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    Dead Men Do Tell Tales

    Dead Men Do Tell Tales is a bimonthly podcast produced by two pathology residents interested in becoming forensic pathologists, Drs. Jordan Taylor (JET) and Nicole Croom (Nic). Forensic pathology is a medical subspecialty that focuses on determining the cause, manner, and mechanism of death. Forensic pathologists help organize and work closely with death investigators to piece together a person’s final moments. Each episode, JET and Nic engage in an in-depth conversation about a forensics-related topic with the aims of: (1) de-mythifying the field of forensic pathology for the general public and (2) increasing interest in the pursuit of forensic medicine as a career.
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    Episodes (57)

    Forensics Finale: Five Fun Fables (Each)

    Forensics Finale: Five Fun Fables (Each)

    In their "final" episode, Nic and JET revisit their anniversary format to discuss five fun/dumb/weird ways to die (each). Thank you for all your support! Be sure to continue to follow us on social media :)

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    Dead Men Do Tell Tales
    en-usSeptember 21, 2022

    Halloween Kills (in all the wrong ways): DMDTT Goes To the Movies

    Halloween Kills (in all the wrong ways): DMDTT Goes To the Movies

    Welcome back! DMDTT decided to head to the movies for our return Halloween episode! Thanks for holding out for us and we hope you enjoy!

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    Our Second Anniversary: Dumb Ways to Die Deux

    Our Second Anniversary: Dumb Ways to Die Deux

    Folx, we've made it another year (surviving COVID, the end of residency, and the beginning of fellowship along the way)! So enjoy a few short tales of dumb ways people have died over the ages - from the time of Charles the Bad to modern-day "doing it for the 'gram"!

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    Boom Goes the Firework: July 4th Deaths

    Boom Goes the Firework: July 4th Deaths

    You always hear about fingers getting blown off, but how many deaths happen on and around July 4th? Spoiler - alcohol is often involved! Listen in to learn more and hear a fascinating July 4th tale!

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    There's No Place Like Our New Home: Deaths in the Emerald City

    There's No Place Like Our New Home: Deaths in the Emerald City

    JET and Nic are heading to Seattle to start fellowship and decided to record a pre-move primer on the city and surrounding county. We discuss everything from history and death statistics to the science behind the numerous feet that have washed ashore from the Salish Sea.

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    Still Board to Death: DMDTT Study Group 2

    Still Board to Death: DMDTT Study Group 2

    Join JET and Nic as they work their way through a few more important parts of forensic pathology for the anatomic pathology boards! Again, shout out to Dr. Jay Lefkowitch, for his Anatomic Pathology Board Review which we use as a foundation for this review. We cover the second half of the forensic pathology chapter here as well as some post-mortem chemistry!

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    Board to Death: DMDTT Study Group 1

    Board to Death: DMDTT Study Group 1

    Misery loves company, so join JET and Nic as they use the pod as an excuse to recap a potpourri of fun (and board relevant) forensics facts! Huge shoutout to Dr. Jay Lefkowitch, whose Anatomic Pathology Board Review we use as the foundation for this review. This episode covers the learning issues from questions 1-26 of the forensic pathology section. Tune in next episode for the salient points for questions 27-50. 

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    Dead Men Do Tell Tales
    en-usMarch 24, 2021

    Sledging and Snurfing: Winter Sports Deaths

    Sledging and Snurfing: Winter Sports Deaths

    It's the perfect time of year to go skiing right? Take a listen first to learn all about various winter sports deaths. Hint - wear a helmet and don't be dumb! And are you wondering what snurfing is? Listen in to find out!

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    The Most Shocking Episode: Electrocution

    The Most Shocking Episode: Electrocution

    JET and Nic discuss the history, epidemiology, and mechanism of death by electrocution! Special stories include the jolting creation of the electric  chair and an unsolved mystery involving homicide by amperage.

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    Hindsight is 2020: The Year in Deaths

    Hindsight is 2020: The Year in Deaths

    We all know 2020 was the worst, but how bad was it for the mortality rate, what were the leading causes of death, and who died in 2020 again? Listen in for a summary of the deaths that happened in 2020. At least it's behind us now!

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    We Wish You a Merry Dead-mas: The Holiday Death Spike

    We Wish You a Merry Dead-mas: The Holiday Death Spike

    JET and Nic discuss the truths, myths, and hypotheses about death spikes around the holidays.

    WARNING: Suicide is discussed during this episode! If you or someone you love is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please get help from health care professionals near you or by calling the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Don't end up on the autopsy table before your time!

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    Vroom Boom: Motor Vehicle Collisions

    Vroom Boom: Motor Vehicle Collisions

    Join JET and Nic as we discuss motor vehicle collisions, from why they happen to what happens after, and, of course, how you die from them. Long story short, please don't drink (or text) and drive!

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    Gobble Gobble: Death by (Over)stuffing

    Gobble Gobble: Death by (Over)stuffing

    Join JET and Nic as they explore the ways you can eat yourself to death. Do you know how much your stomach can hold?

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    Honoring Our Vets: In Life and Death

    Honoring Our Vets: In Life and Death

    In honor of Veterans Day, JET and Nic discuss the lives (and deaths) of US military veterans; including special interviews with our fathers. Thank you for your service!

    WARNING: Suicide is discussed during the episode. If you or someone you love is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please get help from health care professionals near you or by calling the Suicide Prevention Lifeline/Veterans Crisis Line (Press 1) at 1-800-273-8255. Don't end up on the autopsy table before your time!

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere

    De-gore-ations: Dead Bodies Mistaken for Halloween Decor

    De-gore-ations: Dead Bodies Mistaken for Halloween Decor

    JET and Nic dive into some of the goriest Halloween decorations - actual dead bodies! Follow along as we talk about some real-life cases of mistaken dead body identity. WARNING: Suicide is discussed during the episode. If you or someone you love is struggling with suicidal ideation, please get help from health care professionals near you or by calling the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Don't end up on the autopsy table before your time!

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    Opening theme music: "Introducing the Pre-roll" by Lee Rosevere