“he was trying to hide his own identity”&nbsp;[RESI]&nbsp;   Over the years, there have been numerous theories about how Watson (or Mrs. Watson, rather) got his name wrong, substituting “James” for “John.” We covered some of them in&nbsp;. &nbsp; But this is a Masters Class episode in which we pick a masterful piece of Sherlockian scholarship and discuss it. In this case, it's one that may get to the bottom of this issue once and for all: Thomas Cynkin's article “James Watson, M.D.” appeared in Vol. 51, No. 4 of&nbsp;The Baker Street Journal&nbsp;and it's just a Trifle. &nbsp; If you have a suggestion for a Trifles episode, let us know at trifles @ ihearofsherlock.com. If you use your idea on the air, we'll send you some Sherlockian goodies.  And don't miss a chance at our monthly prize: free back issues of&nbsp;The Baker Street Journal. Every Patreon supporter is eligible to win this random drawing.&nbsp;. &nbsp; Links / Notes  This episode:&nbsp; &nbsp;by Steven Rothman Other episodes mentioned:      Find us on&nbsp;,&nbsp;,&nbsp;&nbsp;and&nbsp; Email us at trifles @&nbsp;ihearofsherlock DOT com Support us on&nbsp;&nbsp;and become eligible for our regular giveaways.  &nbsp; Sponsor  &nbsp; Music credits Performers: Uncredited violinist, US Marine Chamber Orchestra Publisher Info.: Washington, DC:&nbsp; Copyright:&nbsp;

James Watson, M.D.

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James Watson, M.D.

Sherlock Holmes: Trifles