Danny Jones Podcast #337 - Cutting Open 7,000 Bodies, Epstein Autopsy & Kohberger Idaho 4 Massacre | Joseph Scott Morgan
Oct 3, 2025
Joseph Scott Morgan, a seasoned forensic death investigator and host of Body Bags, shares gripping insights from his extensive career. He discusses the emotional toll of delivering death notifications and the psychological impact of witnessing trauma. Morgan dives into the challenges of identifying unknown bodies and the importance of thorough autopsies in custody cases. He also analyzes high-profile deaths, like George Floyd and the Idaho murders, providing a unique perspective on forensic investigation amidst societal issues.
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Scope Of Death Investigation
- Death investigators handle homicides, accidents, suicides, and natural deaths, acting as the eyes and ears for forensic pathologists at scenes.
- Joseph Scott Morgan finds natural death investigations often more intellectually stimulating than homicides.
Underfunded Coroner Systems Harm Families
- Many coroner offices lack medical training and adequate facilities, leaving the dead and their families underserved.
- Morgan emphasizes that unidentified bodies and poor resources create long-term harm to families and investigations.
Michael Jordan Sr. Case Sparked Change
- Michael Jordan's father was cremated by a small coroner's office that lacked storage for decomposed remains.
- That case shocked the system and spurred changes in how unidentified bodies are handled.