PI’s Declassified!

Where do you turn when information is needed in Africa, whether it is conducting research or a background check? How do you go about vetting an individual from an African country? This could include something so basic as determining someone’s full name, details of their identity card, validation of academic certificates, professional qualifications, or property ownership. As the world becomes smaller, it becomes more and more necessary to know who to contact to obtain critical details. Tune in to hear Nairobi, Kenya’s Sam Jim Mwanyasi discuss risk management from an African perspective.

Digital evidence can often be modified with ease so whether it is gathered from a computer, a cell phone, a flash drive or any other device, digital forensic investigators must handle evidence in a manner that ensures their conclusions are based upon factual evidence and their own personal expert knowledge. Is there evidence of a crime? Can an alibi be confirmed? What about the intent to commit a crime? Is there a document that needs authentication? What about identifying a stalker, a perpetrator of industrial espionage, or a threat to national security? Join us to hear cutting edge cyber crime investigator Dave Townsend, the expert who examined computers belonging to two high profile cases, one from Scott Peterson's double homicide case and the other from the case involving the allegations of child exploitation charged against Michael Jackson.

Would you like to become a more proficient photographer? Are you interested in hearing tips and tricks from a professional? Taking photographs under an array of circumstances for an assortment of reasons is an essential skill for many, but it is a principal tool in the private investigator’s tool box for gathering evidence. Tune in to hear Certified Evidence Photographer Keith Rosenthal share his expert but practical knowledge.

For two years, the sordid saga of conspiracy and criminal acts of a California Private Investigator and a Contra Costa County Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) Task Force Commander rocked Northern California. Not only did they sell drugs confiscated from evidence, but they also ran a brothel and provided paid protection for the bawdy-house prostitutes. It didn’t stop there! This PI, conspiring with a family law attorney and utilizing his female soccer mom PI’s, set up “Dirty DUIs” on husbands in contested child custody cases. Further driven by greed, he and his staff of mommy PI’s used actors to fake cheaters cases to gain media attention and develop a TV series. Tune in to hear Pete Crooks discuss his connection to this merry band of co-conspirators he chronicled in his recently released book, The Setup: A True Story of Dirty Cops, Soccer Moms, and Reality TV.

Many of us have had some experience with the U.S. state or federal court system. Whether it is a traffic ticket, a small claims suit, something more serious or just from watching T.V., we probably have a basic comprehension or expectation of the rules that are applicable. Do the same rules apply in the military? How do the policies of the court and the legal proceedings vary? What determines military jurisdiction? Does a person charged with a crime have the same rights in military courts compared to other U.S.courts; or are there differences? How are charges investigated? These many questions and others will be addressed by former Navy line officer and military law attorney Judith Litzenberger and private investigator George Michael Newman, both whom have experience with cases in the military arena.

Private investigators must be aware of how their actions may impact others. The American Bar Association’s Model Rules of Conduct sets forth directives for behavior not only for attorneys but for non-lawyers as well and are enforceable in all but eight states. Violations can result in sanctions or worse. Therefore. If a lawyer retains an investigator, that attorney is liable for the investigator’s actions. Certainly, there are gray areas in investigation tactics, but some, particularly when it applies to surveillance, pretexting, GPS tracking, and social media are mine-fields unless there is a clear understanding between the investigator and the attorney regarding the assigned tasks. Whose responsibility is it then? Ultimately it is counsel’s responsibility, but private investigators must also take the lead to ensure what techniques can be used for a particular assignment. Join PI’s Declassified and Attorney Forrest Plesko discuss strategies to avoid these ethical pitfalls.

Have you ever wondered exactly what a criminal defense investigator does? Are you one of those people who question why people represent criminals? Are you one who wrinkles up your nose and asks, “How can you do that kind of work?” Even though much has changed in the American justice system, rights of even those who are accused of committing crimes are still protected by the United States Constitution. Daniel Dafoe said, “I hear much of people’s calling out to punish the guilty. But very few are concerned to clear the innocent.” There is no investigator better qualified to talk about criminal defense investigations than Brandon Perron, private investigator, criminal defense expert, author, and founder of both the Criminal Defense Investigations Training Council and the Board Certified Criminal Defense Investigator Program. Do not miss this discussion! You will not be sorry.

Is the private investigation profession shrinking due to governmental regulations or local laws, or do private investigators have to start looking at their work with a different perspective? To be successful, a private investigator has to run their agency like a business, a skill that is often underdeveloped before entering the field. Having some expertise or getting advise in the areas of business administration, personnel, public relations, and marketing are key. No longer can a PI continue to provide investigative services without understanding how to run a business nor offering a single service or product. The world landscape is in flux. Terrorism and mass shootings point to a need for those with security experience to step forward. Therefore, security consulting is a viable niche area worth exploring for expanding a PIs influence. Join PI’s Declassified! to hear security expert, William “Bill” Blake discuss the value and benefit of becoming a security consultant.

Surveillance is both an art and a skill. It requires planning, flexibility, quick decision-making, and most of all patience, patience, and more patience. It is definitely not a task for sissies! Are you a surveillance investigator who wants to learn more tricks of the trade? Or…are you someone who wants to hire a competent surveillance investigator and you don’t know where to start. Pennsylvania Private Investigator Matt Grotkowski says, “Surveillance is able to cut through the layers of fraud and trickery and provide you with clear-cut answers. When it’s done properly, surveillance is able to counter someone’s false claims with their factual actions and behavior.” Tune in to hear Matt Grotkowski discuss this vital investigative tool.

It is unusual to find a man who has experienced the life led by Dr. Jesse De La Cruz and lived to become a positive influence on others. From the time he was 12-years old, Dr. De La Cruz pursuits were checkered with gangs, crime, heroin addiction, and prison. Caught in the criminal lifestyle, it was the only path he knew. Twenty years ago Dr. De La Cruz was released from prison for the last time. Today, he is an author and a man who possesses a Sociology Degree, a Masters in Social Work, and a Doctorate in Education, an immense accomplishment. His critical viewpoint provides a needed insight into the ever-widening gang culture, particularly Mexican-American, and those who become gang members. Join PI’s Declassified! to hear Dr. De La Cruz discuss this important inside-out look at street gangs from his personal perspective.

Whether you are in a court of law, an administrative hearing or a civil deposition, testifying is not an easy matter. It requires knowledge of your topic at the very least, but it also requires confidence as well as authenticity. Depositions are an integral part of the legal discovery process and are not to be taken lightly. It is the “other side’s” opportunity to gather information and do as much damage to the opponent’s case as possible. Often the success of the case for the prevailing party rises or falls on the results of a deposition. Cincinnati, Ohio Private Investigator, Adam Visnic, is discussing his deposition experiences and share the key elements he uses to make sure his testimony is well received.

There are few life events more painful and far-reaching than a suicide. A suicide not only brings suffering to loved ones, it brings shame and guilt to those with the closest contact to the victim. But . . . what if the suicide isn’t a suicide? Can this same sad event be interpreted in another way? Can it be an accident? Can it be a homicide? Who decides? What factors are considered? What are the pros and cons of either determination? Then there are the myths surrounding suicide that leave grieving family and friends with questions. These questions and more will be included in the discussion with seasoned private investigators Dean Beers and Don Johnson, both who been involved in conducting investigations.

An alarming statistic from The Journal of American Medical Association (Jama)…medical negligence is the 3rd leading cause of death in the United States right behind cancer and heart disease. What do you do if you believe you have a medical malpractice claim? How is a claim investigated? What are the components of a valid claim against a medical practitioner? What is necessary to be shown for a claimant to prevail? How has tort reform impacted this area of law? Tune in to hear Paul Freidman, one of the premier personal injury attorneys in the United States, discuss the ins and outs of medical malpractice.

After a 2 ½ year battle with the Pima County, Arizona County Attorney, Private Investigator Richard Robertson prevailed. New case law was created in Arizona in support of public access to government records, an incredible win for the news media as well as for the citizens of Arizona. As a result, the Arizona Newspapers Foundation honored Rich with their Freedom of Information Award. Tune in to hear Rich Robertson tell his remarkable story of how he fought the county Goliath and won.

Law enforcement policies and tactics have landed directly under the nation’s microscope of late. Many wonder what happened? Most individuals who sign on as sworn officers do so because they want to make a difference. What happens then? Is it their training or is something else afoot? A 34-year veteran law enforcement officer, retired police chief, and multiple award recipient, Dr. Norm Stamper, has much to say on the subject. He is the author of Breaking Rank: A Top Cop's Exposé of the Dark Side of American Policing and To Protect and Serve: How to Fix America’s Police. Join Norm Stamper for a thoughtful discussion on policing in the United States.

What can be done when a video or audio recording is poor quality? What if the image is blurred? How about background noise that overrides the spoken word? What if the sound transmission obliterates vital background noise? Does it matter if the photo or the recording is from a cell phone? Is it possible to discover a cheating spouse by detecting voice stress? What are the myths concerning what enhancement can be done and what can’t? Video and audio recordings are often critical pieces of evidence in a myriad of legal proceedings. Forensic examiner Doug Carner will be available to answer these questions and practical applications and procedures such as image analysis, filtering, enhancement, restoration, authentication, identification, extraction, isolation and other topics. Joining Doug will be Private Investigator Jim Allard to talk about cases he has worked on involving these topics.

On-line dating has become a popular method to locate that once-in-a-lifetime prince or princess charming. Whether it is an on-line dating service or a social media site, it is a convenient and accessible way to meet others. It is no secret, however, that the internet can be fraught with scammers and fraudsters, ever-ready to prey on the vulnerable and unsuspecting. The idea that “it can’t happen to me” is common but, unfortunately, it can happen to anyone! What are the red flags? Tune in to hear DL “Diana” Garren, author of Who is the Real Man Behind the Screen? Diana will provide insight on the predator’s tools of deception as well as report on the inner workings of the scamming world as told to her by the fraudsters themselves.

Seasoned Journalist Don Ray has spent a life time tracking down a plethora of documents to pursue leads, check for accuracy, gather background information or verify information provided by other means. He has a wealth of knowledge about tracking down source documents and scrutinizing their content that he calls Interviewing the Document. Tune in to hear Don impart critical information needed to search and interpret documents, from gathering background information to conducting genealogical research or working to locate a birth family.

Have you ever been a target of violence in the workplace or been fearful of a co-worker? Do you know someone who has? Have you felt bullied or threatened? When are words more than “just words?” Is there physical violence or a restraining order involved? What about a weapon? Is there escalating agitation or aggression? What is happening in the background? What are you to do when you perceive a threat? Do you report it? What is your employer’s responsibility? Is intervention needed? Are there legal issues? PI’s Declassified will discuss these questions from experts who specialize in identifying and addressing violence risk prediction? Violence assessment experts’ psychologist Dr. Michael Corcoran, private investigator James Cawood and attorney Sue Van Dermyden will speak to this stressful societal dilemma and focus on recommendations for addressing and reducing threats in the workplace.

Leah Wietholter, a former FBI employee, certified fraud examiner, forensic accountant, and the author of Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting Engagements and Fraud Investigations will detail what is involved in finding fraudsters through the process she developed. Tune in to hear Leah provide a comprehensive blueprint and critical tips to understand the foundational data sources and logical analyses used to quantify losses and uncover financial misconduct,

If you are a producer of specialty products - particularly name-brand products, chances are you have faced product diversion or will at some point. From hair care products to purses.to specialty foods, product diversion is a practice where merchandise intended for a particular distribution channel is shifted and sold elsewhere without the knowledge or permission of the company. Diverters go to great lengths to entice suppliers with shell companies and elaborate presentations - all sounding too good to be true. The practice erodes the brand, interferes with a company's revenue and distribution channels, causes problems with existing customers, and creates difficulties with product authentication. Listen to Florida Investigator Reginald Reggie Montgomery explain how he tracks and exposes these diversion fraudsters to protect a company's image and brand.

The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner or SANE, plays a significant role when a report of a sexual assault has been made. The sexual assault nurse examiner conducts forensic examinations on reported victims and suspects of sexual assault events and has special skills to assess patients, identify injury, and collect evidence. A SANE nurse must be objective and a good listener. The forensic nurse will memorialize the examination both through documentation and photography, all which will be incorporated as part of the criminal discovery file. Forensic Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Cari Caruso is just the person to ask about the examination process and serves as an expert examiner and an objective consultant for both prosecution and defense. Tune in to listen to Cari discuss the kinds of evidence she looks for during an exam and hear her experiences while performing these important protocols.

Have you ever been a target of violence in the workplace or been fearful of a co-worker? Do you know someone who has? Have you felt bullied or threatened? When are words more than “just words?” Is there physical violence or a restraining order involved? What about a weapon? Is there escalating agitation or aggression? What is happening in the background? What are you to do when you perceive a threat? Do you report it? What is your employer’s responsibility? Is intervention needed? Are there legal issues? PI’s Declassified will discuss these questions from experts who specialize in identifying and addressing violence risk prediction? Violence assessment experts’ psychologist Dr. Michael Corcoran, private investigator James Cawood and attorney Sue Van Dermyden will speak to this stressful societal dilemma and focus on recommendations for addressing and reducing threats in the workplace.

The more sophisticated technology gets, the easier it is to spy on another. The use of electronic bugging equipment crosses many boundaries. From board rooms to politicians to cheating spouses, no one is safe from prying eyes and ears. Enter Charles Patterson, an expert in Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) and advanced technology threats. TSCM refers to a process of protecting private communications against electronic eavesdropping and other technical reconnaissance. Charles Patterson will offer insight into technical eavesdropping and what is required to counter these threats.

After retiring from the Orange County Sheriff Department as a Lieutenant and becoming a Licensed Private Investigator, Bill Hunt is often approached by those from federal, state and local law enforcement looking to make the same transition to the private sector as he did. Bill has successfully mentored numerous aspiring PI's who now operate profitable private investigation businesses. Tune in to hear Bill Hunt tell of his experiences and offer ideas and suggestions for those who are moving from law enforcement to the very different world of private investigation.

After a 2 ½ year battle with the Pima County, Arizona County Attorney, Private Investigator Richard Robertson prevailed. New case law was created in Arizona in support of public access to government records, an incredible win for the news media as well as for the citizens of Arizona. As a result, the Arizona Newspapers Foundation honored Rich with their Freedom of Information Award. Tune in to hear Rich Robertson tell his remarkable story of how he fought the county Goliath and won.

On-line dating has become a popular method to locate that once-in-a-lifetime prince or princess charming. Whether it is an on-line dating service or a social media site, it is a convenient and accessible way to meet others. It is no secret, however, that the internet can be fraught with scammers and fraudsters, ever-ready to prey on the vulnerable and unsuspecting. The idea that “it can’t happen to me” is common but, unfortunately, it can happen to anyone! What are the red flags? Tune in to hear DL “Diana” Garren, author of Who is the Real Man Behind the Screen? Diana will provide insight on the predator’s tools of deception as well as report on the inner workings of the scamming world as told to her by the fraudsters themselves.

With increasing numbers of veterans returning home and scores with physical disabilities, therapeutic horseback riding is getting attention. Wounded service personnel and veterans who have fought to preserve our freedom are being offered a process called Hippotherapy or Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy. Tune in to hear Private Investigator Dave Townsend tell about his new passion and this important horse therapy program.

What is the process of extracting images from a video? With the advancement of technology, there is video evidence everywhere you look. It is on street corners, inside and outside stores and other buildings, parking lots, on highways and at toll stations buildings. It is unusual not to be video recorded, particularly in an urban environment. There are Smartphones and police officer body cameras. Cameras are watching us, and they become a critical component of a criminal, and even a civil investigation. Tune into PI’s Declassified! to hear former NYPD Detective Eric Grimes discuss his work as an expert witness and a video extraction specialist.

Israeli based Jacob Lapid has tales of intrigue to tell. From investigating the Dutch connection to the Enron Corporation fraud to exposing a secret association between managers, clients and a Swiss bank involving 90 million pounds to finding two abducted American children in Tunisia, Jacob has experiences spanning over 30 years. And, he is an acclaimed artist as well, often chronicling his experiences of the 1973 Yom Kippur War. You will definitely want to join in to hear the adventures of Jacob Lapid.

Do people really confess to crimes they don’t commit? Why would an innocent person incriminate himself and accept responsibility for breaking the law? What is it like to be falsely accused? And, w/hat would you do if you were the suspect? Fifteen-year-old Jacksonville, Florida’s Brenton Butler knows. Brenton was arrested for murder and confessed to the crime. His case was chronicled in the award-winning documentary, “Murder on a Sunday Morning.” Hear Brenton’s attorney Patrick McGuinness and private investigator Brian McGuinness talk about Benton’s case and their experience with confessions and police interrogations. False confessions and police interrogation expert Dr. Richard Leo, author of the multiple award-winning book, Police Interrogation and American Justice, has examined the practice and structure of police interrogation and will provide enlightening details about this fascinating phenomenon when an innocent person confesses to a crime.

