Joseph Barnett
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Joseph Barnett has been mentioned in 2 episodes across 2 podcasts, first heard Sep 2021 on LEMMiNO. Joseph Barnett is mentioned in the podcast "The Enduring Mystery of Jack the Ripper" on LEMMiNO as a key witness and suspect due to his close relationship with Mary Jane Kelly, whom he cohabited with until shortly before her murder. His proximity and potential motives are explored, making him a significant figure in the Jack the Ripper case. He is also listed in "Jack The Ripper's Final Murder" on The Rest Is History, though not discussed in detail.
Joseph Barnett, also known by his nicknames Danny Barnett and Joe, was a fish porter who worked at Billingsgate Market in the 19th century, located in the East End of London, and later became known for being the roommate of Mary Jane Kelly. It was not suspected that he had murdered her and, even less, that he was Jack the Ripper, until the 1970s, when he was added to the growing list of more than 100 people that someone has speculated could be Jack the Ripper.
| Mentioned in | 2 episodes on 2 podcasts (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Sep 2021 on LEMMiNO |
| Role | Fish porter (historical occupation) |
| Affiliation | Resident of East End of London (associated with Miller's Court via Kelly) |
How do different shows talk about Joseph Barnett?
2 shows discussed Joseph Barnett in these episodes.
- LEMMiNO — 1 episode
Joseph Barnett was the man who lived with Mary Jane Kelly.
The Enduring Mystery of Jack the Ripper - The Rest Is History — 1 episode
Who talks about Joseph Barnett on podcasts?
Tom Holland brought up Joseph Barnett; the most recent mention was Dec 2025 on The Rest Is History.
- The Enduring Mystery of Jack the Ripper on LEMMiNO (Sep 2021)
- Jack The Ripper's Final Murder on The Rest Is History (Dec 2025) — Tom Holland
What is Joseph Barnett mentioned alongside?
Joseph Barnett is most often mentioned alongside Mary Jane Kelly, Inspector Frederick Abberline and Aidan Hutchinson.
Worked with: Mary Jane Kelly
Mentioned together: Inspector Frederick Abberline, Aidan Hutchinson, Hive, The Five, Uber, Fingerprinting, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, Widegate Street, Sandy's Row, The Fisherman's Widow