PI Perspectives
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Join our host, Matthew Spaier, PI weekly as he dives into the perspectives of what it takes to be a successful Private Investigator. Hear Matthew’s take on how to build your business and learn techniques to help you be the very best investigator you can be. Join us as we look to elevate the profession thru effective and concise experience based knowledge and discussion. Matthew’s 24 years of investigative experience in New York City has given him a unique perspective on how to succeed from case to case. Also, tune in and hear the perspectives of the very best minds in the investigative community. Join us as we revolutionize how knowledge is shared as we break social and geographical barriers to help you be the best professional you can be. This program has topics of interest for the novice gumshoe all the way up to the seasoned professional. You never know who’s perspective will be under the magnifying glass each week. Thanks for Listening. Don't forget to rate, like and share!
Episodes
- Surveillance in Sin City with Jennifer Knight
Episode 260 : Welcome to the newest episode of Pi Perspectives. Today we look at doing surveillance work in one of the busiest cities in the United States. This city has more visitors than actual residents. We are talking Vegas and we are…
- 2026 OSMOSISCON with Ritu Gil and Bret Anderson
Episode 259 : Welcome to the newest episode of Pi Perspectives. We are back to talk about this year’s OSMOSIS Con with Ritu Gil and Bret Anderson. They talk about what is planned for this year’s event. The event is in Bonita Springs Florid…
- Leading Through Chaos with Sal Lifrieri
Episode 258 : Welcome to the newest episode of Pi Perspectives. We welcome back Sal Lifrieri to program. Sal has released Leading Through Chaos which is a great look back at his career and the life lessons he has learned to excel at managi…
- Working With National Law Firms and Accident Reconstruction With Josh Wooten
Episode 257 : Welcome to the newest episode of Pi Perspectives. Alabama PI, Josh Wooten is today’s guest. Josh had a long career in law enforcement before taking a position as an investigator with a nationally recognized law firm. Josh tal…
- Protecting Ethical Prosecutors and The Investigator’s Role With Iris Eytan
Episode 256 : Welcome to the newest episode of Pi Perspectives. This week Matt speaks with Iris Eytan from the amazing non-profit, Protect Ethical Prosecutors. Matt and Iris have a great conversation about her career as a criminal defense…
- How Attending Lawyer Webinars Can Grow Your Investigator Business
Episode 255 : Welcome to the newest episode of Pi Perspectives. This week Matt speaks with Attorney, Michelle Stern from the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. Matt and Michelle discuss the benefits of attending free lawyer Webinars…
- 2025 Investigator Survey RoundTable with Kelly Riddle and Isaac Peck
Episode 254 : Welcome to the newest episode of Pi Perspectives. Today is the results show from the 2025 Investigator survey presented by Working PI Magazine, Pi Institute of Education and Investigators toolbox dot com. Matt Welcomes Kelly…
- Sex Assault Litigation with Judie Saunders
Episode 253 : Intro: Welcome to the newest episode of Pi Perspectives. On today’s episode, Matt welcomes Judie Saunders from Ask, LLP. Judie has made a career out of representing individuals that have been a victim of sex crimes. There is…
- NALI Conference Preview with Jay Marin
Episode 252 : Welcome to the newest episode of Pi Perspectives. On today’s episode, Matt welcomes back Jay Marin. Jay and Matt discuss the lineup for the NALI conference from February 25th til February 27th in Nashville, Tennessee. Get the…
- Pi Education and Pursuit Magazine’s Hal Humpherys
Episode 251 : Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. On today’s episode, Matt welcomes Hal Humpherys. Hal is a PI from Tennessee who has made his mark in the industry producing content for Investigators. The guys have a great disc…
- The Elegant Warrior, Heather Hansen and How to Ask The Right Questions for Witness Statements
Episode 250 : Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. Today we have a very special guest. Communications consultant and Elegant Warrior, Heather Hansen joins the program. Heather is a seasoned trial Attorney who has identified a me…
- Social Media Marketing for the Private Investigator with Adrian Padarath
Episode 249 : Intro: Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. Today we go behind the scenes and we welcome Adrian Padarath. Adrian handles all the social media marketing for Pi-perspectives, Investiagtors-Toolbox and Satellite Inves…
- Digital Forensics: So much more than downloading data with Rob Fried
Episode 248 : Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. Today we welcome back forensic digital expert, Rob Fried. Rob is the guy you reach out to when you need a phone or computer analyzed. He has written books and does a great sympo…
- What You Need to Know About Use of Force Investigations with Don Redl
Episode 247 : Intro: Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. We are back and bringing you new guests and new content. Today we feature Don Redl from Apex Intelligence group. Don is an expert on use of force litigation and has some…
- Doing Proper Background Checks as a PI with Tim Santoni
