CSI on Fire

"CSI on Fire" is a podcast created by fire investigators and forensic experts, with the aim of educating, collaborating, and fostering a sense of community among professionals in the field. The podcast provides a platform for fire investigators to share their skills, knowledge, and expertise in an informal and accessible environment. Through engaging discussions and interviews, "CSI on Fire" seeks to enhance the understanding and practices of fire investigation, while promoting collaboration and networking within the forensic community

CSI on Fire is a education podcast hosted by Mike Moulden, with 39 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Mike Moulden hosts CSI on Fire, a education show with 39 episodes published.

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  Episode #5

  Tuomas Palvia: Inside Finland’s Fire Investigations With the FI Sauna King !!!

  Oct 17, 202540 minS2

  <p>Send a text</p><p><b>A fire inside a fire station. A scene at minus 31°C.</b></p><p>A fire inside a fire station. A scene at minus 31°C. And a candid look at how cognitive bias creeps into decisions when your fingers are numb and the clock is ticking. We sat down with Finnish investigator and trainer Tuomas Palvia to unpack how Finland’s tiered investigation system works, why structural fires drive the biggest societal losses, and how prevention and investigation should be one continuous feedback loop.</p><p>Tuomas walks us through the realities of Finl...

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  Episode #4

  Vithyaa Thavapalan : Breaking Barriers While Breaking Down Burn Patterns, and Going Solo utilising the latest in Ai Technology

  Sep 30, 202543 minS2

  <p>Send a text</p><p>The amazing <b>Vithyaa Thavapalan</b> joins me to talk all things <b>FI</b> — and becomes the very first guest to turn the tables on me!</p><p>That kind of bold, dynamic energy is nothing new for this powerhouse in the FI space. 💥</p><p>Learn more about Vithyaa here:</p>🌐 vithyaa.com.au – Official Website<br/><br/>💼 LinkedIn – Vithyaa Thavapalan<br/><br/>🧭 Origin & Cause Investigations<br/><br/>🎯 Coaching with Vithyaa<br/><br/>🌏 South Asian Foundation Australia<br/><br/>📸 Instagram – What The Fire<p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>When Vithyaa realized her social life was...

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  Episode #3

  Twice Burned: John Lentini, The Fire Scientist Myth Buster

  Sep 11, 202540 minS2

  <p>Send a text</p><p>Fire has secrets that only science can unlock. In this riveting conversation with legendary fire investigator John Lentini, we explore the transformation of fire investigation from subjective interpretation to rigorous science over the past five decades.<br/><br/>Lentini's journey began in 1974 at the Georgia State Crime Laboratory, where a young chemist found his calling in a field few wanted to tackle. His candid reflections reveal how he became drawn to the scientific clarity of fire investigation—something he could confidently explain to juries—and how this decision led him to become one of the...

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  Episode #2

  Aaron Markey: Fire investigators must learn to find comfort in the struggle.

  Aug 20, 20251 hourS2

  <p>Send a text</p><p><b>What drives someone to dedicate their career to sifting through charred debris and solving the mysteries left behind by destructive fires?</b></p><p>Aaron Markey, founder of Ignite Investigations, invites us into the high-stakes world of fire investigation in Australia—a field where science, intuition, and resilience converge.</p><p>Aaron’s journey began unexpectedly during his forensic chemistry studies, when a lab encounter with fire debris sparked a fascination that would ignite a lifelong pursuit. After training under industry veterans and working for established firms, Aaron launched his own investigation company in J...

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  Erik Mickelson: Why Partnerships Make or Break Complex Fire Scenes

  Aug 6, 20251h 6mS2

  <p>Send a text</p><p> </p><p>The journey to becoming a fire investigator rarely follows a straight path, and Erik Mickelson’s story is a testament to that. From experimenting with childhood chemistry kits to joining a volunteer fire company during college, Erik’s dual fascination with fire science and criminal investigation came together perfectly when he noticed a posting for an arson task force forming in his county. Despite feeling he had "no business being there," as he humbly puts it, that chance opportunity launched a remarkable 22-year career—one that continues to evolve today. </p><p>Erik sha...

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