Join host Danielle Davies on the Roar Podcast as she interviews Dr. Debra Prince Zinni, a trailblazing forensic anthropologist. Dr. Zinni shares her inspiring journeyfrom a reluctant dissector in high school to leading the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency's Laboratory. Learn about the critical work her team does in identifying the remains of service members from past conflicts and theemotionally charged moments that bring closure to families. This episode also delves into Dr. Zinni's mentorship of women entering STEM fields and her entrepreneurial pursuits with Scout and Cellar wine consulting. Discover how she balances her rigorous scientific career with her passion for learning and community engagement.
00:00 Introduction to Roar Podcast
00:50 Guest Introduction: Dr. Debra Zinni
01:38 Debbi's Journey to Forensic Anthropology
07:08 The Mission of DPAA Lab
09:59 Women in Forensic Science
17:54 Balancing Science and Emotion
32:13 Emotional Reunion for a Service Member’s Family
33:29 Intersection of History, Identity, and Advocacy for Women
34:50 Challenges and Changes in Forensic Anthropology
35:49 Mission to North Korea: A Historic Moment for Women
40:47 The Process of Identifying Human Remains
41:58 Mentoring the Next Generation in Forensic Science
48:14 Balancing a Full-Time Job and Entrepreneurship
48:45 The Journey into the Wine Business
52:04 Connecting Through Wine and Real Estate Ventures
57:15 How to Support the Mission and Get Involved
01:02:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
To learn more about the DPAA and the work they do:
Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency
(We highly recommend the DPAA Agency Video on the right hand side of the page)
Resources for Families, Including Service Casualty Offices of each branch of the military
Books Mentioned:
To get in touch with or follow Dr. Zinni:
FB: Debbi Prince
LI: Debbi Zinni
IG: Debbi Zinni
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