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Sinister SouthThe Unanswered Murder of Mark CorcoranThis week, we’re back together after a short break and doing what we do best. Catching up, oversharing, laughing at ourselves, and gently easing into the darkness.Then we turn to Croydon.In 2008, 26 year old builder Mark Corcoran was found stabbed in the heart. Despite a violent Valentines Day attack, potential witnesses, and years of investigation, no one has ever been charged. His case remains unsolved.We talk through who Mark was, what is known about the night he was killed, and the lines of enquiry police explored at the time. We lo...
2026-02-111h 18
Sinister SouthLet Him Have It: The death of Sidney Miles and the trial of Derek BentleyIn this week's episode, Rachel takes us back to the chilling atmosphere of 1952 Croydon to unravel the tragic and highly controversial case that gripped Britain: the fate of Derek Bentley. What started as a routine callout to a warehouse roof quickly descended into chaos and tragedy, leaving one police officer dead, one injured, and two teenagers under arrest for murder, setting the stage for a judicial disaster.We delve into the lives of the young men caught in the crosshairs of the law: 19-year-old Derek Bentley, a vulnerable young man easily led and struggling with significant learning...
2026-02-041h 29
Sinister SouthThe cost of confidence: The death of Charlotte BrownA first date. A December night. A man who looked confident, capable, and in control.In this episode, we tell the story of Charlotte Brown, a thoughtful, ambitious young woman who went out for dinner in London and never came home. What followed was years of delay, denial, and a justice system playing catch-up, as her family fought to prove that what happened on the Thames was not a tragic accident, but the result of sustained negligence and arrogance. We unpack the culture of confidence without consequence, the dangerous gap between appearance and reality, and how risk...
2026-01-281h 38
Sinister SouthBefore somebody gets hurt: The bloody murder of Tommy CressmanThis week on Sinister South, we do what we do best. There’s midweek chaos, including Rach questioning her own judgement after agreeing to a gig with the kids in tow, celebrating her slow and inevitable demise (also known as her birthday) on release day, and of course the continuing saga of #JenAneatenbyleopards. The truth will come out. Probably. Eventually.Then we get into the case of Tom “Tommy” Cressman and Jane Andrews. In September 2000, in a flat in Fulham, Tommy rang 999 and said words that still haunt this case: “I’m afraid we might hurt each other… if...
2026-01-212h 05
Sinister SouthProfit, Silence and Infant Death: The Case of Margaret WatersIn this episode, we head back to Victorian Brixton and into one of the most disturbing cases we’ve ever covered on Sinister South.Before we get there though, we do what we do best and chat absolute nonsense. There’s an unexpected fifth cat, a house that smells like a crime scene for all the wrong reasons, the slow realisation that our bodies are ageing at an alarming rate, and a surprisingly serious discussion about V pillows, podcasts, and why no one should ever attempt a Scottish accent out loud.Then we bring things shar...
2026-01-141h 14
Sinister SouthThe girl who never left home: The betrayal and murder of Tia SharpIt's 2026!! Happy Bloody New Year Trevors! This week, after a bit of our usual rambling about poorly dogs (get well soon Ted), questionable New Year resolutions and why Rachel should probably never do another English Literature degree, we turn to one of the most shocking cases to come out of South London in recent years.In August 2012, 12-year-old Tia Sharp went missing from her grandmother’s home in New Addington. What began as a desperate search, supported by her family, the local community and a nation watching on, would end in the most devastating way imaginable.
2026-01-071h 32
Sinister SouthChristmas Crime Compendium 2025It’s our Christmas crime compendium, and yes, we’re wrapping South London horror in tinsel again.Before we get into the cases, there’s a bit of festive nonsense. Questionable Christmas cracker jokes, South London takes on classic Christmas films, and the usual gentle chaos as we attempt to bring some cheer to stories that absolutely do not deserve it.This year’s main case takes us back to Victorian South London, to Christmas Eve 1836. Hannah Brown was fifty, hardworking, and quietly getting on with life. She believed she was days away from a Christma...
2025-12-241h 17
Sinister SouthThe death of Destiny Lauren: A preventable tradegyIn this episode, we tell the story of Destiny Lauren, a woman whose death in Kentish Town in November 2009 was entirely preventable.After a brief catch-up that takes in missed episodes, pre-Christmas chaos, questionable food choices and the kind of rambling only we can manage, the conversation shifts to a far more serious place.Destiny was 29 years old. She was a daughter, a sister, and a woman living openly and authentically with the support of her family. She was careful and routine-driven, taking steps to protect herself while working in a world that already carried...
2025-12-171h 19
Sinister SouthThe Croydon Poisoning Mystery: Arsenic & the destruction of one familyThree deaths. One family. One quiet corner of South Croydon that suddenly found itself at the centre of a mystery that felt more like a Victorian thriller than the suburbs in the 1920s.In this episode we dive into the strange chain of events that hit the Sidney and Duff families after three relatives died with the same unexplained symptoms, months apart. Doctors brushed it off, neighbours whispered, and life carried on. But once the Home Office ordered exhumations, everything changed. Each body showed clear signs of arsenic poisoning.No intruder. No confession. No charges...
2025-12-031h 32
Sinister SouthThe Shooting of Chris Kaba: A story that split South LondonThis week we’re in Streatham, looking at one of the most significant and most debated cases in recent South London history: the shooting of 24 year old Chris Kaba. An unarmed man, a single police shot, and a city that still hasn’t shaken off the impact. We walk through who Chris was, the world he was moving through, the police intelligence that shaped that night, and the split second decision that changed everything. It’s a case full of contradictions, complexity and questions that don’t sit neatly on either side of a line.And yes, before w...
2025-11-261h 18
Sinister SouthThe Torture Gang: The Richardsons’ Reign in South LondonThis week we’re diving into one of South London’s darkest and most infamous stories. The rise and fall of the Richardson Gang. A firm built on scrap metal, long-firm frauds, fruit machines, corrupt officers, brutal punishments and a level of violence that made even seasoned detectives say the Richardsons were far worse than the Krays.We take you all the way from wartime Camberwell and the brothers’ chaotic childhood, through their early crimes, the building of the firm, the feud with the twins, the chaos at Mr Smith’s, the murder of George Cornell, the South Af...
2025-11-191h 44
Sinister SouthThe Student Predator: The Case of Zhenhao ZouA plausible-looking PhD student at University College London, living the student life — until the mask slipped. Zhenhao Zou invited women to his flat under the guise of study or drinks, used drugs to incapacitate them, then filmed the assaults.In this episode, we trace how the investigation unfolded — dating apps, his flat in London, hidden cameras, SD cards full of footage. We dig into how trust was weaponised, how the predator hid in plain sight, and what that means for us who never expected this from someone who looked so normal.And yes — we’ve got our...
2025-11-1257 min
Sinister SouthMarked as Solved: The Axe Murders of Brian Price and Susan TetraultThis week, we kick things off with talk of fireworks, chaotic bonfire night crowds, and Hannah dropping some insanely awesome news (the kind that actually makes us both a bit emotional). But after that burst of brightness, we take a sharp turn — back to South London in the summer of 1986.When a neighbour forced open the door to a flat on St Alphonsus Road, she walked straight into a scene of horror. Inside were the bodies of Susan Tetrault and Brian Price, brutally murdered as they slept. What first looked like a senseless ac...
