Matthew Spaier

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 communi...

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Matthew Spaier

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Witness statement methodology with Eric Devan 07.06.2021 53:51

Episode 93: On today's show we welcome Eric Devan from South Carolina. Our topic today is the art of the witness statement. Let’s check in with Eric Devan and your host, Private Investigator, Matt Spaier Links:     Matt’s email: MatthewS@Satellitepi.com  Linkedin: Matthew Spaier    www.investigators-toolbox.com  Eric on Linkedin: Eric Devan eric@devanassociates.com PI-Perspectives Youtube link: ht...

What is the Readi Response with Kevin McClain 31.05.2021 52:23

Episode 92: Welcome to Pi-Perspectives. Happy Memorial Day. We hope you have the opportunity to spend some down time with family and to reflect on this great country. Today we welcome Kevin McClain. Kevin run Kevin W. McClain Investigations. He is also the creator of READI response, an investigator App network forInsurance investigations nationally. We are going to learn about some of its great fe...

It's Time to Attend Live Conferences Again with Kelly Riddle 24.05.2021 45:36

Episode 91: Intro:      Welcome to Pi-Perspectives. Today we are highlighting the NALI conference in San Antonio, Texas. Kelly Riddle, who is hosting the event for NALI is back with us. Matt and Kelly recently attended the SCALI and Intellenet Event in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Lets join the guys and jump right in with Kelly Riddle and your Host, Private Investigator, Matt Spaier Links:     Ma...

Understanding Construction Site Investigations with Attorney, David Perecman 16.05.2021 47:58

Episode 90: Welcome to Pi-Perspectives. Today’s guest is NY Attorney, David Perecman. David has had his own practice since 1983 and he offers some great insight on what investigators need to look for when work on a construction site accident. Be prepared to take notes and makes sure you check the show notes for Labor law explanations. Please welcome David Perecman and your host, Private Investigat...

Skip Tracing Essentials Alex Price 13.05.2021 54:06

Episode 89:    Welcome to PI Perspectives. Today we have an awesome episode as we welcome Alex “Skip Guru” Price. The Guru has over 35 years experience in doing skip tracing. He is now semi-retired and offers instruction on how to succeed in this space. He is also an education consultant for locate smarter a new database option for skip tracing. Lets join the Guru from Guru Manor and your host, Pr...

Chatting about Surveillance with NJ Investigator Megan Novak 10.05.2021 53:40

Episode 88: Intro:      Welcome to Pi-Perspectives. Today we take a look at the perspective of Megan Novak from Arkeo Investigations. Megan has built a great Investigation business in New Jersey and specializes in Criminal Defense and surveillance work. Let's drop in on these two and get the show rolling. Please welcome Megan Novak and your host, Private Investigator, Matt Spaier Links:     Matt’s...

Investigating Sexual Assault Cases And Evidence Collection with Jane Mason 03.05.2021 45:58

Episode 87: Welcome to Pi-Perspectives. Jane Mason from Secure investigation joins us to discuss a delicate topic, sexual assault investigations and evidence collection. Jane had a long career with the FBI and did a significant amount of evidence collection. Today we are going to discuss some of her tips and techniques. Please welcome Jane Mason and your host Private Investigator, Matt Spaier Link...

Intellectual Property Investigations with Stuart Drobny 26.04.2021 53:23

Episode 86: Welcome to Pi-Perspectives. Today Matt welcomes Stuart Drobny from Stumar Investigations. Stu has had an incredible career and today the guys focus on counterfeit investigations and intellectual property theft. If you think you know about this type of work, be prepared to learn something. Please welcome Stuart Drobny and your host Private Investigator, Matt Spaier Links:     Matt’s ema...

Drones and Risk Assessments with Sal Lifrieri 19.04.2021 49:37

Episode 85: Welcome to this week’s show. Our guest today is Sal Lifrieri, the Risk Advisor. Were talking drones and the role they play with investigators and security professionals. Sal turned a decorated career in NYPD into a specialized skill in Risk Assessment. Please welcome the Risk Advisor, Sal Lifrieri and your host, Private Investigator, Matt Spaier Links:     Matt’s email: MatthewS@Satell...

Identity Theft and the PI with Carrie Kerskie 12.04.2021 43:14

Episode 84: Welcome to our tax week episode of PI Perspectives. Identity theft is a huge problem in this country, especially since COVID produced all those Stimulus checks. Today’s guest is the Privacy mentor, Carrie Kerskie. Carrie is a Pi out of Florida who has created a great business helping her clients mitigate and recover from identity theft. Lets welcome Carrie and our host, Private Investi...

Traveling Down The Silk Road And Cyber Crime With Vincent D’Agostino 05.04.2021 47:21

Episode 83: Welcome to this week’s episode of PI Perspectives. Today is an extra special show. We have Vincent D’Agostino from Bluevoyant stopping by to talk about his role in the famous “Silk Road” cybercrime investigations. Vinny is an Attorney, former FBI agent and an expert on Cyber Crime. We are honored to have him on the show. Please welcome Vincent D’agostino and your house Private Investig...

Skiptracing Due Diligence and Pretexting with Mike Dores 22.03.2021 52:55

Episode 81: Welcome to PI Perspectives. Industry veteran, Mike Dores returns to the program today. Mike was part of the Investigators round table episode last October. He’s back today to discuss the benefits of outsourcing your Skiptracing work. We also chat about “No- Hit No fees” and some Pretexting tips. So let’s jump right in and catch up with the guys. Please welcome, Mike Dores and your host...

