The Stories Crimes Tell: Listening Beyond the Evidence | Jon Carda | TEDxSioux Falls

Core Idea - The talk explores the power of listening in uncovering hidden narratives and deeper truths beyond evidence [1] - It emphasizes the importance of curiosity, empathy, and patience in investigations and relationships [1] Speaker's Expertise - Jon Carda has 31 years of experience as a police officer, including 11 years as a Detective in the Crimes Against Persons Unit [1] - He has over 240 hours of specialized training in interview and interrogation techniques [1] - He served as a lead detective on 22 homicides and conducted more than 30 homicide suspect interrogations [1] Talk Content - The talk shares real stories of how careful listening exposed motives, elicited confessions, and revealed truths [1] - It demonstrates how listening techniques can help navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and understand the world [1]