Twisted Britain
A fortnightly podcast about UK true crime with a touch of the weird and the macabre. Hosted by Bob and Ali sat in The Settle Inn in Stirling, they take it week about to tell each other a criminal tale from British history, expect weird tales, dodgy history lessons oh and there's always someone drinking in the background!
Episodes
Episode 104 - Emily kaye ,The crumbles Part 2
This week on Twisted Britain, we have the second of the Crumbles Murders, Emily Kaye was attaked and murdered by her lover Patrick Mahon
06/04/24•1h 3m
Episode 103 - The Crumbles Murders, part 1 -Irene munroe
This week on twisted Britain we hear about the savage and unessesary murder of Irene Munro, killed for nothing more than her holiday money.This is the first of 2 episodes set in the crumbles area of EastbourneMarks for listening
22/03/24•47m 28s
Bonus Episode - True crime round table
Here is the audio from the True Crime Round Table that we had the pleasure of doing with Adam for Uk True Crime, Mike from Murder mile, and Paul from The True Crime Enthusiast, its a lot of chat and a lot of fun with a bit of nonsense we hope you enjoy Thanks for listening
12/03/24•1h 5m
Episode 102 - June anne devany
This week on Twisted Britain Bob tells about the very tragic murder of June Anne Devaney, a nearly 4 year old girl abducted from her hospital bed in the 1940s, but we try to focus on the excellent police response including the cirst ever mass fingerprinting thanks for listening
07/03/24•48m 35s
Episode 101 - The Twisted Britain Whisky Weird Laws Tasting Quiz
This week on Twisted Britain we have a special episode for you, Ali decided to run a quiz and get us drunk in the same episode.So Allow us to present the first ever Twisted Whisky quiz, Ali has some weird laws to quiz Bob on and whilst they do that he treats bob to some rather nice whisky.It’s more of a ramble than normal but it’s a wee bit of fun!?Thanks very much for listening
27/02/24•1h 20m
Episode 100 - The Hammersmith ghost murder
This time on Twisted Britain, Ali tells us of the Hammersmith Ghost murder ( and Bob loves ghost stories!) its one he heard of through a family friend who is a decentdent of the victim This is our first attempt at a distance recording sothe sound is not as good as normal
13/02/24•58m 9s
Episode 99 - Anne Naylor
This week on Twisted Britain Ali tells us the horrible tale of the death of Anne Naylor a 14 year old who died at the hands of her employerMerry Christmas everyone!thanks for listening
21/12/23•49m 49s
Episode 98 - Caroline Luard - the Seal Chart Murder
This week on Twisted Britain Bob tells us about Caroline Luard, The seal Chart Murder, this is a long standing cold case in the UK where noone has ever been found guilty of Carolines murder, Bob and Ali also discuss thier thoughts on is it possible to solve these historic cases thanks for listening
01/12/23•53m 57s
Episode 97 -William starchfield
This week on Twisted Britain Ali tells us of the very sad murder of 5 year old William Starchfield, whoes body was found on a London train in 1914, but not only do ŵ look at this case but we introduce the first ever Metasode, a podcast with in a podcast
24/11/23•1h 14m
Episode 96 - Florence Maybrick
This week on Twisted Britain, Bob follows up on Alis Liverpool poisoners with another female poisoner for the Liverpool area only a few years later Florence Maybrick, was she a poisoner or was she the victim of a misogynistic court system Thank you for listening
10/11/23•59m 16s
Episode 95 - Catherine Flannagan & Margaret Higgins
This week on Twisted Britain Ali tells us of 2 Irish sisters living in liverpool in the late 1800s, a pair of poisonners, but was that it or was there a deeper conspiracy going on here thanks for listening
10/10/23•1h 3m
Episode 94 - Twistedpedia - Some pirates and a holy Rood
As Ali in rance (apparently for the last time!) The wonderful hosts of Crimepedia, Morgan and Cherry have joined Bob over the interweb for a speacial recording this week. Bob tells Cherry and Morgan about some pirates with a twist! Mary Read, was a bad ass pirate but did the crew know her real identity. And then....... Morgan blows the socks off the oldest case and possibly the weirest one too! A Cross tried for murder!Thanks for listening
01/10/23•1h 18m
Special Episode - Podcasters and pints London 2023
Something a bit different this weekDuring our trip to CrimeCon London back in June, we got to sit down with some of our favorite podcast friends to discuss all things podcasting, all while enjoying some pints. If you haven't yet done so, please make sure to check out these great podcasts:Crimepedia (Morgzan and Cherry)True Consequnces (Eric Carter-Ladin)Seeing Red (Mark and Bethan)
27/09/23•51m 12s
Episode 93 - The Tichbourne Claimnet
This week on Twisted Britain Bob tells us a Tale of shipwreck, a curse and a family dating back to before the Norman conquest. The Tichbourne Claimnet was a man who came from out of the blue 11 years after a shipwreck to claim the right to a family estate. But was it all a lie? (Yep) Thanks from bob and Ali for listening Thank you, Love you, Bye
29/08/23•57m 14s
Episode 92 - A few witches
This week on twisted Britain Ali takes some time to look at a few different witch stories he has come across during his readings
21/08/23•48m 34s
Episode 91 - The Ratcliffe Highway Murders
This week on twisted Britain Bob tells us about TheRatcliffe highway murders, the attack on 2 families In 1811 in the East end of London. The attacks left 7 people dead in weeks. But was the right Man chargedThanks for listeningPlease do join us online:Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritainFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain,Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritainMerch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
14/08/23•58m 42s
Episode 90 - The Dandelion killer
This week on twisted Britain Ali tells us about another poisoning case Herbert rouse Armstrong Better known as the dandelion killer, was a lawyer found guilty of murder.... the only one in British history '
25/06/23•59m 12s
Extra - CrimeCon UK 2023 round up with Morgan
This is a special episode giving a round up of crime Con 2023, we are joined from Chicago airport by Morgan from crimepedia so the line is a bit loud at times but it's fun anyways!!!
