The Art of Surveillance

This week Nina and her producer Adam discuss the unique challenges faced by undercover operatives. Nina explains how quick thinking, attention to seemingly inconsequential details, and a compelling backstory can spell the difference between a successful mission and a catastrophic failure. Later, she shifts gears to a breathtaking recount of her undercover mission to a cattle ranch in the Australian Outback. Nina goes on to explain how the art of maintaining a convincing facade, gaining trust, and extracting vital information without blowing her cover was a delicate dance that required a lot of tenacity and resourcefulness. Subscribe to Storic True Crime now! https://www.youtube.com/@storictruecrime About Siren: Tune in each week as Nina gets first-hand accounts from psychological experts, operatives, criminal informants, and actual victims of the crimes she investigates. About Nina: Nina Hobson is a former UK police detective. After leaving the force, she launched her own investigation firm that has since become a global operation. Her team is made up of former Secret Service, special forces, and ex-criminals turned informants. She’s also a single mother of two, to two members of her team, her son Harrison and daughter Amie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Nina explores the impact of gun laws in the US vs the UK with her producer Adam. They delve into the complexities of American gun laws, the influence of lobbyists and the NRA, and the risks posed by untrained firearm owners. They also discuss Nina's first hand experience with mass shootings and making sure her kids are aware of the potential threat in public spaces.  Subscribe to Storic True Crime now! https://www.youtube.com/@storictruecrime About Siren: Tune in each week as Nina gets first-hand accounts from psychological experts, operatives, criminal informants, and actual victims of the crimes she investigates. About Nina: Nina Hobson is a former UK police detective. After leaving the force, she launched her own investigation firm that has since become a global operation. Her team is made up of former Secret Service, special forces, and ex-criminals turned informants. She’s also a single mother of two, to two members of her team, her son Harrison and daughter Amie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Nina continues the conversation about the ever-changing roles between the media and law enforcement with Joel Waldman, award-winning former network news correspondent. They discuss Joel’s experiences and insights and provide a rare behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and ethical dilemmas faced by those delivering the news. Inspired by his mother, Karmella, a Holocaust survivor, Joel shares his reflections on maintaining humanity and ethics while covering tragic events like the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. Later Joel talks about an interesting conversation he had with Carol Baskin during the height of Tiger King and they explore the possibility of applying Nina's investigative skillset to examine claims of alien life.  Subscribe to Storic True Crime now! https://www.youtube.com/@storictruecrime About Siren: Tune in each week as Nina gets first-hand accounts from psychological experts, operatives, criminal informants, and actual victims of the crimes she investigates. About Nina: Nina Hobson is a former UK police detective. After leaving the force, she launched her own investigation firm that has since become a global operation. Her team is made up of former Secret Service, special forces, and ex-criminals turned informants. She’s also a single mother of two, to two members of her team, her son Harrison and daughter Amie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Nina is joined by Joel Waldman, Emmy Award-winning former network news correspondent and host of Surviving the Survivor podcast. Joel shares his experience as the first producer hired at MSNBC and how that eventually led to him becoming a reporter. They discuss how social media has democratized the way the public views criminal cases and how the Dan Markel murder case changed the focus of his podcast.  They also take a critical look at the role of media in high-profile cases like the Menendez brothers and the O.J. Simpson case. Finally they delve into the troubling case of Ellen Greenberg, unearthing the corruption in Philadelphia and showcasing how media can spotlight mishandled cases. Subscribe to Storic True Crime now! https://www.youtube.com/@storictruecrime About Siren: Tune in each week as Nina gets first-hand accounts from psychological experts, operatives, criminal informants, and actual victims of the crimes she investigates. About Nina: Nina Hobson is a former UK police detective. After leaving the force, she launched her own investigation firm that has since become a global operation. Her team is made up of former Secret Service, special forces, and ex-criminals turned informants. She’s also a single mother of two, to two members of her team, her son Harrison and daughter Amie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Nina is joined by Raj Sharma, comedian and true crime superfan. They explore the many scenarios where humor is used as a defense mechanism to stay well in the face of adversity. Raj explains how he began using humor at a young age when disarming bullies, making friends, and navigating the cultural nuances of being the only Indian family in a Texan neighborhood. They also discuss the many instances in Nina's career where humor was a necessary defense mechanism in dealing with her phobia of dead bodies or being assaulted while delivering a death notification.  Subscribe to Storic True Crime now! https://www.youtube.com/@storictruecrime About Siren: Tune in each week as Nina gets first-hand accounts from psychological experts, operatives, criminal informants, and actual victims of the crimes she investigates. About Nina: Nina Hobson is a former UK police detective. After leaving the force, she launched her own investigation firm that has since become a global operation. Her team is made up of former Secret Service, special forces, and ex-criminals turned informants. She’s also a single mother of two, to two members of her team, her son Harrison and daughter Amie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nina talks to her producer Adam about her recent trip back to her hometown of Melton Mobray in Leicestershire, England. She recounts her experience of being held hostage while on duty and how she managed to keep the perpetrator calm while waiting for backup to arrive. They also discuss the gang-like violence she witnessed in her experience policing soccer hooligans in the 90s. Finally, she reflects on a violent incident that left her in the hospital and the importance of adrenaline in high-pressure situations.  