• S2 E5 - “The Real Profilers”
    Feb 20 2026

    New episodes of Off The Record: An FBI Agent’s Perspective are available on your favorite podcast platform.

    Made famous in films like The Silence of the Lambs and Red Dragon and TV shows like Mindhunters and Criminal Minds, the FBI’s Investigative Support Unit, within the National Center for the Analysis of Violent Crime, is responsible for studying criminals, their motives and their psychology as an investigative tool. Retired FBI Special Agent Harry Trombitas tells co-hosts Clark Donley and Jessie Hemmelgarn how this arm of the agency helps track down perpetrators.

    Listen here as Harry sorts out fact from fiction.

    #TrueCrime #FBI #Profiling #BehavioralSciences #CriminalMinds


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    46 Min.
  • S2 E4 - “The ‘Church Lady’ Bandit and the Turns Hill Gang”
    Feb 13 2026

    New episodes of Off The Record: An FBI Agent’s Perspective are available on your favorite podcast platform.

    During his career, retired FBI Special Agent Harry Trombitas investigated an untold number of bank robberies, which are considered federal offenses as well as local ones. His success was partly due to his practice of tagging the thieves with colorful nicknames to catch the public’s (and the media’s) attention.

    Listen now as Harry tells about tracking down these robbers who thought they could get away with it.

    #TrueCrime #FBIFiles #BankRobbery #CriminalInvestigation


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    50 Min.
  • S2 E3 - “What to Teach Your Children About Safety?”
    Feb 6 2026

    New episodes of Off The Record: An FBI Agent’s Perspective are available on your favorite podcast platform.

    A parent never stops worrying about their child’s safety. In this episode, retired FBI Special Agent Harry Trombitas calls on his experience to offer some advice. He and co-hosts Clark Donley and Jessie Hemmelgarn talk about keeping your child safe.

    Listen here for their advice and to learn about resources you can call on for more information and help if you need it.

    #TrueCrime #Safety #ChildSafety #CriminalInvestigation


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    28 Min.
  • S2 E2 - “Little Girl Lost: What Happened to Erica Baker?”
    Jan 30 2026

    New episodes of Off The Record: An FBI Agent’s Perspective are available on your favorite podcast platform.

    February, 1999 - A nine-year-old girl in Ohio puts on her pink raincoat and takes her dog for a walk. Later, the tiny dog is seen dragging her leash across the ground but there is no sign of the little girl. In this episode, retired FBI Special Agent Harry Trombitas takes us along on the search for the answer to the question: “What happened to Erica Baker?”

    Listen now as authorities follow the twisting path of clues until they finally arrive at the surprising answer, only to realize there is still one piece of the puzzle that has never been found.

    #TrueCrime #FBIFiles #ChildAbduction #CriminalInvestigation

    [CW: This post discusses a real criminal case. Discretion is advised.]


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    54 Min.
  • S2 E1 - “The FBI vs. The Mob: The New York Experience”
    Jan 23 2026

    We kick off another season of Off The Record: An FBI Agent’s Perspective with new episodes available on your favorite podcast platform.

    Bonanno...Luciano...Gambino...Gotti...these names pepper the history of New York like a burst from a Tommy gun. They are the pillars of La Cosa Nostra, responsible for organized crime in America’s largest city, including hundreds of gruesome murders, and on this episode, retired Special Agent Harry Trombitas takes co-hosts Clark Donley and Jessie Hemmelgarn and you behind the scenes of the FBI’s decades-long war on these bloodthirsty mobsters.

    Listen now as Harry and his colleagues track John “The Teflon Don” Gotti and a hit man whose trademarks will chill you to the bone.

    #TrueCrime #FBIFiles #Mafia #Organized Crime #CriminalInvestigation

    [CW: This post discusses real criminal cases. Discretion is advised.]

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    1 Std. und 6 Min.
  • BONUS Episode: Holiday Safety Tips
    Nov 29 2024

    This episode is sponsored by TWFG Hatem insurance. This agency supports families and businesses in Central Ohio with their insurance needs. With hundreds of insurance carriers, and multiple office locations, you will have choices for the coverage you need at a price you like. Use the ⁠link⁠ to learn more. TWFG Hatem Insurance... Their Policy is Caring.

    🔍 "Off the Record: An FBI Agent's Perspective" 🕵️‍♂️Dive deep into the world of high-profile criminal investigations with our gripping true crime podcast! Join former FBI Special Agent Harry Trombitas as he unveils the secrets behind cases throughout his career.