Episode 246 : Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. After a very busy September, we are back with new content. Fresh off conferences in Chicago and Colorado, we have some new guests lined up for the rest of the year. Today we are…
- 345 Park Ave Shooting and AI Security Solutions with ARGUS365
Episode 245 : Intro: Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. Today Matt welcomes David DeJesus of Argus365. David and his team offer an interesting security solution built around Artificial Intelligence. The guys discuss the synerg…
- W.A.D. 100th Centennial Celebration with Wes Bearden
Episode 244 : Intro: Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. Wes Bearden is back! Wes just had a landmark case in Mexico that received a 31-million-dollar jury award. He used his international and nation network through WAD to work…
- Alway have an exit strategy. When to sell or merge with Joseph Jones
Episode 243 : Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. Matt is back with California PI, Joe Jones. Joe is a second-generation PI who built a great business with his brothers after learning from their dad. What do you do when you can…
- What is LPR and how can it help with Jay Marin Jay Marin
Episode 242 : Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. After a brief hiatus we are back with Florida PI, Jay Marin. Jay and Matt discuss License Plate Recognition software and how it can help you with case investigations. Please wel…
- White Collar Crime, Ethics and Investigations with Heidi Exner
Episode 241 : Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. We are on a roll with some great content. Today’s show features Canadian PI, Heidi Exner. Heidi has had an interesting career so far and continues to push the envelope with whit…
- Leaking The Truth, Behavioral Analysis and Deceptive Recognition with Bruce Jacobs
Episode 240 : Intro: Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. Today is a fun Episode and we HIGHLY recommend you watch the Youtube version for the facial que context. Sound interesting? We are chatting with Bruce Jacobs today. Bruce…
- Products Liability Investigations with Troy Fleming
Episode 239 : Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. Today we have Investigator/Paralegal, Troy Fleming joining the show. Troy has over 39 year’s experience working as an investigator for a law firm that specializes in Product Lia…
- TikTok Advertising with the Linden Lawyer
Episode 238 : Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. Today we are bringing in a special guest. New York Attorney Jason Linden has gained some notoriety on his Tik-Tock Channel. He discusses law and cases. Jason jumps on with Matt…
- Preview of Leaders Podcast with Mike LaCorte
Episode 237 : Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. This week we welcome back Conflict International’s Mike LaCorte. Mike has started a new podcast called Leaders. He is here today to discuss the podcast and what listeners can ex…
- National PI Roundtable Survey with Kelly Riddle and Isaac Peck
Episode 236 : Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. We have a special roundtable this week. It's the results show from a survey that was conducted by Working Pi Magazine, The Pi Institute for Education and Investigators-Toolbox.c…
- Missing & Exploited Children & Sex Traffic Investigations With Christina Duran
Episode 235 : Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. Today we welcome back Christina Duran as we bring the spot light to Missing and exploited children and sex trafficking investigations. Christina has had an amazing career and ha…
- Private investigations in 2025 and business growth with Justin Hodson
Episode 234 : Welcome to this week’s episode. We start off with a report from our guest, Justin Hodson from Hodson PI. Justin is located in California and some of his staff have been affected by the fires. At the time of this recording, it…
- NYC CEO Shooting And Risk Assessment With John Rowan
Episode 233 : Welcome to this week’s episode of PI-perspectives. Today we welcome back John Rowan. One of the biggest news stories out there today is the recent assassination of United Healthcare CEO, Brian Thompson. John discusses the inc…
- Remembering David Perecman
Episode 232 : Welcome to this week’s episode of PI-perspectives. Today we remember David Perecman (pear-rec- man) The New York legal community was shocked to learn this past week of David’s passing. David joined us back in 2021 and we want…
- Bug sweeping and TSCM Technology with Mike Auletta
Episode 231 : Welcome to this week’s episode of PI-perspectives. Today we are back with a new show. Our guest is Mike Auletta from USA Bug Sweeps. We discuss the pitfalls and misconception of what bug sweeping is and how as an investigator…
- The State of law Enforcement and Private Investigations with James Gagliano
Episode 230 : Welcome to this week’s episode of PI-perspectives. Today we have a special episode. Matt welcomes back Jim Gagliano. Jim had an amazing career with the FBI and then worked for CNN as a law enforcement analyst. The guys discus…
- Exploring OSMOSIS Con Episode 3
Episode 229: Intro: We are back with a new show this week. We are finishing our yearly features of the Osmosis Conference. This year the event is in Las Vegas and they are celebrating 10 years. In this segment we interview Emalee Jensen, C…
