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Have A Seat with Chris Hansen

Chris Hansen
To Catch A Predator
Child Exploitation
Roblox
True Crime
Perverted Justice
Predator Investigations
Online Predators
Online Grooming
Law Enforcement
Predators
True Blue
Human Trafficking
Child Pornography
Florida
Online Predation
Sexual Assault
Predators I've Caught
Polk County
Child Predators
Predatory Behavior

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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Recent Guests

Bharat Baichan
Person implicated in the Polk County sting case
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Episode: "I was gonna check her I.D."
Titania Jordan
Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Parenting Officer at Bark Technologies
Bark Technologies
Episode: You Can’t Outsource Your Child’s Safety | Titania Jordan | Have A Seat
Jayden Posen
Survivor of nightclub exploitation and advocate against trafficking
Independent activist and survivor
Episode: A New Form of Human Trafficking Is Happening in Nightclubs | Jayden Posen | Have A Seat
Michael Rhodes
Predator featured in the sting case
Livingston Parish case subject
Episode: "I Don't Know Who That Is"
Aaron Spencer
A survivor, father, and candidate for sheriff
Independent local resident / candidate for sheriff in Lono County
Episode: He Was Charged With Murder After Confronting His Daughter’s Abuser | Aaron Spencer | Have A Seat
Matthew Mahl
Lieutenant with the DC Metropolitan Police Department, involved in the sting operation
Washington, DC Metropolitan Police Department
Episode: The Lieutenant
Bryant Moreland
EDP445 subject featured in Mike Klum's documentary, Have A Seat interview
Self / EDP445
Episode: Face-to-Face with EDP445 | Bryant Moreland | Have A Seat
Mike Clum
Filmmaker and director of The Sick Mind of EDP445
Clum Creative
Episode: EDP445 Documentary: An Inside Look With Mike Clum | Have A Seat
Willie Brown
Former mayor of San Francisco; longtime California politician
Various California political offices; former Speaker of the California Assembly
Episode: Willie Brown: New York Is Proof Socialism Doesn't Work | Have A Seat

Host

Chris Hansen
Chris Hansen, host of Have A Seat with Chris Hansen and related series; known for investigative reporting on online predation and associated media projects

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • Dude is going off the rails with the MAGA shit. Losing his fucking mind.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    bnewtoncox
    2 months ago
  • What kind of pizza are we having tonight?

    I’m so pleased that Chris made this podcast. It’s my guilty pleasure hearing justice served and Chris’s commentary.

    Chris is doing the LORDs work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cyktic
    Australia2 months ago
  • Every bonus podcast

    Is there some way i can opt out of all this extra nonsense that i never subscribed to or asked for? I don’t care about any of it and don’t care to mark it as played everytime it pops up

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Clint Byers
    United States3 months ago
  • Very disappointed

    Way too MAGA. Sad, I was a longtime fan

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    idontknowY
    United States4 months ago
  • Too many freaking ads

    Too many freaking ads. Ridiculous.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jamestown2017
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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The host's investigative persona and direct approach are a draw for true-crime and policy-focused audiences.
Listener engagement is boosted by survivor testimonials and real-world outcomes, though some episodes feel heavily sponsor-supported.
Guests are high-caliber with impactful stories and strong policy angles.
The show blends hard-hitting investigations with accessible explanations of complex issues.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#122
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#167
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#232
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#42
Philippines/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#45
Israel/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#50
Indonesia/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"I Don't Know Who That Is"
Q: Parminder Jaswal asks about the predator's motivation and the general impact of the investigations.
Hansen explains that the goal is to deter predatory behavior by exposing online patterns and demonstrating real-world consequences, including arrest and lengthy prison time, while also highlighting the human cost to victims and families.
A New Form of Human Trafficking Is Happening in Nightclubs | Jayden Posen | Have A Seat
Q: What actions are you taking to hold venues and networks accountable?
She describes joining a mass survivor lawsuit, advocating for media attention, and proposing the Nightlife Safety and Accountability Act to tighten regulations and protect vulnerable patrons.
A New Form of Human Trafficking Is Happening in Nightclubs | Jayden Posen | Have A Seat
Q: What has been the response from authorities, and what challenges have you faced in seeking accountability?
She explains police ghosting and victim-blaming, inconsistent enforcement, and lengthy bail practices, which undermine justice and deter reporting by other survivors.
EDP445 Documentary: An Inside Look With Mike Clum | Have A Seat
Q: So where do you think this fascination with him comes from?
Mike and Chris discuss the complex fan-to-anti-fan dynamics, memeability, and the shock of public betrayal when online figures are exposed, which fuels audience interest in the documentary.
EDP445 Documentary: An Inside Look With Mike Clum | Have A Seat
Q: How did you sell that to him?
Chris describes presenting a respectful, professional interview setup and the documentary as a platform for the subject to share his side, which helped gain EDP445's participation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Have A Seat

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

This show combines deep-dive true-crime storytelling with hard-hitting, interview-led episodes that center on online predators, law enforcement sting operations, and accountability. Across recent episodes the focus tends to be on predator investigations, platform safety debates, and policy/legal actions taken by authorities and advocates. Noteworthy elements include on-site stings, courtroom outcomes, survivor perspectives, and a recurring emphasis on transparency, public accountability, and the impact of online exploitation. The format often blends investigative narration with expert commentary, legal analysis, and sponsor reads, making it a dense, issue-driven program that appeals to those who want both compelling storytelling and practic... more

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2. Titania Jordan
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5. Aaron Spencer
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