MADE TO LEAD MILLIONS PODCAST Ep. #56 | Maurice Hicks | A Cop's Transformation & the Fight for Justice

Made to Lead Millions Podcast Series – Episode 56
Host: Coach Krystal Henry
Guest: Maurice Hicks
Episode Title: Looking for Trouble – A Cop's Transformation & the Fight for Justice

Episode Overview:In this riveting episode of Made to Lead Millions, Coach Krystal Henry welcomes Maurice Hicks, a 20-year decorated law enforcement veteran, lead FBI Task Force investigator, professor, and private detective. Maurice takes us deep into his journey, from patrolling Baltimore's toughest streets to uncovering corruption, battling drug kingpins, and navigating the inner politics of law enforcement.His book, Looking for Trouble, offers a gripping, raw, and unapologetic account of his transformation from rookie cop to battle-hardened detective in some of Maryland's most dangerous neighborhoods. Maurice shares his first-hand experiences of undercover operations, police politics, and the complex realities of law enforcement—shedding light on the perilous and unseen battles beyond the streets.

Key Discussion Points:
✅ The Making of a detective: Maurice's upbringing in Baltimore and the challenges of avoiding the violence that plagued his community.
✅ The reality of undercover work: How he reconciled his upbringing with the world he was infiltrating.
✅ The clash of street justice and office politics: The untold battles within the Criminal Investigations and Narcotics Divisions.
✅ Taking down a Drug Kingpin: His most challenging case leading the FBI Safe Streets Homicide Task Force and confronting a criminal from his past.
✅ The complexities of law enforcement: The unexpected compassion and empathy officers bring to their jobs.
✅ Life beyond the badge: Maurice's transition into teaching, mentoring, and private investigation.

About Maurice Hicks:🔹 Baltimore native who grew up in an environment filled with violence and hardship.🔹 Decorated 20-year Maryland law enforcement veteran, serving in Baltimore City & Prince George's County.
🔹 Held roles as detective, sergeant, lieutenant, and lead FBI Safe Streets Task Force investigator.
🔹 Worked in Street Narcotics, Major Narcotics, Intelligence, Robbery, and Homicide units.
🔹 Award-winning officer, receiving multiple Chief's Awards of Merit and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Award.
🔹 Educator & Mentor: Over 23 years of teaching criminal justice at the University of Maryland, Global Campus.
🔹 Private Detective Agency Owner in Maryland & Nevada for 15+ years.
🔹 Holds a Master's in Management (Johns Hopkins University) & a Bachelor's in Criminology (University of Maryland, Global Campus).
🔹 Certified Protection Professional (CPP) with extensive experience in security consulting and investigations.
🔹 Proud father of five & grandfather of seven.Connect with Maurice Hicks & Purchase Looking for Trouble

📖 Get the book – Looking for Trouble (Available on Amazon & major retailers)
🌍 Learn more about Maurice & his private investigation work
💼 Follow him on LinkedIn
🎧 Don't miss this powerful episode filled with action, wisdom, and the reality of law enforcement!
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