EPISODE · Sep 15, 2025 · 1H 1M
The Fred West Tapes: with special guest Howard Sounes
from True Criminals · host Audio Bleach Global
This week on True Criminals, we’re joined once again by long-time friend of the show, bestselling author and true crime expert Howard Sounes, as he explores the infamous murders committed by Fred and Rose West. Howard, who broke major stories on the investigation and coined the term House of Horrors, talks about the hit Netflix documentary Fred & Rose West: A British Horror Story and his chilling new book, The Fred West Tapes: Secrets of the Fred & Rose West Murder Investigation. Nearly thirty years after Fred West’s death and Rose West’s conviction, their shocking crimes continue to fascinate true crime fans worldwide. In this episode, Howard reveals never-before-heard testimony, new evidence from police interviews, and insights into the twisted minds of serial killers Fred and Rose West. From the burial site at 25 Cromwell Street to the devastating impact on the victims’ families, this conversation explores one of the most infamous cases in British true crime history. If you’re a true crime fan interested in Fred West, Rose West, and real-life serial killer investigations, this episode is a must-listen. Howards book: The Fred West Tapes: Secrets of the Fred & Rose West Murder Investigation Available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fred-West-Tapes-Investigation-chilling/dp/1789468612 If you'd like to listen to this episode ad-free, along with our entire back catalogue, which includes a True Criminals coffee mug, please visit our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/truecriminals As an independent podcast, we rely on listener support. If you’d like to help, you can donate via our PayPal link: PayPal ................................................. Shop Air Up here: Treat yourself or someone special to a refreshing twist with Air Up! Enjoy 10% off your order using the code TRUECRIMINALS at airup.link/truecriminals. Explore all their delicious flavours today. Follow us: Instagram: @true.criminals Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@True-Criminals Connect with Martin Brunt: Twitter: @skymartinbrunt Discover more about Martin’s career and the cases he’s covered by reading his book: No One Got Cracked Over the Head for No Reason: Dispatches from a Crime Reporter. Read Here: https://amzn.eu/d/g1WisSY Connect with Helen Fospero: Instagram: @helenfospero Check out Helen’s podcast, The Convex Conversation: Listen Here. https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-convex-conversation/id1510209575 Credits: True Criminals is produced by Audio Bleach Global. Visit www.audiobleachglobal.com/truecriminals for more information. Executive Producer: Lee Mann Producer: Russell Barnes Audio Production: Andrew Chappell Music Composition: Chap Mannequin Artwork: Bleached Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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This week on True Criminals, we’re joined once again by long-time friend of the show, bestselling author and true crime expert Howard Sounes, as he explores the infamous murders committed by Fred and Rose West. Howard, who broke major stories on the investigation and coined the term House of Horrors, talks about the hit Netflix documentary Fred & Rose West: A British Horror Story and his chilling new book, The Fred West Tapes: Secrets of the Fred & Rose West Murder Investigation. Nearly thirty years after Fred West’s death and Rose West’s conviction, their shocking crimes continue to fascinate true crime fans worldwide. In this episode, Howard reveals never-before-heard testimony, new evidence from police interviews, and insights into the twisted minds of serial killers Fred and Rose West. From the burial site at 25 Cromwell Street to the devastating impact on the victims’ families, this conversation explores one of the most infamous cases in British true crime history. If you’re a true crime fan interested in Fred West, Rose West, and real-life serial killer investigations, this episode is a must-listen. Howards book: The Fred West Tapes: Secrets of the Fred & Rose West Murder Investigation Available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fred-West-Tapes-Investigation-chilling/dp/1789468612 If you'd like to listen to this episode ad-free, along with our entire back catalogue, which includes a True Criminals coffee mug, please visit our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/truecriminals As an independent podcast, we rely on listener support. If you’d like to help, you can donate via our PayPal link: PayPal ................................................. Shop Air Up here: Treat yourself or someone special to a refreshing twist with Air Up! Enjoy 10% off your order using the code TRUECRIMINALS at airup.link/truecriminals. Explore all their delicious flavours today. Follow us: Instagram: @true.criminals Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@True-Criminals Connect with Martin Brunt: Twitter: @skymartinbrunt Discover more about Martin’s career and the cases he’s covered by reading his book: No One Got Cracked Over the Head for No Reason: Dispatches from a Crime Reporter. Read Here: https://amzn.eu/d/g1WisSY Connect with Helen Fospero: Instagram: @helenfospero Check out Helen’s podcast, The Convex Conversation: Listen Here. https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-convex-conversation/id1510209575 Credits: True Criminals is produced by Audio Bleach Global. Visit www.audiobleachglobal.com/truecriminals for more information. Executive Producer: Lee Mann Producer: Russell Barnes Audio Production: Andrew Chappell Music Composition: Chap Mannequin Artwork: Bleached Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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