2025-11-051h 15
Sinister SouthHalloween Compendium: Four senseless deaths on Halloween nightThe Halloween CompendiumFour Halloween nights. Four South London stories. None with a happy ending.This episode brings together the cases of Scotty Kouebitra, Rocky Djelal, Ben Gardner, and Richard Price, four men whose lives ended in acts of violence that should never have happened.From Croydon to Southwark, pubs to parks, we look at how ordinary nights — fireworks, parties, and quick pints — turned fatal.Ben, beaten to death after three men stole his girlfriend’s hat.Scotty, chased down and stabbed while watching fireworks with friends.R...
2025-10-311h 51
Sinister SouthTaken by Mistake: The Muriel McKay StoryWe start this one with a bit of chaos, as usual, a catch-up about gigs, half term, the price of fireworks and the ongoing trauma of David Walliams audiobooks (because honestly, why is he everywhere?). But once we’ve had our rant, we’re heading back to South London for a story that’s as shocking as it is tragic.In December 1969, Wimbledon was the picture of quiet suburbia, Christmas lights, family dinners, and that post-holiday haze where no one quite knows what day it is. But on Arthur Road, behind the warm glow of St Mary’s House...
2025-10-221h 12
Sinister SouthThomas Neill Cream: The Doctor Who Couldn’t Keep His Mouth ShutAfter a chaotic catch-up involving friendship break-ups, ignored WhatsApp messages, and the glamour of eating Super Noodles in the bath, we take a sharp turn into the gas-lit streets of Victorian Lambeth.This week, we’re heading back to 1891 to meet Thomas Neill Cream – a doctor with a taste for power, poison, and blackmail. Known to history as The Lambeth Poisoner, Cream left a trail of women dead across three continents, fuelled by arrogance and strychnine. From letters to MPs and absurd ransom notes to his infamous final words on the gallows, this is the story of the...
2025-10-151h 10
Sinister SouthThe Beast of Bermondsey: The horrific crimes of Michael RobertsOn Boxing Day 1988, a 57-year-old woman returned home to her Bermondsey flat after spending Christmas with family. Inside, someone was waiting. Over the next 18 months, four elderly women across Southwark and Rotherhithe would be brutally attacked in their own homes by the same man — Michael John Roberts. The press called him the Praying Rapist and the Beast of Bermondsey, a violent predator who stalked South London’s most vulnerable residents for nearly two years before vanishing without trace. Decades later, a cold-case review and a breakthrough in low-copy-number DNA finally unmasked him.And because we know you come...
2025-10-081h 19
Sinister SouthThe devastating case of Daniel EvbuomwanIn this week's episode, we cover the devastating case of three-year-old Daniel Evbuomwan, who was murdered in a house in Downham by his own uncle, Ben Igbinedion. It's a case that shocked the local community, not only because of Daniel's young age but because of the disturbing circumstances behind his death. We talk through who Daniel was, what happened in the lead up to that terrible day, and how the investigation unfolded. Trigger warning right off the bat... this ones desperately upsetting! Sources include:https://news.sky.com/story/boy-3-murdered-after-he-wet-the-bed-10429008ht...
2025-10-011h 04
Sinister SouthBludgeoned in Bed: The West Norwood Lodging Murder of Donald MacPherson and Luciano SchianoIn October 2009, two men were brutally murdered inside a flat in West Norwood, South London. Donald MacPherson, a Scottish chef and grandfather, and Luciano Schiano, a familiar face on Streatham High Street where he sold The Big Issue, were attacked with a level of violence detectives later said “beggared description.”Before we get into the grim detail though, there’s the usual warm-up: Han having to tense herself up all over again after our trip to what can only be described as a home for the bewildered – complete with ratatouille and couscous. Then we dive into the case its...
2025-09-241h 04
Sinister SouthExecution in Tulse Hill: The Killing of Avril ‘Miss Irie’ JohnsonIn the summer of 1998, 30-year-old mother and DJ Avril “Miss Irie” Johnson was brutally murdered in her own home in Tulse Hill. Armed men forced their way in, tied up her family, and executed Avril in front of her husband and two young daughters. Her death became part of a wider spree of violence that shook London and helped shape the launch of Operation Trident. In this episode, we walk through Avril’s life, her love of music, the terrifying events of that night, and the trial that followed, while also unpicking the wider panic about so-called “yardie ga...
2025-09-171h 05
Sinister SouthBoiled to Bones: The Gruesome Murder of Julia Martha ThomasWe're back in Victorian South London with a case so grim it became known as the Barnes mystery. In March 1879, widow Julia Martha Thomas hired a new servant, Kate Webster - a decision that would prove fatal. Within weeks Julia was dead, dismembered in her own kitchen copper, and Kate was strutting around Richmond in her employer's clothes, even trying to sell off the furniture. In this episode we unravel the murder, the cover-up, and the sensational Old Bailey trial that made Kate infamous as the "Richmond Murderess". Along the way, we talk about whether we thrive u...
2025-09-101h 20
Sinister SouthThe murder of Lee Rigby: Terror in WoolwichWe're back! Season 3 is a go... what does season 3 do differently from season 2 you ask? Well... nothing really! HOWEVER... We're back with a big ol’ case – the brutal murder of Fusilier Lee Rigby in Woolwich in 2013.In this episode we cover the events of that shocking day, the life of Lee Rigby, and the aftermath that rippled far beyond South London. From the horrific attack in broad daylight, to the courage of bystanders, the trial of his killers, and the way far-right groups tried to hijack his memory – this is a tough one, but one we fel...
2025-09-031h 43
Sinister SouthLakanal House: The Fire We Should Have Learned FromWe start this week chatting about Hannah’s all-consuming new farming obsession (no, not in real life – in a mobile game) and Rachel’s daughter delivering the line of the year to a would-be eight-year-old suitor. But soon we turn to the devastating story of Lakanal House. In July 2009, a fire tore through the Camberwell tower block, claiming the lives of Catherine Hickman, Dayana Francisquini, her children Thais and Felipe, and Helen Udoka with her newborn daughter Michelle. It exposed fatal flaws in fire safety, building regulations, and the infamous “stay put” policy. This was a tragedy that should...
2025-08-131h 15
Sinister SouthThe Man Who Never Was: Romance Scammer Fredrick DijiCamberwell, South London. A quiet flat just off the main road. Nothing about it stood out—least of all the man inside. But for over a decade, Frederick Diji was running a romance scam so insidious, one victim sent him money for 14 years.Using fake names, false promises, and a soft voice on the other end of the phone, Diji—and his accomplice Raquel Johnson—manipulated over 80 victims into handing over more than £400,000. Their targets? Mostly older gay men. People less likely to report it. Less likely to be believed.This is a story of shame...
2025-08-061h 15
Sinister SouthDriven to Kill: The Murder of Levi Ernest-MorrisonA teenage boy. A knock at the door. And a mother who made a devastating choice.In this episode, we tell the story of 17-year-old Levi Ernest-Morrison — a kind, funny, and thoughtful boy from Sydenham with a love of motorbikes, dreams of building a home in St Lucia, and a future ahead of him. Until the evening of 10th April 2021, when he was hunted down in the street by a group of teenagers wielding machetes — and never made it home.This story was featured in the BBC series The...
