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In his latest book, cryptozoologist Ken Gerhard looks in to a whole series of encounters with strange creatures who seem to be able to defy gravity against all common sense.  From the legendary encounters with Mothman back in the mid 1960's, the fearsome Owlman lurking in Cornwall and Spring Heeled Jack terrorising Victorian London, these strange visitors seem to appear from nowhere and leave the witnesses traumitised.  You can find Ken's website here: His books can be found here: Thank you to Ken as always for his time and conversation.  Our Patreon is now live, if you want to support the show and get Ad-Free episodes, bonus content, early release of the regular show and monthly prizes for everyone who signs up! Join here now for the flat fee of $4 a month which is a bargain! You can also support the show by leaving a review to help spread the word. Don't forget, you can now show your support with our brand new Merchandise shop on Tee-Public! Click here for all the show merch! You can join us on Facebook and Instagram as well. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel! Email us at mysteriesandmonsters@gmail.com with any feedback, guest suggestions or if you'd like to appear.            All artwork by Dean Bestall and the show was produced by Brennan Storr of the Ghost Story Guys.  Our theme music is kindly provided by the amazing Weary Pines, you can find them here:    Intro - Zombies Ate My Shotgun       Outro - Into The Night  #KenGerhard #Mothman #PointPleasant #Cryptids #JerseyDevil #SpringheeledJack #Witches #Flying #UFOs #Cryptozoology #SamShearon #DrKarlShuker #Encounters #Owlman #JohnKeel #LakeMichiganMothman #TobiasWeyland

Part I: Step into Victorian London, 1888. In the wake of Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee, a shadow looms over Whitechapel as a series of gruesome murders unfolds. Jack the Ripper, a figure of unimaginable horror, terrifies the East End with his shocking brutality, leaving a trail of mutilated bodies that haunt us still! But who were the five tragic victims: Mary Ann "Polly" Nichols, Annie Chapman, Elizabeth Stride, Catherine Eddowes, and Mary Jane Kelly? Hailing from diverse backgrounds, their lives and stories have been largely forgotten—until now. Join Jill as she delves into the chilling murders, the ensuing terror, and the compelling narratives of the women whom history has unjustly neglected. Meet Mary Ann "Polly" Nichols and Annie Chapman in this incredible first part of the series.   ANNOUNCEMENT!   JILL WILL BE ON CREATORS ROW AT CRIMECON DENVER 2025, SEPT 5-7, 2025!  NEED TO BUY A BADGE?  USE JILL'S CODE  murdershelf  AND GET 10% OFF!  https://www.crimecon.com/CC25  SEE YOU IN DENVER MURDER BOOKIES!      BUY- THE FIVE BY HALLIE RUBENHOLD ON AMAZON!   BUY- NAMING JACK THE RIPPER BY RUSSELL EDWARDS ON AMAZON   BUY- JACK THE RIPPER AND THE CASE FOR SCOTLAND YARD'S PRIME SUSPECT BY ROBERT HOUSE Sources, photographs, recipes and drink information can be found on Jill's blog at www.murdershelfbookclub.com –June 2025. Contact:  jill@murdershelfbookclub.com, or X,  Facebook,  Instagram or YouTube.  Join Jill on PATREON for $4 and help pick our next book! Get your Murder Shelf Book Club merch!  

ONE OF THE BEST ACTION COMEDY SEQUELS OF ALL TIME?? Shanghai Knights Full Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Download the PrizePicks today at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/RE... & use code REJECTS to get $50 instantly when you play $5! Having finally seen Shanghai Noon & with Jackie Chan back in theatres with Karate Kid: Legends, Aaron & Tara REUNITE for a trip to Merry Olde England with their Shanghai Knights Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review!! Join Aaron Alexander & Roxy Striar as they return to the Wild West–meets–Victorian London antics of Shanghai Knights, where Chon Wang (Jackie Chan, Rush Hour, Drunken Master) and Roy O'Bannon (Owen Wilson, Wedding Crashers, Zoolander) continue their globe-trotting duo's misadventures. When Chon's father is murdered by anarchist Lord Edgar Lytton (Aidan Gillen, Game of Thrones, The Wire), the mismatched pair cross the ocean to chase justice—and stumble into Buckingham Palace intrigue, Jack the Ripper lore, and a horse-drawn carriage chase that has become one of the most searched-for sequences in action comedies. The film also features Fann Wong (Singaporean superstar of The Disappeared, Shanghai Dawn) as Chon Lin, Chon's resourceful sister who reluctantly joins the chaos; martial-arts legend Donnie Yen (star of Ip Man, Rogue One) as enigmatic swordsman Wu Chow, whose electrifying duel atop Big Ben delivers a knockout punch; Tom Fisher (known for Coraline, The Young Victoria) as Lord Robin Loth, Lytton's scheming servant; and a young Aaron Taylor-Johnson (breakout roles in Kick-Ass, Avengers: Age of Ultron) as a street urchin whose quick wit aids our heroes. Aaron & Roxy break down every unforgettable moment—from Chon's gravity-defying assault on Buckingham Palace spies to Roy's reluctant sword-fighting lessons, and the film's iconic Royal Guards fight atop the Tower Bridge. Don't miss their take on the frenetic dockside brawl, Chon's nail-biting balcony rescue, and the climactic showdown where past and present collide in a blaze of brass and blade. Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the latest episode of Book Worms! This week on Bookworms, we plunge into the shadowy streets of Victorian London with Deep Dark by Zohra Nabi. And to close the show, award-winning author Frann Preston-Gannon joins Bex to dive into her magical new adventure, Little Lim and the Golden Treasure. That's all on this week's episode of Fun Kids Book Worms!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 1890s, Victorian London was just getting over the terrible Jack the Ripper murders, but just a few years after the terrible crimes a new villain roamed the streets to terrorize the city's sex workers: the Lambeth Poisoner.

