Blood Ties Podcast

Geoffrey and Molly Wansell confront Britain’s most chilling killer, Robert Maudsley, the man the tabloids dubbed Hannibal the Cannibal. Locked away in a glass cell beneath Wakefield Prison, Maudsley has spent decades in near-total isolation after a string of murders so brutal they shocked even hardened detectives. But who is the man behind the monster? With Geoffrey’s trademark precision and Molly’s probing curiosity, Blood Ties digs into Maudsley’s tragic childhood, his descent into violence, and the media myth that turned him into a British bogeyman. Was he born evil or made by a system that failed him? This is Blood Ties at its most provocative: a gripping, fearless look at one of Britain’s darkest souls and the uncomfortable truths that lie behind the nickname Hannibal the Cannibal. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram:@bloodtiespodcastEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 November 2025

Gregory Vincent Greene was a man of contradictions, charming yet cold, generous yet ruthless. Behind the façade of an ordinary life lay secrets that would unravel a family and shock a community. In this gripping new episode of Blood Ties, Geoffrey and Molly Wansell peel back the layers of a complex life and a chilling crime. With their trademark mix of forensic storytelling and psychological insight, they explore how Greene’s charisma concealed darkness, and how the people who loved him were drawn into a web of lies, fear, and betrayal. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram:@bloodtiespodcastEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2025

In the heart of Belfast during the height of the Troubles, a brutal gang prowled the night, abducting, torturing, and killing innocent Catholics in a reign of terror that would shock even hardened police officers. Known as The Shankill Butchers, this group of loyalist paramilitaries turned the streets into hunting grounds, leaving a city already divided by politics and religion gripped by fear. In this episode of Blood Ties, Geoffrey and Molly Wansell uncover how one man, Lenny Murphy, led a gang whose sadistic killings blurred the line between political violence and pure psychopathy.  CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram:@bloodtiespodcastEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2025

Geoffrey Wansell uncovers the shocking story of Lakhvir Singh, a woman whose passion turned to poison. When her lover began a new relationship, jealousy consumed her. In an act as chilling as it was calculated, she laced his curry with a rare poison — aconite — earning her the nickname “The Curry Killer.” Was this a crime of love, rage, or revenge? Geoffrey discusses the case with Molly to unravel how desire, betrayal, and heartbreak led to one of Britain’s most extraordinary murder cases. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram:@bloodtiespodcastEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2025

He was just fourteen when he started killing — a schoolboy with a chemistry set and a deadly obsession. Graham Young, known to history as The Teacup Poisoner, was the embodiment of evil hiding behind a polite English smile. In this episode of Blood Ties, Molly and Geoffrey uncover the chilling story of how a quiet teenager turned into one of Britain’s most sadistic murderers — poisoning friends, family, and colleagues with clinical precision. This is the twisted tale of intellect, arrogance, and pure malevolence — a crime that shocked a nation. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram:@bloodtiespodcastEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 October 2025

In this gripping episode of Blood Ties, Geoffrey and Molly Wansell delve into the chilling case of Catherine Wilson — the so-called “Victorian Poisoner.” A trusted nurse who turned her patients’ trust into a death sentence, Wilson used poison to line her pockets, leaving a trail of mysterious deaths behind. The Wansells unravel how a woman meant to heal became Britain’s last woman publicly hanged, executed outside Newgate in 1862. With their trademark mix of intrigue and insight, they expose the hypocrisy, greed, and horror lurking beneath Victorian respectability. It’s a story of betrayal, cold calculation — and the darkest side of human nature. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2025

He was the bogeyman of suburban America — a ghost who crept into homes, shattered lives, and vanished into the night. For decades, the Golden State Killer taunted police, leaving behind terrified families and a trail of violence that stretched across California. Rape, murder, stalking — his crimes were monstrous, his arrogance chilling. And yet, he lived quietly among us, a husband, a neighbour, a man who waved on his morning walk. In this gripping episode of Blood Ties, Geoffrey and Molly Wansell uncover how one of America’s most sadistic predators was finally unmasked — not by luck, but by science. It’s a story of obsession, fear, and justice, decades in the making. The Golden State Killer — humanity at its most horrifying. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 October 2025

He called himself a “psychopath with a conscience.” But behind the bravado, Mark Brown was a cold, calculating killer. In the quiet seaside town of St Leonards, Brown led a double life — father, partner, builder by day, and murderer by night. When two women vanished months apart, detectives uncovered a web of lies, manipulation, and chilling arrogance that shocked even the most seasoned investigators. Geoffrey and Molly expose the dark psychology of a man who believed he could outsmart everyone — this is not fiction. It’s a real-life horror story hiding in plain sight. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2025