14/06/23•17m 27s
Episode 89 - Joseph Samuel
Another man they couldn't hang. Although this time Joseph Samuel was in the penal colonies of Australia. After being arrested when he was 14 he was sent to Sydney where you would think he would change his ways, alas no but what happened the day he was supposed to hang? Thanks for listeningPlease do join us online:Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritainFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritainPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritainMerch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
09/06/23•59m 37s
Episode 88 - Thomas Cochrane
This week on Twisted Britain we release an episode we recorded a while ago, but for some reason got missed out..... Ali will not be happy as he tells us the story of one of his faorite people! Thomas Cochrane the 10th Earl of Dundonald, and his place in history...... dont worry crime is coming! Thanks for listening
01/06/23•1h 5m
Episode 87 - Marcelle Petiot
BACKGROUND NOISE WARNING Ali once again takes us over the sea to France, this time to tell us about Marcel Petiot a French serial killer who preyed on Jewish refugees attempting to flee France during the Nazi occupation.Thanks for listeningPlease do join us online:Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritainFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritainPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritainMerch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
18/05/23•1h 17m
Episode 86 - Vere St Ledger Goold
This week on Twisted Britain we do SPORTS, kind of! Ali tells us of a tale that takes us from Wimbledon final to murder most foul Vere Thomas "St. Leger" Goold, an Irish man who in the same year, 1879, went from final of the all comers Wimbledon final, to being transported to Devils island for Murder in Monte Carlo
09/05/23•47m 47s
Episode 85 - Henry Fauntleroy
This week on Twisted Britain Bob tells the story of Henry Fauntleroy, an 18th century banker, and forger, the last man to be hanged for forgery in the UK Thanks for listeningPlease do join us online:Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritainFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritainPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritainMerch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
25/04/23•34m 14s
Episode 84 - Elizabeth brownrigg
This week on twisted Britain Ali tells us about Elizabeth Brownrigg an 18th century murderer who after taking some apprentices goes ever so slightly dark thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
31/03/23•45m 24s
Episode 83 - the disappearance of Agatha Christie
This week on Twisted Britain, bob might have cheated a wee bit! But he brings you the weird and wonderful tale of the disappearance of one of English literatures most prolific writers, Agatha Christie thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
24/03/23•56m 57s
Episode 82 - Susan Newell
This week on Twisted Britain Ali tells us about Susan Newell was the last woman to be hanged as capital punishment in Scotland
15/03/23•55m 24s
Episode 81 - The Poisoning of Francis Blandy
This week Ali tells the tale of Mary Blandy and the murder of her father, at her hands ….. all for love! (Absolutely not for money!) It follows on from last weeks episode, as her and Elizabeth Jeffries sent each other letters while waiting on the gallows thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
01/02/23•1h 2m
Episode 80 - Elizabeth Jeffries
This week on Twisted Britain Ali tells us about Elizabeth Jeffries who was hanged in Epping Forest, in 1752 for the murder of her uncle Joseph Jeffries thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
26/01/23•45m 55s
EPISODE 79 - Mary Pearcey
It’s the first episode of 2023, Happy new year to you all Ali and Bob blether some nonsense and the we tell you the tale of Mary Pearcey, a murderess who was once suspected as being Jill the ripper….. was She?…. No but thats our opinion
17/01/23•1h 8m
Episode 78 The Ardlamont Mystery/Murder
This week on Twisted Britain, Bob tells Ali of the ardlamont mystery and its on this occasion something that we both know a little about…. So it’s been an edit!!1 to say the least!
19/11/22•44m 56s
Episode 77 - 40 elephants
This week on Twisted Britain Ali takes a look at one of Britain’s most successful all female gang, the 40 Elephants, and the women behind it thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
04/11/22•47m 13s
Episode 76 - A psych for sore minds - interview
This is a recording from Crimecon Glasgow this a year, we had the chance to sit down and have a chat with Dr Sohom Das from the YouTube channel a psych for sore minds, hope you enjoy and if you want a chance to win a copy of his book check our social media Chanel’s now
28/10/22•49m 3s
Episode 75 - Galvanism
Did the hanging of George Forster in 1802 inspire one of the worlds most famous novels, the first Prometheus, find out this week on twisted Britain ( bonus points if you know the modern name of the novel!)
21/10/22•37m 47s
Bonus Episode - Picture the enthusiastic twisted Scene
A wee bonus episode that was recorded with Andy and Rachel from Picture the scene and Paul from the True Crime enthusiast Its was recorded for Picture the Scene but thought our listeners would like to have a listen, if you havent checked out either of them you should!
