ABitOfAChristie Podcast

Get cosy for a festive treat as we welcome three incredible guests! International award-winning author Sophie Hannah, true crime author and YouTuber Steve Fielding, and professor and author Dan Clanton join us for spirited discussions on Christmas, Christie, and Crime! In this special holiday episode, we delve into the festive mysteries of Agatha Christie, explore yuletide twists in true crime, and even uncover some fascinating insights into the history of holiday storytelling. With our timel...

In this episode, we explore Agatha Christie's ground-breaking novel The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, setting the scene with a 1926 timeline and the intriguing true-crime case of Mr. Roadley's 1928 murder in Cornwall. Teresa and Bill Peschel share insights from their book, which reviews over 200 Christie film and TV adaptations, and Niv Ben Poreth introduces his innovative new app, Little Grey Book, designed for Christie enthusiasts. A perfect blend of mystery, history, and innovation awaits...

Join A Bit Of A Christie Podcast for an unforgettable interview with the internationally acclaimed author Sophie Hannah! In this unique feature, Sophie takes part in the podcast’s new game, "Soldier Island Stash", inspired by a mini Desert Island Discs twist. Imagine being stranded far from civilization (don’t worry, Judge Wargrave isn’t invited!)—what would you choose to help you survive? Sophie dives into the challenge, selecting her ultimate picks for the following categories: 🎵 Rogers' R...

This episode explores the connections between true crime stories and the works of Agatha Christie. The host interviews two authors - Jonathan Whitelaw, who writes cozy crime novels, and Jackie Barrow, who is researching a true crime case from 1909 that shares similarities with Christie's 'The Mysterious Affair at Styles'. The discussion covers topics like the origins of Whitelaw's 'Bingo Hall Detectives' series, the influence of Christie's writing techniques, and Barrow's investigation into a...

Welcome to another thrilling episode of ABitOfAChristie! This week, we delve into Agatha Christie's classic novel Cards on the Table. Join us as we unravel the intricate plot where the game of bridge becomes a pivotal element in solving a murder mystery. We are honoured to have Laura Covill, coach of the mixed bridge national team for Sweden, on the show. Laura breaks down the complexities of bridge, helping us understand its crucial role in Christie's narrative. She also shares a fascinating...