Targeted violence rarely happens without warning. The bigger problem may be that the people noticing those warning signs are not communicating with one another.

Robert Mahoney is the founder of TVTP Solutions and a nationally recognized expert in behavioral threat assessment, targeted violence, and terrorism prevention. Drawing on more than 15 years of federal, state, and local government experience, Robert explains why communities must balance security and emergency response with proactive prevention.

In this conversation, Robert and Rich discuss:

•  Why targeted violence is often incorrectly described as random 
•  Behavioral changes that may signal a person is struggling 
•  How identity, purpose, and community influence human behavior 
•  Why schools, police, mental health providers, businesses, and community groups must coordinate 
•  How community care teams can connect people with help before a crisis occurs 

Robert also explains why cameras, metal detectors, hardened buildings, and active-shooter plans are protective measures rather than true prevention. He shares a more human-centered approach built around observation, communication, early support, and coordinated care.

Learn more about Robert and his work at https://tvtpsolutions.com/.

This episode is sponsored by American Auto Repair. Visit AmericanAutoRepairInc.com or call 410-679-6500.

Subscribe to Conversations with Rich Bennett, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who wants to help create a safer, more connected community.

Send us Fan Mail (https://www.buzzsprout.com/849097/fan_mail/new)

Celebrate the Magic of Words in Bel Air, Maryland!

https://bookfairatbelair.org/
American Auto Repair Sales & Services (https://www.americanautorepairinc.com/)
American Auto Repair & Performance was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show (https://www.buzzsprout.com/849097/support)

Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts  (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/harford-county-living-with-rich-bennett/id1112605924?uo=4?mt=2&ls=1)

Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:
Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett (https://www.facebook.com/ConversationsWithRichBennett/)
Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/636960420949799)
Twitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett (https://twitter.com/Convers94013273)
Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennett (https://www.instagram.com/conversationswithrichbennett/)
TikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@conversationsrichbennett)

Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:
Hosted on Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=787918)
SquadCast (https://squadcast.fm/?ref=richardbennett1)

Subscribe by Email (https://www.conversationswithrichbennett.com/newsletter/)