Only Murders in my Mind

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Join Carol, Liz and Mike as they talk about writing in the murder mystery genre.

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The podcast currently has 91 episodes available.

Only Murders in my Mind episodes:

March 27, 2025 Episode 61 Evil or Lucky? The Murders of H.H. Holmes & Lizzie Borden
In today's episode we're travelling to the past as we discuss two American killers, H.H.Holmes and Lizzy Bordern. Were they evil masterminds that carefully carved out their killings in a meticulous manner? Or were they fools in over their heads and only got away with their murders by sheer luck? Tune in and find out!
Intro/outro Music by omstudio-strings: https://www.instagram.com/omstudio_strings/
Tiny Tales Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzZo50MHXtzAN27bD93LaA
Follow our blog on Wordpress: https://onlymurdersinmymind.wordpress.com
Carols Books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Carol-Bissett/author/B07SKR7WYT
Liz's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Liz-Hedgecock/author/B00R9FVKQW
Mike's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Mike-Jackson/author/B09L12DHLK
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31min
March 20, 2025 Episode 60 Gaslighting, Catfishing, and Clues: The Secret Lives of Crime Words
Discover why "forensic" comes from public forums, how "red herrings" relate to actual hunting practices, and the surprising Greek mythology behind "clues." From Victorian-era "gaslighting" to modern "catfishing," this exploration of criminal lexicon reveals the fascinating etymology shaping detective fiction and true crime discussions. Perfect for mystery enthusiasts and word lovers alike!
Intro/outro Music by omstudio-strings: https://www.instagram.com/omstudio_strings/
Tiny Tales Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzZo50MHXtzAN27bD93LaA
Follow our blog on Wordpress: https://onlymurdersinmymind.wordpress.com
Carols Books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Carol-Bissett/author/B07SKR7WYT
Liz's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Liz-Hedgecock/author/B00R9FVKQW
Mike's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Mike-Jackson/author/B09L12DHLK
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30min
March 13, 2025 Episode 59 Shetland, Vera, and Beyond: Mapping Ann Cleaves' Crime Fiction
Discover the remarkable journey of bestselling crime author Ann Cleaves in this engaging podcast episode. Discover how Ann Cleaves transformed from a bird observatory cook on remote Hilbury Island to the creator of the beloved Vera Stanhope and Shetland series. Learn about her "20-year overnight success" story when a TV producer discovered her work in a charity shop, leading to the hit adaptations starring Brenda Blethyn.
Intro/outro Music by omstudio-strings: https://www.instagram.com/omstudio_strings/
Tiny Tales Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzZo50MHXtzAN27bD93LaA
Follow our blog on Wordpress: https://onlymurdersinmymind.wordpress.com
Carols Books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Carol-Bissett/author/B07SKR7WYT
Liz's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Liz-Hedgecock/author/B00R9FVKQW
Mike's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Mike-Jackson/author/B09L12DHLK
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31min
March 06, 2025 Episode 58 Poison, Plots and Paranoia: How Shakespeare Perfected the Murder Play
Discover Shakespeare's dark side in this podcast recap exploring the Bard's bloodiest plays. From Macbeth's murders to Titus Andronicus's cannibalistic meat pies, learn how Shakespeare pioneered psychological crime writing.
Intro/outro Music by omstudio-strings: https://www.instagram.com/omstudio_strings/
Tiny Tales Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzZo50MHXtzAN27bD93LaA
Follow our blog on Wordpress: https://onlymurdersinmymind.wordpress.com
Carols Books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Carol-Bissett/author/B07SKR7WYT
Liz's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Liz-Hedgecock/author/B00R9FVKQW
Mike's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Mike-Jackson/author/B09L12DHLK
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29min
February 27, 2025 Episode 57 Double Lives and Disappearances: The Secret World of Mystery Writers
Dive into the mysterious world of famous authors who disappeared! Find out about the enigmatic 11-day vanishing of Agatha Christie, Edgar Allan Poe's disturbing final days, and the puzzling case of poet Craig Arnold who vanished near a Japanese volcano.
Discover the fascinating double life of crime novelist Josephine Tey, thriller writer Ian MacIntosh's suspicious plane disappearance, and how Dashiell Hammett (The Maltese Falcon) was driven into hiding by FBI surveillance.
Intro/outro Music by omstudio-strings: https://www.instagram.com/omstudio_strings/
Tiny Tales Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzZo50MHXtzAN27bD93LaA
Follow our blog on Wordpress: https://onlymurdersinmymind.wordpress.com
Carols Books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Carol-Bissett/author/B07SKR7WYT
Liz's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Liz-Hedgecock/author/B00R9FVKQW
Mike's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Mike-Jackson/author/B09L12DHLK
