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.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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