Episodes
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Join us for an extravagant Sri-Lankan mystery with twists and turns galore, You're Invited by Amanda Jayatissa.
We don't reveal whodunnit.
In Mystery Business, we thank some of our most loyal listeners and amies, and are delighted to have received our first fan merch.
In TV Tattle, Hannah shares her thoughts on the Columbo episode, Lovely But Lethal.
We also discuss big cheques, skin care in a podcast-first girl talk, and our joint fear of hippos.
Mystery Mentions
Knox's 10 Commandments of Detective Fiction
Gone Girl
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
In the mood for more mystery? Why not get in the mood for summer with Quo Vadis Baby?, our episode on an Italian mystery,.
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us for a thriller set in snowy Norway.
We don't reveal whodunnit but there are plot reveals in TV Tattle.
In Mystery Business, we review Cluedo 2: The Next Chapter at Richmond Theatre. We also defend one of our Queens of Crime from some uncalled for criticism.
In TV Tattle, there is an elefanten i rommet with MODUS (dramatised version of Fear Not)
We also discuss brunch, slush and satan's snacks.
Mystery Mentions
Clue film
The Bridge
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
Next read for 15th May: You're Invited by Amanda Jayatissa
TV Tattle: watch this space...
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode on Death Goes on Skis (also in a snowy setting)
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us in this Cape Town caper, representing rich female friendships.
NB- there is swearing from the start.
We don't reveal whodunnit but there are some minor plot reveals.
In Mystery Business, we debrief on our recent sleuthing experience in Harrogate, run by Tall Tale Mysteries at the Old Swan Hotel, and what we refer to as Snake Gate.
In TV Tattle, we share our verdict on South African mystery series, Recipes for Love and Murder.
We also discuss frenemies, rooibos tea and H.J. Golakai's unusual interests.
Mystery Mentions
E. C. R. Lorac
Barbara Neely
Aya de León - A Spy in The Struggle
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
Next read for 22nd April: Fear Not by Anne Holt
TV Tattle: MODUS (dramatised version of Fear Not), available on Amazon Prime
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode on While the Patient Slept (with another formidable female sleuth)
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us in 1890s Kraków where bored socialite, Zofia Turbotynska, turns amateur sleuth. In a podcast first, this book is written by two men under a pen name inspired by their female ancestors.
NB- excellent swearing from the start.
We don't reveal whodunnit but there are some minor plot reveals.
In Mystery Business, we reminisce on our trip to Kraków including Maddy's rage at spa etiquette.
In TV Tattle, we share our verdict on arthouse film, The Double Life of Veronique
We also discuss faux salmon, mischievous nuns and doppelgängers.
Mystery Mentions
Article on gay literary couple ‘Maryla Szymiczkowa’
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
Next read for 1st April: The Lazarus Effect- H.J. Golakai
TV Tattle: Recipes for Love and Murder
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode on The Circular Staircase (another sparky, middle-aged female sleuth)
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us in 1920s Bangalore for the first Kaveri Murthy mystery- The Bangalore Detectives Club by Harini Nagendra.
No spoilers- we don't reveal whodunnit.
In Mystery Business, we give a shout-out to fan of the show, Mads' sister Jac, who also gifted this book to her.
In TV Tattle, we share our thoughts on the first episode of DI Ray featuring the excellent Parminder Nagra. In Purrcule Pawrot, Hercule continues to be bullied by Invader Cat.
We also discuss Risky Business, finger printing and silk swimming costumes.
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
Next read for 18th March: Mrs Mohr Goes Missing by Maryla Szymiczkowa
TV Tattle: The Double Life of Veronique - available online at Curzon Online: https://homecinema.curzon.com/film/the-double-life-of-veronique/
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode on The Widows of Malabar Hill (also set in India)
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us in rural Quebec for the first Inspector Armand Gamache mystery- Still Life by Louise Penny
This is a book from one of our top 5 listener countries. Thank you/merci beaucoup to any listeners in Canada.
No spoilers- we don't reveal whodunnit.
In Mystery Business, it is vive l'amour as we discuss top TV genres to cement relationships.
In TV Tattle, Hans share her verdict on the 2013 film adaptation of Still Life: A Three Pines Mystery.
We also discuss bed & brunch, liquorice pipes and archery.
