The Poisoners' Cabinet

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Famous poisoners, vicious Victorians and curious cocktails. Join hosts Nick and Sinead every Friday as they investigate history's greatest poisoners and ridiculous crimes on this comedic true crime show, while quaffing a cocktail inspired by the tale that they tell. Remember, your loved ones ARE trying to kill you... Join the chilling chat on TikTok @thepoisonerscabinet, and find us on Patreon (patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet) for even more episodes. Written, produced and presented by Sinead Hanna and Nick Gordon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ep 4 - Aqua Tofana & Professional Poison 13.03.2020 46:20

Nick takes us back to the 1600s to the poisonous world of Giulia Tofana, one of the most infamous professional poisoners of all time. What was the secret behind her cosmetics, what was the blend of her signature venom, and who on earth thought this week's cocktail was a good idea? This week's secret ingredient is...Sicily  The episode image is a painting called The Love Potion (1903) by Evely...

Ep 3 - William Palmer & The Chicken 06.03.2020 46:54

This week, Sinead & Nick look at the 'Prince of Poisoners' William Palmer, hanged for the murder of his friend John Cook but suspected of the deaths of many more souls. And what is up with this week's secret ingredient: chicken?! Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, Spotify and find us on Acast: https://shows.acast...

Ep 2 - Bradford & The Peppermint Panic 28.02.2020 41:54

This week we discuss the famous incident known as the Bradford Sweets Poisoning of 1858, in which 21 people perished.  What caused the poisoning of so many poor souls? Who was really responsible? And are you minty fresh? Our secret ingredient of the week is... peppermint.  Get cocktails and historic true crime tales every week with The Poisoners' Cabinet. Listen to the Podcast on iTunes,...

Ep 1 - Dr Lamson & The Dundee Cake 21.02.2020 36:18

Welcome to the 1st episode of The Poisoners' Cabinet! A weekly podcast that explores famous poisoners and poisonings from across the ages, and creates curious cocktails to complement the dastardly tales. This week we take a look at Dr George Henry Lamson, the Wimbledon poisoner. Join us as we reveal the facts and our own theories behind this fascinating case from 1881. And the secret ingredie...