# 102. The Blackout Ripper

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Podcast: [Murder They Wrote with Laura Whitmore and Iain Stirling](https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-they-wrote-with-laura-whitmore-and-iain-stirling-6672378)
Published: 2026-01-19T06:00:00+00:00
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In February 1942, in the midst of the WW2 blackouts, four women are found brutally murdered in their homes. Laura explores whether the crimes are linked. And, if so, who was behind them? Murder They Wrote with Laura Whitmore and Iain Stirling is available twice a week on BBC Sounds. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode. Email us at lauraandiain@bbc.co.uk

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