Long before the hit TV series turned them into legends, the real Peaky Blinders ruled the backstreets of Birmingham. With swagger in their step, and blood on their hands — they were the original urban gangsters of Britain’s industrial age. In Blood Ties: The Real Peaky Blinders, we uncover the brutal truth behind the myth — the poverty, the power, and the violence that shaped a generation of men who became symbols of rebellion. We separate fact from fiction to reveal how a local street gang became an enduring piece of British folklore. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 October 2025

Kyle Clifford turned up at their quiet Hertfordshire home like any other ex returning a few belongings — calm, deliberate, utterly convincing. Kyle Clifford wasn’t some impulsive man in a rage; he was calculated, chillingly controlled. He moved with purpose, carrying out his grim mission with military precision, showing no flicker of hesitation. This wasn’t chaos — it was cold, rehearsed determination. The sort of darkness that makes you question how well we ever really know the people closest to us. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 October 2025

In Blood Ties, Geoffrey and Molly Wansell confront one of Britain’s darkest and most divisive crimes — the White House Farm murders. Six members of one family gunned down in cold blood, a nation horrified, and a son accused of orchestrating it all. Jeremy Bamber — charming, intelligent, and now serving a whole life sentence — maintains his innocence to this day. But is he a cold-blooded killer or the victim of a catastrophic miscarriage of justice? This is the story of betrayal, lies, and the shocking night that shattered the peace of an English farmhouse forever. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 October 2025

After 1994, something in Nicholas Burton’s mind began to unravel. Once seen as bright and promising, he started shouting at himself and became obsessed with religion. Friends noticed the change — but no one imagined how dark things would become. His fixation soon turned toward Rachel McGraa, a woman whose kindness would ultimately cost her everything. In this episode of Blood Ties, we trace Burton’s descent from charm to chaos and uncover how his fractured reality led to Rachel’s tragic death. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 October 2025

It was every parent’s worst nightmare. In the summer of 2002, two bright, happy ten-year-old girls — Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman — vanished without a trace from the quiet village of Soham. Overnight, their faces were on every front page, every television screen, as a frantic nation prayed for their safe return. But behind the search and the heartbreak lay a chilling betrayal. Ian Huntley, the local school caretaker, the man trusted around children, would be unmasked as a calculating killer. His crime not only devastated two families but shattered Britain’s sense of safety. In Blood Ties, we revisit the case that gripped the country, uncovering how Huntley was able to slip through the system, and asking the uncomfortable questions: How did this happen? Who failed? And what lessons were learned from the murders that shook Britain to its core?This isn’t just a story of a crime. It’s a story of innocence lost, of evil hiding in plain sight, and of a community forever scarred. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 October 2025

Two women, two different worlds — but both hiding lethal secrets. Jane Toppan, the nurse known as “Jolly Jane,” poisoned more than 30 patients in the late 1800s, later admitting she killed simply for pleasure. And Polly Bartlett, dubbed Wyoming’s first female serial killer, ran a boarding house with her father where unsuspecting travelers met their end for money and greed. In this episode of Blood Ties, we uncover the chilling parallels between a trusted caregiver and a ruthless innkeeper, and how their crimes challenged the expectations of women in their time while leaving behind a legacy of fear. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2025

This is one of Britain’s most harrowing true crime stories – a crime so savage it shocked the nation to its core. In this gripping episode of Blood Ties, Geoffrey and Molly Wansell dissect the chilling case of Lin and Megan Russell, a mother and daughter brutally murdered in a frenzied hammer attack while walking home from school in a quiet Kent village. Their family dog was killed, their daughter Josie left for dead – but miraculously survived. What followed was a tangled investigation and years of doubt that exposed the frailties of the justice system. We unravel how such evil could invade such innocence, and ask the question: did the system truly deliver justice? CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 September 2025

In this gripping episode of Blood Ties, Geoffrey and Molly Wansell unravel the chilling case of Lyle and Erik Menendez — the brothers whose brutal murder of their wealthy parents shocked America in 1989. Was it an act of cold-blooded greed, or the desperate response of two young men pushed beyond endurance? The Wansells explore the background of the family, the sensational trial that captivated the world, and the lingering questions about abuse, justice, and the blurred line between victim and perpetrator. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Please complete our survey if you have time: http://bit.ly/bloodtiespodcast-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 September 2025

Two little girls vanished in Brighton—and for decades, their killer almost got away with it. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 September 2025

She was Ireland’s most glamorous killer – the so-called Black Widow who spun a web of lies, murder, and betrayal that stunned a nation. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 September 2025

