Forensics Unfiltered with Gap Science

Raise your hand if your agency has a backlog! If that's you, you're most definitely not alone! There are some bottlenecks and inefficiencies that are unavoidable (i.e. vacant positions or inadequate staffing levels), but in some ways we shoot ourselves in the foot grasping to "the way things have always done" or inflexible casework protocols. Join Ashley and Erin as they discuss the bottlenecks th...

We've got another captivating episode for you! Join us as we sit down with the remarkable Dr. Meredith Tise, a forensic powerhouse with a journey that spans continents and decades. From her early days interning at a local funeral home to identifying remains from World War II Veterans, Dr. Tise takes us on a gripping adventure through the world of forensic anthropology. But the excitement doesn...

Debriefings are a touchy topics! In a field where we're taught to compartmentalize and stuff our feelings deep down inside, not many forensic professionals are eager to sit down and talk about if or when a scene effects them on an emotional level. Join Ashley and Erin as they discuss their experiences their limited experience with debriefings and thoughts on how they can be better implemented. If...

What do you think - is the forensic field behind the times?? It's been said logic is fast, science is slow. But in some ways, it feels like some forensic practices are stuck in time. Join Ashley in this solo episode as she shares her thoughts on where the forensic field is advancing and where it's falling short. If you're new to Gap Science or aren't active on social media, you may not be aware th...

🎙️ Forensic Unfiltered Bonus Episode: Knowing When It's Time to Walk Away – Forensic Supervisor Success Summit Preview 🎙️ The 2023 Forensic Supervisor Success Summit is just around the corner, and this is our LAST bonus episode before we kick things off! If you've been enjoying last year’s summit interviews, you're going to love the presentations lined up for this year! In today’s episode, Erin si...

Ashley and Erin bring on special guest Kat Pope from Forensics Found . Kat shares her mental health story throughout her forensic career and how she stopped leaning on unhealthy coping mechanisms and developed a better way to handle work-related stress (even after you exit the field!). We appreciate her vulnerability and willingness to help other forensic professionals who may be struggling with s...

How can you have a healthy work-life balance when forensic professionals have been told their agency "owns" them? Unfortunately, this is a very common hardship spread across many forensic disciplines. Join Ashley and Erin as they discuss their experiences, struggles and lessons learned "the hard way" when it comes to managing a healthy work-life balance in their forensic careers. If you're new to...

Erin brings on special guest Letty Ramirez from the Fullerton Police Department ⁠ . Letty shares her experience working a crime scene where the suspect came back and shot at her and the officers on scene. She opens up about how her department advocated for her to get help and her struggles with PTSD. Erin and Letty also discuss the importance of implementing better protocols, procedures and traini...

Ashley and Erin bring on special guest John Black from ⁠Black & White Forensics ⁠. John shares his experience as a Forensic Consultant and issues he has seen in forensic documentation, from in the field to in the lab. You can hear more from John in his presentation "Introvert's Guide to Conquer Public Speaking at the ⁠ Forensic Supervisor Success Summit ⁠! Grab your free ticket and jo...

Hopefully you've been enjoying last year's virtual summit interviews AND getting pumped for this year's summit presentations! This interview was soooo good! Listen in as Erin chats with Steven Moser about "Gaining Buy-In from Your Team and Chain of Command" and everything in between. Last September we hosted a free 4-day event titled “Forensic Supervisor Success Summit” desig...

Ah, yes - burnout! The struggle is real. Join Ashley and Erin as they discuss the five main causes of burnout, how those effect forensic professionals, and was to alleviate burnout if (or when) you're struggling. If you're new to Gap Science or aren't active on social media, you may not be aware that Ashley and Erin had a segment called "Taboo Topics Tuesdays" where they went...

We’ve got another guest interview from our virtual summit for ya! We love this guest interview from our virtual summit with Shawn Henderson titled “Creating an Outstanding Unit Culture”. Shawn established Evidence Management Institute in partnership with Tracker Products. Evidence Management Institute offers training classes, online certifications, as well as auditing and consulting services! Last...

Erin is back! Join Ashley and Erin as they discuss the struggles they experienced working as a female civilian in law enforcement. If you're new to Gap Science or aren't active on social media, you may not be aware that Ashley and Erin had a segment called "Taboo Topics Tuesdays" where they went live on Instagram and talked about topics  that are avoided or "brushed under the rug" in the forensic...

This is our second bonus episode of the summer! Join us for a guest interview from our virtual summit with Ryan Berry titled “Having Conversations with Your Chain of Command”. Ryan is a Captain at the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office and formerly part of Erin’s chain of command! Last September we hosted a free 4-day event titled “Forensic Supervisor Success Summit” designed to help you thrive in a...

Ashley is solo this week as Erin searches the bottom of a lake. Tune in to this month's episode of Taboo Topics: Changing Agencies & Career Paths as Ashley explains her experiences changing agencies, and just a few years later changing careers entirely. If you're new to Gap Science or aren't active on social media, you may not be aware that Ashley and Erin had a segment called "Taboo Topics Tu...

On this bonus episode, we’ll be kicking things off with a guest interview from our virtual summit with Larry Stringham titled “Prioritizing When You Supervise Multiple Forensic Units”. Larry is a retired Forensic & Evidence Supervisor from the Cape Coral Police Department and presently sits on the Board of Directors for the IAI and serves as the Conference Planner for the Florida Division of t...

Let's continue the discussion about money problems in this episode of Taboo Topics: Money Problems + Sworn vs Civilian! And if you missed last month's episode, make sure to catch up by listening to Episode 3: Money Problems in the Forensic Field (Taboo Topics Series). If you're new to Gap Science or aren't active on social media, you may not be aware that Ashley and Erin had a segment called "Tabo...

🎙️ Taboo Topics With Forensics Unfiltered: Money Problems in the Forensic Field 🎙️Join us for the latest episode of Forensics Unfiltered: Taboo Topics ! Ashley and Erin, the duo behind Gap Science, tackle money issues in the forensic field—an often "brushed under the rug" topic. From low salaries for public servants to lack of pay for advanced degrees and certifications, this episode dives deep in...

Creating a podcast has been a goal of ours for a couple of years, and we're excited to finally making this dream a reality! But while we're figure out all the ins and outs that goes into  creating and maintaining a podcast, we wanted to give you something to  listen to in the meantime. So we're bringing back Taboo Topics! If you're new to Gap Science or aren't active on social media, you  may not...

🎙️ Forensics Unfiltered Taboo Topics Podcast: Strife Between Seniors & Newbies 🎙️ Creating a podcast has been a dream of ours for years, and we’re thrilled to finally bring it to life! While we work out the details of creating and maintaining the show, we’re excited to reintroduce Forensics Unfiltered - Taboo Topics , a fan-favorite series that started as live discussions on Instagram. For tho...