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S2E3: Space Forensics! Bloodstain Pattern Analysis in Microgravity with Detective Zack Kowalske
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03/09/23 • 50 min
On this episode I spoke with Det. Zack Kowalske, an expert in bloodstain pattern analysis, crime scene reconstruction, and a pioneer in Space Forensics! We discussed BPA (bloodstain pattern analysis), some concerns in the field (error rates), and Zack's research on bloodstain pattern analysis in microgravity.
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Learn more about topics we discussed in this episode
The "black box study"
Accuracy and reproducibility of conclusions by forensic bloodstain pattern analysts,
Forensic Science International. R. Austin Hicklin, Kevin R. Winer, Paul E. Kish, Connie L. Parks, William Chapman, Kensley Dunagan, Nicole Richetelli, Eric G. Epstein, Madeline A. Ausdemore, Thomas A. Busey. Forensic Science International, Volume 325, 2021,110856,ISSN 0379-0738,https://doi.org/10.1016/j.forsciint.2021.110856.
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Kish, Sutton
https://www.amazon.com/Principles-Bloodstain-Pattern-Analysis-Investigations/dp/0849320143
Bevel, Gardener
https://www.amazon.com/Bloodstain-Introduction-Reconstruction-Practical-Investigations/dp/1420052683
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A Glimpse into Advanced Investigations: Exploring the Role of Private Investigators with William Losefsky
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02/19/25 • 76 min
In this episode of 'Secrets from the Crime Lab,' host Angela Swarts returns after a brief hiatus to delve into an enlightening conversation with William Losefsky of Investigative Concepts. With a background in law enforcement and extensive experience in private investigation, Losefsky shares his expertise in forensic death investigation, drug diversion in hospitals, and statement analysis. He emphasizes the importance of unbiased investigation and provides insights into how defense investigations can uncover critical truths overlooked in initial prosecutions. Angela and William discuss their shared experiences and the critical role of continuous learning in the field of forensic science.
To learn more about our guest please visit his website at https://investigate-it.com/
Bill will be speaking about "Complex Investigations and Special Investigative Techniques" at the Florida Association of Private Investigators annual conference March 3-5, 2025, visit https://myfapi.org/speakers-2025/ to learn more.
Bill is the principal owner of Investigative Concepts, LLC a private investigation agency operating in New Hampshire since 2002. He is a Board-Certified Criminal Defense Investigator CCDI, Board Certified Forensic Death Investigator, Certified Master Investigator, CMI and a Certified Anti-Terrorism Specialist, CAS. Bill has presented on investigative techniques, drug diversion investigation, active shooter, leadership/mentoring, use of force and project management.
Bill is the recipient of the Prestigious Lindberg Bell award through the (IAHSS) International Association for healthcare safety and security. William is the current President of the New Hampshire League of Investigators.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
00:53 Host's Background and Apology for Hiatus
01:24 Podcast Accessibility and Listener Support
02:07 Host's Professional Background
04:22 Guest Introduction: William Losefsky
05:13 William's Law Enforcement Journey
06:12 The Importance of Lifelong Learning in Investigations
07:06 Advanced Crime Scene Analysis Techniques
11:30 Challenges in Law Enforcement and Investigations
15:18 The Role of Evidence in Crime Scene Investigation
19:42 The Complexities of Death Investigations
31:03 Becoming a Certified Death Investigator
35:00 The Value of Specialized Skills in Investigations
41:29 Identifying Deceptive Behavior
42:41 Poker Tells and Real-World Applications
43:21 Investigations in Hospitals
46:44 Understanding Drug Diversion
53:26 Handling Hospital-Related Deaths
01:02:06 The Role of Private Investigators
01:12:23 Advice for Aspiring Investigators
01:13:37 Upcoming Conference and Contact Information
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Ep. 3 Teaser -The English Chemist: forensic science expert Dr. David Schudel
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02/25/22 • 4 min
Teaser trailer of episode 3 of Secrets from the Crime Lab. A peak into how the criminal justice system and crime laboratories intersect in England and Wales. Dr. Schudel discusses his experiences working as a forensic expert for both the prosecution and the defence conducting a wide variety of forensic analyses including forensic chemistry and cell site analysis.
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PART II - Case Solved? Unraveling a DNA thread in the Zodiac killer enigma. Featuring Forensic Scientist George Schiro
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10/05/23 • 35 min
Part II of George Schiro’s story about his involvement in unraveling the identity of the notorious Zodiac Killer. What did he find in his examination of the alleged DNA profile of the Zodiac and Gary Stewart? Is Gary Stewart the biological son of the infamous Zodiac?
This is part II! Be sure to listen to Part I first to get the whole story!
To learn more about or to contact the guest, George Schiro, M.S., visit his website.
Links to materials mentioned in this episode:
The Most Dangerous Animal of All, Documentary https://www.hulu.com/series/the-most-dangerous-animal-of-all-9a6e8380-72c4-45c4-b3c9-5bff434d4eb5
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Ep. 4 Document Authentication, handwriting analysis, mailbox bombings, and snipers. Forensic Document Examination with Meredith Dekalb Miller.
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03/09/22 • 43 min
This episode is the first in a series (non-sequential) providing overviews of different fields of forensic science.
Meredith Dekalb Miller is an FBI trained expert in Forensic Document Examination with almost twenty years experience in both criminal and civil matters. Her work revolves around determining the authenticity and sometimes reconstruction of documents.
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Ep. 3 The English Chemist: Cell site analysis, drugs, weird fingerprints, and egg fraud. With forensic science expert Dr. David Schudel (Full episode)
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03/01/22 • 57 min
Following on from episode 2...this time our discussion focuses on the experiences of David Schudel, PhD as an expert in the UK. He is an expert in Forensic Chemistry, Fire Analysis, and Cell site analysis (to name a few) and over the years has become that guy who catches all the weird cases. Join us as we explore how the forensic scientist fits into the criminal justice system in England and Wales and hear about a few of those extra weird ones...
