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28/10/2026

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22/10/2026

Podcast – New Episode: Part 2 of our exclusive interview with Professor Raymond Bull is officially LIVE on Detective Diaries.
Following our deep dive into the evolutionary shift away from high-pressure interrogations, the world-renowned pioneer of forensic psychology and Professor of Criminal Investigation at the University of Derby returns to the microphone.
In this final instalment, host Harry Watts and Professor Bull unpack the psychological framework behind modern, truth-seeking methods.
What we cover in this episode:
• 🧠 The Mechanics of PEACE: How top investigators use rapport-based investigative interviewing to extract the ground truth without mind games or coercion.
• 🎯 Spotting the Nuance: How psychological principles apply differently when interviewing suspects versus victims and vulnerable witnesses.
• 🛑 Breaking the Cycle: The real-world impact of replacing flawed "common sense" practices with science-backed, ethical communication.
Don't miss the conclusion to this masterclass in forensic psychology.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0RL1CtI4mDgTIovsKAERqo?si=ecea004bbfe442cd

Detective Diaries · Episode

22/10/2026

Episode SummaryIn this highly anticipated follow-up episode of Detective Diaries, host Harry Watts welcomes back world-renowned forensic psychologist Professor Raymond Bull, Professor of Criminal Investigation at the University of Derby.
Building on our initial masterclass regarding the science of getting the truth, we dive deeper into the real-world mechanics of ethical investigative interviewing. This episode explores the psychological strain of deception, how modern investigators apply strategic evidence disclosure, and why the global evolution of the PEACE Method continues to replace outdated, high-pressure interrogation tactics.
Listen to Part 1 at
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6phRCdXvOMm5cIXnPU4Kz0?si=0978381b49224cad
Key Topics Discussed

The Psychological Architecture of Deception: Professor Bull breaks down why lying requires significantly more cognitive energy than telling the truth, and how modern investigators leverage this imbalance.
Strategic Use of Evidence (SUE): A deep dive into the art of information disclosure. Learn why gradually revealing evidence—rather than laying cards on the table immediately—forces deceptive suspects into tactical errors.
The Global Expansion of the PEACE Method: How the five-step framework (Preparation, Engage, Account, Closure, Evaluate) has evolved to meet complex international legal standards and modernize police science.
Protecting the Most Vulnerable: A closer look at the creation of the UK's "Achieving Best Evidence" guidance, designed to protect and safely extract reliable testimonies from children and vulnerable witnesses without causing trauma.

Featured Guest

Professor Raymond Bull – Professor of Criminal Investigation at the University of Derby and co-pioneer of the revolutionary PEACE interviewing framework.

Resources & Links

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21/10/2026

Answers Investigation use decades of experience, specialist databases, and lawful physical inquiries to trace and locate missing persons, estranged family members, and debtors

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15/10/2026

Podcast: Darias Detective Diary Episode 4.
What does corporate surveillance look like when a private eye trades their spy gear for international field operations?
In Daria’s Detective Diary from the Detective Diaries podcast series criminology student and PI intern Daria Simpson-Dernovaya breaks down the high-stakes world of modern investigative operations.
📦 Inside the Episode:
• Surveillance Reality vs. Fiction: The exact mechanics of mobile tracking, mapping, and gathering legally admissible forensic evidence under strict UK regulatory frameworks.
• Investigative Logistics in Action: How professional intelligence-gathering, risk assessments, and resourcefulness are applied directly to navigating complex international supply lines and cross-border fundraising efforts.

🎧 Listen Now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7lXX5gAmRBeip43kmBrOTm?si=c128457e1faa49fe

Detective Diaries · Episode

14/10/2026

Podcast Show Notes: Detective Diaries
Episode Title: Private Detective Intern – Daria's Detective Diary (Episode 4)
In this episode of Daria's Detective Diary—the fourth instalment within the Detective Diaries series by Answers Investigation—University of Bath criminology student and private investigator intern Daria Simpson-Dernovaya returns to lift the veil on high-stakes corporate and private detection. Moving past Hollywood filters and lone-wolf stereotypes, Daria shares an insider’s perspective on how complex academic criminology theory directly bridges the gap with raw, real-world field reality.
Daria details the immense precision and meticulous planning required for covert operations, walking listeners through the fascinating, high-stakes dual worlds of digital and physical forensic investigation under strict UK regulatory frameworks.
Key Takeaways from This Episode:

The Mechanics of Covert Surveillance: Why static and mobile surveillance require hours of extreme patience paired with split-second decision-making.
Forensic Reality vs Fiction: How the team at Answers Investigation handles forensic fingerprinting and data retrieval within strict UK regulatory frameworks.
The Criminology Edge: How understanding criminal psychology and data protection law directly translates to building airtight cases for corporate and private clients.

