The Monday Night Revue
True crime, weird stories, unexplainable happenings - we cover it all here on Monday nightsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-monday-night-revue--4921180/support.
Episodes
The Torrey Pine Beach Murders
Two women are murdered on the same beach, 6 years apart. Their injuries are almost identical and in basically the same spot but is the same man responsible?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-monday-nigh…
Vesna Vulovic: The Woman who feel from the Sky
In 1972, a plane exploded mid-air over Czechoslovakia, breaking apart at 33,000 feet. All 27 people on board were killed - except one. That one was Vesna Vulović, a 22-year-old Yugoslav flight attendant, who somehow survived the fall withou…
25 Cromwell Street (Part 2)
We're back to 25 Cromwell Street home of the notorious Fred and Rose West for the final part on what was dubbed by the British media 'the house of horrors'.Don't miss an episode - follow, comment, like, and share! Connect with us on social …
25 Cromwell Street (Part 1)
I would say that there are 2 maybe 3 cases in modern UK true crime that are household names even to this day both of which I vowed I would never cover on this podcast. And yet here we are, in Gloucester in 1994 at the home of Fred and Rose …
Neville Heath, the Ladykiller
He wore a military uniform, spoke with charm, and seemed every bit the dashing war hero. But Neville George Clevely Heath was hiding something - something far more sinister. In this episode, I unravel the early life of one of Britain’s most…
Robert Johnson (27 Club)
Robert Johnson’s entire recording career lasted just seven months. He left behind only 29 songs and two photographs - yet his influence runs through everything from Delta blues to The Rolling Stones, Zeppelin, Dylan, and Clapton.This episo…
Monsters of the Air (PG)
Once again my eldest child shows me how it's done and this time he's telling us all about monsters from the air. Something I didn't really think about until now - a bird that can carry off an elephant! No thanksIntroducing our PG Episodes: …
C is for Cyanide
It’s fast. It’s brutal. And it’s been used in some of the most infamous crimes in history. In this episode, we examine the terrifying power of cyanide - from elegant murder plots to cult suicides and Cold War spycraft. Why has this particul…
The Atlanta Ripper (A-Z of US States - Georgia)
Between 1911 and 1912, more than a dozen women were murdered on the streets of Atlanta.All were young, all were Black, and all were killed in a disturbingly similar fashion. Throats slashed, bodies left close to home, personal items untouch…
Body on the Beach
On the 4th of December 2005 the body of Swedish national Annie Börjesson is found on the beach at Prestwick in Scotland. Annie had been living in Edinburgh and was due to fly home from Prestwick airport but something went very wrongDon't mi…
Cabin 28
The Keddie Cabin Murders is a case i'd heard of but always assumed it was holiday-makers caught out by some random attacker. The truth, and the fact that this is an unsolved case, is much more sinsiter. Don't miss an episode—follow, comment…
The Fake Houses of Bayswater (A-Z of London Tubes - Bayswater)
We're back on the tube and this time we are off to Baywater where things are not always as they seem Don't miss an episode—follow, comment, like, and share!Connect with us on social media @‌themondaynightrevue or email at themondaynightrevu…
The Tsavo Man Eaters
In 1896, construction began on the Uganda Railway starting from Mombasa and cutting west through dense bush, rocky escarpments, swamps, and unfamiliar terrain to the shores of Lake Victoria. The work was gruelling and the men suffered from …
The Red Barn Murder
A true classic in UK true crime, this dreadful murder spawned poems, plays, ballards and penny dreadfuls. Don't miss an episode—follow, comment, like, and share!Connect with us on social media @‌themondaynightrevue or email at themondaynigh…
The actress, her daughter and the gangster
In 1958 Lana Turner was one of the biggest names in Hollywood but her personal life was like something straight off a film set. Though she married 8 times she would have only one child, a daughter she was incredibly close to and who would e…
B is for Belladonna
In this episode, I look at the origins of Atropa belladonna—a plant whose name combines myth, beauty, and lethal intent. I then examine how its deadly properties were used in two real crimes: the 1977 poisoning committed by Roland Roussel, …
The Kings Cross Fire
There are certain incidents that stay in the collective conscience and the Kings Cross Fire is one of them. Today I am lucky enough to be joined by my friend and Fire Investigator and forensics badass Matt Oakley who is going to talk us thr…
Bogeymen
We're back with Ned and this time we are talking about Bogemen, his personal horror! Introducing our PG Episodes: Co-created with my 12-year-old son, these episodes delve into weird, interesting, and occasionally slightly gruesome topics, i…
The Konkatsu Killer
Marriage hunting, or konkatsu, is meant to bring love and commitment. But for Kanae Kijima’s victims, it led to deception, financial ruin, and ultimately, death. Dubbed The Konkatsu Killer, she lured men through dating services, drained the…
Frances Glessner Lee & her Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death (Women in Crime)
In this episode, I explore the life and legacy of Frances Glessner Lee, a true crime pioneer often called the 'mother of forensic science'. Her meticulously crafted Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death—intricate dollhouse-sized crime scene…
Natascha Kampusch, 3096 days
In this exclusive Patreon episode, we delve into the harrowing story of Natascha Kampusch, an Austrian woman who was abducted at the age of 10 and held captive for over eight years. On 2nd March 1998, while walking to school in Vienna, Nata…
The Incredible Survival of Mary Vincent
This is an incredible tale of survival and strength, one that will stay with you. A 15 year old girl has run away from Nevada to California to escape her parents messy divorce. Now hitchiking her way home she gets in the wrong car, with the…
What Happened to Lindsay Jo Rimer?
