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Lurkers12. Sydney Sutherland (Part 2): The App That Told the TruthPART 2 OF 2A dot on a map doesn’t cry. It doesn’t panic. It just… stops.In Part 2, investigators pull location history from a family safety app, Life360, and the case pivots. A route becomes a record. A stop becomes a timestamp. And a timeline becomes something you can’t argue with.We follow the coordinates into a field, track the evidence from the road to the courtroom, and unpack how the same tools that can hide a predator online can also become the witness that brings justice.Hosted by Frank Ba...
2026-02-1228 min
Lurkers11. Sydney Sutherland (Part 1): The Road She TrustedPART 1 OF 2A quiet farm road. A familiar running route. Then she disappears.In northeast Arkansas, 24-year-old nurse Sydney Sutherland leaves for an afternoon run and vanishes within minutes. Her family, her boyfriend, and an entire community flood the backroads with flashlights and four-wheelers, calling her name into fields that don’t answer. But the usual tools, phone pings, tower data, don’t cooperate out here.In Part 1, we rebuild Sydney’s last day step by step, and follow the first digital threads: a Snapchat, a phone that goes silent, and a search that s...
2026-02-1119 min
Lurkers10. Huione Romance Crypto Scam: Get Coached into a Zero BalanceFour people on three continents are coached from chat apps into fake exchanges and “profits” in USDT they can never withdraw. A grandfather in North Carolina, a professional in Los Angeles, a single mother in Sydney, and a victim in Hong Kong follow the same script. Behind those messages is Sara, trafficked to a Myanmar compound and forced to run the chats. We map the playbook from wrong-number openers and LinkedIn mentors to dashboards that show gains and the taxes and fees wall that traps withdrawals.Hosted by Frank Battiston. Produced by Daniel Urdanivia. A PowerTale Podcasts prod...
2026-01-2820 min
Lurkers9. The Instagram Ticket Scam: When Your Profile Sells Without YouHer followers trusted her name. Then her page started selling tickets she never posted. Overnight the grid fills with urgent drops and countdowns; DMs flood with “is this you?” and “where are my seats.” Locked out and stuck in support loops, she watches her brand used against her audience. We trace how the takeover worked, where the money went, and the steps to get her account and followers' trust back.Hosted by Frank Battiston. Produced by Daniel Urdanivia. A PowerTale Podcasts production.Stay Aware · Stay Present · Stay Safe.—Follow LURKERS:Instagram...
2026-01-1417 min
Lurkers8. Patricia Alatorre: When Social Media Masks the DevilPatricia Alatorre was a Bakersfield teenager who wanted to be seen. It began with compliments in DMs and shifted to secrecy, urgency, and late-night plans. When Patricia went missing, her family and a city searched while detectives traced messages, locations, and cameras. This episode follows the timeline step by step—from first contact to the hours that triggered the search—and shows how grooming moves from attention to control, and how investigators pulled the thread that led to answers.Hosted by Frank Battiston. Produced by Daniel Urdanivia. A PowerTale Podcasts production.Stay Aware · Stay Present · Stay S...
2025-12-3017 min
Lurkers7. The Deepfake Deception: When Love Is Not RealA video call feels right. A voice sounds right. A profile pulls pieces from real people to make something that never existed. We follow how a deepfake relationship forms, how pressure normalizes, and the emotional and financial fallout when the seams show.Hosted by Frank Battiston. Produced by Daniel Urdanivia. A PowerTale Podcasts production.Stay Aware · Stay Present · Stay Safe.—Follow LURKERS:Instagram: @thelurkers_podcastTikTok: @thelurkerspodcastYouTube: @TheLurkersPodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/thelurkerspodcast/donations
2025-12-1720 min
Lurkers6. Cari Farver (Part 2): The Truth Behind the MessagesThe messages would not stop. In Part 2, investigators test accounts and devices and read the data behind years of activity. Logins, IPs, Wi-Fi associations, EXIF timestamps, and deleted files begin to align. Step by step, digital forensics reveal how an online presence was fabricated and how the harassment was orchestrated. The trail points to someone very close to home and brings resolution to a case built on access, identity, and persistence in Omaha and Council Bluffs.Hosted by Frank Battiston. Produced by Daniel Urdanivia. A PowerTale Podcasts production.Stay Aware · Stay Present · Stay Safe....
