Best Digital Altitude Podcasts (2025)

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EP 111 | Henry Vega | Forensic Audio Analysis 54:47

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Send us a text In this episode of Forensics Talks, we're tuning in to the science of sound with Henry Vega, Forensic Engineer at JS Forensics Consulting. Henry will walk us through how dashcam audio recordings can be used to calculate vehicle speed, how tire frequencies are analyzed in real-world crash cases, and how firearm discharges captured on …

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Inside the National Police Air Service's Amazing Drone Trial 49:47

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The National Police Air Service (NPAS) has launched one of the UK’s most ambitious trials of uncrewed aircraft in support of frontline policing. In this episode of Altitude, we speak to the team as they prepare for a bold new era - testing high-endurance, uncrewed aircraft capable of flying beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS) in real operationa…

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EP 110 | Lisa P. Gwin | Biomechanics 1:00:41

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Send us a text Injury Mechanics & Forensic Science | EP110 | Lisa P. Gwin | July 10, 2025 | 2 PM Eastern Join us for a fascinating conversation with Lisa P. Gwin — a biomechanical consultant, physician, engineer, and former firefighter. With a background that spans emergency medicine, automotive engineering, and injury biomechanics, Lisa brings a t…

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EP 109 | Douglas MacGregor | Geographic Profiling 54:25

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Send us a text Geographic Profiling | EP109 | Douglas MacGregor | June 26, 2025 | 2 PM Eastern Join us for Episode 109 of Forensics Talks as we welcome Douglas MacGregor, consultant and IRIS team member, who brings deep expertise in environmental criminology and forensic intelligence analysis. In this session, we’ll explore how geographic profiling…

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Engineering the Future of Flight 49:06

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In celebration of International Women in Engineering Day, we invited three amazing aerospace engineers to share their stories. Josna Joies from NATS talks surveillance systems - vital to our work keeping the skies safe - and how she was inspired by astronaut and aerospace engineer, Kalpana Chawla. Yvette Lawrenson takes us behind the scenes at Wind…

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EP 108 | Philip Joris | HemoVision, 3D Bloodstain Pattern Analysis 43:46

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Send us a text HemoVision | EP108 | Philip Joris | Jun 5 2025 | 2 PM Eastern Join us for a deep dive into the intersection of forensic science, Bloodstain Pattern Analysis and Machine Learning with Philip Joris, co-founder of Forentrics and developer of HemoVision, an advanced tool for bloodstain pattern analysis. In this episode, we’ll explore how…

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EP 107 | Dr. Robert Kurtzman | Death at High Altitudes 1:05:01

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Send us a text Death at High Altitude | EP107 | Dr. Robert Kurtzman Join us for a compelling discussion with Dr. Robert Kurtzman, forensic pathologist and former Montana State Chief Medical Examiner, as we explore the challenges of conducting forensic death investigations in high-altitude environments. From hypoxia-induced conditions like HAPE and …

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Beyond Digital Towers: Airport Digitisation and the Great Data Convergence 54:33

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Aviation is at a crossroads. On one side is the familiarity of legacy systems, including decades-old air traffic control infrastructure and manual ground operations. On the other is the promise of digital transformation: smarter flight management, real-time operational insights, and seamless passenger experiences driven by advanced technologies. Wi…

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Time Flies: A decade of smarter, greener air traffic management 46:40

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A decade ago, NATS became the first air traffic management service in the world to introduce Time-Based Separation in a groundbreaking collaboration with Heathrow Airport and Leidos UK. Since then, it has reduced carbon emissions by 300,000 tonnes, saved airlines 100,000 tonnes of fuel and cut headwind-related delays by 62%, something that’s helped…

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Cleared for Green? The Future of Sustainable Aviation 48:22

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The race to net-zero aviation is on, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. In this month's Altitude we're taking you inside the cutting edge of sustainable flight, where game-changing technology, bold policies, and radical thinking are reshaping the skies. From hydrogen-powered aircraft to AI-driven efficiency, from SAF breakthroughs to the future of …