Small business start-ups have common challenges, whether it is retail, manufacturing or offering a service. Private investigation agencies have an additional challenge. Most PI’s starting an investigation agency have no prior business experience or knowledge of how a business needs to function. This is mainly due to most people foraging into the private sector investigation arena are former law enforcement officers. Cameron Jackson, a former police officer, has navigated those choppy waters and has much to offer regarding his person al experience. Whether you are just starting out of have been in business for years, you will appreciate this program. Tune in to hear Private Investigator Cameron Jackson address his journey from law enforcement to a successful business man.

What is it that you know about cults? Tune in to hear all about cults from private investigator and professional cult expert, David Sullivan, a man who has spent his career infiltrating cults and learning their secrets. Sullivan will provide a view of cults from the inside-out, describing how cults recruit members and maintain control through varied coercive techniques. He will detail the process of identifying and investigating cults, and his collaboration with leading authorities in the area of undue influence.

After studying the tumultuous history of the Afghani’s and hearing about a woman named Meena, Private Investigator Melody Ermachild Chauvis traveled to Afghanistan to research the remarkable story of Meena, the founder of the Revolutionary Association of the Women of Afghanistan (RAWA). The result was an inspirational book chronicling Meena’s amazing life, her work, her struggles, her traumas and her tragedies against the backdrop of the ruthless Taliban that followed the years of harsh Russian occupation. Tune in to hear Melody describe the journey she traveled while using her investigative skills to create this important and timely story.

For two years, the sordid saga of conspiracy and criminal acts of a California Private Investigator and a Contra Costa County Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) Task Force Commander rocked Northern California. Not only did they sell drugs confiscated from evidence, but they also ran a brothel and provided paid protection for the bawdy-house prostitutes. It didn’t stop there! This PI, conspiring with a family law attorney and utilizing his female soccer mom PI’s, set up “Dirty DUIs” on husbands in contested child custody cases. Further driven by greed, he and his staff of mommy PI’s used actors to fake cheaters cases to gain media attention and develop a TV series. Tune in to hear Pete Crooks discuss his connection to this merry band of co-conspirators he chronicled in his recently released book, The Setup: A True Story of Dirty Cops, Soccer Moms, and Reality TV.

Achieving a balance between privacy of our own personal identifying information versus a legitimate need to access that same information is a difficult task. Don’t we each want to have all of our personal identifying details kept private? Of course we do! Conversely, if we were involved in a legal action, either civil or criminal, wouldn’t we want to be able to locate an individual who could provide information on our behalf? Consider if that person also has a common name name like John Jones or Robert Smith? How can that person be found? What about collecting a debt, finding a birth family or tracking down someone who has abducted a child? These are all important questions to contemplate. Privacy Advocate Beth Givens, founder and director of Privacy Rights Clearing House, Co-Owner & publisher of PI Magazine Jimmie Mesis and Rebecca Roberts, National Marketing Director on IRB Search, a subscriber based on-line date provider will be joining together for this provocative discussion.

Criminal Defense Attorney Gerald Schwartzbach has represented such clients as civil rights activist Stephen Bingham and Robert Blake, probably the most widely known for his role in the TV series, Baretta, an eccentric, street-smart undercover cop with the NYPD. A burning commitment to justice propels him to pull out all stops on behalf of his varied clients. He believes true justice is executed only when we refuse to objectify the defendant, regardless of the crime. Tune to hear Gerald Schwartzbach, a man who accidently became a lawyer, present his unique viewpoint of criminal justice and the clients he has represented.

Indicted on ten federal charges including conspiracy to commit murder, providing support to terrorist organizations, contributing services and support to Al Qaeda and the Taliban and using and carrying firearms and destructive devices during crimes of violence, John Walker Lindh is serving 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to all ten charges. As the images of Lindh in captivity in were circulating the globe, California licensed private investigators David Fechheimer and Barry Simon, experienced criminal defense investigators, were in Afghanistan where they spent three months investigating this extraordinary case. Tune in to hear the story of their investigation and their unique viewpoint of the impact of this case on America.

Award winning correspondent, Diane Diamond, always has a story in the wind. And she loves to work with private investigators who often have the inside scoop both on the front lines as well as behind the scenes. What is it like to cover the headline making crime stories of the day, every day? How does a lifetime of covering crime impact the journalists who cover it? How does an intense news-breaking story as big and as shocking as the Michael Jackson or Jerry Sandusky cases impact the life of an investigative journalist? Diane Dimond knows and is willing to talk about it! Diane promises to be entertaining, educational, and informative. Definitely a show not to miss!

It is not a surprise that any private investigator has a plethora of experiences and stories to provide terrific fodder for an interesting read. It could be a tale of an interesting case, a compilation of short stories, or an instructional how-to book. The topics are endless. Where do you start? How do you get published? What are your available options? Private Investigator and Chief Ethics Officer of a major global provider of whistleblower hotline and compliance services in over 150 countries, Eugene Ferraro has published more than a dozen books. Through the publishing process, Gene became annoyed with the tactics of big-name publishers and developed an efficient process to enable to individuals to get their works published. Tune in to hear Gene provide tips and guidelines to enable you to become a successful author.

Law enforcement policies and tactics have landed directly under the nation’s microscope of late. Many wonder what happened? Most individuals who sign on as sworn officers do so because they want to make a difference. What happens then? Is it their training or is something else afoot? A 34-year veteran law enforcement officer, retired police chief, and multiple award recipient, Dr. Norm Stamper, has much to say on the subject. He is the author of Breaking Rank: A Top Cop's Exposé of the Dark Side of American Policing and To Protect and Serve: How to Fix America’s Police. Join Norm Stamper for a thoughtful discussion on policing in the United States.

Surveillance is both an art and a skill. It requires planning, flexibility, quick decision-making, and most of all patience, patience, and more patience. It is definitely not a task for sissies! Are you a surveillance investigator who wants to learn more tricks of the trade? Or…are you someone who wants to hire a competent surveillance investigator and you don’t know where to start. Pennsylvania Private Investigator Matt Grotkowski says, “Surveillance is able to cut through the layers of fraud and trickery and provide you with clear-cut answers. When it’s done properly, surveillance is able to counter someone’s false claims with their factual actions and behavior.” Tune in to hear Matt Grotkowski discuss this vital investigative tool.

Whenever a group of private investigators get together, there are war stories. Sometimes, no matter how much planning has taken place ahead of time, the law of Murphy does its work. This particularly true for those private investigators who specialize in surveillance and worker’s compensation fraud. If a situation is going to go south, it has a high probability of happening during a surveillance, whether it is moving or stationary. Join Scott Fulmer, a private investigator who has many outrageous stories to share from his experiences over the past 20 years.

Leah Wietholter, a former FBI employee, certified fraud examiner, forensic accountant, and the author of Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting Engagements and Fraud Investigations will detail what is involved in finding fraudsters through the process she developed. Tune in to hear Leah provide a comprehensive blueprint and critical tips to understand the foundational data sources and logical analyses used to quantify losses and uncover financial misconduct,

John Ferriso was a New York Police Officer in 2001 when evil landed on the World Trrade Center and the citizens of New York. on September 11. Ferriso describes his eye-witness experienceof the events that changed New and even the world in a New York Minute. Many stories have been told about this day of infamy, but still this first-person account is captivating.

What do you do when you need to mitigate a controversy for yourself or a case you are investigating? Whether you are a Fortune 500 CEO, university chancellor, celebrity, politician, athlete, attorney or even an individual private investigator, where do you go for advice, particularly when there is high-profile exposure? You may need an expert to provide you tactical guidance, or you may require a behind-the-scenes process to gain positive publicity, to hold the media accountable for erroneous or distorted reporting, and a vehicle to proactively tell your story. Award-winning investigative reporter, Glenn Bunting, knows how the media thinks and operates. Tune in to hear Glenn share his skills and expertise using both traditional and new media tools to get your message heard.

Who better to address immigration law than an attorney who was an immigrant herself? That is the case with Sharron SK Williams who immigrated to the United States from Belize. She is a practicing attorney who is right in the middle of addressing visa petitions, naturalization, permits for re-entry, asylum, religious worker petitions, unaccompanied immigrant children and other immigrant-related matters. Join PI’s Declassified! to hear Sharon SK Williams discuss both the challenges she faces as a lawyer specializing in immigration law and her work as a human rights advocate.

Working with experts can be challenging, frustrating, and sometimes puzzling. Working with a great expert is often insightful as well as rewarding, whether or not it helps your case. Celia Harnett is a court-qualified expert in many areas of forensic science including crime scene reconstruction, firearms & tool marks, gunshot residue, impression evidence, serology, trace evidence, blood alcohol analysis & interpretation, & controlled substances. She is an expert where an investigator or an attorney walks away with an education concerning their particular case. Tune in to hear Celia Harnett discuss working with forensic specialists and what a legal professional can do to prepare. https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/96765/forensic-scientist-extraordinaire January 12, 2017

P.I.'s Declassified 03/17/22

Have you had your identity stolen? If you have been a victim of identity theft or are simply concerned about having your identity compromised, this is the show for you. Arthur Cantrell is a joint author of Reclaim Your Name, a guidebook for identity theft victims. Art will talk about how ID theft perpetrators work, what happens to the information they acquire, recognizing the warning signs, strategies to protect yourself and steps to take if you are a victim.

Is research a mystery to you? Are you overwhelmed by researching public records or conducting due diligence inquiries? Do you want to learn more about exploring the internet and on-line sources? If so, you do not want to miss this episode. Cynthia Hetherington is a Certified Fraud Examiner and an expert in research, investigation, business backgrounds, and corporate intelligence. Tune it to PI’s Declassified! to hear Cynthia give research tips and the dos and don’ts of accessing on-line sources.

For over thirty years, Jack Devine served under six successive presidents from Nixon to Clinton during his time with the CIA. He ultimately became Acting Deputy Director of Operations and was responsible for all of the CIA’s spying operations in seven countries. Now Jack is an author chronicling his life as a master spy with his recently released book entitled Good Hunting. His story of intrigue is just too good to miss. Tune in to hear Jack discuss a sample of his fascinating experiences.

Law enforcement policies and tactics have landed directly under the nation’s microscope of late. Many wonder what happened? Most individuals who sign on as sworn officers do so because they want to make a difference. What happens then? Is it their training or is something else afoot? A 34-year veteran law enforcement officer, retired police chief, and multiple award recipient, Dr. Norm Stamper, has much to say on the subject. He is the author of Breaking Rank: A Top Cop's Exposé of the Dark Side of American Policing and To Protect and Serve: How to Fix America’s Police. Join Norm Stamper for a thoughtful discussion on policing in the United States.

Small business start-ups have common challenges, whether it is retail, manufacturing or offering a service. Private investigation agencies have an additional challenge. Most PI’s starting an investigation agency have no prior business experience or knowledge of how a business needs to function. This is mainly due to most people foraging into the private sector investigation arena are former law enforcement officers. Cameron Jackson, a former police officer, has navigated those choppy waters and has much to offer regarding his person al experience. Whether you are just starting out of have been in business for years, you will appreciate this program. Tune in to hear Private Investigator Cameron Jackson address his journey from law enforcement to a successful business man.

When a criminal trial attorney is defending an individual on a capital murder, he is required to pursue any area of possible mitigation. A Capital Criminal Defense Attorney has the duty to hire a mitigation specialist to gather all possible mitigating evidence concerning the defendant to present at trial. It could be organic brain damage, an abusive home, learning disabilities, or any fact, event, or condition, that makes the death penalty less appropriate as a punishment and is set forth by the American Bar Association. Tune in to hear Lindsey Lanehart Craig, a mitigation specialist, and a trial consultant discuss this important area of criminal defense work.

What do employers need to know about a potential employee? Typically, it is work history, education, criminal record, financial history, medical history, or the use of social media. However, any time an applicant's or employee's background information is used to making an employment decision, regardless of where the information came from, federal laws must be complied with to protect people from discrimination. Discrimination includes discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, or religion; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); and age (40 or older). Employment activities are enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) regulated by The Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Lester Rosen is an expert in all areas of employment screening. Tune in to get an update on the current laws and tips for instituting a comprehensive pre-employment screening process.

The more sophisticated technology gets, the easier it is to spy on another. The use of electronic bugging equipment crosses many boundaries. From board rooms to politicians to cheating spouses, no one is safe from prying eyes and ears. Enter Charles Patterson, an expert in Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) and advanced technology threats. TSCM refers to a process of protecting private communications against electronic eavesdropping and other technical reconnaissance. Charles Patterson will offer insight into technical eavesdropping and what is required to counter these threats.

Working with experts can be challenging, frustrating, and sometimes puzzling. Working with a great expert is often insightful as well as rewarding, whether or not it helps your case. Celia Harnett is a court-qualified expert in many areas of forensic science including crime scene reconstruction, firearms & tool marks, gunshot residue, impression evidence, serology, trace evidence, blood alcohol analysis & interpretation, & controlled substances. She is an expert where an investigator or an attorney walks away with an education concerning their particular case. Tune in to hear Celia Harnett discuss working with forensic specialists and what a legal professional can do to prepare.

Today, social media investigation has become a requirement in almost every case. How do you locate and use social media evidence? What can be collected and how can it be processed as viable evidence? Should you hire a social media expert or try to navigate these every changing uncharted waters yourself? Tune in to hear Social Media Expert and Private Investigator, Joseph Jones will answer all of these questions and more.

Do you have questions about serving summons and complaints, small claims, garnishments, writ of attachments or subpoenas for a personal appearance? What about collecting a judgment? Do you want tips on serving process in gated communities, commercial mailing addresses, corporations, and due diligence? The owner of You've Been Served, Gretchen Lichtenberger is an expert in these areas. Tune in to hear Gretchen Lichtenberger discuss the sticky areas of delivering legal documents no one wants ever to receive.

It is hard to imagine the panic mother experiences when a child disappears. This is what Diane Basset faced when her teenage daughter, Samantha, jumped out of their second story window and ran away. A tip from another parent disclosed that Samantha had a secret night life. Tune in to hear Diane’s first-person account of her family’s journey to rescue their daughter from the shadowy underworld of sex-traffickers and the time-saving tips she developed to search for a missing teen.

After a 2 ½ year battle with the Pima County, Arizona County Attorney, Private Investigator Richard Robertson prevailed. New case law was created in Arizona in support of public access to government records, an incredible win for the news media as well as for the citizens of Arizona. As a result, the Arizona Newspapers Foundation honored Rich with their Freedom of Information Award. Tune in to hear Rich Robertson tell his remarkable story of how he fought the county Goliath and won.

Do you want to know how to protect your cell phone privacy or detect spyware on your smartphone? Are there warning signs that your phone is infected with spyware? Are there applications available to prevent your phone from being tapped or to catch the spy red-handed? Kevin D. Murray is an expert on mobile phone electronic surveillance and eavesdropping detection, known as technical surveillance countermeasures. He is also the author of Is My Cell Phone Bugged? Tune in to hear Kevin Murray discuss detecting mobile phone spyware, and tips to protect your most private conversations.

We have always believed schools were a safe-haven for our children. It is hard to imagine that people who work in our schools as teachers, administers, or maintenance workers may not be there to protect and teach our students but may have an intent to harm them. Jimmie Mesis, a New Jersey private investigator and editor and publisher of internationally recognized PI Magazine, works with schools and has shocking information to report. Turn in to listen to Jimmie Mesis discuss what schools can do to protect themselves from predators.

October marks the 27th anniversary of the disappearance of eleven-year-old Jacob Wetterling, Jacob was abducted at gunpoint in 1989, 27 years ago. Jacob’s remains were found just one month ago. Danny Heinrich, long a person of interest and who has been pending trial on charges of child pornography, led authorities to an undisclosed location in Central Minnesota. In a bizarre twist to the case, Jodi Huisentruit, a news anchor and one who reported on Jacob’s case also disappeared. Emmy award-winning investigative reporter, Caroline Lowe, was called to cover Jacob’s case and has been deeply involved with the details or both his and the disappearance of Jodi as well. Tune in to hear Caroline Lowe to discuss the inside story of Jacob’s kidnapping and the recent confession by his killer.

Private investigators deal with issues of race and culture daily. Racial and cultural conflicts are found throughout the American landscape from border to border and in every state. It is present in the smallest community and in the largest metropolis, in the schools and in the workplace, in the neighborhoods and in the places where we shop. Sometimes, within our own homogeneous environments, we might even forget it exists. But it is there! Although often subtle, never is it so obvious than when a white man shoots a black man. It is then when the true beliefs of many are unleashed to fuel the conversation of the nation. Tune in to hear Private Investigator and author, Eric Echols, an African American man who is no stranger to the pain of racism, address this ever turbulent topic candidly and honestly.

Who better to address immigration law than an attorney who was an immigrant herself? That is the case with Sharron SK Williams who immigrated to the United States from Belize. She is a practicing attorney who is right in the middle of addressing visa petitions, naturalization, permits for re-entry, asylum, religious worker petitions, unaccompanied immigrant children and other immigrant-related matters. Join PI’s Declassified! to hear Sharon SK Williams discuss both the challenges she faces as a lawyer specializing in immigration law and her work as a human rights advocate.