Participants: Daria Simpson-Dernovoya,
Learn more by visiting https://www.private-detectives.co.uk/
To contact us email [email protected]
Other episodes:
Episode 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1K4WQ5HQacs50Z7pWTimmA?si=c0b5c051a33e4dee
Episode 2:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0CxPMIk0c4SXRvq5JISrOk?si=613f9bd9903e4a22
Episode 3:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/426wqW9SYO1GEyP7mlc2bd?si=3ebe480cdf084d5f
Tel: +44 207 158 0332
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12/10/2026

PODCAST: Step into the enigmatic world of Italy’s greatest detective in this episode of Detective Diaries
In this instalment, host Nigel Parsons takes us on a journey through the jaw-dropping life of Giuseppe Dosi — celebrated as the "Italian Sherlock Holmes" and a true "artist detective".
Known for his legendary mastery of disguise ("fregolismo detectivistico"), Dosi would fully construct entire identities, voices, and background stories to infiltrate political conspiracies and crack the thorniest of crimes. But standing for absolute truth in a heavily charged political environment came with a devastating personal cost.
🕵️‍♂️ In this episode, you’ll discover:
• The secrets behind Dosi's theatrical undercover techniques.
• How he went undercover to investigate the mysterious "fall" of a famous poet.
• His courageous stand against corruption, his subsequent dramatic fall from grace, and his ultimate redemption.
Unravel the secrets where the truth is always just a clue away.
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https://open.spotify.com/episode/5kUqdCR44bXE7OPySaDQgG?si=55bfdc8461544337

Detective Diaries · Episode

11/10/2026

🕵️‍♂️ High-Altitude Investigations: No case is too cold for Answers Investigation.
From the luxury chalets of St. Moritz to the remote valleys of Zermatt, our private investigators operate across the Swiss Alps to uncover the truth. In a region where privacy is fiercely guarded, navigating complex international jurisdictions, asset tracking, and corporate surveillance requires a unique set of skills.
Whether it is background checks on high-net-worth individuals, tracing hidden assets across Alpine banks, or conducting sensitive corporate intelligence, our team combines elite local knowledge with absolute discretion.
The thin air won't stop us from finding the facts. When you need clarity in the mountains, you need Answers Investigation.
Get in touch today to discuss your international case with complete confidentiality.

https://www.private-detectives.co.uk/services/switzerlandalps.htm
Tel: 020 7158 0332 [ Int’l: +44 207 158 0332 ]

09/10/2026

The rogue turned gamekeeper returns. 🕵️‍♂️🇫🇷
Part 2 Podcast of the incredible story of Eugène-François Vidocq is officially live on Detective Diaries
After surviving the chaos of the French Revolution, masterminding legendary prison breaks, and orchestrating a deal with the Paris police, Vidocq takes his final, world-changing step. In this second half of his gripping journey, we explore how he founded the Brigade de Sûreté—the world's very first plainclothes detective agency—and eventually established the first known private detective agency, the Bureau des Renseignements.
From pioneering early forensics and ballistic tracking to compiling thousands of criminal index cards, find out how an ex-con became the "Father of Modern Criminology" and inspired literary legends like Victor Hugo’s Inspector Javert and Jean Val Jean


https://open.spotify.com/episode/0d5ki7bYXnkw0cPEyavNR3?si=222b1633a0ae4a45

Detective Diaries · Episode

29/09/2026

Digital vs. Analogue—which side wins when it comes to cracking the case? 🕵️‍♂️
In the latest episode of Detective Diaries by Answers Investigation, we are diving deep into the ultimate investigative showdown: modern digital forensics versus classic, boots-on-the-ground analogue detective work.
From tracing hidden cyber trails and scraping data to the undeniable power of physical surveillance, human intuition, and looking a suspect in the eye—we break down how both worlds collide to solve the modern mysteries of today.
Is traditional detective work dead, or is tech just a tool for the real minds behind the badge?
🎧 Listen to the full episode now to find out where you stand on the debate!
👇 What do you think is more powerful in an investigation: a hard drive or human instinct? Let us know in the comments!

Discussion on Digital Investigation versus Analogue Investigation podcast