In late 1888, five women were brutally murdered in a slum neighbourhood of London. The violent killer earned himself a nickname - Jack the Ripper. But everything you think you know about the murders and those murdered women is wrong.
In a new 15-part series, historian Hallie Rubenhold tells you the real story of those victims and how they came to be in the path of a serial killer - completely overturning the Ripper story we've been told up until now.
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09/21/21 • 4 min
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Transcript Summary
In the upcoming episode titled "Bad Women: The Ripper Retold coming October 5," journalist Hallie Ribbin Hold takes a fresh perspective on the notorious unsolved crimes committed by Jack the Ripper in London in 1888. Rather than perpetuating the myth that the victims were merely prostitutes, Ribbin Hold highlights their rich and intriguing lives, aiming to give a voice to the murdered women. Despite facing backlash from Ripper experts, she delves into meticulous research to shed light on the truth and challenge the existing narrative surrounding these brutal killings. This episode promises to challenge our preconceived notions about Jack the Ripper and offers a compelling reexamination of the case.
Transcript
Pushkin. It's a bad habit we have we tell the tale of the murderer and not the murdered. The clock on Whitechapel Church was striking half past two when Ellen Holland watched her friend Polly Nichols sway off into the darkness.
Speaker 1Polly was drunk, penniless and broken. She was inconsequential in the minds of most people she met, but she was about to cross paths was someone who would give her a gr
Bad Women: The Ripper Retold coming October 5 Top Questions Answered
Who were the victims of Jack the Ripper in 1888?
Polly Nichols and four other women were brutally killed in London in 1888, and their murders were attributed to Jack the Ripper.
How were the Jack the Ripper victims killed?
The victims were brutally killed, but the specific method of killing varied from victim to victim.
Was Jack the Ripper's identity ever discovered?
No, the identity of Jack the Ripper has never been conclusively determined.
What did historian Hallie Rubenhold discover about the victims?
Hallie Rubenhold discovered that the lives of the victims had not been thoroughly researched and that many misconceptions existed about them.
Were the victims engaged in prostitution?
Contrary to popular belief, the victims were not killed while engaging in prostitution.
What is the purpose of the podcast about Jack the Ripper?
The podcast aims to challenge the misconceptions surrounding the Ripper case and shed light on the lives of the murdered women.
Why has Hallie Rubenhold's research faced backlash?
Hallie Rubenhold's research has faced backlash from Ripper experts who may disagree with her findings or approach.
Why does Hallie Rubenhold believe it is important to discuss the victims?
Hallie Rubenhold believes it is important to discuss the victims and challenge existing views to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the Ripper case.
What is the title of the podcast episode?
The title of the podcast episode is "Bad Women: The Ripper Retold coming October 5".
When did the murders attributed to Jack the Ripper occur?
The murders attributed to Jack the Ripper occurred in 1888 in London.
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