Law enforcement policies and tactics have landed directly under the nation’s microscope of late. Many wonder what happened? Most individuals who sign on as sworn officers do so because they want to make a difference. What happens then? Is it their training or is something else afoot? A 34-year veteran law enforcement officer, retired police chief, and multiple award recipient, Dr. Norm Stamper, has much to say on the subject. He is the author of Breaking Rank: A Top Cop's Exposé of the Dark Side of American Policing and To Protect and Serve: How to Fix America’s Police. Join Norm Stamper for a thoughtful discussion on policing in the United States.

Private investigators must be aware of how their actions may impact others. The American Bar Association’s Model Rules of Conduct sets forth directives for behavior not only for attorneys but for non-lawyers as well and are enforceable in all but eight states. Violations can result in sanctions or worse. Therefore. If a lawyer retains an investigator, that attorney is liable for the investigator’s actions. Certainly, there are gray areas in investigation tactics, but some, particularly when it applies to surveillance, pretexting, GPS tracking, and social media are mine-fields unless there is a clear understanding between the investigator and the attorney regarding the assigned tasks. Whose responsibility is it then? Ultimately it is counsel’s responsibility, but private investigators must also take the lead to ensure what techniques can be used for a particular assignment. Join PI’s Declassified and Attorney Forrest Plesko discuss strategies to avoid these ethical pitfalls.

As astonishing as it may sound, false confessions do exist. It is a mystery to most of us. Why would anyone confess to a crime they didn’t commit, particularly a murder? The reasons are varied and often complex. Nevertheless, the facts demonstrate one in four individuals exonerated by DNA made either an incriminating statement or a false confession. That couldn’t happen to me, you say, however, psychologists say that anyone is susceptible, and some are more vulnerable than others. April Higuera is a seasoned private investigator who specializes in investigating thorny criminal cases. Tune in to hear the discussion on this phenomenon of false confessions.

Have you ever participated in a news conference? Does interfacing with the media help or hurt your case? Is your standard answer 'No comment!' What is the media looking for? What about your client’s privacy? Is it time for a professional media or public relations consultant? Join former law enforcement public relations officer and TV News veteran, Don Shook, who will provide media relations tips.

The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner or SANE, plays a significant role when a report of a sexual assault has been made. The sexual assault nurse examiner conducts forensic examinations on reported victims and suspects of sexual assault events and has special skills to assess patients, identify injury, and collect evidence. A SANE nurse must be objective and a good listener. The forensic nurse will memorialize the examination both through documentation and photography, all which will be incorporated as part of the criminal discovery file. Forensic Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Cari Caruso is just the person to ask about the examination process and serves as an expert examiner and an objective consultant for both prosecution and defense. Tune in to listen to Cari discuss the kinds of evidence she looks for during an exam and hear her experiences while performing these important protocols.

Licensed Private Investigator Hal Humphreys, CFE, has a passion for learning. So much so that he became the executive editor of an on-line PI rag called Pursuit Magazine. He is the Director of Education for PI Education, an on-line education platform for private investigators. Why do private investigators need education, you ask? Didn’t the majority of them become private investigators after working in law enforcement? Haven’t they already been trained? What’s the big deal? The answer is that it IS a big deal. First, law enforcement typically operates with different rules than the private sector. They don’t have to be as concerned about privacy. But, even more importantly, laws change…every year! How does Joe and Judy PI find out about any changes in the law unless there is a requirement for continued education. Join Hal Humphreys on PI’s Declassified! discuss ongoing education and its benefits to themselves, the consumer, and the legal community.

Is the private investigation profession shrinking due to governmental regulations or local laws, or do private investigators have to start looking at their work with a different perspective? To be successful, a private investigator has to run their agency like a business, a skill that is often underdeveloped before entering the field. Having some expertise or getting advise in the areas of business administration, personnel, public relations, and marketing are key. No longer can a PI continue to provide investigative services without understanding how to run a business nor offering a single service or product. The world landscape is in flux. Terrorism and mass shootings point to a need for those with security experience to step forward. Therefore, security consulting is a viable niche area worth exploring for expanding a PIs influence. Join PI’s Declassified! to hear security expert, William “Bill” Blake discuss the value and benefit of becoming a security consultant.

What is pretexting anyway? Much maligned and extensively misunderstood, pretexting has a negative connotation to those outside the borders of both private investigation and law enforcement. Nevertheless, pretexting is a useful, practical, and valued investigative tool. Imagine a private investigator telling their true identity to a fraudster or a non-custodial parental abductor. Visualize a private investigator wearing their identity on either their jacket or their vehicle when investigating the manufacture or sale of counterfeit products or conducting an undercover operation. Join PI’s Declassified! to hear a lively discussion on the controversy surrounding pretext and the dos and don’ts with Private Investigator Brian DeAntonio.

Where do you turn when information is needed in Africa, whether it is conducting research or a background check? How do you go about vetting an individual from an African country? This could include something so basic as determining someone’s full name, details of their identity card, validation of academic certificates, professional qualifications, or property ownership. As the world becomes smaller, it becomes more and more necessary to know who to contact to obtain critical details. Tune in to hear Nairobi, Kenya’s Sam Jim Mwanyasi discuss risk management from an African perspective.

What is the process of extracting images from a video? With the advancement of technology, there is video evidence everywhere you look. It is on street corners, inside and outside stores and other buildings, parking lots, on highways and at toll stations buildings. It is unusual not to be video recorded, particularly in an urban environment. There are Smartphones and police officer body cameras. Cameras are watching us, and they become a critical component of a criminal, and even a civil investigation. Tune into PI’s Declassified! to hear former NYPD Detective Eric Grimes discuss his work as an expert witness and a video extraction specialist.

What should you look for when hiring a private investigator? Where do you find one who is competent and professional? How do you determine if he or she has the skills and knowledge required for your particular case? Does the case involve fraud? Is it personal injury or criminal? Is it the type of case requiring a specific expertise? Join PI’s Declassified! to hear Board Certified Legal Investigator and Certified Criminal Defense Investigator Dean Beers discuss what to look for when hiring a private investigator.

Award winning correspondent, Diane Diamond, always has a story in the wind. And she loves to work with private investigators who often have the inside scoop both on the front lines as well as behind the scenes. What is it like to cover the headline making crime stories of the day, every day? How does a lifetime of covering crime impact the journalists who cover it? How does an intense news-breaking story as big and as shocking as the Michael Jackson or Jerry Sandusky cases impact the life of an investigative journalist? Diane Dimond knows and is willing to talk about it! Diane promises to be entertaining, educational, and informative. Definitely a show not to miss!

It is impossible to imagine the horror of the Holocaust. It is unbearable to see children torn from their parents, never to be seen again. Even though those who survived were liberated almost seventy years ago, the pain is deeply entrenched. While some sit on the sidelines and morn, Private Investigator Fred Blum takes action. Tune in to hear Private Investigator Fred Blum discuss the path he traveled to locate not only his own family members, but to locate scores of others from families fractured by this catastrophic stain on history.

How do you go about building a business if you want to maintain anonymity for both you and your clients? What do you do if you want to attract high-profile clients who value their privacy and are extremely cautious about who they hire to perform the work they need. It is a mission that requires innovative thinking outside the generally accepted methods of promoting a business. Private Investigator Shannon Tulloss does just that. She is an expert at developing her business model behind an obscure screen of secrecy. How does she do it? Tune in and Shannon Tulloss will provide key elements of why she does what she does and how.

Who is not familiar with the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution…”A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed?” Gun expert and Second Amendment Advocate, Sam Paredes, has been in the business of protecting this right for over 35 years. Much to the concern of many gun owners, some of whom are private investigators, bills to legislate the control of guns and ammunition are rampant across the country. Join PI’s Declassified and Sam Paredes for a lively discussion on the pro and gun controversy that surrounds these Second Amendment rights.

Whether you are in a court of law, an administrative hearing or a civil deposition, testifying is not an easy matter. It requires knowledge of your topic at the very least, but it also requires confidence as well as authenticity. Depositions are an integral part of the legal discovery process and are not to be taken lightly. It is the “other side’s” opportunity to gather information and do as much damage to the opponent’s case as possible. Often the success of the case for the prevailing party rises or falls on the results of a deposition. Cincinnati, Ohio Private Investigator, Adam Visnic, is discussing his deposition experiences and share the key elements he uses to make sure his testimony is well received.

The release of the Panama Papers by an unidentified whistle-blower has many companies circling their virtual wagons. This leak of 11.5 million confidential documents (2.6 terabytes) detailing off-shore tax havens including names of shareholders and directors have many scrambling for cover. The message, however it clear. No company is safe from cyber-attack hackers. Join New Zealand security expert, Daniel “Danny” Toreson, to hear him discuss investigating corporate leaks and managing defamatory information.

Often criticized are those who are involved in the defense side of the criminal process, the investigators, the experts, and indeed the attorneys. At the same time, that action of defending an individual of a crime is the heart of the US Constitution. Most of us learned about the 6th Amendment in high school Civics…the right to have the assistance of counsel, the right to be informed of the charges against us, the right to a speedy & public trial by an impartial jury, and the right to be confronted with witnesses against us as well as witnesses in our favor. It is against that backdrop that drives many private investigators such as Mark Gillispie. Tune in to hear Mark Gillispie discuss some of his more unusual cases and the reason he does what he does, regardless of the court of public opinion.

Do you know an individual who uses Heroin? Do you have reason to believe a family member or a friend is traveling down the path of being addicted? What are the signs? And, what are the devastating results? Tune in to hear addiction specialist Dr. David G. Greenberg who works extensively in the fields of chronic pain and addiction medicine, occupational and international medicine discuss how those addictions are contributing to criminal activity & civil torts.

Criminal Defense Attorney Gerald Schwartzbach has represented such clients as civil rights activist Stephen Bingham and Robert Blake, probably the most widely known for his role in the TV series, Baretta, an eccentric, street-smart undercover cop with the NYPD. A burning commitment to justice propels him to pull out all stops on behalf of his varied clients. He believes true justice is executed only when we refuse to objectify the defendant, regardless of the crime. Tune to hear Gerald Schwartzbach, a man who accidently became a lawyer, present his unique viewpoint of criminal justice and the clients he has represented.

Are you interested in any of the following? brbr - Finding bank and investment account relationships br - Locating hidden shell corporations (US based and off-shore) br - Finding transferred and hidden assets (boats, planes, real estate, etc.) br - Documenting fraudulent transfers brbr Tune in to hear fraud expert, Colorado Private Investigator Rod Gagnon, address methods he uses to follow the money trail.

For decades DuPont’s Zinc Smeltering Plant produced layers of contaminated waste that created a 100-foot tall noxious dust mountain in the tiny town of Spelter, West VA, permeating the neighborhoods and infiltrating the West Fork River that surrounded the facility. The toxic air emissions and dust from the operation of one of the largest zinc smelter facilities in the United States became a medical nightmare for scores of local residents exposed to potentially harmful by-products of arsenic, cadmium and lead. In 2004 ten residents filed an environmental class action, known as Perrine v. DuPont, on behalf of themselves and others against the responsible companies for property damages, medical monitoring and punitive damages. Carol Moore was the lead investigator for the law firm who successfully litigated the case on behalf of more than 7000 residents. Tune in to here Carol tell the story of her investigation of this complicated case that ended in a most remarkable outcome.

Whenever a group of private investigators get together, there are war stories. Sometimes, no matter how much planning has taken place ahead of time, the law of Murphy does its work. This particularly true for those private investigators who specialize in surveillance and worker’s compensation fraud. If a situation is going to go south, it has a high probability of happening during a surveillance, whether it is moving or stationary. Join Scott Fulmer, a private investigator who has many outrageous stories to share from his experiences over the past 20 years.

Private Investigators often delve into the most secret corners of a person’s life. They become custodians of information that is used in protecting an individual’s constitutional rights in a criminal defense case, recovering children abducted by a non-custodial parent, developing proof of fraud and deceit, and gathering evidence of personal injury. He or she is a professional business person and an integral part of the United States legal system, Without the investigative results of competent private investigators, criminal and civil cases would not be investigated properly and considerable fraud would go unchallenged. Tune in to hear Mississippi Investigator, Richard Brooks, speak about licensing from a state that has none.

Often there are questions around searching for assets, particularly assets that are retained in financial institutions. Asset searches may be performed during pre-litigation activities, post-judgement or both. It is not infrequent for a defendant to attempt to conceal their assets in a myriad of creative ways. When that happens, it is then time for an experienced judgement debt researcher to take the reins. Private Investigator Nic Smith is such a person. His skills and techniques were challenged in a California Superior Court recently and his side prevailed. Tune in to hear Nic Smith talk about his brand of expert testimony and the ins and outs of asset recovery.

It is unusual to find a man who has experienced the life led by Dr. Jesse De La Cruz and lived to become a positive influence on others. From the time he was 12-years old, Dr. De La Cruz pursuits were checkered with gangs, crime, heroin addiction, and prison. Caught in the criminal lifestyle, it was the only path he knew. Twenty years ago Dr. De La Cruz was released from prison for the last time. Today, he is an author and a man who possesses a Sociology Degree, a Masters in Social Work, and a Doctorate in Education, an immense accomplishment. His critical viewpoint provides a needed insight into the ever-widening gang culture, particularly Mexican-American, and those who become gang members. Join PI’s Declassified! to hear Dr. De La Cruz discuss this important inside-out look at street gangs from his personal perspective.

Who hasn’t heard of Ezekiel Easy Rawlins, the fictional private investigator in Walter Mosley’s thirteen Easy Rawlins mysteries. Easy was the hands-down inspiration of Steve Morrow’s private investigation career. Steve joins PI’s Declassified to discuss avoiding mistakes as a newbie, finding a niche specialty, qualities of a good investigator, surveillance nightmares, and burn-out. Tune in to hear this frank and practical discussion from one who can admit he made mistakes and is not afraid to delve into them to help others.

Despite a negative DNA test, Jeffrey Deskovic was wrongfully convicted of murder and rape when he was 17 years old. In 2006, after serving sixteen years, after losing all seven of his appeals and being denied parole, Jeff was exonerated with the help of The Innocence Project. Additional DNA testing via the DNA Databank not only confirmed his innocence but also identified the actual perpetrator, a man serving time killing a mother of two. Tune to hear Jeffrey Deskovic’s share experiences, the impact and contribution he has made on the community, and details about his foundation, The Jeffrey Deskovic Foundation for Justice.

Frank L. Amodeo, the former Chief Executive Officer of Mirabilis Ventures, Inc., was sentenced to 22-1/2 years in federal prison for conspiring to commit wire fraud, impeding the IRS, obstructing an agency proceeding, in addition to failing to remit payroll taxes. Private Investigator Charles Rahn, a twenty-plus year law enforcement veteran, doesn’t believe Amodeo should be in prison and is working diligently to get him exonerated. A fascinating client, Amodeo has a law degree, an IQ of 186 and is bipolar. Tune in to hear Charles Rahn discuss the details of Frank Amodeo’s case and the results of his investigation into the facts.

Ron Dalton was convicted of murdering his wife, Brenda, who died in 1988. Instead, an inexperienced student doctor contributed to her death. Compounding the error of the student doctor, an inexperienced pathologist ruled the death a homicide by strangulation, even though Brenda choked on dry cereal. Dalton was arrested, charged and convicted of second-degree murder. After being sentenced to life in prison, and being incarcerated in a maximum security prison, he spent the following eight years fighting for his innocence. Finally, he was granted a new trial and second jury found him not guilty. Tune I to hear Ron Dalton describe his harrowing journey beginning with is wife’s accidental death to being convicted of murder to being exonerated.

In 1966, John Artis was charged along with Rubin Hurricane Carter for the murder of three white Patterson, New Jersey men. John was 19-years old, had never been in trouble, but he was convicted and given a sentence of 25 years to life. Witnesses subsequently recanted their testimony and John and Rubin stood trial ten years later but convicted once again. After spending 15 years in prison, the charges of John Artis and Rubin Hurricane Carter were dismissed, and both were exonerated and released. Tune in to hear John Artis’ tale of justice served too late and his report of his positive contribution in the years since.

The Salesian Order of Brothers and Priests is the largest missionary order in the Catholic Church. Unfortunately, lurking within this religious community are priests who molest youngsters. Joey Piscitelli was one of the unlucky ones. Years later, Joey took the unprecedented and dramatic step of filing a civil action stating that he was molested by a Salesian priest and that the priest’s supervisors could and should have prevented the abuse. Joey proved his case and, amazingly, prevailed! The Salesians appealed and a California appellate court upheld the lower court ruling that, indeed, Joey was molested and the priest’s colleagues and those in authority were responsible. Joey Piscitelli’s gripping account of his triumph against the both the Catholic Church and the Salesian Priests is one not to be missed.

