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Send us Fan Mail Every fugitive leaves a trail – some lead to places darker than expected. When Chad, Rob, Sal, and Eric pursued a $10,000 bond forfeiture out of Brunswick County, they anticipated a routine recovery. What they couldn't have predicted was the disturbing truth lurking beneath the surface of this case. The team's hunt for "Donnie the Delinquent" took them to Littl...

Send us Fan Mail The line between a routine bail recovery and a high-stakes manhunt blurs dramatically in this riveting conversation with Kenny, a veteran recovery agent and bondsman from Phoenix, Arizona. Kenny pulls back the curtain on what became a headline-making case from 2017—the capture of "Phoenix Leo," a fugitive who transformed from bail jumper to armed robbery spree suspect wh...

Send us Fan Mail Chad and Rob take us deep into the world of fugitive recovery with "The Dirty Electrician" case, showcasing how modern bounty hunters use deception and digital sleuthing to apprehend bail jumpers who think they've escaped justice. When another bondsman reached out for help tracking a fugitive with a $25,000 bond, the chase began with a simple social media investigat...

Send us Fan Mail The legal system can feel like a maze of confusion, but our conversation with criminal defense attorney David Gross cuts through the complexity with straight talk and insider knowledge you won't find elsewhere. David brings a fascinating perspective to the table—having worked as a police officer in the notoriously rough "Murder Mount" (Rocky Mount), then as a privat...

Send us Fan Mail When a desperate father loses contact with his young daughter, he turns to private investigation to locate his ex-wife who has vanished across state lines. What follows is an extraordinary month-long hunt spanning from Jacksonville to Mississippi to California, showcasing the art of modern skip tracing at its finest. Rob shares the intricate details of tracking "Tina the Trai...

Send us Fan Mail Meet the man who's spent 40 years tracking people who don't want to be found. Alex Price, known in the industry as the "Skip Guru," takes us deep into the shadowy world of skip tracing, fugitive recovery, and asset location with stories that feel ripped from a Hollywood thriller. Unlike most professionals who perform skip tracing as just one function of their j...

Send us Fan Mail How do modern bondsmen track and capture fugitives in the digital age? Chad and Rob take you behind the curtain of a real-life fugitive recovery mission to Connecticut, where social media sleuthing became their most powerful tool. When a woman skipped on her $10,000 bond, the trail went cold—until they discovered a clever workaround. Unable to find the fugitive's direct socia...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what happens when a fugitive evades capture? Chad and Rob share a masterclass in strategic thinking as they recount how they tracked down a bail jumper using a clever ruse involving a fake child support check. The storytelling is as entertaining as it's educational - complete with a dramatic fence-climbing escape attempt that would make parkour enthusiasts proud!...

Send us Fan Mail The line between hunter and hunted blurs in this captivating episode where Chad and Rob reveal one of their most ingenious fugitive recovery operations. When "Hunter," a repeat client decides to skip town on a DWI bond and fled to New York, the bondsmen had to get creative. Rather than making the long journey north, they executed an elaborate two-week catfishing scheme,...

Send us Fan Mail What really happens when someone skips bail? Chad and Rob pull back the curtain on the bail bonds industry, revealing the strategic planning, detective work, and sometimes stomach-turning realities of tracking down fugitives. The bond market is heating up alongside the spring weather, and we explore why this seasonal shift might be occurring alongside broader policy changes in the...

Send us Fan Mail The bizarre world of bail bonds delivers yet another stranger-than-fiction tale as Chad and Rob recount their most unusual fugitive recovery to date. Meet "Tyrone," a bail jumper who not only surrendered willingly but actually thanked his captors for arresting him - all to escape a toxic relationship that had become worse than jail itself. What begins as a routine trip t...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for an engaging episode where we unwrap the unpredictable world of bonding, featuring intriguing stories from our day-to-day experiences. We kick things off by welcoming back my co-host, who fills us in on his family vacation, before diving deeply into the often absurd yet captivating life of a bondsman. As we dissect the bizarre calls we receive—ranging from heartfelt ple...

Send us Fan Mail Prepare yourself for a riveting exploration into the clandestine world of bail bonds and fugitive recovery, as we unravel the thrilling story of a fugitive named Steve! In this episode, Regina, a seasoned bail bondsman and NCBAA board member, shares her exhilarating journey of tracking down a runaway, revealing the unconventional methods she employed to bring him back to justice....

Send us Fan Mail Step into the unpredictable world of bail bonding with this episode, where captivating stories reveal the unique motivations behind why some individuals choose to disappear after their release from jail. We delve deep into the fascinating case of Pookie, a member of the Lumbee tribe, offering insights into how cultural backgrounds and personal histories can influence decisions abo...

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Send us Fan Mail In this episode we start off discussing Trump's tariffs on Canada and how people are reacting.  After a cold for few days, we both had been dealing not feeling good and try to get over our colds.   So now we get down to business and tell the story of "Setting the Trap for Angel the Escort"  Chad tells the story if how Angel skips bond from her drug charges and leave...

Send us Fan Mail Brace yourself for a thrilling tale of bounty hunting under the shadow of immigration laws and a $25,000 bond that hangs in the balance. Imagine navigating the murky waters of an ever-changing legal landscape while balancing the intricate dynamics of immigrant communities. That's exactly where our story leads as Chad and Rob regale you with a gripping account that begins with...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when societal issues, thrilling adventures, and the sheer joy of duck hunting collide in one podcast episode? Join us on the Off the Hook podcast with Chad and Rob, as we navigate the intricate dance between everyday life and its more dramatic moments. From our hopes for political calm post-inauguration to the mundane chore of tackling taxes, we weave stories that are...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a stand-up comedian balances the chaos of parenthood with life on stage? Our dear friend Ellie Coleman joins us to share her incredible journey from overcoming drug issues to embracing the joys and quirks of being a proud parent. With her signature humor, Ellie recounts tales of family antics and comedy adventures, including an unforgettable moment with a slushie...

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Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered if "Die Hard" truly belongs in the Christmas movie hall of fame? Join us, Chad and Rob, as we kick off our holiday special with a spirited debate over festive film favorites like "Gremlins" and "Die Hard." We also unwrap our top holiday tunes, celebrating everything from George Michael's timeless "Last Christmas" to the la...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what it's like to mix the holiday spirit with the thrill of the hunt? Join us as we recount some unforgettable memories, from our festive reflections on holiday greetings to our passion for duck hunting gear. Our journey takes you down memory lane to the vibrant streets of New Orleans, where we rubbed shoulders with figures like Clay Higgins and shared adventures...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how winter weather might impact your hunting adventures? As avid hunters, Chad and Rob kick off this engaging episode with personal stories from their Thanksgiving celebrations and a spirited discussion about the upcoming Christmas season. Excitement builds as Chad unveils his latest collection of camo gear, perfect for those cold hunting expeditions. But there'...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what it’s like to spot a Hallmark movie star in your local café or to orchestrate a fugitive capture over waffles? Join us on the "Off the Hook Podcast" as we kickstart the festive season with some holiday cheer and humorous tales of celebrity sightings.   The film industry’s influence on Wilmington isn't just about glitz and glamour; it’s about local...