Old Six Toes: How He Stopped Construction on the BBC

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Old Six Toes: How He Stopped Construction on the BBC

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Published on Aug 28, 2024, 6:00:00 PM
Total time: 00:29:53

Episode Description

In this fascinating episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the meticulous connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, presents the chilling tale of "Old Six Toes: How He Stopped Construction on the BBC." Set in old India, where an old man and a young wife create a deadly mix, this story reveals a murder most foul.

The episode takes listeners into the depths of a sinister plot, where Old Six Toes, a figure shrouded in mystery and fear, brings an entire construction project to a halt with a single, heinous act. Adapted from historical records by writers Morton Fine and David Friedkin, this episode captures the dark essence of betrayal and violence in a bygone era.

With a stellar cast including Jack Edwards, Jane Webb, and Lou Merrill, and narrated by the inimitable Bob Lemond, "Old Six Toes" is a gripping exploration of crime and punishment, made even more intense by the haunting musical score that accompanies each scene.

Keywords: "Old Six Toes Crime Classics," "March 17, 1954 episode," "Crime Classics podcast," "Indian crime history," "Thomas Hyland storytelling," "Morton Fine and David Friedkin writing."

Listen in as Thomas Hyland takes you back to old India to unravel the mystery of how one man’s actions stopped the BBC in its tracks.

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