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News of the Times - Unlocking the vaults of historical crime

Welcome to News of the Times!Step into the shadowed alleyways and gaslit parlours of the 18th and 19th centuries with News of the Times — a meticulously curated journey through historical crime. Each episode draws from authentic reports and court records, bringing you the darkly fascinating tales that gripped Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian Britain.With over 500 episodes and counting, we explore true accounts of mischief, murder, and mayhem from days gone by — all delivered with a wry nod and a

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Forgotten Fridays 1726-1728 | Episode 148 | 1726 - 1728

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2023/08/18

News of the Times Episode 148 | 1726 - 1728Forgotten Fridays 1726-1728In today’s episode of Forgotten Fridays, it is 1726 – 1728 and a country woman is supposedly giving birth to rabbits – some dead and some alive. There are a lot of them. Eminent doctors are sent forthwith to confirm this and agree that she is indeed giving birth to live rabbits.The Mary Toft rabbit story headlines this episode with lots of other stories as well such as the man attempting to lure young boys away being caught and

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Cross Dressing in Historical England | Episode 147 |...

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2023/08/16

News of the Times Episode 147 | 1787 - 1871Cross Dressing in Historical England = Wicked WednesdaysCross dressing in historical England was a brave move with the law, at least against men, being threateningly severe.Today’s episode looks at some of the notable cases of cross dressing in historical England. We would like to note that although this falls under the auspices of “Wicked Wednesdays”, we do not in any way denote this as Wicked. This series looks at more national cases and trends and

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Mass Poisoning in Victorian England | Episode 146 |...

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2023/08/15

News of the Times Episode 146 | 1830-1900Mass Poisoning in Victorian England - Twisted TuesdaysFood standards in Georgian and Victorian England were hit or miss.There were a number of widespread food poisoning incidents including the Bradford sweets arsenic laced candies,The poisoned ice cream,And most importantly, the arsenic laced beer.We take a look at these stories and more in this episode of twisted tales Tuesdays, Mass Poisonings in Victorian England!Hosted by Robin Coles#NewsofTheTimes

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The Ilford Tragedy | Episode 145 | 1923

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2023/08/14

News of the Times Episode 145 | 1923The Ilford Tragedy: Murderous MondaysIn 1923, the Edith Thompson and Frederick Bywaters case that took place in Ilford was a tragic and infamous criminal trial in England. The case involved allegations of murder and adultery, with some salacious correspondence thrown in. Edith’s husband, Percy Thompson, is brutally attacked and murdered on a London street. The police investigation uncovered older woman Edith's affair with teenager Bywaters, and the love

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28:36

Dick Turpin: The Legendary Highwayman | Episode 144...

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2023/08/13

News of the Times Episode 144 | 1739 Dick Turpin: The Legendary Highwayman: Eccentric SundaysDick Turpin, the legendary highwayman of 18th-century England, has become an iconic figure in history and folklore. Turpin's life was a tapestry woven with audacious escapades, criminal exploits, and the allure of the open road. He is often depicted as a dashing rogue, embodying the romanticized image of the noble outlaw. Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes #folklore #regencylife #highwaymen

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The Mystery of the Lancaster Castle Murders | Episode...

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2023/08/12

News of the Times Episode 143 | 1911The Mystery of the Lancaster Castle Murders: Serial killer SaturdaysIt is 1911. The family who are the keepers of Lancaster castle are all dying off one by one mysteriously. Four people within the family die within a 9 month time frame. With questions being asked, exhumations are required, only to find bodies laced with arsenic. Who did it? And why?Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes #VictorianCrimeStories #serialkillersaturdays #lancasterpoisonings

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Forgotten Fridays 1859-1861 | Episode 142 | 1859 - 1861

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2023/08/11

News of the Times Episode 142 | 1859 - 1861Forgotten Fridays 1859-1861On this Forgotten Friday, it is 1859 to 1861. In the United States, Abraham Lincoln has been elected and the first 7 states have broken away to form the confederate states. In the UK, construction of Big Ben has just begun. William Coogan is executed for the murder of his wife after attempting to try to stage the murder as having been self-inflicted. Several horrific accidents to railways workers occur. A well-known vocalist is

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Death in Victorian England | Episode 141 | 1800's

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2023/08/09

News of the Times Episode 141 | 1800'sDeath in Victorian England: Wicked WednesdaysStep into the shadows of history as we embark on a journey into the intriguing and often unsettling world of death in Victorian England. In this episode, we unveil the forgotten tales, sombre rituals, and curious customs that surrounded mortality during this distant era.Join us as we explore the mournful landscapes of Victorian burials and body burials stuffed under floorboards. Unravel the mysteries of mourning

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The Infamous Mary Blandy Case | Episode 139 | 1751

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2023/08/08

News of the Times Episode 139 | 1751The Infamous Mary Blandy Case: Murderous MondaysThe Mary Blandy case of 1751 was a notorious murder trial in England that captured public attention and became a significant legal and social event of its time. Mary Blandy, a 31-year-old spinster, was accused of poisoning her father, Francis Blandy, in an attempt to marry her lover, Captain William Henry Cranstoun, an already married fortune hunter.This well documented case is an early example of the did she or

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The Square Mile of Murders | Episode 140 | 1857 - 1908

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2023/08/08

News of the Times Episode 140 | 1857 - 1908 The Square Mile of Murders: Twisted TuesdaysIn the annals of Scotland’s history, certain chapters are shrouded in darkness, but none as infamous as the "Square Mile of Murder" that took place between 1857 and 1908.Within this relatively compact region, a series of four of Scotland's most celebrated murders unfolded over a mere 51-year span. All of the murders were murky, with each murder case having aspects that remain mysterious to this

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William Stead: Seer and Victorian Influencer |...

