Caught Up in Crime - SERIES 2 Trailer
Caught Up In Crime
SERIES 2 is coming! **Launch date - Tuesday 5th August** Caught Up in Crime tells the stories of ordinary people who find themselves in extraordinary situations. From historical tales of family intrigue to contemporary accounts from victims, witnesses and perpetrators - the series takes listeners right to the heart of the crime. Join me, Tom Clarke, for weekly episodes every Tuesday. If you have any story ideas for future episodes of Caught Up in Crime - you can email them to or contact me at Connect with me on Or Artwork by Music by ...
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BONUS EPISODE: Breaking the Law? Trump and the fight for the US judiciary
Caught Up In Crime
In this special bonus episode, Tom talks to legendary US civil rights attorney, Michael Sussman. The US judiciary is under pressure like never before. Messrs Trump, Vance and Musk have the knives out for progressive lawyers and judges - and the integrity and independence of the courts are being challenged daily. In a 45 year career, Michael’s tackled bureaucracy and injustice in his home state of New York - fighting for the rights of the most marginalised in society. At one point the threat to his life was so severe he had to have round the clock protection from the FBI. If you have...
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BONUS EPISODE: The Crime Beat
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In this special bonus episode, journalist Lauren Potts chats to Tom about death knocks, stolen Bakewell tarts, and her deep-dive investigation into two missing schoolboys that was read by more than a million people on the BBC website. Lauren worked as a Court and Crime reporter in Yorkshire before turning her hand to investigative reporting and feature writing for the BBC. Her freelance work has seen her published in the likes of National Geographic, Stylist, Refinery29, the i, and Time Out. Visit Lauren’s brand spanking new website: Or connect with her on If you have any...
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Hand of Fate
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There’s a house in Northampton that looks much like any other. But this house is unique. It is at the centre of a project to eliminate homelessness for prison leavers. A place that offers hope to men who have none. In the final episode of the series, follow the stories of two prison leavers and their extraordinary journeys towards rehabilitation. Visit If you have any story ideas for future episodes of Caught Up in Crime - you can email them to or contact me at Connect with me on Or Artwork by Music by Theme: Noir Guitar by Jonathan Boyle Tracks featured in...
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Enemy of the State
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Dr Aaron Lewis is a former pastor, prolific author, and human rights advocate. For decades, he has battled against public institutions and government officials in his home state of Connecticut, defending the voiceless against a system he believes is fundamentally corrupt. If you have any story ideas for future episodes of Caught Up in Crime - you can email them to . Connect with me on Or Artwork by Music by Theme: Noir Guitar by Jonathan Boyle Outro: Peace and Justice by The Commandeers Other tracks featured in this episode: Around the Edges by Mark Walloch...
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The Lathley Yarn
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For generations, Lynda McKean’s family have passed down the legend of their mysterious ancestor ‘Lathley’. Supposedly, he forfeited the family name and wealth after killing a man in a duel before fleeing to join Admiral Nelson’s ship The Victory. Years later, he returned to London and married a shoemaker’s daughter. Now, Lynda’s trying to track him down. If you have any story ideas for future episodes of Caught Up in Crime - you can email them to . Connect with me on Or Artwork by Music by Theme: Noir Guitar by Jonathan Boyle Tracks featured in this...
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The Woblong Flies Again
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In 1991, Miro Bouchakian invented a throw-and-catch toy called the Woblong. He dreamed of knocking the Frisbee off its perch, but soon found himself in hot water. Join us for a heady mix of dodgy dealings, murderous stockbrokers, and 90s nostalgia! If you want to join the Woblong generation, visit - you won’t regret it! If you have any story ideas for future episodes of Caught Up in Crime - you can email them to . Connect with me on Or Artwork by Music by Theme: Noir Guitar by Jonathan Boyle Tracks featured in this episode: Distant Tension by Alex Norton Magical Mischief by Jack...
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Banged Up
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Meet Andy. He was a normal guy with a loving family and a steady job, but he was hiding a dark secret. Before long, his life was spiralling out of control and he found himself in the dock at Southwark Crown Court looking at a five-year stretch at Her Majesty’s Pleasure. This is a story about how a single wrong turn can change a life forever. To find out more about Own Merit, visit . If you have any story ideas for future episodes of Caught Up in Crime - you can email them to . Connect with me on Or Artwork by Music by Theme: Noir Guitar by Jonathan Boyle...
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The Major and the Pop Pirate
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On midsummer’s night in 1966, two men come face-to-face at a picturesque cottage in a tiny Essex village. Only one of them comes out alive. This is an extraordinary story of stolen crystals and pirate radio; of bitter rivalry and dark family secrets. Order Susan Moore’s book - a dramatised account of the events of this episode. If you have any story ideas for future episodes of Caught Up in Crime - you can email them to Connect with Tom on Or Artwork by Music by Theme: Noir Guitar by Jonathan Boyle Tracks featured in this episode: Hostiles by Cosmo...
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Caught Up In Crime - Trailer
Caught Up In Crime
Caught Up in Crime tells the stories of ordinary people who find themselves in extraordinary situations. From historical tales of family intrigue to contemporary accounts from victims, witnesses and perpetrators - the series takes listeners right to the heart of the crime. Join host Tom Clarke for weekly episodes from 14th January 2025.
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Artwork by Spencer Wilson
Music by Premium Beat
Theme: Noir Guitar by Jonathan Boyle
Tracks featured in this episode:
- Wave of Doubts by High Street Music
- What Might Have Been by Taizo Audio
- Hangover Blues by Marc Walloch
- Word of Honor by Emmanuel Jacob
- Frame of Time by DarkBlue Studio
- The Vengeance by Mountaineer
- Journey Upstream by L-Ray Music
- Lost Out at Sea by Big Score Audio
- Hometown by L-Ray Music
- Violence Blooms by Flash Fluharty
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