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 | 195 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ComedyTrue Crime | |||
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When a woman is murdered in her home in 1970s Chicago, detectives struggle to identify a possible suspect. Until… they receive a strange paranormal tip-off.
Murder They Wrote with Laura Whitmore and Iain Stirling is available twice a week on BBC Sou... more
Iain looks at the unbelievable true story of the Powderhouse Blast, which took place in South Dakota in 1936. It’s a story involving a dynamite explosion, an heroic escape, and a man on the run.
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London, 1879 and a mysterious box shows up on the shoreline of the river Thames. Its contents prove puzzling for the police. Laura follows the trail to explore the gory story behind the case.
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In part two, Gary finally has to face the music. Having caught the attention of not only Pablo Escobar but the CIA too, things are about to get a *whole* lot scarier. Murder They Wrote with Laura Whitmore and Iain Stirling is available twice a week o... more
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The stories are so original and well written. I’ve been binging because it’s just such a good listen. I’m on episode 51 and just so you know Larry David isn’t in Seinfeld but George Constanza’s character is based on Larry’s real life. 85 percent of his neurotic behavior, absurd story lines and abrasive personality traits are 100 percent real life Larry. I think Jerry copied how Larry talks and sounds cuz Jerry isn’t funny. Larry is hilarious. Also, Curb isn’t scripted. They got like a basic sce... more
Apple Podcasts5Christie in Tennessee
United States2 months ago - Best Podcast
I love listening to you both, I love the craic and I love true crime but I am so happy that I found yours. I have only just started listening so I have loads to listen to. I’m not going to talk to anyone for the next few weeks 😂💞
Apple Podcasts5Wex76
Ireland2 months ago - Sethyy123
This podcast is amazeballs Im Seth Im 12 and me and my parents love listening to your podcasts whenever we go on a big road trip. I also listen just whenever I’m chilling. Lastly I like my parents reactions whenever lain says a good joke. Pls keep marking episodes and P.S my favourite episodes the one of the plane highjack where they never found the body!!
Apple Podcasts5THIS PODCAST IS GREAT👌👌
United Kingdom3 months ago Fantastic pod diving into interesting and varied crimes. The genuine chemistry and banter between Laura and Iain is so relatable and makes it all so grounded. Thank you for this!
Podcast Addict53 months agoksilver986- My favourite podcast
I only recently started to listen as I’m not one for podcasts. But I love it, this is the only podcast that I have truly enjoyed and have playing all the time. There is a wide range of cases discussed not just the usual serial killer stuff and they always have very in-depth information on them. It’s a great mix of entertainment and education. Would recommend if you’re looking for a true crime podcast that isn’t too serious and heavy. They discuss things in a light hearted way with respect and em... more
Apple Podcasts5ChelsbrooksssUnited Kingdom3 months ago
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Spotify | #27 | United Kingdom/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #68 | United Kingdom/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #212 |  Germany/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #102 |  Switzerland/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #115 |  Saudi Arabia/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #160 |  Taiwan/True Crime |
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A witty true-crime show where two hosts blend historical and contemporary cases with playful banter, pop culture tangents, and respectful storytelling. Episodes cover a wide range of crimes—from Victorian murders and Hollywood extortion to prison escapes and bank robberies—yet consistently pair meticulous detail with lighthearted riffs. The format likely appeals to listeners who enjoy well-researched crime narratives delivered with humor and personality, making dense history and grim topics approachable. A standout is the sustained chemistry between the hosts and their ability to balance serious investigation with entertaining banter, which may attract fans of both true crime and comedy.
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1. UK True Crime Podcast
2. Crime Next Door
3. British Murders with Stuart Blues
4. Seeing Red A True Crime Podcast
5. Uncanny
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Murder They Wrote launched 3 years ago and published 195 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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