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Episode 93: Diving Into the Dark and Twisted with Doug Fifer"

MBP (Murder, Blood, and Psychopaths)

Release Date: 01/13/2025

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Introduction

Doug Fifer is a recently retired Alaskan police officer who specialized in crime scene analysis, deviant sexual crimes, hostage negotiations, and various special assignments throughout his twenty-five-year career. He started in law enforcement with the Anchorage Police Department in 1996 and retired in 2021. As a highly decorated investigator, Doug has negotiated with serial killers, solved homicides, and worked real-life cases that will shock you to the core. Born in the small town of Homer, Alaska, Doug and his wife, Kim, raised their children in the Anchorage area. His family originates from southeast Alaska, mainly around the Ketchikan area. He is Tlingit Indian and heavily connected to his Alaska Native culture and heritage. Doug and Kim are also avid oenophiles who started a wine business in Anchorage in 2007. Alaskans have a passionate love for the outdoors, and the Fifer family is no exception. Fishing, hiking, snowboarding, and extreme sports top their list. Their family dog, Malbec, is considered one of the kids and snowboards a bit too. As the author of Fifty Shades of True Crime, Doug brings to life stories so bizarre, so intense, and so twisted that the reader will be left speechless. This is not your run-of-the-mill true crime; it's straight from the source, an author-led journey into how far some will go to achieve their sexually freakish desires. You’ve never read a book quite like this one; it’s a cringeworthy reality check on humanity. You might think you can handle the truth, but this cop’s truth is as savage as it gets. When asked about the stressors of being a cop, Doug replied, “Humor plays a key role in keeping your sanity, not just in law enforcement but life in general.” His writing certainly reflects this philosophy, as Doug believes in taking life seriously—just not too seriously.

In this riveting episode, I sit down with retired Alaskan police officer and true crime author, Doug Fifer, to discuss his fascinating career and his new book, Fifty Shades of True Crime. With over 25 years of experience, Doug has faced the darkest and most bizarre cases imaginable—working with serial killers, solving homicides, and handling high-stakes hostage negotiations.

Doug shares gripping stories from his time in law enforcement and reveals the inspiration behind his book, which dives into some of the most shocking and twisted crimes you’ll ever read about. Trust me, this book pulls no punches—right from page one, it’s intense, raw, and impossible to put down.

We’ll explore how Doug’s time in Alaska shaped his career, his unique approach to storytelling, and the importance of humor when dealing with humanity’s darkest moments. Plus, we’ll hear how his love for the outdoors and his family kept him grounded through it all.

Whether you’re a true crime junkie or simply curious about the human condition, this episode is packed with insights, stories, and surprises you won’t want to miss.

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Thank You:
Thank you all for tuning in and for your patience while I’ve been away. Your support means the world to me, and I’m so glad to be back with this incredible episode. If you enjoy this conversation, be sure to leave a review, share the episode, and tag me and Doug on social media!