On 26th April 1999, BBC Crimewatch presenter Jill Dando was shot dead on her doorstep with a single bullet. Twenty years on, her shocking murder remains unsolved — and continues to haunt Britain. Who killed Jill Dando? Was it a professional hit, a stalker, or a case of mistaken identity? Despite one of the biggest police investigations in UK history, no one has ever been brought to justice. In this episode, Geoffrey Wansell takes you through everything we know about the case, the theories, and why the nation is still desperate for answers. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 September 2025

This is the shocking true crime story of Richard Cottingham: The Torso Killer. One of America’s most sadistic serial killers, he brutally murdered women across New York and New Jersey, earning the nickname The Times Square Ripper. While Bundy, Dahmer, and Gacy became infamous, Cottingham stayed in the shadows. A husband, father, and insurance worker by day — a sadistic murderer by night. He drugged, tortured, mutilated, and killed, boasting of up to 100 victims. So why have you never heard of him? Because so many of his victims were sex workers, ignored and forgotten. Now, with new Netflix documentaries and fresh confessions, the world is finally waking up to the horrifying scale of Cottingham’s crimes. This episode pulls no punches. Prepare for the terrifying double life of America’s forgotten monster: The Torso Killer. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 September 2025

In May 2010, Stephen Griffiths stunned a courtroom by giving his name as the Crossbow Cannibal. By December that year, he was convicted of three brutal murders. But who was Stephen Griffiths before that chilling moment? And what drove him to commit such horrific crimes? Join us as we dig deep into the life, psychology, and crimes of Stephen Griffiths — a case that shocked Britain and left a lasting mark on true crime history. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 September 2025

Daniel Gonzalez wanted fame — but not on stage or screen. Obsessed with horror films like Friday the 13th and A Nightmare on Elm Street, Gonzalez spiralled into drug abuse, mental illness, and violent fantasies that turned him into one of Britain’s most notorious killers. In this episode of Blood Ties, Geoffrey and Molly Wansell explore the troubled childhood, psychiatric struggles, and chilling crimes of the so-called 'Freddy Krueger Killer'. We examine how failures in the mental health system allowed his descent into violence — and what his case reveals about obsession, untreated psychosis, and the making of a murderer. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcast247Support: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 September 2025

Blood Ties Revisited: Blood Ties 2.0 marks the return of the father-daughter duo Geoffrey and Molly Wansall. In the trailer, they explain how their weekly conversations often turn to murder — the very reason they launched the original Blood Ties. Now, due to popular demand, they’re back with a brand-new series, revisiting notorious cases and uncovering the psychology behind real-life killers. The new season launches on 1st September, promising gripping stories, chilling insights, and the unique perspective only Geoffrey and Molly can bring. CREDITS: Producer: Peter Shevlin https://pod60.com/Artwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

Molly and Geoffrey's final episode of Blood Ties discusses Mark Richard Hobson: the spree killer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2023

In their final episode, Geoffrey and Molly Wansell dive into the chilling story of Mark Richard Hobson — the ruthless spree killer who shocked Britain in 2004. Four innocent lives were taken in just a few days, leaving the country horrified. Why did Hobson kill? How did the police finally catch him? And what lasting scars did his crimes leave behind? Geoffrey and Molly tell the story with gripping detail, fearless questions, and unforgettable insight. If you care about true crime, you won’t want to miss this dramatic finale. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 25 April 2023

Geoffrey interviews crime fiction writer Tim Weaver, the bestselling author of books including the David Raker mysteries You Were Gone, No One Home and The Blackbird. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2023

In this episode, Geoffrey Wansell sits down with bestselling crime novelist Tim Weaver, creator of the gripping David Raker mystery series. From You Were Gone to No One Home and The Blackbird, Tim has kept readers hooked with chilling plots and unforgettable characters. But where do his ideas come from? How does real-life crime inspire his fiction? And what does it take to keep millions of fans on the edge of their seats? Geoffrey digs deep into the craft, the psychology, and the secrets behind one of Britain’s most successful crime writers. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 27 March 2023

Today, Geoffrey and Molly Wansell take on one of the most infamous men in the British prison system — Charles Bronson. Dubbed “Britain’s most violent prisoner,” Bronson’s life is a story of chaos, crime and controversy. From brutal rooftop riots to decades spent in solitary confinement, Bronson has become a household name for all the wrong reasons. But who is the man behind the headlines? Is he a monster, a misunderstood figure — or something in between? In this gripping episode, Molly and Geoffrey cut through the myth to uncover the shocking truth about Bronson’s violent past, his reputation inside prison walls, and why his name still makes headlines today. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Sam BrainArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 20 March 2023

