The Real Dick Turpin

The Real Dick Turpin

"Your money or your life!"


Those are the immortal words ascribed to this famous outlaw. Terror of the rich. Hero to the poor. Charmer of ladies. The galloping figure on Black Bess. The imagery surrounding him is iconic... but who was the real Dick Turpin? Anthony and Maddy discuss his story in today's episode.


Edited and produced by Freddy Chick. Senior Producer is Charlotte Long.


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