Join Jamie, your favorite private investigator, in this solo episode of the Sleuth podcast, as she welcomes the New Year 2025. In this engaging episode, Jamie reflects on changes in the world of private investigations, shares personal insights about work-life balance, budgeting, and the significance of background checks, and hints at a compelling multi-episode investigation involving a friend's mysterious case. Along the way, Jamie also talks about the lighter side of life with anecdotes on New Year resolutions, quirky ChatGPT interactions, and the challenges of remote work. Tune in for an episode filled with intriguing stories, practical tips, and a sneak peek into the everyday life of a private detective!

00:00 Welcome to the Sleuth Podcast

00:57 Podcasting Expertise and Studio Plug

01:33 New Year Resolutions and Dry January

04:22 Financial Goals and Dave Ramsey

10:05 Work-Life Balance and Reality TV

16:16 Chat GPT and Personal Assistants

19:36 Private Investigations in 2025

24:34 The Entrepreneur's Dilemma: Work vs. Leisure

25:28 AI in the Workplace: Friend or Foe?

26:26 The Reality of Remote Work and Fraud

33:10 Background Checks: Protecting Your Business

35:09 Elder Abuse and Online Dating Scams

41:55 Uncovering the Truth: Crazy Cases and Investigations

45:09 A Personal Mission: The Case of Bertran and Ophelia

55:27 Conclusion: Stay Curious, Stay Safe