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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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1892: Dr Neil Cream - The Lambeth Poisoner: Serial...

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2023/07/01

News of the Times Episode 108 | 1892Dr Neil Cream - The Lambeth Poisoner: Serial Killer SaturdaysDr Thomas Neil Cream left a known killing trail across 3 countries. Starting in Canada, then the United States and finally ending up in the poorer section of South London, Cream created his own killing formula and encouraged women he met, prostitutes in the UK, to swallow his bespoke medicine with a promise of protection from venereal disease. This episode looks at his crimes and his capture.Hosted by

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33:09

1846-1956: The Victorian Sex Cult of The Agapemonites...

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2023/06/28

News of the Times Episode 107 | 1846-1956The Victorian Sex Cult of The Agapemonites - Part 1: Wicked Wednesdays"The Agapemonites, or the Abode of Love, Victorian sex cult was founded in 1846. It started with the premise of free love, but, eventually became the all too familiar story of dynamic leader, believing in his own myths and taking full advantage of his devotees in more ways than one.The Agapemonites is a story in two parts under the two separate leaders,. Today’s episode focuses on

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35:44

1865-1920: Madness, Mayhem and Murder on the...

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2023/06/27

News of the Times Episode 106 | 1865-19201831: Madness, Mayhem and Murder on the Railways: Twisted Tuesdays | Episode 106"In today’s Twisted Tales, we look at Railway madness mostly during the Victorian era. With the advent of the super-fast trains, it was thought the speed from the trains negatively impacted the delicately intelligent mind’s lunacy which could lead to a type of madness. The early newspaper articles abound with stories of male maniacs doing all kinds of weird and not nice

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38:51

1919: The Murder of Mabel Greenwood: Murderous...

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2023/06/26

News of the Times Episode 105| 1919The Murder of Mabel Greenwood: Murderous MondaysWe thoroughly enjoyed this story form 1919 in the tiny town of Kidwelly in Wales. The story, on the surface, seems almost formulaic. And yet, the case remains officially unresolved. Was he unfairly unpunished for not following the social norms of the day in a tightly knit small Welsh village? Or did he do the deed? And what of Mabel? How did she really die? Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes

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35:11

1875-1947: Aleister Crowley: The Great Beast 666:...

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2023/06/25

News of the Times Episode 104 | 1875-1947Aleister Crowley: The Great Beast 666: Eccentric SundaysIt is difficult to encapsulate a personality such as Aleister Crowley. Regardless of one’s thoughts on his exploration of the dark side of everything, he still was a person larger than life in all kinds of ways. This episode focuses on his later years and the trials which brought his unique philosophies more acutely into the public eye.Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes #VictorianCrimeStories

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34:13

1828: Jane Scott - The Bad Girl of Preston: Serial...

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2023/06/24

News of the Times Episode 103 | 1828Jane Scott - The Bad Girl of Preston: Serial Killer SaturdaysJane Scott, the quintessential bad girl in Preston, Lancashire in 1828. Undoubtedly despaired of by her parents, rebellious, promiscuous, overweight and a girl who likes to party. Would she be so different in the 21st century?Seeing few prospects and wanting the man she set her sights on to marry her, Jane was on a mission.Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes #VictorianCrimeStories

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32:17

1700-1900's: The Rough Guide to Naughty England:...

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2023/06/21

News of the Times Episode 102 | 1700-1900's The Rough Guide to Naughty England: Wicked Wednesdays"***CONTAINS ADULT CONTENT***This episode was going to be solely on Mrs Whipping, the S&M governess, who had a highly successful career of some 45 years. We found, though, a larger picture emerging of this world in Regency through Victorian England and realised that Mrs Whipping, although arguably the most successful in this area, was by no means alone. Mrs Whipping still features in this

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37:35

1881-1899: The West Ham Child Vanishings: Twisted...

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2023/06/20

News of the Times Episode 101 | 1881-1899The West Ham Child Vanishings: Twisted Tales TuesdaysBetween 1881 to 1899, a series of child vanishings took place in a relatively small area. Three of the children had lived in the same street. The stories were somewhat overshadowed by the ripper killings, although the child vanishings that took place were less than 10 miles away. In this episode we recount the series of abductions and murders that remain unsolved to this day.Hosted by Robin Coles

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35:59

1868: Frances Kidder– the Last female Public...

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2023/06/19

News of the Times Episode 100 | 1868 Frances Kidder– the Last female Public ExecutionIn 1868, Frances kidder became the last female to be publicly executed in England. The case of Frances kidder depicts a woman on the edge and the poor child she to be a step-mother too seemed to receive the brunt of it. A word of warning: This case involves tremendous cruelty.Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes #VictorianCrimeStories #HistoricalCrimeStories #VictorianMurdersYouTube:

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31:08

1913 : Dr Barber - and the International Identity...

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2023/06/18

News of the Times Episode 99| 1913Dr Barber - and the International iIentity Theft : Eccentric SundaysWe are fascinated by identity theft cases; it is like living a lie 24/7. This is even more of a reach when the field is in something you know nothing about! This story of Dr Barber - or is he Dr Barber? spanned two continents and almost seemed to be a compulsion for the man. This fascinating case comes from 1913. We would like to thank our BRILLAINT subscribers for their request on this subject

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46:12

1915: The Brides in the Bath Murderer: Serial Killer...

