Best Stephen Novak Podcasts (2025)

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Embercast 3- Arc vs. Arc Site: Why Words Matter in Fire Investigation ft. Engineer Cameron Novak; Merry Christmas! 23:50

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Send us a text In this Christmas Eve Embercast, Chasity and Scott slow things down with a short, informal episode focused on listener feedback, community connection, and the continued growth of the fire investigation profession. Rather than a full-length case discussion, this Ember-style episode highlights messages from investigators around the wor…

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S.2 Ep.25- Inside IAAI Training Week: Evidence, Vehicles, and Real Fire Investigator Lessons ft. Chris Ellis, Anabelle Brown, and Elliot Brown 1:09:01

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Send us a text This episode is basically a training recap and a reality check for anyone trying to level up in origin and cause—especially in motor vehicle fires and evidence handling. Scott Kuhlman and Chasity Owens kick things off by talking about hosting multiple IAAI classes in Orange County, including the newer Evidence Collection course and t…

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162 - Droid 48:24

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// YOU CAN RUN FROM THE MEMORIES // BUT THEY WILL ALWAYS BE BY YOUR SIDE // IT WILL ALWAYS BE BY YOUR SIDE "DROID," a new science fiction tale from The Wrong Station. Written by Jacob Duarte Spiel, and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by subscribing to our Patreon at ⁠www.patreon.com/thewrongstation⁠. Explore bran…

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The Gentlemen From Hell 31:45

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This week we're partnering with the fine folks from The Gentlemen From Hell! You can out more about the show and other projects from the Maltopia team at https://www.maeltopia.com *** Three private detectives investigate the mystery of Cold Sparrow - a town that's entire population disappeared without a trace over twenty years ago. Together, the de…

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S.2 Ep.24- Back to the Basics; NFPA 921 Ch. 4 - Basic Methodology 1:01:43

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Send us a text In this episode, Scott Kuhlman and Chasity Owens kick off an exciting new series diving deep into NFPA 921—starting with one of the most critical chapters in the entire guide: Chapter 4, Basic Methodology. This episode blends expert-level fire investigation insight with the podcast’s signature humor, storytelling, and real-world case…

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161 - Palaces Below 35:12

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// WHY SETTLE FOR GREY SKIES // WHEN THERE IS SUCH COLOUR, SUCH BEAUTY... // JUST BELOW YOUR FEET? The Wrong Station descends into the deep, warm darkness in... "Palaces Below." Written by Alexander Saxton, and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by subscribing to our Patreon at ⁠www.patreon.com/thewrongstation⁠. Exp…

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S.2 Ep.23- Negative Corpus vs Process of Elimination; Two Alarms, Three Fires, One Security Guard 1:07:48

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Send us a text On this episode, Scott and Chasity go deep into a real commercial structure fire that went all the way to jury trial—and nearly got labeled as “negative corpus” by the defense. They walk through the fire from first alarm to conviction: a midnight manual pull station, sprinklers flowing on stacked cardboard, a lone security guard, mul…

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160 - Thesmophoria 30:20

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// A SACRED, SECRET RITE // A HUSBAND'S SUSPICION // AN OFFERING TO THE GODDESS The Wrong Station journeys into the hills and deep into the earth in... "Thesmophoria." Written by Alexander Saxton, and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by subscribing to our Patreon at ⁠www.patreon.com/thewrongstation⁠. Explore brand…

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S.2 Ep.22 - Protect, Prepare, Participate: The Importance of Safety, Training, & Membership from IAAI Florida Chapter. ft. President Joe Pietrafesa & Vice President Stephen Dollar. 50:57

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Send us a text In this episode, Chasity and Scott head to Florida to sit down with newly elected Florida Chapter President Joe Pietrafesa and newly elected Vice President Stephen Dollar. Recorded on Disney property during the state conference, this conversation dives into the real-world challenges fire investigators are facing today—from AI-altered…

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Halloween Snips on a Kaiser | Decade of Dread #31 29:53

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // A FAIR MAID WATCHES FROM THE DARK STALKS. // A STRANGER KNOCKS; INVITING, INSISTENT. // AND THE KAISER STRIKES AGAIN. "Snips on a Kaiser," a grand return coordinated by The Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton, Anthony Botelho, and Jacob Duarte Spiel, and perform…

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Cemetery Pears | Decade of Dread #30 21:32

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // MEMORIES ARE SWEET. CRISP AND TART. // BUT THEY CAN ALSO BE BITTER. // AND ROTTEN BENEATH THE SKIN. "Cemetery Pears," a look back on fond days with The Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton, and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station b…

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Cuckoo (by Lucy Winter) | Decade of Dread #29 14:57

