Episode 378 - The Mystery of the Isdal Woman

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In this episode, we unravel the mystery of the Isdal Woman, Norway’s most notorious cold case. Was it murder, suicide, or something even more sinister? With whispers of Cold War espionage, coded notes, fake identities - and the persistent smell of garlic - this bizarre tale will leave you questioning everything. Wrap up warm: it’s time to enter the Ice Valley.

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Death in Ice Valley: New clues in Isdal Woman mystery - BBC News

Homicides Disguised as Fire Deaths - PubMed

Death in Ice Valley | One of our members, Terry Whiteley has asked for a list of the items found next to the body of the Isdal woman | Facebook

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The Isdal woman: an explosive new lead points to a Swiss banker

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The Isdal Woman And Her Mysterious Death In Norway's Ice Valley

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The Guardian - Somerton Man Solved

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