Chris Hansen

Have A Seat with Chris Hansen

Have A Seat with Chris Hansen  is here—an all-new platform from America’s most relentless crime fighter. Every week, Hansen takes you back inside the stings that shocked the nation on  Predators I’ve Caught —with never-before-heard details and new revelations. Then, pull up a chair for  Have A Seat with Chris Hansen , his weekly in-depth interview series where the biggest names in law enforcement, justice, and survival tell their stories. Two shows. One mission.  Have A Seat with Chris Hansen . Relentless. Uncompromising. Always watching. Sponsored by TruthFinder.com Have a question or case su...

Author

Chris Hansen

Category

True Crime

Podcast website

www.iheart.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Rep. Anna Luna on Take It Down, Child Protection, UFOs & the JFK Report | Have A Seat 08.07.2026

Have a Seat with Chris Hansen for a rapid-fire conversation on a multitude of hot topics with Florida Representative Anna Luna. From the Take It Down Act and seeking the death penalty for those who commit crimes against children to UFO’s and the new JFK report coming out that there were two shooters, no headline is off limits!   Home Title Lock: Go to https://hometitlelock.com/chrishanse...

Darrel Rockewell 06.07.2026

“I’m not a pedophile.” A sting operation in Florida. A man with nothing left to lose.  Given three to six months to live with the terminal diagnosis. Most people spend that time saying goodbye, making amends, telling the people they love what they mean to them.  58-year-old Darrel Rockwell spent one of those precious days online, searching for sex with a 13- or 14-year-old girl.  In this episode,...

'Demon Hunter' Becca Spinks | Have A Seat 01.07.2026

Satanic Accelerationism…Nihilistic Violent Extremism…Sextortion Manipulation….these are the disturbing topics on this episode of Have a Seat where Chris Hansen is joined by ‘demon hunter’ Becca Spinks. Spinks’ on-line investigation into the dangerous underground community known as 764 has uncovered an alarming number of abhorrent crimes that exploit children and vulnerable people around the world....

“Looking for some sloppy toppy then we’ll go from there…I’m a certified gentleman.”Jonathan Mitchell 29.06.2026

In this disturbing episode of Predators I've Caught, Chris examines the case of Jonathan Mitchell, a 37-year-old former U.S. Navy serviceman who thought he was communicating with a 13-year old girl online. The chat conversation quickly escalated into explicit exchanges that caught the attention of investigators in Marion County, Florida. Chris reveals how Mitchell allegedly pursued what he believe...

Roblox Under Investigation | AG William Tong | Have A Seat 24.06.2026

Chris Hansen is joined by Connecticut Attorney General William Tong who is following suit with his AG colleagues and opening an investigation into Roblox over harm to children.  Hansen and Tong have a robust conversation that breaks down the latest claims against Roblox, how the on-line annihilation group 764 is finding receptive victims on the platform, the evolving pathology of these predators,...

Nicholas Krackenberger 22.06.2026

“I was lonely…” Chris revisits a disturbing case from Iron Mountain, Michigan, where Nicholas Krakenberger believed he was meeting a 15-year old boy for a sexual encounter. Through revealing chat logs and a carefully orchestrated sting operation, Chris uncovers Krakenberger’s intentions and the events that led to his arrest. Joined by Deputy Sheriff Ryan Herring, Chris explores the investigation....

Predators in the Classroom: The Hidden School Abuse Crisis | John Manly | Have A Seat 17.06.2026

On this episode of Have a Seat with Chris Hansen, shocking, alarming and disturbing information is presented regarding the U.S. school systems, teacher union and abuse against our children. Sexual abuse and assault attorney John Manly joins Hansen to shed light on the glaring issue and mind-blowing statistic facing our school systems today: 10% of the 57 million American students have had inapprop...