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
Next read for 4th March: The Bangalore Detectives Club by Harini Nagendra
TV Tattle: First episode of D.I. Ray
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode on While the Patient Slept - Mignon G. Eberhart (also in a rural setting)
Follow us on Instagram: @missingsalmoncase
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us for a Scottish thriller by one of our Queens of Crime, The Distant Echo, by Val McDermid. We are also joined by a special guest, Rose.
Spoilers! We do reveal whodunnit, so watch/read before you listen if you don't want to ruin the surprise.
No Mystery Business today given that we are joined by a guest.
In TV Tattle, we compare notes on the dramatisation of The Distant Echo, which you can find on ITVX.
Mystery Mentions
Ally Burns series (Val McDermid)
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
Next read for 19th February: Still Life by Louise Penny (also for TV tattle, the 2013 dramatisation available on AppleTV+)
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode on Booked for Murder (also by Val McDermid)
Follow us on Instagram: @missingsalmoncase
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us for a Hamburg-based thriller and first in the Chastity Riley series. Blue Night by Simone Buchholz
This is a book from one of our top 5 listener countries, Germany. Danke schön und entschuldigung für unseren schrecklichen akzent.
No spoilers- we don't reveal whodunnit.
In Mystery Business, Mads reveals how Murdle could help in solving our case. Han blows her own logic puzzle trumpet.
In TV Tattle, we share our verdict on gritty crime drama, Inspector Falke.
Purrcule Pawrot sees Hercule engaged in a battle of wits with a classic foe.
We also discuss 'eau de pub', Herman ze German and a ginger cat called Elliot.
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
Next read for 5th February: The Distant Echo by Val McDermid
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode on A Spy in the Struggle by Aya de Leon (another investigator facing an ethical dilemma)
Follow us on Instagram: @missingsalmoncase
Share with a friend: The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon
Nominate a Queen of Crime: [email protected]
This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us for our first book of 2024, an Australian read focusing on the Vietnamese community; All That's Left Unsaid, by Tracey Lien.
No spoilers- we don't reveal whodunnit.
In Mystery Business, we talk about the new series of Traitors and the excellent game, Werewolves / Mafia.
In TV Tattle, we reminisce about Neighbours storylines of old.
We also discuss 90s throwbacks such as magnetic earrings, 2024 slogans and Pho. There is also an on-air discussion about the return of the Little Blue Book to Han's care.
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
Next read for 22nd January: Blue Night by Simone Buchholz
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode on Murder is Easy by Elizabeth Ferrars, our first read of the 2022 new year.
Follow us on Instagram: @missingsalmoncase
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us for our festive episode with A Surprise for Christmas and Other Seasonal Mysteries. This is from the British Library Crime Classics series and edited by Martin Edwards.
We focus on the four stories written by women:
- The Black Bag Left on a Doorstep - Catharine Louisa Pirkis
- Death on the Air- Ngaio Marsh
- On Christmas Day in the Morning- Margery Allingham
- Give Me a Ring - Anthony Gilbert
No spoilers- we don't reveal whodunnit.
In Mystery Business, we talk about new books inspired by Agatha Christie. Maddy wins at Secret Santa.
In TV Tattle, we recommend mysteries for post Christmas viewing.
We exchange badinage on pantomimes, olden times Christmas games and pints of cream.
Mystery Mentions
Hercule Poirot’s Silent Night- Sophie Hannah
Agatha Christie - Lucy Worsley
At Bertram’s Hotel - Agatha Christie
The Leavenworth Case - Anna Katharine Green
The Case of the Late Pig - Margery Allingham
Portrait of a Murderer (A Christmas Crime Story) - Anne Meredith
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
Next read for 8th January: All That's Left Unsaid by Tracey Lien
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our other festive episodes - The Christmas Egg, The Santa Klaus Murder and Tied up in Tinsel
Follow us on Instagram: @missingsalmoncase
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us in a TUCOTMS first, with a re-read of a pre-podcast classic, Blanche on the Lam by Barbara Neely. We have a double-helping of Queens of Crime! Barbara, crowned in Season 2 with Blanche Cleans Up, and the protagonist Blanche; a queen in her own right. We are also joined by a special guest, friend of the show and Maddy's mum, Sue.
We reveal whodunnit, so read before you listen if you don't want the ending ruined! We also share spoilers for the film we discuss in TV Tattle, Widows.
