Rephonic
Artwork for Lady Killers

Lady Killers with Lucy Worsley

BBC Radio 4
True Crime
Victorian Women
Victorian Era
Fraud
Domestic Violence
Madame Rachel
Martha Brown
Mary Bateman
Feminism
Mental Health
BBC Radio 4
Maria Manning
Victorian London
Elvira Barney
Violet Charlesworth
Alice Mitchell
Infanticide
Gender Inequality
Women In Crime
LGBTQ+ Rights

Lucy Worsley investigates women from the past being put on trial from a feminist perspective.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes79Founded4 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
True CrimeHistory

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Lady Killers

Latest Episodes

Lucy Worsley is back with a new series where courtroom drama meets history…with a twist. In Lady on Trial we hear the voices of women from the past who end up in court charged with everything from murder, adultery and theft to civil disobedience. And... more

Lucy Worsley presents a brand new series – Lady on Trial, where courtroom drama meets history with a twist. Lucy and her team of all female detectives explore the lives of women involved in some of history’s most famous – and infamous – legal battles... more

Welcome to a new series of Lady Killers with Lucy Worsley – Lady on Trial - where courtroom drama meets history, with a twist. We’ll be meeting women from the past hauled before the courts for crimes from murder, adultery and bigamy to the shocking o... more

In the final episode of the series, Lucy Worsley puts true crime itself on trial. Why are we so fascinated by stories of murder, violence, and scandal and was it ever thus? Is true crime guilty of sensationalism and stereotyping, or can it reveal som... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Aisha Var dag
Known as the Queen of the Divorce Lawyers
Vardag & Partners
Episode: Introducing Lady on Trial
Hannah Maguire
True crime enthusiast and podcaster, co-host of the hit series RedHanded
RedHanded
Episode: 60. True Crime on Trial
Dorothy Koomson
Crime writer and author known for her insights into mother-daughter relationships
Author of The Ice Cream Girls and Give Him to Me
Episode: 59. Kitty Newton - Killer Daughter
Jennifer Robinson
Public international and media lawyer, known for representing women's rights and co-author of "Silenced Women, Why the Law Fails Women and How to Fight Back".
Episode: 57. Jessie McLachlan - Silenced Servant
Dr. Nikki M Taylor
Professor of African-American history at Howard University
Howard University
Episode: 55. Cloe - Forced Resistance
Harriet Wistrich
Founder of the Centre for Women's Justice and co-founder of Justice for Women.
Centre for Women's Justice
Episode: 54. Martha Brown - Domestic Violence
Jaswant Narwal
Chief Crown Prosecutor for London North since 2023, and 2024 British Asian Woman of the Year
Crown Prosecution Service
Episode: 53. Elizabeth Cook - Body Snatcher
Charlotte Godfrey
Listener who inquired about her great-great aunt's story
Episode: 52. Amelia Haslett - Lady Killer in My Family
Sarah Waters
Award-winning author known for her historical fiction including 'Tipping the Velvet' and 'Fingersmith'
Episode: 51. Murder by the Book - Live from the Hay Festival

Hosts

Lucy Worsley
Host of Lady Killers
Alex von Tunzelmann
Host of History's Heroes

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Unsubstantiated “evidence”

    You cannot apply today’s standards to a historical case and “solve it”. An 87 year old man was strong enough to cleave through bone and as a 17 year old accustomed to physical labour she couldn’t fend him off? You think the 87 year old man is guilty because he said “we were done with Jess by then” and both the victim and woman on trial were named Jess? Hello? Critical thinking anyone instead of rabid feminist views that make no sense? I am an educated woman in favour of equality- not weirdly app... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AlwaysCordelia
    Australia3 months ago
  • YES 🙌

    It’s just so good and weirdly helps me get to sleep 😅 Looking forward to future episodes 🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Audrey 3 :)
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Curiosity

    Let’s be honest. No wonder more folk are escaping to podcasts rather than doom scrolling & news… because anything historic , human behaviour & true stories is fascinating.

    Delve deep - we are all related to a criminal.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zanettamum
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Love!

    Love everything Lucy Worsley does. Makes history more relevant, juicy and fun. A joy!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    annika27ozzie
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • An absolute gem of a series

    This series is an absolute delight. I can only hope that there will be future series or that Dr. Worsley will undertake some new project.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stimela
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests are valued for interdisciplinary insights spanning history, law, and storytelling.
The show's focus on female-centered crime narratives draws praise for empowerment and critical discussion, while a few reviews call for tighter narrative focus.
Listeners appreciate the historical depth and feminist framing, though some criticize drift into modern legal debates.
Production quality and host's presenting style receive largely positive feedback, with some noting contentious takes on feminism.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#224
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#27
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#220
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#68
Italy/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#109
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#235
France/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

59. Kitty Newton - Killer Daughter
Q: Was Kitty guilty or innocent?
I think she probably had motive and may have lost control, leading to the death of her mother.
59. Kitty Newton - Killer Daughter
Q: Do you think somebody really could kill their own mother for money?
Historically, people have committed crimes for inheritance; it's not out of the question, but reliable narrators must be considered.
59. Kitty Newton - Killer Daughter
Q: What do you think of this dichotomy in the views of Kitty?
Women seem to dislike her, while men see her as a loving daughter; it highlights that people can be complex and exhibit both good and bad behaviors.
56. Elvira Barney - Accidental Killer
Q: What do you take away from the story?
Rachel mentions that while Elvira's tale includes glamorous elements, it also reveals the tawdry reality of excess and addiction, highlighting the darker side of the 'Bright Young Things' lifestyle.
56. Elvira Barney - Accidental Killer
Q: What parallels do you see between Elvira's lifestyle and contemporary social media influencers?
Rachel Johnson discusses the differences between the Bright Young Things of the 20s and 30s and today's social media stars, emphasizing that the former were born into privilege rather than seeking fame or celebrity.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Lady Killers

What is Lady Killers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on historical cases of women on trial, explored through a feminist lens and backed by historians, lawyers, and crime writers. Episodes uncover how gender, media sensationalism, and legal norms shaped verdicts in Victorian and earlier eras, with deep dives into cases like domestic homicide, matricide, and social scandals. Across episodes, listeners get nuanced portraits of women's lives, the pressures they faced, and the evolving justice system, making complex history accessible through expert commentary and narrative storytelling. A notable strength is the blend of archival context with contemporary perspectives on women, power, and law, which helps audiences understand how past judgments resonate today.

The format often fe... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Lady Killers?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Lady Killers. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Lady Killers and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Lady Killers get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Lady Killers, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Lady Killers?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Lady Killers, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Lady Killers have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Lady Killers has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Lady Killers?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Lady Killers:

1. You're Dead to Me
2. Historic Royal Palaces Podcast
3. After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal
4. Not Just the Tudors
5. Uncanny

How many episodes of Lady Killers are there?

Lady Killers launched 4 years ago and published 79 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Lady Killers?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Lady Killers?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Lady Killers from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Lady Killers?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Lady Killers. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Lady Killers?

Recent guests on Lady Killers include:

1. Aisha Var dag
2. Hannah Maguire
3. Dorothy Koomson
4. Jennifer Robinson
5. Dr. Nikki M Taylor
6. Harriet Wistrich
7. Jaswant Narwal
8. Charlotte Godfrey

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days