Wicked Words - A True Crime Talk Show with Kate Winkler Dawson Wicked Words - Deborah Blum: Poison as an Accomplice
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Jul 18, 2022 AI Snips
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From Chemistry to Journalism
- Deborah Blum started as a chemistry major but realized she wasn't suited for lab work.
- She caused a toxic cloud and set her hair on fire, leading her to journalism.
Poisons and Premeditation
- Poisons are devious chemical compounds that trick our bodies.
- Poisoning requires premeditation, unlike impulsive acts with other weapons.
Pioneering Forensic Scientists
- Deborah Blum's book focuses on Charles Norris and Alexander Getler.
- They were pioneers of forensic science in the early 20th century New York City.