Detective Story: True Crime Insights with Mike Hammond and Chris Kafcas

Season 3 Begins! Episode 23 - The Murder of 6-Year-Old Allen Kalfus

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2281282/open_sms] Season 3 begins with the case that started it all. In February 2001, my partner Sam Manto and I worked our first murder as lead detectives: 6-year-old Allen Kalfus, tortured to death by his foster mother, Flora Stewart. Sam and I sit down 25 years later to revisit this case. What we remember. What surprised us. And what still haunts us. This is the story of Allen Kalfus. Visit us for direct contact, updates and news at our website: www.detectivestory.net [https://www.detectivestory.net/] * Detective Mike Hammond is back behind the yellow tape. After a brief hiatus to focus on his upcoming book and reset the mission of the show, Mike returns with a full schedule for 2026.   * Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/DetectiveStory [https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.patreon.com/DetectiveStory] * Website link: https://www.detectivestory.net    Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2281282/support] The Engine that Makes Detective Story Run: Patreon Link for Insider Conversations and Direct contact with us: https://patreon.com/DetectiveStorywithMikeHammond Big thank you to our sponsors that keep us rolling: Jenn and Drew Hammond Colonel Samuel E. Manto Core Natural Gas Services, Midland/Odessa, Texas Blue Knight Security Solutions Season 3-Recorded at The Content Club, Chicago, Illinois Content and Creator-Mike Hammond Co-Host-Chris Kafcas Video and Audio Editing by Mike Hammond and Content Club, Chicago Original Musical Score-Jared May Original Studio Artwork: Drew DeMaria Season 3 Score- "Dead and Gone Blues" by Peter Crosby (Epidemic Sound) Original Show Artwork and Logo's: Eric Rovegno https://www.thenorthcreative.com/ [https://www.thenorthcreative.com/] Los Angeles, California (Do yourself a favor and check out his work on his website) Security and Investigative assistance provided by: Blue Knight Security Solutions Contact information: blueknightsecuritysolutions.com [https://www.blueknightsecuritysolutions.com] 773-706-4920 Find us on the Socials Facebook, Instagram and TikTok: @detectivestorymikehammond email Detective Hammond at: mike@detectivestory.net

2026 Season Update: We're Back.

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2281282/open_sms] https://www.patreon.com/DetectiveStorywithmikehammond Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2281282/support] The Engine that Makes Detective Story Run: Patreon Link for Insider Conversations and Direct contact with us: https://patreon.com/DetectiveStorywithMikeHammond Big thank you to our sponsors that keep us rolling: Jenn and Drew Hammond Colonel Samuel E. Manto Core Natural Gas Services, Midland/Odessa, Texas Blue Knight Security Solutions Season 3-Recorded at The Content Club, Chicago, Illinois Content and Creator-Mike Hammond Co-Host-Chris Kafcas Video and Audio Editing by Mike Hammond and Content Club, Chicago Original Musical Score-Jared May Original Studio Artwork: Drew DeMaria Season 3 Score- "Dead and Gone Blues" by Peter Crosby (Epidemic Sound) Original Show Artwork and Logo's: Eric Rovegno https://www.thenorthcreative.com/ [https://www.thenorthcreative.com/] Los Angeles, California (Do yourself a favor and check out his work on his website) Security and Investigative assistance provided by: Blue Knight Security Solutions Contact information: blueknightsecuritysolutions.com [https://www.blueknightsecuritysolutions.com] 773-706-4920 Find us on the Socials Facebook, Instagram and TikTok: @detectivestorymikehammond email Detective Hammond at: mike@detectivestory.net

