Fed Time Stories
Welcome to Fed Time Stories, the podcast that unveils the secrets and stories of those who have dedicated their careers to serving in federal agencies from the FBI and Secret Service to NCIS, CIA, and beyond.
Your hosts, John Gill and Dave Brant, the former Chief of Security for the White House and former Head of NCIS, guide you through untold tales of those who have walked the halls of federal government, law enforcement, military, and security.
Through engaging conversations with strong personalities and distinguished guests, we offer a unique blend of humor, heartfelt moments, and profound revelations.
Whether you're in law enforcement, public safety, or simply fascinated by the world of federal service, you’ll find inspiration, advice, and insights into career transitions and overcoming life's most challenging moments.
Join us as we sit down with high-profile guests who have held some of the highest positions in our federal government. Their unique perspectives and extraordinary stories will captivate and inspire you.
Fed Time Stories is your backstage pass to the intriguing world of federal service. Tune in for stories that will entertain, educate, and empower.
Fed Time Stories is brought to you by Kaseware, an investigative case management solution for corporate security, law enforcement, and government agencies – Kaseware is your path from case management to case closed. Learn more at kaseware.com/fedtimestoriespodcast
Fed Time Stories
Solving Cases Across Decades: Pete Hughes on Cold Case Investigations
Cold cases test the patience, persistence, and creativity of any investigator. Few know this better than Pete Hughes.
In this episode of Fed Time Stories, hosts Dave Brant and John Gill talk with Pete about his four decades in law enforcement, from his early years as a patrol officer to his leadership role at NCIS. Pete shares how he helped shape the agency’s cold case program and the unique methods investigators use when re-examining unsolved crimes years later.
He also reflects on one of his most challenging investigations, a decades-old disappearance that had long been considered unsolvable, and how determined investigative work ultimately brought long-awaited resolution for a grieving family. Beyond cold cases, Pete discusses his later work uncovering fraud and corruption in Afghanistan and at MITRE, showing how the same skills and values carried across each stage of his career.
Tune in for an inside look at investigative persistence, lessons from decades of service, and what it takes to bring closure after so many years.
Fed Time Stories is brought to you by Kaseware, an investigative case management solution. Learn more at www.kaseware.com/fedtimestoriespodcast