EPISODE · Jun 27, 2024 · 1H 45M
Episode 41: Episode #41: Unmasking Jack the Ripper - The Curious Case of Francis Thompson
from WakingWorld · host WakingWorld
Join WakingWorld as they delve into one of the most infamous unsolved mysteries in history: the identity of Jack the Ripper. Today's guest, Richard Patterson, presents his compelling case for poet Francis Thompson as the notorious killer. Patterson, author of "Jack the Ripper: The Works of Francis Thompson," shares his meticulous research, exploring Thompson's life, his medical knowledge, and the dark, violent themes in his writings that align with the Ripper's modus operandi. Join us as we examine this controversial and intriguing theory that challenges conventional views on the Ripper's identity.
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Join WakingWorld as they delve into one of the most infamous unsolved mysteries in history: the identity of Jack the Ripper. Today's guest, Richard Patterson, presents his compelling case for poet Francis Thompson as the notorious killer. Patterson, author of "Jack the Ripper: The Works of Francis Thompson," shares his meticulous research, exploring Thompson's life, his medical knowledge, and the dark, violent themes in his writings that align with the Ripper's modus operandi. Join us as we examine this controversial and intriguing theory that challenges conventional views on the Ripper's identity.
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Episode 41: Episode #41: Unmasking Jack the Ripper - The Curious Case of Francis Thompson
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