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Fire Investigation INFOCUS podcast
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.
Fire Investigation INFOCUS podcast
Ep.20- Merry Christmas! Christmas Tree Safety, Fan Mail & Season 2!
🎄 Fire Investigation INFOCUS Podcast - Episode 20: Christmas Special 🎄
- A festive episode released on Christmas Day, featuring hosts Scott Kuhlman and Chasity Owens
- Special celebration of reaching top 25% of all Buzzsprout podcasts and hitting 63 Apple Podcast reviews. Goal is 100 reviews before June!
- Discussion of recent fire investigation cases, including Scott's experience with 8 fires in 36 hours
**Technical Deep Dive:**
- Detailed analysis of Christmas tree fire hazards
- Dry trees can reach 3,000-5,000 kilowatts peak heat release rate
- Water-maintained trees only reach ~6.7 kilowatts
- Scientific breakdown using NIST fire calorimetry database
**Key Updates:**
- Scott's department moving forward with CleanSpace respiratory protection equipment
- Discussion of technical spelling variations in NFPA 921 ("ignitable" vs. "ignitible")
- Introduction of Season 2 starting January 15th, 2024
**Fan Mail Corner:**
- Questions answered about gas detection equipment for new investigators
- Feedback from listeners in Ottawa, Canada and Tacoma, Washington
- Discussion of mentorship in the field
**Safety Message:**
- Special holiday PSA about Christmas tree fire safety
- Emphasis on proper tree maintenance and watering
**Word of the Episode:**
- "Inductive Reasoning" - Analysis of its role in the scientific method for fire investigation
Next Episode: Season 2, Episode 1 releasing January 15th, 2024! And a fun tune to close it out. Water your tree! 🎄
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