Happy Mother's Day to those who have humans and fur babies! Today we discussed the debut novel from Jasmine Wigham, called Cradle of Secrets, a gothic fantasy novel. Also side note, Sam's mic was acting up, so she had to use her headphones, so the audio isn't the best.  We do apologized for ranting a little bit too long... About The Novel: Jem has lied and cheated his way out of America and into the most fashionable circles of Victorian London's elite. He has almost everything he ever a beautiful, if gullible, tycoon's daughter on his arm and a patron who's willing to fund his lavish lifestyle. But none of it delivers the high he always thought it would. So when a mysterious woman called Felicity appears at a ball and asks him to demonstrate his legendary gunslinger skills, he can't resist. But Jem is about to realise the problem with inventing yourself an elaborate adventuring it doesn't hold up very long when you're confronted with real monsters risen from the grave. Narrowly escaping with his life, Jem discovers Felicity isn't all that she appears either. He tries to return to normality, but when tragedy strikes, he's forced to seek her out at her home, Grimwood Manor, where he finds her surrounded by a motley crew of friends, none of whom seem exactly . . . human. Swept up in a world of witches, werewolves, and other creatures that ought not to exist, Jem struggles to keep his dark past buried. But when a string of supernatural murders rocks the human world, he must confront his fears and join forces with his new friends to figure out who's creating monsters out of men.   Wanna Check Out Our Socials? Then You Can Check Them Out Here!

You may have missed it, but there's a new gang of train robbers in the American West — and they're suprisingly like the bandits of old. For over a decade a team comprised mostly of Mexicans from the state of Sinaloa has been jumping aboard freight cars, sometimes at 70mph, and grabbing…Nike sneakers. Yes, these enterprising thieves have got their eyes on a very particular prize: unreleased, limited-edition Nikes, mostly Air Jordans. And they're good at it. This week's show digs into the gang's MO, what can be done, and some heists of yesteryears — including Butch Cassidy, Jesse James, and a remarkable gold heist that shocked Victorian London. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the past few weeks, Matt Lewis has investigated the history behind Assassin's Creed Syndicate. In this episode, Matt joins historian and video game writer Holly Nielsen to step into the Animus and uncover how history and gaming interact. Holly speaks exclusively to Jeffrey Yohalem, Lead Writer on Assassin's Creed Syndicate, about how the developers met the challenge of recreating the people and places of the past.Echoes of History is a Ubisoft podcast, brought to you by History Hit. Hosted by: Matt Lewis, Holly NielsenEdited by: Ella Blaxill, Robin McConnellProduced by: Matt Lewis, Robin McConnell, Holly NielsenSenior Producer: Anne-Marie LuffProduction Manager: Beth DonaldsonExecutive Producers: Etienne Bouvier, Julien Fabre, Steve Lanham, Jen BennettMusicThe Assassin Two-Step by Austin WintoryThe Churning Seas of London by Austin WintoryDeath Is Now A Welcome Guest by Austin WintoryIf you liked this podcast please subscribe, share, rate & review. Take part in our listener survey here.Tell us your favourite Assassin's Creed game or podcast episode at echoes-of-history@historyhit.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A reading of H.P. Lovecraft's “He,” which was first published in the September 1926 issue of Weird Tales, and first read aloud here, by me, in May of 2025.Please note: this is a horror podcast, and may not be for everyone. In particular, this story contains some unkind depictions of New York immigrants and Native Americans, an unexpected amount of architectural detail, a fancyboy-turned-necromancer, rum drinking, tobacco smoking, poorly inflected Georgian-era English, a particularly damaging bout of madness, and an inexplicable, multi-eyed ooze monster. If any of these elements are likely to disturb you, you may wish to skip this episode.You can read this story yourself at HPLovecraft.com, or enjoy the ambient "Victorian London" soundscape by The Vault of Ambience.You can text us now. Why? That's between you and your Elder God. Support the showLike the show? Say so with money! Or just hang out with us on Mastodon, at @podsothoth@defcon.social. Or email us at hideous@podsothoth.club. Best thing? Rate us (positively!) in your favorite podcast app. That helps other people find the show!

