Fire Investigation INFOCUS podcast
By Scott Kuhlman and Chasity Owens
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Welcome to the Fire Investigation INFOCUS podcast, where we dive deep into the fascinating world of origin and cause investigations. Join hosts Scott Kuhlman and Chasity Owens, experienced fire investigators, as they discuss all things fire investigation from the latest techniques, case studies, and challenges faced by professionals in this critical field. Through a community effort, this podcast aims to create a platform for investigators to learn from one another and grow together. Whether you're a seasoned investigator, a first responder, or simply curious about the science behind fire investigations, this bi-weekly podcast will provide valuable insights, expert interviews, and practical tips to enhance your knowledge and skills. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in fire investigation and join the conversation.
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S.3 Ep.20- NFPA 921 Chapter 8 Summary: Active Fire Protection Systems
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Sep 30, 2026 |
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Embercast 5- Smart Outlets at Fire Scenes: Research with Madison Hall and Elias Phipps student and alumni of Eastern Kentucky University
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Sep 23, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.19- Remembering 9/11, Stories From The Field, & Overdue Fan Mail
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Sep 16, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.18- NFPA 921 Chapter 7 Summary- Building Systems
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Sep 02, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.17- Snow-Covered Scenes & Unusual Ignition Sequences: Thinking Outside the Box with Investigator Dennis Zigrang
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Aug 19, 2026 |
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Embercast 4- Research on Butane Refrigerators by Eastern Kentucky University Alumni Kaitlyn Cully & Reuben Jasinski
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Aug 12, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.16- Transforming Fire Investigation in Brazil: Passion, Standards and Progress
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Aug 05, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.15- The Body Is Evidence: Investigating Fatal Fire Scenes with Dr. Elaine Pope
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Jul 22, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.14- EchoSpectra, A New Era of Wildland Fire Documentation; ft. Jesse Sprague, Phinehas Lampman, & Kathleen Matos
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Jul 08, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.13- Why Networking Matters & How You Can Help Shape the Next Generation with Fire Investigator Sawyer Garriques
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Jun 24, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.12- Shaping the Future of Fire Investigation for Employers & Students with Fire Investigator's Adam Holloway & John Hill
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Jun 10, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.11- LIVE from IAAI-ITC with Past President David Bridges & President Devin Palmer
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May 27, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.10- Minimize Cognitive Bias in Fire Investigation with Fire Investigator Nicole Brewer
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May 13, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.9- Live from IAAI-ITC with Dr. Greg Gorbett talking Fire Dynamics, Proficiency Testing, and the Future of Fire Investigation
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Apr 29, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.8- "Well Excluuude Me!"- Learning from Real Court Case Scenarios
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Apr 15, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.7- NFPA 921 Ch.6 Summary Part 2- Fire Patterns; Patterns, Plumes, and Proof
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Apr 01, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.6- NFPA 921 Chapter 6 Summary Part 1, Fire Effects; Can You Defend Your Fire Scene Analysis in Deposition?
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Mar 18, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.5- Possibility to Probability, Wildland Fire Investigation, & Affirmative Evidence with Fire Investigator Keith Parker
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Mar 04, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.4- Building a Successful Fire Investigation Unit: Workflows, Culture, and Results
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Feb 18, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.3- From the Legal Desk: Certified v. Qualified and Common Attacks on Reports ft. Attorney Lauren Guber
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Feb 04, 2026 |
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Episode 50!- The Series Continues; Basic Fire Science | NFPA 921 Chapter 5
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Jan 22, 2026 |
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S.3 Ep.1- New Year Refresh; Site Safety Assessments
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Jan 07, 2026 |
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Embercast 3- Arc vs. Arc Site: Why Words Matter in Fire Investigation ft. Engineer Cameron Novak; Merry Christmas!
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Dec 24, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.25- Inside IAAI Training Week: Evidence, Vehicles, and Real Fire Investigator Lessons ft. Chris Ellis, Anabelle Brown, and Elliot Brown
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Dec 17, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.24- Back to the Basics; NFPA 921 Ch. 4 - Basic Methodology
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Dec 03, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.23- Negative Corpus vs Process of Elimination; Two Alarms, Three Fires, One Security Guard
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Nov 19, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.22 - Protect, Prepare, Participate: The Importance of Safety, Training, & Membership from IAAI Florida Chapter. ft. President Joe Pietrafesa & Vice President Stephen Dollar.
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Nov 07, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.21- Forcing the Narrative During Interviews Can Burn Credibility.
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Oct 23, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.20- Discussing Quantify vs. Qualify, Error Rates, Courtroom Tactics & Training Updates
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Oct 09, 2025 |
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EmberCast 2- Project Fire Buddies: How Firefighters Are Supporting Children & Family Beyond the Call
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Oct 06, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.19- Passing the Torch: Past President Tim Morris Jr. & President Brad Pierson on Leading Illinois IAAI
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Sep 24, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.18- Breaking down Fire Patterns with Case Studies.
