Before diving into the show proper, we discuss a couple sources on the homosexual subculture of London in the late-Victorian era up to the trial of Oscar Wilde. Prepare yourselves for the unavoidable Mary Discourse, known scandals, the Gay West End, the trial of Oscar Wilde, the inherent queerness of amateur sleuths, and more. Special Guest: the ghost of Oscar Wilde possessing Hannah's cat (coincidentally named Oscar, in fact, after the legend himself).

*Content Warning* for many mentions of historic instances of homophobia. We don't go into disturbing details of violence, but we do mention it and briefly discuss death, violence, and blackmail. We also quote examples of homophobic public opinion during this era that may be upsetting to some.

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Credits:

Original cover art by Kira

Music from "Who You Really Are" by David Arnold and Michael Price

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