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