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Sep 10, 2025 |
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EmberCast 1 - Mapping the Future of Wildland Fire Investigation ft. Founder & CEO of EchoSpectra, Jesse Sprague
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Sep 04, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.17- NFPA 921 & 1033 Upcoming Updates: What Investigators Need to Know for 2027
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Aug 27, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.16- Back in The Studio: Catch up with us on Fire Investigation Stories, AI Tools, and Generational Games.
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Aug 13, 2025 |
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S2 Ep15- The Body Tells a Story w/ Fire Fatality Expert Elayne Pope- Fire Fatality Investigation Tips and Research
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Jul 30, 2025 |
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S2 Ep14- Depth of Calcination & Tomorrow's Fire Experts: EKU Student Research Spotlight with Molly Morrow & Maggie Fluharty (live from IAAI-ITC)
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Jul 16, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.13- Spontaneous Combustion ft. Dr. Doug Byron (live from IAAI-ITC)
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Jul 02, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.12- Live from IAAI-ITC: Guatemala's Only Fire Investigator, and Two Guest Listeners
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Jun 18, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.11- IAAI Certification Importance and Updates with Rick & Cassie Jones; ECT, CFI, & more.
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Jun 04, 2025 |
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S2 Ep10- Building Confidence in Court: What is a SAW Group And Why Everyone Needs one? ft. Deputy Attorney General Lauren Guber, Fire Investigator Brian Fine, and Dr. Elizabeth Buck,
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May 21, 2025 |
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S2 Ep.9- iGuide 3D Camera, Efficient Fire Investigation Documentation w/ Kayla Theriot
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May 07, 2025 |
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S2 Ep.8- Past, Present & Future with Current & Past President's of IAAI
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Apr 23, 2025 |
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S2. Ep.7- Bridging the Gap: Mentorship, Networking, & Getting Involved at IAAI
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Apr 10, 2025 |
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S2 Ep.6- Evidence Collection Tools, Lithium-Ion Battery Safety, & Generational Gaps.
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Mar 27, 2025 |
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Episode 25! "Not Real" Guests, Unbiased Opinion, & Vehicle Fires.
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.4- Origin Stories with Dr. Greg Gorbett: Evolution of Fire Investigation, New/Old Research, & Advancing Forward.
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Feb 27, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep.3- The Importance of Public & Private Investigator Dynamic, Exiting Immediately During A Fire, & Training
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Feb 12, 2025 |
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S.2 Ep. 2- The Importance of Asking Questions, the Disneyland Firefighter, & Indistinct Chatter with AI
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Jan 29, 2025 |
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S2 Ep.1- Discussing Wildfire Investigations, International Snacks, & Conspiracies
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Jan 15, 2025 |
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Ep.20- Merry Christmas! Christmas Tree Safety, Fan Mail & Season 2!
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Dec 25, 2024 |
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Ep.19- Brewing Change with Beers, Investigator Beers; changing laws, disrupting norms & lab tours
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Dec 11, 2024 |
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Ep.18- From The Legal Desk (#1) with Deputy Attorney General Lauren Guber
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Nov 27, 2024 |
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Ep.17- (Part 2) The Case That Never Ends ft. Investigator Buckingham
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Nov 14, 2024 |
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Ep.16- The Case That Never Ends (Part 1) ft. Investigator Buckingham
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Oct 31, 2024 |
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Ep. 15- Myths & Legends of Fire Investigation
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Oct 15, 2024 |
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Ep.14- Kindling Knowledge: A Brief Look into NFPA 1321 & jury instructions
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Oct 02, 2024 |
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Ep.13- Part 2: Burning Down Bias ft. Investigator Brown
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Sep 18, 2024 |
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Ep. 12- Part 1: Burning Down Bias - Accidental or Arson? ft. Investigator Brown
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Sep 04, 2024 |
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Ep.11- Breathe Easier about Preventing Cancer
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Aug 21, 2024 |
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Ep.10- Kindling Curiosity: Live Classroom Q&A
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Aug 07, 2024 |
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Ep.9- Three, Two, One..
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Jul 24, 2024 |
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Ep.8- The Awkward First Date ft. Police Officer Russell
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Jul 10, 2024 |
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Ep.7- Our most burning question, answered four ways.
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Jun 26, 2024 |
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Ep.6- The Inspectigator ; Fire Marshal Pesqueira
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Jun 12, 2024 |
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Ep. 5- Dave Icove : Kirk's Fire Investigation
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May 29, 2024 |
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Ep.4- Concrete Evidence: Investigator McCulloch
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May 15, 2024 |
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Ep.3- Clarifying Fire Investigation
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May 01, 2024 |
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Ep.2- Elevate Your Fire Training
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Apr 17, 2024 |
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Ep.1- We Have Ignition
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Apr 03, 2024 |