Talks / Ideas / Philosophy

The Crimes That Changed London: And How They Shaped Forensic Science.

Various venues across London

Wed 21 Oct · 19:00 · £20.25

90m · Talk

About this event

"The Crimes That Changed London: And How They Shaped Forensic Science. " With Nikki Druce Summary: In a world devoid of the fingerprints, DNA and crime scene photographs which are relied upon to solve a crime, how did the police go about working out whodunnit? In this look at the most influential London murders on modern day policing, we'll visit a few notorious historical crime scenes. We'll learn where the police got it right and where they got it horribly wrong. From Jack the Ripper to the 7/7 bombings, just how much has forensic science evolved in response to the crimes it had to solve. How much does unconscious bias play into detective work, how do certain social factors create investigative barriers, and how do patterns repeat themselves even centuries down the line. This is a whistle stop tour through murder, social justice...and the lack of it. *Please be advised, this talk contains crime scene photos and is not advised for those under 18* Bio: Nikki Druce is the host and creator of the award winning - Macabre London - the original podcast about London's gruesome history and one half of the podcast - Killers, Cults and Queens alongside her partner in crime - Cheryl the Queen ( Drag Race UK). Nikki is the producer of the Scarred For Life podcast and is a regular public speaker delivering talks on dark history, true crime, podcasting, and pop-culture. Venue : Effra Social, 89 Effra Road SW2 1DF Event Running Time: (We recommend arriving at 6:30pm if you're eating, and 7pm if drinks only) Doors from 7pm Introduction: 7:25pm Lecture: 7:30pm Q&A: 8:10pm Finish: 8:30pm FAQs: What is Pints of Knowledge? Pints of Knowledge is a series of public talks where experts, researchers, and big thinkers share fascinating ideas all in the relaxed setting of a pub. We bring brilliant minds and curious audiences together over a pint, covering topics from science and politics to history, art, and beyond. What happens at Pints of Knowledge? At each Pints of Knowledge event, you’ll hear engaging talks (approx. 40 minutes) from expert speakers on fascinating topics — followed by an audience Q&A (approx. 20 minutes). The vibe is informal and social, set in a pub where you can grab a drink, meet interesting people, and enjoy big ideas in a relaxed setting. What if I don't drink alcohol ? No problem at all! Pints of Knowledge is all about the ideas and the community, not the drinks. You’re welcome to enjoy a soft drink, coffee, or whatever you prefer. The focus is on creating a relaxed, social atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable. Can I attend without a ticket? Tickets must be purchased online prior to the event. With our limited capacity at each venue we can't let people in without a ticket. There is occasionally the option to purchase a ticket on the door for our sold-out events, but we cannot guarantee this. Is there food available? Yes, there is usually the option to purchase food at our events - please see each venue's menu on their website. If you plan on eating at the venue, we recommend arriving as early as possible so the kitchen can get your order out before the talk starts. In the unlikely event the kitchen isn't open, there will typically be an option to order in food from elsewhere or bring your own food. Can I get my ticket refunded? We issue full ticket refunds if you have requested 7 days before the event. Any requests after will be at the discretion of the event organiser. Can I get my ticket exchanged? We issue full ticket exchanges if you have requested 48 hours before the event. Any requests after will be at the discretion of the event organiser . Is the event pet/baby friendly? Yes, we allow pets and babies to attend but reserve the right to request their removal if they are disruptive. Is the venue accessible? All of our venues are accessible, besides the following: The Old Queen's Head, The Landor, The Alma, and The Morpeth Arms.