Early-1900s New York City was a place of utter chaos—a place where poisoners reigned supreme. That is, until a unique duo stepped in and started to win the long-fought battle between scientists and poisoners, creating the field of forensic toxicology in the process.  This episode, we'll dive into the history of poisoning, and stories that defined the Roaring Twenties.

Early-1900s New York City was a place of utter chaos—a place where poisoners reigned supreme. That is, until a unique duo stepped in and started to win the long-fought battle between scientists and poisoners, creating the field of forensic toxicology in the process. This episode, we'll dive into the history of poisoning, and stories that defined the Roaring Twenties.

Early-1900s New York City was a place of utter chaos—a place where poisoners reigned supreme. That is, until a unique duo stepped in and started to win the long-fought battle between scientists and poisoners, creating the field of forensic toxicology in the process.&nbsp; This episode, we'll dive into the history of poisoning, and stories that defined the Roaring Twenties. &nbsp;

The Rise of Forensic Toxicology: Poisons Pt. 1 | Orbitals 302

From antibiotic resistance to Roaring Twenties poisonings to body farms, you can find chemistry—and a good story—anywhere. Every month writer and host, Sam Jones, PhD, takes on a chemistry tale you didn't know you needed to know.

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The Rise of Forensic Toxicology: Poisons Pt. 1 | Orbitals 302

The Rise of Forensic Toxicology: Poisons Pt. 1 | Orbitals 302