2025-07-301h 04
Sinister SouthDriven to Kill: The Murder of Levi Ernest-MorrisonA teenage boy. A knock at the door. And a mother who made a devastating choice.In this episode, we tell the story of 17-year-old Levi Ernest-Morrison — a kind, funny, and thoughtful boy from Sydenham with a love of motorbikes, dreams of building a home in St Lucia, and a future ahead of him. Until the evening of 10th April 2021, when he was hunted down in the street by a group of teenagers wielding machetes — and never made it home.This story was featured in the BBC series The Met: Policing London, and in this epis...
2025-07-3017 min
Sinister SouthFive Litres of Petrol: The Murders of Nabiha and Maleha MasudOn a quiet summer night in Tooting, five litres of petrol were poured through a family's letterbox and lit. By morning sisters Nabiha and Maleha Masud were dying in hospital. The attack came without warning, leaving detectives and the girls grieving mother, desperate to understand why. Join Hannah and Rachel as they unpick a case of shocking entitlement and the devastating consequences of unchecked obsession. We also explore the legal aftermath, including rare appeals and how 'life' sentences actually work when the killer is a child. Before diving into the horror of the case, as alw...
2025-07-231h 11
Sinister SouthSeven shots on the northern line: The killing of Jean Charles de MenezesIn this week’s episode of Sinister South, we revisit one of the most harrowing chapters in modern British policing – the fatal shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes. On 22nd July 2005, just two weeks after the 7/7 London bombings, Jean Charles, a 27-year-old Brazilian electrician, was followed, misidentified, and shot seven times in the head by armed police at Stockwell Tube station. They believed he was a suicide bomber. He wasn't.We trace Jean Charles’ life before unpacking the chain of catastrophic decisions that led to his death. We examine Operation Kratos, media misinformation, Met failings, and the long...
2025-07-161h 12
Sinister SouthThe Murder of Lorraine Benson: DNA, Danger, and a System That Didn't ListenIn the winter of 1988, 22-year-old Lorraine Benson left a work Christmas party in Clapham Junction and never made it home. Her murder shocked South London – not just because of its brutality, but because it exposed the serious failings in how violent offenders were being managed. In this episode, we look at the pioneering role of DNA in solving Lorraine’s case, the disturbing history of her killer John Dunn, and the wider questions her death raised about justice, parole, and whose lives are protected.We also briefly cover bum-counting at pop concerts, kinetic sand post-cleaner rage, and an a...
2025-07-091h 03
Sinister SouthThe body in the boot: The horrific case of Gagandip SinghIn February 2011, 21-year-old Gagandip Singh was found in the boot of his burning car on a residential road in Blackheath. At first, police thought it might’ve been a stolen vehicle, torched for the hell of it, but what they uncovered was a calculated, deeply personal murder.Gagandip was a rising star in the Sikh community, running his own TV channel and trying to carry on his father’s legacy after a devastating loss. But behind the smiles of those around him, darker motives were at play, and a plan for revenge was already in motion.Th...
2025-07-021h 13
Sinister SouthMurdered for what he knew: Bulic ForsytheIn this episode, recorded amid cat flap dramas, church hall trauma, and a frankly terrifying inflatable dinosaur, we dive into one of the most disturbing and under-reported cases in South London’s history: the murder of Bulic Forsythe.In February 1993, Bulic a civil servant working in Lambeth Council’s social services department was found bludgeoned to death in his Brixton flat. The flat had been set on fire, the gas tampered with, and key documents were missing. Officially, the case remains unsolved. Unofficially, those who’ve followed it closely believe Bulic was murdered because of what he knew a...
2025-06-261h 02
Sinister SouthLightning Struck Twice – Naomi Hunte & Fiona HolmThis week we bring you the devastating story of two women, Naomi Hunte and Fiona Holm, both murdered by the same man: Carl Cooper. Both had warned police. Both were ignored. And both were lost because no one acted when it mattered.We talk about stalking, missed red flags, a crowbar attack that led nowhere, and a family forced to do the investigating themselves. Plus, the absolute fury of watching a system shrug and walk away – twice.There’s chat about chaotic Patreons, accidentally sending bonus episodes to the wrong people, and whether Gemma Collins has...
2025-06-181h 13
Sinister SouthThe Murder of Riches Obi – Sham Marriages, Real ConsequencesAfter a slightly chaotic opening involving anxiety spirals, pocket-based trouser strategy, and a traumatic passport photo, things quickly turn grim as we cover the brutal 2020 murder of 25-year-old Riches Obie in Elephant & Castle.He had no criminal past. No enemies. Just a quiet life with his mum — until he was fatally stabbed in their flat.Was it a robbery gone wrong? Or the fallout of a sham marriage scam involving immigration paperwork, money, and three Dutch nationals with links to international crime? Why did his mum flee to Nigeria and refuse to testify? And why di...
2025-06-1158 min
Sinister SouthArt, Ammo and the Ahearnes: A tale of theft and attempted murderA man shot in his kitchen. A Ming vase in a JD Sports bag. An iPad dumped in the Thames.This one has it all: a failed assassination, a Geneva museum heist, and three South London men who left a digital trail as messy as their getaway. Paul Allen, once part of Britain’s biggest cash robbery, ends up paralysed. But it’s what the attackers left behind that seals their fate.Also this week: Hannah’s limping, Rachel’s made a new friend (scandal), and we can’t remember if we’re quoting ourselves or losing ou...
2025-06-041h 09
Sinister SouthA Tragedy Behind Closed Doors: Sayagi SivananthamIn the summer of 2020, the quiet suburb of Mitcham was shaken by an unthinkable tragedy. Five-year-old Sayagi Sivanantham was found critically injured in her family’s flat, and what followed would unravel into a story that forced a difficult national reckoning. In this episode, we explore the human story behind the headlines – one of a vibrant little girl, a community in shock, and the quiet crisis hiding in plain sight.This case asks uncomfortable questions. About mental health, motherhood, and what happens when systems designed to protect don’t catch the warning signs in time.As alw...
2025-05-281h 04
Sinister SouthSweets and secrets: The mysterious murder of Laura Mordaunt-ChapmanThis week, we’re off to Twickenham (yes, it is in South London—Han’s learning geography as we go), where a wealthy widow was found brutally stabbed and partially burned in her own home in 1936. Laura Mordaunt Chapman lived a quiet, reclusive life—until Albert Hadfield, a local sweetshop owner with a shady past and a bicycle, wormed his way in. With 47 stab wounds, no signs of a break-in, and a staged crime scene, the case screamed foul play… but nearly 90 years on, no one has ever been convicted.We’re talking poison apples (not really, but sort of...
2025-05-211h 14
Sinister SouthThe Bell Pub Shootings: 1990s Gangland Murders in South LondonIn the early 1990s, South London was a hotspot for gangland violence, with organised crime families like the Arifs and Brindells locked in a deadly power struggle. In this episode, we explore the interconnected murders of Arma Abdullah, David Brindell, and Stanley Silk – killings that reveal a chilling web of retribution, turf wars, and community silence.From a targeted hit in a Woolworth betting shop to a brutal double shooting at the Bell Pub, these unsolved crimes shed light on the criminal underworld operating in plain sight and the innocent lives caught in the crossfire. We examine ga...
2025-05-1449 min
Sinister SouthSophie Lionnet: The girl they tried to eraseShe travelled to London with dreams of adventure, language, and independence, but instead, 21-year-old Sophie Lionnet found herself trapped in a house of delusion and cruelty. In this episode, we uncover the disturbing murder of a young French au pair at the hands of a South London couple who convinced themselves she was a spy sent by a former boyband star. With twisted obsession, manipulation, and a shared fantasy that spiralled into torture and murder, this is one of the most haunting domestic crimes in modern British history.Also listen to how Rach became "that pe...
