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Catfish Cops

128 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 118 ratings

This exciting new podcast delves into the stories of internet predators attempting to lure kids into their sexual traps. Your hosts are two current law enforcement detectives who proactively hunt these predators to bring them to justice, and protect and rescue children. Join them as they discuss the cases and give behind the scenes details that go into catching these heinous offenders.

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Episodes

Episode 70: "Irish Burch, President & CEO at DCAC - Final Episode"

July 14, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

Stay tuned for the final episode with our friend Irish Burch, the President and CEO of the Dallas Children's Advocacy Center. You will not want to miss this last episode and learn what YOU can do to help children in and around north Texas.  Support the show

Episode 69: "Irish Burch, President & CEO at DCAC - Part 2"

July 07, 2022 12:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

We are SO excited to continue our interview with the President & CEO of the Dallas Children's Advocacy Center; our dear friend Irish Burch. Stick with us as we continue this episode with MORE insightful, knowledge and passion for the children in North Texas.  Support the show

Episode 68: "Irish Burch, President & CEO at DCAC - Part 1"

June 30, 2022 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

We are SO excited to finally get the opportunity to interview the President & CEO of the Dallas Children's Advocacy Center; our dear friend. You will gain so much knowledge and awareness from the next three weeks, so PLEASE, sit back, get ready, and experience the absolute BEST person on the planet share her life experience and role she and her staff take to continue to protect and advocate for children in our community.  Support the show

Episode 67: "dōTERRA Healing Hands - Part 2"

May 26, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

Please help us welcome back to the show our dear friend, Jon Lines with dōTERRA Healing Hands and the Hope Foundation. This is the finale episode and we cannot thank Jon enough for his time and graciousness. In 2008 when dōTERRA chose their name, meaning “Gift of the Earth,” they understood that this new endeavor carried with it the responsibility to act as committed stewards. From the beginning, dōTERRA’s intentions have been deeply rooted in a philosophy of gratitude surrounding and enco...

Episode 66: "dōTERRA Healing Hands - Part 1"

May 19, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Please help us welcome a dear friend, Jon Lines with dōTERRA Healing Hands and the Hope Foundation. This has been a LONG awaited interview that has finally been able to take place. In 2008 when dōTERRA chose their name, meaning “Gift of the Earth,” they understood that this new endeavor carried with it the responsibility to act as committed stewards. From the beginning, dōTERRA’s intentions have been deeply rooted in a philosophy of gratitude surrounding and encompassing these gifts. Today...

Episode 65: "Role Reversal Part 2"

April 28, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

The second and final part of being interviewed by Kim Skidmore. Stay tuned for Role Reversal Part 2. Support the show

Episode 64: "Role Reversal - Part 1"

April 21, 2022 12:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

This is a first for the CatFish Cops crew. Based on a listener's recommendation, we have turned things around and decided to be interviewed! Special thanks to Kim Skidmore for giving us this honor. Stay tuned for likely MORE than you may want to know on Role Reversal Part 1. Support the show

Episode 63: "I'm NOT soliciting you!"

April 14, 2022 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

Our old friend IRC is back in this episode featuring an offender who didn't learn the first time. In this episode, our offender decides to try another approach to grooming and manipulating for the purpose of exploiting a child.  No predators were harmed in the making of this episode!  Support the show

Episode 62: "Trickster"

April 07, 2022 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

This episode takes us back to the Myspace era in 2009 of online solicitation. We do not often highlight this specific type of case so please let us know what you think! Support the show

Episode 61: "CatFish Kids - Part 2"

March 24, 2022 23:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

This is the second installment of our original concept we have had for sometime and hope to launch on a regular basis called "CatFish Kids". This is the second of a two part series with Brandon and his family. Please offer feedback and comments on how this flows, as it is a new process for us. We are so appreciative of our families and the sacrifices that they make day in and day out for us to continue with work, this podcast and so many other things, we hope to honor them by including them ...

Episode 60: "CatFish Kids - Part 1"

March 03, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MB

This is the first installment of a concept we have had for sometime and hope to launch on a somewhat regular basis called "CatFish Kids". This is the first of a two part series. Part 1 is a lighthearted and somewhat candid interview I had with my entire family (Tony). Logistically, having 10 people in the same room at the same time was feasibly impossible to record. Part 2 will be Brandon and his family which will end the series this time around. Please offer feedback and comments on how thi...