18/10/22•1h 16m
Episode 74 - A peaky behind the blinder Pt2
In this episode we go back to have a look at the real mean behind the gangs of Birmingham
14/10/22•1h 8m
Episode 73 - A peaky behind the blinder
This week on twisted Britain Ali has a look at the people behind the Peaky blinders who were the real men .thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
07/10/22•54m 41s
Behind the Mic at CrimeConUK
Here is a special episode recorded in Glasgow at Crimecon, we are joined by some of the be st true crime podcasters in the UK, sit back relax and listen to us talk for a while
30/09/22•45m 40s
Episode 72 - Ask Us Anything
This week in a btreak from the norm, Ali and Bob take questions from the Tqwisted Britain Discussion Group and while consuming a few pints answer them best they can Thanks for listening
18/07/22•1h
Episode 71 - Mamie Stuart With Paul The True Crime Entusiast
We are honoured to be joined by Paul from The True Crime Enthusiast, He joined us over Zoom to hear Ali blow bobs mind twice in one episode! This is the case of Mamie Stuart, was a 26-year-old English woman who disappeared from her home in Caswell Bay Wales Thanks for listening
08/07/22•58m 17s
Episode 70 - Behind the Mic at CrimeCon Uk
This week its a very different episode, and i hope you like it. This is the live session Bob took part in at CrimeCon, Hosted by the wonderful Sinead from Mens Rea, Bob is joined by Sarah from Conning the Con and Gemma from Whats up Doc Sadly due to circumstances outwith our control Ali and Bob didnt get to record thier live podcast but we will be back next week with a new Twisted Britain Thanks for listening
16/06/22•48m 46s
Episode 69 - Sisters
This is the second episode recorded with Adam from the UK True Crime podcast, Adam hosts this time and he tells us about we the very strange relationship between two sisters and their parents. On the outside all looks very normal -whatever that means - but soon a series of disturbing events show that this isn't the case at all.... Writing credit: Haze from Podcast she Wrote (catch her on all social channels)
01/06/22•48m 54s
Episode 68 - Renee Macrae disappearance
This week we bring you the first of 2 special episodes recorded with Adam from UK True Crime, in this episode Bob tells the sad case of the disappearance of Rene Macrae and her 3 year old son Andrew. They both went missing 42 years ago and there has been no sign of them since. will we get justice this year? a huge thanks to Adam for having me up to record, sadly no Ali this time
24/05/22•37m 51s
Episode 67 - The Porthole Murder
This week on Twisted Britain Bob tells us of the first case of Corpus delicti, in a mini series (well is it really Corpus delicti!) or cases where people have been found guilty of murder but with out the body ever being found..... bodieless murders! in this episode we hear the sad case of Gay Gibson, an aspiring actress who may have just caught the eye of the wrong man thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britainUpdate Description
27/04/22•39m 50s
Episode 66 - Miles Wetherill and some more non crime
This week on Twisted Britain we hear Ali once again tell us a tale with no crime in it at all!! But we let him off as its interesting! Bob tells the tale of Miles Wetherhill, a story containing a crazed weaver, a 16 year old girl, a protective preist and a hatchet thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
12/04/22•50m 21s
Episode 65 - a fairy killing and Royal mile rumble
This week on Twisted Britain we are joined by Andy from Picture the scene podcast. we go old school and flip a copin to see who goes first, Andy tells us of a witch/fairy trial in Ireland and Ali tells us of the first murder of a police man in the line of duty in the UK, and Bob sits back and has a pint thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
21/02/22•1h 4m
Episode 64 - The shooting of Cecil Teesdale
This week on Twisted Briytain Ali kicks off the New Year by telling us of the shooting of Cecil Teesdale, an angry wife and a trial outcomer that took Bob by surprise Thank you, Love you, Bye Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
19/01/22•48m 5s
Episode 63 - Scottish Rebels, Ft Adam from UK True Crime
This week on Twisted Britain we are joined by Adam From UK true crime and Bob tells him the story of the last men to be Hung drawn and quatered in the UK (never mind what Ali says!) John Baird and Andrew Hardie, were executed in Stirling in 1820, on the charge of Treason Thanks for listeningPlease do join us online:Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritainFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritainInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritainPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritainMerch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
15/12/21•46m 19s
Live at Crimecon Part deux!
So this week on Twisted Britain we bring you the second of our LIVE recording of Twisted Britain from CrimeCon UK, in this special live recording we had the absolute joy of being joined by the wonderful Sinead from Mens Rea, and the always impressive Dr Sohom Das, from the youtube channel a Psych for sore minds. its an honor to have been joined by such amazing guests This was recoreded in front of a live audience so its noisy but we had a great time doing it and we hope you enjoy
13/10/21•44m 45s
Twisted Britain at CrimeConUK
So this week on Twisted Britain we bring you the first ever LIVE recording of Twisted Britain, we recordd this at CrimeconUK and we had the pleasure of being joined by Paul - The true crime enthusiast and Mike from Murder mile This was recoreded in front of a live audience so its noisy but we had a great time doing it and we hope you enjoy
05/10/21•30m 35s
Episode 62 -Eugene Chantrel
This week on Twisted Britain Ali tells about the french teacher and all round horible man Eugene Chantrelle, a man convicted on 'circumstantial evidence' of the murder of his wife in Edinburgh in1878 Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
19/08/21•58m 30s
Episode 61 - The Brighton Trunk Murders
On this weeks Twisted Britain its Bob's turn to tell you a case, this week we take a look at the weird coincidence of the Brighton Trunk Murders and have a wee chat about our thoughts on the case/s This is the first episode back in the pub so we have that background noise i know you all love! Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain
12/07/21•47m 11s
Episode 60 - The Pendle Witches Pt2
On this weeks Twisted Britain Ali finishes off on our first 2 part episode, this week he follows up on the Pendle witches, Theres a lot of blether in this episode you have been warned! Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/
24/06/21•41m 55s
Episode 59 - The Pendle Witch trials Pt1
