Episode 1

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Published on:

2nd Feb 2026

Case #1: The Last Toast

A lavish Georgian banquet. Fine wine poured. Civil smiles exchanged. By the end of the night, someone will pay the price.

In this debut episode of Murder Through Time, a single evening in Georgian Bath becomes a puzzle of motive and opportunity. Those gathered for the night find themselves caught in a web of resentment, secrecy, and quiet calculation, where even the smallest gesture may conceal intent.

Are you ready to catch the culprit?

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How to Play Along

As you listen, keep your ears sharp for clues — words chosen too carefully, silences that linger, objects out of place, and coincidences that refuse to be innocent. I’ll introduce you to the suspects, guide you through the setting, and walk you step by step through the events of the evening.

The method will reveal itself. Motives will surface, fracture, and collide.

Your task is to decide who caused the death — and why.

You’re welcome to take notes as we go. A scrap of paper will do. But beware. Not every clue leads to the truth. Red herrings linger in the shadows, waiting to pull you off course. When we reach the end, you’ll have a moment to lock in your verdict before the truth is revealed.

Think you can outwit the culprit? Let’s begin.

Created, written, and hosted by Carissa V.

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Music Attribution:

Dian Shuai/Gavotte de Papillons/courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Lennon Hutton/Static Breath/courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Christian Andersen/Final Days of Captivity/courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Intro & Outro:

Luella Gren/Midnight Wanderer/courtesy of Epidemic Sound

SFX Attribution:

All sound effects courtesy of Epidemic Sound

www.epidemicsound.com

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About the Podcast

Murder Through Time: A Whodunit Across the Centuries
Murder Through Time: A Whodunit Across the Centuries invites you to step inside the past and solve a crime as if you were really there. Each episode immerses you in a fully realized historical world, from the shadowed halls of Georgian mansions to the noise and intrigue of ancient streets and markets. As the story unfolds, you become the detective—following clues, weighing suspects, and piecing together the truth in real time. No submissions, no voting, no extra apps—everything happens in your mind as you listen, turning each episode into a personal detective experience. Whether you love history, mysteries, or stories that pull you inside the world, Murder Through Time makes every listen an interactive journey across eras. Think you can outwit the culprit? Then listen. Imagine. Investigate.

About your host

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Carissa Vikis

Hey there!
I'm Carissa, host, content creator, and producer of the indie podcast Beauty Unlocked.
Growing up, I was frequently compared and criticized for my looks and weight. This started the vicious cycle of being self-critical and loathing my body. I knew I wasn't the only one suffering from society's ridiculous notion of what "we should look like." I started digging deeper and researching various topics, and the rest is h(er)story!
Beauty Unlocked The Podcast aims to educate and bring awareness of our society's obsession with physical beauty and the emotional consequences these impossible beauty standards have. Beauty Unlocked's social media platform showcases not only my work but that of other artists, illustrators, and fellow podcasters that I admire and that share a similar message of inspiration, empowerment, positivity, and raising awareness on a variety of social issues.