Imagine buying a house and starting the process of locating the septic tank and replacing irrigation only to find a very small casket buried deep down in the backyard.  It was my job to dig up the casket and open it to figure out who was in it and learning what the next steps in the investigation should be.  In the middle of the summer time.  One stop for a slushi and I became a source of comedy for quite a few and that continued when the casket was opened and my nose received the cloud of smells.  Listen to Episode 9 to find out more about what remained in The Casket.

Who knew a visit to the icecream shop on a Saturday would bring a swift flood of memories of decomposing bodies to me, but here we are with Episode 8 all about decomposition and what it is like going to a scene where a body has been deceased for a while.  The smells, the sights and the sounds are something you'll never forget and never truly want to see again.  Descriptive, educational and a little humorous... learn what it means when you see Flies in the Window.

This episode is all about "The Process".  I'm hoping this may help those that don't work in the field of law enforcement or forensics that don't understand why they won't know everything about a case up front.  SO much goes into an investigation and the integrity of the crime scene, of the case, is treated with the upmost importance.  I have had so many questions over the years about the process and routinely explained it to numerous family members who's next-of-kin unfortunately became a case of mine.  This won't provide answers to a lot of questions I know many have, but I hope that it will provide a better understanding.

In the beginning, there's a level of excitement to a new investigator.  A level of shock and awe that will eventually be replaced with stress and exhaustion.  But in between the newbie and the seasoned employee there is humor and little glimpses of why you continue to stay.  This episode starts with the perspective of "fresh meat" with some fun stories and an little into the dynamic I have with my mom through this journey.  ((spoiler alert- my mom is the best ever))

Investigating deaths and learning so much personal information about the deceased has given Emily such a different perspective on life.  Listen to the different exposures that inspired life changes.  From the need to workout to the absolute NEED to keep her house from becoming too cluttered.  Going into houses of all different varieties was altering to say the least.

The little voice in your head, the feeling in your stomach, your intuition.... signs you should always pay attention to.  There are situations we have all been in where we feel that our safety is compromised.  I discuss instances where I have been working and concerned for my own safety and what lead me to do something about it.  Being exposed to SO many cases of domestic violence, assault, and crimes against women truly have impacted my life and my view on needing to make yourself HARD TO KILL.  

What is the most common question EVER asked to a Forensic Death Investigator?  Tune in and find out!  Hear some different answers and stories along the way.

*Trigger Warning*- This episode will cover the topic of suicides.

Listen to a difficult experience as a death investigator and forensic specialist in the autopsy suite.  Follow along with Emily as she gives the account of two deaths, both by suicide.

Welcome to the first official episode of Death Calls!  This death call is titled "Tom".  Hear about one of my favorite cases, a skeletal recovery.  Learn about the scene, the maceration process, and how Tom became my buddy.  

Welcome to the introductory episode of Death Calls.  Experiences of a death investigator.  This episode will introduce the host, Emily Speed, and what each episode will bring.  Listen in and see what happens when Death Calls.