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Seeing Red A True Crime Podcast

Hosted by Mark and Bethan, Seeing Red delivers intriguing, terrifying and dumbfounding True Crime stories each and every week. Check out our bonus content at http://www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast
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The Stardust Place Fire RE-RELEASE - Part 1

Over the years we have covered numerous cases which have prompted people to get in touch with us. This is probably the most emailed about case we have covered on Seeing Red. We recently received a lovely email that was very personal and very emotional to read and in this the author suggested we re-release these episodes as currently the inquest is ongoing. We agreed and would love for you to either hear these episodes again or if you missed them the first time round, to listen now. These re-rele...

Nov 04, 202337 min

S10 Ep8: A Tale of Abuse

In May 2020, Eleanor Williams, a 20-year-old woman from Barrow-in-Furness, started typing out a lengthy post on Facebook. In it, she described how she had been trafficked, gang raped and beaten black and blue by 'evil, yet clever men'. Eleanor was desperate. Desperate to be heard and desperate for the authorities to rescue her. But there was a shocking twist in this story that very few saw coming... Join us as we pick apart this truly fascinating case. Episode written by Eliott Caddy. Show Spons...

Nov 01, 20231 hr 2 minSeason 10Ep. 8

S10 Ep7: Double Jeopardy

This week we head back to 2005, a seminal moment in UK true crime history, as we cover two brutal murders that would finally see justice prevail. Show Sponsor: Beautiful Jewellery Company - www.beautifuljewellerycompany.co.uk - Use code Red10 for 10% off! If you would like to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast If you would like to buy us a coffee, hit the link below: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seeingredtw Get your merch here: www.seeingredpodcast.co.u...

Oct 25, 202350 minSeason 10Ep. 7

S10 Ep6: Benjamin Geen: Killer Nurse

This week we head back to the early Noughties and to the historic English county of Oxfordshire, as we take a deep dive into the crimes committed by Benjamin Geen, a young nurse who stalked the wards of Horton General Hospital, leaving a trail of murder and mayhem in his wake. Episode written by Eliott Caddy. Show Sponsor: Shopify - www.shopify.co.uk/seeingred If you would like to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast If you would like to buy us a coffee, ...

Oct 18, 20231 hr 16 minSeason 10Ep. 6

S10 Ep5: The Mysterious Disappearance of Tina Bell

On 2 June 1989 18-year-old Tina Bell vanished into thin air. Her mysterious disappearance confounded not only her loved ones, but also the community of Billingham, the town in which she lived. Just what happened to Tina? Join us as we attempt to answer that question. Listen to The Storyteller: Naked Villainy here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-storyteller-naked-villainy/id1482159580 Show Sponsor: BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/red and get on your way to bein...

Oct 11, 202351 minSeason 10Ep. 5

S10 Ep4: Little Boy Lost

This week we head to London, and to 1981, as we explore the mysterious disappearance of 8-year-old Vishal Mehrotra. On 29 July in 1981, as the world waited in anticipation for the fairy-tale wedding of Lady Diana Spencer and Prince Charles, the Mehrotra family made their way into central London to join in with the celebrations. Dad Vishambar worked in a tall office building in the City and knew this would be a great vantage point from which to watch the royal procession. Daughter Mamta, son Vish...

Oct 04, 202356 minSeason 10Ep. 4

S10 Ep3: Seeing Red X Picture The Scene

This week we have something a little different for you - we are joined by Andy and Rachel from Picture The Scene Podcast as Bethan regales us with a number of different cases linked by a common theme. You can listen to Picture The Scene here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/picture-the-scene-a-true-crime-podcast/id1584862545 Show Sponsor: BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/red and get on your way to being your best self. If you would like to support us on Patreon, you...

Sep 27, 202353 minSeason 10Ep. 3

S10 Ep2: The Jussie Smollett Hate Crime Hoax

This week we head across the Atlantic to Chicago, as we explore the Jussie Smollett Hate Crime Hoax of 2019. In early 2019, Jussie Smollett was half way through filming the fifth season of the hit show Empire when he was savagely assaulted in a racist and homophobic attack while walking home from Subway in the early hours of the morning. What followed led to widespread condemnation and important debate at what was a politically sensitive time for the USA. But the condemnation and debate was base...

Sep 20, 20231 hr 18 minSeason 10Ep. 2

S10 Ep1: The Torture and Murder of Jamie Dack

It's great to be back and it's great to have you back with us. Thanks for your continued support. Our season 10 opener sees us head back to 2012 and to the port city of Southampton, as we dive head first into the mob killing of 22-year-old Jamie Dack. Jamie had recently gone through a relationship break up, something many of us can empathise with. He was vulnerable and in need of support, and he thought he had found that support in the shape of four friends... But, unbeknown to Jamie, they had f...

