Edward Dando wasn’t your average thief—he was a man possessed by an unrelenting hunger for oysters… and a complete disregard for paying the bill.

In this episode of Macabre Mini Mysteries from Macabre London, we explore the life and crimes of Edward Dando: the Regency glutton who scandalised polite society by stealing and devouring shocking amounts of shellfish.

Discover why oysters were once cheaper than chips, how Dando became a curious celebrity in London’s courts, and the sad truth behind his unstoppable appetite.

For lovers of strange true crime, forgotten history, and the darker corners of London’s past, this is one feast you won’t want to miss.

Subscribe now and join us each week for more mini mysteries from the heart of London’s macabre history.

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Weekly Times (London) - Sunday 02 September 1832

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Dando

https://www.reddit.com/r/todayilearned/comments/11t90bm/til_edward_dando_was_a_legendary_thief_known_for/

https://archive.org/details/blackwoodsmagazi88edinuoft/page/617/mode/1up

https://archive.org/details/lettersofcharles00dickiala/

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Before the crisp uniforms and community smiles, London’s very first police officers were anything but respectable. In this episode of Macabre London, we uncover the outrageous early days of the Met — when public trust was low, tempers were high, and a night on the beat often ended in a fight outside the pub.

From riotous mobs to internal corruption, discover how Britain’s most iconic police force was built by brawlers, not by-the-book officers.

We look into the horrifying bloody code years, the 200 offences you could be hanged for and the tireless work of Elizabeth Fry and Robert Peel to reform not only prisons but also to try and establish a police force.

Before the crisp uniforms and community smiles, London’s very first police officers were anything but respectable. In this episode of Macabre London, we uncover the outrageous early days of the Met — when public trust was low, tempers were high, and a night on the beat often ended in a bar fight.

From riotous mobs to internal corruption, discover how Britain’s most iconic police force was built by brawlers, not by-the-book officers.

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https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofEngland/Bloody-Code-History/

http://www.policehistory.com/early.html

https://www.theguardian.com/news/1830/nov/13/mainsection.fromthearchive

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In 1828, a grand celebration marked the trial of Britain’s first passenger railway—but by the end of the day, one of the country’s most powerful men was dead. William Huskisson, MP, was struck by The Rocket in a gruesome accident that unfolded in front of the Duke of Wellington and dozens of shocked onlookers.

As the wheels of progress crushed Huskisson’s leg and his legacy, rumours of hauntings began to follow the railway line. Was his death just an unfortunate error—or something more sinister?

Join me for a Macabre Mini Mystery exploring the moment technology turned deadly—and the ghost story it left behind.

🚂 Death on the tracks, ghosts in the tunnels, and the day progress demanded a price.

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Before Scotland Yard... before the Met Police... there was chaos.

In this episode of Macabre London, we uncover the wild, booze-soaked origins of Britain's very first police force – the Bow Street Runners. But these weren’t your average crimefighters. Oh no. These were drunken, brawling, and occasionally criminal men who blurred the lines between justice and disorder.

Led by an eccentric magistrate and paid with public funds (and sometimes beer), this ragtag group laid the foundations for modern policing... but not without raising a few eyebrows and knocking out a few teeth along the way.

🔪 Were they heroes? Hooligans? Or something much more complicated?

🕵️‍♀️ Join me as we delve into the weird and bloody history of the 1700s crime-fighting gang who were meant to protect the streets — but often caused just as much trouble.

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https://www.salisburycivicsociety.org.uk/news/unveiling-of-blue-plaque-friday-6th-january/

https://blog.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/2019/04/11/the-mysterious-affair-of-elizabeth-canning/

https://www.litencyc.com/php/stopics.php?rec=true&UID=1403

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Law_enforcement_in_the_United_Kingdom

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In this episode of Macabre London, we uncover the astonishing true story of the Chevalier d'Éon — a master spy, decorated soldier, and diplomat in 18th century France who became one of the first openly transgender or gender-nonconforming public figures in recorded history.

D'Éon led a double life in the shadowy world of Louis XV’s secret intelligence network, using diplomacy, disguise, and blackmail to survive the cutthroat politics of the French royal court. After years of military service and espionage, d’Éon stunned the world by publicly presenting as a woman — sparking international intrigue and political scandal.

But was this a revolutionary act of gender expression, or a carefully calculated move to protect royal secrets?

Join me as I explore D’Éon’s incredible life — from fencing duels and spy missions across Europe, to a post-mortem discovery that left Victorian London reeling. With themes of identity, survival, and political manipulation, this episode delves deep into one of history’s most fascinating and misunderstood figures.

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https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-incredible-chevalier-deon-who-left-france-as-a-male-spy-and-returned-as-a-christian-woman

https://royalarmouries.org/objects-and-stories/stories/the-amazing-life-of-chevaliere-deon

https://www.bbc.co.uk/reel/video/p0bzwxqy/the-chevalier-d-on-the-18th-century-transgender-spy

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Before London had the Met, it had chaos.

In this episode of Macabre London, we uncover the strange and often deadly story of how policing began in the city—from the drunken "Charlies" who fell asleep on the job, to the terrifyingly informal Hue and Cry system that let ordinary citizens legally execute criminals on sight. And let's not forget Jonathan Wild: the man who invented organised crime while pretending to be its biggest enemy.

Join me as we dig into the murky underworld of Georgian crime, shady law enforcement, the wilderness years of the gin craze and how all of this laid the foundation for modern policing... even if that foundation was built on fear, corruption, and a lot of laudanum.

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#MacabreLondon #TrueCrime #HistoryPodcast #LondonHistory #GeorgianCrime #PoliceHistory #DarkHistory #JonathanWild #TyburnTree

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hue_and_cry

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_de_Veil

https://thebathmagazine.co.uk/history-the-watchmans-sentry-box/

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LqTFxpVXMVbtBTZuQoCQxt8S-hfNWSfBJgNiJHtm7m0/edit?tab=t.0

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True crime lovers, horror fans, and mystery addicts – it’s time to get spooky! Join Nikki and Cheryl as they return for another chilling season of Killers, Cults & Queens!

This season, we’re diving deeper into the most twisted cult leaders, infamous serial killers, and bizarre conspiracy theories you won’t believe. From historic slashers to the murderer next door, expect shocking stories, eerie surprises, and spine-tingling twists. AND we've got plenty of new surprises for you... you won't want to miss it.

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☠️ Poisoned to Death in Plain Sight – Who Was The Croydon Poisoner? 💀

In the 1920s, an unknown killer stalked the quiet streets of Croydon, leaving a deadly trail of poisoned victims in their wake. But who was behind these sinister tea-time murders? Was it an elusive criminal mastermind, or did police completely miss the real killer who may have just been a little closer to home?

Join me on Macabre London as we uncover the twisted tale of The Croydon Poisoner—one of Britain’s most chilling unsolved mysteries.

🔪 If you love British true crime, unsolved mysteries, and historical murders, don’t miss this episode!

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https://agathachristie.fandom.com/wiki/The_Tragic_Family_of_Croydon

http://www.unsolved-murders.co.uk/murder-content.php?key=1449&termRef=Violet%20Emelia%20Sidney

http://strangeco.blogspot.com/2019/04/death-visits-birdhurst-rise-or-why-its.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8QQSR4uN3w

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