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The mystery book podcast for amateur sleuths. We find and celebrate Queens of Crime. New episodes every other Monday.

We investigate a real-life case using advice from murder mystery authors (and with the help of our feline sidekick- Hercule).

22/05/2024

We shouldn't have given Insta responsibility to Hercule...Better late than never! If you haven't already then...

Join us in this Cape Town caper, representing rich female friendships- The Lazarus Effect by H.J. Golakai.

NB- there is swearing from the start. We don't reveal whodunnit but there are some minor plot reveals.

In Mystery Business, we debrief on our recent sleuthing experience in Harrogate, run by at the Old Swan Hotel, and what we refer to as Snake Gate.

In TV Tattle, we share our verdict on South African mystery series, Recipes for Love and Murder.

We also discuss frenemies, rooibos tea and H.J. Golakai's unusual interests.

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25/03/2024

New episode 🔎 Join us in 1890s Kraków where bored socialite, Zofia Turbotynska, turns amateur sleuth. In a podcast first, this book is written by two men under a pen name inspired by their female ancestors.

NB- excellent swearing from the start.

We don’t reveal whodunnit but there are some minor plot reveals.

In Mystery Business, we reminisce on our trip to Kraków including Maddy’s rage at spa etiquette.

In TV Tattle, we share our verdict on arthouse film, ⁠The Double Life of Veronique ⁠

We also discuss faux salmon, mischievous nuns and doppelgängers.

07/03/2024

New episode 🔍 Join us in 1920s Bangalore for the first Kaveri Murthy mystery- ⁠The Bangalore Detectives Club by Harini Nagendra.⁠

No spoilers- we don’t reveal whodunnit.

In Mystery Business, we give a shout-out to fan of the show, Mads’ sister Jac, who also gifted this book to her.

In TV Tattle, we share our thoughts on the first episode of ⁠DI Ray⁠ featuring the excellent ⁠Parminder Nagra⁠. In Purrcule Pawrot, Hercule continues to be bullied by Invader Cat.

We also discuss ⁠Risky Business⁠, finger printing and silk swimming costumes.

22/02/2024

Join us in rural Quebec for the first Inspector Armand Gamache mystery- Still Life by Louise Penny.

This is a book from one of our top 5 listener countries. Thank you/merci beaucoup to any listeners in Canada. 🇨🇦

No spoilers- we don’t reveal whodunnit.

In Mystery Business, it is vive l’amour as we discuss top TV genres to cement relationships.

In TV Tattle, Hans share her verdict on the 2013 film adaptation of ⁠Still Life: A Three Pines Mystery.⁠

We also discuss bed & brunch, liquorice pipes and archery.

What’s with the music on this post? Read the book to find out…

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09/02/2024

Join us for a Scottish thriller by one of our Queens of Crime, ⁠The Distant Echo⁠, by Val McDermid. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
We are also joined by a special guest, Rose.

Spoilers! We do reveal whodunnit, so watch/read before you listen if you don’t want to ruin the surprise.

No Mystery Business today given that we are joined by a guest.

In TV Tattle, we compare notes on the dramatisation of ⁠The Distant Echo⁠, which you can find on ITVX.

We also discuss paint databases, Han-approved baths and friends called Dave. from was our first ever guest back in season 1.

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23/01/2024

Join us for a Hamburg-based thriller and first in the Chastity Riley series. ⁠Blue Night by Simone Buchholz⁠⁠⁠

This is a book from one of our top 5 listener countries, Germany 🇩🇪 Danke schön und entschuldigung für unseren schrecklichen akzent.

No spoilers- we don’t reveal whodunnit.

In Mystery Business, Mads reveals how ⁠Murdle ⁠ could help in solving our case. Han blows her own logic puzzle trumpet.

In TV Tattle, we share our verdict on gritty crime drama, ⁠Inspector Falke⁠.

Purrcule Pawrot sees Hercule engaged in a battle of wits with a classic foe.

We also discuss ‘eau de pub’, Herman ze German and a ginger cat called Elliot.

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10/01/2024

Join us for our first book of 2024, an Australian read focusing on the Vietnamese community; ⁠All That’s Left Unsaid, by Tracey Lien⁠.

No spoilers- we don’t reveal whodunnit.

