Murder Junction

Murder Junction

British crime writers Vaseem Khan and Abir Mukherjee bring to life history’s most intriguing murders, true crime and fictional, in the company of the world’s best known crime writers. They make murder . . . fun.

Episodes

March 23, 2026 27 mins
In this episode we chat to the co-authors of the upcoming crime novel The Ending Writes Itself, V.E. Schwab and Cat Clarke - known as Evelyn Clarke. 
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode, we chat to bestselling thriller writer Sabine Durrant about her latest novel Dead Heat, and her delight in setting her murdery thrillers in sun-soaked destinations
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episde we chat to debut crime novelist M.K. Oliver about A Sociopath's Guide to a Successful Marriage, and the inspirations behind it, including the real Lalla Rookh who gives the book's protagonist her name. 
Listen
Mark as Played
In this epsiode we chat to crime writer Tim Weaver about his bestselling character, David Raker, who makes his appearance in a fifteenth novel 'The Lost Women'. 
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode we chat about Vaseem's new locked room mystery novel, The Edge of Darkness, set in the Naga Hills district of 1950s India, and discuss the infamous Battle of the Tennis Court that took place in the region during WW2
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode, we chat to celebrated crime writer Louise Welsh about her career and her latest novel The Cut Up. We discuss some of the most expensive books to be sold secondhand, and the death of playright Christopher Marlowe.
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode we talk to New York Times bestselling author Laura Dave about her new thriller The First Time I Saw Him ... and how she was cut out of a TV show based on her books 
Listen
Mark as Played
In the final episode of 2025, we are joined by writers AA Dhand and Imran Mahmood to review the year, discussing our favourite books and TV shows - and some we would rather not recommend.
Listen
Mark as Played
December 14, 2025 26 mins
In this episode, we look at the gruesome murder case of Sweet Fanny Adams and how the well known saying came to be,  
Listen
Mark as Played
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode we chat to crime writer Alexandra Benedict, dubbed the 'Queen of the Christmas Thriller' about her latest book The Christmas Cracker Killer
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode podcast host Abir Mukherjee introduces us to his latest bestselling Wyndham and Banerjee mystery, The Burning Grounds, and we dissect the true crime case of the Tri-State Cemetery Scandal
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode we discuss the publicaiton of Quantum of Menace, the first book in a new mystery series featuring Q from the Bond franchise. We also recall the true crime case of the poison-tipped umbrella, a Cold War assassination from the 1970s. 
Listen
Mark as Played
On this episode we chat to crime writing legend Peter James about his latest novel The Hawk is Dead, discuss royal glove making, and Peter tells us about the 'worst film ever made' - possibly one of his own. 
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode we talk to thriller writing legend Patricia Cornwell about her career and her most famous character, Kay Scarpetta, star of novels from the game changing Postmortem to her latest, Sharp Force - and a soon to be aired TV series featuring Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis.
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode we chat to crime writer Beth Lewis about her latest novel The Rush, discuss intrepid women in the wilderness, and the madness of the Yukon Gold Rush
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode we chat about the fifth Malabar House novel, City of Destruction, on its paperback release, and discuss a true life crime - The Baker Street Robbery - allegedly based on the Sherlock Holmes short story 'The Red-Headed League'
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode we chat to clinical psychologist turned crime writer Kingsley Pearson about his debut Flat 401, discuss digital psychology ... and rubber plantations in Sri Lanka. 
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode we chat to crime writer Heidi Amsinck about her Copenhagen-set crime novel Out of the Dark and life in the UK for a Danish-born journalist
Listen
Mark as Played
In this episode we chat to thriller writer Nick Harkaway about his latest novel, Karla's Choice, and ollowing in his father John Le Carré's footsteps by bringing George Smiley back to readers.
Listen
Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    Stuff You Should Know

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    Math & Magic: Stories from the Frontiers of Marketing with Bob Pittman

    How do the smartest marketers and business entrepreneurs cut through the noise? And how do they manage to do it again and again? It's a combination of math—the strategy and analytics—and magic, the creative spark. Join iHeartMedia Chairman and CEO Bob Pittman as he analyzes the Math and Magic of marketing—sitting down with today's most gifted disruptors and compelling storytellers.

    Betrayal Season 5

    Saskia Inwood woke up one morning, knowing her life would never be the same. The night before, she learned the unimaginable – that the husband she knew in the light of day was a different person after dark. This season unpacks Saskia’s discovery of her husband’s secret life and her fight to bring him to justice. Along the way, we expose a crime that is just coming to light. This is also a story about the myth of the “perfect victim:” who gets believed, who gets doubted, and why. We follow Saskia as she works to reclaim her body, her voice, and her life. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at betrayalpod@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram @betrayalpod and @glasspodcasts. Please join our Substack for additional exclusive content, curated book recommendations, and community discussions. Sign up FREE by clicking this link Beyond Betrayal Substack. Join our community dedicated to truth, resilience, and healing. Your voice matters! Be a part of our Betrayal journey on Substack.

    The Dan Bongino Show

    The Dan Bongino Show delivers no-nonsense analysis of the day’s most important political and cultural stories. Hosted by the former Deputy Director of the FBI, former Secret Service agent, NYPD officer, and bestselling author Dan Bongino, the show cuts through media spin with facts, accountability, and unapologetic conviction. Whether it’s exposing government overreach, defending constitutional freedoms, or connecting the dots the mainstream media ignores, The Dan Bongino Show provides in-depth analysis of the issues shaping America today. Each episode features sharp commentary, deep dives into breaking news, and behind-the-scenes insight you won’t hear anywhere else. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dan-bongino-show/id965293227?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4sftHO603JaFqpuQBEZReL?si=PBlx46DyS5KxCuCXMOrQvw Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/bongino?e9s=src_v1_sa%2Csrc_v4_sa_o

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2026 iHeartMedia, Inc.

  • Help
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • AdChoicesAd Choices