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Inside Forensic Science Podcast: Series 5
In series 5 of the podcast we investigate a notable case in the late 19th Century
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Inside Forensic Science takes listeners on a journey through historic Scottish criminal cases while asking experts in forensic science, law and medicine today – what has changed and what might be done differently now?
Series 5 of the podcast delves into a notable case in the late 19th Century. When a series of three explosions shake the city of Glasgow one late night in January 1883, the resulting investigation will go on to shape the field of forensic science.
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The podcast was commissioned by the Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science (LRCFS) at the University of Dundee and funded by the Leverhulme Trust.
Inside Forensic Science is an Adventurous Audio production. The series is written and narrated by Pennie Stuart, the story consultants and series researchers are Heather Doran (Public Engagement Manager, LRCFS) and Clara Morriss (Public Engagement Coordinator, LRCFS). The sound mix was by Steve Bull.
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- Professor Niamh Nic Daeid, Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science, University of Dundee
Episode 1: The Gas Works
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Content warning: This series discusses the use of explosives for terrorism. Episodes will contain sounds of explosions, statements from victims and descriptions of injuries as well as other content you may find disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised.
On the night of 20 January 1883, a series of explosions rang out in the city of Glasgow, Scotland. Was this an accident or an act of malice? The top minds of the 19th century raced to deduce the answer.
In this episode, we will follow the investigation of Colonel Vivien Majendie, the first Chief Inspector of Explosives in the UK, as he determines the cause of the explosion at Tradeston Gas Works.
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