Sep 13, 20231 hr 9 minSeason 10Ep. 1

Case Reopened: A Fatal Plan

We're on our end of season 9 break right now, back with our season 10 premier on 13 September. To fill the gap, we've delved into our archives to bring you an episode that has resonated with us for one reason or another. This week it's Bethan's turn. Before she plays the episode, she talks you through why she's dug this particular episode out and why she was inspired to cover it. And be warned! It's one of our earlier episodes - it's no very polished! ORIGINAL SYNOPSIS: Join us this week as Beth...

Sep 06, 202343 min

Case Reopened: The Assassination of Kim Jong-nam

We're on our end of season 9 break right now, back with our season 10 premier on 13 September. To fill the gap, we've delved into our archives to bring you an episode that has resonated with us for one reason or another. This week it's Mark's turn. Before he plays the episode, he talks you through why he's dug this particular episode out and why he was inspired to cover it. ORIGINAL SYNOPSIS: This week, we take a deep dive into the life and death of Kim Jong-nam, the brother of North Korean dict...

Aug 30, 20231 hr 5 min

S9 Ep25: Unsolved: The Violent Murder of Barry Rubery

This week, in our season 9 finale, we head to the glorious English county of Somerset as we delve into the 2010 unsolved murder of 68-year-old grandfather Barry Rubery. If you would like to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast If you would like to buy us a coffee, hit the link below: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seeingredtw Episode written by Elliot Caddy. Theme music arranged and composed by Holly-Jane Shears - check out her work at www.soundcloud.com/De...

Aug 23, 20231 hr 5 minSeason 9Ep. 25

S9 Ep23: Jodi Jones - PART TWO

In part two we expand on the case in greater detail and share our own thoughts... Show Sponsor: Shopify - www.shopify.co.uk/seeingred If you would like to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast If you would like to buy us a coffee, hit the link below: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seeingredtw Episode written by Elliot Caddy. Theme music arranged and composed by Holly-Jane Shears - check out her work at www.soundcloud.com/DeadDogInBlackBag Learn more about yo...

Aug 16, 202354 minSeason 9Ep. 23

S9 Ep22: Jodi Jones

This week we revisit a case we first covered in season one, that of the murder of 14-year-old Jodi Jones. This is part one, which sees us go over the events leading to Jodi's murder. Part two is also out now and sees us expand on the case in more detail... It's a case that prompted huge debate amongst our listeners and if we are honest, since we originally covered it (nearly five years ago), we have learnt so much and we hope this is a more balanced outlook. Show Sponsor: Shopify - www.shopify.c...

Aug 16, 202346 minSeason 9Ep. 22

S9 Ep21: A Wicked, Wicked Man

This week we head east, to Iraq, as we dive head-first into the life and crimes of Uday Hussein, son of Satan, son of Saddam. Show Sponsor: BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/red and get on your way to being your best self. If you would like to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast If you would like to buy us a coffee, hit the link below: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seeingredtw Episode written by Elliot Caddy. Theme music arranged an...

Aug 08, 20231 hr 10 minSeason 9Ep. 21

S9 Ep20: The Abduction and Murder of Libby Squire

According to those who knew her best, 21-year-old university student Libby Squire was the happiest she had ever been in the winter of 2019. Renowned for her strong work ethic, Libby had been doing well in her studies and had an active social life with lots of friends. She had a lot to live for. That's why, when she disappeared without a trace after a night out, her family and friends knew instantly that something was very wrong... Join us as we tell Libby's story. Support two of our listeners' b...

Aug 01, 202343 minSeason 9Ep. 20

S9 Ep19: The Mystery of Karina Holmer

This week, we’re taking you to the East coast of North America to dive headlong into a shocking unsolved murder from 1996. Show Sponsor: BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/red and get on your way to being your best self. If you would like to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast If you would like to buy us a coffee, hit the link below: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seeingredtw Theme music arranged and composed by Holly-Jane Shears - ch...

Jul 25, 202340 minSeason 9Ep. 19

S9 Ep18: Gross Negligence

This week we take a look at the tragic life of 16-year-old Kaylea Titford. Kaylea was born with spina bifida and all of the normal things that children often take for granted, such as running around and playing football, were impossible for her. But she was feisty and fiercely independent - determined to make the most of her time on this earth. But that time would be brief. Not because of her condition, but because of her parents' brutal neglect of her. Kaylea was fed a diet of junk food and by ...

Jul 18, 20231 hrSeason 9Ep. 18

S9: The Long Island Serial Killer - revisited.

Hi guys, this is your chance to re-listen to Season 7 Episode 7, following the recent arrest, with an introduction by Bethan. I'm sure I will cover the updates once we have the trial and conviction! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 17, 202344 min

S9 Ep17: The Barefoot Bandit

This week Bethan regales us with a number of tales of murder and mayhem which are linked by a common theme. Featured Podcast: Picture The Scene -A True Crime Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/picture-the-scene-a-true-crime-podcast/id1584862545 Show Sponsor: BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/red and get on your way to being your best self. If you would like to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast If you would like to buy...