On this wees Twisted Britain Ali starts us off on our first 2 part episode, this wee he focuses on the Pendle witches, and mainly the testimony of Jenet Davies Theres a lot of blether in this episode you have been warned! Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/
27/05/21•49m 19s
Episode 58 - Cato Street Conspiracy
This week on Twisted Britain Bob tells you the story of Arthur Thistlewood and his involvement in the attemped assasination of the entire British Cabinet, the Cato Street Consprracy Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb
10/05/21•45m 1s
Episode 57 - HMS Dreadnaught hoax
This week on Twisted Britain Bob is joined by a new co-host! Ali will be joining us in Twisted Britain from now on, and we will be taking it episode about to tell you a case from Britain with a twist of the weird and the Macabre. In time its Ali's turn, and for his first ever episode Ali tells us of the incredible hoax on the HMS Dreadnaught, what’s more to ask, fancy dress, fake royals and a visit to a big boat Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb
27/04/21•47m 12s
Episode 56 - Haw Bridge Torso
This week on Twisted Britain Bob is joined by a new cohost! Ali will be joining us in Twisted Britain from now on, and we will be taking it episode about to tell you a case from Britain with a twist of the wierd and the Macabre. In this weeks episode Bob tells you of the case of the Haw bridge torso, as suggested by listener Andy. Its a case that has everything that is Twisted Britain excuse Ali he was nervous!!! Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb
26/04/21•40m 2s
Episode 55 - Polish man in Perth
This week on Twisted Britain Bob looks at what could be deemed a recent case in Twisted britain terms!! this is the Story of Stanislaw Myskza, a Polish soilder resettled in Scotland after the second world war and how greed lead him to kill Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Referenced Material: Scottish Murders by https://www.truecrimelibrary.com/crimearticle/perthshires-polish-killer/ https://horrorhistory.net/2020/02/06/the-last-man-to-be-hanged-in-perth-for-bludgeoning-a-woman-with-a-shotgun/https://institutionalhistory.com/homepage/prisons/major-prisons/hmp-perth/#_ftn3 Murderpedia and of course the British newspaper archives
10/03/21•29m 5s
Episode 54: Burke and Hare
This week on Twisted Britain Bob goes back to possibly the first True Crime case he ever looked in to!!! This is the Case of the Edinburgh Bodie snatchers, William Burke and William Hare, and their murderous spree of Edinburgh’s unknowns to profit from a boom in science Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Referenced Material:Historic-uk.com -https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofScotland/Burke-Hare-infamous-murderers-graverobbers/Edinburghlive.co.uk- https://www.edinburghlive.co.uk/news/edinburgh-news/burke-and-hare-four-facts-15742965Royal-mile.com - http://www.royal-mile.com/famous-scots/burke-and-hare.htmlbritannica.com - https://www.britannica.com/biography/William-Burke-and-William-Hareedinburgh-history.co.uk - http://www.edinburgh-history.co.uk/burke-hare.html and of course www.burkeandhare.com
23/02/21•34m 13s
Episode 53: The Chocolate Cream Killer
This week on Twisted Britain Bob looks at the story of Christiana Edmunds, or the Chocolate cream killer, this is a story that combines so many of his favourite things in one story, historic crime, a tale of love not quite requited, poison and a bonkers protagonist!!! Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Referenced Material: Myhousemystreet – mhms.org.uk Old police cells museum - https://www.oldpolicecellsmuseum.org.uk/ Womans History Network - https://womenshistorynetwork.org/Murder-UK.com Wikipedia Tony Rennell - DailyMail.co.uk Dark histories Podcast The Case of the Chocolate Cream Killer - The Poisonous Passion of Christiana Edmunds by Kaye Jones
10/02/21•35m 58s
Episode 52 - Rich man soup
This week on Twisted Britain, Bob returns to the 2 things he love the most old crime stories and old Pubs! This is the Story of the Jarmans of the Ostrich Inn, Colnbrook, listen to hear all about the magic bed and the horrible way in which the Jarmans extracted all they could out of thier wealthy patrons
19/10/20•20m 15s
episode 51 - Gertrude Canning
This week on Twisted Britain, Bob takes a listener suggestion. This is the story of the sad case of Gertrude Canning, murdered in broad daylight near Invarary. This Cold case probably stay unsloved for ever
04/10/20•30m 24s
Episode 50 - a first time podcaster about sharks
Its the 50th Episode!!! and this week i'm joined for the first and probably only time by Mrs Twisted Britain, Roslyn! Since she has never seen the podcast recorded I thought i would invite her on to it!!! Roslyn sets me the challenge of sharks and the case covered is that od the murder of Andrew Heath, come listen to see what happens when a loan shark plays a dangerous game. Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
10/07/20•30m 29s
51: Episode 49 - a double d**k head
Tune in this week to hear the tory of Joseph McGinley, the first on a 'new list' and hear Alexa throw me off with her butting in!!! Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
26/06/20•24m 8s
50: Twisted Chat episode 1 - Chat with Theo From Spree
Here is the first of the Twisted Chat episodes, these will come out after the episode to which it relates, in this episode i chat with Theo, from Spree: British true crime hope you enjoy You can find Spree: British True Crime here: @SpreePodcast Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
21/05/20•12m 17s
49: Episode 48 - Tone Deaf
This week on Twisted Britain, the challenge is set by Warren and Kay from Tone Deaf: A theatre Nerd's guide for their spouse @ToneDeafMusical and the challenge word is Drum stick, and of course I include the chat with Theo from Spree: British True Crime @SpreePodcast This is the sad and almost unbelievable story of the terrorist attack in Woolwich London that saw Fusilier Drummer Lee Rigby brutally attacked and killed in broad daylight You Can find Tone Deaf: A theatre Nerd's guide for their spouse Here: @ToneDeafMusical You can find Spree: British True Crime here: @SpreePodcast Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
12/05/20•30m 54s
48: Episode 47 - Spree: British True Crime - Fraud
This week on Twisted Britain, the challenge is set by Theo from Spree: British True Crime @SpreePodcast and the challenge word is Fraud, and of course I include the chat with Kate from Ignorance was bliss @iwbpodcas This is the increadible story of Mary Carleton, a woman made famous through Marriage fraud You Can find Ignorance Was Bliss here: @IWBPodcast You can find Spree: British True Crime here: @SpreePodcast Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
18/04/20•36m 4s
47: Episode 46 - A bit of a different Ep`!
