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Listening to the Dead - Forensics uncovered

Lynda La Plante and Cass Sutherland
Body Farms
Forensic Geology
Texas State University
Decomposition
Forensic Anthropology
Criminal Investigations
Soil Analysis
Geological Trace Evidence
Crime Scene Investigation
Forensic Scientists
Moors Murders
Law Enforcement
Dr. Daniel J. Wescott
Forensic Science
Human Taphonomy
Criminal Gangs
Criminal Justice
Art Fraud
Sherlock Holmes
Osama Bin Laden

If you want to know what criminal investigation is like in real life, then get ready for a podcast that puts YOU at the crime scene.

This series will look at the latest developments, the famous cases and how the forensic scientists are meeting the challenge laid down by a criminal who is forensically aware.

Lynda La Plante has always been fascinated by criminality and the people that solve crime... more

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This is the second in a two-part mini series on forensic taphonomy centres or body farms. This week Lynda and Cass are meeting Dr Anna Williams, Professor of Forensic Science at the University of Central Lancashire.

At present there are only a do... more

Forensic taphonomy is the study of what happens to a body between death and discovery. It’s one of the oldest forensic disciplines and one of the most controversial. Why? Because to properly study forensic taphonomy you need bodies. The Victorians to... more

This is the second of a two-part mini series discussing the extraordinary science of Forensic Geology with leading expert Dr Laurance Donnelly.

Forensic geology is the application of geology to aid the investigation of crime – and it's arguably th... more

This is the first of a two-part mini series discussing the extraordinary science of Forensic Geology with leading expert Dr Laurance Donnelly.

Forensic geology is the application of geology to aid the investigation of crime – and it's arguably the... more

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Professor Anna Williams
Expert on Forensic Taphonomy advocating for body farms in the UK.
University of Central Lancashire
Episode: S4 Ep6: Body Farms – Part 2
Dr. Daniel J. Wescott
Professor of Anthropology and Director of the Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State University.
Texas State University
Episode: S4 Ep5: Body Farms - Part 1
Dr. Laurance Donnelly
Chair of the International Union of Geological Sciences Initiative on Forensic Geology and pioneer in forensic geology.
International Union of Geological Sciences
Episode: S4 Ep3: Forensic Geology – Part 1

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 181 ratings
  • Fascinating stuff

    Love forensics and this podcast is great. Pat the forensic botanist needs her own story time podcast talking about plants. She’s got the most soothing voice I’ve ever heard, and her knowledge is extraordinary. What an amazing expert. Could listen to her all day!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Shhhhhhjess
    Australia2 years ago
  • Fascinating

    Please could we have more .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hovcgkxw357
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • This podcast series will keep you engaged, intrigued, and thoroughly entertained. Lynda La Plante and her well curated team of forensic and police force experts will keep you thrilled, intrigued and on your toes, like your favorite whodunnits do. Lynda is a terrific writer and I absolutely adore m her books and dramatizations. Follow this series, you’d be so glad you did.

    Audible
    5
    mes demoiselles
    United States3 years ago
  • Fabulous true crime podcast

    This podcast series will keep you engaged, intrigued, and thoroughly entertained. Lynda La Plante and her well curated team of forensic and police force experts will keep you thrilled, intrigued and on your toes, like your favorite whodunnits do. Lynda is a terrific writer and I absolutely adore m her books and dramatizations. Follow this series, you’d be so glad you did.

    Audible
    5
    mes demoiselles
    United States3 years ago
  • Lynda the sleuth

    Really enjoyed this series I wish the one more episodes. Fascinating behind the scenes forensic information along with the history of the science.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    boadicea Queen of the Iceni
    Canada3 years ago

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S4 Ep6: Body Farms – Part 2
Q: What benefits would a body farm bring to forensic science in the UK?
It would enhance training for police and forensic scientists, improve understanding of decomposition in UK climates, and facilitate valuable research.
S4 Ep6: Body Farms – Part 2
Q: What does it take to get a body farm established in the UK?
It requires lobbying for regulatory changes and public support to recognize the importance of such facilities.
S4 Ep5: Body Farms - Part 1
Q: What are the main environmental factors affecting decomposition?
Soil composition, moisture levels, and climatic conditions play significant roles in the rate of decomposition.
S4 Ep5: Body Farms - Part 1
Q: Why do you think it took so long for other body farm sites to become established?
It was a combination of law enforcement involvement needing time to recognize the value of research and the administrative support needed to establish these facilities.

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