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Inside Heathrow's Airport Operations Centre 43:11

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Beyond the tower and the terminals lies the APOC – Heathrow’s Airport Operations Centre. From here, up to 50 people from across the airport community are looking after just about every aspect of the Heathrow operation. From responding to suspect packages and monitoring traffic to planning presidential visits, it is all done by the team here. Alongs…

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EP 106 | Kevin Winer | BPA Black Box Study 51:35

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Send us a text BPA Black Box Study | EP106 | Kevin Winer | OCT 24 2024 | 1PM Join us for Episode 106 of Forensics Talks on October 24, 2024, at 1PM Eastern Time, featuring Kevin Winer, Director of the Kansas City Police Crime Laboratory. With decades of expertise in bloodstain pattern analysis, Kevin will delve deep into the findings of the NOBLIS …

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Drones: Redefining Industries, Revolutionising Lives 1:01:45

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From keeping us safe and reducing our climate impact to delivering hot meals in just three minutes – just some of the incredible drone use cases we heard about in a special episode of Altitude recorded at the DroneX Tradeshow & Conference. ✈ Taryn Evans tells us about the National Police Chiefs' Council ambitious drone programme. ✈ Alan Hicks expl…

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EP 105 | Kirk Garrison | Privately Manufactured Firearms 56:51

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Send us a text Privately Manufactured Firearms | EP 105 | Kirk Garrison | SEP 26 2024 | 2PM Eastern Join us for Episode 105 of Forensics Talks on September 26, 2024, at 2 PM Eastern, as we dive into the complex world of privately manufactured firearms with Kirk Garrison of the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. With a diverse background st…

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EP 104 | David Notowitz | Forensic Audio Analysis 1:08:49

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Send us a text Forensic Audio Analysis | EP 104 | David Notowitz | SEP 19 2024 | 2PM Eastern David Notowitz, a seasoned expert in forensic audio analysis and is the founder and lead forensic expert of the National Center for Audio and Video Forensics in Los Angeles, has dedicated over three decades to advancing the field of digital forensics. His e…

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EP 103 | Jean-Philippe Noat | Digital Intelligence 1:01:15

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Send us a text Forensics Talks Episode 103: Digital Intelligence with Jean-Philippe Noat Join us on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at 2 PM Eastern for an engaging episode of Forensics Talks! We're excited to welcome Jean-Philippe Noat, a renowned international cyber security and forensic expert. Jean-Philippe has extensive experience as a Digital Intellig…

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Tips and Advice for Future Trainee Air Traffic Controllers 34:45

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NATS has just reopened recruitment for trainee air traffic controllers, but what does that process look like and what kind of career can successful candidates look forward to? In this special episode of Altitude we’re exploring the whole recruitment process, from understanding the requirements and the application process through to assessment and b…

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EP 102 | Nikolaos Kalantzis | Digital Signatures 1:16:19

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Send us a text Digital Signatures | EP 102 | Nikolaos Kalantzis | June 13, 2024 | 2PM Eastern Several months ago, I was invited to a conference in Romania where I saw Nikolaos Kalantzis present some of his research on Digital Signatures. It was a really impressive talk and we had some great discussions about his work. Today, I am happy to say he is…

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Beyond the Beaches: The amazing aviation innovations behind D-Day 45:59

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The 6th June 2024 will mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day – the Allied invasion of Western Europe during the Second World War and one of the most pivotal days in human history. Most people will be familiar with the sight of the landings in Normandy, but fewer know the story beyond the beaches. D-Day itself saw an incredible 14,674 flights, all hand…

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EP 101 | Clark Davenport | Necrosearch 55:16

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Send us a text Join us for episode 101 of Forensics Talks on May 30, 2024, at 2 PM Eastern, where we'll dive into the fascinating world of forensic geophysics and NecroSearch with Clark Davenport. With a distinguished career spanning over 55 years, Clark has conducted remote-sensing surveys across six continents for criminal, environmental, and arc…