Episode 59: "Flipped the Script"

February 24, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MB

We hope you enjoy this guest appearance that we were invited to with the Noisy Narratives Podcast hosted by Women of Frisco First in Frisco, TX Noisy Narratives is a podcast of true stories straight from the hearts of women --stories of struggle and heartache, doubt and fear, from all different seasons of their lives. Many of these women wondered how long the difficult journey would last, but they endured and finished that race with a stronger faith in their Maker. They are grateful to tran...

Episode 58: "Messed up OODA Loop"

February 17, 2022 13:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MB

Welcome back Detective Randal Snyder (Ret) from the Pinal County Sheriff's Department with another case study that you simply do not want to miss. Enjoy the episode and gain some small understanding of how someone's OODA Loop can get twisted rather quickly!  Support the show

Episode 57: "A Ghostly Tale"

February 11, 2022 02:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

We would like to introduce our new friend, Randal Snyder a retired ICAC Detective with the Pinal County, Arizona Sheriffs Department. You do NOT want to miss  this Ghostly Tale that will change your perspective on the judicial system!  Support the show

Episode 56: "Bill Walsh & DCAC Training - Part 2"

January 27, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

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Episode 55: "Bill Walsh & DCAC Training - Part 1"

January 20, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MB

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Episode 54: "A Survivors Story - Part 2"

January 13, 2022 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

Today's Episode is the conclusion of "A Survivors Story" following the Secret Spy Episodes. We want to send a special thank you and give a giant round of applause to our super brave, super special, and amazing SURVIVORS, Nancy & Carol for their amazing courage to shine the light on how they survived this horrific situation. Sit back, and please give your undivided attention to "A Survivors Story - Part 2".  If you feel that you are in need of additional help or resources, PLEASE visit out R...

Episode 53: "A Survivors Story - Part 1"

December 23, 2021 13:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

This is a FIRST for us as a podcast and one that will bring you a perspective unlike any other. We are so very grateful to have two SPECIAL guests with us for the next two weeks! Having just wrapped up the "Secret Spy" Episodes, the next two weeks will keep you on the edge of your seats, as the SURVIVORS of Mr. Gross recount their feelings, fears, and hopes. We know you will gain valuable information as we examine this case from the Eyes of a Survivor. A very heartfelt THANKS to Nancy and Ca...

Episode 52: "Secret Spy Part 2"

December 16, 2021 13:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MB

Thanks for tuning in to hear the GROSS conclusion of Secret Spy - Part 2. Support the show

Episode 51: "Secret Spy - Part 1"

December 09, 2021 13:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

This Episode goes back to 2012 and like others, was a series of "first" for me that have not been repeated since. This is a longer more involved case with a number of twists that will have you on the edge of your seat. Please enjoy as we discuss Part 1 of the "Secret Spy" Support the show

Episode 50: "Unimaginable"

November 18, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Hold on TIGHT as we jump into a topic that some may simply NOT believe could be true, but I can assure you it was. This is a VERY GRAPHIC episode and NOT for the faint of heart so please use EXTREME caution and make sure you have headphones on, and there are no children within 50' of where you are listening. While we try to NOT be this graphic, the reality is that this is a TRUE story that involved a REAL child so you as the a listener need to know.  Support the show

Episode 49: "50 Shades of Hansen"

November 11, 2021 13:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MB

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Episode 48: "Close To Home"

November 04, 2021 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

Join us as we discuss a case involving something we have not discussed up to this point. As this unfolds, you will agree that this one was a little "Close To Home" for me personally.  Please Enjoy! Support the show

Episode 47: Dr. Michael Bourke, PhD - Part 2

October 14, 2021 12:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

We are beyond excited to bring you this interview with Dr. Michael Bourke PhD. Dr. Bourke has been at the forefront of research into sex offenders, and has provided so much insight into the mind of the online predator with his work. During our discussion, Dr. Bourke gives us invaluable information about predator behavior, recidivism, and the other areas of criminality that these offenders often display.  Please join us as we speak with Dr. Bourke, who recently retired as the Chief Psycholog...

Episode 46: Dr. Michael Bourke, PhD - Part 1

October 07, 2021 12:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

We are beyond excited to bring you this interview with Dr. Michael Bourke PhD. Dr. Bourke has been at the forefront of research into sex offenders, and has provided so much insight into the mind of the online predator with his work. During our discussion, Dr. Bourke gives us invaluable information about predator behavior, recidivism, and the other areas of criminality that these offenders often display.  Please join us as we speak with Dr. Bourke, who recently retired as the Chief Psycholog...

