Coffee With a Criminalist

By: Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Forensic Science Division
  • Summary

  • The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office proudly presents the Forensic Science Division’s podcast. Since true crime has become a popular gene, forensic science has gained notoriety, but often times this only provides a glimpse into the actual realities of this field. Two of our Criminalists, Bodean and Darby, have decided share with you what it’s really like to work in forensics. Join them as they take you on an audio tour of forensic science in Northern Nevada, high light notable true crime cases, and feature local coffee shops that fuel our podcast and community.
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Episodes
  • Season 1 Finale: 2011Reno Air Races Crash
    Jul 2 2021

    Cheers to a great first season of Coffee with a Criminalist! As we have discussed not all our calls for service are criminal in nature, we will assist with mass casualty scenarios and suspicious circumstances as well. This week we look at how we aided in the investigation of the 2011 Reno Air Races crash.

    This week we are fueled by Blush and Bone, a local business that is all things radical self-care. From non-toxic mani/pedis, reiki and massage, to rad apoptogenic elixirs - this place has a little something for everyone! you can find them here!

    Be on the look out this fall for some Season 2 teasers and when to expect us back full time!

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    1 hr
  • Season 1 Wrap-up and Blooper Reel
    Jun 25 2021

    This is our last mini episode and next week is our season finale. We hope you enjoyed the season and possibly learned a thing or two, we know we did! Catch some of our bloopers in this week’s mini episode and don’t forget to enter our giveaway for your chance to win a tour of the crime lab, time is running out! Thanks for joining us this season and we look forward to having a cup of coffee with you in season two!

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    11 mins
  • Part 3: Case Highlight, Michelle Mitchel, Gypsy Hill Killings, Hammer Slayer
    Jun 18 2021

    This week we look at how several cold cases from 1976 helped allow for the retroactive DNA collection of offenders in our state. We explain the important role innocence projects play in exonerations, and why some cold cases never get a hit in CODIS. Additionally, we finish up our chat with Steve Gresko, so grab that cup of coffee and settle in!

    This episode is fueled by Reno Coffee Company. A local pour over café with a trendy atmosphere, great service, and hip drinks! You can find them on Wells Ave!

    Here is the referenced link to the 564 bills passed this legislative session!

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    44 mins

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