The grimy streets of Victorian London were stalked by a shadowy menace: Spring-Heeled Jack! He had glowing eyes and blue flames came out his mouth. He had claws, wings. He had a tail. He had smart boots. He had literal springs in his heels. Confusing...who was Spring-Heeled Jack?Maddy Pelling and Anthony Delaney are joined by Ceri Houlbrook, whose new book "Folklore: A Journey Through the Past and Present" with Owen Davies will be out in September.You can now watch After Dark on Youtube: www.youtube.com/@afterdarkhistoryhitProduced by Freddy Chick. Edited by Tomos Delargy. Senior Producer is Charlotte Long.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.  You can take part in our listener survey here.All music from Epidemic Sounds.After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal is a History Hit podcast.

Assassin's Creed Syndicate recreates Scotlland Yard, the famous home of the Metropolitan Police Force, and lets players explore its overcrowded nooks and crannies. Today we return to Matt Lewis and Dr Jonah Miller as they put a magnifying lens to the history of both Scotland Yard as a place, and on the policemen and detectives that worked within it. How and when did the Metropolitan Police begin? Why is it called Scotland Yard? And what role did it play in shaping Victorian London?Echoes of History is a Ubisoft podcast, brought to you by History Hit. Hosted by: Matt LewisEdited by: Alex JonesProduced by: Joseph Knight, Peta Stamper, Matt Lewis, Robin McConnellSenior Producer: Anne-Marie LuffProduction Coordinator: Beth DonaldsonExecutive Producers: Etienne Bouvier, Julien Fabre, Steve Lanham, Jen BennettMusic by Austin Wintory.If you liked this podcast please subscribe, share, rate & review. Take part in our listener survey here.Tell us your favourite Assassin's Creed game or podcast episode at echoes-of-history@historyhit.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Assassin's Creed Syndicate takes players to Victorian London. This was an age of massive social change through technological innovation and cultural exchange, as the industrialised British Empire extended around the world.Perhaps the greatest symbol of Britain's power and influence at this time was the Great Exhibition and its iconic venue, the Crystal Palace.Tom Furber, Research Fellow at the London Centre for Public History, returns to the podcast to give Matt Lewis a tour of the highlights of the Exhibition.Echoes of History is a Ubisoft podcast, brought to you by History Hit. Hosted by: Matt LewisEdited by: Michael McDaidProduced by: Matt Lewis, Robin McConnellSenior Producer: Anne-Marie LuffProduction Manager: Beth DonaldsonExecutive Producers: Etienne Bouvier, Julien Fabre, Steve Lanham, Jen BennettMusic by Austin Wintory.If you liked this podcast please subscribe, share, rate & review. Take part in our listener survey here.Tell us your favourite Assassin's Creed game or podcast episode at echoes-of-history@historyhit.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we'll be heading back the cutthroat streets and alleyways of the the East End of Victorian London and asking the important questions:What if the Queen was involved in a murderous conspiracy?What if one of the Ripper's victims actually escaped?And what if respected Victorian detective Frederick Abberline was essentially Uri Geller mixed with Pete Doherty. Yes, it's From HellAnd joining me to discover just who will be blamed for everything, is Karl Coppack.  Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/smershpod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Assassin's Creed Syndicate incorporates technology into its gameplay and story more than any other game in the series. Its setting in Victorian London represents the culmination of a remarkable period of British history known as the Age of Invention. Or does it? Did the Age really end, and are we still living in it?To help Matt Lewis get to grips with the vast and fascinating Age of Invention, he's joined by Dr Anton Howes, author of the Age of Invention blog.Echoes of History is a Ubisoft podcast, brought to you by History Hit. Hosted by: Matt LewisEdited by: Alex JonesProduced by: Matt Lewis, Robin McConnellSenior Producer: Anne-Marie LuffProduction Manager: Beth DonaldsonExecutive Producers: Etienne Bouvier, Julien Fabre, Steve Lanham, Jen BennettMusic:A Gauntlet Scherzo by Austin WintoryThe Churning Seas of London by Austin WintoryWaltzing on Rooftops and Cobblestones by Austin WintoryIf you liked this podcast please subscribe, share, rate & review. Take part in our listener survey here.Tell us your favourite Assassin's Creed game or podcast episode at echoes-of-history@historyhit.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coucou everyone!We are thrilled to announce we will be partnering with the Milwaukee Film Festival to show the 2024 film "Four Mothers," directed by Darren Thornton! With us today to chat all about the festival is Kerstin Larson, the film festival's Programming Director. Milwaukee Film Festival Info here!In this episode, step into the glittering, decadent world of Oscar Wilde—playwright, poet, and provocateur. The episode is a spirited romp through the life and legacy of one of history's most flamboyant and fearless figures. From the velvet salons of Victorian London to the scandalous trials that shocked a nation, we unravel Wilde's brilliance, barbs, and heartbreaks. Join us as we toast to the Anglo-Irish king of one-liners and dive deep into the triumphs and tragedies behind the legend.Main topic sources:Poetry Foundation: Oscar WildeCanterbury Classics Books: Oscar Wilde QuotesBritannica: Oscar WildeKate's recommendation: "A Walk in the Clouds" (1995) directed by Alfonso ArauCatherine's recommendation: The Whisper Man by Alex NorthDon't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ :)Cover art and logo by Kate WalkerMixed and edited by Catherine RoehreTheme song by LumehillThank you all - ciao!

