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A Good Night For a Murder

Kim Ess
Victorian Era
Spiritualism
The Monkey's Paw
Fox Sisters
Red Barn Murder
Victorian True Crime
Victorian Society
Linda Hazzard
Murder
Victorian Houses
True Crime
Poisoning
SK. Pierce Mansion
Louisa Lindloff
Starvation Heights
New York City
Bathsheba Sherman
Radium Girls
Bertha Heyman
Red Inn Affair

Welcome to A Good Night for a Murder, a Victorian true crime podcast. New episodes are released twice a month and cover notorious cases like Jack the Ripper and Lizzie Borden, to lesser known, but equally fascinating cases like chocolate cream poisoner Christiana Edmunds, missing socialite Dorothy Arnold, and so many more. Follow along on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @agoodnightforamurder, shop ... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes81Founded4 years ago
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Kim
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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 253 ratings
  • Fun listen!

    Stumbled upon this podcast when looking for more information on Madeleine Smith (after listening to her story on the Ladykillers podcast). And I just kept going and going…and I love it! If you like dark Victorian true crime, this will be your jam.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JNads15
    United Statesa year ago
  • Gaslight Murders

    I found this podcast through Real Life Ghost Stories & am already enthralled. Who DOESN'T love a spooky Victorian ghost/murder story?! Kim, please keep making these. You're a brilliant story teller. Absolutely recommend this show!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StyLgrL1
    United States2 years ago
  • Victorian Crime Ecellence

    Kim tell the Victorian stories/cases with passion and the occasional commentary. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whitevale
    Canada2 years ago
  • In Love

    I have to confess I am not a true crime lover so I thought but have discovered I am a Victorian true crime lover. I discovered this podcast through Tik Tok and have now binged every episode. Episodes are so well researched and told I such an entertaining way. So excited for more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oekekrjfjfd
    United States2 years ago
  • Give me more!

    I love this podcast :) It’s an easy listen and the Victorian tips are so interesting. If you love history and murder-this is your podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MRiley7575
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise educational yet entertaining approach with etiquette and era context.
Positive reception highlighting engaging storytelling and well-researched Victorian crime.
Fans note binge-worthy episodes and strong host delivery enhancing historical mysteries.

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Cult of the Axe Murderer
Q: What do you think of the story of her release?
The narrative invites a reflection on the circumstances surrounding Clementine's eventual release and the fairness of her conviction.
Cult of the Axe Murderer
Q: Do you think she was actually guilty of anything?
Listeners are invited to question whether Clementine Barnabet was guilty and to consider the implications of her story being made up or influenced by fear.
A Conversation With Epoch Preservation, Grave Conservator
Q: Is that something that you achieved and applied for? You have to take a test?
It's something that anyone in historic preservation needs to adhere to, a set of general standards for restoring historic sites.
A Conversation With Epoch Preservation, Grave Conservator
Q: Did you have any sort of like training in like masonry or anything like that?
Neither Josh nor I came at it from experience; I was a museum administrator and Josh had experience in organic landscaping and masonry.
A Conversation With Epoch Preservation, Grave Conservator
Q: How long have you been doing this actually?
For 10 years.

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...A Victorian-era true crime and history podcast that revisits notorious cases alongside lesser-known stories, blending detailed storytelling with historical context, forensics, social norms, and era-specific etiquette. Episodes span famous cases like Jack the Ripper and Lizzie Borden, as well as obscure murders and folklore, often connecting legal outcomes, media coverage, and cultural attitudes of the time. The host's narration pairs meticulous research with accessible storytelling, making complex historical cases engaging without relying on graphic detail. A notable edge is the mix of crime, folklore, and period etiquette tips, offering both educational and entertainment value for history and mystery enthusiasts.

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