Episode 22- Interview with Chicago Police Narcotics Detective Josh Weitzman

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2281282/open_sms] On Episode 22 of Detective Story we have the distinct honor to host former Chicago Police Narcotics Detective Josh Weitzman. Josh, a long time friend and colleague of Mike Hammond, has a very interesting personal and professional story.   He started his police career with the Kansas City Police Department but eventually returned to his native Chicago and the Chicago Police Department.  During a decorated career Josh became a narcotics investigation expert and tactical specialist.  His personal story equally fascinating, from his parents to his close relationship with musical legends Morris "Magic Slim" Holt and Art Neville.  Josh is never one to shy from speaking openly and frankly doesn't disappoint with Detective Story. Thank you for listening please leave us a comment and go to our website, and leave us your thoughts, opinions or questions   Please visit our website @ www.detectivestory.net [https://www.detectivestory.net] For insights bio's and to connect with us directly! We love the feedback! * Detective Mike Hammond is back behind the yellow tape. After a brief hiatus to focus on his upcoming book and reset the mission of the show, Mike returns with a full schedule for 2026.   * Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/DetectiveStory [https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.patreon.com/DetectiveStory] * Website link: https://www.detectivestory.net    Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2281282/support] The Engine that Makes Detective Story Run: Patreon Link for Insider Conversations and Direct contact with us: https://patreon.com/DetectiveStorywithMikeHammond Big thank you to our sponsors that keep us rolling: Jenn and Drew Hammond Colonel Samuel E. Manto Core Natural Gas Services, Midland/Odessa, Texas Blue Knight Security Solutions Season 3-Recorded at The Content Club, Chicago, Illinois Content and Creator-Mike Hammond Co-Host-Chris Kafcas Video and Audio Editing by Mike Hammond and Content Club, Chicago Original Musical Score-Jared May Original Studio Artwork: Drew DeMaria Season 3 Score- "Dead and Gone Blues" by Peter Crosby (Epidemic Sound) Original Show Artwork and Logo's: Eric Rovegno https://www.thenorthcreative.com/ [https://www.thenorthcreative.com/] Los Angeles, California (Do yourself a favor and check out his work on his website) Security and Investigative assistance provided by: Blue Knight Security Solutions Contact information: blueknightsecuritysolutions.com [https://www.blueknightsecuritysolutions.com] 773-706-4920 Find us on the Socials Facebook, Instagram and TikTok: @detectivestorymikehammond email Detective Hammond at: mike@detectivestory.net

Detective Story-Episode #21- Richard Cain Part 2, Chicago Outfit Gray Man, Assassin and Enigma

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2281282/open_sms] Visit our Station page and join the Detective Story community. Vote in a poll about the Richard Cain saga at:  www.https://station.page/detectivestory  Gangster, police officer, hitman, international criminal, right hand to notorious Chicago Outfit Boss Sam Giancana, would be Fidel Castro assassin, JFK assassination conspirator, Anti-Castro rebel coordinator and trainer, linguist, wiretapper, polygraph examiner, Barry Goldwater bodyguard, FBI Informant and CIA operative. In his 20 plus years run in the public eye, Richard Cain was reported to have been all of these things.  Chris Kafcas and Detective Mike Hammond are excited to be back and bring you Part 2 joined by author of the true crime biography, Tangled Web,  Michael Cain.  Tangled Web is the detailed story of Chicago Outfit member, former Chicago Police Officer Richard Cain. More than just his biographer Michael Cain is Richard Cain's half brother born to the same father.  He graciously joined Detective Hammond in a conversation about his book and his journey to try and get to the bottom of the endless stories, legends and rumors about his brother.  Now up, the final, Part 2. We conclude the interview with author Michael Cain and then try and come to some conclusions about Richard Cain. Who was he really?  Could he have been involved in some of the most dramatic moments in modern American history?   Why was he murdered and by whom?  We will discuss it all in this episode.  Please give it a listen and then leave us a comment and go to our Station page, take the poll and leave us your thoughts, opinions or questions    https://station.page/detectivestory A special thank you to our pal Bryan Leturgez for acting as videographer, director and support crew for these episodes.  Link to buy a copy of Michael's book Tangled W * Detective Mike Hammond is back behind the yellow tape. After a brief hiatus to focus on his upcoming book and reset the mission of the show, Mike returns with a full schedule for 2026.   * Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/DetectiveStory [https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.patreon.com/DetectiveStory] * Website link: https://www.detectivestory.net    Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2281282/support] The Engine that Makes Detective Story Run: Patreon Link for Insider Conversations and Direct contact with us: https://patreon.com/DetectiveStorywithMikeHammond Big thank you to our sponsors that keep us rolling: Jenn and Drew Hammond Colonel Samuel E. Manto Core Natural Gas Services, Midland/Odessa, Texas Blue Knight Security Solutions Season 3-Recorded at The Content Club, Chicago, Illinois Content and Creator-Mike Hammond Co-Host-Chris Kafcas Video and Audio Editing by Mike Hammond and Content Club, Chicago Original Musical Score-Jared May Original Studio Artwork: Drew DeMaria Season 3 Score- "Dead and Gone Blues" by Peter Crosby (Epidemic Sound) Original Show Artwork and Logo's: Eric Rovegno https://www.thenorthcreative.com/ [https://www.thenorthcreative.com/] Los Angeles, California (Do yourself a favor and check out his work on his website) Security and Investigative assistance provided by: Blue Knight Security Solutions Contact information: blueknightsecuritysolutions.com [https://www.blueknightsecuritysolutions.com] 773-706-4920 Find us on the Socials Facebook, Instagram and TikTok: @detectivestorymikehammond email Detective Hammond at: mike@detectivestory.net

