Episodes

  • S16E04 | Geoffrey Dean (Ash Vale, Surrey, 1952)

    S16E04 | Geoffrey Dean (Ash Vale, Surrey, 1952)
    Jan 9 2025
    In 1952, Ash Vale railway station became the scene of a shocking and brutal crime. Geoffrey Charles Dean, a railwayman working the evening shift, was closing up for the day when he was stabbed in the back and left for dead. The motive appeared clear - money was stolen from the station - but the crime's ruthless execution left the local community shaken. The investigation was a swift one, as within 24 hours, police had apprehended the man responsible - a fellow railway worker. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Social Media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders Private Facebook Group: British Murders Podcast - Discussion Group Website: britishmurders.com Do you have a case request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music:⁣ David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣ davidjohnbrady.com Disclaimer: The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. I list the sources used in each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • S16E03 | Tracey Woodford (Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, 2015)

    S16E03 | Tracey Woodford (Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, 2015)
    Jan 2 2025
    When 47-year-old Tracey Woodford went out for a few drinks in April 2015, she could never have known it would be her final evening. A chance meeting in a Pontypridd pub led to her crossing paths with a local man who harboured a dark and violent secret. What followed was a chilling and brutal crime that left detectives piecing together the disturbing truth. Tracey’s story remains a haunting reminder of how a seemingly ordinary night can take a devastating turn. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Social Media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders Private Facebook Group: British Murders Podcast - Discussion Group Website: britishmurders.com Do you have a case request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music:⁣ David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣ davidjohnbrady.com Disclaimer: The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. I list the sources used in each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Best of 2024: Interviews (Part 2)

    Best of 2024: Interviews (Part 2)
    Dec 26 2024
    As we approach the end of 2024, I wanted to revisit some of the most memorable moments from the 17 interviews I've conducted this year. This bonus episode is split into two parts. Part 1 features clips from interviews #48 to #56, and Part 2 features clips from interviews #57 to #64. Link to Part 1: britishmurders.com/bestof2024part1 Timestamps (Part 2): [00:00] Intro [01:18] Guest: Tony McMahon (Interview #57 - May 27, 2024) Topic: Linking Jack the Ripper with Abraham Lincoln Full Episode: britishmurders.com/tonymcmahon [05:47] Guest: Wendy Cee (Interview #58 - Jun 24, 2024) Topic: How Sharon Birchwood's murder came about Full Episode: britishmurders.com/wendycee [08:39] Guest: Colin Sutton (Interview #59 - Jul 1, 2024) Topic: What has changed in policing? Full Episode: britishmurders.com/colinsutton [17:24] Guest: Kacey (Interview #60 - Jul 15, 2024) Topic: Interviewing cult survivors Full Episode: britishmurders.com/thecultvault [23:20] Guest: Dean Wheeldon (Interview #61 - Aug 19, 2024) Topic: Working on a murder case for the first time Full Episode: britishmurders.com/deanwheeldon [29:50] Guest: Tim Tate (Interview #62 -Sep 16, 2024) Topic: Tim’s favourite medium Full Episode: britishmurders.com/timtate [33:13] Guest: Sarah Bax Hotron (Interview #63 - Oct 21, 2024) Topic: How Sarah structured her book Full Episode: britishmurders.com/sarahbaxhorton [38:44] Guest: Dr Vasileios Karagiannopolous (Interview #64 - Oct 28, 2024) Topic: The most common type of cybercrime Full Episode: britishmurders.com/vasileioskaragiannopolous [41:34] Outro Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Social Media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders Private Facebook Group: British Murders Podcast - Discussion Group Website: britishmurders.com Do you have a guest request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music:⁣ David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣ davidjohnbrady.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Best of 2024: Interviews (Part 1)