    🚨 This week's episode: Holiday Safety

    As you pack your bags and finalize that list, make sure to double check that you have all these safety plans in place before you start celebrating. Agent Trombitas, Former News Director Clark Donley, and Co-Host Jessie Hemmelgarn have a recap of what you should plan for before commencing your holiday or vacation.


    📚 Perfect for true crime enthusiasts, aspiring law enforcement professionals, and anyone fascinated by the inner workings of criminal investigations.

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    #truecrime #truecrimepodcast #fbi #fbiagent #columbusohio #cbuslife #crimepodcast #ohio #FBIFiles #JusticeServed #CriminalMinds #CriminalInvestigation

    📅 New episodes Friday at 8 AM EST🔗

    Follow us on social media for case updates and behind-the-scenes content: Instagram: @offtherecordfbi

    Disclaimer: This podcast contains discussions of real criminal cases. Listener discretion is advised.

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    50 Min.
  • S1 E8 - The Murder of India and Cody Smith Part 2
    Nov 8 2024

    This episode is sponsored by TWFG Hatem insurance. This agency supports families and businesses in Central Ohio with their insurance needs. With hundreds of insurance carriers, and multiple office locations, you will have choices for the coverage you need at a price you like. Use the link to learn more. TWFG Hatem Insurance... Their Policy is Caring.

    🔍 "Off the Record: An FBI Agent's Perspective" 🕵️‍♂️Dive deep into the world of high-profile criminal investigations with our gripping true crime podcast! Join former FBI Special Agent Harry Trombitas as he unveils the secrets behind cases throughout his career.

    🚨 This week's episode: The Murder of India and Cody Smith Part 2

    In this riveting installment, Agent Trombitas, Former News Director Clark Donley, and Co-Host Jessie Hemmelgarn discuss the tragic murder of India and Cody Smith whose case was solved in a way you will never believe.

    🎧 Listen now to uncover:

    ✅ FBI Protocols and Procedures for all types of cases

    ✅ Real-life experiences of law enforcement

    ✅ The human stories behind sensational headlines

    📚 Perfect for true crime enthusiasts, aspiring law enforcement professionals, and anyone fascinated by the inner workings of criminal investigations.

    🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell to never miss an episode of "Off the Record: An FBI Agent's Perspective"!

    #truecrime #truecrimepodcast #fbi #fbiagent #columbusohio #cbuslife #crimepodcast #ohio #FBIFiles #JusticeServed #CriminalMinds #CriminalInvestigation

    📅 New episodes Friday at 8 AM EST🔗

    Follow us on social media for case updates and behind-the-scenes content: Instagram: @offtherecordfbi

    Disclaimer: This podcast contains discussions of real criminal cases. Listener discretion is advised.

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    1 Std. und 5 Min.
  • S1 E7 - The Murder of India and Cody Smith Part 1
    Nov 1 2024

    🔍 "Off the Record: An FBI Agent's Perspective"

    🕵️‍♂️Dive deep into the world of high-profile criminal investigations with our gripping true crime podcast! Join former FBI Special Agent Harry Trombitas as he unveils the secrets behind cases throughout his career.

    🚨 This week's episode: The Murder of India and Cody Smith Part 1In this riveting installment, Agent Trombitas, Former News Director Clark Donley, and Co-Host Jessie Hemmelgarn discuss the tragic murder of India and Cody Smith; a brother and sister murdered while their mother was at work.


    🎧 Listen now to uncover:

    ✅ FBI Protocols and Procedures for all types of cases

    ✅ Real-life experiences of law enforcement

    ✅ The human stories behind sensational headlines

    📚 Perfect for true crime enthusiasts, aspiring law enforcement professionals, and anyone fascinated by the inner workings of criminal investigations.

    🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell to never miss an episode of "Off the Record: An FBI Agent's Perspective"!


    #truecrime #truecrimepodcast #fbi #fbiagent #columbusohio #cbuslife #crimepodcast #ohio #FBIFiles #JusticeServed #CriminalMinds #CriminalInvestigation


    📅 New episodes every Friday at 8 AM EST🔗 Follow us on social media for case updates and behind-the-scenes content:

    Instagram: @offtherecordfbi

    Disclaimer: This podcast contains discussions of real criminal cases. Listener discretion is advised.

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    56 Min.