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // SOMETHING COLD IN THE WARMTH. SOMETHING STRANGE IN THE FAMILIAR. WHY WON'T YOU NOTICE SOMETHING'S WRONG? "Cuckoo." a chilling new tale... from The Wrong Station. Written by Lucy Winter, and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by subscrib…

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Geary Pond (by Shannon Farrell) | Decade of Dread #28 17:36

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // SOME HISTORY IS BEST LEFT BENEATH THE SURFACE. // BUT WHAT'S BEST FOR US DOES NOT ALWAYS SATISFY. // NOT PRIDE, NOR NEED FOR COLD CALM. "Geary Pond," a dive into the murk you may regret. Written and performed by Shannon Farrell. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by…

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Cut Me Down | Decade of Dread #27 19:31

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // THE WAR IS OVER, THE ARMIES GONE. // ALL THAT REMAINS ARE THE BODIES, THE FETID FIELDS... // AND A TERRIBLE CURSE. "Cut Me Down," a new story from The Wrong Station. Written by Jacob Duarte Spiel, and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station …

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159 - Ghost Apples 26:36

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // REACH UP TO THE FROZEN BRANCH AND PLUCK THE ECHO OF A FRUIT. // FEEL IT SHATTER BETWEEN YOUR TEETH & PRETEND THE TASTE OF BLOOD IS HONEY-SWEET. "Ghost Apples," a new story from The Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton, and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate …

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Pickman's Language Model (by Mary Gillis) | Decade of Dead #25 15:35

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // THE FUTURE IS HERE. NOW. GLORIOUS. // WE HAVE NO NEED OF OLD, DUSTY TOMES. // ONLY OUR NEW GOD, BIRTHED IN SMOKE AND BLOOD. "Pickman's Language Model" Written by Mary Gillis, and performed by Shelby Handley. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by subscribing to our P…

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Monster in the Closet | Decade of Dread #24 20:11

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This episode is presented in partnership with The NoSleep Podcast. Find them at thenosleeppodcast.com, or wherever you listen to your shows! // AS A KID YOU WORRY. YOU LIE AWAKE, SCARED. // ...OF MONSTERS HIDING IN THE SHADOWS. // BUT THERE ARE MONSTERS IN THE LIGHT AS WELL "Monster in the Closet," a new story from the gentle, loving hand of The Wr…

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In Velgomesh | Decade of Dread #23 19:47

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // A SENILE GENERAL. A MYSTICAL BRACELET. AMERICAN-MADE MACHINE GUNS. // WHAT WILL YOU SURRENDER FOR A LIFE OF EASE? // WHAT WILL YOU SURRENDER FOR A LIFE OF PURPOSE? Find out in "In Velgomesh", a fantastical new tale from The Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton, a…

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S.2 Ep.21- Forcing the Narrative During Interviews Can Burn Credibility. 1:05:11

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Send us a text In this episode, spooky season banter quickly gives way to a masterclass on interviewing for fire investigation: open-ended vs. leading questions, letting witnesses talk without interruption, taking notes without breaking rapport, and using scene walk-throughs to correct memory gaps and build timelines. We unpack subrogation in plain…

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Where Old Dogs Go | Decade of Dread #22 12:15

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // IT'D BE NICE TO SETTLE DOWN SOMEWHERE CALM. // A PLACE WHERE THE HILLS ROLL ON FOREVER. // WHY NOT RIGHT HERE? "Where Old Dogs Go," a gaze into the golden hour with The Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton, and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons o…

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The Table | Decade of Dread #21 27:45

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // A FAMILY DINNER FROM THE HELLISH FUTURE. // BUT HEY, AT LEAST THERE'S A SURPRISE AT THE END. // FEEL THE CLOCK TICK DOWN AS YOU TAKE A PEEK UNDER... "The Table," tale of family intrigue and cutthroat business from The Wrong Station. Written by Jacob Duarte Spiel, and p…

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Iceberg House | Decade of Dread #20 18:48

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // YOU'VE WORKED HARD. IT'S TIME TO GET YOURS. // HOPE YOU DON'T GET MORE THAN YOU BARGAINED FOR IN.... "Iceberg House," a tale of the paranormal from The Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton, and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station b…

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158 - The Hunting of the Grey Drake 37:38

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // MIST BEADS ON THE DRAWN STEEL. // SHRIEKS ECHO THROUGH THE TREES. // WHAT YOU HUNT IS WHAT HAUNTS YOU IN... "The Hunting of the Grey Drake," a tale of sword-&-sorcery from The Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton, and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 se…

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Impounded | Decade of Dread #18 19:01

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // THIS ONE GOT THE CAR. THAT ONE GOT THE HOUSE. // NEITHER GOT A LICK OF SENSE. BUT YOU DON'T NEED SENSE TO HATE. "Impounded," a story of brotherly love from The Wrong Station. Written by Jacob Duarte Spiel, and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong…

