Hooked on True Crime

Hooked on True Crime

Welcome to Hooked on True Crime, where we unravel the clues and tie up loose ends and where no victim becomes the footnote to someone else's story. True crime stories from Ali (the host of Neverlostpod, Neverlost Stories and Twisted Britain) and his wife Sarah. Expect Historical true crimes, unsolved cases and listeners suggestions . Light-hearted additions brought to you by our binge watch of the week and Ali's Scottish word of the week. Sometimes Ali is responsible for a home-based misdemeanour! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1385112779403649/ https://www.instagram.com/

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Eps 51: The Trial of Kouri Richins and the death of Eric Richins (Part 2)

    Sarah and Ali go through the 12 days of witnesses in the trial of Kouri Richins for the murder of Eric Richins. They discuss the important testimonies and evidence presented by the prosecution and whether it is enough to convict beyond a reasonable doubt. They also talk about the strategies employed by the state and the defence during the trial. Scottish word of the week: Slaiver. To help support the podcast visit -Buymeacoffee.com/hookedontruecrime Use code HOOKED for 10% off your CrimeConUK Tickets References.UTv. Kouri Richins Trial - YouTube   KouriRichins - YouTube   KouriRichins Murder Trial: All About the Utah Mom Convicted of Killing Her Husband   UTv. Kouri Richins: Grief Author Murder Trial | Court TV

    1hr 41min

  2. 29 MAR

    Eps: 50 - The trial of Kouri Richins and the death of Eric Richins

    Ali and Sarah begin to cover the trial of Kouri Richins for the aggravated murder of her husband Eric Richins. In this episode, they talk about the early life of the victim, Eric Richins and his relationship with Kouri. They also look at the opening statements of the trial from the prosecution and defence's case. Discussing the strategies used by both sides and how effective they were, or indeed weren't. As they analyse some of the evidence that will come in during the trial, they consider how the same evidence can be taken as incriminating or exculpatory depending on how it is interpreted. Scottish phrase of the week: Och Aye the Noo. To help support the podcast visit -Buymeacoffee.com/hookedontruecrime Use code HOOKED for 10% off your CrimeConUK Tickets References.UTv. Kouri Richins - Trial Day 1 - Opening Statements, Memes, & the strangestreal life cross. Ever - YouTube   UTv. Kouri Richins: Trial Day 1 - Opening Statements   Ep 78 - UT v. Kouri Richins- Week 1 Recap with Big George   COURTROOM INSIDER | Openingstatements, texts, body cam and first witnesses in Kouri Richins trial   LIVE: UT v.Kouri Richins - Day 1 | Grief Author Murder Trial

    1hr 7min

  3. 22 MAR

    Eps. 49 - If it wasn't for those pesky chickens... Catherine Foster and the poisoning of John Foster

    In this episode as we explore a chilling 19th-century case from rural Suffolk, where rumours, suspicious deaths, and a man’s dire fate reveal the dark side of Victorian life. Discover the detailed investigation, trial, and haunting questions that remain about motive and justice. In this episode: The early rural life of William Morley and his family in SuffolkThe suspicious death of William Patrick and initial suspicion on William MorleyThe mysterious poisoning of John Foster with arsenic in his dumplingsThe thorough post-mortem analysis, including revolutionary tests for arsenic in the 1840sThe evidence, trial, and conviction of Catherine Foster for her husband's murderUnique details: Thomas Morley's crucial eyewitness testimony and Catherine’s confessionThe social context: marriage, duty, and Victorian attitudes towards motive and moralityA reflection on investigative techniques then and now, and lingering questions about motive and innocence.Scottish Word of the Week: Neuk Use code 'HOOKED' for 10% off your CrimeConUK tickets for Birmingham and London. See you there! https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ References:   Youtube Catherine Foster The LastWoman Hanged In Suffolk The Sinister and CalculatingCase of Catherine Foster   Web. TheExecution Of Catherine Foster - Hansard - UK Parliament The Hanging ofCatherine Foster TheStrange Case of Catherine Foster Who Poisoned Her Husband – Capital PunishmentUK Theserious young girl from Sudbury who poisoned her new husband’s dumplings |Sudbury Mercury Resultsfor 'catherine foster' | Between 1st Jan 1800 and 31st Dec 1849 | London,London, England | Location | British Newspaper Archive CatherineFoster; the trial | Acton Books

    1hr 2min

  4. 15 MAR

    Eps. 48: Edith Thompson, a murderous affair or miscarriage of justice? (Part 2)

    This week on HOTC, we continue with the story of Edith Thompson and the murder of her lover, Frederick Bywaters. We cover Edith's Trial and talk about the obfuscation and dissembling used by the prosecution. We also discuss our thoughts on her culpability. Scottish word of the week: Aoanach (actually means a gathering place, not the devil, Ali!!) Use code 'HOOKED' for 10% off your CrimeConUK tickets. https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Sources: Edith Thompson:Hanged woman's case denied pardon bid - BBC News Edith Jessie Thompson | A True Story ofInjustice EdithThompson and Frederick Bywaters – Capital Punishment UK frederickbywaters– The Hopeful Edwardian         Books   Au RevoirNow Darlint : The Letters of Edith Thompson Thompson,Laura   MurderMystery and My Family KarenFarrington

    39 min

  5. 9 MAR

    Eps:47 - Edith Thompson, a murderous affair or miscarriage of justice? (Pt. 1)

