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Inside the Episode:

Introduction and Jake’s Superpower - 00:00:00

Tech for Good - 00:02:11

Essential School Safety Tech - 00:03:23

Prioritizing Interventions - 00:06:00

The Three Pillars of Innovation - 00:08:59

Trends in School Security - 00:13:14

Real-Life Applications - 00:20:20

Funding School Safety Tech - 00:26:04

Looking Ahead: AI and Beyond - 00:31:16

Jake Sounds Off: Day-to-Day vs. Catastrophic Prep - 00:34:01

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