Deandre Robinson 15.06.2026

“Have some towels…it’s gonna get messy!” In this chilling episode of *Predators I've Caught*, Chris examines the case of Deandre Robinson, a certified nursing assistant whose online conversations with someone he believed to be a 15-year old boy led him straight into a law enforcement sting operation. What began as seemingly casual chats quickly escalated into disturbing intentions, exposing a dark...

They Were Attractive Influencers... With An Ugly Truth | Ashley Cole | Have A Seat 10.06.2026

On this exclusive episode of Have a Seat with Chris Hansen, Chris talks with Ashley Cole, investigator with the Cartersville, GA Police Department regarding her investigation into Josh Stapleton. Josh Stapleton was arrested for downloading and sending child sexual abusive material (CSAM) from 2018-2020 that would lead to him pleading guilty to 20 counts of sexual exploitation of children.  Cole re...

"You don't have my permission to film me, " Capehart. "I don't need your permission, Hansen." 08.06.2026

He looked like a successful salesman. A former Marine. A respected member of his community. But behind the screen, investigators uncovered something far more disturbing. In this gripping episode Chris joins law enforcement for a sophisticated Florida sting operation that exposed the dark intentions of Nicholas Capehart, a professional window salesman whose online conversations with someone he beli...

The Epstein Case Is Far From Over | Andrew Lownie | Have A Seat 03.06.2026

On this episode of Have a Seat with Chris Hansen, Chris is once again joined by British historian and author of Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York, Andrew Lownie to discuss the latest surrounding the Royal Family and the Jeffery Epstein investigation here and across the pond. Did Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor think he would be immune regarding his connections with Epstein; how mu...

“So my intentions, I’m gonna be blunt about this, is to help people.” Devin Fernandez 01.06.2026

In this disturbing episode, Chris revisits the case of Devin Fernandez, a former corrections officer who crossed the line from authority figure to alleged predator, luring a 14-year old girl for sex, during an undercover sting operation. Through graphic chat logs and tense interrogation moments, Chris exposes the calculated manipulation, grooming tactics, and dangerous mindset behind the encounter...

Epstein Survivor: "Biggest Government Cover-Up In History” | Courtney Wild | Have A Seat 27.05.2026

On this episode of Have a Seat, Chris Hansen is joined by Epstein survivor and victims advocate, Courtney Wild to discuss the latest on the files and what answers she is still fighting for. Wild gets fired up regarding President Trump, how she’s still waiting for the “real and un-redacted” files, asks why the government is not holding anyone accountable for the largest human trafficking ring in hi...

"I've been depressed...but I'm not making excuses!" 25.05.2026

In this episode Chris confronts one of the most disturbing realities of online child exploitation through the case of 43-year-old Joseph O’Rourke, a man attempting to meet what he believes is a 14-year old girl for sex.  Hansen also takes listeners inside the legal aftermath, detailing the prosecution that ultimately led to O’Rourke receiving a 15-year prison sentence. Disturbing, eye-opening, and...

Using a Serial Killer to Catch a Killer | Sheryl “Mac” McCollum | Have A Seat 20.05.2026

On this special episode of Have a Seat, Chris Hansen is joined by legendary crime scene investigator, Sheryl “Mac” McCollum to discuss her latest book, Swans Don’t Swim in a Sewer; Solving the Cold Case of the Flint River Killer’s Daughter, and how she used the serial killer to catch a killer.  The case of Melissa Wolfenbarger is something straight out of a Hollywood film with so many twists and t...

"I'm a fuckin' idiot! I'm stupid! I'm dumb!" - Justin O'Connor 18.05.2026

In this, the 300th episode of Predators I’ve Caught, Chris investigates a chilling 2025 predator case involving Justin O'Connor in Marion County, Florida. O'Connor, a 23-year-old oil change shop manager, gets ensnared in a sting operation after engaging in explicit chats, believing he was communicating with a 13-year-old girl. The episode delves into the motivations and psyche behind his actions,...

