The Art of Crime

Gavin Whitehead

<p>The Art of Crime is a history podcast about the unlikely collisions between true crime and the arts. New theme each season.</p>

  • 2 minutes 33 seconds
    Raven - Trailer

    This week, I'm sharing the trailer for my brand-new podcast, Raven! Go check it out and make sure to subscribe, so you don't miss any episodes.

    18 February 2026, 11:45 am
  • 54 minutes 15 seconds
    The Den of Illustrious Thieves Re-Release (Madame Tussaud and the Chamber of Horrors)

    Today, I'm re-releasing episode 1 of Queen of Crime: Madame Tussaud and the Chamber of Horrors. More information--plus some very exciting updates--in the intro to the episode. I hope you enjoy, and if you haven't already, go back and listen to Queen of Crime--it's season 3 of this podcast!

    For show notes and full transcripts, visit www.artofcrimepodcast.com.

    If you'd like to support the show, please consider becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/artofcrimepodcast.

    11 February 2026, 11:45 am
  • 43 minutes 3 seconds
    The Nazi and the Psychiatrist

    Why did the Nazis commit their atrocities? After the end of World War II, American psychiatrist Douglas Kelley tried to answer this question at Nuremberg prison. During his time as chief psychiatrist there, Kelley examined high-ranking Nazis, including Hermann Göring, as they waited to stand trial for war crimes. Today, we're joined by Jack El-Hai, author of The Nazi and the Psychiatrist, a book about what Kelley learned from his conversations with Göring.

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    28 January 2026, 3:39 pm
  • 1 hour 7 minutes
    Atto the Castrato (Spy vs. Spy)

    In the early seventeenth century, Atto Melani gained international renown as a castrato singer, used his stature to spy on French courtiers, and even played a role in electing a new pope. Today, we're tjoined by Dr. Roger Freitas to talk about this remarkable figure.

    For show notes and full transcripts, visit www.artofcrimepodcast.com.

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    14 January 2026, 11:45 am
  • 49 minutes 16 seconds
    Mission: Implausible, Part Three (Spy vs. Spy)

    Having scored a trove of top-secret intelligence, Eppler and company desperately try to radio their findings to the German military. Unfortunately, their efforts explode in their face, to spectacular effect.

    Show notes and full transcripts available at www.artofcrimepodcast.com.

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    17 December 2025, 11:45 am
  • 27 minutes 12 seconds
    Mission: Implausible, Part Two (Spy vs. Spy)

    Having made it to Cairo and forged an alliance with megastar belly dancer Hekmet Fahmy, Nazi spy Johannes Eppler began snooping around for intelligence that could be of use to the Germans. Thanks to Hekmet, Eppler got his first major breakthrough in the case.

    For show notes and full transcripts, visit www.artofcrimepodcast.com

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    10 December 2025, 12:27 pm
  • 33 minutes 25 seconds
    Mission: Implausible, Part One (Spy vs. Spy)

    From an early age, Johannes Eppler yearned for adventure. It was for that reason more than any other that he agreed to spy for the Nazis. In 1942, he embarked on a dangerous mission to enter Egypt by way of the Western Desert, hoping to gather intelligence for the German military.

    Show notes and full transcripts available at www.artofcrimepodcast.com.

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    3 December 2025, 11:45 am
  • 1 hour 19 minutes
    Princess, Singer, Actress, Spy: Asmahan (Spy vs. Spy)

    In the 1930s, singer and actress Asmahan became one of the most beloved performers in the Arabic-speaking world. After the outbreak of World War II, she embarked on a secret mission to Syria to aid in the fight against Hitler.

    For show notes and full transcripts, visit www.artofcrimepodcast.com.

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    19 November 2025, 11:45 am
  • 1 hour 2 minutes
    The Art Spy (Spy vs. Spy)

    Today, we're joined by Michelle Young, author of a the brand-new nonfiction book, The Art Spy. It tells the amazing true story of Rose Valland, a museum professional who spied on the Nazis as they looted priceless artworks. To learn more about The Art Spy and the rest of Michelle's work, visit www.michelleyoungwriter.com .

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    5 November 2025, 11:45 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    From Lisbon With Love: Josephine Baker, Part Two

    After the Nazis invaded France in 1940, Josephine Baker joined the French Resistance as a spy. That year, she planned and took part in a top-secret mission to Lisbon, Portugal, in an effort to thwart Hitler.

    Show notes and full transcripts available at www.artofcrimepodcast.com.

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    22 October 2025, 10:45 am
  • 53 minutes 51 seconds
    A Spy is Born: Josephine Baker, Part One

    Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Josephine Baker grew up in severe poverty. In 1925, she traveled to Paris, where she sang, danced, and acted, becoming an overnight sensation and winning riches she had never dreamed of. On the eve of World War II, French intelligence agents recruited her as a volunteer spy in the fight against Hitler.

    For show notes and full transcripts, visit www.artofcrimepodcast.com.

    If you'd like to support the show, please consider becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/artofcrimepodcast.

    8 October 2025, 10:45 am
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