This week on Twisted Britain, i have an appology to make, i didnt have the normal episode ready so here is what we are calling Bobs Twisted Tales, the first of many i hope, and this one is about the Hartleypool monkey Hangers Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
10/04/20•19m 27s
46: Episode 45 - Ignorance Was Bliss - Weird food
This week on Twisted Britain, the challenge is set by the wonderful Kate from Ignorance was bliss @iwbpodcast and the challenge word is Weird Food, and of course I include the chat with Ruckland from @5and30withruk This is the tale of the Yorkshire Witch, Mary Bateman If you would like to submit questions for Ruk to ask other podcasters here is the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevqauO78CJiK8-97i41eKJflauIocpMZTpTS3e5DEM89MZYQ/viewform You Can find Ignorance Was Bliss here: @IWBPodcast You can find 5 and 30 with Ruk here: @5and30withruk Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
27/03/20•35m 7s
45: Episode 44 - 5 and 30 with Ruk - Spies
This week on Twisted Britain, the challenge is set by Ruckland from @5and30withruk and the challenge word is Spies, and of course I include the chat with Tara and Jess from @3spookedgirls Thank you to Ruk for being kind and allowing me to do another spy story.... I promise it wasnt set up! I hope you all enjoy this week I had fun looking up the story of Carl Lody. If you would like to submit questions for Ruk to ask other podcasters here is the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevqauO78CJiK8-97i41eKJflauIocpMZTpTS3e5DEM89MZYQ/viewform You can find 5 and 30 with Ruk here: @5and30withruk You can find 3 spooked girls here: @3spookedgirlspod Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
13/03/20•39m 21s
44: Episode 43 - 3 Spooked Girls - High heels
This week on Twisted Britain, the challenge is set by Tara and Jessica from 3 Spooked Girls, an the word the set is High Heels This week is a stretch to find a case but I hope you allow a bit of poetic license, Bob recounts a case from 2002 that involves everything from sadomasichism, to body parts in concrete, this is the crazy story of Tracey Seaward had the murder of her partner Phillip Brierley You can find Aethuran: Dark Saga here: @Aethuranpodcast and you can find 3 spooked girls here: @3spookedgirlspod Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
28/02/20•30m 52s
43: Episode 42- Phill - Dark Saga - Demons
This week on Twisted Britain, the Challenge is set by Phill from Aethuran: Dark Saga, and he sets the challenge word to be Demons. Bob finds the case of the Ossett Satanic murders and tells the gruesome story of Micheal Taylor and how mixture of failed exorcism and the influence of a rather weird christian group leads to the tragic murder of his wife Christine You can find Aethuran: Dark Saga here: @Aethuranpodcast Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
14/02/20•28m 0s
42: Episode 41 - Solo Bob! - Bethan, Seeing Red
THis week on Twisted Britian is the first week of the new format, with Bob on his own. This weeks challenge is set by Bethan from Seeing Red, thank you Bethan Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
31/01/20•25m 4s
41: Episode 40 - Last spy in the chair & Tudor Simionov
This week on Twisted Britain Nadine tells the sad story of Tudor Simionov a bouncer killed doing his job outside a fancy Mayfair party, and Bob starts off his mini series on spies by telling the story of Ludovico Hurwitz-y-Zender Nadine on Long story Bob on short story This weeks promo for: THE DARK HISTORIES PODCAST Dark Histories tells the stories of our darkest moments, deepest mysteries and strangest happenings. From large cultural events to smaller, localised legends. Bi-weekly episodes on historical mysteries, murders and cultural oddities. @DarkHistories Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
28/12/19•56m 24s
40: Episode 39 - Pudding Lane & The Moorcock Inn
This week on Twisted Britain Nadine covers the 4 days that London was engulved in flame during the Great Fire of London, and Bob tells a little known unsolved murder from the Peak District, The Bill O Jacks Murders Bob on long story Nadine on short story This weeks promo for: Mirths and Monsters (the award winning) family friendly show, sharing tales of adventures. There's a dog in it too. https://play.acast.com/s/mirthsandmonsters… @mirths_monsters Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
13/12/19•1h 2m
39: Episode 38 - The man they couldn't hang & A robbery that didn't happen
This week on Twisted Britain Bob recounts the story of John Babbacome Lee, the man they couldn't hang, although they did try 3 times! Nadine talks about a nearly robbery of £72 million from HSBC Bob on short story Nadine on Long story This weeks Promo All Crime No Cattle: @ACNCpodcast A conversational true crime podcast all about Texas hosted by natives Shea and Erin. We cover cases from the Lone Star State, big and small. New episodes drop weekly for your listening pleasure. Because crime is bigger in Texas, y'all. Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
29/11/19•1h 1m
38: Episode 37 -Greedy B*tches & Boiling blonde fit of rage
Sorry for the delay! This week on Twisted Britain Nadine tells the unbelievable story of Shannon Mathews a girl hidden by her own family who were trying to cash in on her disappearance, and Bob tells the story of Ruth Ellis the last woman to meet the hangmans noose in the UK. This weeks Promo for 5 and 30 with Ruk, an interview podcast coming January 2020, a very good friend of Twisted Britain and one we hope you all check out https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/5-and-30-with-ruk-935710 Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