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Nick Robinson on Revolutionizing Marketing: Lessons from Quest Nutrition & Zero Longevity's Rise 54:43

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This week, we're thrilled to welcome Nick Robinson, former Chief Marketing Officer at Quest Nutrition and current VP of Marketing at Zero Longevity, join us to dive deep into the transformative strategies behind some of the most explosive growth stories in the CPG and tech industries. Topics Covered Include: The Quest Nutrition Success Story: Nick …

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EP 100 | Gary Delaney | Geospatial Forensics 1:03:08

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Send us a text Join us for the milestone 100th episode of Forensics Talks on Thursday May 9, 2024, at 14:00 Eastern, where we welcome Gary Delaney, a seasoned Geospatial Forensic Expert Witness. With an extensive background beginning in the Royal Navy and spanning over two decades in geomatics and geodesy, Gary has become a pivotal figure in forens…

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The Ozempic Economy w/ Dr. Ryan Lowery: Thoughts On Dieting, Wellness & Ethical CPG In 2024 59:02

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Join us in this enlightening session as we sit down with Dr. Ryan Lowery, a world renowned expert in health, longevity, and human performance. We dive into a lively discussion that spans the intricate connections between diet trends, CPG product innovations, and the science behind emerging health solutions. Topics Covered Include: Insights from a L…

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Serving from the skies - London's amazing emergency services pilots 47:54

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With such unique requirements, one of the most essential and complex users of our skies are the emergency services. In this month’s Altitude, we’re joined by pilots Captain Andrew Brandt from the National Police Air Service and Captain David Rolfe from London Air Ambulance Service to learn about their amazing life saving work and how collaboration …

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Cracking Open The Non-Alc Market w/ Thomas Angel of Altitude Beverage Group 1:05:45

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Welcome to the first interview episode of The Omnichannel Roundtable! Join us in a lively session where we dive into the world of non-alcoholic craft cocktails with Thomas Angel, CEO and co-founder for Altitude Beverage Group. Discover the unique challenges and innovative strategies behind creating drinks that are not only alcohol-free but also del…

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EP 99 | Nicole Novroski | Decoding DNA 1:09:38

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Send us a text Join us for episode #99 of Forensics Talks on March 14 at 2 PM Eastern, as we delve into the forefront of forensic biology with Dr. Nicole Novroski from the University of Toronto, Mississauga. Dr. Novroski, specializes in leveraging massively parallel sequencing (MPS) alongside innovative approaches for forensic human identity testin…

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EP 98 | Mark Davison | Investigating Sandy Hook 55:32

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Send us a text I am honored to feature Lt. Col. Mark Davison of the Connecticut State Police in our next episode of Forensics Talks. With 17 years of service, primarily in Major Crime, Mark brings an in-depth perspective on the forensic investigation of the Sandy Hook school shooting that occurred on December 14, 2012. This tragic event shook the n…

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Retail Channels 101: How To Prioritize, Focus, And Win The CPG Growth Game 41:25

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Welcome to another insightful episode of "The Omnichannel Roundtable." In this session, Bryan Alston and Yemeni Mesa unravel the complexities of channel strategy for retail brands, providing a roadmap for navigating expansion from the first channel to multiple. Topics Covered Include: Channel Strategy Basics: Defining distribution channels and thei…

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30 - Shaping our future skies 50:09

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From delivering airspace modernisation and integrating drones through to understanding the impact of AI and the ever pressing need to address aviation’s climate impact, the list of priorities for leaders in air traffic management is a long and complex one. Our industry is in the midst of a period of unprecedented change and that’s in addition to de…

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Avoid "Growing Broke": How To Balance Contribution Margin And Revenue Growth As You Scale 36:40

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Welcome to week 5 of "The Omnichannel Roundtable." In this episode, Bryan Alston and Yemeni Mesa delve deep into the importance of contribution margin in retail businesses and how to few businesses optimize all of their actions and budgets towards this key metric. They highlight the need for alignment between finance and marketing departments to op…

