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The Mystery Behind Humbug Billy and the Bradford Sweets
Episode 1221st January 2025 • Okay, But Why?!...A Science and Pop Culture Podcast • Microbac
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In this episode of Okay, But Why, we dive into the curious case of the Bradford Sweets Poisoning—a story filled with mystery, suspicion, and a cast of unforgettable characters. At the heart of it all is Humbug Billy, a man whose involvement in this strange incident has left people asking: Was it an accident? A deliberate act? Or something more complicated?

Join us as we explore the events behind the poisoning of a batch of sweets in Bradford, and the ripple effects it had on the community. From the role of Humbug Billy to the unanswered questions that still surround the case, we take a closer look at how a seemingly simple incident became a moment of local legend.

Tune in for a tale of candy, mystery, and the unusual figures who shape history in ways we don’t always expect.

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