Written by Nidhi Sheth, Rutgers University
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Beyond the Yellow Tape is a YouTube-based Podcast hosted by Julian and Nidhi, two friends who are passionate about exploring the world of forensic science. The podcast provides a unique, engaging look into the world of forensics and crime investigation. Through the interviews with law enforcement professionals and experts in the field, the podcast deep dives into the science and technology of criminal forensics to bring a better understanding of this field to the everyday person. This podcast aims to explain the complex terminology of forensic science in laymen's terms.
Julian and Nidhi do an excellent job of capturing the humanity of the people involved in forensics, from understanding the toll of the work to celebrating the successes in the lab and field. The podcast provides insight into the intricate details of crime scene investigation and seeks to bring forensics to the mainstream.
Julian and Nidhi's commitment to making forensics understandable to the average person is evident in their work. The podcast serves as an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating field. In various episodes of Beyond the Yellow Tape YouTube podcast, they discuss the language used by legal professionals, the history of the development of forensics technologies in the United States, and the unique culture within law enforcement and its relationship to forensics.
They interviewed a few professionals, such as Dr. Mechthild Prinz, the director of the forensic graduate program and forensic molecular biology professor at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, New York. They discussed the possibility of research in the field of forensics and in-depth in the field of forensics. They also interviewed Antoinette Campbell, founder of "Women in Forensics," "Association of Women in Forensics Science Inc.", and "Club Philly Forensics"; Dr. Lena Karkalas; Kimberlee Moran, Matt Steiner, Lex, who is a CSI working in Florida and runs her forensic merchandise shop called Before The Crypt., Dr. Jackson who is a board certified Forensic Pathologist and Medical Examiner for King County in Seattle, WA; and a few others. The experts' interviews about their field of work helps to understand complex concepts in simple terms.
The podcast also provides historical and up-to-date details that help inform the conversation around forensics. In addition to the interviews and case studies, they also provide advice and resources that would be of interest to anyone wanting to learn about forensics.
Beyond The Yellow Tape YouTube podcast offers a unique combination of real-world experience, expertise, and education that makes it a valuable resource for anyone wishing to learn more about the world of forensics.
Overall, the Beyond The Yellow Tape YouTube podcast by Nidhi and Julian is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to increase their understanding of forensics and criminal investigation. Through interviews, case studies, and other resources, Julian does an excellent job of providing an accessible explanation of this complex field. With the Beyond the Yellow Tape YouTube podcast, Nidhi and Julian are trying to bring forensics to the mainstream, making a sometimes-frightening world of science and technology understandable and relatable.