🎙️ Teeth, Truth, and the Unknown: Behind the Scenes with a Forensic Odontologist

Send us Fan MailGet ready to have your mind blown by one of the most fascinating and under-the-radar roles in the world of first responders! In this episode, I sit down with Christie Madro Stewart, a forensic odontologist and dental forensic identifier with the Alberta Medical Examiner's Office.From dental hygienist to nighttime crime solver, Christie walks us through her gripping journey into the world of forensic science—where jaws hold the answers and every case has a story. With warmth, wit, and razor-sharp expertise, she shares how teeth can uncover the truth in disaster victim identification and criminal investigations.You’ll learn: 🦷 How forensic odontology works (yes, it’s real—and yes, it’s intense) 🧬 What background and education are needed to pursue this career ⚰️ The reality of working behind the scenes with the deceased—and why it matters 💡 Surprising moments, strange cases, and the impact of this crucial workWhether you're in policing, forensics, or just a true crime junkie—this episode is packed with insight you won't hear anywhere else. On the Government of Canada webpages such as :https://www.cpc-ccp.gc.ca/programs-programmes/forensic-ident-judiciaire/index-eng.htmCourses are listed for certain specialties and grants are available if applicable.Blue Line Fitness Testing is a premier law enforcement fitness testing and training center based in Edmonton. Specializing in helping individuals prepare for the physical demands of a career in law enforcement, we offer comprehensive fitness evaluations, specialized training programs, and classes tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Support the showWant to support this podcast even more! Make a monthly subscription for only $3 a month here! Interested in becoming a first responder? Reach out to learn more! Email - [email protected] Line Fitness TestingFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bluelinefitnesstestingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bluelinefitnesstesting/LinkedIn - Nikki Cloutier