BBC Radio Podcasts from Inside Murder Trial

Inside Murder Trial

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As a 46-year-old cold case goes to trial to discover who killed Renee and Andrew MacRae?

1. Well Ablaze

Day one of this extraordinary trial at which you have a front row seat in the courtroom.

2. A Perfect Place to Hide a Body

Renee’s estranged husband testifies. The accused, MacDowell, was his employee.

3. The Family Secret

Renee’s only sibling gives evidence and the secret Renee never shared with her.

4. Everything is Helpful

We hear from the Crown's key witness, Renee’s closest friend and confidante.

5. Tell the Man to Go and Boil his Head

The wife of the accused, William MacDowell, takes the witness stand.

6. A Walking Dead Man

Evidence concerning a most unusual and urgent request by the accused is heard.

7. I deny any association with Mrs. MacRae

We hear from the accused about his affair with Renee and his treatment of her.

8. It must have slipped by mind

A damning note, sent to Police 29 years after Renee and her son vanish, is considered.

9. The man with the Mexican styled moustache

Renee’s GP gives evidence about an encounter that has haunted him for decades.

10. The Verdict

We hear the closing speeches and the 15 members of the jury reach their verdict.

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The series returns as three people stand accused of a murder.

1. Caroline

A court hears devastating evidence from Caroline's mother.

2. The Trainers

Evidence from Caroline's best friend points towards a suspect.

3. The Long Walk

Can the last sightings of Caroline provide a clue to who killed her?

4. Memory Test

Two witnesses, with very different accounts, bring doubt to the prosecution case.

5. What Archie Saw

Can a five year old boy hold the key to solving the murder of Caroline Glachan?

6. Curtain Twitching

A witness claims to have seen the accused. But why has their evidence changed?

7. You Don't Have To Say Anything

Police Interviews shed new light on the crime, and one charge is dropped.

8. It Wasn't Me

It's time for the defence, as one of the accused takes the stand.

9. The Clue's In the Water

A scientist reveals there is no evidence of the accused entering the River Leven.

10. Decision Time

Innocent or guilty - it's time for a verdict.