In Mystery Business, we talk about the new series of ⁠Traitors⁠ and the excellent game, ⁠Werewolves / Mafia⁠.

In TV Tattle, we reminisce about ⁠Neighbours⁠ storylines of old.

We also discuss 90s throwbacks such as magnetic earrings, 2024 slogans and Pho. There is also an on-air discussion about the return of the Little Blue Book to Han’s care.

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22/12/2023

Join us for our festive episode with ⁠A Surprise for Christmas and Other Seasonal Mysteries. ⁠This is from the British Library Crime Classics series and edited by Martin Edwards.

We focus on the four stories written by women:

- The Black Bag Left on a Doorstep - Catharine Louisa Pirkis

- Death on the Air- Ngaio Marsh

- On Christmas Day in the Morning- Margery Allingham

- Give Me a Ring - Anthony Gilbert

No spoilers- we don’t reveal whodunnit.

In Mystery Business, we talk about new books inspired by Agatha Christie and Mads wins at Secret Santa.

In TV Tattle, we recommend mysteries for post Christmas viewing.

We also exchange badinage on pantomimes, olden times Christmas games and pints of cream.

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22/11/2023

New episode 🔎 Join us for an immersive Italian mystery with a young private detective. We apologise to any Italian listeners for our terrible accents…

We reveal whodunnit, so read before you listen if you don't want the ending ruined!

In Mystery Business, Han shares an excellent unmasking of a petty criminal in her local area.

In TV Tattle, we unpick the characters and gorgeous setting of ⁠The White Lotus Season 2⁠ .

We also discuss pudding names, night owls vs morning larks and ⁠New Radicals⁠. Grazie to for terrific tiramisu.

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This book explores the impact of a su***de. If you or someone you know are having feelings of despair, there is help. You can call ⁠Samaritans⁠ 116 123, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

14/11/2023

New episode 🔍 Join us for a dive into the murky underworld of the 1930s shipping industry.

We don't reveal whodunnit but there are some minor plot spoilers.

In Mystery Business, Han reveals some recently acquired green Penguin Crime Classics.

In TV Tattle, we are delighted by the whimsy of ⁠The Wheel Spins (The Lady Vanishes)⁠. It is a pleasing throwback to a pre-podcast read.

We also discuss ⁠Race Across the World,⁠ ⁠Only Murders in the Building ⁠and classic ⁠Jonathan Creek.

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27/10/2023

New episode 🔍 Mes amies, it's here.

We reflect on the findings of our 3 year investigation into the case of the missing salmon.

We create a visual map and detailed timeline. We test the top theories and suspects.

Who had the means, motive and opportunity? How was the salmon swiped at such speed? And who, oh who, is Gertrude?

Listen in for shocking revelations, psychological analysis and silly shenanigans.

Case Notes: A Beautiful Mind is available wherever you podcast. Link in bio 🎧

…you might want to hear our verdict on your suspect status…

12/10/2023

New episode 🔍 Join us for a chilling exploration of lust and jealousy in 1960s Tokyo.

We don't reveal whodunnit but there are some minor plot spoilers.

In Mystery Business, there is an apology for an incident with tempura prawns. (Swipe left for the feast linked to said incident 🍤)

TV Tattle is both amazing and infuriating in equal measure. We swap notes on the soundtrack to ⁠Playgirl⁠ and a tantalising mention of ⁠The Lady Killer⁠ film.

In Case Notes, we wonder whether the culprit will strike again at Maddy's wedding.

We also discuss blood types, serious names and gripping twists.

Link in bio. Available wherever you podcast 🎧

27/05/2023

Mes Amies, we’ve been AWOL on the socials. But we’re back with a *giveaway*! 📚

Would you like a copy of The London Eye Mystery by Siobhan Dowd? Follow us, follow and comment below with your favourite Queen of Crime. Hercule will then pick a winner next weekend 🐈

For UK only this time. And copy is pre-loved by Han.

Want to know more about the book? Well, there’s an episode (of course!).

Join us for YA adventure with sleuthing siblings- The London Eye Mystery by Siobhan Dowd

We don't reveal whodunnit but there are minor plot spoilers.

In Mystery Business, it's all about Queens of Crime. There is Ags trivia and verdicts on latest Ovidia Yu.

In Case Notes, a chance sighting complicates one of our most popular theories.

