | “CITY PROBATION” FT. BRENT HARSHMAN

Welcome to Season 1, Episode 17 of the How Marion Works podcast!Join your host, Layla Price-Bodkin, and special co-host, Deana Vice, as we dive into a vital, often-unseen part of local government: the City Probation Division.In this episode, we sit down with City Probation Officer Brent Harshman to understand the complexities and critical role of probation within Marion, IN. Brent shares his journey to becoming a Probation Officer, detailing his day-to-day responsibilities, his court schedule, and the structure of his team.Learn about the challenges and the profound joys of his work, and discover how the Probation Division helps individuals reintegrate and how it contributes to the overall safety and progress of our community. Brent also shares ways the community can support their efforts and help Marion continue to move forward.Key Topics Discussed:The day-to-day life and court schedule of a City Probation Officer.The essential responsibilities of the Probation Division and its staff.The motivations and career path that led Brent Harshman to this role.The challenges and rewarding aspects of working in City Probation.Specific ways the Marion community can offer support and make a difference.Be sure to subscribe and follow to stay updated on all the moving parts of How Marion Works!Stay Connected with the City of Marion, IN:Website: cityofmarion.in.govSocial Media: Follow @CityofMarionIN on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), YouTube, and TikTok.Mobile App: Download the MyMarionApp for free on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for the latest communication and features.Listen & Subscribe:Find the How Marion Works podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all other major podcast platforms. All shows are also available at HowMarionWorks.com. New episodes launch every other Monday at 5 AM.Thank you for listening!The "HOW MARION WORKS" podcast is produced by Frequency Canvas, LLC. All Audio Production (Recording, Editing, Mixing, & Mastering) is done by: Kyren Monteiro of Frequency Canvas, LLC.Podcast theme music & also theme music for Podcast trailer are produced by: Kyren Monteiro of Frequency Canvas, LLC.Contact Frequency Canvas at: [email protected] | https://www.FrequencyCanvas.com/ | 765-506-3380