Al Scudieri

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Behind the Scenes in the life of an FBI agent

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Al Scudieri

Al Scudieri is a thirty-year veteran of the FBI. He served in the New York, Birmingham, Washington D.C., San Juan, and Tampa FBI offices. In Tampa, he supervised investigations involving Public Corruption matters, investment fraud, healthcare fraud, Defense Department fraud, and bank failures. Many of his cases were featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Forbes Magazine, and on the “60 Minutes” television news program. He served on the San Juan and Tampa SWAT teams for more than twenty years. After retiring from the FBI, Al was the chief investigator for law firms in Tampa and Atlanta where he investigated Medicare fraud cases…
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A Fortunate Fed

Behind the Scenes in the life of an FBI agent

Candid, fast-paced, and deeply human, “A Fortunate Fed” is a heartfelt memoir filled with action,irony and humor that captures the adrenaline and authenticity of life inside the FBI. The book’s stories take readers behind the scenes of real investigations and everyday moments balancing tension of high-stakes operations with the wit and warmth of personal reflection. With an eye for detail and a gift for humor, Scudieri delivers a unique portrait of duty, sacrifice, and the unpredictable path of life in the FBI.
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Al at discussion with former FBI Director William Webster and former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Conner.
Al in the Wiz’s Lamborghini.
Al (with family) as president of the former FBI agents society.
Al and former agents society board members meet with FBI Director Christopher Wray.
Bubba Youmans at his retirement party.
AUSA Greg Kehoe, Al, NY Yankee legends Phil Rizzuto and Reggie Jackson, and SAC Al McCreight
Posh the cat.
Al and Desert Storm commander General Norman Schwarzkopf.
Al and FBI Agents Association board with Senator Bob Dole.
SAC Bob Butler, Former FBI/CIA Director William Webster, Al, and former SAC Phil McNiff.

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what readers are saying

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What a great read!!!!! Al did an excellent job of portraying a very interesting and successful career of service to our Nation.
chris mulhall
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As a retired FBI Special Agent, I found Al Scudieri's book to be a very accurate and authentic accounting of the day-to-day experiences in the lives of those of us who carried the FBI Badge. It is informative, interesting and very well-written. I highly recommend it.
Douglas k. deWolfe
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“A Fortunate Fed” provides a wonderfully readable retrospective on Al Scudieri’s illustrious 30-year career in the FBI. Scudieri vividly conveys the excitement and danger he experienced while carrying out the investigations and the cases he handled as does his enthusiasm and love for the work he was doing. His devotion to public service and his integrity come through loud and clear as well as his sense of humor and compassion. I hope Scudieri will draw on and share more of the trove of experiences and stories he gathered over the course of his 30 years with the Bureau.
J. Siegel
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A “Fortunate Fed” was an intriguing read. It had not only captivating stories but was a history lesson too. These complex cases, like the one involving the NY Yankees, keeps you thinking. Thank you to the agents and their families for the sacrifices they made to keep us safe.
Joe Jacoby
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A wonderful ride-along with an FBI agent! I read it all one rainy Sunday as I couldn't wait to see what next adventure was in store for Al. From terrorist plots, political corruption, Arab oil embargos, drug smuggling, etc... Al was involved in them all! If you like history, or if you are from Tampa, FL where Al ended his career, this is a fun, fantastic must read. Ian S. Giovinco
ian giovinco
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Al Scudieri delivers an engaging well written account that stands as both an informative look at the FBI‘s work and a compelling personal story of a long and distinguished career spanning three decades. I always used to rate my supervisors and managers by GOOD, BETTER and BEST. Al Scudieri was at the top of the BEST list for many reasons. - Richard (Ski) Witkowsky, FBI Special Agent (Retired)
Florida resident
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The FBI has been given a human face in this entertaining, informative book by Al Scudieri. His many years as an agent has given him the opportunity to share exciting experiences he had solving cases, and to let us in on the family part of his life. Together these two give a full picture of what it means to live as someone who stands between the American people and some who would lie, cheat and kill inocent people, steal secrets from the government and cause mayhem. A unique insider view of those who protect us.
Rev. Bob
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Retired agent Scudieri takes the reader on an event-filled career in the FBI - from a clerkship at age 18 under J. Edgar Hoover through 30 years and several more Directors. His list of cases investigated and solved includes the Mafia, shoot-outs, political corruption, bank robberies, fraud and a reverse sting operation as well as his time leading a S.W.A.T. team. His recounting of his work is touched with humor and occasionally sadness at the loss of fellow agents. His writing - especially regarding his colleagues and family - is personal and touching. This book is an exceptional look into the life of a Special Agent of the FBI.
judy s. hoyer

A Fortunate Fed

Behind the Scenes in the life of an FBI agent

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A Fortunate Fed