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Lady Killers with Lucy Worsley

BBC Radio 4
True Crime
Victorian Women
Feminism
Alice Mitchell
Infanticide
Mental Health
LGBTQ+ Rights
Gender Inequality
BBC Radio 4
Maria Manning
Women's History
Victorian Era
Domestic Violence
Freda Ward
Legal System
Frances Kidder
Mary Surratt
Lady Killers
Victorian Society
Memphis, Tennessee

Lucy Worsley investigates the crimes of Victorian women from a contemporary, feminist perspective.

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Lucy Worsley is back with a brand new series of Lady Killers. Lucy and her team of all female detectives re-visit the unthinkable crimes, committed by murderesses, more than a hundred years ago.

In this episode, Lucy looks at a case with a differen... more

Lady Killers with Lucy Worsley - the stories of women who kill - is back for a brand new series.

This first episode is recorded in front of a live audience at the Hay Festival in 2025, with special guest Sarah Waters (bestselling author of Tipping ... more

Lucy Worsley returns to cover more cases of murder and intrigue in a brand new series of Lady Killers. Coming soon, first on BBC Sounds.

History's Heroes: the BBC's breathtaking, high stakes, story-led history podcast feed that shines a light on extraordinary people from across history. Series include 'History's Heroes' with narration from Historian Alex von Tunzelmann, 'History's You... more

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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
Naomi Alderman
Author, game designer, and professor of creative writing
Episode: 50. Swindling Superpowers
Malika Favre
Illustrator and graphic artist
Episode: 48. Amelie Decuzpere - International Art Thief
Dr. Tamer Bryant
A past president of the American Psychological Association and a professor of psychology at Pepperdine University.
Pepperdine University
Episode: 47. Fox Sisters - Spirit Mediums
Barbara Weisberg
Author of 'Strong Passions' and 'Talking to the Dead'.
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Episode: 47. Fox Sisters - Spirit Mediums
Tracy Murphy
Expert in the Fox sisters and caretaker for the Fox sisters' house.
Historic Palymra
Episode: 47. Fox Sisters - Spirit Mediums
Deborah Frances-White
Comedian, podcaster, and screenwriter; known for her podcast The Guilty Feminist and author of Six Conversations We're Scared to Have
Episode: 45. Bold Conversations
Erin Moriarty
Emmy Award-winning CBS News correspondent
Episode: 44. Celia Cooney - Bobbed Haired Bandit

Host

Lucy Worsley
Historian and television presenter, known for her engaging storytelling style and deep dives into historical narratives, especially concerning women's roles and societal issues.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • Melodramatic Nonsense

    Chewing gum for the ears. Badly presented dumbed down nonsense for the mindless among us.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United States2 months ago
  • Could be so much better

    I love Victorian history and I have watched some of Lucy’s shows and they’re good. This misses the mark. She spends all of her time going off the subject, talking about the laws and stuff today. That’s not why I’m listening. I want to hear about the story from the Victorian times and there’s very little of that . In some of these episodes she and her lawyer cohost just go on and on about the laws today, etc. Not interesting.. disappointed.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mcachel
    United States3 months ago
  • Entertaining and informative, s go-to for me when I'm doing housework.

    Podchaser
    5
    Darcy
    4 months ago
  • We Love Lucy!

    If only Lucy could come round for a cup of tea, we would enjoy quizzing her all the more on these amazing stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ectoplasmicangelicheadgear
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Lady killers/ swindlers is amazing

    I love history, and think that anyone who wants to learn more about women’s history should give this a listen. I also think that the length of the episodes is good - not too long and not too short. The stories are interesting and always have something to say about what the law was like throughout history and modern times. This podcast really lets you see history from all perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Classicsandhistorynerd
    United Kingdom6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some find the blending of contemporary legal perspectives with historical narratives both enriching and occasionally distracting.
There is a strong emphasis on feminist perspectives, making discussions frequently resonate with contemporary social issues.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and depth of research surrounding female historical figures.
Overall, the podcast is praised for its educational value and unique angle on women in crime, though some critiques point towards a desire for deeper dives into historical events rather than modern parallels.
Audience feedback suggests a mixture of admiration for the host's presentation style and disappointment when the focus strays from crime narratives.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#47
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#250
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#23
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#220
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#83
Italy/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#145
Australia/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

52. Amelia Haslett - Lady Killer in My Family
Q: Can you predict what your family are going to think about this, this knowledge that the two sisters are sharing a grave?
Charlotte expresses that it's comforting knowledge for her family and emphasizes the importance of memory and connection to their history.
48. Amelie Decuzpere - International Art Thief
Q: What do we actually know about Amelie and her husband, Paul?
They were married and had a background in the fashion industry, which provided insight into their thefts.
48. Amelie Decuzpere - International Art Thief
Q: How do you think Amelie felt going into her trial?
She likely felt frustrated and scared due to her limited ability to express herself in English.
49. Elizabeth Manning - Hocusser
Q: Can you explain the UK government's proposed new anti-spiking legislation?
The Crime and Policing Bill seeks to make spiking a specific offence, updating outdated laws.
49. Elizabeth Manning - Hocusser
Q: What substances do people use today?
Commonly known date rape drugs include GHB, Rohypnol, and ketamine, which have sedative effects.

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Focusing on the criminal exploits of women from the Victorian era, this audio series offers a blend of historical narrative and modern feminist perspectives. Various episodes highlight the lives of notorious female criminals, ranging from swindlers to burglars, revealing their motivations, societal challenges, and the laws of their time. Each narrative intertwines themes of gender dynamics, power, and women's rights, inviting listeners to consider the broader implications of female agency throughout history. Unique insights from historians, legal experts, and cultural commentators bring depth and context to the stories, making them not only engaging but also reflective of ongoing discussions about gender and crime in modern society.

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2. Historic Royal Palaces Podcast
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Recent guests on Lady Killers include:

1. Charlotte Godfrey
2. Sarah Waters
3. Naomi Alderman
4. Malika Favre
5. Dr. Tamer Bryant
6. Barbara Weisberg
7. Tracy Murphy
8. Deborah Frances-White

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