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“ Is there a whole lot of murdering going on?”

This week, we’re talking Assassination by Umbrella, a slightly morbid topic inspired by our guests, Marcus Richardson and Nathan Hicken, co-hosts of the Aurelius Whitlock’s Murder Museum podcast. Researching the game takes a dark and surprising turn when Peih-Gee, acting upon David’s suggestion, finds herself in a shadowy corner of the internet. David gives us a fascinating historical recount of the assassination of Bulgarian activist Georgi Markov using a poison-tipped umbrella. Today’s game is called Morbid Mottos, which centers around some dark phrases.

If you enjoyed today’s episode and want to hear more, make sure to check out the Aurelius Whitlock’s Murder Museum podcast.

Time Stamps

• 01:25 Game: Morbid Mottos
• 12:17 About: Aurelius Whitlock’s Murder Museum Podcast
• 17:39 Discussion: Assassination by Umbrella
• 25:07 Credits

Guest: Marcus Richardson and Nathan Hicken

Join Marcus and Nathan as we play through murder mysteries of our own devising, playing curator, murderer, and detective. Listen along as we unravel the Museum’s many secrets… What mysteries will you be able to solve?

More Podcasts from Peih-Gee & David

If you enjoy PG’s Playhouse, check out Reality Escape Pod (REPOD), where your hosts David Spira & Peih-Gee Law explore immersive gaming from all angles, alongside guests with incredible experience in this realm.

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Production Credits

• Hosted by Peih-Gee Law & David Spira
• Puzzles by Peih-Gee Law
• Produced by Theresa Piazza
• Supported by Lisa Spira
• Edited by Peih-Gee Law
• Music by Matt Farthing
• Logo by Theresa Wagner