Private investigators deal with issues of race and culture daily. Racial and cultural conflicts are found throughout the American landscape from border to border and in every state. It is present in the smallest community and in the largest metropolis, in the schools and in the workplace, in the neighborhoods and in the places where we shop. Sometimes, within our own homogeneous environments, we might even forget it exists. But it is there! Although often subtle, never is it so obvious than when a white man shoots a black man. It is then when the true beliefs of many are unleashed to fuel the conversation of the nation. Tune in to hear Private Investigator and author, Eric Echols, an African American man who is no stranger to the pain of racism, address this ever turbulent topic candidly and honestly.

What are your core values, the guiding principles that dictate your behavior or actions? Are you displaying negative core values to those who work with you? Identifying and applying clear fundamental principles to the work we do provides an unwavering and unchanging guide. Harnessing strong core values to our investigative businesses can help us to determine if we are on the correct path to fulfill our business goals and get us back on track if we are off course. Tune in to hear Latin American security and investigative expert Christopher Macolini will discuss this topic vital to the work of private investigators. Working from an international and cross-cultural perspective, Macolini address the many workplace challenges that investigators may face in the course of their work.

Surveillance is both an art and a skill. It requires planning, flexibility, quick decision-making, and most of all patience, patience, and more patience. It is definitely not a task for sissies! Are you a surveillance investigator who wants to learn more tricks of the trade? Or…are you someone who wants to hire a competent surveillance investigator and you don’t know where to start. Pennsylvania Private Investigator Matt Grotkowski says, “Surveillance is able to cut through the layers of fraud and trickery and provide you with clear-cut answers. When it’s done properly, surveillance is able to counter someone’s false claims with their factual actions and behavior.” Tune in to hear Matt Grotkowski discuss this vital investigative tool.

It is estimated approximately six million Americans are adoptees according to genealogy expert Kimberly Powell, around 2% of the population. Also, if siblings, biological, and adoptive parents are included, one in every eight Americans are touched by adoption. This is the time of year when we turn our thoughts to friends and family. This is particularly true of adoptees or birth parents. Have you or a family member placed a child for adoption and you want to reconnect with that child? Are you adopted and want to find your birth parents? Tune in to hear Tamara Thompson, both an adoption expert and private investigator, address the details surrounding adoption investigations.

For several years, Private Investigator Kitty Hailey’s focus on the ideals and standards for private investigators has given her a voice to address professional ethics for legal specialists. Kitty believes in doing her best and has set a high benchmark for all private investigation practitioners. She is well-versed on topics such as consumer privacy, conflicts of interest, and how to interact with both clients and other investigators. The rules for what is deemed lawful and what is against the law is a changing landscape due to technological advances and legal challenges. Tune in to hear Kitty Hailey discuss these changes to determine when a violation of accepted etiquette crosses the line to become a breach of ethics?

French private investigator and former police officer from the United Kingdom, Graham Dooley, has had considerable success in locating people all over the world with the barest of information. How are people traced outside the United States? What are the obstacles and what are the challenges he faces in locating an individual’s whereabouts or his or her assets? Is one country more difficult than another? How are the differences in culture and language addressed? Tune in to hear Graham Dooley discuss his work and how he operates from his offices in both France and the United Kingdom?

An alarming statistic from The Journal of American Medical Association (Jama)…medical negligence is the 3rd leading cause of death in the United States right behind cancer and heart disease. What do you do if you believe you have a medical malpractice claim? How is a claim investigated? What are the components of a valid claim against a medical practitioner? What is necessary to be shown for a claimant to prevail? How has tort reform impacted this area of law? Tune in to hear Paul Freidman, one of the premier personal injury attorneys in the United States, discuss the ins and outs of medical malpractice.

Former FBI Agent Charles Williams is an interviewing and interrogation expert. He developed the C.A.R.E. Interviewing system, a process to gain cooperation, control, and to detect deception. C.A.R.E is an acronym for Control, Assessment, Reciprocal Relationship, and Exit. Hear Charles Williams discuss the investigative skills, steps and secrets he believes are essential to take an investigation to a successful conclusion.

Private investigators frequently come in contact with forensic psychologists when it concerns a psychological testing and evaluation for either a civil or criminal case. Did you know that forensic psychologists also develop terrorist profiles and evaluate candidates for political asylum? Dr. Reuben Vaisman-Tzaschor developed the counter-terrorism strategy for the Bush administration, subsequently adopted by the FBI.

The world of a private investigator has expanded dramatically over the last twenty years. It is not unusual to see a request for assistance in a foreign country. What used to be a luxury, networking with investigators across the globe is now a necessity. Employees of multi-national corporations are often transferred to foreign shores; therefore people are highly mobile. Where it is a background investigation for employment, genealogical research, a fraud case, or a parental abduction, it is essential today to have contacts around the world. Asian private investigator and security professional, Pawanjit Ahluwalia with offices in India, the Middle East, and Dubai will discuss the importance of developing your global contact list.

Former FBI Agent Charles Williams is an interviewing and interrogation expert. He developed the C.A.R.E. Interviewing system, a process to gain cooperation, control, and to detect deception. C.A.R.E is an acronym for Control, Assessment, Reciprocal Relationship, and Exit. Hear Charles Williams discuss the investigative skills, steps and secrets he believes are essential to take an investigation to a successful conclusion.

A significant number of Private Investigators operate a business. As business owners, it is essential to collect and evaluate all available information to make daily decisions. Employee Benefit Plans are no exception. Utilizing an independent analysis of a medical plan can reduce health benefits costs and provide a better structure to maintain, manage, and control costs. F. Randall Childers is an expert in this area. Tune in to get a better understanding of employee benefit health plans and gain insight into information that gets provided by agents, brokers, consultants and contract administrators.

Private investigators are forever looking for new products, systems, and programs to make their work more productive. Mobile applications are no exception. Most investigators use a Smart Phone of one flavor or another. It is an integral component of a private investigator’s tool box. Private Investigator Joey Cruse has made it his mission to ferret out viable and useful mobile applications. Tune in to hear Joey share his favorites.

Your case is over. Your side prevailed, and you received a judgment against your adversary. You think you won, right? Wrong! You still will have to collect the judgment and unfortunately, more often than not, it is not an easy task. Every minute counts following the award. If your adversary has not thought of hiding assets before, he is now. It is an astonishing fact that 80% of the financial judgments awarded are never collected. Financial expert and certified fraud examiner Joe Dickerson is a specialist skilled in collecting judgments. If you have a judgment or are involved in a case where you may end up with a judgment, this show is not one to miss.

The internet has countless positive aspects. Unfortunately, those with sinister objectives have also found the internet to be useful to pursue their rogue activities. If you have not heard the terms of dorking, doxing or swating in internet vernacular, or have heard the terms but do not understand the process, this show is for you. Tune in to hear internationally known private investigator, Steven Rambam, discuss these nefarious activities that are a danger to all of us.

Would you like to become a more proficient photographer? Are you interested in hearing tips and tricks from a professional? Taking photographs under an array of circumstances for an assortment of reasons is an essential skill for many, but it is a principal tool in the private investigator’s tool box for gathering evidence. Tune in to hear Certified Evidence Photographer Keith Rosenthal share his expert but practical knowledge.

Six months ago, most of us had never heard of the Ashley Madison web site where the motto is “Life is short. Have an affair.” Today, this internet meeting site, self-described as “the world’s leading married dating for discreet encounters” is not only on the daily news but on the lips of most of us. What do you really know about the details? Tune in to hear forensic expert. Kevin Ripa, discuss such particulars as to why the site was hacked, what is being done to track the hackers, what information is actually available on the subscribers including the fall out and unintended consequences, and the related extortion.

It is difficult, today, to imagine the world without computers, email or the internet. We rely on it, use it as our primary communication vehicle. However, as beneficial as this cyber market of offerings is to our homes and businesses, we must be vigilant to threats. Do you know what you are seeking? Do you have an action plan in the event there is a data breach? What about an insider threat? If the intrusion is serious, is it feasible to identify and track down the cyber criminals? Tune in to hear cyber expert Bruce Anderson discuss this emerging discipline and ways to navigate complex cyber and internet challenges.

The word of the day appears to be Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), commonly known as drones. Regardless of your pro or con position on the use of drones, there is no doubt they can be a useful investigative tool. Are you considering adding a drone to your investigative tool box? You may have questions about regulations, insurance, training for safe operations, or the initial cost factor. Tune in to hear James Nanos, a private investigator who utilizes drones, to address these fundamental issues about owning and using drones.

Have you ever wondered exactly what a criminal defense investigator does? Are you one of those people who question why people represent criminals? Are you one who wrinkles up your nose and asks, “How can you do that kind of work?” Even though much has changed in the American justice system, rights of even those who are accused of committing crimes are still protected by the United States Constitution. Daniel Dafoe said, “I hear much of people’s calling out to punish the guilty. But very few are concerned to clear the innocent.” There is no investigator better qualified to talk about criminal defense investigations than Brandon Perron, private investigator, criminal defense expert, author, and founder of both the Criminal Defense Investigations Training Council and the Board Certified Criminal Defense Investigator Program. Do not miss this discussion! You will not be sorry.

You’ve seen the movies! During the 1960’s drugs became a symbol of social upheaval, political dissent, and youthful rebellion. President Richard Nixon identified drug abuse as a serious national threat…public enemy # 1 and declared the War on Drugs. Los Angeles Police Department followed suit. Tune in to hear former Los Angeles Police Detective and Narcotics Officer, Hank Foresta, tell his personal experiences with the war on drugs from its very inception to his retirement in 1992.

How many times do you pass by an opportunity that crosses your doorstep? Do you look back and say, “If only I had…?” What happens when your competition or changes in the law make your business no longer viable? What are you doing to leverage your resources? What did you do to survive the economic downturn of the past eight years? Did you capitalize on an opportunity you did not previously consider? Did you adapt your business model? Or…did you just persevere with your old tried and true systems, procedures, or products hoping for a better day? Tune in to hear Private Investigator, consultant, expert witness and entrepreneur, Russell Kolins, share his experiences of maximizing every opportunity and realizing the results.

When you receive a digital recording, do you know how to tell if it has been altered? If you cannot quite make out whispers, facial details, or a license plate, do you know what to do next? This episode explains how to detect and prove file tampering, how to prevent it, and the easy steps to enhance the details. Listeners will learn the trade secrets, best practices, educational resources, and free software that is relied upon by forensic experts worldwide. Tune in to hear Doug Carner, a forensic audio, video, Image enhancement and authentication expert share his expertise.

Have you ever had a need for a public relations consultant, someone to give advice about handling communications in a high profile case, get training on working with the media, development stakeholder relationships, or build a brand? Former editor at one of the nation’s largest metro dailies and former vice president of Public Relations at a large metro agency, award winning Kyle Niederpruem is an expert in all of these areas. Tune in to hear her discuss what she does and give the dos and don’ts regarding media relations.

Pre-employment screening is a vital aspect to choosing the right employee for a job, particularly those positions that have a high level of influence or handle company assets. It sounds so simple. However, the many laws surrounding the methods used to conduct background checks, by whom, and what information can be reported and what cannot, are quite complicated. Laws not only vary from state to state, federal laws get into the mix as well. Lester S. Rosen is an attorney, a licensed private investigator, an author of a popular tutorial on background screening, and the CEO of a background screening company. Les promises to tell everything an enterprising PI needs to know about the laws governing pre-employment screening.

Private investigation is a communication business. From interviewing witnesses, to interfacing with clients, or when testifying in depositions or civil and criminal courts, a private investigator has to be able to develop strong connections and communicate effectively. Former FBI Special Agent and now private investigator, Ron Whitney, has made it his business to learn as much as possible about communicating and creating strong relationships. This is a topic that crosses all boundaries and regardless of personal religious or political preferences, Ron Whitney can provide tools to make your communication more effective.

Eight years ago the Mississippi River Bridge was a steel-trussed, eight-lane arch bridge carrying Interstate 35 across the Saint Anthony Falls in Minneapolis, Minnesota. At the time, this bridge carried over 140,000 vehicles every single day. Then the unbelievable happened. During the evening rush hour on August 1, 2007, the bridge collapsed, killing 13 and injuring 145 more. Within a few hours, Minnesota Private Investigator Paul Jaeb was retained to conduct an investigation on behalf of one of his law firm clients that, at a minimum, was a challenging task. Tune in to hear Paul Jaeb discuss this major investigation, its challenges, its obstacles and what he learned as a result.

Often discussed but also frequently misinterpreted is Attorney-Client Privilege and attorney Work Product. Clients of attorneys and even private investigators working under an attorney’s direction need to have a clear understanding of what these terms mean conceptually and practically. Chicago Private Investigator Susan Carlson will discuss these constitutionally based concepts as it applies to the important work of PIs

What can be done when a video or audio recording is poor quality? What if the image is blurred? How about background noise that overrides the spoken word? What if the sound transmission obliterates vital background noise? Does it matter if the photo or the recording is from a cell phone? Is it possible to discover a cheating spouse by detecting voice stress? What are the myths concerning what enhancement can be done and what can’t? Video and audio recordings are often critical pieces of evidence in a myriad of legal proceedings. Forensic examiner Doug Carner will be available to answer these questions and practical applications and procedures such as image analysis, filtering, enhancement, restoration, authentication, identification, extraction, isolation and other topics. Joining Doug will be Private Investigator Jim Allard to talk about cases he has worked on involving these topics.

News reports of sexual assaults captures our attention. Whether it is the molestation of a child or an adult, collectively we notice. Dr. Craig Pradarelli is an expert on drug-facilitated sexual assault; sexual contact or sexual intercourse with an individual who has become incapacitated by drugs. What is the psychological profile of a person who initiates sexual activity without the other party’s knowledge? Little is known about the profile of such a perpetrator. Tune in to hear Dr. Pradarelli discuss this topic from the viewpoint of a medical doctor, a psychologist and someone who formerly investigated criminal defense cases.

Private investigators conduct surveillance. Most people know it is one of the functions PIs are hired to do. It is a difficult, tedious, and often a boring task. It can also be an adrenalin rush when the surveillance bears fruit. A reconnaissance assignment can involve following a workers compensation or other type of fraudster, a parental abductor, a theft of company property, or the act of simply gathering information for a contested child custody case. An essential skill is the ability to multi-task and manage a myriad of obstacles. Regardless of the assignment, it takes grit and skill to do it correctly. Experienced surveillance investigator Steve Koenig will examine the reality of conducting surveillance investigations.

American born and raised, Private Investigator Seth Derish has become adept at setting up his investigation agency in Costa Rica and developing a Latin America investigation business. How did he accomplish this? What steps did he take? What is it like in comparison to working in California or other parts of the United States? Tune into hear Seth Derish’s adventures and perspectives.

Leadership can be interpreted differently to people around the world as well as in varied situations. There are varied needs for leadership; individual, community, religious, political, team, and political leadership. One area that is meaningful to many is the leadership of the president or director of their professional albeit volunteer trade association? What are the components of an effective leader? Who decides? Are leaders born that way or can they be trained? Tune in to hear Florida private investigator Tim O’Rourke discuss the concepts he has found successful in leading both his own company and his state’s private investigation trade association.

The world of cyberspace has created a contingent of tormentors who sit behind their computer screens and spend an inordinate time disparaging others. The headlines typically relay situations from middle school and high school, but it doesn’t stop there. Unfortunately, some provocateurs carry these loathsome tactics with them through their entire adult life. They are most likely the same people who bullied their middle and high school classmates. Using email and the internet as a tool, these same cyber-tyrants can now send their venom to the far corners of the globe at will. What has been your experience? Have you been a recipient of this contemptible practice of denigrating others? If you or someone close to you has been a target, tune in to hear Victoria DiNatale, a 23-year-old bullying survivor, share her anti-bullying message.

What “victimless” crime costs more than 5 billion dollars annually… • Is paid for by every person who purchases any product or service…anywhere in the United States • Is paid for by every person who pays taxes to any governmental agency…anywhere in the United States • Is frequently committed by law enforcement officers or firefighters in the last 5 years before they retire… The answer? Workers’ Compensation Fraud…A wide-spread hoax that occurs in both the private and public sectors, it frequently becomes the job of a private investigator to investigate the suspected scam and prepare the case for prosecution. Husband and wife team Riley and Jane Parker are worker’s compensation fraud specialists and will share some of their expertise and case histories.

Private Investigators who are successful know how to run a business as well as conduct investigations. Do you have a marketing plan for your company? Have you defined your market? Do you have a strategy to grow your business and increase your revenue? Or, are you putting out fires and trying to figure out how to make payroll? Tune in to hear Private Investigator Kevin McClain. He has figured out how to run an effective and profitable private investigation business and is willing to share the details of what he has learned.