Subscribe to Storic True Crime now! https://www.youtube.com/@storictruecrime About Siren: Tune in each week as Nina gets first-hand accounts from psychological experts, operatives, criminal informants, and actual victims of the crimes she investigates. About Nina: Nina Hobson is a former UK police detective. After leaving the force, she launched her own investigation firm that has since become a global operation. Her team is made up of former Secret Service, special forces, and ex-criminals turned informants. She’s also a single mother of two, to two members of her team, her son Harrison and daughter Amie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nina shares some of her experiences working as a detective back in the UK, with her producer Adam. They discuss making death notifications to family’s of victims and the important yet often overlooked, role of victim liaison officers in providing support to grieving families and gathering essential information for investigations. They also discuss the range of reactions people can have to such tragic news, and the delicate balance between offering compassion and solving the crime. The conversation also touches on the complexities of informing family members who might be potential suspects, and how detectives navigate these difficult situations. Later they discuss the challenges that detectives face in maintaining a work-life balance. Nina opens up about her struggles as a single mother in law enforcement and the impact of being on call 24/7. They delve into the hardships faced by detectives in juggling their personal and professional lives, and the changes being made to better support women in this field. Subscribe to Storic True Crime now! https://www.youtube.com/@storictruecrime About Siren: Tune in each week as Nina gets first-hand accounts from psychological experts, operatives, criminal informants, and actual victims of the crimes she investigates. About Nina: Nina Hobson is a former UK police detective. After leaving the force, she launched her own investigation firm that has since become a global operation. Her team is made up of former Secret Service, special forces, and ex-criminals turned informants. She’s also a single mother of two, to two members of her team, her son Harrison and daughter Amie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Nina is joined by Chris, a former career criminal. They discuss their personal issues with the state of law enforcement and why the public agrees there is a need for change. Chris shares a personal story of how police falsified evidence to frame someone for a crime he committed. Later they discuss how technological advancements in law enforcement have forced criminals to adapt and in some cases leave the criminal lifestyle completely.  Subscribe to Storic True Crime now! https://www.youtube.com/@storictruecrime About Siren: Tune in each week as Nina gets first-hand accounts from psychological experts, operatives, criminal informants, and actual victims of the crimes she investigates. About Nina: Nina Hobson is a former UK police detective. After leaving the force, she launched her own investigation firm that has since become a global operation. Her team is made up of former Secret Service, special forces, and ex-criminals turned informants. She’s also a single mother of two, to two members of her team, her son Harrison and daughter Amie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode Nina explores the shocking story of Nigel, an English businessman who fell victim to a large-scale con orchestrated by Don Nissanka, a career criminal masquerading as a legitimate entrepreneur. Listen in as Nigel shares how he was groomed by Nissanka to put up money as collateral for a groundbreaking project, only to find out that he had been deceived by an expert in psychological manipulation.  As Nina continues to investigate this ongoing case, she uncovers the various tactics and schemes used by Nissanka to manipulate Nigel and maintain the facade of a successful businessman. From creating fake companies and addresses to using his own daughter's frequent flyer account on Nigel's dime, we reveal the depths of deception and the lengths Nissanka was willing to go to keep up appearances.  Subscribe to Storic True Crime now! https://www.youtube.com/@storictruecrime About Siren: Tune in each week as Nina gets first-hand accounts from psychological experts, operatives, criminal informants, and actual victims of the crimes she investigates. About Nina: Nina Hobson is a former UK police detective. After leaving the force, she launched her own investigation firm that has since become a global operation. Her team is made up of former Secret Service, special forces, and ex-criminals turned informants. She’s also a single mother of two, to two members of her team, her son Harrison and daughter Amie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final chapter of Nina's conversation with Linn Vante Broughton, they discuss the time that Linn and Ole Christian spent together as he prepared to turn himself in. From their days spent barbecuing and watching movies, to the heart-pounding chaos of carrying guns and being followed, Linn explains how life on the run with a wanted fugitive was never dull. Finally, Linn takes us though the final days of Ole Christian's life and how the circumstances of his mysterious death led her to question the police investigation.  Subscribe to Storic True Crime now! https://www.youtube.com/@storictruecrime About Siren: Tune in each week as Nina gets first-hand accounts from psychological experts, operatives, criminal informants, and actual victims of the crimes she investigates. About Nina: Nina Hobson is a former UK police detective. After leaving the force, she launched her own investigation firm that has since become a global operation. Her team is made up of former Secret Service, special forces, and ex-criminals turned informants. She’s also a single mother of two, to two members of her team, her son Harrison and daughter Amie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.