Every Trail Tells a Story: What Hollywood Gets Right—and Wrong—About Forensics

In this episode of The Evidence Trail, I’m joined by Greg Laskowski, President of Criminalistics Services International, retired criminalist, forensic science educator, and consultant with nearly four decades of experience in forensic science and law enforcement.

Over the course of his remarkable career, Greg has investigated countless crime scenes and developed expertise in bloodstain pattern analysis, firearms examinations, and tool mark comparisons. His work has not only shaped real-world criminal investigations but has also influenced how forensic science is portrayed on screen.

As a trusted technical advisor, Greg has worked behind the scenes on some of television’s most iconic crime dramas, including CSI: Las Vegas, CSI: Miami, CSI: NY, Bones, Law & Order, and Numb3rs, helping bring authenticity and scientific accuracy to millions of viewers.

Join us as Greg shares fascinating stories from his career, discusses the realities of forensic science beyond the TV screen, and offers insights into the evolving role of criminalistics in modern investigations.

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