After a long break in the podcast I am again back in the saddle.  In this episode I discuss life after high school and whether pursing a private investigaiton career is the right direction to go.  

Thanks for listening

Andrew

In this episode I discuss a minor vehicle accident I was involved in though I was driving and I get into this thing called a side hustle.  If you don't know what a side hustle is you will certainly know what it is by the end of the show.

I also discuss some ideas for future shows.

Enjoy

Andrew

In this episode I catch you up on where I have been and what I have been up to.    I also answer some recently submitted questions.  Be gentle, I am a bit rusty on the mic.

Talk to you soon,

Andrew

I spoke with a recruiter from ICS Merrill about recruiting and where they are looking for qualified candidates.  I share some of the conversation and some of the changs in the industry.

I disucss job expectations and even the stuff I struggle with.

I share a couple of letters written to me over the past couple months that I thought were worth sharing.

I explain how to find current job openings at ICS Merrill.  It's not as easy to navigate as one would think.

Enjoy the episode!

In this episode I discuss a conversation with a recruiter that took place about 2 months ago.  I meant to write a huge blog and have a podcast about it right after however I just got side tracked.

In this podcast I share some of the things he shared of what he was looking for when hiring investigators.  I got on a bit of a rant in regards to a few things as well.  Consider it a bonus.

I hope you gain some additional insight and it helps you in some way towards your career decision on becoming a private investigator.

In this episode I cover the importance of having a blog on your P.I. website and cover a vareity of tips for a successful P.I. business blog.   Thanks for listening!

Andrew

In this episode we discuss some very cool technology in the news.

• Amazing Age Progression Technology
• Google Street View Timeline
• Video Camera in Your Rear View Mirror?
• 2 Video Cameras with Embedded Data Code

Hope you enjoy the episode!

Andrew

In this episode of the private investigator advice podcast I discuss the topic of naming your business.  There are several things to consider when naming your busienss and I dig into the topic.  I share my story and offer some tips for when you name you start your business.

In this episode of the Tech Tuesday for the Private Investigator Advice Podcast I share three translate apps that will be useful for private investigators in the field.  Particularly when pretexting (at least that is what I would use it for the most).  Enjoy the epsidoes and thanks for listening.

In this episode 51st episode of the Private Investigator Advice Podcast- Tech Tuesday I discuss the following topics:

Pocket Printer - A printer that is about size of your fist.  It's very cool

FBI Facial Recognition Database (something to worry about?)

Free PDF Software You Might Want in the P.I. Tool Box

If you have any news or tips you would like shared be sure to email me at the PIADVICEHQ@gmail.com

Thanks for listening

Andrew

Thank you for listening to the 50th episode of the Private Investigator Advice Podcast.  There were only a few things I wanted to share on this podcast that I thought were very cool and I added one tech news article as well.  Below are the topics shared.

• Google Translate
• Sprint Wants to Pay You to Switch Carriers
• Free Accident Sketch Software

Thanks for listening!

Andrew

Special thanks to Ray for sharing a news topic and Floyd for pointing out a blog that was discussing the P.I. Advice blog.  Below are the topics that are discussed in the P.I. News episode.

• Private Investigator Believes Foul Play was Involved in the Mysterious Death of a Man in Texas
• Private Investigator Sues Nevada
• FBI Won't Conduct Background Checks for Pot Businesses in Washington State
• Colorado Blogger Dislikes P.I. Advice Opinion

Thanks for listening

Andrew

Lots of technology in the news this week and much of it is over my head or more then I can wrap my head around.  I hope you enjoy this 48th episode of the Private Investigator Advice Podcast.

• The topics covered in this episode are the following:
• Yahoo Indoor Maps
• T-Mobile removing discounts
• Streaming memories from the brain
• Faster WiFi now possible
• Microscopic Lens
• Backup cameras mandatory soon

In this mini episode of Tech Tuesday I share three very interesting news stories.  I am pretty excited about two of them and I hope you are as well.  Below are the three topics covered in the news:

• Texting app allows you to text without cell coverage
• Google amps up security with more encrpytion to protect emails
• Google is messing with Google Voice.  How much are they messing with it is the question?

Enjoy the episode and be sure to contact me with anything tech you think is worthy of mentioning on the podcast.  

I thought I had podcasted about this topic but apparently not.  A listener asked what I had in my vehicle and asked that I do a podcast about it.  In this episode I share what I carry in my car that has allowed me to be successful during my years of surveillance.  I hope you enjoy this 46th episode.  Getting pretty close to #50!