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Angela Tanzillo-Swarts, MBE
To get in touch with the guest:
David Schudel, PhD
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EP.2 When it all goes wrong. Featuring forensic expert Tiffany Roy, MSFS, JD
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02/09/22 • 75 min
What happens when the crime laboratory gets it wrong? In this episode we discuss the issues with relying solely on laboratory accreditation to determine if a forensic science laboratory is doing the testing correctly, what happens when a lab fails as it did in Washington, D.C., and how other laboratories manage to recover and regain customer confidence. We explore how organizations like the Texas Forensic Science Commission work to ensure quality forensic science work by taking action and the better way for laboratories to respond and improve after a complaint.
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Helpful Links:
Forensic Aid, LLC
Tiffany Roy, MSFS, JD
Organization of Scientific Area Committees (OSAC)
SNA International Audit Report
DC Lab Criminal Case Filing
Texas Forensic Science Commission
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EP.1 How do you know the crime lab did it right?
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02/09/22 • 71 min
Ensuring the validity of the crime laboratory’s test result is paramount. Ensuring that the lab is impartial, competent, and committed to confidentiality is an integral part of that assurance.
PLAN - DO - CHECK - ACT
Laboratory Accreditation demonstrates conformance with international standards, giving the customer of a crime laboratory confidence in the test results.
In this episode we explore the ISO/IEC standards specific to forensic testing and calibration laboratories. These standards apply to labs performing a wide-range of forensic tests: biology/DNA, bloodstain pattern analysis, drug chemistry/ controlled substances, toxicology, firearms, blood alcohol, friction ridge, fire debris and explosives, digital evidence, and many more.
This episode sets foundational knowledge for future episodes that will explore the issues, challenges, and scandals facing many laboratories and how having a robust quality assurance program is essential for driving improvements.
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Helpful Links:
https://www.coursera.org/learn/challenging-forensic-science
International Organization for Standardization
ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)
American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA)
United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS)
The National Registry of Exonerations
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Ep. 5 Consent, DNA databases, and misuse of a San Francisco rape victim's DNA.
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03/17/22 • 43 min
This week's discussion is all about consent and ethical use of genetic information, including DNA databases. I define and discuss what is meant by consent and informed consent and how it's related to the treatment of Henrietta Lacks and how her story triggered the development of ethical practices in medical science. What are the responsibilities of the forensic geneticist? The law enforcement investigator? What should you think about before volunteering a DNA sample...It's a big topic, and this is only the start if the discussion.
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Get in touch on the Contact PageHelpful links and to learn more about the topics covered in this episode:
- Genetic papers containing data from China’s ethnic minorities draw fire
- FBI Quality Assurance Standards
- ANAB guidance for professional responsibility
- Stats on sexual assaults – lack of reporting
- https://www.csofs.org/
- https://www.aafs.org/
- https://nij.ojp.gov/funding/informed-consent-requirements
- https://nij.ojp.gov/funding/common-rule
- https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/fruit_of_the_poisonous_tree
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Ep. 6 Science SNiP: Forensic DNA Phenotyping, Predicting Human Appearance
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03/28/22 • 27 min
DNA as the "Biological Witness". Forensic DNA Phenotyping predicts the externally visible characteristics - i.e. what a person may look like - from their biological material. It has applications in criminal investigations when other leads have failed, missing persons identification, and anthropological research.
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Links to material discussed in this episode and other links of interest:
King Richard III Identification
Double-murder case example
Missing Person Identification
ACLU Opinion on FDP
Walsh Laboratory
HIrisplex at Erasmus University
Kayser M. Forensic DNA Phenotyping: Predicting human appearance from crime scene material for investigative purposes. Forensic Sci Int Genet. 2015 Sep;18:33-48. doi: 10.1016/j.fsigen.2015.02.003. Epub 2015 Feb 16. PMID: 25716572.
Chaitanya L, Breslin K, Zuñiga S, Wirken L, Pośpiech E, Kukla-Bartoszek M, Sijen T, Knijff P, Liu F, Branicki W, Kayser M, Walsh S. The HIrisPlex-S system for eye, hair and skin colour prediction from DNA: Introduction and forensic developmental validation. Forensic Sci Int Genet. 2018 Jul;35:123-135. doi: 10.1016/j.fsigen.2018.04.004. Epub 2018 Apr 12. PMID: 29753263.
Liu F, van Duijn K, Vingerling JR, Hofman A, Uitterlinden AG, Janssens AC, Kayser M. Eye color and the prediction of complex phenotypes from genotypes. Curr Biol. 2009 Mar 10;19(5):R192-3. doi: 10.1016/j.cub.2009.01.027. PMID: 19278628.
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How many episodes does Secrets From the Crime Lab have?
Secrets From the Crime Lab currently has 16 episodes available.
What topics does Secrets From the Crime Lab cover?
The podcast is about Forensic, True Crime, Podcasts, Education, Science, Dna and Scandal.
What is the most popular episode on Secrets From the Crime Lab?
The episode title 'Ep. 4 Document Authentication, handwriting analysis, mailbox bombings, and snipers. Forensic Document Examination with Meredith Dekalb Miller.' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Secrets From the Crime Lab?
The average episode length on Secrets From the Crime Lab is 53 minutes.
How often are episodes of Secrets From the Crime Lab released?
Episodes of Secrets From the Crime Lab are typically released every 16 days, 16 hours.
When was the first episode of Secrets From the Crime Lab?
The first episode of Secrets From the Crime Lab was released on Feb 9, 2022.
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