In this episode we explore the tragic and unsolved case of Lindsay Jo Rimer, a 13-year-old girl from Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, who disappeared in 1994. Her body was discovered five months later in the Rochdale Canal, and despite extens…
Monsters - Part 1 Sea Monsters (PG)
Ned is back! Dive into the depths of the ocean with us in this special PG episode where we explore legendary sea creatures, from the elusive Kraken to the frankly horrifying Ushi-Oni, blending captivating storytelling with intriguing facts.…
A is for Arsenic
A is for Arsenic: The Deadly Poison That Shaped HistoryArsenic—the poison of kings, the silent killer, and the key ingredient in some of history’s most chilling murders. From notorious serial killers to accidental poisonings, this episode e…
Who Murdered Betty Shanks?
A young woman is murdered on her way home. In a quiet neighbourhood with no obvious suspects. But then a woman comes forward convinced her father is guilty and the evidence seems to mount up, so how does the murder of Betty Shanks remain Qu…
Bloody Mary (Urban Legend)
We haven't done a dive into an Urban Legend for some time so we're back with Bloody Mary. Is she real, or just a shadowy figure born from our darkest fears? In this spine-chilling episode, we dive deep into the urban legend of Bloody Mary, …
Conwy Castle
Joined by my sister we record this in our hotel room at The Castle Hotel in Conwy where we talk about the history of this magnificent castle and the spooky things that are supposed to reside there. Sorry about the shonky sound, my lapel mic…
The Hawkhurst Gang
Step into the shadowy world of the Hawkhurst Gang, one of the most notorious criminal organisations in 18th-century England.In this episode, we delve into the gang’s dark history—their rise to power, ruthless smuggling operations across Ken…
The Vanishing of Ambrose Small
On the 2nd of December 1919, Canadian theatre magnate Ambrose Small vanished without a trace, leaving behind a fortune, a web of suspicion, and one of Canada's most perplexing unsolved mysteries.Just a day earlier, Small had finalised the s…
The Stratford Knockings
Step into the mysterious and unsettling world of The Stratford Knockings, one of America’s most infamous hauntings. In this episode, we uncover the chilling events that plagued Reverend Eliakim Phelps and his family in 1850. From objects mo…
The Burial of Michaelina Lewandowska
In this episode, I cover the terrifying true story of Michaelina Lewandowska, a young woman who survived being buried alive by her fiancé. What began as a betrayal of trust turned into a fight for survival, showcasing Michaelina’s extraordi…
Mercy Dogs
In this episode, we uncover the remarkable yet haunting story of Mercy Dogs—the unsung canine heroes who braved the horrors of war to save lives. From their origins in World War I to the gruelling training that prepared them for the chaos o…
What Happened to Joyce Carol Vincent
In this haunting episode, I explore the tragic mystery of Joyce Carol Vincent—a young woman found in her London flat, years after her death, with the TV still playing. How could someone disappear so completely in a city teeming with life? J…
The Gatton Murders
The Gatton Murders – Australia’s Most Baffling Unsolved CrimeIn this episode, we dive into the chilling tale of the infamous Gatton Murders, a case that has haunted Australia for over a century. On a summer evening in December 1898, three m…
Hyatt Regency Walkway Collapse
In this episode, I explore the tragic events of the 1981 Hyatt Regency Walkway collapse in Kansas City. What started as a celebration turned into a nightmare, as two elevated walkways gave way, killing 114 people and injuring hundreds more.…
The Murder of Linda Peacock: The First Forensic Dentistry Conviction
In 1967, the quiet town of Biggar, Scotland, was rocked by the brutal murder of 15-year-old Linda Peacock. Her tragic death shocked the local community, but the case would go down in history for a different reason: it marked the first UK co…
Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman
In this episode, we explore the heartbreaking and infamous murders of Ron Goldman and Nicole Brown Simpson, a case that shocked the world in 1994.Joind by my friend Alison to help me keep on the timeline, we delve into the events leading up…
The Podmore Case
In this episode,I delve into the dark and compelling story of the Podmore Case—a crime that captivated the British public in the late 1920s. William Podmore, a man haunted by personal and financial struggles, was convicted of brutally murde…
Shergar
In this episode of The Monday Night Revue, I delve into the mysterious disappearance of Shergar, one of the most legendary racehorses in history. From his stunning victories on the track to his tragic abduction in 1983, we'll explore the de…