In the next podcast episode, we break down the final three episodes of Disney+'s historical drama A Thousand Blows. We explore the dangerous underground world of boxing in Victorian London, where we talk about bare knuckle boxing and the lives of real boxers like Hezekiah and Alec, who were risking their lives in and outside of the ring. We also look into Mary's budding relationship with the rising boxer and our speculation for adventure in Season 2.  The series, created by the makers of Peaky Blinders, features Malachi Kirby as Hezekiah Moscow, Stephen Graham as the formidable bare-knuckle boxing champion Sugar Goodson, and Erin Doherty as Mary Carr, the cunning leader of the infamous all‐female criminal gang, the Forty Elephants. Finally, Kayla reccomends a Victorian period drama with just as much intringue and dark alleys as A Thousand Blows...   Also, we're now on Youtube, subscribe for more period drama content! Kayla's video on the problem with hyper masculinity in period dramas (gladiators and close combat fighting etc): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JgHVJ0xmYwE    Listen to the Regency Rumours Podcast! Our site: https://www.regencyrumours.com  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3VtoQoZ... Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   Follow us on social media! Website: https://www.regencyrumours.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/regencyrumours Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/regencyrumo... Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk62npSnwt8B6QxkA27bCyg  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@regencyrumours  Email: regencyrumours@gmail.com

In our latest podcast episode, we break down the first three episodes of Disney+'s historical drama A Thousand Blows. The series, created by the makers of Peaky Blinders, features Malachi Kirby as Hezekiah Moscow, Stephen Graham as the formidable bare-knuckle boxing champion Sugar Goodson, and Erin Doherty as Mary Carr, the cunning leader of the infamous all‐female criminal gang, the Forty Elephants. In this episode we dive into the dangerous world of Victorian London, where we explore the lives of working class thieves and boxers, trying to survive in a world that's trying to keep them in their place. Then, we explore the history of the 40 Elephants, whose reign lasted longer than Al Capone's.    Also, we're now on Youtube, subscribe for more period drama content! Kayla's video on The Tik Tok Trend 'Very Demure' and the Dark Truth About Victorians: https://youtu.be/DIjlbgsUJWo    Listen to the Regency Rumours Podcast! Our site: https://www.regencyrumours.com  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3VtoQoZ... Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...   Follow us on social media! Website: https://www.regencyrumours.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/regencyrumours Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/regencyrumo... Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk62npSnwt8B6QxkA27bCyg  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@regencyrumours  Email: regencyrumours@gmail.com  

Why, in the 1850s, was the excrement of thousands of people being deposited straight into the Thames? How lethal were Victorian London's cholera outbreaks? And why is Joseph Bazalgette one of the most heroic figures in London's history? Here, in conversation with Spencer Mizen, Rosemary Ashton answers the most pressing questions on an infamous pollution event caused by soaring temperatures and huge amounts of human waste. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two men share a room, yet live separate lives. One vanishes with a fortune, the other consoles the abandoned bride. But the evidence stacks up, a man is condemned, justice is served. Or is it? In the fog-shrouded streets of Victorian London, a shocking story begins to unfold. A scandal, a disappearance, a ghostly visitation... prepare to be drawn into a web of intrigue and deceit, where nothing is as it seems. ⭐ Join my Patreon ⭐ https://patreon.com/barcud Go here for a library of ad-free stories, a monthly members only story and early access to the regular stories I put out.  You can choose to have ghost stories only, or detective stories or classic literature, or all of them for either $5 or $10 a month.  Many hundreds of hours of stories. Who needs Audible? Or, if you'd just like to make a one-off gesture of thanks for my work https://buymeacoffee.com/10mn8sk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A special episode: Anna chats with Kate Slotover of the Book Club Review podcast. Our book of the week is THE UNSELECTED JOURNALS OF EMMA M. LION by Beth Brower. Recommended by our friend Shawn Mooney of Shawn Breathes Books, we enjoyed this novel set in Victorian London about a young woman returning to claim her inheritance. Light and witty, these books have been compared with Jane Austen and P. G. Wodehouse. Kate has become obsessed with the series and has now read all eight books. But will she convince Anna to do the same?   Books mentioned: JONATHAN STRANGE AND MR. NORRELL by Susanna Clarke DEATH IN THE STOCKS by Georgette Heyer ARABELLA by Georgette Heyer FREDERICA by Georgette Heyer THE GRAND SOPHY by Georgette Heyer THE SQUARE OF SEVENS by Laura Shepherd-Robinson Coming up: WHITE NIGHTS by Fyodor Dostoevsky Follow us! Kate: Instagram: @ bookclubreviewpodcast Web: https://www.thebookclubreview.co.uk/ Substack: Book Club Review Anna: Instagram: @ abailliekaras Substack: Books On The Go Email: booksonthegopodcast@gmail.com Credits Artwork: Sascha Wilkosz

