x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real Cases. Real Stories.

Hidden Threads uncovers the untold true crime stories behind private investigators" most chilling and high-stakes cases. Each episode exposes hidden connections, dark secrets, and shocking twists—from unsolved murders and missing persons to betrayals that span decades—while revealing the rare political threads that quietly shape the shadows of justice.Available on ALL Streaming PlatformsSpotify • Apple • YouTube • Amazon

true crime entrepreneurship

All Episodes

28:30

Inside the Mind of a First Amendment Auditor | Josh...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/04/23

Send us Fan Mail What really happens when a camera meets authority? In Part 1 of this explosive interview, Josh Abrams sits down to break down the world of First Amendment auditing—what it is, why he does it, and the moments that changed everything. We get into: The truth behind viral police encounters How everyday situations escalate fast The legal line between rights and resistance What people misunderstand about auditors This isn’t theory—this is...

en-us

26:51

Crossing the Line or Holding the Line? | Josh Abrams...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/04/23

Send us Fan Mail In Part 2, the conversation with Josh Abrams goes deeper—and gets more intense. We move past the viral clips and into the consequences: What happens after the cameras stop rolling Arrests, lawsuits, and the real risks behind auditing Where the line actually is—and who decides it Encounters that almost went sideways The mental game of staying calm under pressure This is the side most people never see—the fallout, the strat...

en-us

18:19

Use of Force Continuum: Marine Lessons and Capitol...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/04/13

Send us Fan Mail Macky Outlaw and Jus continue their discussion on the use of force continuum — the step-by-step levels of response that law enforcement and military personnel are trained to follow, from presence and verbal commands all the way to deadly force as a last resort. Drawing from their Marine Corps experience, they talk about how this structured approach keeps situations from escalating unnecessarily and protects everyone involved. They address heated online debates where many have...

en-us

16:48

Stupid Criminals in Uniform: Marines Stealing Weapons...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/04/09

Send us Fan Mail Macky Outlaw and Jus are back with another raw episode, kicking it off with some wild Marine Corps stories from the old days — the good, the bad, and the straight-up dumb decisions that happen when young guys with too much testosterone and not enough supervision get their hands on serious firepower. They dive into real cases of Marines doing incredibly stupid shit: stealing weapons from the armory, trying to smuggle gear off base, and the predictable (and often hilarious in h...

en-us

24:20

Vanishing Messages, Hidden Trails: Why Signal,...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/04/06

Send us Fan Mail Macky Outlaw and Jus are back for a straight-talking episode that might make you rethink your entire digital life. They start by swapping some classic Marine Corps stories — the kind of lessons in vigilance and situational awareness that hit different once you’re back in the civilian world. Then they go full forensic deep-dive into the apps everyone thinks are “safe”: Signal, Snapchat, Telegram, WhatsApp, iCloud, Google Photos, and every other cloud-based messaging and storag...

en-us

17:58

From Marine Corps Battles to Courtroom Wars: Old...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/04/02

Send us Fan Mail In this raw and unfiltered episode of the podcast, Macky Outlaw and Jus sit down to shoot the shit about their wild days in the Marines — the brotherhood, the chaos, the lessons that still hit hard today. Then they pivot hard into the brutal reality of divorce and custody battles: why evidence is everything, how one photo, one text, or one bank statement can make or break your case, and the dirty tactics people use when kids and money are on the line. Finally, they dive into ...

en-us

24:43

Digital Ghosts: How Floppy Disks, Cell Phones &...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/04/01

Send us Fan Mail Macky Outlaw and Jus start the show with a quick, no-nonsense chat about the War Powers Resolution — why they don’t think Trump is violating the law, and what the 1973 rules actually mean in practice. It’s fast, fun, and straight talk before they dive into the real meat of the episode. Then it’s all about the digital clues that are changing the game for catching killers in the 21st century. The guys break down two chilling cases where technology left no place for murderers to...

en-us

28:01

Ashli Babbitt's Death: Hero or Hypocrisy? Deadly...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/03/30

Send us Fan Mail In this hard-hitting episode, Macky Outlaw and Jus break down the shooting of Ashli Babbitt during the January 6 Capitol events. An unarmed Air Force veteran and mother was fatally shot while climbing through a broken window in a barricaded door—yet the officer who pulled the trigger has been widely labeled a hero and cleared of any wrongdoing. We examine how this case directly contradicts the long-standing American legal standard on deadly force: Deadly force is generally no...

en-us

17:58

From Marine Corps Battles to Courtroom Wars: Old...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/03/27

Send us Fan Mail In this raw and unfiltered episode of the podcast, Macky Outlaw and Jus sit down to shoot the shit about their wild days in the Marines — the brotherhood, the chaos, the lessons that still hit hard today. Then they pivot hard into the brutal reality of divorce and custody battles: why evidence is everything, how one photo, one text, or one bank statement can make or break your case, and the dirty tactics people use when kids and money are on the line. Finally, they dive into ...

en-us

32:08

Best Of: From Marines to Badges to Shadows: Our Real...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/03/19

Send us Fan Mail Join us for an unfiltered, no-BS chat about the wild ride from the Marine Corps to the police force and finally landing in private investigations. We break down the highs, the challenges, the skills that carried over (and the ones that didn't), funny stories from the field, and what it's really like switching worlds—from structured military life to street-level policing to running your own cases as a PI. If you're a veteran thinking about law enforcement, a cop eyeing...

en-us

20:08

War Powers in Action: Trump's Bold Defense of America...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/03/16

