Badass in Heels

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a woman in the FBI, this podcast is for you! With special seasons and unique guests ranging from our extraordinary women in blue--police officers nationwide--to episodes with retired CIA operatives, you'll find this podcast unique and full of genuine extraordinary people who have riveting true crime stories to share! This podcast is here to empower, educate, entertain and inspire! Brace yourselves as you listen to women with a badge talk about their personal stories and career journey/

Badass in Heels is a true crime podcast hosted by Nancy Aguilar, with 55 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Nancy Aguilar hosts Badass in Heels, a true crime show with 55 episodes published.

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  Episode #61

  Alice in Mullahland: Satire, Survival, and Iran’s Hidden Truths

  Sep 23, 202658 minS6

  In this episode Nancy Aguilar speaks with Amir Taheri, author of the allegorical novel Alice in Mullahland, about using satire and dark humor to reveal life under Iran’s Islamic Republic. Amir draws on his own experiences to explore themes of fear, survival, censorship, and the psychology of authoritarian rule. The conversation examines the book’s animal allegory (rabbits, lions, wolves, foxes), the moral hypocrisy around sexuality and hijab, the regime’s control of knowledge and protests, and the human cost of disappearances and violence. Despite the brutality described, Amir argues cracks are appearing within the regime and offers a cautious note of hope while stressing the importance of history, solidarity, and imagining a different future.

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  Badass in Heels

  Scott Payne

  Dec 31, 20251h 4m

  What does it take to step inside a violent extremist movement — and live to tell the story? Scott Payne , a former FBI undercover agent who infiltrated white supremacist networks from the inside talks about his book Code Name: Pale Horse. Not from a distance. Not from theory. But by living among them, earning trust, and exposing how radicalization really works. We talk about what extremism looks like from the inside. This is a raw, eye-opening conversation about ideology, danger, and the cost of going undercover to protect others. Let’s get into it.

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  Rob Chadwick

  Dec 15, 202553 min

  Do you have a personal safety plan? Listen to retired FBI Special Agent, Rob Chadwick, former head of the FBI's Tactical Training Program, who joined me to talk about his book "The Practical Guide to Personal Security : Become a Competent and Confident Stakeholder in Your Own Safety." We discuss situational awareness, instinct, use of force, the importance of "what if scenarios" and having a plan. Law enforcement will not always be there or respond swiftly, so you might need to save yourself. #personalsafety #fbi #situationalawareness #trustyourgut

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  Lisa Gardner

  Nov 12, 202552 minS4

  Exploring female serial killers, research, and the fearless women who bring crime fiction to life with #1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Gardner. Lisa is known for her razor-sharp psychological thrillers rooted in real-world law enforcement and FBI research. A self-described “research junkie,” she’s shadowed cadaver-dog teams, toured the FBI Academy, and studied serial-killer psychology to bring authenticity to every page. Her acclaimed Frankie Elkin series follows an ordinary woman on an extraordinary mission — finding missing people the world has forgotten — while her beloved characters like Detective D.D. Warren and FBI agent Kimberly Quincy showcase the strength and resilience of women who refuse to break. Gardner’s work blends procedural precision, forensic realism, and emotional depth — making her one of the most compelling voices in modern crime fiction. #LisaGardner #BadassInHeelsPodcast #TrueCrimePodcast #ThrillerAuthor #CrimeFiction #serial killers

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  Badass in Heels

  Lisa Bailey

  Nov 1, 20251h 17m

  Lisa Bailey , former FBI Forensic Artist and author of Clay and Bones, joined me talk about her 18 years in the Bureau. Lisa brought faces back to life—working scenes from 9/11 to looking for skulls at the Body Farm, giving names to the unidentified, and dignity to the forgotten. She is the expert on skull-rendering and through her work she solved numerous crimes, to include a double-homicide. Her story is haunting, human, and unforgettable. #truecrime #fbi #womenwhoinspire #skullsandbones #forensic

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