PopaHALLics #138 "I'm Still Standing"As the Who said: "People try to put us d-down" ... whether the "us" is Elton John, British gangsters, or a smartypants movie critic. But guess what: We're still standing, yeah, yeah, yeah!Streaming:"Elton John: Never Too Late," Disney +. As his final American concert approaches at Dodger Stadium, Elton John looks back at his meteoric rise to success in the 1970s and his 50-year career in this warts-and-all documentary."A Thousand Blows," Hulu. Two best friends from Jamaica (Malachi Kirby and Francis Lovehall) fight for survival in the melting pot of Victorian London. This crime drama series comes from the creator of "Peaky Blinders." "Freud's Last Session," Netflix. On the eve of World War II, Sigmund Freud (Anthony Hopkins) and C.S. Lewis (Matthew Goode) have a charged conversation about family, love and God. Based on a stage play.Books:The David Blake crime fiction series, by Howard Linskey. Blake, a smooth, intelligent white-collar criminal working for a British gangster, tells himself he's not really a bad guy. Until he is. Gripping crime fiction."Movie Freak: My Life Watching Movies," by Owen Gleiberman. The longtime movie critic for Entertainment Weekly explores the movies that shaped him and the ups and downs of his personal and professional lives."Blood in the Tracks: The Minnesota Musicians Behind Dylan's Masterpiece," by Paul Metsa and Rick Shefchik. Dissatisfied with the New York session recordings of five songs on his "Blood on the Tracks" album, Bob Dylan went back to Minnesota to have local musicians re-record them."I'm Mostly Here to Enjoy Myself: One Woman's Pursuit of Pleasure in Paris," by Glynnis MacNicol. After a hermit-like existence in NYC during the pandemic, MacNicol journeys to Paris for friendship, sex, food, sex, etc.Music:Our PopaHALLics #138 Playlist includes Elton John, Bob Dylan's "Blood on the Tracks" songs recorded in Minnesota, and "Vegetable Soul," catchy, soulful songs about produce by Louie Zong.

We're back to another classic this time, as head off to the streets and sewers of Victorian London.

We’re back to another classic this time, as head off to the streets and sewers of Victorian London. The post Doctor Who Adversaries – The Talons of Weng Chiang first appeared on NEOZAZ.

Spring-Heeled Jack and the Gorbals VampireThis week, we explore two British urban legends: the Gorbals Vampire and Spring-heeled Jack.In 1954 Glasgow, hundreds of children armed with knives and homemade weapons descended on the Southern Necropolis cemetery hunting a supernatural entity with iron teeth that allegedly killed two local boys.Meanwhile, in Victorian London, Spring-heeled Jack terrorized citizens from 1837 to 1904, described as a well-dressed gentleman with glowing eyes who could make impossible leaps, breathe blue and white fire, and attack victims with metallic claws.Both cases sparked significant paranormal panic and were documented in the Victorian press.We debate whether these incidents represent historical mass hysteria or genuine supernatural encounters with entities from British folklore. In addition, we examine how Scottish urban myths, Victorian era monsters, and paranormal history might explain the phenomena, while considering how both stories reflect societal fears of their time.Or is it possible that Spring-heeled Jack might have been a demonic figure or one of the mysterious jumping entities from British supernatural folklore? Could the Gorbals incident represent children's folklore and cemetery legends manifesting during a period of societal tension?Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merchWant to send BTB something? Ship it here: 3570 Executive Drive, Suite 218, Uniontown, Ohio 44685Keywords:Spring heeled Jack, Garbols Vampire, Victorian urban legends, Glasgow supernatural encounters, British folklore creatures, Scotland monster sightings, Victorian era monsters, paranormal history UK, 19th century supernatural, The Southern Necropolis, Scottish urban myths, demonic figures in folklore, Victorian panic, London monster sightings, unexplained Victorian phenomena, Scottish vampire incidents, historical mass hysteria, children's folklore Scotland, mysterious jumping man, British supernatural entities, 1950s vampire scares, Victorian press sensationalism, paranormal encounters Britain, historical monster sightings, supernatural panic, Glasgow cemetery legends, Victorian strange phenomena

Men fighting pumas. Brutal prize-fights in sacred chapels. A pair of sisters who could pack a punch. In Victorian Britain, boxing offered up edge-of-your-seat entertainment to all levels of society. A new Disney Plus show A Thousand Blows transports viewers back to the ringside in Victorian London, and in this episode, Ellie Cawthorne speaks to the show's historical consultant Sarah Elizabeth Cox to uncover some of the extraordinary real stories that inspired the drama. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight heads to the mean streets of Victorian London for A Thousand Blows on Disney+, and what better way to celebrate than with a special Pilot TV/Empire crossover podcast? Chris Hewitt, James Dyer and Kay Ribeiro get under the skin of Knight's latest period piece, which combines bare-knuckle boxing with organised crime as all-female gang The Forty Elephants rampage through the East End. Plus, Kay speaks to Knight himself about the origins of the series and to stars Stephen Graham and Malachi Kirby about squaring off in the ring.

Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight heads to the mean streets of Victorian London for A Thousand Blows on Disney+ and what better way to celebrate than with a special Pilot TV/Empire crossover podcast? Chris Hewitt, James Dyer and Kay Ribeiro get under the skin of Knight's latest period piece, which combines bare-knuckle boxing with organised crime as all-female gang The Forty Elephants rampage through the East End. Plus, Kay speaks to Knight himself about the origins of the series and to stars Stephen Graham and Malachi Kirby about facing off in the ring.

We have a gaggle of guests for you this week as Jesse Plemons joins us to talk Netflix's Zero Day (51:21) and the three stars of Apple's Surface — Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Oliver Jackson-Cohen and Millie Brady — also drop by (17:43). Elsewhere, we strip down and buff up for a bit of bare-knuckle boxing in Victorian London with A Thousand Blows on Disney+ (1:31:15), and take a trip to Thailand for the latest instalment of Mike White's jamboree of misery, The White Lotus, on Sky and NOW (1:09:17).(Episode 324)Note: time stamps are approximate as the ads throw them out, so are only meant as a guide. If you want to avoid this and would like the podcast entirely ad-free (as well as 12 hours early, with a second weekly show and spoiler specials) then sign up to Pilot+ at empire.supportingcast.fm.

FIXED! Crime and Punishment Series. Episode #1 of 4. In 1850, a bright-eyed eight-year-old girl walked across London Bridge in her carefully maintained school uniform. Her teachers called her promising; her siblings found her delightful. No one could have predicted that decades later, she would die violently in Mitre Square, known to history only as one of Jack the Ripper's victims. But this isn't another story about Victorian London's most notorious killer. Instead, we're exploring the lives of five women – Polly, Annie, Elisabeth, Kate, and Mary Jane – before they became infamous crime statistics. Their stories reveal a London where respectability and ruin balanced on a knife's edge, where one misfortune could send a family spiraling into poverty. Join us as we peel back the sensational headlines to discover the real women of Victorian London's East End, their dreams, their struggles, and the system that failed them. This isn't a story about how these women died – it's a story about how they lived. This episode is based on Hallie Rubenhold's The Five which you can buy at your local bookstore today! Find transcripts and show notes at: www.digpodcast.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Crime and Punishment Series. Episode #1 of 4. In 1850, a bright-eyed eight-year-old girl walked across London Bridge in her carefully maintained school uniform. Her teachers called her promising; her siblings found her delightful. No one could have predicted that decades later, she would die violently in Mitre Square, known to history only as one of Jack the Ripper's victims. But this isn't another story about Victorian London's most notorious killer. Instead, we're exploring the lives of five women – Polly, Annie, Elisabeth, Kate, and Mary Jane – before they became infamous crime statistics. Their stories reveal a London where respectability and ruin balanced on a knife's edge, where one misfortune could send a family spiraling into poverty. Join us as we peel back the sensational headlines to discover the real women of Victorian London's East End, their dreams, their struggles, and the system that failed them. This isn't a story about how these women died – it's a story about how they lived. This episode is based on Hallie Rubenhold's The Five which you can buy at your local bookstore today! Find transcripts and show notes at: www.digpodcast.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Naming of the Birds by Paraic O'Donnell takes readers back to dark and gloomy Victorian London with a relentless killer on the loose. O'Donnell joins us to talk about continuing a series, balancing tone with humor, his writing process and more with guest host Chris Gillespie. We end this episode with TBR Top Off book recommendations from Donald and Marc.  This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Chris Gillespie and mixed by Harry Liang.                      New episodes land Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays) here and on your favorite podcast app.  Featured Books (Episode):  The Naming of the Birds by Paraic O'Donnell  The House on Vesper Sands by Paraic O'Donnell   Featured Books (TBR Top Off):  Things in Jars by Jess Kidd  Case Histories by Kate Atkinson 