We also discuss winking, dingbats and spontaneous combustion.

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Giveaway is by us - not Instagram.

03/05/2023

For yesterday, Happy Birthday to Sir David Suchet! 🎂 🎉 🥳

He will always be our Poirot.

Why not celebrate with our bonus episode on Poirot and more? Link in the bio, Mes Amies 🎧

We raise a glass of creme de menthe in his honour.

Salut! 🥂

17/04/2023

New-ish episode🔎

Join us for the first in the Ali Rush mystery series, following the LAPD bike-cop in her first homicide case - Murder on Bamboo Lane by Naomi Hirahara.

We don't reveal whodunnit.

In Mystery Business, we are joined by special guest, CeeCee (aka the Wine Butler). He debriefs on an immersive murder mystery, Cyanide at the Speakeasy. This is a fabulous theatre piece by

We also reflect on the rarity that is a crime-solving trio, or indeed quartet or larger! We challenge listeners to find such a thing.

In Purrcule Pawrot, Maddy has a few brief words on our feline friend.

We also discuss the use of CI's* and the delights of Snapple and butter ramen.

*Confidential Informants for non-sleuths out there.

A shout-out also to .london ; an excellent local independent bookshop. It specialises in non-fiction, but also stocks other genres, including murder mysteries.

28/03/2023

New-ish episode 🔎 we’ve been a bit AWOL but this gem is available for your listening pleasure.

Join us for the second Perveen Mistry adventure in 1920s India- The Satapur Moonstone by Sujata Massey.

We don't reveal whodunnit but there are some plot spoilers.

In Mystery Business, we discuss sleuthing shows that are perfect Friday night fodder.

Case Notes is an analysis of the latest development from the Schmeozzle.

In Purrcule Pawrot, we reminisce about the late, great Hastings the cat. This leads us to his hapless namesake, Captain Hastings from Agatha Christie's Poirot.

We also discuss the poison chalice of celebrity, palanquin rides and fake monkeys.

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02/03/2023

Latest episode 🔍

Celebrate with a gruesome golden age mystery from one of our Queens of Crime - Death of Jezebel by Christianna Brand.

We don't reveal whodunnit but there are some plot spoilers.

In Mystery Business, we discuss the American version of The Traitors, featuring the very excellent Alan Cummings.

In Purrcule Pawrot, Maddy reveals that Hercule is suffering from separation anxiety. There is also disappointment about the representation of a TV cat in Extraordinary.

We also talk about an international trip, May Queens and spreading the Queens of Crime word.

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12/12/2022

New episode 🔎 Join us for a podcast first as we venture into a collection of mysteries, Marple: Twelve New Stories from .

The twelve writers are Val McDermid, and

No spoiler alert! We do not reveal whodunnit for any of the stories. However, we do reveal our favourite stories.

In Mystery Business, there is a request for the show's 2 year anniversary and a spooky schemozzle from our NZ ami,

Case Notes and Purrcule Pawrot are short and sweet.

We also discuss how to be a domestic goddess, how to wield a hatpin and how (not) to play snapdragon.

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29/11/2022

New episode 🔍

Join us for a spooky frolic with a formidable red-headed amateur sleuth. We review While the Patient Slept by Mignon G. Eberhart.

No spoiler alert! We do not reveal whodunnit.

In Mystery Business, we talk about reality TV show, The Mole and our compatability for Hunted.

In Case Notes there is a Major Development.

We also discuss bats, clothing-based sleuthing tips, and the art of violin maintenance.

Available wherever you podcast. Link in bio 🎧

28/09/2022

New episode 🔎 ‘Bossy women never get murdered’

We’re back! Kicking off Season 4 with our OG Queen of Crime.

Join us for a classic Marple with an unusual motive - The Mirror Crack’d from Side to Side by Agatha Christie.

No spoiler alert! We don’t reveal whodunnit.

In a bumper edition of Mystery Business, there is exploration of an odd event related to photo 2 (swipe left) and review of Ags TV.

We also discuss poking about bathrooms, becoming mystery world experts and avoiding ‘madly irritating’ Miss Knights.

Photo of copy of The Mirror Crack’d on background of bright pink pyjamas by printed with vintage Agatha Christie book covers. Courtesy of show ami - merci!

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06/09/2022

New episode 🔎

Join us for our bi-annual celebratory shemozzle! We reflect on another season of sleuthing in our 50th episode.

We mull on our initial expectations of the show, and finally recreate the scene of the crime.

Captain Conundrum shares his insights as our Researcher/Esteemed Elder.

There are also never-heard-before clips from our Banter in the Library folder and our off-air voice notes.

There are no spoilers in this episode.

We also discuss Billy Bass, The Parent Trap and vegan sweets.

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First photo shows us mid-investigation. Maddy holds a paper printout of the missing salmon. Han looks on in a quizzical manner. Second photo is Maddy under the Brunel Museum sign.

Photo credits to

11/07/2022

Hello Mes Amies, hope you’re enjoying the sunshine.

We’re entering the International Women’s Podcast awards in the Comedy Gold category. If there’s a particular moment in The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon that has made you laugh then let us know.
Merci beaucoup,

Han, Mads and Hercule xx

11/06/2022

We’re on our summer break.

Hercule remains at HQ. He’s yet to complete an edit…

However, never fear, mes amies! There are 49 episodes of The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon available wherever you podcast.

We’ll be back with the Summer Schmeozzle in August.

In the meantime, keep sleuthing!

06/06/2022

New episode 🔎'Bursars of Persephone College don't get murdered'.

Join us for an Oxford-based mystery, our final read of the season - Death on the Cherwell - Mavis Doriel Hay from .

Spoiler alert! We will be revealing whodunnit so read before you listen.

In Mystery Business, Maddy hands over all the treats. Han is delighted to receive green Penguin crime classics, and the new Agatha Christie t-shirt (from ).

We swap thoughts on Why Didn't They Ask Evans, currently on and Han shares her initial takeaways from Death in Paradise.

In Queens of Crime, Maddy enlightens Han with the details of the Wagatha Christie case. Han reveals some wild QofC social media interaction.

We also discuss secret societies, aggressive swans and winning over university porters.

Link in bio 🎧 available wherever you podcast.

02/06/2022

For and , it has to be a Queens of Crime

We have (ordered by size rather than any kind of preference):

- Sharna Jackson (resting on an Agatha Christie Coin)

- Christianna Brand

- P.D. James

- Ngaio Marsh

- E.C.R. Lorac

- Val McDermid

- Ovidia Yu

- Agatha Christie

- Barbara Neely

Find out more about why we think these authors deserve their crowns 👑 Each of them has (at least) one episode. Link in bio 🎧

26/05/2022

In a similar vein to The Master Key, we’ve chosen a book with formidable female protagonists.

For today’s , it’s The Pearl Thief by Elizabeth Wein.

In a strange coincidence, this was also discussed in a penultimate episode…

Swipe right for typed review (if you can’t decipher Han’s scrawl). ➡️

Have you read The Pearl Thief? What did you think, Mes Amies?

Check out Season 1, Episode 14 for our full verdict. We also discuss our love of ceilidhs and the mysterious ‘Gertrude’. FYI- we still don’t know her identity.

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23/05/2022

New episode 🔎 ‘Life is just a passing dream, and we are the toys of mocking fate.’

Join us for a female-led Japanese mystery with a gasp-worthy twist - The Master Key by Masako Togawa.

Spoiler alert! We will be revealing whodunnit so read before you listen.

In honour of this twisty read, there is no Mystery Business but we do have cameos from two amies ( and )

Our usual segments are replaced with an exclusive interview from Maddy's flat. We consult the wisdom of Helen (Hannah's Mum) on our oustanding questions about the book.

We also discuss cat messes, letters from old teachers and spooky seances.

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19/05/2022

It’s so for today’s , we’re picking a book that brought us all the joy.

It’s Tour de Force by Christianna Brand. We read it in the midst of lockdown when we both needed a lift. And oh, my did it deliver. We had to edit out long stretches of laughter.

The only slight issue with Tour de Force is that it’s not widely available. We hope it’s next on list…

In the meantime, check out Ebay and for vintage copies. Alternatively, we can lend our copies from the TUCOTMS library.

Swipe right for typed review (if you can’t decipher Han’s scrawl). ➡️

Have you read Tour de Force? What did you think, Mes Amies?

Check out Season 1, Episode 6 for our full verdict.

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