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34min
February 20, 2025 Episode 56 From Gallows to Verses: How Murder Ballads Shaped True Crime History
Discover the dark, forgotten connection between poetry and crime throughout history. From Victorian broadside ballads that documented public executions to Oscar Wilde's haunting prison verses and Bonnie Parker's outlaw poems, this episode explores how murderers, crimes, and punishments have inspired powerful poetry. Learn about the penny dreadfuls that spread crime stories, infamous murder rhymes like Lizzie Borden's, and how detective fiction masters like Christie and Conan Doyle incorporated verse into their mysteries.
Intro/outro Music by omstudio-strings: https://www.instagram.com/omstudio_strings/
Tiny Tales Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzZo50MHXtzAN27bD93LaA
Follow our blog on Wordpress: https://onlymurdersinmymind.wordpress.com
Carols Books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Carol-Bissett/author/B07SKR7WYT
Liz's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Liz-Hedgecock/author/B00R9FVKQW
Mike's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Mike-Jackson/author/B09L12DHLK
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34min
February 13, 2025 Episode 55: Why is the Thursday Murder Club so popular?
In todays episode, we discuss the author of The Thursday murder club, Richard Osman. Starting off as a TV producer for the BBC, he came up with the show Pointless in which he became one of the presenters. In 2020 he published his first novel, The Thursday Murder Club, which sold 45,000 copies in the first three days of release. Join us as we discuss his characters in the story and how his book can be like marmite, with some people loving it, and some people not really liking it.
Intro/outro Music by omstudio-strings: https://www.instagram.com/omstudio_strings/
Tiny Tales Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzZo50MHXtzAN27bD93LaA
Follow our blog on Wordpress: https://onlymurdersinmymind.wordpress.com
Carols Books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Carol-Bissett/author/B07SKR7WYT
Liz's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Liz-Hedgecock/author/B00R9FVKQW
Mike's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Mike-Jackson/author/B09L12DHLK
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39min
February 06, 2025 Episode 54 Real Victorian Murders: Crime & Punishments
In todays episode, we go back to the past of real life Victorian Murderer's. Join us as we go in depth on the who these killers are, how they committed the crime and why they did it in the first place. We also take a look at why the execution of these murderers draw such big crowds.
Intro/outro Music by omstudio-strings: https://www.instagram.com/omstudio_strings/
Tiny Tales Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzZo50MHXtzAN27bD93LaA
Follow our blog on Wordpress: https://onlymurdersinmymind.wordpress.com
Carols Books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Carol-Bissett/author/B07SKR7WYT
Liz's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Liz-Hedgecock/author/B00R9FVKQW
Mike's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Mike-Jackson/author/B09L12DHLK
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32min
January 30, 2025 Episode 53: Murdered spirits and unfinished business
Some spirits linger after death, especially when they've been murdered. Are they doomed to drift for eternity, or can they help the living by solving crimes? Join us as we discuss the appeal of ghost's in Murder Mystery stories. Do they make a story or are they just a plot device? Tune in to find out!
Intro/outro Music by omstudio-strings: https://www.instagram.com/omstudio_strings/
Tiny Tales Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzZo50MHXtzAN27bD93LaA
Follow our blog on Wordpress: https://onlymurdersinmymind.wordpress.com
Carols Books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Carol-Bissett/author/B07SKR7WYT
Liz's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Liz-Hedgecock/author/B00R9FVKQW
Mike's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Mike-Jackson/author/B09L12DHLK
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37min
January 23, 2025 Episode 52: The life and Times of Agatha Christie
Today we celebrate our 1 year anniversary! And what better way to celebrate then by talking about the life of the queen of cosy crime fiction, Agatha Christie. This time we dive into her earlier life from how she was raised, her time serving in world war 1 as a dispenser and discuss her mysterious disappearance.
Intro/outro Music by omstudio-strings: https://www.instagram.com/omstudio_strings/
Tiny Tales Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzZo50MHXtzAN27bD93LaA
Follow our blog on Wordpress: https://onlymurdersinmymind.wordpress.com
Carols Books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Carol-Bissett/author/B07SKR7WYT
Liz's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Liz-Hedgecock/author/B00R9FVKQW
Mike's Books: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Mike-Jackson/author/B09L12DHLK
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39min

FAQs about Only Murders in my Mind:

How many episodes does Only Murders in my Mind have?

The podcast currently has 91 episodes available.