In Mystery Business, Han shares a mystery relating to the book copies she acquired from the very excellent, Strand Books in New York.
In TV Tattle, we discuss the excellent acting of Viola Davis and our own personas in a heist scenario.
We also discuss time travel, the power of saunas and snapdragon (again).
Mystery Mentions
Ordeal by Innocence
(TV) - How to Get Away with Murder
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode Blanche Cleans Up - our first on-air foray into Barbara Neely.
Next episode we'll be reading A Surprise for Christmas and other Seasonal Mysteries, a British Library Crime Classic. Note that we will be discussing only those short stories written by women.
Follow us on Instagram: @missingsalmoncase
Share with a friend: The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us for an immersive Italian mystery with a young private detective.
We reveal whodunnit, so read before you listen if you don't want the ending ruined! We also share spoilers for the film, Widows.
In Mystery Business, Han shares an excellent unmasking of a petty criminal in her local area.
In TV Tattle, we unpick the characters and gorgeous setting of The White Lotus Season 2 .
We also discuss pudding names, night owls vs morning larks and New Radicals.
Mystery Mentions
Lindsay Gordon Series - Val McDermid
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
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In the mood for more mystery? Check out episode on the The Skull Beneath the Skin, where we also follow a female detective.
Next episode we'll be reading Blanche on the Lam by one of our Queens of Crime, Barbara Neely, and watching Widows, starring the brilliant Viola Davis.
Follow us on Instagram: @missingsalmoncase
Share with a friend: The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon
Nominate a Queen of Crime: [email protected]
This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us for a dive into the murky underworld of the 1930s shipping industry.
We don't reveal whodunnit but there are some minor plot spoilers.
In Mystery Business, Han reveals some recently acquired 1970s Elizabeth Ferrars novels.
In TV Tattle, we are delighted by the whimsy of The Lady Vanishes. It is a pleasing throwback to a pre-podcast read, The Wheel Spins
We also discuss Race Across the World, Only Murders in the Building and classic Jonathan Creek.
Mystery Mentions
Murder In Time, The Cup and the Lip, and Alive and Dead - All by Elizabeth Ferrars
Christianna Brand - London Particular
The Horizontal Man - Helen Eustis
Bats in the Belfry - E. C. R. Lorac
The Pearl Thief - Elizabeth Wein
Just William - Richmal Crompton
The Mousetrap and Spider's Web - both plays by Agatha Christie
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
In the mood for more mystery? Check out episode on London Particular, another London-based treat, where the fog also plays a key role!
Follow us on Instagram: @missingsalmoncase
Share with a friend: The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Mes amies, it's here. We reflect on the findings of our 3 year investigation into the case of the missing salmon.
We create a visual map and detailed timeline. We test the top theories and suspects.
Who had the means, motive and opportunity? How was the salmon swiped at such speed? And who, oh who, is Gertrude?
Listen in for shocking revelations, psychological analysis and silly shenanigans.
Reminder on suspects/witness list
MK- Hannah's brother and Blom - his friend
Papa K or PK- Hannah's Dad
A1 aka Ceecee/Wine Butler- Hannah's husband
Ollie- Hannah's cousin- confirmed saw salmon
And if you have no idea about the background to this case...Listen in to Season 1 (from Episode 2).
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Join us for a chilling exploration of lust and jealousy in 1960s Tokyo.
We don't reveal whodunnit but there are some minor plot spoilers.
In Mystery Business, there is an apology for an incident with tempura prawns.
TV Tattle is both amazing and infuriating in equal measure. We swap notes on the soundtrack to Playgirl and a tantalising mention of The Lady Killer film.
In Case Notes, we wonder whether the culprit will strike again at Maddy's wedding.
We also discuss blood types, serious names and gripping twists.
Mystery Mentions
The Master Key - Masako Togawa (our episode here)
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
Give blood
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our other episode on Masako Togawa- The Master Key or Green for Danger by Christianna Brand (for similar twists and turns in a Kent hospital during the Blitz)
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Hope you enjoy listening to the trailer. If you would prefer to read then here is the transcript:
Hello, my name is Maddy and I’m Hannah, we are reading-partners-in-crime. We investigate a real-life case using advice from murder mystery authors. We review a book, find the sleuthing tips and hopefully, solve the case. Welcome to the Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon.