If you are a condominium owner or are anticipating buying a condo, you need to be aware of the reality of Homeowner Associations, often the scene of conflict and graft. Frequently unregulated, these associations are primarily composed of unpaid volunteers who live in the complex or community and are responsible for the management, operation, and financial well-being of the property. Unsuspecting buyers, dazzled by the purchase of their new home or property, often overlook this vital aspect of their acquisition. Managed correctly, however, a HOA can significantly add financial value and can enhance the aesthetics and ambiance of a place. Noted private investigator, Olivia Robinson, will offer her experiences and practical advice for current or prospective condo owners.

Do you know when someone is lying? What are the objective signs? Would you like to develop expertise at analyzing another’s behavior and identifying deception? Greg Hartley, an expert interrogator, is just the instructor to teach you how hone your skills.

Straight from the headlines…Breaking News! Another data breach! Millions of identities at risk! From Sony to Anthem, it has almost become a daily occurance. What are these companies who house our most vital information such as medical records, financial data, and all of our other personal information doing to protect all of us? Join PI’s Declassified! to hear Risk Management Expert, Jeff Spivey, discuss this important topic and a service most major banks and major corporations use to combat this risk that happens beyond the firewall.

There is so much to learn from social media. It changes daily, new sites are added frequently, and the available offerings are almost unlimited. It has become the method of choice to stay connected to our friends, our family and is an expedient means to connect with business associates or to promote your business or your product. To stay on top of this important resource requires time and tenacity. Tune in to hear social media intelligence analyst, Eli Rosenblatt, discuss this vital investigative tool.

It is not a surprise that any private investigator has a plethora of experiences and stories to provide terrific fodder for an interesting read. It could be a tale of an interesting case, a compilation of short stories, or an instructional how-to book. The topics are endless. Where do you start? How do you get published? What are your available options? Private Investigator and Chief Ethics Officer of a major global provider of whistleblower hotline and compliance services in over 150 countries, Eugene Ferraro has published more than a dozen books. Through the publishing process, Gene became annoyed with the tactics of big-name publishers and developed an efficient process to enable to individuals to get their works published. Tune in to hear Gene provide tips and guidelines to enable you to become a successful author.

Genuine credentials should be foundational to the credibility of any expert witness. An expert witness is defined as one who has knowledge beyond that of an ordinary person and often gives testimony to understand or interpret an issue requiring a specific expertise. But…are an expert’s credentials always authentic? A background investigation of one expert revealed tainted qualifications. Tune in to hear the shocker uncovered by Private Investigator Chris Reynolds on a prosecutor’s key witness.

On-line dating has become a popular method to locate that once-in-a-lifetime prince or princess charming. Whether it is an on-line dating service or a social media site, it is a convenient and accessible way to meet others. It is no secret, however, that the internet can be fraught with scammers and fraudsters, ever-ready to prey on the vulnerable and unsuspecting. The idea that “it can’t happen to me” is common but, unfortunately, it can happen to anyone! What are the red flags? Tune in to hear DL “Diana” Garren, author of Who is the Real Man Behind the Screen? Diana will provide insight on the predator’s tools of deception as well as report on the inner workings of the scamming world as told to her by the fraudsters themselves.

Howard Hughes was a pioneer aviator, aerospace engineer, filmmaker, inventor, investor, entrepreneur, business magnate, and philanthropist. One of the wealthiest men in the world during his lifetime, he founded Hughes Aircraft then acquired Trans World Airlines which merged with American Airlines. He is included in the fifty-one Heroes of Aviation. Always controversial, Howard Hughes was famously handsome and dated many well-known actresses such as Ava Gardner, Katharine Hepburn and Bette Davis. Private Investigator Peter Maheu knew Howard Hughes and was involved in managing Hughes gaming interests as well as his mining and real estate investments. Tune in to hear Peter discuss the Hughes he knew along with the myths that surrounded him, some true and some not so true.

For 17 years, Ted Kaczynski, a child prodigy and university mathematics professor-turned domestic terrorist, manufactured and mailed bombs to key people, killing three people and injuring twenty-three. Meet Max Noel, former criminal investigative agent with the FBI, who along with other task force members, tracked Kaczynski and apprehended him in front of his remote Montana mountain cabin. Tune in to hear Max Noel tell the story of his team’s activities and the work of the FBI on this most fascinating case of the hunt and capture of Theodore J. Kaczynski aka The Unabomber.

Private investigators, like the police officer on the street, often have to gather information quickly, frequently standing on the street or even at someone’s front door. Besides being able to talk to people easily, a private investigator also needs to be quick at evaluating the provider of the information for authenticity and truthfulness. Private investigator and former Fayetteville, North Carolina patrol officer, Christopher Borba, will share his experiences getting people to tell the truth.

No one is safe from identity theft. It is an epidemic fueled by fraud and deceit. Unfortunately, it is more than a financial risk; it can involve medical services, diagnoses and other details stored in your permanent medical file. Victims of identity theft have their credit ruined, tax refunds diverted, and crimes committed in their name. The results of identity theft can be life-altering and private investigators are often called to assist. One experienced Private Investigator and Identity Theft Expert is Carrie Kerskie. Tune in to hear Carrie’s viewpoint on conducting ID Theft investigations.

For two years, the sordid saga of conspiracy and criminal acts of a California Private Investigator and a Contra Costa County Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) Task Force Commander rocked Northern California. Not only did they sell drugs confiscated from evidence, but they also ran a brothel and provided paid protection for the bawdy-house prostitutes. It didn’t stop there! This PI, conspiring with a family law attorney and utilizing his female soccer mom PI’s, set up “Dirty DUIs” on husbands in contested child custody cases. Further driven by greed, he and his staff of mommy PI’s used actors to fake cheaters cases to gain media attention and develop a TV series. Tune in to hear Pete Crooks discuss his connection to this merry band of co-conspirators he chronicled in his recently released book, The Setup: A True Story of Dirty Cops, Soccer Moms, and Reality TV.

It is difficult to imagine shaking a baby so hard to cause death or serious injury. In 2005, Julie Baumer was convicted of child abuse resulting from the injuries to her 6-week-old nephew while in her care. The prosecution case centered around Shaken Baby Syndrome, however, other causes were not explored by either the prosecution or Julie’s defense attorney. She was sentenced to 10-15 years. Tune in to hear Julie, along with Professor David Moran and Heather Kirkwood discuss what went wrong and what actually happened to baby Phillipp.

David Camm, a retired Indiana State Trooper, arrived home after playing basketball at a local church one evening and found his wife on the garage floor shot in the head. Her pants and shoes were removed, and her shoes were on top of the family’s Ford Bronco. Their two children, ages five and seven, were found in the backseat of the car, fatally shot as well. David was arrested two days later. In an unfortunate case of police tunnel vision, followed by prosecutorial misconduct, a palm print inside the car was ignored and a prison sweatshirt found next to his wife was dismissed. A name was printed on the back of the sweatshirt. On October 24, 2013, three trials and thirteen years later, David Camm was acquitted and walked a free man. Tune in to hear David and his private investigator, Bill Clutter, tell the sordid details of David’s journey and his ultimate exoneration.

A fear worse than falsely being convicted of a crime as heinous as rape or murder is the fear of dying in prison as an innocent person. That is what happened to Timothy Cole, a military veteran and 26-year-old university student. He was convicted of rape in 1986 when the victim testified to his identity. Despite the confession of the real rapist in 1995, Cole was not released. Following his death in prison in 1999, a DNA test cleared his name “to a 100 percent moral, legal and factual certainty.” Join Timothy’s brother Cory Session and Innocence Project of Texas attorney, Nick Vilbas, to discuss this tragedy and the progressive steps taken in Texas since Timothy was exonerated.

17 years in prison! Obie Anthony was convicted of a 1994 attempted robbery and the murder of Felipe Gonzales in 1995. The conviction, based on the testimony of one witness who operated a nearby house of prostitution, had a prior manslaughter conviction, and was known to carry and use firearms, was overturned in 2011. Northern California Innocence Project Legal Director, Linda Starr, said, “Police purposely ignored and hid evidence that did not support their theory…The prosecution falsely denied that they granted their star witness a deal for his cooperation and failed to correct his lies at trial. And Mr. Anthony’s own attorney failed to investigate the case. For their failures, Mr. Anthony has spent 17 years in prison for a murder he did not commit – and the actual murderer has remained free. This cannot be considered justice” (Santa Clara Law News & Events). Tune in to hear Obie Anthony and Linda Starr tell Obie’s story of his conviction, exoneration and his release 17 years later.

In 1993 eighteen-year-old John Edward Smith was identified by a surviving shooting victim who now admits he lied when he testified. Prosecutors also withheld evidence that another individual was responsible for the shooting. John had an alibi, however, his attorney failed to present three witnesses who could verify his whereabouts at the time of the shooting and failed to obtain phone records to support his alibi. After Deirdre O’Connor of Innocence Matters contacted the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office with this new evidence, the DA re-investigated the case and concluded John was not involved. Tune in to hear John and Deirdre relay the events of John’s conviction and his release after spending 17 years in prison.

Two months ago, October 10, 2014, Susan Mellen walked out of a Torrance, California courtroom after serving 17 years in prison for a murder she did not commit. Susan was convicted of the 1998 brutal murder of her former boyfriend based on the words of a woman who had a reputation for dishonesty. Enter Attorney Deirdre O’Connor, founder of Innocence Matters, who found substantial evidence to discredit the witness and locate one of the three original suspects who then confessed and exonerated Susan. Tune in to hear Susan and Deirdre tell the story of Susan’s amazing exoneration.

Anthony Murray was wrongfully convicted of first-degree murder in Illinois in 1998. In 2012, the Illinois Innocence Project presented new evidence that won him a third trial. In a surprise move, the county prosecutor approached Anthony with the “Alford Plea.” This shift presented Anthony with difficult choices. Join Anthony Murray and Larry Golden, Professor Emeritus of University of Illinois and founder and pro bono director of the Downstate Innocence Project to hear of Anthony’s 16-year-journey.

Whether you are a corporate leader, an entrepreneur, or a business owner such as a private investigator or other legal professional, this show is for you. Learning skills to be more effective, more productive and reduce the clutter in our lives becomes a life-long project for many of us. Productivity coach and author, Jason W. Womack’s unique real-world perspective offers a practical and actionable blueprint to boost your performance and redirect your energy, your focus and your time.

Whether you are a corporate leader, an entrepreneur, or a business owner such as a private investigator or other legal professional, this show is for you. Learning skills to be more effective, more productive and reduce the clutter in our lives becomes a life-long project for many of us. Productivity coach and author, Jason W. Womack’s unique real-world perspective offers a practical and actionable blueprint to boost your performance and redirect your energy, your focus and your time.

Nigerian fraud is big business amounting to billions of losses to citizens around the globe. Some people are drawn to these financial pretexts like magnets. From business owners to doctors to senior citizens, many otherwise intelligent people are pulled in by the idea of getting a windfall or assisting someone purporting an altruistic intent. These swindlers are referred to as the 419 Scammers. The name is taken from Nigerian law, 419, prohibiting obtaining anything from another under false pretenses with an intent to defraud. Private investigator and former New York police officer Ron Alvarez will discuss investigating these scams and give details on what is being done to attempt to control them.

Who is this mythical PI creature advanced through books, movies, and television? Is he the guy lurking behind a tree with his binoculars? Does he drink to excess or drive a red Ferrari? Can you identify him from his Hawaiian shirt? Who is this PI in real life? Tune it to hear all of these questions and more answered by Oregon Private Investigator Eli Rosenblatt.

After retiring from the Orange County Sheriff Department as a Lieutenant and becoming a Licensed Private Investigator, Bill Hunt is often approached by those from federal, state and local law enforcement looking to make the same transition to the private sector as he did. Bill has successfully mentored numerous aspiring PI's who now operate profitable private investigation businesses. Tune in to hear Bill Hunt tell of his experiences and offer ideas and suggestions for those who are moving from law enforcement to the very different world of private investigation.

Real life actually is stranger than fiction! Joe Stiles is a Bail Enforcement Agent with many stories to tell after almost thirty years in the bail bond business. Bail Enforcement is a risky business, but nevertheless, leaves room for a laugh now and then. Join Joe Stiles as he tells the tales of his experiences and the crazy thing people do and say to a bail enforcement agent.

What do you do when you fail to meet your client’s expectations? What do you do when you can’t deliver what you promised? Do you make excuses, cover it up, or just cease communicating with the belief you have done everything you can do? Or, do you advise your client at the onset of the case that there are no promises, guarantees, and there may be potential risks in the investigation you are embarking on their behalf? Brian Willingham is a Licensed Private Investigator and popular PI blogger. Tune in to hear Brian address how he communicates with his client when all investigative efforts take a nose-dive.

Does the idea of running a paperless office give you anxiety? Wouldn’t you like to know how two successful private investigators achieved operating an office without paper? Private Investigators Chris Reynolds and Chris Woodson have done just that! Of course, this concept has application to any office anywhere, not just to a private investigator’s office. Tune in to hear these two experienced PI’s discuss the upside and downside of running a paperless office.

Have you ever thought you need an interpreter to communications with the attorney for whom you were providing services? Have you experienced either miscommunication or misinterpretation? Is assistance required to decipher instructions from your attorney-client? Anthony Zinnanti is an attorney and will discuss tips to work with this rare breed legal professional.

Ferreting out fraud, recovering abducted children, locating witnesses for criminal or civil cases, identifying counterfeit products are just some of the many services provided by private investigators. One of the most significant tools in an investigator’s tool box is access to databases of information. Always controversial, these databases that compile information about all of us can come from the government or from the private sector. Scott Wilson is the Director of Sales for IRBsearch and will discuss the ins and outs of access to data and how it relates to the propriety products offered by IRBsearch.

Private investigator Steven Rambam has paid his dues. For over thirty years, he has relentlessly pursued his client’s interests across U.S. and international borders, often at considerable personal risk. Today, he is known for locating almost 200 Nazi war criminals and collaborators, hosting “No Where to Hide” on the Identification Discovery Channel with real life stories of investigating fraud and deceit, and being the technical advisor for Kinky Friedman’s murder mystery series. He has worked to curtail terrorist fund raising, and he conducts and coordinates countless private investigator activities. Tune in to hear Steve Rambam: he has stories to tell.

Do you have a protection plan for the members of your family? For yourself? Do you have a security strategy for your employees? An area where private investigators often become involved is executive protection, although, the need for protection is no longer limited to at-risk executives. Today, with the myriad of threats facing us, we need to develop a comprehensive security plan. Tune in to hear Private Investigator Leon Lee Ives, the author of Vanished: How to Protect Yourself and Your Children, provide his step-by-step recommendations to create a safety net for your family and your business.

Private investigators are often charged with ferreting out workers compensation fraud, identifying those who produce counterfeit products, recovering parental-abducted children, gathering evidence for child custody cases, and a variety of other undercover assignments. What can you do if you are the minority in a neighborhood or if there is simply no place where you won’t be noticed? How do you keep the target of your investigation and those around them from knowing you are watching, particularly in this age of hyper-awareness? Tune in to hear St. Louis Private Investigator Billy Reynolds discuss his creative tips for hiding in plain sight.

With rapidly changing laws in employment background screening, what is the future for employers in their hiring procedures? Tools used by employers, background screeners, and private investigators are vanishing rapidly, only to leave employers with limited resources to protect their businesses. Background screening and human resource management expert, Barry Nixon, will discuss this troubling trend.

What do you do when you need to mitigate a controversy for yourself or a case you are investigating? Whether you are a Fortune 500 CEO, university chancellor, celebrity, politician, athlete, attorney or even an individual private investigator, where do you go for advice, particularly when there is high-profile exposure? You may need an expert to provide you tactical guidance, or you may require a behind-the-scenes process to gain positive publicity, to hold the media accountable for erroneous or distorted reporting, and a vehicle to proactively tell your story. Award-winning investigative reporter, Glenn Bunting, knows how the media thinks and operates. Tune in to hear Glenn share his skills and expertise using both traditional and new media tools to get your message heard.

Skiptracers have a key role in the health of the economy. Those who grant credit cannot operate unless paid, and when unable to collect a debt, companies sell severely past-due accounts to debt buyers or collection agencies. Others, like private investigators, process servers, repossessors and fugitive recovery agents also need to locate people. These people can range from those not attempting to hide to those who skip intentionally to avoid a debt to the hardcore fraudsters who never intend to pay. Private Investigator Michael “Mike” Dores has spent over 30 years tracking people and he is skilled in both the techniques and the laws surrounding the process. Tune in to hear expert skiptracer Mike Dores talk about how skiptracing has changed during his career and provide suggestions, tips and techniques to trace the skip.

Long before Don’t Ask - Don’t Tell and despite more than 25 years exemplary military service, including receiving a Bronze Star for service in Vietnam, Colonel Margarethe Cammermeyer was discharged from the Washington National Guard after she disclosed she was a lesbian during a security clearance interview. Tune in to hear about Colonel Cammermeyer’s journey, the investigation surrounding her sexual orientation, her law suit against the military and her vindication when she was reinstated to retire honorably as Washington State’s Chief Nurse.

