Eps.33 : The Pierrepoint family (pt.9) - A legacy of Executioners

The Red bull episode!

This episode of 'Hooked on True Crime' delves into the life and work of executioners, focusing on Albert Pierrepoint. The conversation begins with light-hearted domestic anecdotes before transitioning into serious discussions about historical crime cases, including the execution of Stanley Hobday and Alberts first female execution, Ethel Major. The hosts explore the economics of execution, the training and professionalism required, and the impact of World War II on the frequency of executions. The episode concludes with a look at Udam Singh's case and Albert's rise to chief executioner, setting the stage for future discussions on wrongful executions and notable cases.

Ali takes a cockney quiz and fails

Scottish word of the week : Filsket and Drooket

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Sources:

Books

Pierrepoint:A Family of Executioners,--(Steve Fielding)

TheExecutioner's Bible,--(Steve Fielding)

Executioner:Pierrepoint,--(Albert Pierrepoint)

TheHangman's tale,--(Syd Dernley and David Newman)

Web

Ethel Major- Corned Beef Killer 1934- Crimes Through Time

Ethel Lillie Major – The Corned BeefKiller – Capital Punishment UK

Corned beef poisoner's tragic lettersto family before her execution | Lincolnshire Live

Results for 'ethel major' | BritishNewspaper Archive

Stanley Hobday | Murderpedia, theencyclopedia of murderers

Stanley Eric Hobday - a homeinvasion... - Capital Punishment UK | Facebook

Tales from The Hangman's Record.Episode Three. Stanley Eric Hobday - 28th December 1933 Birmingham

Results for 'stanley hobday' |British Newspaper Archive

1939-45 Espionage – The History Room

Hangmen at War – Chapter 4 – Spies,Traitors and Saboteurs in the UK and Its Colonies – Capital Punishment UK

1939-45 Espionage – The History Room