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Have A Seat with Chris Hansen

Chris Hansen
To Catch a Predator
True Crime
Online Predators
Online Grooming
Predator Sting Operation
Sting Operations
Roberto Forte
Sexual Assault
Human Trafficking
Corye Blagg
Perverted Justice
Online Child Solicitation
Michael Burks
Andre Jackson
Josiah Walker
Sex Offender Registry
Grooming Tactics
Child Protection
Riverside County, California
Ellahzar Henson

Have A Seat with Chris Hansen is here—an all-new platform from America’s most relentless crime fighter. Every week, Hansen takes you back inside the stings that shocked the nation on Predators I’ve Caught—with never-before-heard details and new revelations. Then, pull up a chair for Have A Seat with Chris Hansen, his weekly in-depth interview series where the biggest names in law enforcement, just... more

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“I just came to meet a girl to have sex. I didn’t know she was underage!”

James Lee Peterson is a predator caught in a Marquette County, Michigan

investigation.  At the time of the sting, Peterson had been living in

Wallace, Michigan.  He had a son ... more

On this urgent, special episode of Have a Seat with Chris Hansen, Chris is joined by Eva Yan, mother of Thomas Medlin who’s been missing since January 9th.  15-year-old Thomas of Long Island was seen on CCTV footage at Grand Central Station at 5:30p ... more

On this special episode of Have a Seat with Chris Hansen, Chris and his former lead security officer Ron Knight take a trip down memory lane and reflect back on their years of catching potential predators together. From memorable men such as Rabbi Da... more

Come on, man! I didn’t see the text!”

Daryl Rudick is an alleged predator caught in a Blount County, Alabama investigation.  Rudick began communicating with a decoy posing as a fifteen-year-old girl. Before the decoy revealed her age, Rudick

request... more

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Russell Coleman
Attorney General of Kentucky, focusing on child protection and legal action against predators on platforms like Roblox.
State of Kentucky
Episode: Investigating Roblox: Playground for Predators? | Russel Coleman | Have A Seat ep. 21
Mark Barrett
A 40-year-old man posing as a private investigator and bail bondsman who was caught trying to engage with a minor online.
Episode: Mark Barrett
Juliette Bryant
Survivor of Jeffrey Epstein's human trafficking scheme
Episode: Epstein Survivor Reveals SHOCKING Details About Human Trafficking Experience
Feras Klisli
49-year-old Uber driver caught attempting to meet a minor
Episode: Feras Klisli
Stosh Gizinski
A roofing contractor who attempted to engage in sexual activities with a minor in an undercover sting operation.
Episode: Stosh Gizinski
Haley Robson
Survivor of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse and advocate for survivor rights
Episode: Trafficking Is a Global Epidemic: Epstein Survivors’ Warning | Haley Robson | Have A Seat Ep. 17
Marci Hamilton
Founder and Chief Visionary Officer at Child USA, legal expert on child abuse laws, lawyer, and professor at the University of Pennsylvania.
Child USA
Episode: Inside Epstein’s network: Why justice failed victims for decades | Marci Hamilton | Have A Seat Ep. 15
David Scott
A 70-year-old retired Toyota salesman arrested at a sting operation.
Episode: David Scott, "I was just coming for a visit!"
James Uthmeier
Attorney General of Florida
State of Florida
Episode: Roblox Facing Criminal Investigation! | Uthmeier | Have A Seat

Host

Chris Hansen
Host of a true crime podcast that offers an in-depth examination of predatory behavior and the complexities of the criminal justice system through interviews with experts and involved parties.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Other podcasts

    Stop giving me other podcasts. I followed this one not these other shows

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    amcx32
    United States13 days ago
  • Pathetic

    I enjoyed Chris Hansen’s work up until this podcast. How are you going to say Trump’s delay in releasing the file is because he’s embarrassed? No, tell it like it is and don’t be an apologist. He was a predator. The victims deserve to have ALL the information released.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ClassicCaps
    United Statesa month ago
  • Did u noticed on the episode with jittery Jordan?

    Hey Chris I’m Ashley I’m from Shreveport Louisiana I love watching your show I noticed even though it’s a old episode with Jittery Jorden did anyone besides me noticed that when u first walked in and u told him to take his hands out off his pockets and have a seat as he turns to have a seat he goes in his pocket and puts something in his mouth and when he goes to talk he he really couldn’t because he had something in his mouth and he took a drink of whatever he had in his hand and then he starte... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BYGGOPHYNE1
    United Statesa month ago
  • Very entertaining and insightful. Great way to remind children to be safe.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    j. angelo
    2 months ago
  • Im on my way to the beach while listening to this.

    This podcast is amazing. I’d love it again and again, it’s built good! I love Chris’s amazing and funny reactions while reading the transcripts, its so darkly humorous.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PatAndPatrick
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the mix of insightful interviews and serious subjects, often praising the host's ability to bring dark humor into a serious setting.
Many commend the transparency and depth of the discussions and the advocacy efforts presented during the episodes, especially regarding child safety and justice.
Some express frustration over perceived political shifts of the host or excessive advertising, which detracts from the content experience.

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#191
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#206
Sweden/True Crime

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Mark Barrett
Q: What did your investigation find about the victim's age in the chats?
Mark initially said no but later attempted to claim he was misled into thinking the girl was older.
Investigating Roblox: Playground for Predators? | Russel Coleman | Have A Seat ep. 21
Q: What does it see to you that Roblox does not allow law enforcement to conduct its investigations on its platform?
This raises concerns as Roblox is seen as a facilitator of grooming and unsafe interactions, calling for accountability from the platform.
Investigating Roblox: Playground for Predators? | Russel Coleman | Have A Seat ep. 21
Q: Have you seen these safety measures from Roblox? Do you believe that Roblox is doing enough?
Roblox's safety measures appear to be inadequate, as they often serve as 'happy talk' rather than substantial improvements to ensure child safety.
Investigating Roblox: Playground for Predators? | Russel Coleman | Have A Seat ep. 21
Q: What makes Roblox such a fertile territory for predators?
Roblox has 380 million monthly users, primarily children, making it a vast and easy target for predators due to its perceived safety and lack of stringent security measures.
Stosh Gizinski
Q: Do you think these guys are legitimate predators?
Hansen explains the majority are stone cold predators who have a fantasy, while some may be lonely individuals driven to odd choices due to their circumstances.

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What is Have A Seat about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A captivating exploration of the dark underbelly of crime, this series reveals shocking stories and offers insights into real-life predatory behavior and law enforcement's efforts to combat it. Featuring in-depth discussions with legal experts, victims' advocates, and other notable figures, each episode examines high-profile cases and ongoing investigative efforts, particularly those surrounding online predation and child safety. The show uniquely combines humor with serious topics, facilitating a broader understanding of societal issues regarding crime and justice for listeners who appreciate true crime narratives.

Listeners can expect to engage with riveting accounts of investigations while gaining knowledge about the psychological and l... more

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3. Juliette Bryant
4. Feras Klisli
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