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The Click of the Lock | Decade of Dread #17 14:07

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // TURN THE BOLT. BARRICADE THE DOOR. // CLOSE YOUR EYES UP TIGHT. // WHAT WILL YOU DO WHEN YOU HEAR IT? "The Click of the Lock," a good ol' fashioned spooky story from Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wr…

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Cormorant Isle | Decade of Dread #16 12:29

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // VENTURE THROUGH TAINTED WATERS IN THE UNSEASONABLE HEAT. // WANDER UNDERNEATH DEAD TREES. // ALL SHALL CHANGE IN... "CORMORANT ISLE" a weird tale from Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by …

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Old Stuff | Decade of Dread #15 14:00

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // A BIT OF GLASS. AN OLD BOOK // YOU HAVE TO SELL SOMETHING TO SURVIVE IN THIS ECONOMY //BUT DON'T WORRY--IT'S ALL JUST... "Old Stuff," another October tale from Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong St…

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The Thief and the Mares | Decade of Dread #14 11:16

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // THE PALACE HOLDS ENDLESS PRIZES // THIS, ALL MEN KNOW // BUT THE GREATEST IS ONLY KNOWN TO THE WISE "The Thief and the Mares," a cautionary tale from far antiquity. Written and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by subscribing to our Pa…

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A Small Light in the Sky | Decade of Dread #13 10:04

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // LOOK UP. MAKE A WISH UPON A STAR. // THE WORST THAT CAN HAPPEN IS THAT IT'LL COME TRUE. "A SMALL LIGHT IN THE SKY". A story about the cleansing power of fire, from... The Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons …

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157 - Inert 36:29

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // YOU ARE IN PAIN, AS IS THE WORLD // BUT I CAN FREE YOU FROM IT // ALL YOU MUST DO IS SLEEP, FOR A LITTLE WHILE The Wrong Station lulls you to slumber beneath the calm oceans waves in "Inert." Written by Jacob Duarte Spiel, and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10…

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Custom of the Sea | Decade of Dread #11 20:05

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // DON'T WORRY, MY LAD-- // THE NEAREST LAND IS JUST A COUPLE WEEKS AWAY. // TIGHTEN YOUR BELTS AND SHARPEN YOUR KNIVES FOR... "Custom of the Sea," a maritime tale from Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wr…

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The Machine Does What It's Supposed To | Decade of Dread #10 19:16

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CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains descriptions of institutional abuse, violence and sexual violence. We strongly advise that listeners exercise their discretion. If you wish, you can read the script for this episode here. Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // IT'S A GOOD JOB. YOU SHOULD BE GRATEFUL. /…

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DYNAMIS | Decade of Dread #9 15:44

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // EVERY KID HAS ONE DREAM. // BUT YOU'VE GOT TO GROW UP SOMETIME. // KILL ALL THE WONDER IN YOUR HEART IN.... "DYNAMIS". A new story from Wrong Station. Written by Alexander Saxton and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by subscribing to …

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S.2 Ep.20- Discussing Quantify vs. Qualify, Error Rates, Courtroom Tactics & Training Updates 47:08

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Send us a text In this episode Chasity and Scott dig into how real-world investigators apply NFPA 921 on scene and on the stand—focusing on why we qualify conclusions (not quantify them), how to express confidence without the discredited “reasonable degree of scientific certainty,” and practical ways to navigate internal and external pressure durin…

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Cameron's Castle | Decade of Dread #8 10:53

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // THEY SAID YOU'D NEVER AMOUNT TO ANYTHING AND THEY WERE RIGHT. // THEY SAID YOU'D DIE IN A HOVEL AND THEY WERE RIGHT. // BUT BY GOD: WHAT A HOVEL. GET YOURS IN... "Cameron's Castle," a frontier yarn. Written by Alexander Saxton and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrat…

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Great Bird of Africa | Decade of Dread #7 17:11

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The House of Shells | Decade of Dread #6 16:22

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By The Wrong Station

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EmberCast 2- Project Fire Buddies: How Firefighters Are Supporting Children & Family Beyond the Call 19:45

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Send us a text In this Embercast episode, brought to you by the Fire Investigation INFOCUS Podcast, hosts Chasity Owens and Scott Kuhlman sit down with Illinois firefighters and investigators Bob and Zig to discuss Project Fire Buddies — a powerful nonprofit connecting fire departments with families of children facing chronic or life-threatening il…

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156 - It Doesn't Matter How Many Times You Kill Us 30:26

