🔥 Empower your journey! (Book a FREE 15-min consultation with me to get personalized guidance and discover how you can start your own podcast, enhance your skills, or even appear as a special guest on my show! Schedule on my calendar at https://calendly.com/kajofficial Ready to take it further? Explore my full podcast coaching services website: https://www.thekajmasterclass.live/bo...) In this captivating episode, we sit down with Mike Hammond, a retired Chicago Police Department Homicide Detective with over 22 years of experience. Hammond shares invaluable insights into the intricate process of solving homicides, the emotional toll on victims' families and investigators, and strategies for preventing violent crimes. Gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and human impact of this critical police work. 5 THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS VIDEO 1. Understand the emotional and professional challenges of homicide investigations. 2. Gain insights into the planning and execution of detective work in a bustling city. 3. Learn about the impact of technology on modern crime-solving techniques. 4. Discover the psychology behind criminal behavior and the pursuit of justice. 5. Uncover the truth behind cold cases and the relentless quest for closure. 💼 BUSINESS INQUIRIES: For partnerships, speaking engagements, or personalized coaching, contact kajmasterclass@gmail.com SUPPORT KAJ MASTERCLASS 🎙 Elevate your podcast journey on PodMatch! Sign up and unlock a FREE 30-min session with me: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/kaj 👗 Shop Indian handloom sarees at Ethnics Land with 15% off: https://www.ethnicsland.com/ 💡 ABOUT THE GUEST Mike Hammond is a retired Homicide Detective with the Chicago Police Department, A member of the Chicago Police Department for 22 years he was promoted to detective in 2000 where he served in Area Four Homicide Unit, Cold Case Homicide Unit and Area North Homicide until his retirement in 2016. He is a recipient of the Chicago Police Department Superintendents Award of Valor. Currently the host of Detective Story with Mike Hammond podcast which has a focus on victims and their families and discussions of actual cases and investigations. Connect: https://www.detectivestorypodcast.net/ 👑 ABOUT THE HOST Your host, Khudania Ajay (KAJ), is a seasoned content entrepreneur, podcast host, and independent journalist with over two decades of media industry experience. Having worked with prestigious organizations like CNBC (India), Reuters, and Press Trust of India, Ajay is dedicated to helping you succeed through his LIVE Masterclasses. With a wealth of knowledge accumulated from hosting over 1200 podcasts, Ajay brings unparalleled expertise and insights to every episode. Connect with Ajay:   / ajaykhudania  https://thekajmasterclass.live/ 🔥 CHAPTERS & TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 07:00 Detective Insights 13:00 Solving Complexity 17:00 Coping Mechanisms 20:00 Inside Investigations 27:00 Technological Impact 36:00 Political Influence 39:52 Organized Crime 45:55 Drug Dilemmas 52:00 Cold Case Dynamics 57:00 Victim's Family 01:02:00 Personal Safety 01:07:14 Mental Health 01:14:00 Detective Podcast 01:17:17 Concluding Thoughts 🌐 CONNECT WITH KAJ 📺 YouTube:    / @kajmasterclass   🎧 Podcasts: https://pod.link/thekajstudio 📖 Blog: https://www.thekajmasterclass.live/blog 💻 Website: https://thekajmasterclass.live/Book KAJ: https://www.thekajmasterclass.live/bo... Follow    / @kajmasterclass   for podcast tips! Leave a comment with your podcast struggles. Audio Credits: Misfits (Instrumental) by RYYZN #crimesolving #detectiveinterview #kajmasterclass