Today Molly and Geoffrey discuss Charles Bronson, known as Britain's most violent prisoner. Join our community on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, listen to our podcasts ad-free, and more! https://www.patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast CREDITS: Producer: Sam Brain Artwork: George Leigh Music: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_Pod Instagram: bloodties_pod Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2023

Geoffrey and Molly Wansell turn their attention to the power of the parole board — and the shocking cases that test it to the limit. This week’s story is Roger Payne, a killer who has spent decades behind bars and may be Britain’s longest-serving lifer. Should he ever be released? Has justice already been served? Or is he exactly where he belongs? With trademark grit and fearless questioning, Geoffrey and Molly dig into Payne’s crime, his prison years, and the parole battles that continue to divide opinion. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 13 March 2023

The first of two episodes where Molly and Geoffrey discuss cases where the parole board has a significant part to play. This week's is Roger Payne, perhaps the longest serving lifer. Join our community on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, listen to our podcasts ad-free, and more! https://www.patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast CREDITS: Producer: Sam Brain Artwork: George Leigh Music: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_Pod Instagram: bloodties_pod Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2023

Geoffrey continues his discussion of the case of Captain Cash. Join our community on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, listen to our podcasts ad-free, and more! https://www.patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast CREDITS: Producer: Sam Brain Artwork: George Leigh Music: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_Pod Instagram: bloodties_pod Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2023

In the second of their special episodes on the power of the parole board, Geoffrey Wansell continues his deep dive into the extraordinary case of Captain Cash. A career criminal with a notorious reputation, Captain Cash has spent years testing the system — and the question remains: should a man with his past ever be trusted with freedom? Geoffrey unpacks the twists, the parole battles, and the moral dilemmas at the heart of this controversial case, asking whether redemption is possible… or if some lives are destined to be lived behind bars. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Sam BrainArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 6 March 2023

A case in which the perpetrator holds that if you can't afford to buy something, steal it: and where business dealings end in murder. Join our community on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, listen to our podcasts ad-free, and more! https://www.patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast CREDITS: Producer: Sam Brain Artwork: George Leigh Music: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_Pod Instagram: bloodties_pod Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2023

A case in which the perpetrator believes: if you can’t afford to buy it, steal it… and where business dealings can end in murder. In the second of their special episodes on the power of the parole board, Geoffrey Wansell continues his deep dive into the extraordinary case of Captain Cash. A career criminal with a notorious reputation, Cash has spent years testing the system — and the question remains: should a man with his past ever be trusted with freedom? Geoffrey unpacks the twists, the parole battles, and the moral dilemmas at the heart of this controversial case, asking whether redemption is possible… or if some lives are destined to be lived behind bars. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Sam BrainArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 27 February 2023

Geoffrey and Molly Wansell revisit one of Britain’s most shocking tragedies: the Dunblane Massacre. In 1996, a gunman killed 16 children and their teacher, leaving a nation in grief. They explore the horrifying events, the aftermath, and how this terrible day changed gun laws forever. Heartbreaking, haunting, and unforgettable — this is a story you need to hear. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Sam BrainArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 20 February 2023

Geoffrey and Molly discuss the terrible case of the Dunblane Massacre. Join our community on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, listen to our podcasts ad-free, and more! https://www.patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast CREDITS: Producer: Sam Brain Artwork: George Leigh Music: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_Pod Instagram: bloodties_pod Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2023

Geoffrey Wansell tells the shocking story of Adrian Prout, a charming man whose dark side would ultimately claim the life of his wife, Kate. From a seemingly happy life running a pheasant farm in Gloucestershire to violent arguments, disappearances, and a twisted web of lies, Prout’s actions kept everyone on edge. A murder with no body, a wife’s diary revealing fear and desperation, and a fiancée who campaigned tirelessly for his innocence — until the truth came out. This is a gripping tale of deception, obsession, and one man’s ability to fool everyone around him… until he couldn’t. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Sam BrainArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 13 February 2023

Geoffrey tackles the case of a disappearing wife. Join our community on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, listen to our podcasts ad-free, and more! https://www.patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast CREDITS: Producer: Sam Brain Artwork: George Leigh Music: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_Pod Instagram: bloodties_pod Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2023

Part two of Geoffrey's retelling of Pottery Cottage. Join our community on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, listen to our podcasts ad-free, and more! https://www.patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast CREDITS: Producer: Sam Brain Artwork: George Leigh Music: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_Pod Instagram: bloodties_pod Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2023