Jul 11, 202352 minSeason 9Ep. 17

S9 Ep16: Chaos in the Skies: The Tragic Deaths of David Ibbotson and Emiliano Sala

This week, we go back to January 2019, as we explore the circumstances surrounding a fatal plane crash, which killed 59-year-old pilot David Ibbotson, and 28-year-old professional footballer Emiliano Sala. Just what caused the light aircraft in which they were travelling to fall out of the sky as they careered across the English Channel? Join us as we delve into this tragic case. If you would like to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast If you would like ...

Jul 04, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 9Ep. 16

S9 Ep15: A Truly Shocking Murder

This time on Seeing Red we head north to Scotland, or more precisely, to The Orkney Isles. The Orkney Isles are a group of seventy small islands off the north coast of Scotland. The largest of the islands is called Mainland and it is widely considered to be one of the most peaceful and idyllic places on Earth. But this hasn't always been the case. On 2 June 1994, a man walked into an Indian restaurant on the island and shot a waiter in the head at point-blank range... This was a crime that not o...

Jun 27, 20231 hr 16 minSeason 9Ep. 15

S9 Ep14: The Murder of 14-year-old Anastasia Kriegel

This week's episode begins in 2006, in Novokuznetsk – a large industrial city situated in south-western Siberia, Russia. Irish couple Geraldine and Patric Kriegel weren't planning on adopting a child when they visited an orphanage in the Russian city, but when they set eyes on two-year-old Anastasia, their hearts melted and they knew they had to rescue her. Binging her home with them to Lucan, a small town on the outskirts of Dublin, Anastasia was set for a life of privilege... But very sadly, f...

Jun 20, 202354 minSeason 9Ep. 14

S9 Ep13: The Sinking of RMS Titanic

Yes, you did read that right! This week, in a slight departure for us, Bethan goes rogue and regales us with the devastating story of the sinking of the Titanic. Join us as we head back to that fateful night, and also as we debate the various conspiracy theories surrounding this tragic tale. Normal business will resume next week! If you would like to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast If you would like to buy us a coffee, hit the link below: https://www...

Jun 14, 20231 hr 13 minSeason 9Ep. 13

S9 Ep12: Robert Black: Depraved Child Sex Murderer

This week's episode takes us to Scotland and London, as we explore the life and crimes of sadistic child murderer Robert Black. This episode has been written by long-time listener of the show and Patreon supporter, Chloe Walker - thank you Chloe! Show Sponsor: BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/red and get on your way to being your best self. If you would like to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast If you would like to buy us a coff...

Jun 06, 20231 hr 7 minSeason 9Ep. 12

S9 Ep11: The D.C. Sniper Attacks - Part 2

This week we head back across the pond as we wrap this case up... Episode written by Elliot Caddy Show Sponsor: BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/red and get on your way to being your best self. If you would like to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast If you would like to buy us a coffee, hit the link below: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seeingredtw Theme music arranged and composed by Holly-Jane Shears - check out her work at www.s...

May 16, 202352 minSeason 9Ep. 11

S9 Ep10: The D.C. Sniper Attacks

This week we head across the pond as we explore the deadly events of October 2002, which saw multiple random shootings in and around America's capital city of Washington D.C. Episode written by Elliot Caddy Show Sponsor: BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/red and get on your way to being your best self. If you would like to support us on Patreon, you can find us here: www.patreon.com/seeingredpodcast If you would like to buy us a coffee, hit the link below: https://www.buym...

May 09, 202352 minSeason 9Ep. 10

COMPETITION TIME!

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May 08, 20235 min

S9 Ep9: Armin Meiwes and Bernd Brandes - A Grotesque Case of Cannibalism

When Armin Meiwes placed a wanted ad on the internet looking for a man whose 'horny flesh' he could devour, he got more than he bargained for... Bernd Brandes had always fantasised about having his ding-dong bitten off and when he saw Meiwes' ad, he was all over it... Together, these two men were about to make their dreams come true - with devastating consequences... Show Sponsor: BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/red and get on your way to being your best self. If you wou...

May 02, 20231 hr 7 minSeason 9Ep. 9

S9 Ep8: Richard and Sheree Spencer

This week, we dive head first into the violent marriage of Richard and Sheree Spencer. Sheree Spencer's campaign of terror against her husband went unabated for two long decades. One particularly vile incident saw Sheree defecate on the floor before forcing Richard to clean up her mess. She took domestic violence to new levels and on the outside, no one knew... She masqueraded as a respectable businesswoman - a woman who boasted about her close links to former Prime Minister Boris Johnson. But b...

Apr 25, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 9Ep. 8
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