2025-05-071h 06
Sinister SouthElizabeth Coriat: Failed by the System, Killed by Her SonIn August 2012, 76-year-old Elizabeth Coriat was found dead in her Forest Hill flat. She had been killed – and decapitated – by her own son, Daniel. He was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, known to mental health services, and had made disturbing statements about Elizabeth long before her death. Despite this, he was discharged and deemed low risk. No safeguarding. No crisis intervention. No support for Elizabeth.What happened to her wasn’t just a brutal act – it was the tragic end point of a system that ignored warning after warning.In this episode, we unpack how the mental h...
2025-04-3052 min
Sinister South"An accident waiting to happen" - The Croydon Tram DerailmentIt’s Hannah’s birthday 🎉 and in true Sinister South fashion, we’re celebrating with one of the most devastating public transport disasters in British history.This week, we’re in Croydon. In 2016, a packed tram derailed at high speed on a tight curve at Sandilands. Seven people lost their lives. Dozens more were injured. But behind the headlines was a tangled mess of missed warnings, ignored safety recommendations, and a network that left no room for human error.It’s a story about a driver, a system with no safeguards, and a question that still hasn’t...
2025-04-231h 01
Sinister SouthThe Queenpins of Crime: South London's Forty ElephantsThey didn’t need getaway cars or sawn-off shotguns just a killer wardrobe and a razor-sharp plan. In this episode, we dive into the world of the Forty Elephants an all-women crime syndicate that ruled the streets and department stores of London from the late 1800s well into the 20th century. Based in the Elephant and Castle, these women weren’t just shoplifters they were organised, ruthless, and decades ahead of their time when it came to running a criminal empire.We’ll explore how the gang operated, why they were so successful for so long, and how th...
2025-04-1657 min
Sinister SouthSouth London’s Night Stalker: The horror of Delroy GrantFor 17 years, someone was targeting elderly people across South London, slipping into their homes in the dead of night. Behind the mask was Delroy Grant, a man living a quiet life in Lewisham, known to neighbours as a family man and carer. But the reality was far darker.In this episode, we explore the long investigation to uncover the truth, the mistakes that let him walk free for so long, and the strength of the victims who came forward. This is a story about the people he hurt, the communities affected, and the detectives who finally stopped...
2025-04-091h 06
Sinister SouthWhen love turns lethal: The Tai O'Donnell storyThis week, we start with a much-needed debrief on brain fog, Expo madness, and why Rachel may or may not be developing narcolepsy (spoiler: she’s not, but Hannah’s definitely worried). Tai O’Donnell was just 19. A music student with plans, talent, and a mum who adored him. In March 2021, Tai was murdered by his ex-girlfriend, Kamila Ahmad, in his flat in Croydon. She stabbed him in the leg, severing his femoral artery, then left him to die. In this episode, we talk about who Tai really was, what we missed, and how the system failed to see...
2025-04-021h 09
Sinister SouthThe Balham Mystery: Who Poisoned Charles Bravo?This week, Rach takes us on a wild romp through Victorian south London with the mysterious death of Charles Bravo – a seemingly respectable barrister who died in agony from antimony poisoning in his plush home near Tooting Bec Common. Was it suicide? A medical accident? Or did someone in the house have very good reason to want him gone? We unpack the tangled mess of coercive control, scandalous affairs, and courtroom chaos that surrounded the case – all while having a good old chat about St Patrick’s Day hangovers, questionable leprechaun museums, and Rachel’s blacklisting from a certain food del...
2025-03-261h 25
Sinister SouthBurglary Turned Fatal: The death of Henry Vincent and the Richard Osborn-Brooks case When 78-year-old Richard Osborn-Brooks awoke to find two intruders in his South London home, he made a split-second decision that would change his life forever. One burglar fled. The other, Henry Vincent, was fatally stabbed. But what followed was almost as shocking—the pensioner’s arrest, a furious public debate over self-defence laws, and a tense standoff between Vincent’s grieving family and the local community. In this episode, we break down the crime, the legal grey areas, and the bizarre fallout—including a funeral procession showdown, a police-protected pensioner, and a heated debate over whether justice was truly served.
2025-03-191h 30
Sinister SouthHunted in Broad Daylight The Killing of Johanita DogbeyRight, before we get into this one, a quick heads-up - tech issues. The recording gods were not on our side, and there are a few little glitches in this episode. We’ve done what we can to tidy them up, but if you notice any weird jumps or crackles, just know we’re as annoyed as you are. Bear with us, we promise it’s worth it.Johanita Dogbey was just walking home when she was attacked in broad daylight by a man described as having a ‘hunter mentality’. No motive, no connection - just a terrifying...
2025-03-0554 min
Sinister SouthA Single Punch: The Tragic Killing of Oliver DearloveOn a warm August night in 2016, Oliver Dearlove was out with friends in Blackheath, South London, when a casual conversation with a stranger turned into an unthinkable tragedy. A single, unprovoked punch from a man he'd never met ended his life within seconds, shattering the world of those who loved him. In this episode, we discuss Oliver’s life, the dangers of one-punch attacks, and the devastating ripple effects of impulsive violence.But before we get to the heavy stuff, we take a detour through the chaotic landscape of our minds—covering everything from reframing toxic positivity, the...
2025-02-261h 18
Sinister SouthSouth London's Summer of Fear: The Stockwell StranglerEpisode 7! South London, summer of '86. It's boiling, windows are open, and an unseen predator is creeping inside. One by one, elderly residents are found dead in their beds, strangled, their homes disturbed but not ransacked. The press dub him 'The Stockwell Strangler', and fear grips the city. Who was Kenneth Erskine, and what drove him to prey on the most vulnerable? Han takes us through a case that left South London in shock. Plus, an important public service announcement - pubs with "arms" in the name do not, in fact, have anything to do wi...
2025-02-191h 24
Sinister SouthDiamonds, Diggers & Deception: The Millennium Dome Diamond HeistSeason 2 episode 6! A flawless diamond, a gang of 'old school' crooks, and a JCB digger smashing through the Millennium Dome in Greenwich - what could possibly go wrong? In this episode, Rach takes us inside one of the most audacious (and utterly disastrous) heist attempts in British history - the 2000 Millennium Dome raid. A gang of career criminals set their sights on the Millennium Star, a £100m diamond that was too good not to go after! Armed with sledgehammers, smoke grenades and a construction vehicle, they stormed the Dome, believing they were moments away from unimaginable wealth. In...
2025-02-121h 17
Sinister SouthA mothers breaking point: The Clarence ChildrenThis episode is one of the most heart breaking and complex cases we've ever covered—the tragedy of the Clarence children. In 2014, Tania Clarence, a devoted mother caring for three severely disabled children, reached an unimaginable breaking point.What led to this tragedy? How did a mother, battling exhaustion and isolation, fall through the cracks of a failing system? And what lessons can be learned from the serious case review that followed?This episode could be an incredibly difficult listen, and we won't be mad if you’re affected by discussions of mental health crises or c...
2025-02-051h 36
Sinister SouthThe Baffling Story of Noel & Marie BrownTrevors Episode 4 of Season 2 is here! In this episode, Rach tells us the story of the baffling case of Noel and Marie Brown, a father and daughter found murdered in Deptford, South London, under circumstances that seem more suited to a crime thriller than real life. Was Noel targeted because of his past? Was it a grudge, a gambling win gone wrong, or something else entirely? And how did Marie, a devoted mum just trying to check on her dad, end up caught in this grim scenario? With no signs of forced entry and a trail of t...
