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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

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32:08

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

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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...

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20:08

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

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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...

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27:04

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

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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...

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23:30

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

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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...

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

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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...

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11:57

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

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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...

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

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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...

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26:50

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

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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...

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29:50

Grandparents' Rights, Miranda Warnings, Perjury...

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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...

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39:51

Unlocking Alabama Custody Changes: Breaking Down the...

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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...

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24:18

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

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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...

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Alimony Gotcha: When Cohabitation Evidence Crushes...

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2026/02/18

Send a text Buckle up—Macky Outlaw and Jus are back, this time tearing into one of the most explosive post-divorce money fights: modifying or straight-up terminating alimony when the ex starts cohabitating with a new partner. We're talking the "live-in lover" loophole that saves (or costs) payers thousands every month. Why does cohabitation matter? In places like California, there's a rebuttable presumption of reduced need if the supported ex is shacking up with a non-marital partner—shifting...

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Best Of: The Investigator's Code – List Goals,...

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2026/02/16

Send a text Dive into one of the most requested and impactful episodes ever on Hidden Threads: Macky Outlaw lays out the unbreakable investigative process that top private investigators live by. No fluff, no shortcuts—just proven steps that turn chaos into clarity and hunches into courtroom-ready evidence. In this video episode, Macky walks you through: Setting razor-sharp goals to keep every case on track Brutally honest listing of assumptions (and why 90% crumble under scru...

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Shadows on the Porch: Wild Theories & Deep Dives into...

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2026/02/16

Send a text In this raw, no-holds-barred episode, Macky Outlaw and Jus dive headfirst into one of the most baffling missing persons cases gripping the nation right now: the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of TODAY co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, from her Tucson home on February 1, 2026. Two weeks in (and counting), authorities are treating it as a likely abduction after chilling doorbell camera footage captured a masked man—around 5'9"-5'10", average build, rocking an Oza...

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31:52

Dirty PIs Exposed: The Dark Side of Private...

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2026/02/16

Send a text Join Macky Outlaw and special guest Jus as they pull back the curtain on the sleaziest side of private investigation. From "Dirty DUIs" where PIs set people up for drunk driving arrests, to honey traps, pretexting scams, illegal phone hacks, and even working with ex-spies to dig up political dirt—we're talking real scandals that have made headlines and ruined reputations. We'll break down infamous cases like the "Dirty DUI" kingpin who got prison time, Black Cube's Weinstein-era r...

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33:49

2 U.S. Military Heroes Turned Killers: The Shocking...

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2026/02/13

Send a text In this explosive episode, Macky Outlaw and Jus dive deep into the chilling cases of two U.S. military service members sitting on death row at Fort Leavenworth. From battlefield betrayals to brutal crimes that stunned the nation—these aren't just any convicts... they're soldiers who crossed the line into unimaginable darkness. How does someone sworn to protect end up fighting for their own life? Is justice served in the military system? Hit play if you can handle the t...

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18:06

Ezra Miller's Legal Nightmare: Arrests, Allegations &...

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2026/02/10

Send a text In this eye-opening episode, Macky Outlaw and Jus break down the shocking legal troubles that rocked Ezra Miller's career right around The Flash movie. From multiple arrests in Hawaii (disorderly conduct, assault), felony burglary charges in Vermont, grooming and harassment allegations, to protective orders and public apologies—we cover the full timeline and the big questions: How did these issues almost derail a major DC superhero film? What role did mental health play...

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Vanished in Bloomington: The Unsolved Disappearance...

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2026/02/10

Send a text On this episode of Hidden Threads, hosts Macky Outlaw (@MackyOutlaw) and Jus pull at one of the most perplexing loose ends in recent true crime: the disappearance of Lauren Elizabeth Spierer. The 20-year-old Indiana University student vanished from the streets of Bloomington, Indiana, in the early morning hours of June 3, 2011, after a night out that ended in blackout-level intoxication. We retrace every documented step—from her time at Kilroy’s Sports Bar, the heavy drinking, the...

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Highway Horrors & Hidden Monsters: Deep Dive into...

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2026/02/05

Send us a text Buckle up for a chilling episode of [Your Podcast Name] as hosts Macky Outlaw ( @MackyOutlaw) and Jus take you down some of the darkest roads in true crime history. We unpack two infamous American serial killers: Robert Ben Rhoades, the "Truck Stop Killer," and Dennis Rader, the BTK Killer. First, we explore Rhoades—a long-haul trucker who turned his semi into a mobile torture chamber. With confirmed murders (including the heartbreaking case of 14-year-old Regina Kay Walters an...

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27:22

Charging Premium: Inside Our High Fees and Ironclad...

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2026/02/04

Send us a text In this no-holds-barred episode of [Your Podcast Name], hosts Macky Outlaw (@MackyOutlaw) and Jus dive deep into the world of premium pricing and the nitty-gritty of client contracts. Ever wondered why top-tier services come with a hefty price tag? We break it down—explaining how our high fees reflect unmatched value, expertise, and results that keep clients coming back. From justifying those rates to real-world examples of deals gone right (and wrong), we share insider t...

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