A mysterious figure with glowing red eyes and supernatural leaping abilities terrorized Victorian London's streets. Many believed it to be paranormal, but others believed it was simply a bored, wealthy aristocrat with a taste for pranks.Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TVIN THIS EPISODE: Was the legendary Spring Heeled Jack an Irish nobleman? (The Devil in the Dark Cloak: Unmasking Spring Heeled Jack) *** During the early morning hours of August 11, 1887, a terrible train crash occurred near the small town of Chatsworth, Illinois -- and left ghostly legends in its wake. (Hauntings of Illinois' Worst Train Disaster) *** It was a beautiful old home – a Queen Anne Victorian, with gingerbread-like shingles and trim all the way around, painted beige. One look, and you knew joy-filled years were lived in that home. But you know what they say… don't judge a book by its cover. (Noises and Unexplained Happenings) *** Seventeen years after he disappeared, has a man's killer been brought to justice? (The Strange Case of Zebb Quinn's Disappearance) *** A man shares his belief that he is being stalked – by something paranormal. (The Gray Lady) *** One of our Weirdo family members shares how the strange Elisa Lam case creeped into a terrifying case of sleep paralysis. (Terror From The Elisa Lam Case) *** The Bermuda Triangle is not the only vortex of missing ships, and half a world away, in a whole other ocean, there lies a counterpart in the waters near Japan, which by all accounts is just as strange as its Bermuda cousin. (The Devil's Sea) *** A man who has had no issues before is suddenly finding the energy in his house is out of whack. (Something Is Messing With The Energy In My House) *** With all the men of the house gone fishing, an axe murder chooses the perfect time to attack and kill the women inside. (The Smuttynose Murders)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open00:02:19.323 = Show Intro00:04:54.434 = Devil In The Dark Cloak: Unmasking Spring Heeled Jack00:15:56.345 = Illinois Train Disaster00:31:35.698 = Something Is Missing With The Energy In My House00:44:42.080 = Smuttynose Murders00:55:53.680 = The Gray Lady01:05:56.131 = Wack Energy01:10:58.420 – Terror From The Elisa Lam Case01:13:43.707 = The Devil's Sea of Japan01:24:59.018 = The Strange Case of Zeb Quinn's Disappearance01:30:45.927 = Show CloseSOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Hauntings of Illinois' Worst Train Disaster” by Troy Taylor: https://tinyurl.com/ryh3m8x“Noises and Unexplained Happenings”: https://tinyurl.com/txp3haq“The Devil in the Dark Cloak: Unmasking Spring Heeled Jack”: https://tinyurl.com/wkgr663“The Strange Case of Zebb Quinn's Disappearance” by Orrin Grey for The Line Up: http://ow.ly/MTpL30lUmaF“The Devil's Sea of Japan” by Brent Swancer: https://tinyurl.com/sprcpur“Terror From the Elisa Lam Case” submitted anonymously to WeirdDarkness.com“The Gray Lady”: https://tinyurl.com/uymg3y5“The Smuttynose Murders” by Robert Wilhelm: https://tinyurl.com/a6kue74“Something Is Messing With The Energy In My House” by Russel James: https://tinyurl.com/r3ygrcoWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: September 21, 2018SOURCES PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/SpringHeeledJackTRANSCRIPT: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p83bdyj

Big Dreamers, get ready to continue the magical holiday journey with Sophia Karpman, host of the Dream Big Podcast! https://dreambigpodcast.com/439 In Part 1, Roxy's glowing pendant led her, Ginnie, and the Ghosts of Christmas on a mission to help Ebenezer Scrooge rediscover the true meaning of the holidays. Together, they started to uncover Scrooge's past, revealing a lonely childhood that planted the seeds of his cold heart. Now, in Part 2, the adventure gets even bigger as Roxy, Ginnie, and the ghosts dive deeper into Scrooge's story: ✨ Visit the Cratchit family's home, where love and gratitude shine brighter than any challenge. ✨ Explore a chilling glimpse of the future, showing Scrooge the consequences of his choices. ✨ And uncover the heart of what the holidays are all about—kindness, generosity, and the power to change.