- Learning about Track-Ops case management system with Ian Ricketson
Episode 228 : Welcome to this week’s episode of PI-perspectives. Today we take a look at one of our new sponsors, Track-Ops case management software. We welcome Ian Ricketson to the program and he breaks down some myths about case manageme…
- Exploring OSMOSIS Con Episode 2
Episode 227: We are back with a new show this week. We are starting our yearly features of the Osmosis Conference. This year the event is in Las Vegas and they are celebrating 10 years. In this segment we interview Chris Brenner and Craig…
- Research Analysis with Melody Bruns
Episode 226 : We are back with a new show this week. Today we welcome Melody Bruns from Pivot Point Consulting. Melody had a very interesting career working with the FBI as an analyst. When she retired, she opened Pivot point consulting. H…
- Exploring OSMOSIS Con Episode 1
Episode 225: We are back with a new show this week. We are starting our yearly features of the Osmosis Conference. This year the event is in Las vegas and they are celebrating 10 years. In this segment we interview Jessica Smith, David Wel…
- Criminal Defense Investigations & Investigative techniques with Christina Duran
Episode 224: We are back with a new show this week. Today we welcome California PI and International investigator, Christina Duran. Christina has made a career doing Criminal defense Investigations and she has also worked internationally d…
- Emerging Investigative Trends And Genetic Genealogy With John Rowan
Episode 223: We are back with a new show this week. Today we welcome Conflict International’s John Rowan. John recently retired from New York’s Suffolk County Police Department as Chief of Detectives. John has a passion for a new type of i…
- Dangerous Escapades with Private Eye, Secret Spy, Ian Withers
Episode 222: Welcome to this week's show. We are back with a new show as we celebrate the 4th of July this week. Please take some time and remember what makes this country great. Dont forget the sunblock and try not eat too much. Today we…
- Remembering Jim Zimmer and National Legislative Updates
Episode 221: Welcome to this week's show. Today we remember Jim Zimmer from Benchmark Investigations in California. Jim tragically suffered an injury in early May that left him incapacitated. On June 2nd , Jim lost his battle trying to rec…
- A.I. Will Not Take Your Job! With Lucas Delgado
Episode 220: Welcome to this week's show. Today we are joined by Lucas Delgado from Lancas Investigations in Florida. The guys discuss A.I. and the state of the industry. There has been lots of chatter about how A.I. could take away invest…
- The Art of Investigation Revisited Episode 3 with Michael Brett Hood, Raj Dhanlall & John A Hoda
Episode 219: Welcome to this week’s episode of PI-Perspectives. Today is a special show. Today we finish our 3 part series focusing on the Art of Investigation, Revisited. This is the second volume of an amazing collection of investigators…
- OSINT Investigations with Ritu Gill
Episode 218: On Today’s show, Matt welcomes back Ritu Gill. You may remember her from our OSMOSIS series last year. Ritu is an OSINT expert and is a big content producer. She runs Osint Techniques and is the co-creator of forensicosint.com…
- The Art of Investigation Revisited Episode 2 with Edward Ajaeb, Keith Elliott, & Ryan Sakacs
Episode 217: Welcome to this week’s episode of PI-Perspectives. Today is a special show. We start part 2 of a 3 part series focusing on the Art of Investigation, Revisited. This is the second volume of an amazing collection of investigator…
- Workplace violence Investigations with Kent Harris
Episode 216: Intro: On Today’s show, we welcome Kent Harris. This is a Best of show from 2021. This was a great conversation about workplace violence investigations. Now more than ever this is a hot topic. Learn more about how do these typ…
- Geolocation Intelligence via Cellphone Apps with Bruce Anderson
Episode 215: Let’s jump into the show. On Today’s show, we welcome Bruce Anderson. Bruce runs Next72 intelligence. He has extensive experience as a private investigator. Using his skill set and his relationships, he has developed a way to…
- The Art of Investigation Revisted Episode 1 with Amber Schroader, Janet McHard & Kelly Paxton
Episode 214: Today is a special show. We start a 3 part series focusing on the Art of Investigation, Revisted. This is the second volume of an amazing collection of investigators who each write a chapter on the characteristics it takes to…
- Learn the ins and outs of Post Conviction investigations with Dan Collins
Episode 213: On Todays show, we welcome Dan Collins back to teh program. During his last visit, the guys started to discuss post conviction investigations and today they give a more indepth view of how to get started in this line of invest…
- Lead Generation with David Dean
Episode 212: Welcome to this week’s episode of PI-Perspectives. On Todays show, we speak with David Dean. David is not an investigator, but does a ton of business with lawyers. The guys discuss the synergy between Investigators and lead ge…
- Remembering Phil Johnson
Episode 211: Welcome to this week’s episode of PI-Perspectives. On Todays show, we are remembering Phil Johnson. Phil began working in this industry in 1968 and had an amazing career with his wife Yin. Throughout the years Phil developed a…