For over thirty years, Jack Devine served under six successive presidents from Nixon to Clinton during his time with the CIA. He ultimately became Acting Deputy Director of Operations and was responsible for all of the CIA’s spying operations in seven countries. Now Jack is an author chronicling his life as a master spy with his recently released book entitled Good Hunting. His story of intrigue is just too good to miss. Tune in to hear Jack discuss a sample of his fascinating experiences.

What is a Certified Legal Investigator (CLI)? What is required to become one? Private Investigators have a number of certifications available to them to increase their proficiency and standing in their chosen field of expertise. Some trade associations have strong certification programs and those with value often have daunting requirements, but are worth the work nevertheless. Author, teacher, and private investigator Rory McMahon will discuss certification programs, specifically one designed and administered by the National Association of Legal Investigators.

On-line marketplace sites such as Craigslist and eBay have made it increasingly simple for brand counterfeiters to sell their products. Prices typically are less than the real thing so why not take advantage of a deal? But the products are often lesser quality and frequently consumers are unaware they are not the real thing. It is incumbent on the owner of the brand or product to protect their label or risk losing market credibility. A logical step leads to hiring a private investigator to ferret out the imitation products and those who sell them. Enter Canadian Private Investigator, Mark Kusic. Tune in to hear Mark discuss this expanding global problem and what Mark’s company does to curtail it

A sizeable percentage of the private investigator’s work is documentation. This tedious part of the work has become easier, but at the same time, more complicated as high tech tools and applications become available. How efficient you are and how you present and package the case you are investigating for your client often means the difference between getting further business, referrals to new clients, or waiting for the phone to ring. Tune in to hear Private investigator Phil Becnel, one who has closely examined these fundamentals of documentation and has recommendations for a uniform style that will simplify your operation.

It is an asset for an investigator to have an exceptional memory. Some who are memory challenged might say, the memory filing system is excellent; it is the retrievable system that’s flawed. What tools do you use to remember details? Private Investigator Jim Silvania is going to discuss this frustrating side of life and what he does to resolve it.

The mass abduction of several hundred female students in Nigeria outraged the world recently. Unfortunately, similar scenarios with smaller numbers is happening every day, and not only to young women. Males are sold into slavery as well. It is an ugly global epidemic. Enter Dottie Laster and Nick Hart, partners in the Bound No More Project. Every day, Dottie and Nick find themselves on the front lines of the recovery of someone’s son or daughter. This is a show not to miss. Tune in to hear the recent recovery stories and new developments in fighting this pervasive crime.

The federal Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act (AETA) was signed into law November 27, 2006. This law opens up many opportunities for investigators to work for attorneys defending those who are charged under the act, to work for agricultural businesses or pharmaceutical companies who may be targeted by activists, or for either the plaintiff or defense on a civil suit. Tune in to hear nurse and animal lover, Rihana Cary, discuss this emerging investigative trend.

What were you doing in 1989, 25 years ago? Chicago’s Look Away was Billboard’s top hit. It was the year Communism declined, the Giants and the A’s were defeated by the San Francisco Earthquake, the Exxon Valdez caused the Alaskan Oil Spill, a giant hurricane was named Hugo, and China’s Tiananmen Square became a blood bath. It was also the year Jonathan Fleming was arrested for a murder he did not commit! Tune in to hear private investigators Lt. Robert “Bob” Rahn and Kim Ankin (Bob a former homicide detective) discuss their investigation and contribution to the recent exoneration of 51-year-old Jonathan Fleming.

Times have clearly changed. Private investigators used to have to knock on doors to obtain information relative to their cases and the people they are charged with investigating. Although that is still true today to some extent, much is gained by just knocking on the door to the internet. We all know there is volumes of information to be found on any subject, but locating the right data, obtaining and analyzing it in a useable format is really key. Tune in to hear Chris Gormley, Chief Executive Officer of smiAware, a cloud based company that makes it easier and less expensive than manual searches to find and analyze public internet information

Founded in 1975, The National Council of Investigation and Security Services (NCISS) has fought restrictive legislation and governmental regulations with unintended consequences on behalf of private investigators and security professionals before Congress and governmental agencies. Today, NCISS announces two new programs to assist security professionals and private investigators expand their legislative knowledge and influence. Tune in to hear James Huckabee, Tom Shamshak, and Dean Beers, all NCISS Vice Presidents, discuss these exciting new developments, along with NCISS Legislative Advocate, Keith Nelson from the Washington DC firm of Lobbyit.

One of the myriad of tasks performed by private investigator is to interview individuals from all cultures and walks of life. The interview may be to gather details from a material witness, collect background information, or detect deception from a potential fraudster. Whatever the circumstances, cosmetic procedures such as plastic surgery and Botox are altering an investigator’s ability to interpret key facial expressions. Tune in to head Los Angeles Private Investigator Catherine Townsend discuss this important development and her observations.

One of the most challenging tasks in a criminal defense investigator’s world is investigating a capital case that has already exhausted all of its appellate rights. Called a writ of habeas corpus, it is a death row inmate’s last opportunity for to find relief from execution. There have been 144 death row exonerations since 1973, according to Death Penalty Information Center. Possibly the trial lawyer was ineffectual or incompetent, the defendant’s constitutional rights were violated, or there may even be newly discovered evidence. Regardless of the situation, it is an uphill battle and mostly a thankless, but ever demanding responsibility. Tune in to hear Private Investigator Joseph Thornton, a former Philadelphia Capital Habeas Unit staff investigator discuss his daily life as a post-conviction capital case investigator.

Private investigators are often called upon when there is an unexplained disappearance, particularly when law enforcement does not have the resources. That was the case when Bob Ehlert went missing. Bob was last seen in Panama in June 2013 working on his boat outside Panama City. Hailing originally from Harris County, Minnesota, outgoing and gregarious Bob Ehlert loved living in Panama. Enter Panamanian Private Investigator, Brett Mikkelson, who was hired by the Ehlert family. Tune in to hear Brett’s tale of searching for the clues to find out what happened to Bob Ehlert.

Working on a high-profile criminal case is a little like being on a never-ending rollercoaster. Arizona Private Investigator, Rich Robertson was the defense investigator during the high profile homicide case of Prescott, Arizona stockbroker, Steven DeMocker. DeMocker was convicted of the 2008 beating death of his ex-wife, Carol Kennedy. The conviction last year followed five tumultuous years of courtroom drama including the death of a judge due to a brain tumor, termination of a key deputy, allegations of both evidence tampering and conspiracy, as well as the resignation of the original Defense Team due to a conflict of interest. Tune in to hear Rich Robertson discuss this fascinating case and provide his thoughts of managing a case with heavy media exposure.

Sometimes a mistake by a person serving legal papers can turn into a disaster. What do you and how you do it often makes the difference between losing a client and becoming a hero. Tune in to hear Kevin Toal from Nova Scotia provide tips on how to determine where to deliver those pesky legal papers and what to do if you have identified the wrong person.

Do you or your client have an important meeting and you are concerned about confidentiality? Has your board room’s security been breached? Are you concerned there are leaks from your organization and can’t figure out where the leaks are originating? Would your business be negatively impacted if your information was comprised? Consider a specialist in technical surveillance countermeasures? Tune in to listen to countermeasures expert Art Lesser. He may answer questions you never even thought to ask!

How do you start developing a unique brand for your business? Where do you begin? What kinds of issues should you consider? What about rebranding an established agency? It is a confusing process and immensely time-consuming. Tune in to hear Private Investigator, media personality, and former police chief, Thomas Shamshak, with answers to guide you and avoid the pitfalls.

Few would forget the Green River Killer, who claimed over 70 victims in the 80s and 90s in the Northwest before he was apprehended in 2001. Sam Waters was also a victim when he was wrongfully identified as the killer years before the true killer was captured. Specifics recently uncovered will reveal chilling proof of a prosecutor conspiring along with zealous police detectives to convict an innocent citizen. Who’s next? Years of diligent work unearthing the true facts surrounding Sam’s extraordinary story exposes the very people who are sworn to protect and serve who are in office still today. Tune to hear Sam and his investigator, Mike Kiger, provide an update on Sam’s long journey to prove key facts were suppressed and witnesses coerced.

Attorney, Private Investigator and Background Screening Expert, Lester Rosen, reports that in 2014 an employer will have to carefully balance the need to safeguard the workplace through the people they hire against the legal protections now available to job applicants. Les is the author of The Safe Hiring Manual, a comprehensive guide to employment background checks and the owner of Employment Screening Resources, a background screening firm. If you have one employee or 100, this is a topic that may be vital to your ongoing enterprise. Tune in to hear Les share his expertise and discuss how to address the trends he has identified for the upcoming year.

The death of a police officer is a tragedy. But when an officer takes his or her own life, it is doubly heartbreaking. Are you aware that the number of officers killed in the line of duty is very similar to those officers who commit suicide? This is a seldom discussed topic of conversation. What are the warning signs? What resources are available? Dr. Dorothy McCoy, a psychotherapist and police consultant is no stranger to this challenging topic as she has been researching officer suicide and its causes for years. Tune in to hear Dr. McCoy provide her thoughts and the results of her research.

Today, cameras and listening devices can be hidden anywhere! Do you know who is watching you? Do you know who is listening to your most private conversations? There is an increasing number of hidden cameras found in public restrooms, hotel rooms, lockers, and even bedrooms. Spied upon victims can be spouses, partners, children or students in locker rooms or showers. Voyeurs are in our midst and spying is, for some, a way of life. Private Investigator Jimmie Mesis is here to help. Tune in to hear Jimmie provide some simple tips on detecting these insidious hidden snooping tools.

Depending on the jurisdiction, laws regulating private investigators are divergent and often contradictory from one venue to another. There is little consistency. It is even more complex to conduct business in the global environment we all find ourselves. Private Investigator Philip Becnel is trying to make sense of it all. As the author of Introduction to Conducting Private Investigations incorporated with a summary of licensing laws across the United States, Phil is branching out to Europe for his newest book. Phil is striving to understand and compare the licensing laws of the European Union along with how Europe regulates, collects and sells information. Tune in to hear Phil Becnel discuss his experiences while conducting his research and report on what he has found.

The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner or SANE, plays a significant role when a report of a sexual assault has been made. The sexual assault nurse examiner conducts forensic examinations on reported victims and suspects of sexual assault events and has special skills to assess patients, identify injury, and collect evidence. A SANE nurse must be objective and a good listener. The forensic nurse will memorialize the examination both through documentation and photography, all which will be incorporated as part of the criminal discovery file. Forensic Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Cari Caruso is just the person to ask about the examination process and serves as an expert examiner and an objective consultant for both prosecution and defense. Tune in to listen to Cari discuss the kinds of evidence she looks for during an exam and hear her experiences while performing these important protocols.

Workplace violence is complex and multidimensional. The threat may come from either inside or outside its walls. It could be in an office, a school or a warehouse. Approaches crafted to address violence prevention therefore require an active and creative multidisciplinary approach. An expert on threat assessment and author of several books on workplace investigations is Private Investigator Eugene Ferraro. Eugene holds certifications in Human Resources, Fraud Examination, and Professional Protection. He will discuss this pervasive danger and provide strategies for managers, administrators and business owners to deliver a safe and secure workplace.

There is no question that the subject of guns is a hot topic in this country. Private Investigators and private security professionals, many of whom are former law enforcement, are frequently in positions of risk while conducting investigations and protecting property. Consequently, as a group, private investigators and security professionals support the right to carry. UCLA University Professor Adam Winkler is the author of Gunfight: The Battle over the Right to Bear Arms in America. Cited and quoted by the US Supreme Court, Professor Winkler provides a thoughtful analysis of America’s heritage of the right to bear arms in conjunction with the laws enacted to promote gun safety. Join the conversation with Professor Winkler while he examines the Constitution, firearms and gun control in our current environment.

When conducting interviews and writing reports, private investigators must be forever cognizant of biases that may impact the objectivity of the investigation. This biased predisposition may be held by the investigator, the witness or both. Competent investigators must be aware that the commentary received from an individual reporting on what the person says they know or might have seen, comes from a unique perception…and possibly one with an agenda. Regardless of the type of case, it is critically important for an investigator’s reporting to be free of opinion, innuendo or conclusion. Retired private investigator and former newspaper reporter and editor, Grace Elating Castle will examine this process along with tips to keep investigators objectivity finely tuned.

Leona Helmsley made the news as famous white collar criminal. No longer so unique, the pink collar fraudster is on the rise. She even may be one of your most trusted and long term co-workers or employees. She is the Pink Collar Criminal, the growing number lower to mid-level office workers, the bookkeepers, office managers, accountants, and clerks--who steal from their employers. It can be a small business, the PTA, town government, charter school, church, volunteer organization or even the local kid’s athletic club. The number of friendly, “regular” women who shatter their employer’s trust and steal their money has increased. Thefts typically range from a few thousand to millions with incalculable legal, ethical and emotional fallout. Private investigator and Certified Fraud Examiner Kelly Paxton is an experienced fraud investigator. Listen while Kelly shares her experiences about this surprising trend.

In March, Johnny Williams of Oakland, CA became one of 29 individuals exonerated in the US in 2013. Through the joint efforts of the No CA Innocence Project (NCIP) and the CA DNA Project, a federally funded unit at NCIP, Johnny was exonerated from 2 counts of forcible lewd conduct & one count of attempted rape of a 9-year-old girl. The girl said “Johnny” did it. Johnny, who was a neighbor & friend of the family, became the suspect. He was subsequently convicted and served 14 years in prison. A forensic examination of the girl’s shirt prior to trial indicated no biological evidence; yet years later testing from both an independent lab & the police department lab yielded a male DNA profile conclusively excluding Johnny. Full disclosure: The host of this show was the defense investigator working for Johnny’s attorney in the pre-trial investigation. Tune in to hear Johnny & his attorney, Melissa O’Connell, tell the story of this very unusual DNA exoneration.

17+ years in prison! Gloria Killian was convicted in 1986 of first degree felony murder, robbery, and conspiracy and received a sentence of 32 years to life for the murder of a Sacramento, CA couple. At the time, she was a third year law student with no criminal history. In 2002, Gloria walked out of prison a free woman after the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned her conviction when it determined the conviction was based solely on perjured testimony. Six years later, the prosecuting Deputy District Attorney was tried by the State Bar of California and found guilty of unethical conduct in her case. Gloria describes her checkered journey along with Amy Kennedy, a lawyer and case manager from the Northern California Innocence Project.

A fear worse than falsely being convicted of a crime as heinous as rape or murder is the fear of dying in prison as an innocent person. That is what happened to Timothy Cole, a military veteran and 26-year-old university student. He was convicted of rape in 1986 when the victim testified to his identity. Despite the confession of the real rapist in 1995, Cole was not released. Following his death in prison in 1999, a DNA test cleared his name “to a 100 percent moral, legal and factual certainty.” Join Timothy’s brother Cory Session and Innocence Project of Texas attorney, Nick Vilbas, to discuss this tragedy and the progressive steps taken in Texas since Timothy was exonerated.

Many have said in various ways that it is better to set 10 guilty men free than convict one who is innocent. And even though we collectively cringe every time we learn the details of an individual who has served time in prison for a crime he or she did not commit, we still find ourselves thinking an arrest means that individual is most certainly guilty. The cases of those who are exonerated may have one or more contributing factors and those who staff the innocence projects across the nation have a daunting task. Attorney Michael Semanchik is one who is devoted to the cause. If you are interested in learning more about the workings of a project dedicated to innocence, tune in to hear Michael discuss the process.

Ted Louis Bradford was imprisoned for nearly a decade for a rape he did not commit. He spent four additional years awaiting a new trial where he was found not guilty in 2010 based on DNA evidence that proved his innocence. Ted now lives with his wife in Yakima, Washington. He is a talented musician and songwriter and a passionate advocate for the Innocence Project Northwest. Tune in to hear Ted speak frankly about the causes of wrongful convictions and his efforts to educate the community and prevent future injustices.

Can you imagine traveling to war-torn Rwanda, the killing ground of the Hutu extremists? In 100 days over 800,000 Tutsi people were murdered by Hutus in 1994. The world watched. This wide spread genocide destroyed a population of doctors, lawyers, teachers & government leaders. Can you envision yourself helping to rebuild this tiny East African country? The Saddleback Justice Task Force did. A group including private investigator Dan Goldsmith trekked to Rwanda to assess the Rwandan justice system.The Rwandan National Police invited their return and 18 months later six hardy volunteers, including Dan, two police officers, two attorneys and a domestic violence & marriage/family counseling expert, began formal classes to share their expertise with the fledgling new Rwandan Police force. In 2009 & 2010, Dan led 2 more teams back to Rwanda to conduct additional police training. You will want to hear this story of commitment and courage by a PI who decided to make a difference.

With increasing numbers of veterans returning home and scores with physical disabilities, therapeutic horseback riding is getting attention. Wounded service personnel and veterans who have fought to preserve our freedom are being offered a process called Hippotherapy or Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy. Tune in to hear Private Investigator Dave Townsend tell about his new passion and this important horse therapy program.

