Plant Murder

Plant Murder is a history podcast that unearths the deadly intersection of plants and true crime, from the creator of the audio drama Selene.

Did a Roman Emperor really die from a tiny mushroom? Why did the Victorians invent a deadly pear? Who in the Borgias brandished Belladonna, and which man-eating plants are only a myth? 

Each episode delves into the dark history behind fascinating plants, their fatal impact on infamous figures, and the mysterious circumstances surrounding their use.

Hosted by Aaron J. Reardon, dig into the stories of poisonous plants and the fatal roles they’ve played in shaping human history.

Created and hosted by Aaron J. Reardon