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#463 Dr Mark Spencer on Forensic Botany Hidden Evidence & Solving Crime Through Nature
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This episode takes you into a side of investigation most people never even realise exists. I sat down with forensic botanist Dr Mark Spencer who has spent over a decade supporting police forces and forensic teams by using plants, pollen, soil and environmental evidence to interpret crime scenes, locate missing persons and uncover what has happened in complex cases. From disturbed vegetation to microscopic trace evidence Mark explains how the natural world can reveal movement, timelines and human activity in ways that traditional forensics alone cannot.
What makes this conversation so powerful is how relevant it is to anyone working in the blue light sector. It is a reminder that evidence is not always obvious and that what we overlook can matter most. Recorded in collaboration with the Blue Light Show this episode highlights the value of specialist knowledge, professional curiosity and continuous learning. It will change how you see scenes, landscapes and the world around you.
Guest Links – Dr Mark Spencer
Website - https://markspencerbotanist.com/
Watch Mark’s Work in Action - Forensic Botany Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlODapBDU9o
LinkedIn - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/mark-spencer-96a33762
Contact - Email: hotfungus@hotmail.com
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