Moving With Meaning The Podcast

The Final Clue: The Emotional Ties of a Homicide Detective to Cold Cases

• Krystal B. Clark • Season 3 • Episode 30

From solving homicides to solving business challenges—retired Chicago homicide detective Mike Hammond has seen it all. In this episode, Krystal sits down with Mike to talk about his journey from chasing killers in the Cold Case unit to uncovering new passions in business and podcasting.

🕵️ Life in Law Enforcement:
Mike takes us behind the scenes of working cold cases, explaining how his unique approach—making every case about the victim—kept him committed to seeking justice.

⚖️ The Emotional Toll:
The never-ending quest for answers came at a cost. Mike opens up about the sacrifices he made, the difficulty of stepping away, and the surprising reaction from the families of victims when he finally decided to retire.

🔥 A New Purpose:
After leaving law enforcement, Mike found his investigative skills translated seamlessly into the business world. But it was his daughter’s introduction to true crime podcasts that reignited his spark—realizing he could take storytelling to a whole new level.

💡 Mike’s Lasting Message:
No matter where you come from, your experiences have value. Don’t let anyone tell you that you’re at a disadvantage—what you’ve lived through gives you insights that others have yet to gain.

Tune in for an inspiring episode filled with wisdom, purpose, and a few shocking twists! 🎧✨

Guest Info: 
For more information about connecting with Mike Hammond and his resources:

Website: https://www.detectivestorypodcast.net/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554884744044 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detectivestorymikehammond/  
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-hammond-48b8281b/  
Twitter: https://twitter.com/hammer640 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVjOSMsgrDTQFH3EvaSa0sg 

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