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Crime Time Inc. is hosted by Tom and Simon—two ex-cops with decades of frontline experience and zero tolerance for fluff. Tom, a by-the-book former Deputy Chief Constable from Edinburgh, and Simon, a rule-bending ex-undercover cop from Glasgow, bring sharp insight, dark humour, and plenty of East vs. West banter to every episode.
Whether they’re revisiting cases they worked on, grilling fellow former officers, or picking apart narrated true crime stories, Tom and Simon don’t just talk about crime—they’ve lived it. Real cases. Real cops. Real talk.
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The Marina Habe Mystery: When a New Year's Date Turned Deadly
About Crime Time Inc. Crime Time Inc. is hosted by Tom and Simon—two ex-cops with decades of frontline experience and zero tolerance for fluff. Tom, a by-the-book former Deputy Chief Constable from Edinburgh, and Simon, a rule-bending ex-undercover cop from Glasgow, bring sharp insight, dark h...
Charles Manson: 1971-2025
Welcome to the gripping conclusion of Crime Time Inc.'s Charles Manson series! In our 30th episode, host Alex delves into the eerie and haunting discovery of James and Lauren Willett's murders that further exposed the chilling legacy of Charles Manson and his sinister Family. Starting with a gruesom...
Charles Manson: The Audacious Escape Plan
Welcome to Crime Time Inc. with your host Alex! In Episode 29 of our Charles Manson series, we delve into a chaotic chapter from 1971 when the Manson Family planned a daring escape. Discover how Charles 'Tex' Watson's trial unfolded amidst courtroom drama and systemic bias. Learn about the Manson Fa...

Simon McLean
"My background in Law Enforcement helped me in the creation of this podcast."
I am a retired police officer, having worked in both rural and urban settings. I was a murder squad detective, plain clothes surveillance officer and drugs squad operative, spending many years working undercover.

Tom Wood
"I am a former murder squad detective and Deputy Chief Constable."
I am delighted to share a full account of my time in Lothian and Borders Police.
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Started of Amazing but Season 3 has jumped the shark.
I was so excited when I found Crime Time Inc from the Small Town Dicks podcast. Simon and Tom while claiming not to be storytellers are engaging and have exceptional chemistry. The cases or topics they cover are presented in a soothing and wonderful way. I listened because they gave a different perspective and I enjoy ...
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I am absolutely addicted to this podcast. Season 1 and 2 were amazing, in particular the Robert Black story is incredible. Season 3 is a daily podcast which is interesting but is a great set up for Simon and Tom’s weekly review. What can I say about season 4? The Charles Manson story. This will go down in true crime hi...
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These 2 retired Scottish detectives are natural storytellers and they have the stories to tell. One of the best podcasts out there. Also, their voices are wonderful. I could listen to them just read Mrs. Beeton's cookbook but fotunately they have better things to share.
Murder of Yvonne Fletcher
I have just listened to these 2 fascinating episodes regarding the above. I was unaware of the fine details that John Murray & Matt Johnson were able to impart. I was a young teenager when this incident occurred but I do remember watching the footage on TV & being appalled that a police officer had been gunned down. ...
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