Whodunnit Dinners Podcast

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Whodunnit Dinners podcast is a cosy crime UK podcast where murder mystery dinner party game writers Helen Barbour and Katie McLaughlin discuss whodunnits...and food inspired by the fiction! Whether you favour cozy murder mysteries, classics of the golden age, gritty detective reads, or left-field literary murder mysteries, the meandering conversation touches on everything from author biographies, quality of the writing, menopause brain and celebrity stand-ins. It's like book club, with food!

  1. May 11

    Umberto Eco: The Name Of The Rose, Black Puddings and Unusual Endings

    Helen and Katie discuss the rich literary world of Umberto Eco's 'The Name of the Rose,' delving into its detective brilliance, humour, historical depth, and semiotic layers. But fear not, there are healthy doses of irrelevance and lashings of Black Pudding to lighten the tone. Resources Get the book: The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco Umberto Eco's Official Website Get the Book: The Stornaway Black Pudding Bible The Mousetrap - West End London http://www.whodunnitdinners.co.uk Theme tune: Dan McCullough

    51 min

  2. Apr 27

    Johana Gustawsson: The Bleeding and the Highly Questionable Delights of Poutine

    Helen and Katie discuss Johana Gustawsson's The Bleeding and wonder why anyone would want to eat Poutine, but invite their listeners to correct them... Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Hosts 01:00 The Challenge of Finding the Perfect Poutine 02:13 Introduction to 'The Bleeding' and Its Author 03:04 The Unique Structure of 'The Bleeding' Across Three Time Periods 06:37 Main Character Maxine Grant and Modern Quebec Setting 08:31 Historical Characters and Their Connection to the Present 10:25 Critical Reception and Personal Impressions of the Book 12:24 Character Depth and Plot Twists in 'The Bleeding' 15:24 Casting and Adaptation Possibilities for the Book 20:02 Linking the Book to the 'Spectre at the Feast' Game 20:54 Humorous Discussion on the Origins of Poutine 23:55 The Cultural Significance and Modern Variations of Poutine 28:50 Helen and Katie’s Final Thoughts and Challenges Resources 'The Bleeding' by Johanna Gustafson - https://www.amazon.com/ Whodunnit Dinners Blog Theme Thene: Dan McCullough

    36 min

  3. Apr 13

    Shizuko Natsuki: Interesting Outsiders, Murderous mountains and Grevious Gratins

    The Whodunnit Dinners Podcast crew discusses Murder at Mount Fuji by Shizuko Natsuki. The discussion ranges from Mount Fuji itself to the position of women in Japanese society, from Japanese v Western food and whether cumin in gratin is a good idea! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Whodunit Dinners Podcast 02:13 Food Challenge and Book Club Dynamics 03:03 Exploring 'Murder at Mount Fuji' by Shizuko Natsuki 06:04 Setting the Scene: Mount Fuji and Japanese Culture 08:57 The Unfolding Mystery: Chiyo's Confession 11:48 Detective Dynamics and Plot Twists 14:38 Cultural Commentary and Social Themes 17:32 Character Analysis: Jane and the Wada Family 20:16 Women in the Narrative: Collusion and Choices 23:18 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 24:44 The Illusion of Purity in Japanese Culture 25:48 Misogyny and Hierarchical Traditions 26:58 Casting Choices for a Film Adaptation 28:51 Exploring Whodunnit Dinner Themes 29:58 Book Review: Cultural Insights and Ratings 32:24 The Evolution of Japanese Cuisine 39:52 Understanding Washoku and Yoshoku 44:58 The Challenge of Poutine Theme Tune: Dan McCullough https://www.whodunnitdinners.co.uk/blogs/news

    49 min

  4. Apr 6 ·  Bonus

    Easter Special: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and 7 Women and a Mystery

    Join Helen and Katie as they compare two very different murder mysteries to watch over the Easter holiday, explore an unusual Swedish Easter tradition, and discuss the controversy around Cadbury's chocolate. Chapters 00:00 Easter Special Introduction 00:59 Murder Mystery Recommendations 03:47 Exploring 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' 09:35 Comparing Film Adaptations 13:12 Cultural Insights and Easter Traditions 15:14 Thoughts and Ratings 18:40 Exploring 'Huit Femmes' and Its Adaptation 23:14 Easter Traditions and Simnel Cake 25:20 Cadbury's Chocolate: A Taste Test 32:39 Reflections on Easter and Upcoming Episodes Theme tune: Dan McCullough http://www.whodunnitdinners.co.uk

