About this episode

This episode explores the conspiracy theories surrounding the death of Scottish lawyer and politician Willie McRae.

Willie McRae, a Scottish lawyer, politician and activist, died on April 7 1985 - this much is agreed on. Conspiracy theories persist to this day around exactly how and why he died (although, to be fair those closest to him really wish they wouldn't). This episode, we take a look into the claims and counterclaims around his death, to see what people think really happened and who was behind it.

People in this episode

Hosts: Josh Addison, Dr. M R. X. Dentith

Topics covered

• conspiracy theories
• death investigation
• Scottish politics
• activism
• legal history

Keywords

• Willie McRae
• conspiracy theories
• Scottish lawyer
• politician
• death investigation

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