This special episode takes listeners behind the scenes at CrimeCon UK and the True Crime Awards.

Listeners are treated to snippets of live sessions, personal reflections from podcasters, guests and organisers, offering a glimpse into the vibrant true crime community. This episode captures the excitement and camaraderie of the events, and showcases the diverse range of voices and perspectives that make up the true crime landscape.

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This episode of Scottish Murders explores the harrowing case of 16-year-old Diane Graham, tragically murdered in Dundee in 1971. The host scrutinises the contrasting narratives between the Law Killers book and period newspaper reports, questioning the detective's unexpected empathy for the killer. Listeners are taken through Diane's life, her last night out, and the swift arrest of her murderer. The episode reveals chilling details of the crime and its devastating impact on Diane's family, including her mother's untimely death. This episode challenges perceptions of media portrayal and compassion in criminal cases, leaving listeners to ponder the complexities of justice and empathy.

Scotland Then 1971: Dundee's Dark Days
This episode of Scotland Then explores historical events from 1971, focusing on crimes in Dundee and Glasgow. The episode covers unsolved murders, including James Keltie’s case, and violent incidents involving children. It highlights a series of deaths in Dundee, detailing specific cases and their outcomes. The podcast also touches on lighter topics, like the "Ice Cream Bandit" story. 

The Chinese Community's Wall of Secrecy: The Brutal Murder of Philip Wong
This episode of Scottish Murders explores the unresolved 1985 murder of Kwong ‘Philip’ Wong, a prominent Chinese businessman in Glasgow. It explores the rise of triad gangs in Scotland during the 1970s-80s and their impact on the Chinese community. It explores Philip’s rise as a respected community leader, his involvement in exposing extortion schemes, and relationship with triad groups, and the brutal attack that ended his life.

It examines various theories behind the murder, including triad rivalries and business disputes, while highlighting the challenges faced by investigators due to a wall of silence within the Chinese community. The episode also touches on the broader impact of triad activities in Scotland and the ongoing efforts to solve this decades-old unresolved case.

Scotland Then: From Stripteases to Stabbings
In this "Scotland Then" episode we explore historical events from October 1985. We cover diverse stories, including a Yorkshire visitor's misadventures in Oban, a tragic fatal accident due to a misplaced breathing tube, a fatal wedding day altercation, two murders involving young perpetrators, and a museum T-shirt design competition.
The episode highlights the challenges of finding complete information on historical events, and encourages listener engagement regarding the T-shirt competition outcome.

Part 1 - The Unsolved Murder of George Murdoch Revisited: A Family's Quest for Justice:
In this special update episode of Scottish Murders, host Dawn revisits the unsolved 1983 murder of Aberdeen taxi driver George Murdoch, exploring the family's relentless quest for justice. Dawn speaks with George's nephew Alex and his wife Robina, who have worked tirelessly to keep the case in the public eye and their efforts in doing this are discussed, including media campaigns, TV appearances and collaborations with the police. The episode highlights significant developments, such as the 2015 lead involving a man wearing an Iron Maiden t-shirt, the release of a key photo in 2023, and the impact of a former prisoner's perspective on the case. Dawn also speaks with Ryan, host of Who is the Cheesewire Killer, who shares insights from his conversations with Alex, Robina and George’s neighbour at the time of his murder, a 13 year old boy who saw George as a grandfather figure. Theories about the killer's potential profile and motivations are explored, new perspectives are discussed, and myths about the case are debunked.

This episode is a heartfelt call for anyone with information to come forward and help solve this decades-old mystery.

Part 2:
The Unsolved Murder of George Murdoch Revisited: A Family's 40-Year Search for Answers - Part2
This episode revisits the unsolved 1983 murder of Aberdeen taxi driver George Murdoch. It covers recent developments including DNA evidence, familial DNA testing, and rewards. George's nephew, Alex, and Alex’s wife, Robina, discuss their ongoing campaign to find the killer, including tips received through social media. The podcast explores theories about the murderer's profile and motivations. It emphasises the impact on George's wife Jessie and appeals for anyone with information to come forward, even anonymously, stressing that every lead is taken seriously in the hope of finally solving this over 40-year-old cold case.