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Beyond The Shelf: In-Store CPG Success Tips from Packaging to Placement & More 28:53

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Welcome to week 4 of "The Omnichannel Roundtable." In this episode, Bryan Alston and Yemeni Mesa tackle the critical aspects of enhancing in-store performance for CPG brands. From navigating the nuances of account management to the importance of packaging translation across channels, they provide actionable insights based on real-world experience. …

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29 - Winter Operations: Finnish Snow-how 45:43

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Ice, snow, howling winds and temperatures as low as minus 30.C are hardly ideal conditions to be running an international airport, but that’s the reality for the team at Rovaniemi, Finland’s second busiest airport. In beautiful Lapland, sitting on the edge of the Arctic Circle, the near constant need to clear runways and de-ice aircraft should cons…

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CPG's Secret Weapon: Harnessing The Power Of Community Marketing To Scale Sales 39:00

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Welcome to another engaging session of "The Omnichannel Roundtable." In this episode, Bryan Alston and Yemeni Mesa delve deep into the essence of community: what it means, its importance, and actionable strategies for brands to foster and monetize community engagement. Topics Covered Include: Defining Community: Unpacking the true meaning of commun…

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Brand Building On A Budget: Maximizing Revenue With Minimal Marketing Spend 40:24

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Welcome back to "The Omnichannel Roundtable," where this week, co-hosts Bryan Alston and Yemeni Mesa dive into the art and science of marketing your CPG product on a bootstrap budget. Sharing a wealth of experience and innovative strategies, this episode is a treasure trove for anyone looking to make a big impact with limited resources. Topics Cove…

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How To Sell More Units Online and On-Shelf: Specific Tactics For CPG Growth 34:13

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Welcome to the pilot episode of "The Omnichannel Roundtable," where co-hosts Bryan Alston and Yemeni Mesa dissect the critical elements of scaling unit velocities in the competitive CPG landscape. In this episode, we unpack the challenges and strategies for achieving success both in-store and online. Grab your seat at our table as we delve into the…

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EP 97 | Sarah Williams | Bodily Fluids 53:46

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Send us a text Join us on February 1, 2024, at 2 PM Eastern for an intriguing Forensics Talks episode, EP 96, with Sarah Williams, Associate Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University. Williams, a leading figure in forensic biology, has pioneered advancements in body fluid identification and DNA analysis. This episode will delve into her groundb…

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28 - The Human Factor 57:20

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Human Factors is the understanding of ‘the human in the loop’. It’s about how people behave and interact both with technology and each other, and it’s something that has become fundamental to safety across aviation and a host of other industries. But what really is Human Factors? Where did it come from and why is it become so integral? In this mont…

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EP 96 | Michael Moulden | Investigating Fire Scenes 1:08:18

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Send us a text Michael Moulden is a seasoned Fire Scene and Chartered Crime Scene investigator with over 30 years of experience, having conducted 1000+ investigations globally. Holding a master's degree in forensic engineering and science from the Royal Military College, Mike is an Honorary Fellow at Cranfield University and a senior research fello…

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EP 95 | Husam Shbib | Cybersecurity & The Dark Web 1:12:20

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Send us a text Husam Shbib is currently working as a digital forensic consultant in Saudi Arabia. He has experience in different cybersecurity fields such as penetration testing, user access reviews, configurations reviews, IT and cybersecurity audit, risk assessment, and programming. He has a bachelor degree in computer science and holds multiple …

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EP 94 | Matthias Schmidt | Collision Investigation With Analyzer Pro 58:07

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Send us a text Join us in conversation with Matthias Schmidt, CEO of Analyzer Pro. Matthias graduated in 2020 with a Master of Science in Physics from the Technical University of Vienna. He stands at the forefront of accident reconstruction, developing advanced software for collision reconstruction and speaking at international conferences like the…

