Latest Coroner Podcast Episodes
Get up - Don't Be Blue
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - January 15, 2024 07:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsA few years ago, the third Monday in January was labeled Blue Monday by many experts in the mental health field. But no matter what day of the week it occurs on, Anita Agers-Brooks, common trauma expert, and author of Getting Through What You Can’t Get Over, believes January 15th is a good baro...
External Body Exams - Yes or No?
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - January 10, 2024 12:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsMidweek training tips are short focused training to help you become a better investigator, and human. These short tips are a production of the Coroner Talk podcast and the Death Investigation Training Academy. Training tips are given each week by an Academy instructor or industry peer.
Having a Preparedness Mindset
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - January 03, 2024 12:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsMidweek training tips are short focused training to help you become a better investigator, and human. These short tips are a production of the Coroner Talk podcast and the Death Investigation Training Academy. Training tips are given each week by an Academy instructor or industry peer.
Spontaneous Suicide
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - January 01, 2024 13:54 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsIn this episode Darren has a conversation with a student about spontaneous suicide. They discuss what it is and does it really exist. Referred to sometimes as Acute Suicide or Impulsive Suicide, the debate is whether there are suicide deaths by people who just decide for no apparent reason to en...
Jan Canty-What Now
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - June 14, 2023 06:30 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsAfter having to identify her husband by his severed head, Jan Canty started a life journey of discovering what being a survivor of violent crime is like. In this episode we discuss the crime that changed her life forever and what she has done to survive this journey. One accomplishment is he...
Understanding Blood Patterns
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - June 03, 2023 13:09 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsIn this episode I talk with Jeff Gentry about the importance of understanding blood stains. You don’t have to be an expert to recognize something is not adding up. We also discuss his new online courses and a new Blood Pattern Guide he has written. Links to all material discussed can be fou...
Introducing the all new MDI Investigator Course
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - February 01, 2023 06:30 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsIn this episode, I introduce the all-new and expanded Medicolegal Death Investigator classroom course. The course has a new location, new training, and many additional perks and features. You can learn more about the course and the updates at: https://ditacademy.org/mldi
Don't F*up the Crime Scene
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - January 18, 2023 06:30 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsOn this episode, I am a guest on the Don't F*up the Crime Scene Podcast with Kevin Hearst. You can find more of his show at - https://www.spreaker.com/show/dont-fuck-up-the-crime-scene I also introduce the all-new Medicolegal Death Investigator classroom course. New location, new trainin...
Introduction to Blood Pattern
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - December 21, 2022 06:30 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsIn this episode, I share a small portion of a new online course, Introduction to Blood Pattern Analysis. You can find more about that course at the link below. https://www.ditacademyonline.org/courses/bpa-introduction
Analyzing Statements for Deception
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - December 07, 2022 06:30 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsIn this episode, you will learn the importance of detecting deception in interactions with victims, witnesses, and suspects and be introduced to techniques used to analyze verbal or written statements. I talked with Mark Bailey about how a written statement can be analyzed for truthfulness or d...
Court Room Preparation and Testimony
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - November 22, 2022 06:30 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsTestifying in court can be terrifying if you are not used to it. Even experienced investigators need good reminders now and then on how to perform better. When testifying in court; the eyes of the jury, the judge, the prosecutor, the defense, and the public– are on you! Your reputation and th...
Evidence in Infant Deaths
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - November 09, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsOnline Course Click Here: Investigating Infant and Child Death Death Investigator Newsletter: Click Here for Newsletter Info. When it comes to all death investigations, but especially where an infant or child is involved, you should be led by the thinking that you only get one c...
Infant Death - Scene Arrival First Contact
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - October 26, 2022 05:30 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsOnline Course Click Here: Investigating Infant and Child Death Death Investigator Newsletter: Click Here for Newsletter Info. When it comes to all death investigations, but especially where an infant or child is involved, you should be led by the thinking that you only get one c...
Infant Death Investigation - The Foundation
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - October 12, 2022 05:30 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsOnline Course Click Here: Investigating Infant and Child Death Death Investigator Newsletter: Click Here for Newsletter Info. When it comes to all death investigations, but especially where an infant or child is involved, you should be led by the thinking that you only get one ...
Preparedness Mindset
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - September 28, 2022 05:30 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsBut having a preparedness mindset is critical as an investigator. We get used to the day-to-day calls and never put a lot of thought into the time we will be thrust into a large investigation. Whether that be a large, emotionally draining investigation or one that might be, or seem to be, above...