Send a text In this no-holds-barred episode of Hidden Threads, Macky Outlaw and Jus break down the War Powers Resolution of 1973—not as a shackle on the presidency, but as a framework that smart, decisive leaders like President Trump use to protect the nation without getting bogged down in congressional gridlock. We celebrate how Trump is fully exercising his Article II Commander-in-Chief authority to strike fast and hard against real threats to American security. We dive into the game-changi...

en-us

27:04

Albert Fish: The Boogeyman, Cannibalism, and the...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/03/12

Send a text In this chilling episode of Hidden Threads, Macky Outlaw and Jus thread through one of history's most depraved monsters: Albert Fish, the "Gray Man," "Werewolf of Wysteria," "Brooklyn Vampire," and true Boogeyman. Born in 1870, Fish was a seemingly mild-mannered painter and family man who hid unimaginable horrors—molesting hundreds of children, torturing and murdering at least three (likely more), and committing acts of cannibalism. We break down his traumatic childhood in an abus...

en-us

23:30

The Brutal Beating of Robert Brooks: A Death in...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/03/11

Send a text On Hidden Threads, Macky Outlaw and Jus unpack one of the most disturbing prison cases in recent memory: the brutal beating death of Robert Brooks, a 43-year-old Black man, at Marcy Correctional Facility in New York on December 9, 2024. Transferred from Mohawk Correctional Facility, Brooks was handcuffed and shackled when officers unleashed a savage assault—punches, kicks, chokeholds, even striking him with a shoe—captured on body cam footage that shocked the nation. Brooks died t...

en-us

11:28

Best of Hidden Threads: "How Private Investigators...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/03/08

Send a text In this eye-opening "Best Of" episode from Hidden Threads, hosts Macky Outlaw and special guest Samantha McNamara pull back the curtain on one of the most common—and digital-heavy—types of infidelity investigations: catching partners who are active on dating apps and sites like Tinder, Bumble, Ashley Madison, and others. We break down the modern PI toolkit for uncovering online cheating, starting with digital footprint analysis: searching public profiles, reverse image searches on...

en-us

11:57

Best of Hidden Threads: "The Carroll County Double...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/03/06

Send a text In this gripping "Best Of" episode from Hidden Threads, hosts Macky Outlaw and special guest Samantha McNamara dissect one of the most shocking family-related crimes to emerge from Georgia in recent years: the February 2025 murders of Kristin Brock and James Brock in their Carrollton home. We walk through the chilling timeline: the couple, ages 41 and 45, were found shot multiple times while sleeping in their bed in a quiet rural area of Carroll County. Their then-16-year-old daug...

en-us

9:50

Best of Hidden Threads: "Why It's Nearly Impossible...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/03/06

Send a text In this standout "Best Of" episode from Hidden Threads, hosts Macky Outlaw and special guest Samantha McNamara dive deep into one of the most fascinating shifts in modern criminology: why the era of prolific, long-running serial killers like Ted Bundy or the BTK Killer feels like ancient history. We break down the key reasons these predators get caught before they can rack up multiple victims—often after just one or two killings. Advances in forensic science, especially DNA eviden...

en-us

26:50

Why Evidence Wins (or Loses) Your Divorce: Insider...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/02/26

Send a text IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: This episode is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Family law varies by jurisdiction, and every case is unique. Nothing discussed here creates an attorney-client relationship or substitutes for personalized advice from a qualified attorney licensed in your area. Always consult your own lawyer for guidance specific to your situation. Divorce isn't just about emotions—it's about proof. In this eye-opening episode, h...

en-us

29:50

Grandparents' Rights, Miranda Warnings, Perjury...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/02/26

Send a text Join host Macky Outlaw for an in-depth conversation with special guest Attorney Josh Holcomb, Founding Partner at M&H Legal Services (mhlegalservices.com), a seasoned north Alabama family law attorney based in Guntersville and Huntsville. In this wide-ranging episode, Josh breaks down key legal concepts that often come up in family disputes and court proceedings in Alabama: Grandparents' rights — We explore Alabama's Grandparent Visitation Act (Ala. Code § 30-3-4.2...

en-us

39:51

Unlocking Alabama Custody Changes: Breaking Down the...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/02/23

Send a text In this episode, we sit down with special guest Attorney Josh Holcomb, Founding Partner at M&H Legal Services (mhlegalservices.com), a north Alabama family law expert based in Guntersville and Huntsville. Josh dives deep into one of the most important — and challenging — aspects of Alabama family law: the McLendon standard. We explore what the McLendon standard (established in the landmark 1984 Alabama Supreme Court case Ex Parte McLendon) really means for parents seekin...

en-us

24:18

Dumb Crook Chronicles: High Dealers Dial 911 on...

Hidden Threads: Real Private Investigators. Real... ·

2026/02/20

Send a text Macky Outlaw and Jus are back with another round of Dumb Crook News—where criminals become their own worst enemies in the most mind-blowing ways. This episode is packed with stories that'll have you yelling "Why would you do that?!" at your speakers. First up: The all-time classic from Rexburg, Idaho (2015, but timeless)—two guys hauling 20 pounds of weed get so stoned and paranoid they think undercover cops are tailing them everywhere. Solution? Pull over, call 911, announce they...

en-us

160 results

Similar Podcasts

Australian True Crime

Bravecasting

True Crime Podcast 2026 - Police Interrogations, 911 Calls and True Police Stories Podcast

True Crime Podcast 2026

Ontario Cold Cases - The Podcast

Jay Nicoll

The Conspiracy Files

Bloody FM

Crime at Bedtime

Jack Laurence