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2023/08/06

News of the Times Episode 138 | 1849-1912 William Stead: Seer and Victorian Influencer: Eccentric SundaysWilliam Thomas Stead was a British journalist, editor, social reformer, and arguably paranormal seer who played a significant role in shaping public opinion and investigative journalism during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. One of Stead's most notable and impactful works was his series titled "The Maiden Tribute of Modern Babylon," published in 1885. In this series, Stead

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The Todmorden Murders | Episode 137 | 1866

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2023/08/05

News of the Times Episode 137| 1866The Todmorden Murder: Murderous MondaysThe Todmorden Murders of 1868 were so famed at the time that Queen Victoria sent an emissary to offer her condolences. This series of gruesome attacks ultimately directly or indirectly killed 4 people. The reason for the attacks was a Victorian version of a Romeo and Juliet plot.Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes #VictorianCrimeStories #seriakiller #@snewsofthetimes #Todmorden #TheTodmordenmurders #milesweatherill

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Forgotten Fridays 1819-1821 | Episode 136 | 1819 - 1821

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2023/08/04

News of the Times Episode 136 | 1819 - 1821Forgotten Fridays 1819-18211820 was a pivotal year in British history. Hearkening back to the failed Guy Fawkes gunpowder plot, the Cato Street conspiracy equally intended to destabilise the government at the time. The end of the Napoleonic Wars in 1815 had led to an economic downturn, resulting in high unemployment and increased poverty. The Cato Street Conspiracy was a plot to assassinate several British cabinet ministers and Prime Minister Lord

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The Victorian World of Suicide | Episode 135 | 1800's

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2023/08/02

News of the Times Episode 135 | 1800'sThe Victorian World of Suicide: Eccentric Sundays***WARNING: SOME MAY FIND THE SUBJECT MATTER HIGHLY UPSETTING*** In today’s episode we investigate the changing societal views on suicide from the Regency to Victorian eras. Attitudes towards suicide were heavily influenced by Christian belief, which considered suicide a sin and an act against God's will. This led to significant social stigma surrounding the topic and affected how suicides were

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Terrifying Trunk Murders | Episode 134 | 1870 / 1894

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2023/08/01

News of the Times Episode 134 | 1870 / 1894Terrifying Trunk Murders : Twisted TuesdaysStep into the shadows of Victorian England, where darkness lurked beneath the surface of refinement. Today’s episode of trunk murders looks at two notorious criminal cases in 1870 and in 1894 in which victims were murdered and concealed in a trunk or large box. These macabre and chilling crimes captivated public attention at the time and became sensationalized in the media,The Grafton Street Murder introduces us

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The Mysterious Death of James Maybrick | Episode 133...

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2023/07/31

News of the Times Episode 133 | 1889The Mysterious Death of James Maybrick: Murderous MondaysThe Maybrick Murder, also known as the ""Liverpool Poisoning,"" refers to the sensational and controversial case involving the death of James Maybrick, a wealthy cotton merchant from Liverpool, England. The case garnered significant attention and debate in the late 19th century due to its intriguing circumstances and the subsequent trial of Maybrick's wife, Florence Maybrick.In

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The World of the Victorian Paranormal | Episode 132 |...

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2023/07/30

News of the Times Episode 132 | 1850-1910The World of the Victorian Paranormal: Eccentric SundaysWelcome to the Enigmatic Victorian Paranormal World!Step into the shadowy realm of the Victorian era, where history and the supernatural intertwine in mysterious and captivating ways. Join us as we delve into the hidden corners of the Victorian Paranormal World, unearthing forgotten legends and enigmatic figures who straddled the line between the living and the beyond. From séances and spiritualism to

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Dr. Edward Pritchard: Scotland's Poisoning...

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2023/07/29

News of the Times Episode 131 | 1865 The Twisted Tale of Dr. Edward Pritchard: Scotland's Poisoning PhilandererIn 1865, Dr. Edward Pritchard was arrested in Scotland for murdering 2 women, although he was suspected of murdering 3. His story became infamous, and he was referred to by Arthur Conan Doyle in his Sherlock Holmes story, The Speckled Band. Serial adulterer, liar, and avid egotist, Dr Pritchard was as cold as they come.In this serial killer Saturday episode, you'll learn about the

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Forgotten Fridays 1879-1881 | Episode 129 | 1879-1881

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2023/07/28

News of the Times Episode 129 | 1879-1881Forgotten Fridays 1879-1881In todays episode of Forgotten Fridays we look at some of the stories hitting the headlines in 1879 to 1881. The execution of Charles Peace (the full story is currently in production) was splashed across all the papers everywhere. The world of females striving to get the vote and being classed under the label as “lunatics” for pursuing that wish, and suggested cooking lessons for the poor – specifically for women coming home after

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Notorious Gangs of Victorian England | Episode 129 |...

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2023/07/26

News of the Times Episode 129 | 1870's - 1950'sNotorious Gangs of Victorian England: Wicked WednesdaysTodays episode of Wicked Wednesdays looks at Notorious gangs in Victorian England specifically in Birmingham, London, and Manchester. The Peaky Blinders were a real-life criminal gang that operated in Birmingham, England, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The name ""Peaky Blinders"" is believed to have originated from the distinctive peaked caps (flat

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