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HOD Seat

HOD Seat

Written by: Hodson PI LLC
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The "HOD Seat" is a groundbreaking podcast featuring Justin D. Hodson, a seasoned Certified Professional Investigator (CPI). The show explores the mysterious world of professional investigations, focusing on insurance defense investigations, legal case investigations, and more.

Hosted by Justin D. Hodson, the podcast combines insightful discussions, expert interviews, and case studies, offering both education and entertainment.

The show delves into insurance defense investigations, highlighting the crucial role private investigators play in uncovering fraud, gathering evidence, and ensuring fair outcomes for claimants and insurance providers. It also explores legal case investigations, showcasing the strategies investigators use to build strong legal cases, identify key witnesses, and maintain the chain of custody for critical evidence.

Designed for investigators, adjusters, and attorneys, the podcast provides actionable insights to enhance their skills and industry knowledge. Guests from the investigative, insurance, and legal sectors share their expertise, offering valuable perspectives and real-world experiences.

Through engaging storytelling and personal anecdotes, Justin D. Hodson humanizes the investigative profession, emphasizing the professionalism, ethics, and dedication behind every case.

The "HOD Seat" serves as a beacon of insight and inspiration, celebrating the crucial work of private investigators in insurance defense, legal investigations, and beyond.

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Episodes
  • HOD Seat ft. Jay Marin: Career Path, Experience & Growth in Private Investigations

    HOD Seat ft. Jay Marin: Career Path, Experience & Growth in Private Investigations
    Oct 16 2025

    🎙️ What does it take to build a successful career in private investigations?

    In this episode of The HOD Seat podcast, private investigator Justin Hodson interviews Jay Marin, owner of Specialized Investigation Consultants, to share expert insights on starting a private investigation business, taking on cases the right way, building and supporting a strong investigative team, scaling a PI agency, and staying ahead of the curve with AI tools for private investigators.

    Whether you're new to the industry or an experienced Private Investigator looking to grow your business, this episode offers practical strategies and real-world advice to help you thrive in the evolving world of private investigations.

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    31 mins
  • HOD Seat ft. Isaac Peck : Building a Stronger Private Investigation Firm with General Liability Insurance

    HOD Seat ft. Isaac Peck : Building a Stronger Private Investigation Firm with General Liability Insurance
    Sep 18 2025

    On this episode of HOD Seat, Justin Hodson interviews Isaac Peck, President of OREP Insurance and publisher of Working PI Magazine, a leading print and online publication that reaches more than 25,000 private investigators nationwide. Their conversation highlights the critical importance of professional liability and general liability insurance, examining the risks of operating without coverage and the potential consequences for both clients and investigators. Isaac offers practical guidance for new investigators, clears up common misconceptions about coverage, and outlines the essential policies every PI should have to safeguard their business. He also reflects on his career in the insurance industry, OREP’s commitment to supporting investigators, and how Working PI keeps professionals informed and connected. Justin discusses with Isaac how he scaled his firm into a multi-million-dollar enterprise and shares valuable insights for investigators looking to grow their own practices.

    Learn more about OREP and how they support the insurance needs of private investigators: https://orep.org/

    Stay informed with the latest private investigator news from Working PI Magazine: https://workingpimag.com/

    Follow Hodson P.I. on Social Media:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hodsonpi/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HodsonPI

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hodsonpi

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hodsonpi

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hodsonpi

    X: https://x.com/hodsonpi
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    20 mins
  • Sub-Series of Hod Pod - Coffee with the Boss - Justin Lloyd

    Sub-Series of Hod Pod - Coffee with the Boss - Justin Lloyd
    Apr 26 2024

    Welcome to "Coffee with the Boss," a captivating sub-series of the Hod Pod Podcast, where we dive into intimate, caffeine-fueled conversations with inspiring personalities and leaders from various fields.

    🌟 Episode Highlight: Featuring Justin Lloyd 🌟

    This time on "Coffee With the Boss", Justin Hodson takes a coffee break with Senior Case Manager II, Justin Lloyd. The two Justins chat about Justin Lloyd's role in Hodson PI and work life balance for fathers.

    Grab your favorite coffee, tune in, and get ready to be motivated!

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    12 mins
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