Death Investigator Newsletter Announcement
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - September 27, 2022 19:28 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsWe have revamped an old idea into an interactive monthly newsletter—best of all, it's totally free. To learn more and subscribe, go to deathinvestigatormagazine.com
Survivor Support Programs
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - September 14, 2022 05:30 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsSupport Services staff are trained professionals from various fields, including medicine, mental health, and law enforcement. The team is committed to providing sincere and compassionate support at a pace survivors are comfortable with. We maintain the highest level of confidentiality. We are av...
Suicide Investigations - What can the Body Tell Us?
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - August 31, 2022 05:30 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsCheck out the online course here: https://www.ditacademyonline.org/courses/Suicide-and-Self-Harm An initial exam while still on the scene is imperative for the overall determination of cause and manner of death as well as collecting time sensitive facts and evidence. This exam is only the fi...
Suicide Victimology
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - August 17, 2022 05:30 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsCheck out the online course here: https://www.ditacademyonline.org/courses/Suicide-and-Self-Harm Victimology is the collection and assessment of any significant information as it pertains to the victim and his or her lifestyle. Investigators must know the victim and complete a victimology st...
Suicide Statistics Degrees of Certainty
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - August 10, 2022 16:42 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsCheck out the online course here: https://www.ditacademyonline.org/courses/Suicide-and-Self-Harm Suicide deaths account for nearly 46,00 deaths in the United States, about one death every five minutes. The number per year has continued to grow for the past several years. Investigators fa...
MWT - Report Writing
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - March 09, 2022 07:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsMid-Week tips are short episodes designed to give advice, tips, and ideas that can make your job easier and make you a better investigator. Some may be practical, and others may be experience-based opinions. To learn more about the podcast go to coronertalk.com To learn about our Academy and...
MWT - Preparation Mindset
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - March 02, 2022 07:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsMid-Week tips are short episodes designed to give advice, tips, and ideas that can make your job easier and make you a better investigator. Some may be practical, and others may be experience-based opinions. To learn more about the podcast go to coronertalk.com To learn about our Academy and...
MWT - Police Functions v. MDI Functions
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - February 23, 2022 07:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsMid-Week tips are short episodes designed to give advice, tips, and ideas that can make your job easier and make you a better investigator. Some may be practical, and others may be experience-based opinions. To learn more about the podcast go to coronertalk.com To learn about our Academy and...
MWT - Perception Can Be Our Reality
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - February 16, 2022 17:07 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsMid-Week tips are short episodes designed to give advice, tips, and ideas that can make your job easier and make you a better investigator. Some may be practical, and others may be experience-based opinions. To learn more about the podcast go to coronertalk.com To learn about our Academy and...
MWT - Do you inspire or manipulate?
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - February 09, 2022 07:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsMid-Week tips are short episodes designed to give advice, tips, and ideas that can make your job easier and make you a better investigator. Some may be practical, and others may be experience-based opinions. To learn more about the podcast go to coronertalk.com To learn about our Academy and...
Genealogy DNA Case Study
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - February 07, 2022 06:30 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsPut simply, IGG describes the process of using information about genetic similarities and known family relationships to generate investigative leads. The basic information used in IGG falls into two categories: genetic relative information, which is generated by a genetic genealogy database base...
MWT-External Body Exams
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - February 02, 2022 07:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsMid-Week tips are short episodes designed to give advice, tips, and ideas that can make your job easier and make you a better investigator. Some may be practical, and others may be experience-based opinions. To learn more about the podcast go to coronertalk.com To learn about our Academy and...
Challenges of location NOK in transent society
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - January 31, 2022 06:30 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsIn this episode, Darren and Wendy discuss the Evolution and challenges of locating and notifying NOK in a transient society. With the modern age we live in it is getting harder to located next-of-kin in some cases. Issues such as homelessness and a transient lifestyle of a deceased can create h...
Challenges of social media in death investigations
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - January 24, 2022 06:30 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsIn this episode, Darren and Wendy discuss the good and bad of Social media as it relates to death investigations. Social media can be a big help in certain areas and a huge obstacle in others. We discuss the pros and cons and give some caution in how best to use and manage social media in y...
Avoiding Scene Mistakes
Coroner Talk™ | Death Investigation Training | Police and Law Enforcement - January 17, 2022 06:30 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 184 ratingsDue to the very nature of sudden and/or violent deaths, many things can and do go wrong in the first few hours after discovery. Death scenes have a way of bringing together many individuals with various responsibilities and experiences. This unique group can consist of uniformed officers, det...
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