20 Best Crime Audio Drama Podcasts
Crime Audio Drama Podcasts
Here are 20 Best Crime Audio Drama Podcasts worth listening to in 2025. Subscribe in one place on FeedSpot Reader.
Play All Episodes Follow All1. Secrets, Crimes & Audiotape
   
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An audio drama told week after week. We will bring you stories about crime, love, mystery and conspiracy. Some will make you laugh. Some will make you think. All will make you wonder... What's your secret?Binge all episodes of Secrets, Crimes & Audiotape exclusively and ad-free by joining Wondery in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/shows/secrets-crimes-audiotape/ now.MORE    Host David Rheinstorm  
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2. The Shiver Show
   
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The Shiver Show brings you strange and chilling tales of crime, horror and science fiction. We showcase old time radio shows, as well as new audio dramas. If you love suspense fiction, you've come to the right place. Co-hosts Mary Labrie and Greg Flynn talk about what makes each of these dramas so special - whether it be their creepy music, compelling voice actors, spooky sound effects or timeless themes. Now, turn off the lights, curl up in a safe place, and get ready to have your pants scared off. MORE    Producer/Network Time Warp Studios  
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 Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 1.6KTwitter 192Instagram 4.4K Avg Length 48 min Format Long form  Since Jul 2020       Get Email Contact  
3. Arden
   
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On December 25th, 2007, movie star and heiress Julie Capsom crashed her car into a tree in Northern California, walked into a nearby clearing, and vanished, leaving behind a male torso in her trunk. 10 years later, reporter Bea Casely and private detective Brenda Bentley are going to reopen the case. Each has a personal tie to the story. Each thinks they know what happened. And each knows the other is going to screw this whole thing up. Join Bea, Brenda, and the rest of the Good People at Wheyface Radio as they attempt to answer once and for all: what happened to Julie Capsom?MORE    Hosts Michelle Agresti, Tracey Sayed  
 Producer/Network Fable and Folly Network  
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 Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 276Twitter 1.9KInstagram 644 Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form        Get Email Contact  
4. Suspense - Old Time Radio Thriller
   
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Suspense was one of the most popular and successful old time radio programs during it's run of over 900 episodes, spanning 1946-1962. Guest stars included Orson Welles, Frank Sinatra, Lucille Ball, Agnes Moorehead, Marlene Dietrich and Humphrey Bogart. The plots were mostly engaging crime dramas, science fiction and some horror genres - usually with a surprise ending. - Audio Credit: The Old Time Radio Researchers Group. Licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 - Find all our OTR radio stations and podcasts at theaterofthemind-otr...MORE    Producer/Network OTR Radio Broadcasts  
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5. Daily Advenutres of Sam Spade
   
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Experience fresh adventures every day with 'Daily Adventures of Sam Spade,' a podcast that brings the cunning and charisma of detective Sam Spade to a contemporary audience. Immerse yourself in daily episodes filled with intricate plots and classic detective tropes that fans of mystery and crime dramas will love. Join Sam as he navigates through treacherous mysteries, proving his timeless appeal in this gripping audio journey.https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free!MORE    Producer/Network Dashiell Hammett  
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 Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form        Get Email Contact  
6. The Kingery sci-fi crime audio drama
   
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Welcome to the Kingery Road Resort and Casino, the galaxy's premiere vacation destination. Stop by the casino, take a stroll down to Shenanigans or visit the famous Saley, Onks and Liddle for a trip you'll never forget. Just watch your step, because if you cross the boss, the Kingery will chew you up and spit you out, a broken shell of what you once were. A full-cast, serial, ongoing sci-fi crime drama.MORE    Host Tilly Bridges  
 Producer/Network Pendant Productions  
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 Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 985Twitter 2.5K Since Mar 2007       Get Email Contact  
7. Assume Nothing
   
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The teams assume nothing as they examine events through fresh eyes.   
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 Producer/Network BBC Radio Ulster  
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 Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 107.8KTwitter 49.7KInstagram 5.2K Avg Length 19 min Format Short form  Since Nov 2020       Get Email Contact  
8. Friday - The Dragnet Podcast
   