2025-01-291h 23
Sinister SouthBard in Blood: The mysterious murder of Christopher Marlowe.This week, we delve into the life and baffling death of Christopher Marlowe, Elizabethan playwright, suspected spy, and Deptford's most controversial tavern guest. From his ground-breaking plays like Dr Faustus to the rumoured espionage and heretical whispers that surrounded his life, Marlowe was nothing if not intriguing. But was his death really just an overreaction to splitting the bill (or as we now call it, “The Reckoning”), or was there something far more sinister afoot?Rach and Han chat through the many theories—from political assassinations to espionage gone awry, and even the wild suggestion that Marlowe faked...
2025-01-221h 13
Sinister SouthCult of Control Maoism, Manipulation and Modern Slavery in LambethEpisode 2! After some debate over whether Hannah is secretly joining a Juice Plus cult, we're diving into a case that's as shocking as it is heartbreaking: The Lambeth Slavery Case. This week, we're unravelling the story of Aravindan Balakrishnan - better known as "Comrade Bala" and his radical Maoist cult that turned into a house of manipulation and mind control in Brixton South London. For over three decades, three women lived under his psychological grip, isolated from the world, and subjected to cruelty disguised as ideology. We explore how political ideals spiralled into paranoid, control...
2025-01-151h 24
Sinister SouthDamilola Taylor: A Tragic Loss That Shook South LondonWe’re back, Trevors! It’s Season 2, and Hannah is kicking things off with a massive case that shaped South London’s history—the tragic story of Damilola Taylor. But before we get into the heartbreak, we’re catching up on New Year’s resolutions, caravans in Devon, and the questionable merits of sharing shoe shopping tips with cab drivers.Then, we dive deep into the case that shocked the nation: Damilola’s bright future, the devastating events of 27th November 2000, and the legacy his family created in his memory. It’s a tough one, but we’re here to honour...
2025-01-081h 40
Sinister SouthFestive Fatalities: A Sinister South Christmas SpecialWell Trevors... we've made it to the end of season 1, and so just for you, we've done a "selection box" of murder from South London. Turns out, we have ZERO CHILL when it comes to festive crime, and while we thought we'd find a couple of tales about santa claus robbing a shopping centre etc... we just found more death and destruction! So get cosy with your mulled wine, and settle down to hear 5 cases which took place over the Christmas period in South London from Christmas Eve to Boxing Day. We're then having two we...
2024-12-181h 28
Sinister SouthFolie a Deux? The callous murder of Sarah MayhewEpisode 31, and this week we're looking into the callous murder of Sarah Mayhew. This case is a really recent one, with the perpetrators not having been sentenced yet so expect some updates in the future! Listen as Hannah walks us through the details of the case as we understand them, and help us untangle the concept of how in a "killer couple" the woman always seems to be seen as less culpable than the man? The story is nasty so trigger warning, and we're still not too clear on exactly why Sarah had to tragically lose her life!
2024-12-111h 00
Sinister SouthBroken Promises: Tragedies in South London's Mental Health SupportEpisode 30 is here! This week, we’re taking a deep dive into some of South London’s most tragic stories tied to mental health care—and let’s just say, it’s a bit of a rollercoaster. We talk about the harrowing murders of Ilona Czuper in Mitcham, Eileen Dean in Catford, Maureen Watkins in Peckham and Florise Corette in Brockley. From heart breaking failings to moments that make you question how things could go so wrong, we’ll be unpacking cases that hit close to home. As always, there’s plenty of our usual banter (because we can’t help ou...
2024-12-041h 05
Sinister SouthDemonic promises and police betrayals: The tragic story of Bibaa Henry & Nicole SmallmanThis week, we unravel the devastating case of Bibaa Henry and Nicole Smallman, two sisters whose lives were tragically stolen during what should have been a beautiful celebration. From their bond as sisters to the horrific failures that compounded their family’s grief, we explore it all—including a killer’s unhinged “demonic pact” and the unforgivable actions of certain officers who were supposed to protect and serve.But don’t worry, we start off light—venting about life’s infuriating little moments (looking at you, fire doors and car washes), and Hannah’s very pointed disapproval of Rachel’s excess...
2024-11-271h 04
Sinister SouthThe Penge Mystery: Harriet Staunton's Tragic Tale of Betrayal and CrueltyEpisode 28 Trevors!! In this episode, Rach (yes we know, it should be Han, but life got busy) dives into the harrowing case of Harriet Staunton, a wealthy South London woman subjected to unimaginable cruelty at the hands of her husband and his accomplices. From the chilling neglect she endured to the courtroom spectacle that shocked Victorian England, this story will leave you feeling icky...But it's not all doom and gloom - We also discuss why finding each other at a gig feels like playing 'Where's Wally', some fascinating facts about Penge (or is it Annerley?), and...
2024-11-201h 06
Sinister SouthLethal Love Triangle: The Chilling Case of Dina SharpeEpisode 27!! We're heading back to Southwark! In this episode, we uncover the tragic story of Dina Sharpe, a South London woman whose love and trust were betrayed in the worst way. Dina believed she’d found a future with Stephen Singer, but instead found herself caught in his web of lies, deceit, and a love triangle gone horribly wrong. What begins as a volatile relationship spirals into a chillingly premeditated act—complete with a drugged dinner and a deadly fire. Join us as we navigate this heart breaking case, tracing the signs of control, manipulation, and the devas...
2024-11-1348 min
The Skeptical ShamanHanging Out With Mr. Wednesday, with Hannah SchwartzIn this second episode in our special Supernatural Stories series, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) chats with client and friend Hannah Schwartz all about her recent connection with the ancient Norse God Odin-- aka "Mr. Wednesday".Hannah first encountered Odin as a person-sized raven watching over a flock of chickens in a dream, not immediately understanding just "who" the sentient being behind those massive bird eyes actually was. But she started to see more and more clues in her spiritual scavenger hunt, eventually reaching out to Rachel about an uncanny Substack post featuring chickens and eldritch...
2024-11-0941 min
Sinister SouthTargeted: LGBTQ+ lives lost in South LondonIn this episode Han takes us through three tragic stories of LGBTQ+ individuals who faced violence and hate in South London, including both solved and unsolved cases. We uncover the lives behind the headlines, the struggles for justice and the harsh realities of hate crimes in our community.We'll cover the cases of Jacob Bornkamp, Geoffrey Windsor and Jody Dobrowski.But it's not all murder and heartache. Expect the usual mix of random ramblings and...Han wasn't lying when she said this one would be tricky to write a description for... Sources include
2024-11-061h 07
Sinister SouthHaunts, Frights and Murder: It's the Sinister South Halloween Spooktacular!Hi Trevor's, Hannah here... I'm putting out a public service announcement, this episode is all for Rach, I couldn't give a damn about Halloween, but I quite like her and she loves it. She calls it her "Spiritual Holiday", so...I buckled to the pressure and we've done an episode with a bit of a twist (I say twist, we're pretty sure EVERY true crime podcast does something similar at this time of year, and apparently Rach likes bandwagons). Don't say I didn't warn you! Rach here... I BLOODY LOVE HALLOWEEN! So In this episode, we're really...