Using Alternative Media to Solve Cold Cases with Sheila Wysocki 15.03.2021 48:05

Episode 80: Welcome to PI Perspectives. Today we welcome a podcast pioneer. Sheila Wysocki is known for her serial podcast show “Without Warning.” Each season she dives into an unsolved murder and works to help solve the case. We are incredibly honored to welcome her to the show today. Please welcome Sheila Wysocki and your host Private Investigator, Matt Spaier Links:     Matt’s email: MatthewS@S...

The Investigator and Reconstructionist team with Steve Mason and Joey Catone 08.03.2021 59:08

Episode 79: Welcome to PI Perspectives. Today we have a mini roundtable. Matt chats with Arizona investigator Steve Mason and Arizona Accident site reconstructionist, Joey Catone. The guys discuss how an investigator and Accident reconstruction engineer can have a symbiotic relationship. Learn some tips on how to make your investigation company more full service. Let check in with guys. Please wel...

Behavioral Crime Scene Analysis With Dr. C. Gabrielle Salfati 01.03.2021 38:25

Episode 78: Welcome to PI Perspectives. Today we welcome Dr. Gabrielle Salfati. Dr Salfati is a professor at John Jay College of Criminal justice. She also heads up the Investigative Psychology Research Unit. Dr. Salfati has made a career out of training law enforcement and investigators on behavioral Crime Scene Analysis. Please welcome Dr. Salfati and your host, Private Investigator, Matt Spaier...

Workplace Violence Investigations with Kent Harris 25.02.2021 47:37

Episode 77: Welcome to PI Perspectives. Our Guest today is Kent Harris from Harris Associated Consulting. Kent is here today to talk to us about workplace violence investigations. Covid-19 has really changed the way we work and we are going to discuss some ways for you to be proactive with this kind of Risk Mitigation. Please welcome Kent Harris and your host, Private Investigator, Matt Spaier Lin...

Honoring FBIs Dan Alfin and Laura Schwartzenberger with James Gagliano 22.02.2021 41:41

Episode 76: Welcome to PI Perspectives. Today we have a very special show. We invited Jim Gagliano back to show to discuss the horrible events that took place on February 2nd in Florida. Today we honor Special Agents Dan Alfin and Laura Schwartzenberger. These two agents bravely laid down their lives to protect the children of this country. Jim brings a career’s worth of experience in planning ope...

Genealogy Investigations and FAPI Conference with Ari Morse 15.02.2021 51:13

Episode 75: Welcome to PI Perspectives. We are in full conference highlight mode. Today we welcome Ari Morse. His firm specializes in genealogical research, but he is also on the planning board for FAPI. FAPI, The Florida Association of Private Investigators is holding its annual conference this Wednesday Through Friday and its FREE to attend. Ari is going to tell us a little about what he does an...

Learn about Online Dating Apps Research with Emmanuelle Welch 08.02.2021 48:34

Episode 74: Welcome to PI Perspectives. Today is our special Valentines edition. Today were taking dating aps, not the appetizers you get at Fridays on a date, but actual online dating apps. Our guest today is Emmanuelle Welch. She has built a reputation as a go to researcher for cracking these cases. Let’s jump right in with Emmanuelle Welch and your host, Private Investigator, Matt Spaier Links:...

Jumping Ahead of the Pack with George Gergis 01.02.2021 47:23

Episode 73: Welcome to PI Perspectives. Today we focus on the NALI conference scheduled for February 19th. We welcome George Gergis back to tell us all about the conference and what to expect. NALI or the National Association of Legal Investigators is the premier association if you do legal investigative work. This one-day conference is PACKED with great content. Even some guy who hosts a podcast...

The Ins and Outs of Surveillance with Eddie Cruz 28.01.2021 41:04

Episode 72: Welcome to PI Perspectives. We have a bonus episode today. Matt sits down with Eddie Cruz a seasoned veteran of surveillance in New York. New York has some of the biggest challenges when it comes to surveillance in an urban environment. Today its all about the art of Surveillance with our guest Eddie Cruz and your host, Private Investigator, Matt Spaier Links:     Matt’s email: Matthew...

What is the Investigation Game with Leah Weitholter 25.01.2021 40:37

Episode 71: Welcome to PI Perspectives. Today we are talking about the Investigation Game. Our guest is Leah Weitholter of Workman Forensics. Leah has a great podcast show also called the Investigation Game. Matt and Leah talk about Leah’s experience being a Certified Fraud Examiner and how she started her business. The Investigation Game is challenge game to investigative professionals. It helps...

Can you cross state lines with Brian Willingham 18.01.2021 48:11

Episode 70: Welcome to PI Perspectives. Brian Willingham of Diligentia Group Joins us today to chat. Brian has a fantastic blog and is a well-respected writer in the investigative community. He recently wrote a great article about crossing state lines as a PI doing investigative work. Let’s drop in on Matt and Brian and get their take on this interesting subject. Please welcome Brian Willingham an...

Security Schools and the Byrna protection system with Matthew Seifer 11.01.2021 45:00

Episode 69: Welcome to PI Perspectives. Today’s guest is Matthew Seifer of Radius Investigations and Guardian Security Training School. Matt and Matt are two NY Pi’s and today they talking about Security schools and the future of the guard industry in NY. Both Matts are serving on the 2021-2022 ALDONYS board in NY. Security Matt also has a great new initiative with Byrna, a pepper power projectile...

Investigative Journalist, Seema Iyer 04.01.2021 49:02

Episode 68: Welcome to 2021. We hope you all had a great Holiday and we have some great shows lined up for you in the next coming weeks. We want to welcome Merlin Locate Services as our newest sponsor. Make sure you reach out to them for those hard to solve skiptraces. We are also welcoming back the Pi Institute for Education, a great resource for learning. Today’s guest is Seema Iyer. Matt and Se...