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The Poisoners" Cabinet

The Poisoners" Cabinet

Famous poisoners, vicious Victorians and curious cocktails. Join hosts Nick and Sinead every Friday as they investigate history"s greatest poisoners and ridiculous crimes on this comedic true crime show, while quaffing a cocktail inspired by the tale that they tell. Remember, your loved ones ARE trying to kill you...Join the chilling chat on TikTok @thepoisonerscabinet, and find us on Patreon (patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet) for even more episodes.Written, produced and presented by Sinead Hanna and

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54:29

Ep 111 - Buck Ruxton & The Jigsaw

The Poisoners" Cabinet ·

2022/05/27

Ep 111 is loose! We're in Lancaster to tell the tale of deadly doctor, Buck Ruxton also (briefly) known as The Jigsaw Killer....What drove this beloved local doctor to kill? Why did he keep showing up at the police station? And had his defence team ever seen a woman?The secret ingredient is.... peaches!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us

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Ep 110 - Mona Fandey & The Magic Hat

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2022/05/20

We're off to Malaysia this week for modern case of witchcraft, music and murder with the tale of Mona FandeyWhat was hidden in Mona shack in the jungle? What did a hat and cane have to offer a prominent politician? And should you ever sing in court?The secret ingredient is...a fancy hat!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon:

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Ep 109 - The Woolers & The Evil Enemas

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2022/05/13

It's time to prove once and for all that doctors really are the greatest poison of them all with the tale of poor Jane Wooler.Who was poisoning this simple lady? Why didn't her team of doctors save her? And where's the weirdest place you've been poisoned?The secret ingredient is...bees!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon:

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Ep 108 - Charles Sobhraj, The Serpent

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2022/05/06

We're jumping into the 20th century with the tale of notorious serial killer, Charles Sobhraj aka The Serpent.What started Charles on his life of crime? What drove him to murder so many people on their route to enlightenment? And how much death would you tolerate in a tourism campaign?The secret ingredient is...a snake!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast:

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55:18

Ep 107 - Dr Lyddon & His Bitter Brother

The Poisoners" Cabinet ·

2022/04/29

This week we're in Kent for a full on tale of family drink, drugs and drama with the Lyddons.What happened to Dr William Lyddon? How do you like your chicken served? And will YOU go to Herne Bay?The secret ingredient is...a bunch of keys!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet Find us on

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Ep 106 - Catherine Wilson & The Caring Crocus

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2022/04/22

It's a good old fashioned poisoning story this week with the tale of Catherine Wilson, and a new toxic treat to enjoy!Was Catherine really a cunning killer? Did she make an honest mistake with some acid? And how do you take your saffron?The secret ingredient is....crocus!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon:

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Ep 105 - Wicked Wallpaper & Mary Ann Burdock's...

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2022/04/15

We're back with Season 3, and have a bumper episode for you looking at the Victorian penchant for poisonous wallpaper, and the case of killer landlady Mary Ann Burdock.Where do deadly dyes come from? Was Napoleon killed by his own house? And what did Mary Ann put into her tenant's gruel?The secret ingredient is...green!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast:

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BONUS Patreon Episode - A Compendium of Stupidity

The Poisoners" Cabinet ·

2022/04/08

As Nick & Sinead are on an end of season mini-break AND recover from a mild bout of Covid, we're bringing you another free taster of our Patreon episodes!This episode was recorded in January 2022, and is another collection of terrifying tales, this time with the twist of foolishness. We look at a murder trial disrupted by spirits, the London Beer Flood and an interesting adventure with a turnip.Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the

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Ep 104: Season 2 Finale

The Poisoners" Cabinet ·

2022/03/18

It's our end of season wrap up and we're taking the time to look back at some of the highlights of the past two years of The Poisoners' Cabinet.We talk through some of your favourite episodes, the best and worst cocktails and share theories about what could be the greatest poison of them all...Thank you all for your incredible support throughout Season 2, and we will be back soon for more deadly shenanigans in Season 3!Join us on Patreon to get extra episodes every week, and come and

