What really happens on the dark web—and how do investigators find the people hiding there? Alicia sits down with investigator Rusty in Part 1 of a 2 part episode, for an eye-opening conversation about tracking child exploitation networks, exposing the growing threat of nihilistic violent extremist (NVE), and how predators recruit vulnerable young people online. Rusty explains why offenders don't "accidentally" end up on the dark web, what parents need to know to protect their children, and the emotional toll of investigating some of the most disturbing crimes imaginable.

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How do investigators stay one step ahead of online predators? Alicia Kozak sits down with the D ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) investigator Karen O'Connor for a fascinating look inside the fight to protect children from online exploitation. Karen shares how she and her electronic storage detection dog, Bogey, work together to locate hidden phones, hard drives, USB devices, and other digital media that can contain critical evidence in child exploitation cases. She also discusses the realities of investigating these crimes, and the practical steps her and Alicia take to keep kids safer online.

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In Part 2 of The Opera Ranger, Alicia Kozak continues her conversation with child exploitation investigator and opera singer Will Britt, exploring the challenges of protecting children, confronting evil, and maintaining hope in the face of unimaginable darkness. Will shares the cases that shaped his career, the rescue that reinforced his purpose, and how music, compassion, and connection help him support survivors and earn the trust of victims. Filled with powerful stories, humor, and hard-earned wisdom, this episode offers an inspiring look at resilience, service, and the people who dedicate their lives to protecting others.

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What does it take to hunt down society’s worst offenders while protecting its most vulnerable? In part one of this compelling two-part episode, Alicia sits down with Agent Will Britt to explore his intense, high-stakes work in the Internet Crimes Against Children task force. He also opens up about his unexpected creative side that keeps him grounded. From opera singing to The Power Rangers and SpaceGodzilla, Will leans into his unique hobbies to help him decompress and cope with the darkest realities of the job.

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