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What the Forensics

Rebecca, Journey, and Nicole

What the Forensics is a true crime podcast that explores the world of forensic science through the lens of three hosts who, while not experts in the field, are deeply fascinated by the intersection of crime and science. Drawing on their university backgrounds in forensic science, the hosts take listeners on a journey through the fascinating world of forensic investigation, exploring real-life cases and the techniques and technologies used to solve crimes. With its unique perspective and engaging

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Ep. 40 - Cults I: Aum Shinrikyo & Biological Warfare

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2022/10/06

How did one man's hope of spreading peace through meditation and worship spiral into him becoming the God of his own deadly cult? This kicks off our 3-part special on cults. Join us this week as Rebecca share the story of Aum Shinrikyo, the cult known as the "religion for the elite" who was responsible for two of Japan's most deadly terrorist attacks, then Nicole delves into the fascinating topic of biological warfare and how even the smallest of biological organisms can become

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Special Episode - Highway of Tears & Starlight Tours

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2022/09/30

This is a special episode where in honour of the National day of Truth and Reconciliation, September 30, we have decided to focus on some cases of wrongful death and murder of Indigenous men, women, and children in Canada. We felt that since we are fortunate enough to have this platform we need to bring awareness to the atrocities that Indigenous communities face everyday. This episode is definitely one of a more somber nature and we hope that it encourages you to educate yourself on the issues that

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Ep. 39 - Plane Crashes & Forensic Engineering

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2022/09/15

Mayday, mayday! I repeat, mayday, we're going down .... a rabbit hole of information as Journey tells us all about three different plane crashes, SwissAir Flight 111, Flight TWA-800, and MH370. After fueling Journey's own flight anxiety, Rebecca follows up by teaching us about forensic engineering and its importance in solving the questions around why certain things may not work the way they're supposed to. Listener’s discretion is advised as there is discussion of: mass

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Ep. 38 - Alexander Litvinenko & Radiation Poisoning

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2022/08/25

Have you ever wondered how much radiation the human body can withstand? In this episode of What The Forensics we discuss the controversial case of Alexander Litvinenko, an ex-Russian KGB agent who gets exposed to Polonium-210 while seeking asylum in the UK. Rebecca tells us all about who Alexander Litvinenko was and what led him to the seek out safety in the United Kingdom. Nicole then educates us on how radiation poisoning works, signs, symptoms, and different types of exposure. This is a

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Ep. 37 - Ray Krone & Forensic Podiatry

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2022/08/04

Join us as we delve into another wrongful conviction case, one that baffles us all (especially Nicole), that covers Ray Krone who was sentenced to death based on circumstantial evidence and exonerated 10 years later. Forensic podiatric evidence was used in support of DNA samples that proved Ray Krone's innocence once and for all. ** Just an apology too for any background mic noise heard while Nicole tells us about Ray Krone's case study... she's come to find out that fidgeting with

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Ep. 36 - Richard Ramirez & Stalking pt. 2

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2022/07/14

Join us this week as we delve into the case of Richard Ramirez a.k.a The Night Stalker. Nicole shares with us all the ups and downs of Richard Ramirez's life and how he evolved into the serial killer/rapist he was. Rebecca then educates us on the different typologies of stalking and some broader behaviors that someone has to exhibit to be considered a stalker. This episode is definitely one you don't want to miss!!Interested in learning more about when WTF releases new episodes, contests,

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Ep. 35 - Patricia Allen & Stalking pt. 1

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2022/06/23

Stalking has always been a crime...right? In the first episode of our two-part stalking special, we discuss a stalking case study and the legal history of stalking.Journey delves into the lesser known case of Ottawa-resident Patricia Allen, whose devastating case influenced Canadian laws surrounding stalking and cross-bow carry. Rebecca follows this by discussing the much-needed laws surrounding stalking, which came into effect much later than you may expect! The topic of domestic violence is

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Ep. 34 - The Redhead Murders & Forensic Taphonomy

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2022/05/30

In this episode Nicole tells us all about the processes of decomposition and body farms. She explains which environmental and non-environmental processes can affect a body and what we can learn from in a forensic setting. Rebecca then tells us all about the Redhead Murders that happened along highways in the United States. She explores the investigative processes, similarities and differences between victims, and what investigators know about potential suspects. This episode is super informative so

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Ep. 33 - The Romanov's & Forensic Anthropology

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2022/05/12

Have you ever seen Disney’s movie "Anastasia"? If so, this is one episode you won't want to miss; listen in and try to compare and contrast the real life Anastasia with Disney’s! In this episode we investigate missing Russian royalty, betrayal, and you guessed it, bones! Nicole gives us a great overview of the history of the Romanov's, the last royal family of Russia, and the tragic end to their 3 century long reign. We then learn all about Forensic Anthropology from our resident

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Ep. 32 - Al Capone & Forensic Accounting

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2022/04/21

Curious what it takes to be the biggest gangster in Chicago? Tune in to this episode where we discuss "Scarface" Al Capone and forensic accounting. We cover the infamous St. Valentines Day Massacre, Alcatraz, and Syphilis while discussing Al Capone. We then dive into the intricacies of forensic accounting, what they're in charge of, what cases they work on, and how they caught Al Capone. This episode is one you don't want to miss!!Apologies in advance as both Nicole and Journey