A criminal charge of sexual abuse has lifelong consequences. There is no question that there are many documented cases of legitimate sexual misconduct between fathers and their children. But there are also those who make false allegations and it is the job of a good investigator to ferret out the difference. Private Investigator Mark Murnan is an expert in investigating sexual abuse claims and will discuss the step by step process he uses to get the facts and get to the truth.

The safety of children becomes the responsibility for all of us. Whether you are a neighbor, a friend, a family member, or a professional charged specifically with protecting children, it still falls on the village of all of us to take steps to protect those children surrounding us. Although it is difficult not to get paranoid with perceived dangers lurking everywhere, Private Investigator Robin Martinelli says there are measures we can implement to safeguard a child’s welfare. Tune to hear Robin’s thoughts and recommendations.

Private Investigators, private security and law enforcement professionals are frequently confronted with angry people in their work. How do you react? Do you strike back or do you choose to maintain a calm demeanor? Or, does it depend on the circumstances or situation? Dr. Dorothy McCoy, author of Should I Choose Anger? Training for Law Enforcement, Security and Leaders is just the person to discuss this topic. Tune in for a lively conversation with Dr. McCoy who will provide her views and recommendations

No one ever wants to receive legal papers. It doesn’t matter whether it is a civil suit, a divorce, a garnishment or a subpoena to testify in a trial or deposition. Legal papers mean trouble! So it takes a special kind of person to execute the process of getting that critical legal document to the person it is intended. It is a specialty that requires bravado, tenacity, determination, and confidence, all rolled into one. Wendy Bignall, a private investigator and registered process server, is one of those people who knows how to overcome obstacles. Tune in to hear Wendy tell how she has become so successful in the process serving arena.

Every private investigator is confronted with it sometime in their career. It is the inner conflict, the case that haunts. It lacks reconciliation. The pieces just don’t fit; a confession that didn’t ring true, a conviction that wasn’t quite right, or a clue overlooked on a missing person case. It comes with the territory. Tune in to hear Maryland Private Investigator Lynn Levy discuss this quandary and address her experience with an inner conflict on her own case.

Few private investigators ever have a client who is a fugitive but that is exactly what happened to New Jersey private investigator Lisa Reed. Unbeknownst to Lisa, her client was being sought for bilking the US Department of Defense out of millions of dollars in defense contracts. The client fortunately provided an assumed name freeing Lisa to coordinate with law enforcement since the man she thought was her client did not exist. Tune in to hear Lisa tell her harrowing story of the tracking and ultimate capture of Roger C. Day, one of America’s Most Wanted.

It is impossible to imagine the horror of the Holocaust. It is unbearable to see children torn from their parents, never to be seen again. Even though those who survived were liberated almost seventy years ago, the pain is deeply entrenched. While some sit on the sidelines and morn, Private Investigator Fred Blum takes action. Tune in to hear Private Investigator Fred Blum discuss the path he traveled to locate not only his own family members, but to locate scores of others from families fractured by this catastrophic stain on history.

Often a claim of sexual assault has no physical evidence and is based only on the word of the accuser. The accuser claims the sexual encounter is forced and unwanted. The accused claims it was consensual. Was it or wasn't it? How do you know who to believe? It can be complicated. Enter Private Investigator Jennifer Brown to discuss the issues and provide guidelines to investigate this contemporary dilemma.

As people are more and more transient, searching and locating an individual often becomes a primary task for many investigators. It could be finding a witness on a civil, a criminal case, a birth parent, a war veteran or an heir to an estate. Every so often a private investigator is even assigned to develop a family history and connect the links between generations. The longer the elapsed time since there was contact or a known address, the more difficult the search becomes. This is where expert genealogist Christopher Utley enters the scene. Tune into hear Christopher to provide tips to genealogy research and discuss his research strategy.

News anchors and broadcast journalists are often much like private investigators, operating on the front lines, conducting spontaneous interviews, and reacting to real-time unexpected events. They share many of the same traits as PI’s and must be quick to think on their feet, ready for any new development and report the facts. Tune in to hear New York CBS newscaster, Michael Schoen, tell the tales of his countless experiences both on and off the air.

Dottie Caylor disappeared in 1985. Her husband, Jule Caylor, still a person of interest, claimed he put her on the BART train. Dottie’s car with her purse was found in the BART Parking Lot. Dottie suffered from agoraphobia and her purse was the method she used to cope with her disability by always carrying items she needed such as the bee sting kit she used for her bee sting allergy. Five days later, a time unaccounted for by Jule, he reported Dottie missing after pressure from Dottie’s sister and friends. She has not been seen since. Tune in to hear PI’s Declassified host and Private Investigator, Francie Koehler, investigative reporter, Joan Morris, and Private Investigator Notty Bumbo discuss the investigation surrounding Dottie’s disappearance.

Are you struggling with marketing your private investigator or other legal support business? Are you a private investigator or in a related legal field who has just started out and don’t know what to do first? Are you interested in becoming a private investigator, a process server or other legal support professional and wonder how to market? Tune in to hear the answers to these questions and more from marketing consultant, Mindy Naumer.

Using the most highly technical equipment available, Daniel Schumaker specializes in taking evidence in civil and criminal cases and putting it into a visual format where it can be presented and easily understood. Tune into hear crime scene reconstruction expert Daniel Schumaker explain the many applications for his state-of-art equipment that competes even with what is seen on CSI.

Charged with First Degree Aggravated Kidnapping and Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution, Alma Alicia James was on the run with her sons, 9-year-old Zane and 12-year-old Matteo after the court awarded custody to her estranged husband, Iraqi and Kosovo Army veteran, Stephen James. Missing since June 20, 2012, the boy’s father thought he would never see his boys again. The case captured the interest of California PI Logan Clarke, who worked tirelessly and without compensation for 11 months and located the boys’ whereabouts in Mexico. As a result, just a few weeks ago, Zane and Matteo were returned to Texas and reunited with their father. Tune in to hear this harrowing tale of the search for Zane and Matteo and the touching reunification with their father, Stephen James.

Is there a debt owed to you? What can you do about it? Do you believe the person is hiding assets? According to Lexis Nexis, as many as 35% of delinquent debtors move each year and 50% of all accounts received for collections require some form of skip tracing. Where do you start? Have you ever considered hiring a professional to collect money owed you? Susan Nash, a forensic accountant and author of Skip Tracing Basics and Beyond, joins PI’s Declassified! to discuss this weighty topic.

Private investigators deal with issues of race and culture daily. Racial and cultural conflicts are found throughout the American landscape from border to border and in every state. It is present in the smallest community and in the largest metropolis, in the schools and in the workplace, in the neighborhoods and in the places where we shop. Sometimes, within our own homogeneous environments, we might even forget it exists. But it is there! Although often subtle, never is it so obvious than when a white man shoots a black man. It is then when the true beliefs of many are unleashed to fuel the conversation of the nation. Tune in to hear Private Investigator and author, Eric Echols, an African American man who is no stranger to the pain of racism, address this ever turbulent topic candidly and honestly.

Tune in to meet Fernando Fernández, a licensed private investigator from Carolina, Puerto Rico. Fernando manages a private investigation firm servicing international clients and works with law enforcement and private investigators throughout the world. Training as a computer technician has allowed him to branch out into a myriad of experiences he never thought possible. From wedding fraud to mortgage fraud and from locating missing aircraft to locating missing family members, Fernando has many stories to tell.

Do you know an individual who uses Heroin? Do you have reason to believe a family member or a friend is traveling down the path of being addicted? What are the signs? And, what are the devastating results? Tune in to hear addiction specialist Dr. David G. Greenberg who works extensively in the fields of chronic pain and addiction medicine, occupational and international medicine discuss how those addictions are contributing to criminal activity & civil torts.

Do you use social networking sites? Have you added Facebook, LinkedIn, Plaxo and Twitter to your daily communications? Have you considered using social networking for more than updating your family and friends? Widely traveled British private investigators Phil and Yin Johnson do. The Johnsons have crafted the use of social networking sites to a fine art. Tune in to hear the fascinating cases they investigated as a result of being technological private investigator pioneers. The Johnsons will be coming to PI’s Declassified! from their home base in Portugal to share their progressive tips.

Over 15 million residents in the US have their identities used each year without their consent. In fact, approximately every three seconds someone becomes a victim of identity theft. The losses due to identity theft fraud are astonishing and total in the billions. The Federal Trade Commission names identity theft as the number one consumer complaint. Surprisingly, victims often must fend for themselves as the majority of cases are never investigated by law enforcement due to jurisdiction or limited personnel. Consequently, private investigators can be a solution for assistance to victims caught up in this financial nightmare. Private Investigator Carrie Kerskie , an identity theft specialist, investigates identity theft. She also provides tools to enable people to protect themselves. Tune in to hear Carrie provide her view of ID theft and its consequences as well as provide tips to assess your personal risk and monitor your financial resources.

How do you manage a high profile case? Are you curious about the inside details of the Scott Sullivan case, the fraudster financial officer of now debunk World Com, the fifth senior official of that company to be prosecuted. Remember Tennessee born Mary Kay Winkler who killed her husband, the pastor of a local Church of Christ? Tune in to meet Booneville, Mississippi private investigator Terry Cox to talk about his intimate acquaintance with these cases and others.

How much do you use your I-phone 5 besides making and receiving calls and possibly email and texts. Expert photographer, Keith Rosenthal is going to share all of his tips to maximizing the use of the I phone 5 as an investigative tool as well as make us aware of other amazing apps of which we may not be aware.

19+ years in prison! “Franky Carrillo was convicted of a 1991 murder based on identification testimony from six people, including the victim’s son. All six have now admitted they did not really see anything and were influenced to make their identifications of Carillo. In addition two other men have confessed to the shooting and said Carrillo was not involved … the eyewitness who was the first to implicate Carrillo back in 1991 took the witness stand and apologized to Carrillo, saying he was willing to accept punishment for what he had done because he knew that it was wrong and that he had stolen the life of an innocent man…” (Santa Clara Law News & Events). Maitreya Badami, attorney with the Northern California Innocence Project will join Franky to tell of his long journey toward exoneration.

21 years in prison! Maurice Caldwell was convicted in 1991 of murder in the Alemany Housing Project in San Francisco, CA. No physical evidence connected Maurice to the crime and none of the surviving victims identified him as the shooter. He was convicted solely on the testimony of one person, another example of how eyewitness identification can go wrong and lead to conviction of the innocent. Maurice was released in 2010 after a judge found his attorney to be ineffective for failing to investigate and the post-conviction investigation resulted in a confession from one of the true perpetrators. Also provided were declarations from two witnesses who saw the murder and identified the shooters as people other than Maurice. All three say that Maurice was not involved in any way. Join Maurice and Paige Kaneb, a supervising attorney from the Northern California Innocence Project, for the details of this justice gone awry.

17+ years in prison! Gloria Killian was convicted in 1986 of first degree felony murder, robbery, and conspiracy and received a sentence of 32 years to life for the murder of a Sacramento, CA couple. At the time, she was a third year law student with no criminal history. In 2002, Gloria walked out of prison a free woman after the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned her conviction when it determined the conviction was based solely on perjured testimony. Six years later, the prosecuting Deputy District Attorney was tried by the State Bar of California and found guilty of unethical conduct in her case. Gloria describes her checkered journey along with Amy Kennedy, a lawyer and case manager from the Northern California Innocence Project.

17 years in prison! Obie Anthony was convicted of a 1994 attempted robbery and the murder of Felipe Gonzales in 1995. The conviction, based on the testimony of one witness who operated a nearby house of prostitution, had a prior manslaughter conviction, and was known to carry and use firearms, was overturned in 2011. Northern California Innocence Project Legal Director, Linda Starr, said, “Police purposely ignored and hid evidence that did not support their theory…The prosecution falsely denied that they granted their star witness a deal for his cooperation and failed to correct his lies at trial. And Mr. Anthony’s own attorney failed to investigate the case. For their failures, Mr. Anthony has spent 17 years in prison for a murder he did not commit – and the actual murderer has remained free. This cannot be considered justice” (Santa Clara Law News & Events). Tune in to hear Obie Anthony and Linda Starr tell Obie’s story of his conviction, exoneration and his release 17 years later.

Join this trio of investigators for a spirited conversation about the field of private investigation. Tune in to hear Portugal’s Roy Whitehouse, Brian King from Toronto, Canada and Eduard Sigrist from the Netherlands, all officers of an international private investigator trade association.

Are you a missing heir? Wouldn’t it be exciting to find that you were the beneficiary to a fortune? Stocks, bonds, real property, bank accounts, IRAs, patents, and royalties are just some of the assets heir finders endeavor to connect with their rightful owners. Surprisingly, every year heir finders locate many who are unaware they are entitled to an estate or portion thereof. Tune in to hear John Hoda, expert missing heir finder and licensed private investigator who combines the proficiency of a skilled private investigator with the expertise of a genealogy researcher, tell tales of connecting valuable assets with their rightful owners.

Just the term “Human Trafficking” makes us queasy. Although there is no universally accepted definition of sexual exploitation trafficking, the term encompasses the organized movement of mostly women and children, within & between countries for sex work using physical coercion, deception and bondage through forced debt. Simply put, it is the illegal trade of human beings for commercial sexual exploitation or forced labor. It is so widespread that the United Nations adopted the international Trafficking Protocol legal agreement in 2000 in Palermo, Italy to suppress and punish trafficking, especially in woman and children. Debbie Johnson, the founder of Without Permission, will discuss a crime that is reaching epidemic proportions across the globe.

Your data is at risk. The more mobilized people become, the greater the hazard is to the propriety data stored at any business. It could be your bank, your stock brokerage or your own confidential product in jeopardy. Smart phones, tablets, flash drives and email make it extraordinarily simple to move data and confidential information from one location to another without detection. Private Investigators and computer forensic experts, Bob Radus and Johan Lai will discuss this timely topic and provide tips for your protection.

Award winning correspondent, Diane Diamond, always has a story in the wind. And she loves to work with private investigators who often have the inside scoop both on the front lines as well as behind the scenes. What is it like to cover the headline making crime stories of the day, every day? How does a lifetime of covering crime impact the journalists who cover it? How does an intense news-breaking story as big and as shocking as the Michael Jackson or Jerry Sandusky cases impact the life of an investigative journalist? Diane Dimond knows and is willing to talk about it! Diane promises to be entertaining, educational, and informative. Definitely a show not to miss!

Four generations have passed since the assassination of President John Kennedy. Yet, images of he, Jackie, Carolyn and John are seared in memories of people of all ages and cultures. Private Investigator and polygraph examiner, former Secret Service Special Agent, Joseph Paolella was in the trenches as a member of the White House detail. The White House, however, was certainly not his only detail. Join PI’s Declassified! and Joe Paolella to hear the tales of Joe’s remarkable life with the Secret Service.

Some acts by people are unimaginable, even in the wildest of nightmares. Beastiality is an example. Most investigators never have such a case in a career. Surprisingly, such animal abuse is only a misdemeanor in most jurisdictions. It is only if there are other factors, such as those involving other humans, that beastiality becomes a serious concern in the legal arena. Tune in to hear California Private Investigator, Jan Tucker, share his wacky experiences investigating cases that are almost beyond belief.

Beautiful Nina Sharanova vanished in 2006. Hailing from Russia, Nina fell in love with computer whiz kid, Hans Reiser, while he was visiting and working in Russia. Nina and Hans married and moved to California, setting up housekeeping in Oakland. Nina continued to pursue her medical career. Two children and some years later found the marriage in trouble and divorce proceedings ensued. Failing to arrive for dinner at her friend’s home one Sunday evening set a chain of events in motion that surprised even the most seasoned of investigators. Tune in to hear San Francisco News reporter Henry Lee relay the story that captured the news starting with the day Nina disappeared.

When a family member dies at his or her own hands, it often leaves a trail of unmentionable pain, shame and guilt fostered on the loved ones. Always the question…is it a suicide? Or not? Who decides? What are the determining factors? Can the death have been caused another way? Are their risks in either determination? Enter Dean and Karen Beers to discuss a topic that causes sorrow for so many. Both Dean and Karen are certified in Medicolegal Death Investigations and together they co-developed an on-line continuing education program called “Death Investigation for Private Investigators.”

If you are a fan of Stacy Keach aka Mickey’s Spillane’s Mike Hammer, this is a show you must hear. Stacy Keach’s view of Mike Hammer: “First of all, he's a great character. Mickey Spillane captured the essence of the tough, no-bullshit, vigilante who loves women, and women love Mike, who was the champion of the common man, and who views the world of good guys and bad guys with a droll, and oftentimes, an acerbic wit. I think of Hammer as a cross between Dirty Harry and James Bond, with one foot in the back alleys of Manhattan, but the other firmly planted in supercoolness. But Hammer bleeds …Story line must be triggered by Mike's making an emotional investment with the victim. …Mike cares. He takes it personally when innocent people are done over by the bad guys. He doesn't work for money. He takes a case because he cares (www.stacykeach.com)” Stacy Keach as Mike Hammer is one who developed a TV private investigator myth that still carries over today.