Epstein Survivor Reveals SHOCKING Details | Jena-Lisa Jones | Have A Seat 13.05.2026

On this episode of Have a Seat with Chris Hansen, Chris is joined by Jeffery Epstein survivor Jena-Lisa Jones for an emotional, raw and powerful interview.  Jones describes the manipulation and grooming tactics by Epstein and how he got underaged girls to “do his dirty work” and Maxwell’s involvement, her cushy prison life and the possibility of getting out early. Jones also shares her frustration...

Pablo Juarez-Bertadillo 11.05.2026

Pablo Juarez-Bertadillo is a predator caught in a Genesee County, Michigan investigation.  At the time of the sting, Juarez had been living in Burton, Michigan. He unlawfully immigrated to the United States from Mexico sometime around 2019. He worked in roofing. Juarez had been communicating with a decoy posing as a fifteen-year-old girl. At first, Juarez discussed paying $100 for sex with the gir...

Inside the Explosive Eric Swalwell Sexual Assault Allegations | Lisa Bloom | Have A Seat 06.05.2026

To date, five woman have come forward with claims of sexual assault and sexual misconduct by former California Representative Eric Swalwell, most recently one being Lonna Drewes, who claims to have been drugged and raped by Swalwell in 2018.  Chris Hansen has a seat with Drewes’ attorney Lisa Bloom to provide insight into her client, the accusations and the criminal charges they have filed.  The o...

“My dick in good shape.” 04.05.2026

Henry Lopez is an alleged predator caught in a Blount County, Alabama investigation. He came to the sting house with Garson Lopez.  Henry is originally from Guatemala. At the time of the sting, he was living in the United States illegally for the past year. He had at least one child.  Garson was the one to communicate with the decoy over the phone, rather than Henry. He reached out to a decoy posi...

The $3 Million Verdict Against Meta and Google | Joseph VanZandt | Have A Seat 30.04.2026

As Chris Hansen continues to spread the word and educate parents on the dangers that social media and gaming platforms could have to children, a recent landmark verdict against these big tech companies might just be shifting the narrative.  On this episode of Have a Seat with Chris Hansen, Joseph VanZandt, an attorney with the Beasley Allen Law Firm leading the national social media litigation, jo...

“You ever had your boobs grabbed?” - Nicholas Jenkins 27.04.2026

Nicholas Alexander "Alex" Jenkins is an alleged predator caught in a Polk County, Florida investigation, part of Polk County's Cyber Guardian II operation.  At the time of the Sting, Nicholas Jenkins was living in Winter Garden, Florida. He had previously wanted to work with dialysis patients but found himself working in pest control.  A posted a picture of what appeared to be a minor girl in a ho...

Sean O’Brien | Have A Seat 22.04.2026

On this episode of Have a Seat, Chris Hansen talks with Sean O’Brien, General President of the Teamsters, the storied labor union that was founded in 1903. The two have a candid conversation about a recent crimes against children investigation they did together in Michigan, how the Teamsters can help combat human trafficking, the threat autonomous vehicles will have on the work force, unionizing A...

"Can I put my clothes on?" Joshua Simpson 20.04.2026

Joshua Ryan Simpson is an alleged predator that was caught in a Blount County, Alabama investigation. He is known for being one of only three men to get completely naked during a Chris Hansen sting.  At the time, he stated that he was a maintenance worker at a chicken plant, fixing the chicken incubation machines, and had been employed there for four weeks. He also had a twelve-year-old daughter,...

Inside the Timothy Busfield Case with Attorney Larry Stein | Larry Stein | Have A Seat Ep. 33 15.04.2026

On this episode of Have a Seat with Chris Hansen, Chris is joined by Larry Stein, famed entertainment attorney and lawyer for actor and director Timothy Busfield. The Emmy Award winning Busfield has recently been accused of inappropriately touching two child actors on the set of The Cleaning Lady on which he was the director. A Bernalillo County, NM grand jury indicted Busfield on four counts of c...

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