The Red bull episode!
This episode of 'Hooked on True Crime' delves into the life and work of executioners, focusing on Albert Pierrepoint. The conversation begins with light-hearted domestic anecdotes before transitioning into serious discussions about historical crime cases, including the execution of Stanley Hobday and Alberts first female execution, Ethel Major. The hosts explore the economics of execution, the training and professionalism required, and the impact of World War II on the frequency of executions. The episode concludes with a look at Udam Singh's case and Albert's rise to chief executioner, setting the stage for future discussions on wrongful executions and notable cases.
Ali takes a cockney quiz and fails
Scottish word of the week : Filsket and Drooket
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Sources:
Books
Pierrepoint:A Family of Executioners,--(Steve Fielding)
TheExecutioner's Bible,--(Steve Fielding)
Executioner:Pierrepoint,--(Albert Pierrepoint)
TheHangman's tale,--(Syd Dernley and David Newman)
Web
Ethel Major- Corned Beef Killer 1934- Crimes Through Time
Ethel Lillie Major – The Corned BeefKiller – Capital Punishment UK
Corned beef poisoner's tragic lettersto family before her execution | Lincolnshire Live
Results for 'ethel major' | BritishNewspaper Archive
Stanley Hobday | Murderpedia, theencyclopedia of murderers
Stanley Eric Hobday - a homeinvasion... - Capital Punishment UK | Facebook
Tales from The Hangman's Record.Episode Three. Stanley Eric Hobday - 28th December 1933 Birmingham
Results for 'stanley hobday' |British Newspaper Archive
1939-45 Espionage – The History Room
1939-45 Espionage – The History Room