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2023/06/17

News of the Times Episode 98 | 1915The Brides in the Bath Murderer: Serial Killer SaturdaysA true Bluebeard story, the Brides in the Bath murders gripped the nation in 1915. Not only are the crimes themselves fascinating, but how he was caught is a story in itself. A strange pattern catching the eye of a member of the public and some forensic science worthy of the 21st century. This story is one of our favourites.Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes #VictorianCrimeStories

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32:13

1831: The Notorious Hell-Fire Club: Wicked Wednesdays...

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2023/06/14

News of the Times Episode 53 | 1840 The Notorious Hell-Fire Club: Wicked WednesdaysToday's episode looks at the dark side of Jane Austin's world with the mad, bad and dangerous to know lads of the 18th century. Priveleged and rich, every type of debauchery was to be explored. Today's episode is the Hell Fire Club.Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes #VictorianCrimeStories #HistoricalCrimeStories #VictorianMurdersYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newsofthetimes Email:

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40:00

1927-1934: Trunk Murder Tales - Twisted Tales...

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2023/06/13

News of the Times Episode 96 | 1927-1934Trunk Murder Tales: Twisted Tales TuesdaysToday’s episode investigates 3 Trunk murders that occurred between 1927 and 1934. Three gruesome discoveries all left in trucks. Some of them dismembered. One of them pregnant. And one of them, with the body still inside, used as a spare coffee table for poker games.Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes #VictorianCrimeStories #HistoricalCrimeStories #VictorianMurders YouTube:

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1876: The Blackburn Sweeney Todd: Murderous Mondays |...

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2023/06/12

News of the Times Episode 95| 1876The Blackburn Sweeney Todd: Murderous MondaysThis case was nicknamed the Blackburn Sweeney Todd in the papers. The incredibly horrific crime, even by today's somewhat less shockable standards, made the national headlines. For those who followed the Whitechapel Wednesdays, this is one of the cases that was referred to for the argument to use dogs to catch the ripper.Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes #VictorianCrimeStories #HistoricalCrimeStories

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1831: Sweeney Todd - The Demon Barber: Ecccentric...

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2023/06/11

News of the Times Episode 53 | 1840 Sweeney Todd - The Demon BarberLegendary Sweeney Todd - Is he fact or fiction? In today's episode of Eccentric Sundays we look at the evidence regarding Sweeney Todd and the stories related to the tortured barber and the genial baker.Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes #VictorianCrimeStories #HistoricalCrimeStories #VictorianMurdersYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newsofthetimes Email: newsofthetimespodcast@gmail.com If you like this, here are links to

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40:40

1896: Amelia Dyer - The Ogress of Reading: Serial...

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2023/06/10

News of the Times Episode 93| 1896Amelia Dyer - The Ogress of Reading: Serial Killer SaturdaysAmelia Annie Dyer, arguably Britain’s most notorious serial killer, targeted vulnerable women with children, and preyed upon babies and small children. Her murder toll has been estimated as approaching 400. She strangled the children trustingly placed in her care. With the number of killings and with her statement of enjoying watching the children die, is Annie Dyer the worst serial killer in

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1888: Whitechapel Wednesdays - 13 Final | Episode 92

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2023/06/07

News of the Times Episode 53 | 1840 Whitechapel Wednesdays - 13 Final EpisodeIn today’s final episode of the Whitechapel series, we review the unresolved recent spate of gruesome deaths. There is a real difference in the number of slayings attributed to the ripper between the police, the medical inquests, and the papers. The papers, perhaps, better reflecting the man on the street: whether all the slayings are from one person or more, there still exists a series of unsolved brutal killings in the

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34:25

1667 - 1935: Stories of Being Buried Alive: Twisted...

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2023/06/06

News of the Times Episode 91 | 1667 - 1935Stories of Being Buried AliveToday's collection of stories focuses on the many cases found in pamphlets and the papers of being buried alive. Some of those who were buried alive, or nearly buried alive, were discovered in time. Others, with fresh contusions and bloody hands from rapping at the inside of the coffin, tell a different tale. This episode is not recommended for those who suffer from claustrophobia.Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes

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33:17

1815: The Case of Elizabeth Fenning: Murderous...

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2023/06/05

News of the Times Episode 90 | 1815 The Case of Elizabeth FenningThis famous case from 1815 had a long-lasting impact in many ways. An attractive young girl as cook in a new household, the poisoning of the family through arsenic, and the "did she or didn't she" aspect ensured this case remained in the Victorian consciousness for a very long time. You will never look at British dumplings in the same way again.Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes #VictorianCrimeStories

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45:02

1866-1874: Arthur Orton - Butcher or Baronet? :...

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2023/06/04

News of the Times Episode 89| 1866-1874Arthur Orton - Butcher or Baronet? : Eccentric SundaysThis exceptionally famous case wins the prize for sheer audacity. A butcher from Wagga Wagga Australia, reading the adverts begging for news of a long lost son, decides to pretend to be the missing heir. This case was even presented in Whitehall and rippled around the world. Certainly the old adage: If you are going to lie, lie big, came into play here.Hosted by Robin Coles. #NewsofTheTimes

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