A is for Arsenic: The Deadly Poison That Shaped History

Arsenic—the poison of kings, the silent killer, and the key ingredient in some of history’s most chilling murders. From notorious serial killers to accidental poisonings, this episode explores the dark history, shocking crimes, and surprising uses of arsenic.

In this episode, we uncover:
✅ The Victorian wallpaper scandal—how arsenic-laced decor poisoned homes
✅ The arsenic eaters of Austria—why people willingly consumed this deadly substance
✅ The Wakayama Curry Poisoning (1998)—Japan’s shocking mass murder case
✅ Infamous arsenic-related deaths, including Napoleon Bonaparte, La Voisin, and the deadly Borgias
✅ How arsenic went from a murder weapon to a medicine and why it’s still a danger today

Perfect for true crime fans, history lovers, and science geeks, this episode dives deep into the mysteries, murders, and myths surrounding arsenic.
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Written and edited by Corinna Harrod with Holly Clarke. Artwork by Jessica Holmes. Music: "The Mooche" by Duke Ellington (1928). 

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Written and edited by Corinna Harrod with Holly Clarke. Artwork by Jessica Holmes.
Music: "The Mooche" by Duke Ellington (1928).