2025-12-0324 min
Lurkers5. Cari Farver (Part 1): Messages from a Stalker Who Wasn’t ThereA relationship ends and an avalanche of messages begins. This first part follows the disappearance of Cari Farver, the early theories, and the widening trail across accounts, devices, and locations in and around Omaha and Council Bluffs. The story examines how identity can be forged online and how harassment persists when a digital presence will not stop.Hosted by Frank Battiston. Produced by Daniel Urdanivia. A PowerTale Podcasts production.Stay Aware · Stay Present · Stay Safe.—Follow LURKERS:Instagram: @thelurkers_podcastTikTok: @thelurkerspodcastYouTube: @TheLurkersPodcast...
2025-12-0322 min
Lurkers4. The BM Boys: Inside a Sextortion PipelineA friendly DM becomes pressure, then demands, then threats. This episode shows how a sextortion ring builds leverage from a single message, multiplies fear with screenshots and deadlines, and uses payment apps to keep victims silent. We center victim recovery and the choices that help people take control back.Hosted by Frank Battiston. Produced by Daniel Urdanivia. A PowerTale Podcasts production.Stay Aware · Stay Present · Stay Safe.—Follow LURKERS:Instagram: @thelurkers_podcastTikTok: @thelurkerspodcastYouTube: @TheLurkersPodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/th...
2025-11-1924 min
Lurkers3. Bianca Devins: When a tragedy turned into contentBianca Devins’ name became a headline after images of her violent murder spread online. This episode focuses on the person behind the posts, the escalation that led to tragedy, and how platforms, press, and strangers responded in real time. We examine how attention and algorithms amplified harm, the grief for her family, and the trust of an entire community.Hosted by Frank Battiston. Produced by Daniel Urdanivia. A PowerTale Podcasts production.Stay Aware · Stay Present · Stay Safe.—Follow LURKERS:Instagram: @thelurkers_podcastTikTok: @thelurkerspodcastYouTube: @TheLur...
2025-11-0627 min
Lurkers2. Mackenzie Lueck: The Meeting That Never Reached DaylightA late flight, a Lyft to Hatch Park, an online meetup... then silence.After a late flight into Salt Lake City, Mackenzie Lueck messages that she has landed and takes a Lyft to Hatch Park in North Salt Lake to meet someone she knew online. Minutes after the drop-off, her phone activity stops.This episode reconstructs the overnight timeline—texts, rideshare data, airport and neighborhood cameras—and follows detectives as they trace an online connection to Ayoola Ajayi. We cover the search, the purchase records, the backyard burn that drew attention, and the evidence that led...
2025-11-0613 min
Lurkers1. The Tagged Serial Killer: How a social feed helped catch a predatorA survivor speaks, and the friends of a missing woman refuse to let the trail go cold.This episode follows a verified New Jersey case where posts, check ins, and dating-app activity form a pattern. The friends of Sarah Butler screenshot profiles, match usernames, compare places and times, and pass everything to detectives. Alongside survivor Tiffany Taylor's account, a community effort turns a social feed into evidence and helps expose Khalil Wheeler-Weaver. The sound places you beside the late-night phones and the moments when the clues line up.Hosted by Frank Battiston. Produced by Daniel...
2025-11-0628 min
LurkersTrailer - Welcome to LurkersReal cases that start online and end in the real world, told with immersive sound and empathy.Welcome to Lurkers. This brief preview explains what the show is and how we tell these stories. We follow verified cases that begin on phones and feeds and then move into everyday life. Expect careful research, scene by scene sound, and a clear warning about the risks hiding in everyday clicks. Season 1 begins on November 6, 2025 with three full episodes, then new cases every two weeks. Follow on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so you do not miss the first drop.
2025-11-0401 min
Unleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesStorytelling Secrets from Zuzy Martin: Making Your Brand UnforgettableZuzy Martin shares her expertise in creating videos that captivate and inspire audiences. Learn her approach to storytelling, tips on engaging content, and strategies to elevate your brand’s storytelling through high-quality videos.Listeners will learn:How to craft captivating narratives for videoMethods for creating deeply engaging video contentTechniques to elevate brand storytelling and audience connectionLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zuzelin/
2025-04-0137 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesFuture-Proof Your Video Strategy: AI Tools & Techniques with Amer TadayonJoin Amer Tadayon, founder of LuciHub, as he uncovers how AI-driven video technologies can streamline content creation, optimize workflows, and enhance your marketing impact. Get actionable insights into leveraging AI to stay ahead in the evolving digital landscape.Listeners will learn:How AI is revolutionizing video marketing and productionTools and techniques for integrating AI into your video workflowsWays to optimize and scale content creation using automationLinks:Website: http://www.lucihub.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucihub.ai/LuciHub LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lucihub/posts/?feedView...
