Episode 326: A Foray into Forensic Anthropology
From That's What I Call Science! by That’s What I Call Science
May 31, 2026 · 28 min · Episode 326
About this episode
Olly interviews Professor Lady Sue Black about her career in forensic anthropology and the intersection of science and the legal system.
Welcome back to another episode in sunny Oxford! While Olly was in the UK, she visited St John’s College at the University of Oxford. There, she sat down with the College President, Professor Lady Sue Black, Baroness Black of Strome, to hear about Sue’s career in forensic anthropology and what it is like working as a scientist when your data can be used in the courtroom. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod Thank you to the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volun...
People in this episode
Host: Olly
Guest: Professor Lady Sue Black
Topics covered
- forensic anthropology
- science in the courtroom
- career in science
- interview
- University of Oxford
Keywords
- forensic anthropology
- courtroom science
- Sue Black
- University of Oxford
- St John’s College
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: St John’s College, University of Oxford
Places: Oxford
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