EPISODE · Oct 25, 2021 · 36 MIN
30 - Burke & Hare - Bodysnatchers
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William Burke and William Hare have gone down in history as Scotland's most notorious bodysnatchers, however the true tale is far more gruesome. These Victorian villains were not graverobbers, oh no, these 19th Century fiends were in fact, serial killing in the name of science! (and of course, sweet sweet cash) orld Pageant is a historic event that you've probably never heard of. On November 20th 1970, worlds collided with rigging accusations, bombs, thinly-veiled racism and the second wave of feminism, all topped off with a sparkly tiara. Hosted by Katie Charlwood Tell me where to go on tour! Listen to Day & Nightshade Donate at: Patreon Tip Jar Beacons (at the bottom of the page) Follow me on… Instagram TikTok Facebook Bluesky Fan Mail: Katie Charlwood C/O The Postal Store Unit 11A Forte Retail Park Letterkenny Co. Donegal Ireland F92 DY22 Business Enquiries: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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William Burke and William Hare have gone down in history as Scotland's most notorious bodysnatchers, however the true tale is far more gruesome. These Victorian villains were not graverobbers, oh no, these 19th Century fiends were in fact, serial...
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