
Scottish Murders is a twice award shortlisted, victim focused podcast hosted by Dawn, that focuses on the stories of murders victims from or living in Scotland. Dawn, being Scottish herself, started the podcast in 2021 to showcase the lesser-known murders that have happened in Scotland, as while it is well known as ‘Bonnie Scotland’, it does have a very dark side too.Dawn also speaks to victims fa... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 157 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||

The episode revisits a dramatic night in Rothes, Scotland, on 26 May, 1905, when a routine police patrol turned violent. The quiet town was rocked after Constable William Baron was shot at close range while responding to a domestic disturbance at the... more
In this special episode of Scottish Murders, Dawn and her husband Peter recount the tragic and gripping case of Darryl Fitch, who was murdered in 2015. As they travel to Glasgow to participate in a Peninsula TV documentary about the case, they discus... more
In this episode of Scotland Today, Dawn revisits one of Scotland’s most chilling unsolved gangland double murders: the deaths of John Nisbet and William Lindsay in October 1999. This detailed retelling covers the timeline of the case, from the last k... more
In this episode, investigative journalist Hazel Martin and documentary director Stephen Bennett discuss with Dawn their BBC documentary "The Man in the Mask," which examines the 1994 murder of Shamsuddin Mahmood in Orkney, the island’s first murder i... more
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I have been binge listening to this podcast. Absolutely love it great storytelling.
Scottish Murders is such a hidden gem in true crime. I love the balance between storytelling and respect for the victims—it’s eerie, informative, and always keeps me hooked. If you’re looking for something a little different in true crime, this one’s a must-listen.
One of my favourite podcasts ever and my only criticism is that there are not episodes daily!! You do a sensitive, informative and wonderful job, keep up the great work!!
Love the host, detailed cases and great guests
Well researched but waaaay too many annoying adds during the play! Should just play adds at the start & end as it is very disruptive.
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This show presents tightly researched true-crime stories focused on murders in Scotland, with a strong emphasis on victims and their families. Episodes cover both solved and unsolved cases, mixing archival detail with personal reflections from loved ones and careful commentary on Scotland's justice system. The tone tends toward respectful storytelling, and the host is noted for clear narration, empathy, and deep case context. A few standout features include long-running case arcs, archival case exploration, and occasional guest voices that broaden the perspectives presented to listeners. Potential sponsors and guests may find alignment with audiences seeking responsible storytelling, regional history, and social impact.
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Scottish Murders launched 5 years ago and published 157 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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Recent guests on Scottish Murders include:
1. Hazel Martin
2. Stephen Bennett
3. Alec McKay
4. Robina McKay
5. Naomi Channell
6. Ralph Cockburn
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