Season 2- Episode #20-Part 1- The Story of Richard Cain, Chicago Criminal and Cultural Enigma

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2281282/open_sms] Welcome back for the start of season two of Detective Story! Gangster, police officer, hitman, international criminal, right hand to notorious Chicago Outfit Boss Sam Giancana, would be Fidel Castro assassin, JFK assassination conspirator, Anti-Castro rebel coordinator and trainer, linguist, wiretapper, polygraph examiner, Barry Goldwater bodyguard, FBI Informant and CIA operative. In his 20 plus years run in the public eye, Richard Cain was reported to have been all of the things listed above.   Chris Kafcas and Detective Mike Hammond are excited to be back and bring you a 2 part series joined by author of the true crime biography, Tangled Web,  Michael Cain.  Tangled Web is the detailed story of Chicago Outfit member, former Chicago Police Officer Richard Cain. More than just his biographer Michael Cain is Richard Cain's half brother born to the same father.  He graciously joined Detective Hammond in a conversation about his book and his journey to try and get to the bottom of the endless stories, legends and rumors about his brother.  First up in Part 1. Who was Richard Cain and how Michael began his quest.    Join us on our new Podcast interaction site, Station where you can interact directly with us @ https://station.page/detectivestory [https://station.page/detectivestory] A special thank you to our pal Bryan Leturgez for acting as videographer, director and support crew for these episodes.  Link to buy a copy of Michael's book Tangled Web https://a.co/d/68A1aSJ * Detective Mike Hammond is back behind the yellow tape. After a brief hiatus to focus on his upcoming book and reset the mission of the show, Mike returns with a full schedule for 2026.   * Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/DetectiveStory [https://www.google.com/search?q=https://www.patreon.com/DetectiveStory] * Website link: https://www.detectivestory.net    Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2281282/support] The Engine that Makes Detective Story Run: Patreon Link for Insider Conversations and Direct contact with us: https://patreon.com/DetectiveStorywithMikeHammond Big thank you to our sponsors that keep us rolling: Jenn and Drew Hammond Colonel Samuel E. Manto Core Natural Gas Services, Midland/Odessa, Texas Blue Knight Security Solutions Season 3-Recorded at The Content Club, Chicago, Illinois Content and Creator-Mike Hammond Co-Host-Chris Kafcas Video and Audio Editing by Mike Hammond and Content Club, Chicago Original Musical Score-Jared May Original Studio Artwork: Drew DeMaria Season 3 Score- "Dead and Gone Blues" by Peter Crosby (Epidemic Sound) Original Show Artwork and Logo's: Eric Rovegno https://www.thenorthcreative.com/ [https://www.thenorthcreative.com/] Los Angeles, California (Do yourself a favor and check out his work on his website) Security and Investigative assistance provided by: Blue Knight Security Solutions Contact information: blueknightsecuritysolutions.com [https://www.blueknightsecuritysolutions.com] 773-706-4920 Find us on the Socials Facebook, Instagram and TikTok: @detectivestorymikehammond email Detective Hammond at: mike@detectivestory.net