Web Series Episodes

In-depth explorations of missing persons prevention, combining expert analysis with real-world case studies and actionable prevention strategies.

Season 1 • 9 Episodes
305+ Minutes of Content
Expert Commentary
Mental Health Integration

Season 1 Episodes

Comprehensive prevention strategies and case studies

Episode 1
32 min
Cybersecurity
1/15/2025S1E1

Digital Footprints: Understanding Online Threats

Explore how predators exploit social media platforms and gaming environments to target vulnerable individuals. Learn to recognize digital grooming patterns and protective strategies.

Digital SafetySocial MediaGrooming
Episode 2
28 min
Case Study
1/22/2025S1E2

The Sextortion Crisis: Recognition and Prevention

With NCMEC receiving nearly 100 daily reports of financial sextortion, understand the tactics, warning signs, and prevention strategies for this growing threat.

SextortionFinancial CrimesYouth Safety
Episode 3
25 min
Prevention
1/29/2025S1E3

Situational Awareness: The OODA Loop Method

Master the observe, orient, decide, and act framework for personal safety. Learn practical techniques for threat detection in everyday situations.

Personal SafetyAwarenessTraining
Episode 4
35 min
Technology
2/5/2025S1E4

Technology Tools: GPS Tracking and Safety Apps

Comprehensive review of personal safety technology, from smartphone apps to dedicated GPS trackers, with best practices and legal considerations.

GPS TrackingSafety AppsTechnology
Episode 5
30 min
Prevention
2/12/2025S1E5

Vulnerable Populations: Protecting Seniors and Special Needs

Specialized strategies for protecting individuals with dementia, developmental disabilities, and other vulnerabilities from wandering and exploitation.

SeniorsSpecial NeedsWandering
Episode 6
40 min
Law Enforcement
2/19/2025S1E6

Law Enforcement Response: Best Practices and Protocols

Expert insights into effective missing persons investigations, inter-agency coordination, and the role of federal resources like CARD teams.

InvestigationLaw EnforcementProtocols
Episode 7
35 min
Mental Health
2/26/2025S1E7

Mental Health Crisis Intervention: The Thoughtful.fit Partnership

Exploring our partnership with Thoughtful.fit to provide immediate mental health crisis intervention and long-term trauma recovery support for families.

Mental HealthCrisis InterventionTrauma Recovery
Episode 8
42 min
Mental Health
3/5/2025S1E8

Trauma-Informed Investigation: Supporting Families Through the Process

How law enforcement and mental health professionals work together to support families while conducting thorough missing persons investigations.

Trauma-Informed CareFamily SupportInvestigation
Episode 9
38 min
Mental Health
3/12/2025S1E9

Recovery and Resilience: Post-Case Mental Health Support

Addressing the long-term mental health needs of families after missing persons cases, whether resolved positively or not, with Thoughtful.fit experts.

Post-Case SupportResilienceLong-term Recovery

Coming Soon: Season 2

Season 2 will dive deeper into international cases, advanced investigative techniques, and emerging digital threats in missing persons cases.

International Cases

Cross-border investigations and global cooperation

AI & Technology

Emerging threats from artificial intelligence

Cold Case Solutions

How modern tech solves decades-old cases