Victorian London was once terrorized by a mysterious figure in a strange costume, who reportedly could leap great distances, and breathe fire. They called this demonic figure Spring-Heeled Jack. Was he an actual demon? Or just a clever prankster? Patreon: theconspiratorspodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theconspiratorspodcast Notes: https://www.amazon.com/Spring-Heeled-Jack-Fiend-Penny-Dreadful/dp/1546689338 https://www.amazon.com/Mystery-Spring-Heeled-Jack-Victorian-Steampunk/dp/1620554968/ref=sr_1_2?crid=712RXTDEEIT4&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Y83uxAzfk1kJTD9ddA7VVmohSHPMyiw0voh2rTJnqk_BmmX7whL-3sPEe_nYKy3yOasdRadOcSEo0GidZcyVUZUAsZHTPU767565K_pVAgPBqpJHIdb7k-Sps6TK22GJfvpg2-QaY1Th4FspX-o2u-QbFafjHrSChWzcdppXM5B3jxuxsiQY8vX2kLFk5SM5tfRh4QltCJitXqyTMUdyur8yCXuJMSNtfEDbi4Uw-pQ.pR-h7371tAXbEsu6G93U_3-yCv-aRXWhvjQ3ummgzy8&dib_tag=se&keywords=spring-heeled+jack&qid=1736009055&sprefix=spring-heeled+jack%2Caps%2C192&sr=8-2 https://www.amazon.com/Spirits-Industrial-Age-Impersonation-Spring-heeled/dp/1499268777/ref=sr_1_4?crid=712RXTDEEIT4&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Y83uxAzfk1kJTD9ddA7VVmohSHPMyiw0voh2rTJnqk_BmmX7whL-3sPEe_nYKy3yOasdRadOcSEo0GidZcyVUZUAsZHTPU767565K_pVAgPBqpJHIdb7k-Sps6TK22GJfvpg2-QaY1Th4FspX-o2u-QbFafjHrSChWzcdppXM5B3jxuxsiQY8vX2kLFk5SM5tfRh4QltCJitXqyTMUdyur8yCXuJMSNtfEDbi4Uw-pQ.pR-h7371tAXbEsu6G93U_3-yCv-aRXWhvjQ3ummgzy8&dib_tag=se&keywords=spring-heeled+jack&qid=1736009055&sprefix=spring-heeled+jack%2Caps%2C192&sr=8-4 https://www.amazon.com/Spring-Heeled-Jack-Philip-Pullman/dp/044041881X/ref=sr_1_5?crid=712RXTDEEIT4&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Y83uxAzfk1kJTD9ddA7VVmohSHPMyiw0voh2rTJnqk_BmmX7whL-3sPEe_nYKy3yOasdRadOcSEo0GidZcyVUZUAsZHTPU767565K_pVAgPBqpJHIdb7k-Sps6TK22GJfvpg2-QaY1Th4FspX-o2u-QbFafjHrSChWzcdppXM5B3jxuxsiQY8vX2kLFk5SM5tfRh4QltCJitXqyTMUdyur8yCXuJMSNtfEDbi4Uw-pQ.pR-h7371tAXbEsu6G93U_3-yCv-aRXWhvjQ3ummgzy8&dib_tag=se&keywords=spring-heeled+jack&qid=1736009055&sprefix=spring-heeled+jack%2Caps%2C192&sr=8-5 https://allthatsinteresting.com/spring-heeled-jack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Kieran, Megan, and Tass as they navigate the dark corners of Victorian London with Kim leading them through our patreon exclusive The Between campaign. ------ Content Warning: Language, Gunfire ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what's coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don't forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Kieran, Megan, and Tass as they navigate the dark corners of Victorian London with Kim leading them through our patreon exclusive The Between campaign. ------ Content Warning: Language, Murder, Appropriation of Christian Imagery, Rats, Harm to Rats ------ You can support The Critshow through our Patreon to get more weekly TTRPG Actual Play content, access to our discord community, and much more! Follow The Critshow on twitter, join our subreddit, and follow us on Instagram.  Get two free MotW mysteries and some Keeper tips from Rev by signing up on our website!  Check out what's coming up on our monthly publication calendar. And don't forget to check out our wonderful sponsors! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big Dreamers, have you ever wondered what the holidays are really all about? Is it just about gifts, carols, and candy canes—or is there a deeper, magical meaning behind the season? https://dreambigpodcast.com/438 In this special two-part adventure on the Dream Big Podcast for Kids, hosted by 9-year-old Sophia Karpman, Roxy and Ginnie are whisked away to snowy Victorian London, where they team up with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come on a mission to save none other than Ebenezer Scrooge himself! With the help of Roxy's glowing pendant and their boundless holiday spirit, our dynamic duo dives into Scrooge's memories, joins a heartwarming feast with the Cratchit family, and discovers the true power of kindness, generosity, and love. This episode is packed with humor, heartfelt lessons, and holiday magic that will inspire the entire family!

This Christmas, the cold streets of Victorian London collide with the fiery depths of Hell in a chilling reimagining of a classic tale. Jacob Marley, the tormented ghost doomed to carry the chains of his earthly sins, is summoned by a sinister demon to deliver a haunting message to his former partner, Ebenezer Scrooge. But as Marley confronts the sins of his past, he discovers that redemption is not within his grasp—and that Hell's games are far crueler than he could have ever imagined. A story of despair, darkness, and the twisted contrast between holiday joy and eternal torment, "The Christmas Misadventure of Marley's Ghost" reveals the untold side of Scrooge's haunting—a side where hope is fleeting, and salvation is nothing more than a cruel joke. This is not the feel-good Christmas story you thought you knew. Author: Dave Kavanaugh Check out the new horror podcast, After Dark, here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gZikZZldwY6J7vFCLV7ox Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/after-dark/id1778979797 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8f53d71d-0339-4176-b0d9-14a13621f15a To listen without ads: patreon.com/drnosleep  * * * EXPLICIT CONTENT DISCLAIMER: This episode contains explicit content not limited to intense themes, strong language, and graphic depictions of violence intended for adults 18 years of age or older. These stories are NOT intended for children under the age of 18. Parental guidance is strongly advised for children under the age of 18. Listener discretion is advised. #drnosleep #scarystories #horrorstories #doctornosleep #truescarystories #horrorpodcast #horror Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices