Brett’s Old Time Radio Show

15/12/2024

Good evening and a huge welcome back to the show, I hope you’ve had a great day and you’re ready to kick back and relax with another episode of Brett’s old time radio show. Hello, I’m Brett your host for this evening and welcome to my home in beautiful Lyme Bay where it’s lovely December n...

15/12/2024

In 1949, Gertrude Dorothea O'Leary, a kind and well-known shopkeeper in Bristol, was brutally murdered in her own shop. Found battered and strangled in her parlour, her death appeared to be a robbery, with items like money, a gold wristwatch, and a pendant missing. Despite extensive investigations, no clear evidence pointed to a suspect, and the brutality of the crime suggested more than just theft, it hinted at personal motives or a vendetta.

Clues, like a bloodstained quart flagon and ransacked rooms, only deepened the mystery, with witnesses reporting suspicious characters near her shop.
As the investigation unfolded, the lack of solid leads and the complexity of her life, which included whispers of hidden secrets and grudges, made the case even more confounding. The murder remained unsolved, leaving behind numerous unanswered questions: Was Gertrude hiding something that led to her death?
Did someone close to her betray her? What significance did the stolen items hold? Despite the investigation stretching across different locations, the case eventually went cold, raising questions about overlooked details or modern investigative tools that could have reopened it. Gertrude's murder continues to haunt the community, a reminder of how hidden motives and personal histories can shape tragic events.

Brett ends the episode by reminding listeners of the importance of seeking justice for those lost to such tragic circumstances, and encouraging anyone with information to come forward.
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14/12/2024

It's a great little stocking filler and a perfect festive bedtime story book so please check it out 🙂

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We've owned this cute little Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite since 1961 and you wouldn't believe how many advetures she's had through the years!!

You might have seen us at local car shows around North Bristol.

The Little Blue Car and Santa's Christmas Adventure!

14/12/2024

Good evening and a huge welcome back to the show, I hope you’ve had a great day and you’re ready to kick back and relax with another episode of Brett’s old time radio show. Hello, I’m Brett your host for this evening and welcome to my home in beautiful Lyme Bay where it’s lovely December n...

13/12/2024

Good evening and a huge welcome back to the show, I hope you’ve had a great day and you’re ready to kick back and relax with another episode of Brett’s old time radio show. Hello, I’m Brett your host for this evening and welcome to my home in beautiful Lyme Bay where it’s lovely December n...

11/12/2024

Good evening, dear listeners, and welcome back to another thrilling episode of Brett’s Old Time Radio Show. I hope you've had a wonderful day and you're ready to unwind, relax, and join me for a captivating journey back in time. Here at my home in beautiful Lyme Bay, it’s a lovely December eveni...

11/12/2024

Hello, I'm Brett and I'll be your host for these amazing Old Time Radio Shows :) Dangerous Assignment was a thrilling NBC radio drama that captivated audiences from 1949 to 1953, starring the dynamic Brian Donlevy as the fearless U.S. special agent Steve Mitchell. It was broadcast across a range of....

10/12/2024

Good evening and a huge welcome back to the show, I hope you’ve had a great day and you’re ready to kick back and relax with another episode of Brett’s old time radio show. Hello, I’m Brett your host for this evening and welcome to my home in beautiful Lyme Bay where it’s just perfect. I h...

09/12/2024

Good evening and a huge welcome back to the show, I hope you’ve had a great day and you’re ready to kick back and relax with another episode of Brett’s old time radio show. Hello, I’m Brett your host for this evening and welcome to my home in beautiful Lyme Bay where it’s lovely winters ni...

08/12/2024

Good evening and a huge welcome back to the show, I hope you’ve had a great day and you’re ready to kick back and relax with another episode of Brett’s old time radio show. Hello, I’m Brett your host for this evening and welcome to my home in beautiful Lyme Bay where it’s lovely December n...

08/12/2024

The episode "Shadows of Park Row: The Bristol Nightclub Murder" from Sunday Night Mystery explores the unsolved 2003 murder of Stephen Henry, a mob enforcer tied to Bristol's criminal underworld. Henry was shot three times outside The Level nightclub in what appeared to be a contract killing. Investigators believed the murder was connected to violent turf wars involving rival gangs and drug-related disputes.
Despite a large-scale investigation, multiple arrests, and a high-profile trial in 2005, no one was convicted. Testimonies painted a grim picture of Henry's life as an enforcer for alleged drug dealer Arif Dad and suggested the murder was retaliation orchestrated by rivals Hussain and Hadi. However, insufficient evidence and the complexities of Bristol's underworld led to acquittals, leaving the case unresolved.
The story raises questions about the failures of the investigation, the motivations behind the crime, and its lingering impact on Henry's family and the community. It underscores the enduring mystery of his death and the challenges of seeking justice in the shadowy realm of organized crime.
This episode underscores the enduring quest for answers and the shadows of uncertainty surrounding unsolved mysteries.
Brett ends the episode by reminding listeners of the importance of seeking justice for those lost to such tragic circumstances, and encouraging anyone with information to come forward.
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07/12/2024

Good evening and a huge welcome back to the show, I hope you’ve had a great day and you’re ready to kick back and relax with another episode of Brett’s old time radio show. Hello, I’m Brett your host for this evening and welcome to my home in beautiful Lyme Bay where it’s lovely December n...

06/12/2024

Good evening and a huge welcome back to the show, I hope you’ve had a great day and you’re ready to kick back and relax with another episode of Brett’s old time radio show. Hello, I’m Brett your host for this evening and welcome to my home in beautiful Lyme Bay where it’s lovely December n...

05/12/2024

Good evening, dear listeners, and welcome back to another thrilling episode of Brett’s Old Time Radio Show. I hope you've had a wonderful day and you're ready to unwind, relax, and join me for a captivating journey back in time. Here at my home in beautiful Lyme Bay, it’s a lovely December eveni...

04/12/2024

Good evening and a huge welcome back to the show, I hope you’ve had a great day and you’re ready to kick back and relax with another episode of Brett’s old time radio show. Hello, I’m Brett your host for this evening and welcome to my home in beautiful Lyme Bay where it’s lovely December n...

03/12/2024

Good evening and a huge welcome back to the show, I hope you’ve had a great day and you’re ready to kick back and relax with another episode of Brett’s old time radio show. Hello, I’m Brett your host for this evening and welcome to my home in beautiful Lyme Bay where it’s just perfect. I h...

02/12/2024

Good evening and a huge welcome back to the show, I hope you’ve had a great day and you’re ready to kick back and relax with another episode of Brett’s old time radio show. Hello, I’m Brett your host for this evening and welcome to my home in beautiful Lyme Bay where it’s lovely winters ni...