    Best of 2024: Interviews (Part 1)
    Dec 26 2024
    As we approach the end of 2024, I wanted to revisit some of the most memorable moments from the 17 interviews I've conducted this year. This bonus episode is split into two parts. Part 1 features clips from interviews #48 to #56, and Part 2 features clips from interviews #57 to #64. Link to Part 2: britishmurders.com/bestof2024part2 Timestamps (Part 1): [00:00] Intro [01:56] Guest: Adam Lloyd (Interview #21 - Jan 8, 2024) Topic: Can you be successful and still have a conscience? Full Episode: britishmurders.com/adamlloyd [05:48] Guest: Ryan Ogilvie (Interview #49 - Jan 22, 2024) Topic: Was George Murdoch's murder a tragic case of mistaken identity? Full Episode: britishmurders.com/ryanogilvie [09:07] Guest: Dr Sohom Das (Interview #50 - Feb 5, 2024) Topic: What is the most challenging disorder to work with? Full Episode: britishmurders.com/sohomdas [11:53] Guest: Dr Richard Shepherd (Interview #51 - Feb 19, 2024) Topic: What does a day of filming a TRUE CRIME documentary look like? Full Episode: britishmurders.com/ttatm [13:58] Guest: Kim Donovan (Interview #52 - Mar 4, 2024) Topic: How far removed is the final edit of a book from the first draft? Full Episode: britishmurders.com/kimdonovan [15:58] Guest: Emma Flint (Interview #53 - Mar 18, 2024) Topic: Free Writing Full Episode: britishmurders.com/emmaflint [18:44] Guest: Steve Keogh (Interview #54 - Mar 25, 2024) Topic: Who is in the room with you when filming a TRUE CRIME documentary? Full Episode: britishmurders.com/soamd [21:35] Guest: Lucy Wade (Interview #55 - Apr 22, 2024) Topic: The importance of reaching out to the correct channels in domestic abuse cases Full Episode: britishmurders.com/lucywade [29:49] Guest: Chris Wood (Interview #56 - May 20, 2023) Topic: Can you enjoy reading for pleasure when you write for a living? Full Episode: britishmurders.com/chriswood [31:51] Outro Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Social Media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders Private Facebook Group: British Murders Podcast - Discussion Group Website: britishmurders.com Do you have a guest request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music:⁣ David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣ davidjohnbrady.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • S16E02 | Judith Roberts (Tamworth, Staffordshire, 1972)

    S16E02 | Judith Roberts (Tamworth, Staffordshire, 1972)
    Dec 19 2024
    On June 7, 1972, 14-year-old Judith Roberts left home on her bicycle and never returned. Her body was discovered later that evening, sparking a murder investigation that would grip the nation. In the years that followed, the case took an unexpected turn, leading to a controversial conviction and, decades later, a shocking reversal that left more questions than answers. To this day, the identity of Judith’s killer remains a mystery. Some have even speculated that Peter Sutcliffe may have been involved, though her murder was never included among his known victims. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Social Media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders Private Facebook Group: British Murders Podcast - Discussion Group Website: britishmurders.com Do you have a case request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music:⁣ David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣ davidjohnbrady.com Disclaimer: The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. I list the sources used in each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • S16E01 | Christopher Hartley (Blackpool, Lancashire, 1997)

    S16E01 | Christopher Hartley (Blackpool, Lancashire, 1997)
    Dec 12 2024
    In December 1997, the streets of Blackpool were shaken by a gruesome discovery. The headless torso of Christopher Hartley was found discarded in the bins of a local hotel - a chilling and tragic end for the 17-year-old. As the investigation unfolded, it became clear this was no random act of violence. The trail led authorities across borders, ending with the capture of his killer in Ireland. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Social Media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders Private Facebook Group: British Murders Podcast - Discussion Group Website: britishmurders.com Do you have a case request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music:⁣ David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣ davidjohnbrady.com Disclaimer: The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. I list the sources used in each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • British Murders Unsolved | Episode 4: Annie Börjesson (Prestwick, South Ayrshire, 2005)

    British Murders Unsolved | Episode 4: Annie Börjesson (Prestwick, South Ayrshire, 2005)
    Dec 5 2024
    In December 2005, the body of 30-year-old Annie Börjesson was discovered on Prestwick Beach in Ayrshire, Scotland. While police quickly ruled her death a tragic drowning, unsettling clues and unanswered questions began to emerge. Annie, a bright and independent Swedish woman, had no apparent reason to end her life. Yet, inconsistencies in the investigation, strange surveillance footage, and troubling theories surrounding her final days suggest something far more sinister may have occurred. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Social Media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders Private Facebook Group: British Murders Podcast - Discussion Group Website: britishmurders.com Do you have a case request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music:⁣ David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣ davidjohnbrady.com Disclaimer: The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. I list the sources used in each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • S15E10 | Anne Nicoll (Dundee Law, Dundee, 2001)

    S15E10 | Anne Nicoll (Dundee Law, Dundee, 2001)
    Nov 28 2024
    In August 2001, 34-year-old Anne Nicoll set out for an evening walk with her dog, Sophie, on Dundee Law, a familiar route she often took. When she didn’t return home, concern quickly turned to alarm, and a search led to the devastating discovery of her body. What began as a quiet evening spiralled into a chilling murder investigation, uncovering a shocking culprit in the heart of the community. The events that followed would not only devastate Anne’s loved ones but leave a mark on Dundee’s history forever, with another local woman, Linda McDonald, narrowly escaping with her life. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Social Media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders Private Facebook Group: British Murders Podcast - Discussion Group Website: britishmurders.com Do you have a case request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music:⁣ David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣ davidjohnbrady.com Disclaimer: The case discussed in this podcast episode is real and represents the worst day in many people's lives. I aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While I strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. I list the sources used in each episode on my website. Due to the nature of the content, listener discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    39 mins