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Friday - The Dragnet Podcast is your ultimate destination for reliving the thrilling world of the classic Dragnet radio show. Step back into the gritty streets of Los Angeles with Sergeant Joe Friday as he brings justice to life through captivating, true-to-form storytelling. This unparalleled collection features beautifully remastered audio, accurate transcriptions, and detailed episode descriptions to give listeners the most authentic Dragnet experience...MORE    Producer/Network OTRPODS  
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 Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form        Get Email Contact  
9. Fever Dreams: A Pulp Collection
   
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An anthology of pulp fiction stories - horror, crime, sci-fi, thriller - unified by a pulp theme, these stand-alone stories are edgy, dark, twisted, and strange. Each episode features a fully-scripted audio drama story, with original music, stellar actors, and nerve-jangling sound design. New episodes releasing biweekly. From Voyage Media in association with 7 Lamb Productions.MORE    Producer/Network Voyage Media  
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 Apple Rating 4.8/5 Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form        Get Email Contact  
10. Murder on Songbird Road
   
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Murder on Songbird Road revisits the stabbing death of an 11-year-old girl in Southern Illinois and the subsequent arrest and conviction of her father's fiancée for the crime. In this series, veteran true-crime host Lauren Bright Pacheco teams up with criminal defense attorney Bob Motta to investigate whether the case—one that tore apart a rural community, sparking controversy, corruption, and ongoing questions—was truly solved, or if an innocent woman remains wrongfully convicted.MORE    Producer/Network iHeart True Crime  
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 Apple Rating 4.3/5 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form        Get Email Contact  
11. Love, Murder, Florida
   
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Jane Lynch stars in this crime and dark comedy podcast, reminiscent of Better Call Saul or How Stella Got Her Groove Back... with murder. Two rival bus service operators have a business feud that turns personal, and then turns deadly, after one of them takes a trip to Florida, and engages in a passionate affair with a mysterious stranger. Fargo-esque in its twists and turns of ordinary people getting mixed up in serious crime, this audio drama takes you for a walk on the wild side of Florida strange.MORE    Host Jane Lynch  
 Producer/Network Voyage Media  
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 Apple Rating 4.6/5 Avg Length 14 min Format Short form        Get Email Contact  
12. Night Beat - OTR Radio Show
   
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'Night Beat' was a popular and critically acclaimed radio drama series that aired from February 6, 1950 to September 25, 1952 on NBC. The series followed Randy Stone, portrayed by Frank Lovejoy, as a newspaper columnist for the Chicago Star who wandered the city streets at night, seeking out the stories of everyday people and their struggles.The show's premise allowed for a mix of mystery, drama, and human interest stories, as Stone encountered a wide range of characters and situations during his nightly adventures...MORE    Producer/Network Old Time Radio Shows OTR  
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13. Bobby Dangerously Presents: The Decker Northcutt Case Files
   
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I write and narrate 'The Decker Northcutt Case Files'. It's a Detective crime noir / neo noir, supernatural horror series. Follow Decker Northcutt as he investigates strange happenings in Lakeview city. I also write and have guest narrators on my Decker Northcutt Universe series. These stories connect to the main cases, as they have characters that are briefly mentioned in the main case stories. Please Subscribe to catch all of my episodes. If you like old time radio, audio books, film noir, neo noir, crime, horror and the supernatural, Radio Drama, then this is for you!MORE    Producer/Network Bobby_Dangerously  
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 Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form       Get Email Contact  
14. I Witness
   
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Welcome to 'I Witness,' where every sound tells a story and every moment holds a mystery waiting to be uncovered. Join us on a journey into the heart of intrigue and investigation, where our team of relentless investigators leaves no stone unturned in their pursuit of truth.In this gripping audio drama, listeners will be transported into a world of suspense, as each episode unravels a new case that challenges perceptions and tests the limits of imagination...MORE    Producer/Network Northwest Christian School, Red Five Media  
 Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form        Get Email Contact  
15. Beyond a Reasonable Doubt Short Fictional Crime and Mystery Stories
   