In Season 5, we will travelling around the world in 15 mysteries. We also have an exciting new feature, TV Tattle. This is alongside the golden oldies of Queens of Crime and Case Notes. We are *still* investigating the pesky missing salmon.
And all amateur sleuths need a sidekick so we will be joined by our feline ami, Hercule. And (of course) there will be all kinds of Mystery Business, expert guests and special bonus episodes.
Season 5 sounds like an absolute corker! Doesn’t it just?
We can’t wait for you, Mes Amies to join us. Welcome to Season 5 of The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon.
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us for an iconic, international train journey with a sassy Poirot. It's Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie
Spoiler alert- we reveal whodunnit.
In Mystery Business, Han quizzes Mads on Ags facts from a LRB podcast episode.
In our new feature, TV Tattle, we swap notes on the Peter Ustinov and David Suchet versions of the book.
In Case Notes, Han takes a tip from Poirot.
And in Purrcule Pawrot, Hercule executes his own form of justice.
We also discuss moustaches, live-in masseuses and the importance of dressing gowns.
Mystery Mentions
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our other episodes on Agatha Christie
Follow us on Instagram: @missingsalmoncase
Share with a friend: The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon
Nominate a Queen of Crime: [email protected]
This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us for our bi-annual celebratory shemozzle!
In a series first, we have an in-person planning meeting for Season 5. Mads gives Han an essential item for any good sleuth, donated by a fan of the show. There is also a throwback to former show sidekick, Hastings, of whom Mads sees a doppelganger.
There are never-heard-before clips from our Banter in the Library folder. There are no spoilers in this episode.
We also discuss the Caribbean of Scotland, hypnotism and the big stage that is Croydon.
Mystery Mentions
The London Eye Mystery - Siobhan Dowd
Marple: 12 New Stories
Next book: Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our Summer Schmeozzle
Follow us on Instagram: @missingsalmoncase
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Tell us your Hall of Fame reads: [email protected]
This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us for a 1920s mystery of speakeasy sleuthing - Harlem Sunset by Nekesa Afia
We don't reveal whodunnit but there are minor plot spoilers.
In Mystery Business, we're thrilled by a Queen of Crime quest at Strand Bookstore, NYC.
In Case Notes, our jaded lead investigator receives a pep talk from a new supporter.
Purrcule Pawrot involves a 'ticked off' Hercule.
We also discuss feuding, reading tea leaves and ironing shoelaces.
Despite the background noises, no clangers were harmed in the making of this episode.
Mystery Mentions
Blanche on the Lam - Barbara Neely (our episode on Blanche Cleans Up)
Dead Dead Girls- Nekesa Afia
AOB: All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode on Backdrop to Murder - Persia Walker (also 1920s mystery with a female lead)
This is the last episode of Season 4. As always, thank you for listening, Mes Amies. Watch this space for the Summer Schemozzle and Season 5 in September. And in the meantime, keep sleuthing!
Follow us on Instagram: @missingsalmoncase
Share with a friend: The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon
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This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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Join us for YA adventure with sleuthing siblings- The London Eye Mystery by Siobhan Dowd
We don't reveal whodunnit but there are minor plot spoilers.
In Mystery Business, it's all about Queens of Crime. There is Ags trivia and verdicts on latest Ovidia Yu.
In Case Notes, a chance sighting complicates one of our most popular theories.
We also discuss winking, dingbats and spontaneous combustion.
Mystery Mentions
The Murder on the Links, Death on the Nile, Evil Under the Sun, The Mysterious Affair at Styles - Agatha Christie
Su Lin Mystery Series - Ovidia Yu (mentioned on this episode: The Frangipani Tree Mystery, The Mimosa Tree Mystery and The Mushroom Tree Mystery)
AOB: Siobhan Dowd Trust and All Good Bookshop - order with Hannah or through our online bookshelf at LitaList
Next book for 15th May: Harlem Sunset by Nekesa Afia
In the mood for more mystery? Check out our episode on High Rise Mystery- Sharna Jackson (also set in London with sleuthing sisters)
Follow us on Instagram: @missingsalmoncase
Share with a friend: The Unsolved Case of the Missing Salmon
Nominate a Queen of Crime: [email protected]
This podcast is created, produced and edited by Maddy Berry and Hannah Knight. Our music is sourced from Melody Loops and composed by Geoff Harvey.
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