Geoffrey Wansell recounts the horrifying events of January 1977 at Pottery Cottage, Derbyshire, where escaped convict Billy Hughes held a family hostage during a brutal blizzard. Over several tense days, Hughes terrorised Gillian Moran, her husband Richard, their daughter Sarah, and her elderly mother Amy, forcing them into a nightmare of fear, manipulation, and violence. In a chilling charade, Hughes alternates between cruel control and deceptive kindness, making tea and pretending to care — all while his deadly intentions escalate. The ordeal culminates in a deadly standoff with police, leaving only Gillian alive and forever scarred. A dark, extraordinary tale of survival, psychopathology, and one of the most shocking murder sprees in British criminal history. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey WansellProducer: Sam BrainArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 6 February 2023

This week, Geoffrey discusses the terrible case of Pottery Cottage. This is the first of a two part series. Join our community on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, listen to our podcasts ad-free, and more! https://www.patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast CREDITS: Producer: Sam Brain Artwork: George Leigh Music: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_Pod Instagram: bloodties_pod Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2023

Geoffrey Wansell tells the harrowing story of Billy Hughes, aka “Mad Billy,” a violent career criminal who escaped custody in January 1977 and descended on Pottery Cottage in the Derbyshire Peak District. Over the course of a snowbound afternoon, Hughes terrorised Gillian Moran, her husband Richard, their daughter Sarah, and her elderly parents, blending chilling charm with threats of deadly violence. From stolen knives and a blizzard-crossed escape to the tension-filled arrival of the family and the fateful confrontation, this is a gripping, terrifying tale of manipulation, survival, and one of the most extraordinary hostage situations in British criminal history. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Sam BrainArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 29 January 2023

In this listener-suggested episode, Geoffrey and Molly discuss the case of Donald Andrews, the only person in the UK to be jailed for life for a crime other than murder. Join our community on Patreon, where you can access bonus content, listen to our podcasts ad-free, and more! https://www.patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast CREDITS: Producer: Sam Brain Artwork: George Leigh Music: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_Pod Instagram: bloodties_pod Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2023

A true crime story so shocking it will haunt you. Molly and Geoffrey Wansell unravel the chilling case of Donald Andrews – a manipulative psychopath whose brutal attack left a young woman for dead. Surviving was only the beginning of her nightmare. We explore how the justice system deals with monsters like him, the difference between sociopaths and psychopaths, and the terrifying question: should someone this dangerous ever be released? CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Sam BrainArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 23 January 2023

Molly and Geoffrey are back. They explore the shocking 100-year-old case of Edith Thompson, a woman hanged in 1923 for a crime she didn’t commit. Through love letters, societal prejudice, and a flawed legal system, Edith was condemned while her lover received leniency. We unpack the trial, the miscarriage of justice, and the enduring questions about morality, law, and the treatment of women. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Sam BrainArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 16 January 2023

Molly and Geoffrey are back. Refreshed with Christmas cheer, they are ready to discuss the case of Edith Thompson, who died for a crime she didn't do. CREDITS: Producer: Sam Brain Artwork: George Leigh Music: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_Pod Instagram: bloodties_pod Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 January 2023

This week, Molly and Geoffrey dive into the shocking case of Peter Falconio, a British backpacker murdered in Australia’s Northern Territory. What really happened on that remote outback road? How did one of the most notorious crimes in Australian history unfold, and why did it captivate the world? Join us as we explore the investigation, the evidence, and the story that continues to haunt travellers and true crime fans alike. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Sam BrainArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 12 December 2022

This week, Molly and Geoffrey discuss the case of Peter Falconio, a British backpacker who was murdered in Australia's northern territory.This is our final episode before our Christmas break. Thank you so much for listening in 2022 everyone - wishing you a Happy Christmas and a wonderful start to 2023. CREDITS: Producer: Sam Brain Artwork: George Leigh Music: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_Pod Instagram: bloodties_pod Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 December 2022

In the late 1980s and early 1990s, seven backpackers went missing in New South Wales, Australia. Their bodies were later discovered partially buried, sparking one of Australia’s most notorious unsolved crime sprees. Who was responsible for these shocking killings, and what was the motive behind them? In this episode, Molly and Geoffrey examine the Backpacker Murders case, exploring the victims, the investigation, and the chilling circumstances that gripped the nation. If you’re fascinated by true crime, Australian serial killers, and unsolved mysteries, this episode will keep you on the edge of your seat. CREDITS: Presenters: Geoffrey and Molly WansellProducer: Sam BrainArtwork: George LeighMusic: Dan Wansell CONTACT: Twitter: @BloodTies_PodInstagram: bloodties_podEmail: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bloodtiespodcastSupport: patreon.com/bloodtiespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published: 5 December 2022