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EP 93 | Amber Riley | Forensic Odontology | 1:16:35

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Send us a text Join us for an exclusive interview with Amber Riley, an esteemed international speaker renowned for her expertise in forensic odontology and oral pathology. With a wealth of experience, Amber delivers comprehensive continuing education programs to dental and medical professionals worldwide. She serves as a Forensic Dental Consultant …

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27 - Concorde: 20 years on 49:42

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For more than 25 years, Concorde was the world's only successful supersonic airliner. Flying faster than the rotation of the earth, it could cross the Atlantic in just two and a half hours, with passengers arriving at JFK before they left Heathrow. Now, 20 years after its final ever flight from Heathrow to Filton on 26 November 2003, we look back a…

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EP 92 | Bruce Goldfarb | 18 Tiny Deaths | Maryland Office of the Chief Medical Examiner 50:39

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Send us a text A former EMT/paramedic Bruce Goldfarb is an award-winning journalist whose work has appeared on All Things Considered, the Washington Post, USA Today, American Health, Baltimore magazine, and many other print and online publications. Goldfarb was executive assistant to the Chief Medical Examiner for the State of Maryland from 2012 to…

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26 - Artificial Intelligence and Aviation 51:10

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Can we expect Artificial Intelligence – heralded by just about everyone as the next great technology leap forward - to have a role in air traffic management? But how can we look beyond the hype and understand what this technology could really do for aviation? When is it right for AI to play a role in a safety critical industry and how could it impa…

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EP 91 | Nicholas Harris | Gait Analysis 54:05

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Send us a text Nick Harris obtained a BSc Hons Degree in Podiatric Medicine in 1995 from Salford University after which he worked in private practice as a Podiatrist until 2002. He then emigrated to Canada and in 2003, joined the Peel Regional Police. In 2016, Nick joined the Forensic Identification services with Peel Regional Police and soon found…

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EP 90 | Steven Jameson | FBI Visual Information & Documentation 58:23

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Send us a text Steven Jameson is currently the Superfisory Visual Information Specialist for the Operational Project Unit, FBI, Quantico Laboratory. His duties include documenting crime scenes and preparing visual deliverables that aid in the investigations and at trial. Steve has a long career with the U.S. Navy and has had a range of duties inclu…

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EP 89 | Robert Wyman | Mobile Devices for Forensic Documentation 55:19

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Send us a text Mobile Devices for Forensic Documentation | EP 89 | Robert Wyman | Sep 7, 2023 | 2PM Eastern Join us for an insightful interview on Forensic Talks with Robert Wyman, President of Wyman Enterprises, Inc. With a wealth of experience, Mr. Wyman specializes in offering Forensic Photography and Evidence Documentation services. His experti…

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EP 88 | Mark Crouch | Video Analysis & Collision Reconstruction 1:04:51

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Send us a text Video Analysis in Collision Reconstruction | EP 88 | Mark Crouch | Aug 3, 2023 | 2PM Eastern Mark is the Head of Investigations at Forensic Collision Investigation & Reconstruction Ltd., and has a Master’s Degree in Applied Physics (MSci. Hons.) from the University of London. Mark worked for the Metropolitan Police as a Forensic Coll…

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25 - Airspace Modernisation: Transforming the Skies 48:14

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Airspace – our invisible motorways in the sky – is the underpinning of the entire aviation industry. Vital to the safe operation of tens of thousands of flights every single day, it is an infrastructure relied on 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to enhance the UK’s global connections. But it is also in need of a radical transformation. In this epis…

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EP 87 | Pat Wertheim | 50 Years of Forensics 1:24:49

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Send us a text 50 Years of Forensics | EP 87 | Pat Wertheim | July 6, 2023 | 2PM Eastern Pat began a career in law enforcement in 1973. He served as a police officer, detective, sergeant, and training officer, all the while doing crime scene investigations and latent fingerprint comparisons. In 1986, he realigned his career to focus exclusively on …