Episode 45: "4 Degrees of Separation"

September 30, 2021 12:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

A different set of circumstances in todays episode, as we are made aware of a difficult issues involving someone from a past episode. Tune in and see the connection.   Support the show

Episode 44: "WTF Did You DO?"

September 23, 2021 12:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MB

This episode will certainly leave you scratching your head at first as it twists and turns into a valuable lesson learned. You DO NOT want to miss the ending of this one I promise, it will be worth the wait.  Support the show

Episode 43: "Round Two"

September 16, 2021 12:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

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Episode 42: "Way Behind the Power Curve"

September 09, 2021 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

This Episode is one we hope to never have to face but invariably we are put in positions when we are simply "Way Behind the Power Curve"  Please visit our Patreon page if you have an interest in special offers, early episodes and other great advantages. The site can be found at https://www.patreon.com/CatFishCops?fan_landing=true Support the show

Episode 41: "Can you give me a pump?" - Part 2

September 02, 2021 12:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MB

Today's episode is the conclusion of what is without a doubt a VERY odd case from its inception. The continued twists, turns and dynamics had us on our toes in the planning of a take down. Enjoy as we wrap up "Can you give me a pump?"  Support the show

Episode 40: "Can you give me a pump?" - Part 1

August 26, 2021 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

We are sop HAPPY to be back after a short hiatus and bring you another really interesting case that will no doubt leave you perplexed about the wonders of internet life. This is a two part episode (sorry) that takes MANY twists, and turns before its final conclusion. We hope this is as entertaining for you as it was for as. You will NOT misunderstand the meaning behind, "Can you give me a pump?" Support the show

SPECIAL RELEASE - Bloopers

August 19, 2021 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.2 MB

Here is a collection of BLOOPERS that have happened along the way as we try to navigate this new life of recording.  We hope this bring a smile and a laugh!  Support the show

Episode 39: "On the Run”

August 12, 2021 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MB

We’re back from hiatus and have LOTS of cool upcoming things in store.  If you are in need of ANY resources please go visit: www.CatFishCops.com/resources for all of your needs.  Thank you so much for being a valued listener! Support the show

Episode 38: "Double Trouble Part 2"

June 24, 2021 11:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

Join us for Part 2 of a flashback to 2010 during the "fish in a barrel" times of Yahoo Chat Rooms. This case took a few twists as it progressed and two firsts for me in this stage of my career.  Support the show

Episode 37: "Double Trouble Part 1"

June 17, 2021 12:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MB

Join us for a flashback to 2010 during the "fish in a barrel" times of Yahoo Chat Rooms. This case took a few twists as it progressed and two firsts for me in this stage of my career.  Support the show

Episode 36: "DCAC 101: The Life of a Case at DCAC" - Part 3"

June 10, 2021 11:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

Nakisha Biglow- Chief Partner Relations Officer Kimberly Skidmore– Director of Forensic Services Mindy Jackson- Director of Support Services Dr. Katrina Cook- Director of Clinical Services https://dcac.org Support the show

Episode 35: "DCAC 101; The Life of a Case at DCAC - Part 2"

June 03, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MB

Nakisha Biglow- Chief Partner Relations Officer Kimberly Skidmore– Director of Forensic Services Mindy Jackson- Director of Support Services Dr. Katrina Cook- Director of Clinical Services https://dcac.org Support the show

Episode 34: "DCAC 101: The Life of a Case at DCAC- Part 1"

May 27, 2021 12:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

Nakisha Biglow- Chief Partner Relations Officer Kimberly Skidmore– Director of Forensic Services Mindy Jackson- Director of Support Services Dr. Katrina Cook- Director of Clinical Services https://dcac.org Support the show

Episode 34: "A day in the life at DCAC - Part 1"

May 27, 2021 12:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

Episode 33: "End of the Fantasy"

May 20, 2021 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

In this case study, we hear a common defense used as the reason for a predators communicating about this horrid crime. Listen as we put an end to the fantasy. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED IN OUR EPISODES ARE OURS ALONE AND DO NOT REPRESENT ANY OTHER ORGANIZATIONS. OUR EPISODES DISCUSS INTERNET CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN AND CASES THAT INVOLVE THE EXPLOITATION OF CHILDREN AND MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL AUDIENCES. LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED. For Victim and Parent Resources, Please Visit www.catfi...

