Episodes

  • Lisa Bailey
    Nov 1 2025

    Lisa Bailey, former FBI Forensic Artist and author of Clay and Bones, joined me talk about her 18 years in the Bureau. Lisa brought faces back to life—working scenes from 9/11 to looking for skulls at the Body Farm, giving names to the unidentified, and dignity to the forgotten. She is the expert on skull-rendering and through her work she solved numerous crimes, to include a double-homicide. Her story is haunting, human, and unforgettable. #truecrime #fbi #womenwhoinspire #skullsandbones #forensic

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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • Pete Lapp & Kelly Kennedy - Queen of Cuba
    Oct 13 2025

    This unique episode dives deep into one of the most shocking espionage cases in U.S. history. Retired FBI Special Agent Pete Lapp and journalist and author Kelly Kennedy join me to discuss their gripping book, The Queen of Cuba — the true story of Ana Montes, a senior DIA analyst who secretly spied for Cuba for 17 years. #spies #counterintelligence #books #truecrime #fbi #womenspies #anamontes

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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Undercover World ~Dana Ridenour
    Sep 18 2025

    Secrets, danger & deception. Get ready for a fascinating journey into the undercover world with retired FBI Special Agent Dana Ridenour. Dana worked UC work for 13 years, several times working under deep cover. Dana shares her FBI journey and her three books Behind The Mask, Beyond The Cabin, and Below The Radar. Listen to the podcast, then read her badass stories!

    #undercover #deepcover #secrets #deception #fiction #truecrime #books #fbi

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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Rosemary Dew
    Aug 22 2025

    What was it like to join the FBI in the 1970s? Rosemary Dew joined as the 96th female Special Agent and became the 7th female Supervisory Special Agent--a true pioneer. She dedicated 13 years to the Bureau, where she experienced numerous challenges, but also great laughs. Rosemary authored No Back UP taking us through a fantastic journey, where some stories are quite unbelievable, funny, jaw dropping, heartbreaking and heart-felt. Rosemary is a true badass, full of courage and resilience, who after resigning from the FBI, joined the DIA where in her 60s she found herself traveling to Afghanistan and even being arrested at Heathrow airport. Rosemary also shares a little a bit about her other books, her trip to Mother Teresa's house in Calcutta and her newest book on FBI whistleblowers. Get ready for mind blowing stories! #fbi #pioneer #newbook #fbiwoman #lawenforcement #inspiration #truecrime

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Jeremy Rebmann
    Aug 19 2025

    Retired Special Agent Jeremy Rebmann unveils his captivating journey in his memoir, Send Me, Chronicles of an FBI Sniper. From his early days as a case agent to the rigorous selection process, and ultimately becoming a sniper tasked with hunting down terrorists and criminals, Jeremy offers an exclusive glimpse into the intense world of FBI SWAT. This riveting account is a must-read for anyone curious about the life of an FBI SWAT operator and sniper! #fbiswat #sniper #newepisode #newbook

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Katherine Schweit: Women Who Talk to The Dead
    Jul 30 2025

    Katherine Schweit is an accomplished author, attorney, andformer FBI special agent. With a background in journalism and law, she served as a Chicago prosecutor before joining the FBI, where she investigated major crimes and worked closely on mass casualty and active shooter cases. Schweit is the author of "Stop the Killing: How to End theMass Shooting Crisis," "How to Talk About Guns with Anyone," and Women Who Talk to the Dead. Get ready to listen to true crime, the story of 200 forgotten murder victims and the relentess pursuit of justice by an FBI Agent and a Detroit police detective. #fbi #police #truecrime #unsolvedmurders #newbook #detroit


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    54 mins
  • Jerri Williams
    Jul 18 2025

    Jerri Williams, kicks off Authors' Row, a series that highlights FBI and non-FBI authors that write about the FBI! Jerri is a former FBI special agent with 26 years of experience, who dedicated her career to exposing the schemes of con artists and corrupt officials. Leveraging her expertise, she writes crime fiction and hosts the popular FBI Case File Review podcast, featuring interviews with retired agents about high-profile cases. Her work aims to dispel media myths about the FBI, as showcased in her book FBI Myths and Misconceptions. She also authored crime novels centered on FBI agent Kari Wheeler, exploring themes of fraud and corruption. Recognized for her contributions, Jerri was honored as a G-Man Honors Distinguished Service Honoree by the FBI Agents Association in 2021, highlighting her ongoing support for the FBI community. #fbi #author #podcaster #bestseller #fiction

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Hannah Hannah: Honor Your Right to Bear Arms
    Jun 24 2025

    In this episode of Badass in Heels, Hannah, a remarkable woman who has made her mark in the world of shooting and extreme sports shares her journey from growing up on a ranch in Colorado to becoming a professional mountain biker and breaking barriers as a female athlete. She discusses the challenges she faced in a male-dominated industry, her experiences with relationships and motherhood, and the impact of infidelity on her life. Throughout the conversation, Hannah emphasizes the importance of resilience, determination, and staying true to oneself. In this conversation, Hannah shares her transformative journey through multiple marriages, personal struggles, and the discovery of self-compassion. She discusses the challenges of being a single mother, her awakening to her passion for firearms, and how she integrates her femininity into her training. Hannah discusses her mission to empower women through firearms training and self-defense awareness; and, she emphasizes the importance of responsible gun ownership, continuous learning, and situational awareness. Hannah shares her unique approach to training, including her Mocktails and Mace events, which combine self-defense education with a fun and engaging atmosphere. Our conversation highlights the need for women to take their safety seriously and to be prepared for any situation they may encounter. **Listener discretion is advised, content includes explicit words and discussions about suicide.**


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    1 hr and 22 mins