In this engaging episode, hosts Tom and Simon begin with light-hearted banter about their current locations—Simon in Singapore overlooking Marina Bay and Tom dealing with a grey afternoon in Scotland. The conversation takes a turn towards serious matters as they delve into the ever-growing problem of digital crime. They discuss the Pegasus spyware and emphasize the importance of basic online safety measures like two-step verification and VPNs. Simon suggests bringing in a tech expert to explain these concepts in layman's terms for their listeners.
The duo then shifts their focus to historical assassinations, exploring the deaths of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy. They delve into the societal impact of these events, the subsequent conspiracy theories, and the importance of following evidence over speculation. Tom and Simon also touch on the Watts Riots of 1965, debating whether it should be termed a 'riot' or a 'rebellion,' and highlighting the role of community policing in preventing such occurrences.
The conversation progresses to a cold case involving Innes Stewart, found dead in a London car park under suspicious circumstances, and the hosts express their skepticism about the official ruling of suicide. They then ponder the role of global law enforcement agencies like Interpol in combatting digital fraud and discuss the EncroChat case, which exposed a vast criminal network but also raised significant legal questions.
Throughout the episode, Tom and Simon weave in anecdotes and personal reflections, offering a balanced mix of humor and serious analysis. They wrap up the discussion with a teaser about upcoming explorations of similar themes in future episodes.
00:00 Greetings and Setting the Scene
00:09 Living in Luxury: A Chat from Singapore
01:11 Digital Crime and Online Safety
03:51 The Importance of Cybersecurity Measures
07:30 Assassination Decade: Martin Luther King Jr. and RFK
09:51 Conspiracy Theories and Their Impact
16:36 The Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
17:38 The Assassination of Robert F. Kennedy
20:25 The Impact of Personal Security
21:52 Assassination and Its Aftermath
22:01 The Mysterious Case of Innes Stewart
25:50 Digital Age Challenges and Law Enforcement
27:38 The Watts Rebellion: A Historical Perspective
33:44 EncroChat: Unveiling the Dark Web
36:54 Final Thoughts and Farewell
About Crime Time Inc.
Crime Time Inc. is hosted by Tom and Simon—two ex-cops with decades of frontline experience and zero tolerance for fluff. Tom, a by-the-book former Deputy Chief Constable from Edinburgh, and Simon, a rule-bending ex-undercover cop from Glasgow, bring sharp insight, dark humour, and plenty of East vs. West banter to every episode.
Whether they’re revisiting cases they worked on, grilling fellow former officers, or picking apart narrated true crime stories, Tom and Simon don’t just talk about crime—they’ve lived it. Real cases. Real cops. Real talk.
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