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Ep 103 - The Ardlamont Murder Mystery

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2022/03/11

We've got a mystery to solve this week, as we tell the tale of Alfred Monson and his pupil Cecil.What happened on a shooting holiday at the Scottish estate? Why was Alfred so angry at a tourist attraction? And how SHOULD you hold a gun?The secret ingredient is...a shotgun!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon:

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53:13

Ep 102 - Ned Kelly & The Kelly Gang

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2022/03/04

We're back in Australia this week talking about the famous outlaw, Ned Kelly and his gangWas Ned a hero or a mere killer? Does he deserve his reputation? And can horses testify in court?The secret ingredient is....a horse!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet Find us on TikTok:

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Ep 101 - Alfred Rouse & The Blazing Car Murder

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2022/02/25

We're in good old Blighty this week, it's the 1930s and a body has been found in a burned out car in Northampton.Who was Alfred Rouse? Do you think he looked like Hitler? And have we found the weirdest pub name of them all?The secret ingredient is...a cigar!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon:

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Ep 100 - Dracula, Vlad the Impaler

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2022/02/18

Ep 100 is loose!! We can't believe we've hit 100 episodes, so who better to celebrate this landmark with than Dracula himself?Where did the legend of Dracula spring from? Who was Vlad III and how did he earn his nickname? And how much staging IS involved in your average tyranny? The secret ingredient is...a dragon!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast:

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Ep 99 - The Green Bicycle Murder Mystery

The Poisoners" Cabinet ·

2022/02/11

We're off on a lovely bike ride through the English countryside, where one young lady is about to meet a gruesome fate....Who would have wanted Bella Wright dead? Who was the man on the green bicycle? And was it really all down to crows?The secret ingredient is....a bicycle!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon:

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Ep 98 - John Lynch & The Guidance from God

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2022/02/04

Ep 98 is loose! And we're headed down under this week to tale the tale of Australia's greatest serial killer, John Lynch.Was God talking to John? What drove him to murder? And does anything beat a good rocking chair?The secret ingredient is...white rum!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet

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Ep 97 - Herbert Armstrong & The Deadly Dandelions

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2022/01/28

We're telling a good old fashioned tale of poison, rivalry, afternoon tea an murder this week with the story of Herbert Armstrong.Was this slight man a cold hearted killer? Would you join him for afternoon tea? And what's up with his gardening methods?The secret ingredient is....scones!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon:

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Bonus Episode - Dry January Round Up 2022

The Poisoners" Cabinet ·

2022/01/24

It's a Dry January review! This mini episode features Sinead's top buys and recommendations for alcohol-free drinks following her vigorous testing this month. Brands include Lyres, EDI, CleanCo, Crossip and some honourable mentions for Beavertown and Brooklyn Brewery. We'd like to do more of these episodes each month on different drinks, or any subjects you would like us to consider, so feel free to comment with suggestions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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Ep 96 - Cheng I Shih, The Pirate Queen

The Poisoners" Cabinet ·

2022/01/21

We're setting sail for a tale on the high seas, as Nick tells us all about the blood thirsty Cheng i Shih, perhaps the most deadly pirate of them all!How did Cheng i Shih rise to power? How many ships did she command? And what's her deal with garlic water?The secret ingredient is...caterpillars!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon:

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Ep95 - The Peasenhall Murder Mystery

The Poisoners" Cabinet ·

2022/01/14

We're off to Suffolk at the turn of the 20th century for a spot of murder mystery!Who killed Rose Harsent? What secrets did she have to hide? And where can you find a cannon for every mood?The secret ingredient is...smoke!Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet Find us on TikTok:

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Ep 94 - Dorothea Puente and The Vegetable Patch

The Poisoners" Cabinet ·

2022/01/07

We're telling a pretty modern tale this week as we consider the case of Dorothea Puente.How did she earn the nickname Death House Landlady? How much did she know about what was buried in her garden? And is potato water the greatest poison of them all?The secret ingredient is potato! Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast.com/thepoisonerscabinet Join us Patreon:

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