2024-10-301h 18
Sinister SouthLost to Honour: The Tragic Death of Banaz MahmodIn this episode of Sinister South, we dive into the deeply tragic case of Banaz Mahmood, a young Kurdish woman from South London whose life was taken in a devastating honour killing. After enduring years of abuse in a forced marriage, Banaz sought help from the police five times, only to be tragically failed by the very system meant to protect her. We unpack the cultural pressures behind honour-based violence, Banaz's immense courage in seeking freedom, and the chilling systemic failures that led to her untimely death.Of course, before the heavy stuff, we chat about Hannah’s...
2024-10-231h 26
Sinister SouthThe Fall of Johnny Darke & John Bindon: Crime, Chaos & CinemaIn episode 23 of Sinister South, we're diving into the chaotic world of Johnny Darke, a volatile South London gangster. His criminal empire crumbled when he clashed with John Bindon, a feared enforcer with ties to rockstars and royalty. From pub rackets to murder trials, we uncover how Darke’s reign was brought to a brutal end, blending crime, celebrity, and unexpected twists.Also hear how vindictive Rach is as she attempts to silence Han, and the supremely inspiring way Han deals with it... Sources used in the episode include:https://en.wikipedia.org...
2024-10-161h 10
Sinister SouthThe horrifying story of The New Cross Road House FireEpisode 22, this was a recommendation as a case from @jomydarlingclementine over on Instagram! This week, we’re taking you through one of the most harrowing events in South London’s history: the 1981 New Cross Road Fire. What started as a birthday party turned into a nightmare, with 13 young black people tragically losing their lives. Was it an accident, or something far more sinister? We’ll unravel the facts, dive into the rumours history of racial tensions, systemic police racism, and the aftermath of an event that has left a scar on the community. Along the way, w...
2024-10-091h 18
Sinister SouthMatch Day Mystery: The Disappearance of Lee BoxellEpisode 21! This week, Hannah tackles the baffling case of Lee Boxell, a 15-year-old football fan who seemingly disappeared into thin air in 1988 from his home in Cheam, near Sutton. Was he off to catch a local match, or did something more sinister happen? Despite extensive investigations and a few strange leads, Lee’s fate remains a mystery to this day. Join us as we delve into the baffling details, including a cryptic phone call, dodgy sightings, a mysterious local hangout and a graveyard that holds more questions than answers, the case raises all kinds of chilling possibilities.
2024-10-021h 16
The Skeptical ShamanHanging Out With Mr. Wednesday, with Hannah SchwartzThis episode is now unlocked for all subscribers— and is available on Apple, Spotify and anywhere else you get your podcasts!In this second episode in our special Supernatural Stories series, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) chats with client and friend Hannah Schwartz all about her recent connection with the ancient Norse God Odin-- aka "Mr. Wednesday".Hannah first encountered Odin as a person-sized raven watching over a flock of chickens in a dream, not immediately understanding just "who" the sentient being behind those massive bird eyes actually was. But she started to see more and mo...
2024-09-2941 min
Sinister SouthTailored for trouble The mysterious murder of Robert VennerEpisode 20! Bloody hell trevors! If you're still here, good on ya! In this baffling episode, we explore the brutal 1934 murder of Robert James Venner, a well-known tailor from New Cross who was found staggering in his shop with fatal head wounds. Was it a robbery gone wrong. or was there something more sinister at play? Despite multiple suspects this case remains unsolved nearly a century later! Join us as we unravel the strange details of the investigation, including dodgy alibis, a suspicious blue saloon, and missing iron bars. Plus, Rachel reflects on surviving...
2024-09-251h 03
Sinister SouthRipper or Random? The Unsolved Mystery of Sally ShepherdIn this chilling episode, we dive into the brutal 1979 murder of Sally Shepherd, a woman whose tragic death in Peckham has left more questions than answers. Was it a random attack, or could it be the work of one of Britain’s most infamous killers? Join us as we explore the grim details of the case, including bizarre theories that point towards the Yorkshire Ripper himself.Spoiler alert: there are more hair samples and theories than answers.Plus, Rachel contemplates whether she’d survive a week at a rock concert with her kids, and Hannah shar...
2024-09-181h 01
Sinister SouthCatch Me If You Con: The Misadventures of Mark AcklomIn episode 18 we meet grade A dickhead Mark Acklom, a man with more personas than a secondary school drama club. From fake MI6 agent to high-flying (or should we say, fraud-flying) businessman, this episode takes you through Acklom’s greatest hits—like the time he got a mortgage at 16, convinced a woman he owned an airport, or that minor incident of a €14 million property scam. Spoiler: If someone claims to be James Bond, they're probably not. Also, hear why Rachel is adamant that one day she’ll join a cult (it’s only a matter of time...
2024-09-111h 05
Sinister SouthA deadly love triangle: The tale of Alison ShaughnessyEpisode 17! Trevor's, we're back to our usual dark stories! Hannah delves into the pretty heart breaking and brutal murder of Alison Shaughnessy. What seemed like a picture-perfect marriage quickly unravelled into a story of betrayal, jealousy and a deadly love triangle. We're generally interested in where Alison's husband got his audacity because it's truly egregious (and that's one word we won't say because we don't think we can pronounce it...). There are so many questionable decisions, a media frenzy and courtroom drama that has left many people wondering if justice has ever actually been served.
2024-09-041h 03
Sinister SouthJumpers, Jesus, and Jolly Madness: The Wild Tales of Plumstead’s Peculiar People & Mary Ann GirlingTrevor's...we've decided to give you a break this week with a lighter, more chilled episode! In fact...it might even be a true crime story...without any crime...We're taking a break from the usual intensity and diving instead into the quirky world of a religious sect; the Plumstead Peculiar People, Mary Ann Girling and her Jumping followers. But before we get into the madness of religious "nutbags" (as one website so loving called them); hear the moment we both realise that old age is creeping up on us faster than we would like...
2024-08-281h 07
Sinister SouthThe torso in the river: "Adam"Episode 15 hears Han tell the story of the "Adam" torso case, where the discovery of a young boy's torso in the River Thames, London, on September 21, 2001 takes us on a wild ride into ritualistic murder, cutting edge scientific investigation and proper horrible descriptions of child abuse...yeh sorry Trevors! Over 20 years on, "Adam"s real identity is still unknown, the perpetrators of the atrocious murder are unknown and basically...everything is awfulAlso understand the commonalities between Hannah and Mariah Carey...there are many...Sources used in this episode include:Wikipedia – Wiki on...
2024-08-211h 10
Sinister SouthStop Killing Women!!: The Tragic Murder of Sabina NessaEpisode 14 of Sinister South looks at the tragic case of Sabina Nessa, a 28-year-old primary school teacher whose life was brutally cut short while walking through Cator Park in Kidbrooke. Rach explores the details of the investigation, the impact on the community, and the broader issues of women's safety that this case brought to light. But don't worry, it's not all heavy, Hannah channels her inner Trump and discusses building a wall around South London, and Rachel covets a goth clothes airer from Morrison's... Some of the sources used in this episode are bel...
2024-08-141h 08
Sinister SouthThe horrendous crimes of Robert Napper: Rachel Nickell, Samantha & Jazmine BissetRight Trevor's...off the top, listen to this one with CAUTION! It's brutal...fair warning! Episode 13 hears Han walk us through a serial killer, born and raised this side of our fair city (we are unhappy to claim him in all honesty), and the brutal deaths of Rachel Nickell on Wimbledon Common and of Samantha Bisset and her four year old daughter Jazmine in Plumstead. This episode contains discussion of the death of a child, graphic descriptions of violence and mental heal issues. We honestly don't mind if you want to...