Episode 32: "Is There a Doctor in the House"

May 13, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

Angela Brunson is a Deputy District Attorney for Los Angeles County, California where she has served for almost 24 years and specifically the past 5 in the Cyber Crime Division, Prosecuting CSAM distributors, possessors, and online child predators. Angela has an impressive set of credentials and hobbies which include:  CrossFit Level 2 Trainer NASM Certified Trainer Collegiate Fencer Boxing Instructor Rock Climbing International Defensive Pistol Association Competitive Shooter World’...

Episode 31: "A Prosecutors Perspective Part I"

May 06, 2021 12:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MB

Angela Brunson is a Deputy District Attorney for Los Angeles County, California where she has served for almost 24 years and specifically the past 5 in the Cyber Crime Division, Prosecuting CSAM distributors, possessors, and online child predators. Angela has an impressive set of credentials and hobbies which include:  CrossFit Level 2 Trainer NASM Certified Trainer Collegiate Fencer Boxing Instructor Rock Climbing International Defensive Pistol Association Competitive Shooter World’...

Episode 30: "A Metroplex Love Story"

April 15, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 52 MB

Today's episode is something new that we have yet to do at this point. We recently presented an online training webinar for close to a 1,000 law enforcement and child protection professionals from all over the United States. We recorded this and are sending out this episode which details a joint investigation between two agencies and resulted in a really memorable case that we hope you will benefit from hearing.   Support the show

Episode 29 - "DCAC 101: The Disclosure Process and Recantation"

April 08, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

In the second of our DCAC series, we continue speaking  with Carrie Paschall, the Chief Investigation and Support Services Officer for the Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center about the disclosure process. We discuss the issue of recantation, and why that is an understandable, and even expected part of the process. We hope the insight Carrie brings allows our listeners to understand the horrible position a victim is put in when they choose to disclose their abuse.  We will continue to show you...

Episode 28 - "DCAC 101: The Disclosure Process"

April 01, 2021 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MB

In our first episode of what will be an awesome, ongoing series, we speak with Carrie Paschall, the Chief Investigation and Support Services Officer for the Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center. As you will soon be able to tell, Carrie is a subject matter expert on the disclosure process, and will give you an insight into courage it takes for a victim to come forward and talk about their abuse.  We will continue to show you amazing work that is being done by the men and women of the Dallas Chi...

Episode 27 - "Safe Surfin"

March 25, 2021 12:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Join us as we continue speaking with Moe McClanahan about her work with The Safe Surfin Foundation and NW3C. The Safe Surfin’ Foundation exists to inform, educate, and equip everyone fighting the good fight against evil in the world. Safe Surfin’ empowers law enforcement, teachers, parents, and young people in being cyber smart. Join the partnership for good in the world. The Safe Surfin’ Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit Cyber Safety and Responsibility educational initiative, created by l...

Episode 26 - "Pastor Eric"

March 11, 2021 12:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MB

This week we welcome retired ICAC detective Moe McClanahan to the show. Moe shares with us a case study, and talks about her work protecting children as a detective, and now, as the Director of Training and Education for the Safe Surfin' Foundation. Moe details the case for us in her own words: " This case is an undercover chat case that started inside of a kids chatroom. I entered as a Mother attempting to locate a guy who was harassing my daughter. I was approached by “PreacherGuy” who wa...

Episode - 25 "In Golden Pond"

March 04, 2021 12:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

This is an interesting case from 2009 in the “old school” days when working ICAC was like fish in a barrel. This case was a first for me and took a few crazy turns as it unfolds into an exciting ending. Please sit back and enjoy the adventures of "In The Golden Pond." Support the show

Episode - 24 "In Golden Pond"

March 04, 2021 12:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

This is an interesting case from 2009 in the “old school” days when working ICAC was like fish in a barrel. This case was a first for me and took a few crazy turns as it unfolds into an exciting ending. Please sit back and enjoy the adventures of "In The Golden Pond."

Episode - 25 "In Golden Pond"

March 04, 2021 12:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

This is an interesting case from 2009 in the “old school” days when working ICAC was like fish in a barrel. This case was a first for me and took a few crazy turns as it unfolds into an exciting ending. Please sit back and enjoy the adventures of "In The Golden Pond." Support the show