We talk with legendary NYC death investigator Barbara Butcher about what it really takes to walk into a death scene, read the evidence, and help the dead get justice. We also get honest about the human cost, the pay, and what she learned from 23 years and more than 5,500 investigations. Barbara shares the realities of forensic investigation, the emotional toll of the job, how people enter this career field, and how much death investigators can make in cities like New York and across the U.S.If you enjoyed this episode, head over to how much can I make that info and check out our unique and unusual careers category →Connect with Barbara Butcher:Instagram - @butcher.barbaraX - @OCMEForensics - https://x.com/OCMEForensicsFacebook Page - @barbarabutcherofficial - https://www.facebook.com/BarbaraButcherOfficialPage/Website: https://www.barbarabutcherofficial.com/Barbar's book: What The Dead Know →Netflix Series: Homicide New York →Watch Barbara on Oxygen’s new true-crime series: “The Death Investigator with Barbara Butcher” →"How Much Can I Make?" Is nominated for 2026 Women in Podcasting Award!Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica NationVisit howmuchcanimake.info

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