In this episode of the Tech Tuesday for the Private Investigator Advice Podcast I share a few articles that surfaced this week that investigators should be aware of. Below are the topics that are covered.

• Auto Traffic Light Recognition
• Phone Meta Data and the Secrets Reveals
• Google Drive - Drives Down Prices for Cloud Storage

Hope you enjoy the episode.  Make sure to share any news worthy articles to PIADVICEHQ@gmail.com

Well I have managed to use Tech Tuesday as a reason to discuss Facebook and Private Investigation business.  I go on a bit of a rant in regards to engaging on Facebook and website comments (but it is a good rant.  I dare say educational).  

Enjoy 

Andrew

In this 43rd episode of the P.I. Advice Podcast for Tech Tuesday I share some very cool and practical equipment that is on the market and equipment that appears will be on the market in the very near future.  

The Topics covered in this episode include

• Micro SD Cards
• Blue Tooth Ear Warmers
• Boeings Black Self Destructing Phone for Spys
• Project Tango

Thanks for Listening.

In this episode I share some Wordress Plugins worthy of adding to your private investigation website.  This is assuming you are using a Wordpress format of your website. In this episode I discuss the following plugins:

• Powerpress
• Wordpress SEO by Yoast
• Facebook Like Box (Jetpack)
• All in One SEO
• Zopim
• Speakpipe

Thanks for listening and hope you enjoy the episode.

Andrew

There were many interesting stories over the past week or so.  In fact there were more stories than I could even address or share in the podcast.  With that being said here is a round up of interesting stories and blogs worth checking out.

• Mass Surveillance of All Car Trips via DHS.
• Private Investigator Blog Hightlight
• Constitutionality of NSA warrantless surveillance challenged by terrorism suspect
• GPS helps unravel Plant City Police Chief's Affair

Have news that needs to make the podcast?  Email the show at PIAdviceHQ@gmail.com

This week for Tech Tuesday I share the following news:

• A key that can be photographed can be copied
• A Gadget USed to Scan the Leaning Tower of Pisa is Helping Police Fight Crime
• Sprint Tries to Aquire T-Mobile after Warding off the acquisition 2 years ago.

Thanks for listening.

In this episode of the Private Investigator Advice Podcast we cover some trending news that has been reported over the past month. In this episode the following news is discussed:

• Minnesota protects felons by not requiring them to share their record with employers.
• Octomom faces a 5 year sentence for welfare fraud
• Revised Private Investigator licensing bill sets license categories based on experience
• How we use low-tech investigative tools in a high tech world
• How Private Investigators can help protect a brand's intellectual property.

Tech news Tuesday is back on track discussing some truely spy like equipment being talked about on the interwebs.  

Wearable Gills that filters sea water?

Google Glasses being used by the police.

Augmented reality using contact lenses?  Technology that is being tested by the military.

Thanks for listening.  Be sure to submit any news you feel is worth talking about with private investigators.

Questions have been coming in consistantly and I thought it was a good time to share questions that have been asked of me over the past couple of months.  In this podcast I answer a question about dealing with an aggressive nosey neighbor.

I answer questions about internships, what to wear during interviews, and what to put on your resume.

A listener asked whether his car would be appropriate as a surveillance vehicle.  I give him some advice on his vehicle.

A listener asked about quality covert cameras and supplies.  I get a bit into the topic and what I would suggest.

Thanks for listening. Thank you for all your support.  

Andrew

Google glass has been making the news a few times over the past few weeks.  Is there a future for Google Glass?  In this episode I also discuss the future of guest blogging. What is it?  Should you do it or stay away from it?  And I also discuss what I believe to be the ultimate smart watch and a future spy watch (in my opinion).  Enjoy the episode, and be safe out there.  

Imagine beging able to see images in the reflection of eyes within photos.  Something out of a high tech movie or James Bond film.  I discuss how researchers are doing that now.  

I also discuss the AT&T and Verizon's new cell plans that really chap my hide.

Finally I discuss the Pebble smart watch.  Where it is now and where it could/needs to be.

Tech News Tuesday has begun.  This is a small show where I can discuss gadgets and technology in general that may relate to private investigators now or in the future.  If you have some tech news that you think should be shared on this show be sure to email piadvicehq@gmail.com.  If the news fits I will add it to the show.

Andrew

It this podcast I go into some of the basic information that you may want to consider adding to your report (if you aren't already doing it).  Our reports can leave a lasting impression on our clients (good and bad).  This topic was a listener request.  Enjoy!

Why beer is good for private investigators is just one of the interesting articles I found for this weeks news worth listening and reading about. Hope you enjoy this 32nd episode of the private investigator advice podcast.