22/11/19•1h 21m
37: Episode 36 - Killer Clowns and an Outrage
This week on Twisted Britain Bob tells the Story of the Tottenham Outrage, a robbery with an epic chase after, and Nadine rounds off her month of Halloween by covering the horrible and scary fad of 2016 'Killer Clowns' Bob on short story Nadine on long story Promo this week for Me, My demon and I. An original horror-comedy. We join Johnny, a down on his luck guy who, one morning, finds out he's been possessed by a demon. https://anchor.fm/memydemonandi/episodes/Me--My-Demon--and-I-Trailer-e5bkvf Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
01/11/19•53m 38s
36: Halloween Special
This week Twisted Britain brings you a special Halloween Episode. Listen as Bob tells the devilish tale of the origins of Jack o lantern and Nadine tells us all about Seances Hope you all have a great Halloween Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Thanks for listening
31/10/19•55m 50s
35: Episode 35 - A material witch and Stand and deliver
This week Nadine continues her month of Halloween by recounting the tale of the Paisley witch trails, revolving around Christian Shaw and her accusations. Bob helps to right the false legend of one of England celebrated Higghway man, the tale of Dick Turpin Bob on longstory Nadine on short story Promo this week for Simply Strange, A podcast telling the stories behind our world's darkest mysteries. https://simplystrangepodcast.com/ Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
18/10/19•1h 3m
34: Episode 34 - Cleft chin murder & the Disappearance of Genette Tate
This week Nadine tells the still unsolved story of the disappearance of Genette Tate but she gives some insite in to her thoughts on who the possible killer was, and Bob covers the stupidest criminals yet! recounting the case of the cleft chin murderers Bob on short story Nadine on long story Promo this week for True Crime Scotland, a podcast dedicated to bringing you true crime from Scotland https://audioboom.com/channels/4990163 Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
04/10/19•56m 55s
33: Episode 33 - A murder in the garage & some real justice
This week Nadine tells the horribly sad story of the death of Damilola Taylor, a boy in the wrong place at the wrong time. Bob tells the story of the Podmore case, which highlights some excellent police work from scotland yard. We are joined by Kate, one of our wonderful patreons, Kate delivers the intro beautifully and stays with us for the episode. Bob on Long story Nadine on short story Promo this week for Forgotten Darkness Podcast, Digging through old newspapers for obscure, bizarre, or noteworthy stories. Usually true crime or the unexplained. http://forgottendarkness.podbean.com/ Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
20/09/19•56m 5s
32: Episode 32 - A cannibalistic quandary & the haunting of scratching Fanny
This week on Twisted Britain Bob asks a question about the greater good! And Nadine tells the (rather rude sounding) tale of the cock lane ghost. Bob on long story Nadine on short story Promo for Pomegranates and pitchforks, Alix is a creep and Sunshine is her enabling best friend. Horror of all kinds. History, sociology, and politics, from zombies to serial killers. https://twitter.com/PomPitchPod Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
06/09/19•1h 12m
31: Episode 31 - A Pimlico Mystery and a hammer attack
This week on Twisted Britain Bob recounts the case of the Pimlico Mystery, a case still unsolved to this day and Nadine tells the story of Sally Challen, a case that highlights the issues around Coercive control. Bob on short story Nadine on long story Promo for Spree, A British based true crime podcast where the hosts discuss everything from murder to ghosts. https://twitter.com/SpreePodcast Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Discord Server : https://discord.gg/napQ3Cb Thanks for listening
23/08/19•1h 5m
30: Episode 30 - The Baker street papers & the lady of the hills
The one with the scheduling mess up!!! This week on Twisted Britain, Bob tells the story of The Lady of the Hills, as recommended by Pete and Nadine the story of Arthur Conan Doyle's missing papers. Bob on Short story Nadine on Long story Promo for 3 Spooked Girls: Twitter @3spookedgirls Instagram @3spookedgirls Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/
09/08/19•58m 41s
29: Episode 29 - a wildlife ban and a Laundry copper
This week on Twisted Britain we are joined by Vicky as a guest host, Bob tells the story of Katherine Webster and the disturbing tale of Julia Martha Thomas's death and Nadine tells the story of the first and only ABSO handed out for wildlife crime A massive thank you to Vicky for joining us this week Bob on Long story Nadine on Short story Promo for Things that keep me up at night https://ttkmeup.com/ Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Thanks for listening
29/07/19•59m 42s
28: Episode 28 - Britain's forgotten serial killer & small town superheroes
This week on Twisted Britain we are joined by Emma as a guest host, Bob tells the story of Patrick MacKay, Britain's forgotten, yet longest serving serial killer, and Nadine tells the tales of the local superheros that keep our small towns safe!!. A massive thank you to Emma for joining us this week Bob on Long story Nadine on Short story Promo for Exercising Depression https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/exercising-depression?refid=stpr&fbclid=IwAR3XyELYzDLp0PbNLAXclrZ92LsPTz4K0AyU1miaaSN9RluMIBnYS3RRVGg Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Thanks for listening
