How much could your phone, smartwatch or even your car reveal about you?

In a world where around 90% of crimes now have a digital element, digital forensics has never been more important — or more complex.

In this episode, we are joined by digital forensic expert Rachael Medhurst for a fascinating look into one of the fastest-growing areas of modern policing and forensic investigation.

Rachael is a Senior Lecturer in Digital Forensics, co-founder of Positive Cyber Solutions, recently appeared on BBC One's Frontline Fightback, and is the author of the upcoming book Bridging the Gap Between Cyber Security, Forensics and Policing. She is also completing a PhD exploring the forensic challenges posed by emerging technologies, from smart medical devices to connected vehicles.

Together, we go under the barrier tape to explore what digital forensics really involves — from the moment a device lands on an investigator's desk to the painstaking process of extracting, preserving and analysing data that could make or break a case.

We discuss the growing role of digital evidence across all types of crime, the challenges of encryption, cloud storage and AI-generated content, and what the rise of smart technology means for the future of forensic investigation.

Rachael also shares real-life investigations, the cases that have stayed with her, the importance of collaboration between digital and traditional forensic teams, the mental health challenges faced by digital forensic investigators, and her advice for anyone looking to enter this rapidly evolving field.

Whether you're interested in policing, forensic science, cyber security, or simply curious about what your digital footprint says about you, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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