Seasoned Journalist Don Ray has spent a life time tracking down a plethora of documents to pursue leads, check for accuracy, gather background information or verify information provided by other means. He has a wealth of knowledge about tracking down source documents and scrutinizing their content that he calls Interviewing the Document. Tune in to hear Don impart critical information needed to search and interpret documents, from gathering background information to conducting genealogical research or working to locate a birth family.

Scores of women brutally murdered in Washington and Oregon in the 80’s became known as the Green River Murders. Subsequently Gary Ridgeway confessed. In the interim, Sam “Glesty” Waters was identified by a San Diego police officer as “matching the description of the Green River Killer” after stopping at the site where Waters’ car broke down in San Diego. Those eight words in the officer’s incident report changed the course of Waters life. Two weeks later, he was arrested for attempted murder, kidnapping, robbery, and assault of a prostitute, an unrelated case, and identified as a suspect who was on the run for the Green River murders. Finally, Waters, with the assistance of Private Investigator Mike Kiger, is clearing the label that has that has dogged him for almost 25 years. Tune into to hear Waters and Kiger detail Waters’ gripping story and describe the recent investigation to clear his name.

Can you imagine traveling to war-torn Rwanda, the killing ground of the Hutu extremists? In 100 days over 800,000 Tutsi people were murdered by Hutus in 1994. The world watched. This wide spread genocide destroyed a population of doctors, lawyers, teachers & government leaders. Can you envision yourself helping to rebuild this tiny East African country? The Saddleback Justice Task Force did. A group including private investigator Dan Goldsmith trekked to Rwanda to assess the Rwandan justice system.The Rwandan National Police invited their return and 18 months later six hardy volunteers, including Dan, two police officers, two attorneys and a domestic violence & marriage/family counseling expert, began formal classes to share their expertise with the fledgling new Rwandan Police force. In 2009 & 2010, Dan led 2 more teams back to Rwanda to conduct additional police training. You will want to hear this story of commitment and courage by a PI who decided to make a difference.

Fifty years ago Joyce Sterrenberg and Tim McKillop were murdered in Scottsdale, Arizona. In 1974, 12 years after the murders, a sheriffs department employee told the police that her estranged husband, Bill Macumber, confessed to her. Macumber, besides being a single father of three, was an army veteran, Little League coach and a member of the Sheriff's Search and Rescue Posse. Bill was tried and convicted in 1975, based mostly on fingerprint evidence. But, the jury never heard about the confession of a drifter who confessed to the murder several years earlier. And, there are suggestions that his ex-wife tampered with the evidence in the old case file that she had access to at the sheriff's office. Macumber, now 76 years old, has served 35 years of his two life setences. The Arizona Justice Project, assisted by private investigator Rich Robertson of R3 Investigations, has been working on his case for nearly a decade. The Arizona Executive Board of Clemency recommended his sentence be commuted, but that was rejected by the governor. Tune in to hear Rich Robertson’s journey into the depths of this old case and how The Justice Project pulled the facts together.

Are you adopted? Would you like to find your birth family? Do you need to know your family medical history? Have you or a family member put a child up for adoption? Do you have a desire to reconnect with that child? Author and filmmaker, Jean Strauss is an adoptee who found her birth family, a journey that changed her life path. Hear Jean tell her miraculous story. Private Investigator Tamara Thompson is an expert in genealogy research and locating people including birth families. If you have questions about this provocative topic, tune in and Jean and Tamara will offer you valuable tips concerning adoption searches.

Madalyn Murray O’Hair offended millions when she advocated keeping religion out of the schools in the 60’s. Founder of the American Atheists Association and President from 1963-1986, her law suit, Murray v. Curlett lawsuit led to a landmark Supreme Court ruling ending government sponsored prayer in American public schools. But what happened to her? She vanished in 1995. Private Investigator Tim Young played an integral part in uncovering the facts surrounding O’Hair’s disappearance. Tune in to hear the road Tim traveled to find the truth about what happened to the “most hated woman in America”.

Killing the Messenger is the true story of the inconceivable murder of an Oakland, CA newspaper editor, Chauncey Bailey, the flawed police investigation and the involvement of several members of the now defunct bakery business and religious cult, known as Your Black Muslim Bakery. Tune in to hear this award winning journalist, Thomas Peele, tell the tale of a story he not only wrote, but lived.

Three Duke University Lacrosse Players Charged With Rape! Explosive headlines polarized the country. A top university with a prestigious athletic department was smeared and student Reade Seligman and two classmates were charged in the midst of racial insults and an atmosphere of race versus privilege. As the news unfolds, there are lies and alibis and the story of a prosecutor who crossed an ethical line to sort through. Facing 25 years behind bars, all three defendants were found to be falsely accused and their charges were dismissed. But in a surprising turn of events, Durham County Prosecutor Mike Nifong, who seemingly believed the accuser and withheld exonerating DNA evidence, was ultimately disbarred by the North Carolina State Bar for ethics violations. Tune in to hear acclaimed North Carolina lawyer, Duke University graduate and counsel to Reade Seligman, James P. Cooney III, tell the inside scoop.

Double Agent Robert Phillip Hanssen, while working for the FBI, sold American secrets to the Russians for over two decades before he was exposed and arrested for treason. Hanssen’s confession prompted a representative from the US Department of Justice to describe this betrayal as “possibly the worst intelligence disaster in US history.” Eric O’Neill was working for the FBI’s Special Surveillance Group as an investigative specialist and was assigned to work as Hanssen’s assistant. Eric’s true role was to get close enough to Hanssen to learn as much as possible about what secret information Hanssen was turning over to a foreign government. The situation became the subject of Universal Studio’s movie, Breach, released to critical acclaim in 2007. Tune in to hear Eric’s unique harrowing experience and his role in the capture of the most notorious spy in US history.

How can you recognize the warning signs of violence? How do you protect yourself from workplace bullying or workplace violence? What should you do if you believe you are being stalked? How can you travel more safely overseas? All of these important questions and more will be discussed by seasoned private investigator Candice Tal.

After 168 years, the final edition of Rupert Murdock’s News of the World was published July 10, 2011. Following confirmation that reporters from the newspaper used private investigators to illegally access mobile voicemail accounts to scoop stories, a scandal was in the making. One reporter resigned and another, the paper’s royal correspondent, pled guilty to illegal interception of personal communication. As information was exposed and it was discovered that even management knew of the practice, the paper's foundation began to unravel and finally, the doors were closed. Now just months after the final publication, four private investigators have been sentenced for gaining confidential information by “blagging,” a term used in the United Kingdom for pretexting. Distinguished British private investigator Alan Marr will discuss the twists and turns of the amazing downfall of this publishing giant and the facts surrounding those who brought it down.

If you have ever been a victim of a fraud, you know how difficult it is to determine what steps to take to recover your losses. You understand that reporting your experience is only the first step, assuming that you can even identify the right law enforcement agency or legal authority. Whether you have been a victim of a Ponzi scheme, an internet scam, or have purchased goods from a seemingly trustworthy source, it is critical to know your options during this vulnerable time. White collar criminal defense attorney, Mark Mermelstein, and noted private investigator, Olivia Robinson will tell tales from their files and offer practical advice to fraud victims.

Per capita, Australia has the highest rate of parental abduction in the world with over 100 children abducted by the non-custodian parent each year. British officials report one British child abducted every two days. The United States Department of Justice reports non-custodial parents are responsible for kidnapping hundreds of children every year. Often it is complicated when the child is removed from their home country. Australian Private Investigator Keith Schafferius has dedicated his career to retrieving abducted children from all over the world and returning them to their court-ordered custodial parent. Tune in to hear Keith’s fascinating tales of the risks and rewards he has experienced through his international escapades of travel and intrigue.

What are the warning signs of infidelity? Do you suspect your spouse is cheating? Do you spend time wondering about your significant other, looking for lipstick on the collar or suspicious text messages? Are there specific clues or is it your imagination? What role can a private investigator play and what should you expect? Can a real private investigator do what is portrayed on TV and in the movies? Tune in to hear Private Investigator Kelly Riddle address these important questions.

Natalee Holloway was on a high school graduation trip when she vanished from the Caribbean country of Aruba in 2005. Her disappearance commanded international attention. The sole spotlight was on Dutch citizen, Joran Van der Sloot, who remains the prime person of interest. Nationally renowned Private Investigator John Lajoie has strong ties to the Island of Aruba and those close to the Van der Sloot family; and he serves as an official Goodwill Ambassador to Aruba. He also served as an investigative consultant on the case. Tune in to hear the untold details from inside the Holloway investigation.

Do you believe you are a woman with chutzpah combined with good investigative skills? If so, private investigator Jennifer Maghinay will be an inspiration. She not only conducts the traditional private investigations such as missing persons, fraud, property recovery, domestic, civil, and criminal defense cases; she is a fugitive recovery agent. Tune in to hear Jennifer discuss her adventures and what it is like to be a female in a male dominated profession.

When should you hire a forensic audio or video expert? What are the related costs? How can the end results be pre-qualified before you make a hiring decision? Do you want clear audio or video without breaking your budget? How can you avoid common evidentiary mistakes and survive courtroom evidentiary challenges? As a show special, Doug is offering $50 off of any order including sales items for all first time customers who mention this broadcast. All this and more with forensic expert Doug Carner, CPP/CHS.

International crime has new face. From knock-off Versace to Rolex watches to phony medications and even counterfeit weapons, globalization has made counterfeiting products a remarkable ten percent of the world’s trade. Growing seven times faster than legal products, its consequences for the world’s economy is dire. Tune in to hear Master of disguise and private investigator, Ted Kavowras, and his many tales of investigating counterfeit products and bringing those responsible to justice.

It has been almost four years since Caylee Anthony disappeared. Much to the outrage of the nation, Caylee’s mother was acquitted after being held to answer for Caylee’s murder. But, what was happening behind the scenes? Private Investigator and Security Consultant, Rob Dick, was there. Rob was one who escorted Casey Anthony and provided security to and from court throughout the trial. Tune in to hear the details.

The Salesian Order of Brothers and Priests is the largest missionary order in the Catholic Church. Unfortunately, lurking within this religious community are priests who molest youngsters. Joey Piscitelli was one of the unlucky ones. Years later, Joey took the unprecedented and dramatic step of filing a civil action stating that he was molested by a Salesian priest and that the priest’s supervisors could and should have prevented the abuse. Joey proved his case and, amazingly, prevailed! The Salesians appealed and a California appellate court upheld the lower court ruling that, indeed, Joey was molested and the priest’s colleagues and those in authority were responsible. Joey Piscitelli’s gripping account of his triumph against the both the Catholic Church and the Salesian Priests is one not to be missed.

Many of us have had some experience with the U.S. state or federal court system. Whether it is a traffic ticket, a small claims suit, something more serious or just from watching T.V., we probably have a basic comprehension or expectation of the rules that are applicable. Do the same rules apply in the military? How do the policies of the court and the legal proceedings vary? What determines military jurisdiction? Does a person charged with a crime have the same rights in military courts compared to other U.S.courts; or are there differences? How are charges investigated? These many questions and others will be addressed by former Navy line officer and military law attorney Judith Litzenberger and private investigator George Michael Newman, both whom have experience with cases in the military arena.

Have you been a victim to an internet dating scam? Have you been wooed by the amorous words of a Romeo or Juliet you met in cyberspace? Scammers will use any excuse to pull your heart strings. A romantic email conversation promises love, companionship, and sometimes even marriage. The contact may originate from a social networking sight like Facebook or from any number of match maker sites. No matter what these scammers say, their primarily objective is to separate you from your money for a variety of reasons. Tune in to hear investigator, security consultant and online scam expert Siti Naidu from Malaysia who will discuss the warning signs.

There are few life events more painful and far-reaching than a suicide. A suicide not only brings suffering to loved ones, it brings shame and guilt to those with the closest contact to the victim. But . . . what if the suicide isn’t a suicide? Can this same sad event be interpreted in another way? Can it be an accident? Can it be a homicide? Who decides? What factors are considered? What are the pros and cons of either determination? Then there are the myths surrounding suicide that leave grieving family and friends with questions. These questions and more will be included in the discussion with seasoned private investigators Dean Beers and Don Johnson, both who been involved in conducting investigations.

Bounty hunters, also known as Fugitive Recovery or Bail Enforcement agents, have a reputation for danger and intrigue. What do we know about them other than that chronicled in the movies or TV? Our thoughts turn to Steve McQueen in The Bounty Hunter, the movie thriller Wanted Dead or Alive, or even the long running TV series, The Fugitive? Does this work sound exciting and stimulating or terrifying and life threatening? Experienced Fugitive Recovery Agent and Licensed Private Investigator, Rob Dick, will explain exactly what it is like to be a bounty hunter and share his experiences of his life on the chase.

What is it that you know about cults? Tune in to hear all about cults from private investigator and professional cult expert, David Sullivan, a man who has spent his career infiltrating cults and learning their secrets. Sullivan will provide a view of cults from the inside-out, describing how cults recruit members and maintain control through varied coercive techniques. He will detail the process of identifying and investigating cults, and his collaboration with leading authorities in the area of undue influence.

It was reported that Elizabeth Fern Rathjen walked away from Stockton State Mental Hospital in 1956. But did she? Mass graves were found with at least 40 intact human skeletons. Is one of the skeletons Elizabeth? Her daughter Joyce Tafoya thinks so. Tammy Davidson, the licensed private investigator Joyce hired to locate her mother, thinks it is a good possibility. Joyce ran into obstacles at every turn. She finally was granted an injunction to keep the skeletons from just being reburied when unearthed by a construction company working on the old hospital site and to get them examined for time of death, sex and height. Will Joyce be successful in getting DNA tested on the two skeletons that are potential matches? The State of California Department of Health has refused. What do Joyce and Tammy do now?

What is happening to our children? Children are being bought, sold and smuggled right under our noses - - right here in the United States, maybe right in your own neighborhood. Sometimes it is even the parents who profit. It is a frightening thought. Usually for sexual gratification, it is often organized by mob-like networks and children are lured by some enticing pretext and transported to large convention cities.The demand is everywhere. Tune in to hear Human Trafficking expert Dottie Laster report on this horrific but highly lucrative crime. Private investigators frequently get involved. Listen to Private Investigator Melinda Kidder talk about her real life child trafficking case. It will give you chills.

Do you need to find someone - - a long lost relative, a life insurance beneficiary or missing heir, collect a debt or find a witness for a legal action? Where do you begin? Why not hire a private investigator that specializes in skip tracing? According to Wikipedia, skiptracing is (also skip tracing) a colloquial term used to describe the process of locating a person's whereabouts for any number of purposes. Wouldn’t you like to know exactly what a skiptracer can do for you? Listen to Mike Dores, president and founder of Merlin Information Services and a leading authority on skiptracing and public records research, who can answer those questions.

Jeremy Sheets became America’s 95th exonerated death row inmate. Jeremy spent nearly four years on Nebraska’s death row. He was convicted on the word of his co-defendant, Adam Barnett, who exchanged a taped statement for a drastically reduced sentence. Barnett later recanted, then prior to Jeremy’s retrial, committed suicide in prison. Jeremy will chronicle the treachery that led to his wrongful conviction, the details of his release, and finally, his frustration at being a citizen with a history tainted with lies and betrayal.

Conducting investigations through interviewing witnesses often produces unpredictable situations for attorneys and private investigators involved in litigation. Witnesses often want to please the person conducting the interview, therefore, witnesses may omit critical information, lack personal knowledge, or may disclose pertinent particulars the interviewer wants to hear but is without merit. It is up to the investigator, and ultimately the attorney, to ferret out exactly what the witness knows or doesn’t know about the specific incident in question. Attorney Jim Burke will discuss examples where an attorney, investigator or a case can be as negatively impacted by a tainted witness statement and will provide tips to avoid placing cases in jeopardy

Up to 3 million youth run away every single year according to the National Runaway Switchboard. The US Department of Justice estimates that at some point, one in seven between the ages of 10 and 18 run away from home. These children are frequently disconnected, without resources and fall prey to slave traders and drug dealers. The best estimate of several sources is that up to 300,000 American children are drawn into the underground world of commercial sex by human traffickers. Tune in to hear Private Investigator Allen Cardoza talk about this dark world, his experiences with victim families and children, and his recommendations to keep kids safe.

What do PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls), radon, lead, and asbestos have in common? They are all toxic substances regulated by the US Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) of 1976 that manages their importation, use and disposal. Since exposure to these chemicals is a hazard to human health when there is negligence in compliance resulting in harm to human health, the next step is often a legal action. If you are concerned about the environment you occupy and how toxic chemicals impact your health and the health of others, tune to hear Private Investigator and Toxic Tort Specialist Nancy Barber explore this developing legal arena.