2025-04-0131 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesVideos That Envy: Turning Emotion Into Actionable Engagement with Mike VannelliMike Vannelli, founder of Envy Creative, explores the importance of emotional intelligence in video marketing. Discover how tapping into viewer emotions can significantly enhance your content’s impact and drive measurable results.Listeners will learn:The importance of emotional intelligence in video contentPractical techniques to evoke viewer emotions effectivelyStrategies to measure the emotional impact and success of videosLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikevannelli/Website: https://thinkenvy.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkenvy/
2025-04-0127 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesBuilding Community Through Video: Benjamin Shrader’s Creative BlueprintConcerts promoter and entrepreneur Benjamin Shrader discusses the art of authentic video content and how to harness the power of storytelling to build genuine connections. Learn techniques for infusing personality into your brand’s videos, fostering community, and creating memorable content.Listeners will learn:Techniques for authentic storytelling through videoStrategies to build and nurture community with video contentMethods to infuse personality effectively into brand videosLinks:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjamin_shrader/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-shrader-a852a0152/Website: https://theshradernation.com/
2025-04-0136 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesUnlock LinkedIn Leads: How to Generate Clients Using Video with Justin VajkoJustin Vajko, video marketing expert and founder of Dialog, reveals how to effectively leverage LinkedIn videos to generate consistent leads. Discover practical tips for crafting engaging video content and Justin’s proven strategies for maximizing LinkedIn's unique potential.Listeners will learn:Effective video marketing tactics specific to LinkedInTips for creating engaging videos that drive lead generationJustin’s proven methods for converting LinkedIn connections into clientsLinks:LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/justinvajkoFree LinkedIn Video Course: http://www.dialogwith.us/introDialog Video Examples & Pricing: http://www.dialogwith.us
2025-04-0125 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesDemystifying Video Costs: Maximizing Your Corporate Video ROI with Robert WeissDive into video marketing insights with Robert Weiss, president of MultiVision Digital. Robert breaks down the real costs of corporate video production, explains batch video production strategies for manufacturing and industrial sectors, and shares tips for optimizing your video's ROI.Listeners will learn:Understanding the real costs behind corporate video productionStrategies for batch producing videos effectivelyTechniques to maximize return on investment from video contentLinks:MultiVision Digital: https://multivisiondigital.com/ and https://multivisioncreative.comFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NYCOnlineVideoProduction?mibextid=wwXIfrLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertweissnycBusiness...
2025-04-0133 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesMaxwell Nee on Quiz Funnels, Video Marketing, and Finding Your Ideal ClientsIn this episode ofUnleashing Video Marketing for Businesses, Frank Battiston sits down with Maxwell Nee, co-founder of ScoreApp and a business strategist, to explore how quiz funnels and scorecard marketing can transform business growth. Maxwell shares his journey from corporate banking to entrepreneurship and offers practical advice on using interactive scorecards to convert video viewers into qualified leads.He emphasizes the importance of consistency, authenticity, and working with professionals to succeed in video marketing. Discover how data-driven decisions and innovative strategies can reduce risk and maximize ROI for small businesses and large enterprises alike.
2024-10-1635 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesPhil's Entrepreneurial Journey: Innovative Video Marketing & OTT Advertising StrategiesIn this episode ofUnleashing Video Marketing for Businesses, Frank Battiston chats with Phil Masiello, founder of Crunch Growth and a seasoned entrepreneur. From starting in the food business to building multiple successful brands, Phil shares his unique insights into marketing strategies that work, particularly for connected TV (OTT) ads.Phil explains how businesses can tap into OTT channels to increase engagement, why humor and entertainment outperform traditional messaging, and how data-driven strategies can ensure ad dollars are well spent. Whether you’re a small business or a growing brand, Phil offers practical advice on navigating the world of...
2024-10-1651 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesSix Steps to a Perfect Video ShootIn this special solo episode of Unleashing Video Marketing for Businesses, Frank Battiston, founder of PowerTale Productions, shares key lessons learned from years of working with clients on video projects. Frank dives into the six most common pitfalls businesses encounter when working with video production companies and offers actionable strategies to avoid them. Whether you’re planning a corporate video, a product commercial, or a promotional campaign, this episode will provide you with practical tips to ensure smooth collaboration, effective communication, and successful outcomes.
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Setting Clear Goals: How to align ob...