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Welcome to Beyond A Reasonable Doubt — a crime fiction podcast where each 15-minute episode delivers a gripping, true crime-inspired short story. Packed with twists, secrets, and suspense, these bite-sized fictional mysteries are perfect for fans of dark storytelling, crime dramas, and audio thrillers. If you love real-sounding fiction and fast-paced mystery, tune in semi-weekly for new episodes that feel real… but aren't.Presented by: 93tillinfinitymedia.comMORE    Email ****@gmail.com  
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16. Dean's Killer Joke
   
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After a night of drinking, canceled comedian Dean Blackshaw is found dead in a comedy club green room. Now his friend and fellow comic, Anne-Marie, has to put together the pieces of a blacked-out night, solve the crime, and wonder if it was all her fault.A murder mystery audio drama created by Brandon Rizzuto. Produced by Evagation Media.MORE    Producer/Network Evagation Media  
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 Apple Rating 4.7/5 Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form        Get Email Contact  
17. Lost in Mexico
   
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What if your dream trip to Mexico turned into a fight for your freedom? When friends Sally (Lucy May Barker) and Rachel (Olivia Darnley), on a backpacking holiday in Mexico, claim they have been robbed, the police decide to search their hotel room to check. What they discover changes the course of the girls' lives. A four-part full-cast coming-of-age audio drama from Goldhawk Crime.Binge all episodes of LOST IN MEXICO exclusively and ad-free by joining Wondery in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial today by visiting www.wondery.com/links/lost-in-mexico...MORE    Producer/Network Wondery  
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 Apple Rating 3.3/5 Avg Length 13 min Format Short form        Get Email Contact  
18. Inspector Veer Singh
   
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Dive into the thrilling world of Inspector Veer Singh, a seasoned detective with a keen mind and an unyielding sense of justice. In each gripping episode, From the first clue to the final revelation, you'll be hooked by the suspense, drama, and unexpected twists that make 'Inspector Veer Singh' an audio experience like no other. Whether it's tracking down a notorious kidnapper, uncovering hidden motives behind a murder, or piecing together complex puzzles, Inspector Veer Singh's relentless pursuit of truth and justice will leave you captivated and craving more...MORE    Producer/Network Audio Pitara  
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Crime Audio Drama shows hosts and producers
| Podcaster Name | Role | Podcast Link | Total Episodes | Twitter Handle | |
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| David Rheinstorm | Host | wondery.com/shows/secrets-crimes-audiotape/?utm_source=rss | @icarusfloats | ||
| Michelle Agresti | Co Host | cms.megaphone.fm/channel/ardenpod | @michellevelyna | ||
| Tracey Sayed | Co Host | cms.megaphone.fm/channel/ardenpod | @traceysayed | ||
| Tilly Bridges | Host | pendantaudio.com/shows/kingery | @tillybridges | ||
| Vinny Hurrell | Host | bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m000psj8 | @vinnybelfast | ||
| Jane Lynch | Host | cms.megaphone.fm/channel/lovemurderflorida | |||
| Time Warp Studios | buzzsprout.com/1187597/episodes/17084158-the-night-the-fog-came-old-time-radio-horror.mp3 | 39 | @woacertainage | ||
| Hosts Mary Labrie And Greg Flynn | buzzsprout.com/1187597/14139342-july-1947.mp3 | 3 | @woacertainage | ||
| Mary Labrie And Co-host Greg Flynn | buzzsprout.com/1187597/14103742-donovan-s-brain.mp3 | 3 | @woacertainage | ||
| Mary Labrie And Greg Flynn | buzzsprout.com/1187597/14783493-the-war-of-the-worlds.mp3 | 2 | @woacertainage | ||
| Mary Labrie | buzzsprout.com/1187597/13922986-sex-beyond-50-your-adventure-begins-now.mp3 | 1 | @woacertainage | 
See Also
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 - Best 45 Short Form Audio Drama Podcasts
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 - Best 35 American Audio Drama Podcasts
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