The famous countess may not have bathed in blood, but she spilled more than her fair share for fun. A Star is in order here

It&apos;s the queen of serial killers, the Bloody Countess, the Tiger of Csejthe - it&apos;s Elizabeth Bathory herself! Nick tells the tale of this infamous murderer whose crimes have become legend. Be warned - this one is not for the faint hearted... What inspired Elizabeth&apos;s blood lust? Are the tales about her true? And how big were her cleaning bills? This week&apos;s secret ingredient is...a star. Download, shudder and share!

Ep 63 - Elizabeth Bathory & Her Blood-Soaked Palace

Do you know the story behind one of the most famous addresses in London? You'll need more than a Lemonade No 10 for this one!

Ep 115 is loose - and it's a big one! It's time to visit 10 Rillington Place where some terrible crimes were committed.Who was John Christie and his neighbour Timothy Evans? What was hidden in the pantry? And what the hell was going?!This is a great one for discussion, but mix a stiff drink as it's not pretty!The secret ingredient is...the Number 10! Join us on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> to get extra episodes every week, and come and follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thepoisonerscabinet/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/thepoisonerscab" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThePoisonersCabinet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.And remember to vote for Real Life Ghost Stories in the British Podcast Awards!

Ep 115 - Welcome to 10 Rillington Place

When a Lord is found slain in his bed, there can be only thing to blame - literature! Send out for come Courvoisier

A member of London's high society has been murdered! But is the murder scene really all the it seems?Who was Lord Russell and who would want him dead? Are books a bad influence? And what witchcraft did Nick use in this week's cocktail?The secret ingredient is...cognac!Join us on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> to get extra episodes every week, and come and follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thepoisonerscabinet/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/thepoisonerscab" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThePoisonersCabinet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a>

Ep 114 - Lord Russell & The Newgate Novels

Lonely farmer John Lott wanted wife for company - but he didn't bargain on her smuggler lover joining them. Milk Bumbos at the ready!

We have a classic cocktail of poison, burnings and Kentish history this week as we tell the tragic tale of John Lott, a lonely farmer whose marriage proved fatal.Was Susannah Lott a calculating killer or a naive victim? Should you ever have guests over on your wedding night? And where do pirates get their milk? The secret ingredient is...nutmeg!Join us on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> to get extra episodes every week, and come and follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thepoisonerscabinet/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/thepoisonerscab" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThePoisonersCabinet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a>

Ep 113 - Susannah Lott & The Poisoned Bumbo

Two actors, both alike in dignity. Except one was mad. The Opening Act might just kill you!

Murder at the theatre! Expect drama by the bucket load as we tell the tale of William 'Breezy Bill' Terriss and his rival Richard 'Mad Archer' Prince...Why would anyone want William Terriss dead? What is the ultimate price of fame? And who knew that Nick once saw a ghost in a theatre?The secret ingredient is...DRAMA.Join us on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> to get extra episodes every week, and come and follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thepoisonerscabinet/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/thepoisonerscab" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThePoisonersCabinet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Sources this week include The Invention of Murder by Judith Flanders.

Ep 112 - The Dramatics of Mad Archer & Breezy Bill

A jealous doctor, a missing wife and a lot of confusion about blood. You'll need a Peach Tea for this!

Ep 111 is loose! We're in Lancaster to tell the tale of deadly doctor, Buck Ruxton also (briefly) known as The Jigsaw Killer....What drove this beloved local doctor to kill? Why did he keep showing up at the police station? And had his defence team ever seen a woman?The secret ingredient is.... peaches!Join us on <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patreon</a> to get extra episodes every week, and come and follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thepoisonerscabinet/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/thepoisonerscab" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThePoisonersCabinet" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a>

Ep 111 - Buck Ruxton & The Jigsaw 

We&apos;re off to Malaysia this week for modern case of witchcraft, music and murder with the tale of Mona Fandey What was hidden in Mona shack in the jungle? What did a hat and cane have to offer a prominent politician? And should you ever sing in court? The secret ingredient is...a fancy hat! Join us on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet'>Patreon</a> to get extra episodes every week, and come and follow us on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/thepoisonerscabinet/'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/thepoisonerscab'>Twitter</a> and <a href='https://www.facebook.com/ThePoisonersCabinet'>Facebook</a>

Ep 110 - Mona Fandey & The Magic Hat

It&apos;s time to prove once and for all that doctors really are the greatest poison of them all with the tale of poor Jane Wooler. Who was poisoning this simple lady? Why didn&apos;t her team of doctors save her? And where&apos;s the weirdest place you&apos;ve been poisoned? The secret ingredient is...bees! Join us on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet'>Patreon</a> to get extra episodes every week, and come and follow us on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/thepoisonerscabinet/'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/thepoisonerscab'>Twitter</a> and <a href='https://www.facebook.com/ThePoisonersCabinet'>Facebook</a>. And check out Linda Stratmann&apos;s books for more great stories!

Ep 109 - The Woolers & The Evil Enemas

We&apos;re jumping into the 20th century with the tale of notorious serial killer, Charles Sobhraj aka The Serpent. What started Charles on his life of crime? What drove him to murder so many people on their route to enlightenment? And how much death would you tolerate in a tourism campaign? The secret ingredient is...a snake! Join us on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet'>Patreon</a> to get extra episodes every week, and come and follow us on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/thepoisonerscabinet/'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/thepoisonerscab'>Twitter</a> and <a href='https://www.facebook.com/ThePoisonersCabinet'>Facebook</a>

Ep 108 - Charles Sobhraj, The Serpent

This week we&apos;re in Kent for a full on tale of family drink, drugs and drama with the Lyddons. What happened to Dr William Lyddon? How do you like your chicken served? And will YOU go to Herne Bay? The secret ingredient is...a bunch of keys! Join us on <a href='https://www.patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet'>Patreon</a> to get extra episodes every week, and come and follow us on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/thepoisonerscabinet/'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://twitter.com/thepoisonerscab'>Twitter</a> and <a href='https://www.facebook.com/ThePoisonersCabinet'>Facebook</a> This week&apos;s promo is from The Ghost Gig. Sources include Murder by Gaslight by Leonard Piper and Kent Murders by Linda Stratmann. The image is of modern day West Street, Faversham

Ep 107 - Dr Lyddon & His Bitter Brother

Would you like to drink cocktails and talk about poison?

Join hosts Nick and Sinead every Friday as they investigate history's most famous poisoners and macabre murderers, and create a curious cocktail inspired by the tales that they tell. Expect vicious Victorians, dark humour and risky libations. And remember, your loved ones ARE trying to kill you... Join the chilling chat on Instagram &amp; Facebook @thepoisonerscabinet, on Twitter @thepoisonerscab and find us on Patreon (patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet) for even more episodes.Written, produced and presented by Sinead Hanna and Nick Gordon

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