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 explores the dark history, shocking crimes, and surprising uses of arsenic.In this episode, we uncover:✅ The Victorian wallpaper scandal—how arsenic-laced decor poisoned homes✅ The arsenic eaters of Austria—why people willingly consumed this deadly substance✅ The Wakayama Curry Poisoning (1998)—Japan’s shocking mass murder case✅ Infamous arsenic-related deaths, including Napoleon Bonaparte, La Voisin, and the deadly Borgias✅ How arsenic went from a murder weapon to a medicine and why it’s still a danger todayPerfect for true crime fans, history lovers, and science geeks, this episode dives deep into the mysteries, murders, and myths surrounding arsenic.🎧 Listen now on Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts!🔗 Subscribe & Follow for more true crime and dark history episodes!Don't miss an episode—follow, comment, like, and share!Connect with me on social media @‌themondaynightrevue or email at themondaynightrevue@gmail.com.Explore our podcast merch: Shop HereSupport the show: Buy Me a CoffeeDiscover curated reads: BookshopFor ad-free episodes, minisodes, and exclusive perks, join us on Patreon: Support on PatreonWritten and edited by Corinna Harrod with Holly Clarke. Artwork by Jessica Holmes. Music: "The Mooche" by Duke Ellington (1928). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-monday-night-revue--4921180/support.Don't miss an episode - follow, comment, like, and share!Connect with me on social media @‌themondaynightrevue or email at themondaynightrevue@gmail.com.Explore our podcast merch: Shop HereSupport the show: Buy Me a CoffeeDiscover curated reads: BookshopFor ad-free episodes, minisodes, and exclusive perks, join us on Patreon: Support on PatreonWritten and edited by Corinna Harrod with Holly Clarke. Artwork by Jessica Holmes.Music: "The Mooche" by Duke Ellington (1928).