2024-08-071h 04
Sinister SouthQuadruple homicide and missed opportunities: Samantha Drummonds & FamilyIn this rage inducing episode, Rach tells the incredibly upsetting story of the quadruple homicide of Samantha Drummonds, her mother Tanysha Ofori-Akuffo, her grandmother Dolet Hill and her grandmother's partner Denton Burke on April 25 2022. **Trigger warnings for drug abuse, discussions of mental health and extreme violence**Listen as we hear how Samantha's boyfriend Joshua Jacques, launched a frenzied attack in Bermondsey and ripped a family apart. But don't worry, you'll also hear all about Rachel's snake trousers... we'll leave that there...Sources used for this case include:
2024-07-311h 04
Sinister SouthMurder on the Thames: The Marchioness DisasterEpisode 11 takes a bit of a different turn into a harrowing disaster on the Thames. We didn't realise it, but this episode has been launched 4 days after the 35 year anniversary of the incident! Listen as Hannah walks us through the the events that led to the capsizing of the pleasure boat Marchioness on 20th August 1989 resulting in 51 deaths! And before anyone starts...we checked...where the boat ends up is technically still considered South London! Find out why if deaths occur when companies are involved, they stop being classed as murders and start j...
2024-07-241h 04
Sinister SouthSenseless Violence: The Jimmy Mizen storyEpisode 10!! Im not sure we thought we'd get 10 under our belts, but we're covering an incredibly sad and somewhat notorious case from literally round the corner to mark the occasion. Listen as Rach walks us through the case of Jimmy Mizen, who was killed with a piece of glass during a confrontation that 100% didn't need to happen, as well as the incredible way his family remember him and the work they do in his name. We can't lie, this one is sad...but Rach still manages to get in a discussion about France and the Hu...
2024-07-1755 min
Sinister SouthWho takes an axe to a pub? The Daniel Morgan mysteryWelcome back to another episode of "Sinister South." In this ninth instalment, we delve into the dark and convoluted case of Daniel Morgan, a private investigator brutally murdered with an axe in a South London pub car park in 1987. Despite five police investigations, the case remains unsolved, mired in corruption, conspiracy, and scandal within the Metropolitan Police. Join us as we unravel the intricate web of deceit, explore the murky details of the investigations, and discuss the impact of this infamous case on the Morgan family and the public's trust in law enforcement. Also hear fr...
2024-07-1044 min
The Business of Christian FictionEp 45: Writing Your Novel while Juggling Mom Life with Hannah AbbottIn this episode, Rachel talks with author Hannah Abbott about the unique struggles of writing a novel while being a stay-at-home mom and some tips for navigating that challenge. ✅CLICK HERE to check out Hannah’s books 👉https://amzn.to/464QPoMThis video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something Rachel will receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. About Hannah Jo AbbottHannah is a Christian romance author. She's not just a writer, but a wife, a m...
2024-07-0942 min
Sinister SouthThe dark side of Stanstead Road: The murder of Shaun CoreyEpisode 8 of Sinister South takes a twisted turn down Stanstead Road as we uncover the bizarre and brutal case of Shaun Corey. In 2011, Shaun's on-off partner Karen Otmani, also known as Tammy Cameron, turned their tumultuous relationship deadly.Shaun, a kind-hearted Northerner looking for a fresh start in London, met Otmani on an online dating site. Little did he know, her history of mental health issues and manipulative behaviour would lead to his untimely demise. Otmani, with the help of her creepy "Uncle" Bernard Beddoe, smothered him and stashed his body in a wheelie bin. Sou...
2024-07-0351 min
Sinister SouthThe New Cross murders: Laurent Bonomo and Gabriel FerezEpisode 7 of Sinister South uncovers the chilling story of Laurent Bonomo and Gabriel Ferez, two French biochemistry students who moved to London for prestigious internships at Imperial College.In the summer of 2008, these promising young men were brutally murdered in a crime that shocked the nation and raised serious questions about the UK justice system. This episode takes listeners through the harrowing details of their last day, the horrific crime scene, and the relentless investigation that followed.Trigger warnings abound as we delve into the violent attack that left Laurent and Gabriel with hundreds of...
2024-06-2649 min
Sinister SouthA miscarriage of justice: The murder of Michelle ConfaitEpisode 6 hears Rach discuss the case of Michelle Confait whose unsolved murder changed the way police investigate crimes involving children as suspects. Throughout this episode we try to give focus to Michelle who has somewhat been forgotten in their own death, while also discussing the horrific miscarriage of justice and police activities that were more than questionable!Sources used in this episode includedCatching Britain's Killers: The Crimes That Changed Ushttps://www.thejusticegap.com/cases-the-changed-us-maxwell-confait/https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Maxwell_Confaithttps://tdor.translivesmatter.info/reports/1972/04/21/maxwell-michelle-confait_catford-south-london-united-kingdom_817214c3https://www.t...
2024-06-191h 12
Sinister SouthThe Bermondsey Horror: The death of Patrick O'ConnorSurprise! We said fortnightly...we changed our minds! Hannah is back this week with a historic case from Southwark where we meet a husband and wife murder duo from the early 1800s! Meet the Mannings, a delightful pair who perpetuated a crime that became known as the Bermondsey Horror, the cold blooded murder of Patrick O'connor, a wealthy businessman who Mrs Manning took a fancy too, and whom Mr Manning...well just let them get on with it! Find out more about why Hannah almost got kicked out of a kids swimming competition, what an 'i...
2024-06-1251 min
Sinister SouthCould it have been prevented? The case of Rochelle Holness**TRIGGER WARNING: ALL THE BAD THINGS**Hannah talks us through one of the most infamous cases in Catford, the murder and discovery of Rochelle Holness at the notoriously scary Milford Towers estate in 2008. Rochelle was brutally murdered and hidden by a sub-human who should have been stopped much earlier in his criminal career. Hannah explains just how awful this man is, how the British justice system failed and why the tabloid press is gross! We'll also hear about terrifying South London parks, the gentrification of the borough of Catford, and why Hannah is no...
2024-06-0452 min
Sinister SouthThe historical case of Jane Maria Clouson and The Viper of Kidbrooke LaneEpisode 3 sees Rach and Han step back in time *queue Dr Who music* to 1871, Kidbrooke near Greenwich as Rach discusses the brutal murder of Jane Maria Clouson. Jane was a "Maid of All Work" for a Greenwich-based family ", The Pooks", and Edmund, the youngest son, was undoubtedly fraternising with the help! So much so that he got Jane pregnant... and then Jane is found clinging to life at the side of a muddy road saying only, "Let me die". Hear the chilling "unsolved" (ahem) case that still has people talking today, hear why Rachel is a...
2024-05-291h 13
Sinister SouthDouble Jeopardy: The cases of Cassandra McDermott & Kara HoytEpisode 2 of Sinister South takes us to Streatham as Hannah tells the terrifying story of grade A monster Mario Celaire and his brutal attack and murder of girlfriend Cassandra McDermott and attack of ex-girlfriend Kara Hoyt. Sounding like something out of an episode of Luther, this episode takes a hard turn into the world of terrifying domestic violence, which some may find difficult to hear, and ends with changes to the UK justice system as the result of an amazing will to survive. Sources used for this case include;https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2009/ju...