    This week on Hooked on True Crime, Ali tells the story of the murder of Percy Thompson by Frederick Bywaters (the lover of Percy's wife, Edith). We also discuss what lead Edith into the arms of Frederick, her marriage to Percy and the evidence which would lead her to be charged for her husbands murder, including the letters, which could show a prolonged plot to poison Percy. Scottish word of the week : Drouth Use code 'HOOKED' for 10% off your CrimeConUK tickets Sources: Edith Thompson:Hanged woman's case denied pardon bid - BBC News Edith Jessie Thompson | A True Story ofInjustice EdithThompson and Frederick Bywaters – Capital Punishment UK frederickbywaters– The Hopeful Edwardian         Books   Au RevoirNow Darlint : The Letters of Edith Thompson Thompson,Laura   MurderMystery and My Family KarenFarrington

    1hr 4min

  6. 2 MAR

    Eps: 46 - The murder of David Blakely / The execution of Ruth Ellis

    In this episode, Ali and Sarah talk about the death of Racing Driver David Blakely by Ruth Ellis. They also look at what drove Ruth to a place where she decided to murder her lover, by discussing her tragic life, from her childhood abuses at the hands of her father to her entry into the sex trade of 1950s London and her violent relationship with David Blakely. They consider what motivated Ruth to commit her crime and also what motivated her to continue the destructive relationship with Blakely for so long. Finally they question whether this controversial case is actually a miscarriage of justice and why there was such a large public outcry surrounding Ruth's execution. Scottish word of the week: Skiffie use code 'HOOKED' for 10% off you CrimeConUK tickets References:   Web. Ruth Ellis'sgrandchildren seek pardon for last woman hanged - BBC News News “Powerfulstuff”, The Independent reviews The Ruth Ellis Files: A Very British CrimeStory TheTrue Story Of Ruth Ellis And The Hanging That Rocked Britain | HistoryExtra David Blakely 1929-1955 |History, Monuments and Memorials of Penn MotorsportMemorial - David Blakely 43372a.pdf Ruth Ellis | Fred DinenageMurder Casebook Ruth Ellis | AlbertPierrepoint interview | The Last woman to hang | 1977 The Scandalous and TragicLife of Ruth Ellis - The Last Woman Hanged in Britain (Documentary)   Books Pierrepoint:A Family of Executioners,--(Steve Fielding) TheExecutioner's Bible,--(Steve Fielding) Executioner:Pierrepoint,--(Albert Pierrepoint) L-705606-057ad5aabe.pdf

    1hr 9min

  7. 23 FEB

    Eps 45 : Derek Bentley and Christopher Craig and the infamous phrase 'Let him have it' : A miscarriage of justice? (pt .2)

    Part 2 : The Trial In this episode we talk about the trial of Derek Bentley and Christopher Craig for the murder of PC Sidney Miles. Looking at the political and judicial pressures of the case. We talk about the evidence which led to their conviction and the interesting differences in their defence strategies and the sentences that each would receive. We also look in detail at the long campaign to overturn Derek's conviction and the reasons why it became one of the most controversial cases of the 20th century. Scottish words of the week : Sheuch Use code 'HOOKED' for 10 percent off your CrimeConUK ticket (Birmingham and London) Sources: ⁠A-2003-PLAY-Script-A-Matter-of-Profound-Regret.pdf⁠ ⁠DerekWilliam Bentley – A Victim of British Justice? – Capital Punishment UK⁠ ⁠Tales from The Hangman'sRecord Episode One Hundred. In The Line of Duty 1925 & 1952 - YouTube⁠ ⁠Derek Bentley | FredDinenage Murder Casebook - YouTube⁠ ⁠PoliceRoll of Honour - Metropolitan Police since 1946⁠ ⁠Derek Bentley Page⁠ ⁠Bentley: thaHangman's tale⁠ ⁠Derek Bentley Story - my view⁠ ⁠MetropolitanPolice officers: gallantry awards and other medals | The Gazette⁠ ⁠Justiceat last, 45 years too late⁠

    1hr 3min

  8. 16 FEB

    Derek Bentley and Christopher Craig and the infamous phrase 'Let him have it' : A miscarriage of justice? (pt .1)

    Part 1: the Crime In this weeks episode we delve into the infamous case of Derek Bentley, a young man executed for the murder of police officer Sidney Miles in 1952. The discussion covers Bentley's troubled upbringing, his relationship with Christopher Craig, and the events leading up to the tragic incident. We explore the complexities of the case, including the legal implications of joint enterprise and the miscarriage of justice that many believe occurred. We also highlight the often-overlooked story of PC Sidney Miles, emphasizing the need to remember the victims in such narratives. Scottish words of the week : Cleek Use code 'HOOKED' for 10 percent off your CrimeConUK ticket (Birmingham and London)   Sources: A-2003-PLAY-Script-A-Matter-of-Profound-Regret.pdf DerekWilliam Bentley – A Victim of British Justice? – Capital Punishment UK Tales from The Hangman'sRecord Episode One Hundred. In The Line of Duty 1925 & 1952 - YouTube Derek Bentley | FredDinenage Murder Casebook - YouTube PoliceRoll of Honour - Metropolitan Police since 1946 Derek Bentley Page Bentley: thaHangman's tale Derek Bentley Story - my view MetropolitanPolice officers: gallantry awards and other medals | The Gazette Justiceat last, 45 years too late

    54 min
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Welcome to Hooked on True Crime, where we unravel the clues and tie up loose ends and where no victim becomes the footnote to someone else's story. True crime stories from Ali (the host of Neverlostpod, Neverlost Stories and Twisted Britain) and his wife Sarah. Expect Historical true crimes, unsolved cases and listeners suggestions . Light-hearted additions brought to you by our binge watch of the week and Ali's Scottish word of the week. Sometimes Ali is responsible for a home-based misdemeanour! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1385112779403649/ https://www.instagram.com/

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    Hooked on True Crime
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
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