401:  The First Forensic Hanging w/ Summer Strevens

401: The First Forensic Hanging w/ Summer Strevens

Author: Blue Ewe Media August 13, 2025 Duration: 55:42
The First Forensic Hanging: The Toxic Truth That Killed Mary Blandy by Summer Strevens tells the story of Mary Blandy, executed in 1752 for poisoning her father Frances Blandy with arsenic. Her trial was the first in Britain to use toxicology as evidence in an arsenic poisoning case, marking a turning point in forensic history. Drawing on period newspapers and court records, Strevens unpacks the trial, the intense public fascination, and the shadowy role of Blandy’s lover, Captain William Cranstoun, whose influence and possible manipulation may have led her down the path to the gallows. More about the book on the author's website: https://www.summerstrevens.com/ Purchase the book on Amazon here. (affiliate link) Disclosure: Some links above are affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Step back in time and explore the darkest corners of the past with Most Notorious! A True Crime History Podcast. This isn't just another crime show; it's a deep dive into the historical context that shaped infamous acts and the figures behind them. From the ruthless gangsters of the Prohibition era to the chilling methods of Victorian-era murderers, each episode unpacks a story rooted in its specific moment in history. Host Erik Rivenes acts as your guide, conducting thoughtful interviews with authors and historians who have dedicated years to researching their subjects. These conversations move beyond sensational headlines to deliver nuanced narratives filled with detail and scholarly accuracy. You'll hear about forgotten tragedies, legendary outlaws, and societal disasters, all presented with a focus on understanding the why and how within the framework of the past. Tune in for a compelling blend of education and narrative, where every story is a piece of historical truth, often more fascinating and complex than fiction. This podcast from Blue Ewe Media connects the dots between crime and history, offering a rich, thoroughly researched listening experience for anyone curious about the shadows cast across different centuries.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Most Notorious! A True Crime History Podcast
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Duration: 36:31
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410: The 1856 Dublin Railway Murder w/ Thomas Morris [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:12
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MoNo Encore: The Car Barn Murders w/ Karen Smith [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:08
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409:  The Scientist & the Serial Killer w/ Lise Olsen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:46
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408:  The Murder of Cecelia Gullivan w/ Jeffrey L. Amestoy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:33
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407:  The Thames Torso Murders w/ Sarah Bax Horton [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:24
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406:  The Murder of Jujube Heiress Ruth Quinn w/ Taylor Kiland [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:10
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MoNo Encore: The Murder of Dr. W.D. Broadhurst w/ Patrick Gallagher [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:56
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405:  A History of Eugenics in America w/ Mark A. Torres [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:20
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404:  Gunfighter Clay Allison w/ Donna Blake Birchell [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:47
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