Murder They Wrote with Laura Whitmore and Iain Stirling
BBC Radio 5 LiveLaura Whitmore and Iain Stirling love true crime - in fact, they're a little bit obsessed. And now they want to share that obsession with you.
Join Laura and Iain as they dive deep into some of the world's most jaw-dropping crime stories. Expect murder, mayhem, blackmail, betrayal, and more.
Each week, the pair choose a new crime and divulge all the details you're dying to know. They unpick the cr... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 224 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeComedy | |||
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1964. Three of the known train robbers are still at large, twelve are behind bars. Will Tommy Butler track them down? Find out in part two, which takes this manhunt international… and lasts until 2013!
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All aboard! Iain kicks off a two-parter on The Great Train Robbery of 1963 – which remains the most lucrative train heist in history.
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Normandy, France – 1994. A child dies after taking some medicine. It’s a tragedy that can never be undone. But this tragedy also unfurls an unexpected scandal – involving affairs, dishonest town officials, and… cyanide.
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Four men find themselves stranded at sea in 1884. They have no food or water, and they’re over a thousand miles from land. They’re faced with an impossible decision. The choice they make leads to a landmark court ruling that continues to influence le... more
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Total tripe. Smug presenters trying to be funny.
Apple Podcasts2nuts@sychdyn
United Kingdoma month ago - Amazing!!
Absolutely love the podcast and would definitely recommend to anyone who loves listening to true crime and humour
Apple Podcasts5MTWfanUnited Kingdoma month ago - Liking it
Any chance of eliminating the background music and noises?
Apple Podcasts4Socialworkerlaw
United States3 months ago - Love
Love the show but you two are intelligent. Why do you fall for leftist politician lies? The FIFA videos should prove otherwise. Austin is weird and it’s always been music city in TX. Pretty easy for celebs to move there. However just to be clear they are moving from CA due to their “forward thinking” and high state taxes, regulations and fees. Newsom has made it almost impossible to even make movies in Hollywood which is why most that come out, suck. The left andCA is run by an extreme leftist,... more
Apple Podcasts5Christie in TennesseeUnited States3 months ago - Great
All the people who say “to much chitchat” are idiotic and it is a great podcast
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Australia4 months ago
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Spotify | #32 | United Kingdom/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #222 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #21 | United Kingdom/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #105 |  Italy/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #244 |  France/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #45 |  Ireland/True Crime |
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Two hosts turn true crime into accessible storytelling with a blend of humor and in-depth case analysis. Across recent episodes, they cover a wide range of historical and contemporary crimes, from jewel thieves and poisonings to early forensic milestones, often pairing meticulous detail with light banter and pop-culture references. The format tends to mix thorough research, vivid character portraits, and entertaining commentary, making complex cases feel engaging rather than dry. A standout is the strong on-air chemistry between the hosts, which consistently shapes the show's tone and pacing, appealing to fans of true crime with a penchant for wit and personality.
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1. British Murders with Stuart Blues
2. UK True Crime Podcast
3. Crime Next Door
4. Seeing Red A True Crime Podcast
5. Uncanny
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Murder They Wrote launched 3 years ago and published 224 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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