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Ep. 31 - Steven Truscott & Forensic Entomology

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2022/03/31

"Ugh it's the 50's"You'll be hearing us say that a lot in this episode as we get increasingly more frustrated with the way this case was conducted. This week we are talking about the case of Steven Truscott & Lynne Harper. In 1959, 14-year-old Steven Truscott was charged with the sexual assault and murder of 12-year-old Lynne Harper in Ontario, Canada. This case continues on until new evidence is brought to light in 2007, which is where Nicole comes in and educates us on

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Ep. 30 - Ted Kaczynski & Forensic Linguistics

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2022/03/10

"You can't have your cake and eat it too." Notice anything wrong with this phrase?Join us this week as we discuss the case of Ted Kaczynski and Forensic Linguistics. Nicole tells us all about the genius bombmaker Ted Kaczynski and his two decade long reign of terror. Journey then tells us how forensic linguistics played an instrumental role in catching the Unabomber and the intricacies of how he was apprehended. You'll learn all about what your writing style says about you and

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Ep. 29 - The Lindbergh Kidnapping & Forensic Document...

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2022/02/10

Have you ever wondered if your handwriting style is unique to you? What about whether you could be identified from a simple handwritten note? Rebecca educates us that yes, even our handwriting can be identified by professionals... but how? Journey starts us off with the riveting case study of the kidnapping of Charles Lindberg Jr. (yes, the son of THE Charles Lindberg), where a ransom note was key evidence to making an arrest. Rebecca takes over after and shares all the different ways documents can

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Ep. 28 - Mark Twitchell & Blood Pattern Analysis

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2022/01/20

Join us this week as we delve into Albertan killer Mark Twitchell and Bloodstain patter analysis. This topic was suggested by one of our listeners and it does not disappoint! Rebecca captivates us when telling about who Mark Twitchell was and what he did and then Nicole educates us on how to analyze bloodstain patterns at a crime scene. So if you’re a fan of the TV show Dexter, make sure to tune in!Listeners discretion advised: descriptions of blood and murder. Interested in learning more about

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Ep. 27 - Jim Jones & Forensic Toxicology

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2021/12/30

Don't drink the kool-aid? Or do you mean the Flavor-aid? Join us this week on What the Forensics to hear Nicole tell us about the life story of Jim Jones, and how he came to be the man that caused the Jonestown Massacre, one of America's largest non-natural disaster civilian fatality events. To learn about what was in the "kool-aid", Journey educates us on the topic of forensic toxicology, and how this forensic science played an instrumental role in the Jonestown

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Ep. 26 - Feral People & The National Parks Conspiracy

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2021/12/02

What makes us human? Is it how we talk, how we behave, how we walk? If a person is raised by animals, does that change how we perceive "being human"? Join us in this week's episode to learn about feral people and the various causes that make them this way. Learn all about the case of Genie, one of the most prolific "feral people", as well as stories of those who were raised by various animals. Next, we delve into the conspiracy theory that feral people are living in the

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Ep. 25 - Wayne Boden & Forensic Odontology

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2021/11/05

Ever wonder if your bite mark could convict you of a crime? Are your teeth really as unique as fingerprints or DNA? Find out this episode as we delve into the killings of Wayne Boden, Canada's Vampire Rapist. Rebecca telling us about the man who took the lives of women in Montreal and Calgary, leaving a signature of his own at each scene. Nicole continues to conversation with detailing the use of forensic odontology, specifically bite mark comparison and analysis, along with some possible pros

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Ep. 24 - Anatoly Moskvin & Mummies

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2021/10/07

Join us this week to hear about the curious tale of Anatoly Moskvin, a Russian philologist turned "doll" maker and the science of mummification. In this episode, we explore the process of mummification, its history, and why it is relevant to this intriguing case. Nicole shares a post with Moskvin sympathizers, Journey gets very excited about telling us about mummies, and Rebecca ends the episode with a great joke, so make sure that you give this episode a listen. Interested in learning

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Ep. 23 - Unsolved Serial Killers

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2021/09/16

What the Forensics is one year old! In this anniversary special, we each share different unsolved cases of serial killers. Journey begins this episode with the chilling case of the Cleveland Torso Murderer, who was known to disarticulate the bodies of his victims; Nicole follows up by telling us all about the case of the Long Island Serial Killer, whose case is still under investigation today; and Rebecca ends this episode with the case of Jack the Stripper, an unsolved killer that got their

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Ep. 22 - Fred & Rosemary West: Couple Killers

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2021/08/26

Let's talk about Murh-darh!Join us this episode as we explore Fred & Rosemary West, their gruesome and disgusting crimes, and how team serial killers differ from solo serial killers. This episode is super interesting, informative and has a 'killer' joke at the end, so make sure to tune in. Interested in learning more about when WTF releases new episodes, contests, and more? Make sure to give us a follow on:Facebook: @whattheforensicsInstagram: @whattheforenicsTwitter:

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