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // YOU CAN KICK, AND BEAT, AND SHOOT, AND HANG. // YOU CAN SEND US TO HELL. IT DOESN'T MATTER. // AS LONG AS THIS BLOOD RUNS RED, WE WILL RETURN. The Wrong Station presents a rallying cry of bloody vengeance. "It Doesn't Matter How Many Time You Kill Us," written by Alexa…

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HEAT RAT | Decade of Dread #4 23:35

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // HEAT EQUALS SPEED. //SPEED EQUALS GLORY. // HOW FAR WILL YOU GO FOR A WAY OUT? HEAT RAT. A NEW HIGH OCTANE SCIENCE FICTION THRILLER, FROM WRONG STATION. Written by Alexander Saxton and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by subscribing t…

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Tongue | Decade of Dread #3 11:20

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // EVEN WHEN YOU'RE FAR FROM HOME // YOU NEVER FORGET THE STORY, OR IT'S LESSON // ALWAYS GO FOR THE THROAT "Tongue," written by Jacob Duarte Spiel and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by subscribing to our Patreon at ⁠www.patreon.com/th…

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Mama Cat Voice | Decade of Dread #2 12:44

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // A VOICE WHISPERS THROUGH THE TREES // SOOTHING, GENTLE, PERSISTENT // EVERYTHING WILL BE ALRIGHT "Mama Cat Voice," written and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by subscribing to our Patreon at ⁠www.patreon.com/thewrongstation⁠. Explor…

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Dullahan | Decade of Dread #1 10:13

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Enjoy 31 episodes in 31 days as Wrong Station celebrates a “Decade of Dread”. // THERE IS JUSTICE IN THE WORLD // IT IS A DARK RIDER // WHO CUTS SMOOTHLY, OR RIPS The Wrong Station presents the first of 31 episodes this October... "Dullahan," written by Alexander Saxton and performed by Anthony Botelho. Celebrate 10 seasons of Wrong Station by subs…

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A VSOP Patreon Sampler From Our Dusty Cellar 36:57

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// AN OLD DOG WHO CAN LEARN, // A CAUTIONARY TALE OF ORAL PERIL, // AND A REBIRTH, SHINING AND PURE Three sordid tales from the Patreon wine room: "New Tricks", "Cavity", and "CHROME". For dozens of hours more of original horror and behinds the scenes discussions, visit www.patreon.com/thewrongstation. Sign up for your free trial today! The feature…

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S.2 Ep.19- Passing the Torch: Past President Tim Morris Jr. & President Brad Pierson on Leading Illinois IAAI 59:03

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Send us a text In this episode, Scott Kuhlman and Chasity Owens recap a high-energy week teaching “AI for Fire Investigators” with the Illinois Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators in Peoria—what they changed from earlier classes, why transparent prompting and hands-on tools boosted engagement, and how they’ll evolve live…

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A Decade of Dread Retrospective Part 3: The Terrible Future 36:14

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It's time for the final part of our retrospective leading up to the Decade of Dread! And what *does* await you in this most terrible, tenth of seasons? That, dear listener, is the subject of tonight's discussion. Support The Wrong Station's Decade of Dread by subscribing at www.patreon.com/thewrongstation, and keep your eyes peeled for grotesque ne…

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A Decade of Dread Retrospective Part 2: Making an Audio Drama 40:08

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We're back with the second of this three-part retrospective leading up to our Decade of Dread! This time around, we chat a bit about the lessons we've learned in making an audio drama over the years we've been doing Wrong Station. Pitfalls, what-ifs, never-woulds; and trying not to step on any toes while we do! Support The Wrong Station's Decade of…

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S.2 Ep.18- Breaking down Fire Patterns with Case Studies. 1:11:23

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Send us a text Welcome back to Fire Investigation in Focus! In this episode, hosts Scott Kuhlman and Chasity Owens dive deep into the world of fire patterns, fire effects, and origin determination, bringing both practical field experience and NFPA 921 insights straight to your headphones. We kick things off by introducing Ember Casts—shorter, 10–20…

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A Decade of Dread Retrospective Part 1: The Last 9 Seasons 43:02

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The first of a three-part retrospective leading up to Wrong Station Season 10. Today we're looking back at the past nine seasons; at the different eras of Wrong Station, our proud achievements, and (most importantly) our shameful flops! Support The Wrong Station by subscribing at www.patreon.com/thewrongstation, and keep your eyes peeled for grotes…

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EmberCast 1 - Mapping the Future of Wildland Fire Investigation ft. Founder & CEO of EchoSpectra, Jesse Sprague 20:45

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Send us a text Welcome to the very first EmberCast, a new short-form addition to the Fire Investigation INFOCUS Podcast. These mini-episodes are designed to spark curiosity and deliver timely insights in between our full episodes. In this kickoff EmberCast, Chasity and Scott are joined by Jesse Sprague, founder of Echo Spectra, to talk about an inn…