2024-05-221h 01
Sinister SouthThe unsolved murder of Debbie LinsleyWelcome to the first episode of "Sinister South", where we (Rach and Han) dive headfirst into one of South London's most baffling mysteries—the unsolved murder of Debbie Linsley. Back in 1988, Debbie was tragically stabbed aboard a train travelling from Orpington to Victoria. This chilling puzzle has stumped detectives for decades and remains unsolved. We’ll take you back to that fateful day, walking you through the clues left behind and the theories that still float around in hushed tones. And, of course, we’ll share our thoughts, dissecting every angle of the case. So, pop in...
2024-05-131h 15
Pilates ExchangeSize Diverse Pilates with Rachel PiperHow boring would we be if we all looked the same? We all carry abundance in certain parts of our bodies and today’s guest is passionate about changing the stigma surrounding movement for larger-bodied people. Rachel Piper is the owner of Size Diverse Pilates, a company focused on making Pilates accessible for all people. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about our guest, how she got into Pilates, the VARK method, the importance of inclusivity and teaching for the individual, and much more! We even delve into what connecting to the Pilates method means and Rachel gives us t...
2023-12-1555 min
Two Girl Cinema ClubHannah & Ailish Serving Tea (RHOBH, DWTS, & Golden Bachelor Recap + Ryan Murphy & Rachel Goes Rogue)*Special Note* This episode was a little late due to technical issues. Thank you for your patience!This week on the pod, we’re fired up about all things pop culture. So much happened this week that we think we created our longest episode yet! We give our take on the trailer for Rachel Goes Rogue and discuss if we’ll be listening. Let’s face it, this story has been told a hundred times already and we’re not sure we care about yet another version of events from Rachel. Hannah is rewatching VPR and thinks Rachel m...
2023-12-092h 04
The UnBroken PodcastWhy When I Smile, Your Brain Smiles Too! A discussion With Hannah BornetWhy smiles, joy and laughter are the best medicine, role models and exemplars in life. In this episode Dr Rachel does a Q & A with Hanna, where they talk about how finding joy is an antidote to fear and Scotland evokes the greatest imagery of how nature heals. This episode provides a great reminder of the importance of smiling and the mirror neuron system, and how we can change our brain structure by spending time with certain people. We all need the joyful in our lives and this episode explains why. A reminder that we all don't...
2022-01-0430 min
Checking Out - A Reading Podcast007 - Hannah vs. Arizona (feat. Lauren A. Rowe)Welcome to Checking Out, where Rachel & Hannah check in about what they’re checking out. Today we’re just talking about what we’re reading, AND we have our very first author interview with Lauren A. Rowe! Does this make us official?
Where you can connect with us:
Instagram: @checkingoutpod
Facebook: fb.me/checkingoutpod
Email: checkingoutpod@gmail.com
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1257833437941485/
Website: https://www.checkingoutpodcast.com
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Anti Racist Book Club List: https://culturallyresponsiveleadership.com/antiracistbooks/
“Where the Truth Li...
2020-06-231h 11Checking Out - A Reading Podcast006 - Mental Health and ReadingWelcome to Checking Out, where Rachel & Hannah check in about what they’re checking out. Today we’re giving you some insight on who we are and why we love to read and also why our Pandemic episodes have been.. a little off.
Where you can connect with us:
Instagram: @checkingoutpod
Facebook: fb.me/checkingoutpod
Email: checkingoutpod@gmail.com
Classics Book Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/548140582641762/
Website: https://www.checkingoutpodcast.com
Links mentioned in the podcast:
http://libro.fm/referral?rf_code=lfm167316 - Libro.fm for audiobooks and using this link get your first month free!
https://twitter.com...
2020-05-171h 13Checking Out - A Reading Podcast005 - Bildungsroman Made EasyWelcome to Checking Out, where Rachel & Hannah check in about what they’re checking out. Today we’re diving into that fancy Bildungsroman word!
Instagram: @checkingoutpod
Facebook: fb.me/checkingoutpod
Email: checkingoutpod@gmail.com
Classics Book Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/548140582641762/
Website: https://www.checkingoutpodcast.com/
Books mentioned this episode:
"Antic Hay" by Aldous Huxley
"Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley
"Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" by J.K. Rowling
"Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling
"Harry Pott...
2020-04-2553 minChecking Out - A Reading Podcast004 - All Roads Lead to Lee Harvey Oswald (Recommendations & Questions)Welcome to Checking Out, where Rachel & Hannah check in about what they’re checking out. Today we’re giving out recommendations and answering your questions!
Instagram: @checkingoutpod
Facebook: fb.me/checkingoutpod
Email: checkingoutpod@gmail.com
Classics Book Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/548140582641762/
Customized Care and Self-Care Packages for Booklovers from Changing Hands Bookstore: https://www.changinghands.com/care-package
Turn the Page Westfield: https://turnthepagewestfield.com/
IndieBound: https://www.indiebound.org/
Books mentioned this episode:
“Agnes Grey” by Anne Bronte
“Christine” by Stephen King
“UN...
2020-04-131h 02Checking Out - A Reading Podcast003 - Quarantine ReadsWelcome to Checking Out, where Rachel & Hannah check in about what they’re checking out. Today we’re talking about quarantine reads, both physical and audiobooks, to help you get your mind off of it.
Instagram: @checkingoutpod
Facebook: fb.me/checkingoutpod
Classics Book Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/548140582641762/
Enrichment Activities Spreadsheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KCFnWreu4v7VoO3NbgP-Qcq2LyE1FvliYSoiTLRY7Qg/htmlview?usp=sharing&fbclid=IwAR09lj8eaJ06w6eubn0Nmb6hYfXNHMc2vFXfkGSooIylVzkhS-mVqw2EKPQ&sle=true
COVID-19 Activity Book (the website offers the book in multiple languages for free...
2020-03-1550 minChecking Out - A Reading Podcast002 - "Their Eyes Were Watching God" DiscussionWelcome to Checking Out, where Rachel & Hannah check in about what they’re checking out. We talk about our reading since the last episode, and then have a discussion about our book of the month, "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston
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Zora Festival: https://zorafestival.org/
Books mentioned on this episode:
"Metamorphoses" by Ovid
"Crime and Punishment" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
"War and Peace" by...
2020-03-011h 04Checking Out - A Reading Podcast001 - Standing on our Book BoxWelcome to Checking Out, where Rachel & Hannah check in about what they’re checking out. Get to know their reading styles and them being on their soapbox, or “bookbox” about reading.
Instagram: @checkingoutpod
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Classics Book Club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/548140582641762/
Books mentioned this episode:
“Their Eyes Were Watching God” by Zora Neale Hurston
“The Bluest Eye” by Toni Morrison
“Beloved” by Toni Morrison
“Recitaf” by Toni Morrison
“Paradise” by Toni Morrison
“I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” by Maya Angelou
“The Goldfinch” by Donna Tartt
2020-02-161h 03
The Confident Woman Podcast41: Life Inspired With Hannah RosenfelderOn today’s episode, Erin and Rachel chat with special guest, Hannah Rosenfelder. She is a six-figure earner, 2 time liver transplant recipient and momma to her miracle baby!
Hannah kicks off the episode by sharing that she was born with Biliary Atresia, which affects the liver. It typically requires a transplant at some point and can be fatal. She talks about being in and out of the hospital growing up, but not allowing that to hold her back from what she wanted to do in life. She wanted to be as normal as possible and so she pu...
2019-12-3035 min