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.
Episodes
57 episodes
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 :) Follow us on:- Twitter
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Episode 54
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54:16
Pew Pew Pew: Stop Shooting People
Join JET and Nic as they end their foray into guns with an episode all about gunshot wounds. Stay safe out there everyone!Follow us on:- Twitter @deadmendo- Instagram
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Episode 53
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1:10:08
Pew Pew: Guntopsy
JET and Nic continue their foray into guns with a step-by-step guide to performing a (multiple) gunshot wound autopsy.Follow us on:- Twitter @deadmendo- Instagram
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Episode 52
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1:05:17
Pew: Gunatomy 101
JET and Nic begin their foray into guns with an intro episode about history, epidemiology, and gun anatomy 101! Follow us on:- Twitter @deadmendo- Instagram
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Episode 51
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54:38
Clauses of Death: The Autopsy of St. Nick
In their annual holiday spectacular, JET and Nic discuss the differential deathignosis for the man, the myth, the legend: Santa Claus!Follow us on:- Twitter @deadmendo- Instagr...
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Episode 50
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54:18
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!Follow us on:- Twitter @deadmendo- Insta...
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Episode 49
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58:34
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 "do...
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Episode 48
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39:08
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!Follow us on:- Twitter
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Episode 47
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47:28
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 ...
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Episode 46
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38:12
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
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Episode 45
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1:17:31
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
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Episode 44
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1:16:43
When the Study Monster Attacks
JET and Nic will be putting out fewer episodes over the next couple of months so they can focus on board studying. Thank you for your patience!Follow us on: - Twitter @deadmendo- ...
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1:24
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!Follow us on:
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Episode 43
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1:17:27
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. Follow us on:&n...
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Episode 42
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1:03:06
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!Follo...
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Episode 41
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29:52
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 he...
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Episode 40
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28:37
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!Follow us on: - Twitter
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Episode 39
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1:10:15
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?Follow us on: - Twitter @deadmendo- Instagram
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Episode 38
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50:43
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 someo...
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Episode 37
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1:16:40
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 lov...
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Episode 36
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36:43
From Classroom to Autopsy Suite: Becoming a Forensic Pathologist
JET and Nic walk listeners through the journey to becoming a forensic pathologist, from high school to fellowship and all the trials and tribulations between.Follow us on: - Twitter @dead...
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Episode 35
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1:05:42
A Limb for a Limb: Dismemberment 101
Join JET and Nic as we go limb by limb through dismemberment, from some interesting history to the forensic pathologist's role in the investigation to a couple of crazy stories!Follow us on: - Twitter
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Episode 34
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1:05:20
Around the World in 60 Minutes: International Forensic Pathology
Since most people are bound to their current location by the global pandemic, JET and Nic have decided to take a whirlwind tour around the world by comparing the medicolegal death investigation systems of different countries. Follow us ...
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Episode 33
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56:29