Scottish Murders
Hosted by Scottish Murders
A victim-focused true crime podcast exploring lesser-known historical and contemporary murder cases from Scotland, hosted by a Scottish native.
A narrative true-crime podcast that prioritizes the victims of Scottish murders. Host Dawn Young typically provides solo, chronological accounts of each case, from historical incidents in the early 1900s to more recent tragedies. While the core of the show is its straightforward, respectful storytelling, it occasionally varies its format to include on-location recordings or interviews with journalists and documentary filmmakers connected to a case.
“The podcast's tight focus on Scotland gives a platform to cases unfamiliar to a wider audience. Its defining characteristic is the host's direct, compassionate, and respectful storytelling, which always centers the victim's experience.”
Who hosts this show
Scottish Murders is a victim-focused true crime podcast started in 2021 by its Scottish host, Dawn Young. The show delves into both solved and unsolved murders connected to Scotland, aiming to highlight lesser-known cases and provide a platform for victims' stories. The podcast has been shortlisted for multiple awards, including the True Crime Awards and Independent Podcast Awards in 2023. Dawn occasionally co-hosts with her sister, Cole, and sometimes speaks with victims' family members.
Credentials & credits
- Host, Researcher, Writer, and Editor of Scottish Murders podcast
- Shortlisted, Best Indie Podcast, True Crime Awards (2023)
- Shortlisted, True Crime Category, Independent Podcast Awards (2023)
- Speaker at The Podcast Show London (2024) on ethical true crime podcasting
- Exhibitor at CrimeConUK (2024)
- Featured on The Big Scottish Book Club's Special Crime Episode (2023)
Other ventures
- Cluarantonn (Production Company)
- The Blue Way (Podcast)
- Scottish Digest (Podcast)
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01Scotland Today Surviving the Shot: The Rothes Incident of 1905May 25, 2026 · 8 min
- 02
- 03Murder in the Wilds: The Darryl Fitch TragedyMay 18, 2026 · 31 min
- 04Best Friends or Betrayal? The Unbelievable Murder of Darryl Fitch!May 18, 2026 · 31 min
- 05Scotland Today 1999: The Monklands Bridge Gangland ExecutionsMay 12, 2026 · 10 min
- 06Scotland Today 1999: The Monklands Bridge Gangland ExecutionsMay 12, 2026 · 10 min
- 07
- 08Behind BBC’s The Man in the Mask Documentary SpecialApr 28, 2026 · 1h 29m
Notable episodes
- 01Murder in the Wilds: The Darryl Fitch Tragedy
Recorded on the road, this episode documents the host's own involvement in a TV documentary about the case, showcasing the podcast's real-world impact and recognition.
- 02Behind BBC’s The Man in the Mask Documentary Special
An example of the show's interview format, featuring the investigative journalist and director of a BBC true-crime documentary, adding expert depth to the case.
- 03Scotland Today Surviving the Shot: The Rothes Incident of 1905
This episode is a clear example of the 'Scotland Today' format, where the host narrates a lesser-known historical crime with a focus on the human details.
What you'll be asked on this show
The provided evidence consists of narrative-only episodes, where the host tells the story directly without interviewing a guest. Therefore, a recurring interview style cannot be analyzed. The show's primary format is solo narration, though recent episode descriptions indicate that interviews with subject-matter experts like journalists do occur.
The show is primarily a solo-narrative format where the host, Dawn, recounts a case chronologically with a distinct Scottish accent. Some episodes are recorded on-the-go, such as one from a car with her husband, Peter. While most episodes are narrative, the show does feature occasional interviews with authors, journalists, or family members.
Signature segments
- · "Scotland Today" historical episodes
- · Closing line: "Until next time, look after yourselves and keep an eye on the shadows."
- · Production of Clurinn Toun / Cluarantonn
- · Victim-focused storytelling
- · Intro and outro music with bagpipes
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
When guests are featured, they are typically journalists, documentary filmmakers, authors, or family members who are directly connected to the case being discussed.
- Hazel Martinon Behind BBC’s The Man in the Mask Documentary Special
- Stephen Bennetton Behind BBC’s The Man in the Mask Documentary Special
- Eleanor Mortonon A wee chat between Dawn and Eleanor Morton
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is supported by its listeners through Patreon and Ko-fi, and is part of the Spreaker Prime network for monetization.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
Pitch Scottish Murders
People also ask
- What is the host's real name?
- The host's name is Dawn Young.
- Is the Scottish Murders podcast still running?
- Yes, the podcast is active and releases episodes regularly, with the most recent episodes published in May 2026.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It is primarily a solo-narrated true crime podcast. While most episodes are narrative, the host occasionally conducts interviews with guests like journalists or victims' family members.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- Scottish Murders is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and most other major podcast platforms.
- How can I support the show?
- You can support the podcast through Patreon, Ko-fi, or by purchasing merchandise.
- Who produces the podcast?
- Scottish Murders is a production of Cluarantonn.
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