Episodes

  • Interview #66 | The Devil You Know: Neil Lancaster discusses his DS Max Craigie book series

    Interview #66 | The Devil You Know: Neil Lancaster discusses his DS Max Craigie book series
    Feb 3 2025
    I welcome author Neil Lancaster back to the show in this interview episode. Neil is a former RAF Military Policeman and Police Officer who served in the Metropolitan Police for 25 years between 1990 and 2015. Since retiring, Neil has turned his hand to writing crime and thriller novels, with his highly regarded DS Max Craigie Scottish crime thriller series becoming a huge success. The fifth book in the series - The Devil You Know - is available to purchase here: The Devil You Know (DS Max Craigie Book 5) by Neil Lancaster | HQ | Amazon.co.uk Book 6 - When Shadows Fall - will be released on Kindle, Audiobook and in Hardback on March 27, 2025. You can pre-order it here: When Shadows Fall (DS Max Craigie Book 6) by Neil Lancaster | HQ | Amazon.co.uk ***This interview was recorded on January 27, 2024. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Follow me on social media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders Join the private Facebook group: British Murders Podcast - Discussion Group Visit my 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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    49 mins
  • S16E07 | Nicole Waterhouse (York, North Yorkshire, 2013)

    S16E07 | Nicole Waterhouse (York, North Yorkshire, 2013)
    Jan 30 2025
    When Nicole Waterhouse and Karen Browne attended a dating event in York, they couldn’t have known that one of the men they met would soon change their lives forever. Jeremy Green, an ex-Army officer with a dishonorable discharge, went on a couple of dates with Karen before reappearing unexpectedly at the two women’s flat in October 2013 under a seemingly innocent pretense. His true intentions, however, were anything but harmless. What followed was a brutal and prolonged assault that left Nicole dead and Karen forever scarred, both physically and emotionally. This harrowing case serves as a chilling reminder that the capacity for violence can be hidden beneath a seemingly innocent façade. For more information about The Nikki Waterhouse Trust, head to thenikkiwaterhousetrust.co.uk Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Follow me on social media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders Join the private Facebook group: British Murders Podcast - Discussion Group Visit my 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. You can find the sources for 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
  • S16E06 | Brenda Venables (Kempsey, Worcestershire, 1982)

    S16E06 | Brenda Venables (Kempsey, Worcestershire, 1982)
    Jan 23 2025
    In May 1982, 48-year-old Brenda Venables seemingly vanished from the farmhouse she shared with her husband, David, in rural Worcestershire. Her husband claimed she had been struggling with her mental health and suggested she may have taken her own life, leaving behind a shroud of uncertainty and heartbreak. For decades, Brenda’s disappearance remained a mystery, until a shocking discovery was made in July 2019 after some routine maintenance on the farm’s septic tank revealed a horrifying truth that had been hidden in plain sight for nearly 40 years. If you are experiencing domestic abuse or are concerned that someone you know is, visit ydom.co.uk/resources-for-everyone for support and help. REMEMBER - If you are in immediate danger, please call 999! Calling 999 from a mobile and can't talk? The Silent Solution can help. It's a system that ensures people can alert the police and get help when they are in genuine need but unable to speak. A recorded message will instruct callers who can't talk to press 55 to be put through to the police. Staying silent and not pressing 55 will lead to the call being terminated. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and 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. You can find the sources for 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
  • The Crime Roundup: January 2025

    The Crime Roundup: January 2025
    Jan 20 2025
    In this new monthly collaboration series, Adam from the UK True Crime podcast and I take a step back from individual cases to explore a curated selection of gripping crime stories that made headlines in January 2025. From chilling local, national, and international headlines to quirky and more lighthearted stories, this series offers a glimpse into the diverse and often shocking world of true crime. This month's stories include: The Disappearance of Allan Bryant Four jailed over cocaine empire linked to former Leeds United player UK bribery case linked to Saudi arms deals exposes ‘deep corruption’ Two teenagers charged with murder of 14-year-old boy Kelyan Bokassa on south London bus Train stations become hotbed for crime with 25 horror offences every day in UK Italian police seize olives 'brightened' with copper sulphate Locals baffled as prankster leaves plate of peeled bananas on street every month for a YEAR Join us as we dive into these extraordinary stories in the January 2025 edition of The Crime Roundup. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and 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 Is there a news article you'd like us to share and discuss? 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 cases discussed in this episode are real and represent the worst day in many people's lives. We aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While we strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. Due to the nature of the content, viewer discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • S16E05 - Neomi Smith (Brechin, Angus, 2019)

    S16E05 - Neomi Smith (Brechin, Angus, 2019)
    Jan 16 2025
    In June 2019, 23-year-old Neomi Smith spent what should have been a carefree night out in her hometown of Brechin, Angus. Loved by friends and family for her warm, vibrant personality, Neomi had her whole life ahead of her. But behind closed doors, she endured the harsh reality of a controlling and abusive relationship. On that fateful night, Neomi’s life was tragically cut short by the very person who claimed to love her, sending shockwaves through the close-knit Scottish community. If you are experiencing domestic abuse or are concerned that someone you know is, visit ydom.co.uk/resources-for-everyone for support and help. REMEMBER - If you are in immediate danger, please call 999! Calling 999 from a mobile and can't talk? The Silent Solution can help. It's a system that ensures people can alert the police and get help when they are in genuine need but unable to speak. A recorded message will instruct callers who can't talk to press 55 to be put through to the police. Staying silent and not pressing 55 will lead to the call being terminated. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and 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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    36 mins
  • Interview #65 | Murder UK: Professor David Wilson discusses the new TRUE CRIME original series

    Interview #65 | Murder UK: Professor David Wilson discusses the new TRUE CRIME original series
    Jan 13 2025
    I welcome renowned criminologist and author Professor David Wilson to the show in this interview episode. TRUE CRIME recently announced the premiere of a new, original series that sees Professor Wilson examine ten unique British murder cases from recent years, looking at the psychological and sociological forces that drive individuals to kill. Across the ten episodes, Professor Wilson discusses the individual aspects of each crime, as well as the commonalities between them, such as the presence of coercive control in relationships. 'Murder UK' will premiere on January 13, 2025, at 10 pm on the TRUE CRIME channel. The series will air on Mondays and Tuesdays. Professor Wilson is an award-winning author and Emeritus Professor at Birmingham City University. He has published several non-fiction books and appears regularly in the print and broadcast media. Professor Wilson can be reached at his website: professordavidwilson.co.uk ***This interview was recorded on January 6, 2024. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and much more! 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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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • 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