    34 min

  5. Mar 22

    An Image To Die For: 80s Fast Food, West London Wimpy and Jerk Chicken

    In this episode, hosts Katie and Helen explore the intersection of murder mysteries, London history, and food, with a focus on West London in the 80s and Jamaican cuisine. They discuss a novel by Mike Phillips, delve into the history of fast food in the UK, debate the merits of a curly sausage at Wimpy (spoiler alert: there are no merits) and share a delicious jerk chicken recipe. Chapters00:00Introduction to Who Done It Dinners Podcast 01:34Exploring Fast Food in West London 02:27Diving into Mike Phillips' Work 06:46Audiobook Experience and Its Impact 08:01Character Analysis and Narrative Style 14:04Plot Overview and Themes 20:49Final Thoughts and Ratings 24:56Transitioning to Food Choices 26:54Exploring West London Fast Food in the 80s 33:24Understanding Jerk Chicken and Its Cultural Significance 36:18The Recipe for Jerk Chicken 40:22Looking Ahead: Next Episode's Challenge Theme tune: Dan McCullough http://www.whodunnitdinners.co.uk

    45 min

  6. Mar 9

    Sherlock Holmes: Indian intrigue, puzzling pearls and glorious grouse

    Join Helen and Katie for more of the Whodunnit Dinners Podcast as they explore Sherlock Holmes' 'The Sign of the Four,' delving into Victorian London, colonial history, and the intriguing culinary references, including the size of a grouse! Discover how literature, history, and food intertwine and decide whether you are posh enough to eat grouse.Resources The Sign of the Four by Arthur Conan DoyleBaker Street IrregularsWild Justice Campaign against driven grouse shootingThe Field MagazineThe Whodunnit Dinners blog Theme tune: Dan McCullough

    48 min

  7. Feb 23

    Ross Montgomery: Murder at World's End, Comets and Cream Teas

    Join Helen and Katie as we explore the intriguing world of Ross Montgomery's new Cornish mystery novel set in 1910, delving into its plot, characters and historical context. And engage in the weighty debate: cream teas - jam on first or cream on first? Resources Ross Montgomery's Official Website - https://rossmontgomery.com Halley's Comet - NASA - https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/comets/halles-comet/in-depth/ Agatha Christie - Official Site - https://agathachristie.com The History Girls - The F Word Article - https://thehistorygirls.blogspot.com/2014/11/go-forth-and-multiply-brief-history-of.html Cream Tea Society - https://creamteasociety.co.uk Whodunnit Dinners Blog - https://www.whodunnitdinners.co.uk/blogs/news/whodunnit-dinners-podcast-13-ross-montgomery-sweary-spinsters-comets-and-cream-teas Theme Tune: Dan McCullough

    48 min

  8. Feb 9

    G K Chesterton: Perceptive Priests, Brilliant Beer and Choice Cheese

    In this episode hosts Helen and Katie delve into the world of murder mystery dinner parties, focusing on the literary character Father Brown created by GK Chesterton. They explore his writing style, and the cultural context of his stories. The conversation then shifts to a fun exploration of beer and cheese pairings, where Helen shares her extensive research and tasting experiences (!) http://www.whodunnitdinners.co.uk Theme tune: Dan McCullough

    36 min
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Whodunnit Dinners podcast is a cosy crime UK podcast where murder mystery dinner party game writers Helen Barbour and Katie McLaughlin discuss whodunnits...and food inspired by the fiction! Whether you favour cozy murder mysteries, classics of the golden age, gritty detective reads, or left-field literary murder mysteries, the meandering conversation touches on everything from author biographies, quality of the writing, menopause brain and celebrity stand-ins. It's like book club, with food!

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  • Creator
    Whodunnit Dinners
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Whodunnit Dinners
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    Whodunnit Dinners Podcast