In this episode of pplpod, we examine the dark history of Peter Sutcliffe, the English serial killer known to the world as the "Yorkshire Ripper". Between 1975 and 1980, Sutcliffe murdered thirteen women and attempted to kill seven others across Northern England, often targeting sex workers in a mission he claimed was ordained by God,.

We dig into the details of one of the largest and most expensive manhunts in British history, exploring how Sutcliffe evaded capture for five years despite being interviewed by police on nine separate occasions.

Key topics in this episode include:

• The Attacks: Sutcliffe’s brutal use of hammers and screwdrivers, beginning with assaults in 1969 and escalating to a murder spree that terrorized West Yorkshire and Manchester,,.

• Investigative Failures: ...