2024-10-1658 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesAuthenticity & Strategy: Wayne Mullins on Video Marketing and Building Winning TeamsIn this episode ofUnleashing Video Marketing for Businesses, Frank Battiston sits down with Wayne Mullins, the founder of Ugly Mug Marketing. Wayne shares his journey from Alexandria, Louisiana, to building a globally recognized agency, working with Fortune 100 companies and bestselling authors. He dives deep into the importance of building high-performance teams, authentic communication, and strategic marketing that generates real results.Wayne emphasizes how authenticity is key in the evolving video marketing landscape and discusses how businesses can align video strategies with purpose and audience needs. He also unpacks the essential role of trust, explicit communication, and leadership...
2024-10-1646 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesAuthentic Storytelling & Marketing Strategies for Startups with Amy ZwagermanIn this insightful episode ofUnleashing Video Marketing for Businesses, host Frank Battiston sits down with Amy Zwagerman, founder of The Launch Box and fractional CMO. Amy shares her journey from working in corporate marketing with Fortune 500 companies to helping startups and small businesses find their voice. She dives deep into the importance of brand authenticity, the power of purposeful storytelling, and how small businesses can evolve their video strategies to make meaningful connections.Listeners will learn:Brand Storytelling: How to align brand stories with core values and customer needs;Authenticity...
2024-10-1643 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesMastering Video Marketing: Organic vs. Paid Strategies, Storytelling & Brand SuccessJoin us in this enlightening episode of "Unleashing Video Marketing for Businesses," as we sit down with marketing mavens, Melissa Gutierrez and Santiago Valencia. With a combined expertise that spans over a decade, Melissa and Santiago dive deep into the nuanced world of video marketing. This episode is a treasure trove for business owners and marketers alike, exploring the dynamic interplay between paid and organic strategies to skyrocket brand visibility and engagement.Discover from Melissa, a seasoned producer and marketer, the secrets behind leveraging creative video content to captivate and convert audiences. Santiago, on the other hand...
2024-04-2633 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesMastering Funnels for Small Business Growth: Video Marketing StrategiesJoin us in this insightful episode as Akelia, a seasoned digital marketing expert, dives deep into the world of Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn ads. Learn about the power of funnels and how to effectively use video marketing to transform your outreach. Akelia shares her journey from social media management to coaching, offering actionable tips for both B2B and B2C strategies. Whether you're a budding marketer or a seasoned entrepreneur, this discussion will equip you with the tools to enhance your digital marketing tactics and drive your business forward. Don't miss out on learning how to leverage video...
2024-04-1836 minUnleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesTrailerUnleash the power of video marketing in today's digital landscape with our upcoming trailer episode. Discover how brands harness the potential of video content to captivate and engage audiences across multiple platforms including social media, websites, and email campaigns. Learn about compelling storytelling techniques, product showcases, and service explanations that enhance brand visibility and audience engagement. Witness how visually appealing and easily digestible video content can boost conversion rates and improve SEO rankings. Stay ahead in the era of rising video content consumption with our insightful video marketing strategies.
2024-04-1300 min
Unleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesMastering Storytelling: Elevate Your Business with Video MarketingIn this electrifying episode ofUnleashing Video Marketing for Businesses, host Frank Battiston (@frank.battiston) welcomes a special guest, Billy Sanez (@billysanez), the dynamic Director of Global Marketing at SpotSee. Dive into an insightful conversation that bridges years of camaraderie and unravels the secrets behind effectively utilizing video in your marketing strategy. Whether you're navigating the complexities of marketing for the first time or looking to inject new life into your campaigns, Billy brings a treasure trove of wisdom, from his humble beginnings in a family flower shop to leading global marketing initiatives.Discover the misconceptions that hold...
2024-04-1335 min
Unleashing Video Marketing For BusinessesFrank Battiston: From Cinematic Dreams to Marketing RealitiesThe episode dives at Frank Battiston's journey from a passionate filmmaker who was inspired by the emotional depth of American cinema to a video marketing pioneer. It delves into his perspectives on the transforming impact of video content in business, emphasizing emotive storytelling, efficiency, and strategic marketing to attract consumers. Frank discusses his experience making effective, result-driven videos, as well as the value of educational content in building trust and authority. His story demonstrates the evolution of marketing through the lens of personal development and innovation.
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2024-04-1316 min
The Secure World Foundation PodcastSpace Weather as a Global Challenge 2017Recorded in Washington DC, on May 18, 2017. The Embassy of Italy, the U.S. Department of State, and Secure World Foundation held a discussion on space weather as a global challenge with a focus on research, operations and preparedness. This event updated the international community on progress made toward implementing the U.S. National Space Weather Strategy and advances in Italy, Europe, and beyond. Featuring space-weather experts from across the world, the morning's three panels focused on space weather research and observations, space weather services, and industry perspectives. Following lunch, the participants gathered for technical discussions a...
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