12/07/19•1h 7m
27: Episode 27 - A Twisted birthday - Sandyford and Camden
This week is Twisted Britain's first Birthday and we have been honoured by the messages we ahe received from some of our favourite podcasts that you will hear in the break. this week bob finishes his Glasgow mini series telling the sad story of Jessie McPherson whose life was taken for saying no, and her friend went to jail for 15 years wrongly Nadine: Back in the 17th century a man named William Harrison went out to collect rents but didn’t return home - his servant went out to find him but instead of returning with William came back with several bizarre tales. A few years later a crazy twist would cast more confusion on the story... have a listen to find out more! Thank you to every one for listening for the past year, if you like us then please listen to the wonderful creators that took the time to send us a message: Podcast Junkie @castjunkie Our true crime podcast @ourtruecrimepod Seeing Red @red_podcast The True crime enthusiast @tc_enthusiast Mysteries & Urban legends @MaulPodcast California True Crime @calitruecrime Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Thanks for listening
28/06/19•1h 5m
26: Episode 26 - Victorian Junkies and a German Jew in Scottish jail
This week on Twisted Britain Nadine shares what she has found out about the Victorians slightly dubious usage of all things opium and Bob moves on to part 3 of his Glasgow mini series with the miscarriage of justice case of Oscar Slater Bob on Long story Nadine on Short story Promo for California True Crime Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Thanks for listening
14/06/19•1h 9m
25: Episode 25 - The Ice Cream man & a murderous affair
This week on Twisted Britain Nadine tells the story of the Glasgow Ice cream wars, focusing on a 20 year miscarriage of justice, Bob continues his mini series with the story of Madeleine Smith Bob on short story Nadine on long story Promo for Evil Minds Podcast Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Thanks for listening
31/05/19•1h 11m
24: Episode 24 - The Scottish Boogyman & The Human Crocodile
This week on Twisted Britain Nadine tells the story and facts associated with Christie Cleek, what do you think fact or fiction? Bob starts the first in a mini series of 4 stories all linked by geography, this week he covers the Glasgow Poisoner, Dr Edward Pritchard also known as the Human Crocodile Bob on Long story Nadine on Short story Promo for California True Crime Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Thanks for listening
17/05/19•58m 28s
23: Episode 23 - Jack the lad & Breck Bednar
*This episode contains disturbing audio recordings* We had an issue with recording this week and it was done on our phones, the audio is not what what we would like but will be a one off. Please excuse the mic scratching and background noise. This week on Twisted Britain Nadine tells the story of the original Jack the lad, Jack Shepard, big thanks to Simon for the research, and Bob tells the story of Breck Bednar a victim of online grooming. Please see www.childnet.com for information about keeping yourself and your children safe online, http://www.breckfoundation.org/ is the fondation Bob talks about in this episode. Bob on short story Nadine on long story Promo for Voice of the Victim @vovpod Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Thanks for listening
03/05/19•1h 14m
22: Episode 22 - Dr Cream & a model citizen
This week on Twisted Britain Bob Tells the story of Dr Thomas Cream, a poisoner and a horrible man who enjoyed the company of the ladies of the night, and Nadine tells the tragically sad story of of the Murder of Harry Uzoka, murdered through jealousy. Bob on Long story Nadine on Short story Promo for Ignorance Was Bliss Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Thanks for listening
19/04/19•1h 4m
21: Episode 21 - Its just about rats
This week Bob tells the story of Francis Rattenbury, a high flying architect who fell from grace before meeting a horrible end. Nadine tells the story of the plague in Edinburgh, with a bit of historical fact about Edinburgh itself, one of the most beautiful cities in the world Nadine on Long story Bob on Short story Promo for Our True Crime Podcast Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Thanks for listening
05/04/19•1h 13m
20: Episode 20 - The nearly dead canoe fake deather family & Dr Evil
This week Bob tells the story of John Darwin who went 'missing' in 2002, being proclaimed dead the following yer before walking in to a police station in 2007. Nadine tells the story of the Brendan 'Dr Evil' McCarthy Nadine on short story Bob on long story Promo for The Unseen Podcast
22/03/19•1h 8m
19: Episode 19 - A man in his own home & the kinky cottage
This week Nadine tells the story of Richard Osborn-Brooks who killed a burglar in his own home, was he right to do so? Bob tells the story of the Kinky Cottage! a sordid affair ending up with a man dead. Nadine on long story Bob on short story Promo for The No Remorse Podcast Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter: https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TwistedBritain Merch: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/twisted-britain/ Thanks for listening
08/03/19•1h 14m
18: Episode 18 - A package from the doctor & well Nadine does porn!
