Jack the Ripper, Animals, and a new theory about the notorious murderer

Jack the Ripper, Animals, and a new theory about the notorious murderer

June 18, 2026 · 39 min

About this episode

The episode discusses a new theory connecting Jack the Ripper to animal issues with guest Professor Andrew Knight.

What's Jack the Ripper got to do with animals? Everything it seems. Join us for a discussion on our 50th episode with Professor Andrew Knight, co-author of a fascinating and compelling theory about the occupation of one of Britain's most infamous murderers. For a comprehensive survey on animal issues, see Routledge Handbook of Animal Welfare, edited by Andrew Knight, Clive Phillips, and Paula Sparks Donate here: https://ko-fi.com/animalrightsdebate Join the WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LTGteTLZkwI9XUtB1Xxfen Find out more: https://linktr.ee/animalrightsdebate

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