This week on Twisted Britain Bob tells the story of Dr Buck Ruxton, and Nadine delves in to the legalities of porn. Although we always try to take a light side on things there is a darker issue that Nadine brings up in this episode, so we have included here contacts for anyone who needs them. Revenge porn helpline details 03456000459 help@revengepornhelpline.co.uk Promo for The Outlines Podcast: UK True Crime Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter:https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Thanks for listening
22/02/19•1h 16m
17: Episode 17 - Black Panther and the man that didn't hang
This week on Twisted Britain Nadine tells the harrowing story of Lesley Whittle, and bob tells the story of the murder of Julia Wallace Promo for The True Crime Enthusiast Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter:https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Thanks for listening
08/02/19•1h 18m
16: Episode 16- A kick to the nuts and a Blade in the Breast
This week on Twisted Britain Nadine tells the story of the last Scottish Terrorism attack, and Bob tells the story of a welsh man lost in lust. Thanks for listening Please do join us online: Twitter:https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Thanks for listening
25/01/19•54m 37s
15: Episode 15 - A cop killer & too much glass ware
This week on Twisted Britain bob tells the story of the last person to be executed for killing a police officer in the UK. Nadine tries to keep us guessing as to her story, please do comment as to when you guessed who she was talking about. We hope you enjoy our special. Please do join us online: Twitter:https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Thanks for listening
11/01/19•1h 1m
1: Twisted Britain - Xmas Special
Sorry for the lateness of this episode! This week we both look at a Twisted Christmas story! Bob focuses on a murder from the 1920's from the christmas period. Nadine however has gone rouge! Hope you all had a great Christmas and we are looking forward to 2019. We hope you enjoy our special. Please do join us online: Twitter:https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Thanks for listening
04/01/19•53m 34s
15: Twisted Britain -A Seeing Red Special
This week we are very happy to be joined by Bethan and Mark the lovely hosts of Seeing Red: A UK True Crime podcast. In a change from the normal we have Mark and Bob telling a story each, along with Bethan and Nadine joining in. The girls had their turn a few weeks ago on Seeing red. We hope you enjoy our special. Please do join us online: Twitter:https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Thanks for listening
14/12/18•1h 4m
14: Episode 14 - Bath time & a revisit
This week Bob tells the story of The Brides in the bath and Nadine revisits some past stories to clear some things up. Bob on long story Nadine on short story Please do join us online: Twitter:https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Thanks for listening
30/11/18•1h 9m
13: Episode 13 - The twilight killers & the British houdini
This week on Twisted Britain Nadine tells the story of the young Twilight Killers and Bob tells the story of Alfie 'Houdini' Hinds. You may also notice a section of random discussion in the middle! we full intended that to happen!!!! Bob on short story Nadine on long story Please do join us online: Twitter:https://twitter.com/twistedbritain Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedbritain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedbritain Thanks for listening
16/11/18•1h 1m
12: Episode 12 - The finger man and the lime pit
This week on Twisted Britain Nadine tells the story of The Witch finder general, and Bob tells the story of the Bermondsey horror. Bob on long story and Nadine on short story
02/11/18•58m 59s
12: Halloween Special
This week Twisted Britain brings you a special Halloween Episode. With a slight change to the normal we both tell you a longer story, Nadine tells the story of a haunted house and Bob tells the story of a man in a cave, he even might read a ballad! Hope you all have a Happy Halloween
30/10/18•1h 20m
11: Episode 11 - Siege of Sidney Street & a spy in a bag
This week on Twisted Britain Bob tells the story of the siege of Sidney street and Nadine tells a story of Gareth Williams, who was working at GCHQ before ending up in a bag in a bath Bob on short story Nadine on Long story
19/10/18•1h 2m
10: Episode 10 - Sheffield Cat Burglar & Teeth in a tumble dryer
This week Nadine tells the story of a murder from her home town, which turned her junior sleuth and Bob tells the story of Victorian Britain's most wanted man. Bob on long story Nadien on short story
05/10/18•50m 31s
9: Episode 9 - A monster butler and a Mull mystery
This week Nadine tells the her first serial killer story and Bob tells the story of a cocky pilot Bob on short story Nadine on long story
21/09/18•59m 4s
8: Episode 8 - Fingered for murder and UK acid attacks
This week on Twisted Britain we hear the story of the first ever murder conviction by fingerprint identification and the horrible increase in acid attacks in th UK. Also listen out for Nadine's science lesson!!! Bob on long story Nadine on short story
07/09/18•55m 43s
7: Episode 7 - Mr Peat Moss and Mr Kipper
This week Nadine tells the story of some peat bodies found in the UK (stick with her shes gets to Britain!!) and the history of a few of them. Bob tells the story of an appointment with Mr Kipper and the resulting police case Bob on short story Nadine on short story
24/08/18•50m 47s
7: Episode 6 - A prime murder and a delicious deli
This week we hear the story of the only assasinated UK priminister and the story of a murder that happened in a not so delicious deli Bob on long story Nadine on short story There is a rather loud group in the pub this week we have done what we can to clean it up I hope it doesn't take away from your enjoyment.
10/08/18•51m 41s
5: Episode 5 - A slash in the bushes and a prison riot
In this weeks episode Nadine talks about a cold case of a bush slasher, and Bob talks about Scotland's biggest prison riot. Bob on short story Nadine on long story
27/07/18•46m 12s
Intro - Who the h*ll are we?!?
Welcome to Twisted Britain, this mini episode is a bit different, this is bit a bit about us and why we are doing his! please enjoy and thanks for listening
25/07/18•10m 43s
4: Episode 4 - A Scottish pirate and an Irish horse
This week we hear about the Scottish Pirate (or is he?!) and we talk about one of the most famous horses of all time. Please forgive the Irish accent! Bob on Long Story Nadine on short Story
20/07/18•48m 54s
3: Episode 3 - Whats your poison and a 53 million pound heist
In this weeks episode we hear the story of Dr William Palmer, a greedy poisonous man, and we hear about an audacious cash heist, the largest in British history. Bob on long story Nadine on short story
20/07/18•45m 43s
2: Episode 2 - Murdered by a ghost and the Blackout Ripper
The Background noise in this episode is quite loud, we are addressing this with new microphones.....please bear with us! This week we hear about Nadines dodgy googling and the story of the Blackout ripper Bob on long story Nadine on short story
09/07/18•56m 17s
1: Episode 1 - A Miscarriage of Justice and a plastic bag mummy
It’s the first ever episode! In this episode we have a look at Britain’s worst case of Miscarriage of Justice and the story of a plastic bag mummy. Bob on short story. Nadine on long story.
27/06/18•55m 54s