30 Best Crime Writer Podcasts

1. Crime Writers On...True Crime Review

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True crime authors and real-life couple Rebecca Lavoie and Kevin Flynn hold a pop-culture round table with noir novelist Toby Ball and journalist-turned-investigator Lara Bricker. The panel chats about other podcasts (including 'Serial') as well as journalism, storytelling, TV shows and films, and the special segment, 'Crime of the Week.'MORE Hosts Rebecca Lavoie, Kevin Flynn
Producer/Network Partners in Crime Media
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 8.3KTwitter 14.8K Avg Length 47 min Since Dec 2014 Video Podcast YouTube
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2. Drunk Women Solving Crime

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Drunk Women Solving Crime is a true crime podcast with a twist...of lime. Join writer/comedian hosts Hannah George, Catie Wilkins and Taylor Glenn as they welcome top guests from comedians to crime writers to test out their drunk detective skills. Each episode sees the boozed up panel tackle personal crime stories, solve true crime cases, and seek justice for your listener crimes. When women sit around and drink we try to solve the world's problems. So we're taking back the night and putting our inebriation to good use. You're welcome. MORE Hosts Taylor Glenn, Hannah George
Producer/Network Always True Crime
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 8.1KTwitter 8.3KInstagram 15.1K Avg Length 56 min Get Email Contact

3. Morbidology

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Morbidology is an award-winning weekly true crime podcast created and hosted by true crime author, Emily G. Thompson. Using investigative research combined with primary audio including 911 calls, interviews and trial testimony, Morbidology takes an in-depth look at some of the world's most heinous murders.MORE Host Emily G. Thompson
Producer/Network Morbidology
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 151.1KTwitter 5.8KInstagram 22.4K Avg Length 43 min Get Email Contact

4. Australian True Crime

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Australia's suburbs are home to some of the most mysterious and disturbing true crime cases in the world. Meshel Laurie is a true crime obsessive. Emily Webb is a true-crime author. And together with expert interviews with writers, victims, investigators, and perpetrators, they probe the underbelly of our towns and suburbs and uncover the darkness at the heart of Australian life.MORE Host Meshel Laurie
Producer/Network Bravecasting
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 83.6KTwitter 1.8KInstagram 55.9K Avg Length 33 min Get Email Contact

5. True Crime South Africa

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True Crime South Africa is the first victim-focused true-crime podcast in the country. Host, Nicole Engelbrecht, researches each case herself using media coverage, trial footage, social media sources, and often by talking to some of the individuals involved. Using her skills as a creative writer and her passion for true crime, she crafts each script to ensure that listeners are given a deep dive into the case mechanics as well as an understanding of the victims as human beings. The podcast covers both solved and unsolved South African true crime cases.MORE Host Nicole Engelbrecht
Producer/Network TimesLIVE Podcasts
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 1.1KTwitter 3.8KInstagram 5.3K Avg Length 51 min Since Jun 2019 Get Email Contact

6. Hitched 2 Homicide

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Thriller and suspense writers Kris Calvert and Heather Sunseri delve into true crime across the globe, giving it a Southern twist. Because in the south they can fry up anything. Even murder.
Hosts Kris Calvert, Rob Pottorf
Producer/Network Kris Calvert and Rob Pottorf
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 367Twitter 67 Avg Length 64 min Since Mar 2020 Get Email Contact

7. How To Hold A Grudge

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But what if our grudges, when handled correctly, can be positively good for us and others? What if grudges are great not a cause for guilt, but exactly what we need to lead a happier, safer, more fulfilled life? Join internationally bestselling crime writer and grudge-holder extraordinaire Sophie Hannah to find out all about the power of grudges to transform your life for the better and to make the world a more peaceful and compassionate place.MORE Host Sophie Hannah
Producer/Network Sophie Hannah
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Twitter 218 Avg Length 57 min Get Email Contact

8. Red Flags

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RED FLAGS is a weekly talk show designed to be a one-stop-shop for all the latest buzz in the true crime world. Crime writer Tori Telfer and armchair detective turned Tik Toker Karina Michelle share their unique perspectives, passion for investigation, and insightful analysis as they lead listeners through the latest crime headlines and shocking stories. Each episode offers a thrilling deep dive into a notable case with the help of expert guests.MORE Producer/Network ID
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Apple Rating 4.1/5Facebook 7.7MTwitter 196.1K Avg Length 34 min Since Oct 2020 Get Email Contact

9. Monsters Who Murder

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The podcast divides listeners as we bring unique insights and interviews with the world's most notorious serial killers. Our case files bring you the facts, but our exclusive interviews show you another side - the human side. Amanda Howard is a best-selling true-crime author who doesn't just talk about serial killers; she talks to them. Now Amanda is sharing almost 30 years' worth of research, including letters and never-before-heard recordings that will shed new light on famous cases.MORE Hosts Amanda Howard, Robert Mcknight
Producer/Network Amanda Howard & Robert McKnight
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Facebook 2.6KTwitter 1.8K Avg Length 43 min Since Jun 2018 Get Email Contact

10. Writer Types

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Welcome to Writer Types, the thriller, mystery and crime fiction podcast hosted by Eric Beetner. Two monthly episodes include author interviews, publishing insights from industry professionals, book reviews, convention reports, and more. Join today's top crime fiction and mystery authors for a few laughs and some great reads.MORE Producer/Network S.W. Lauden
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 729Twitter 1.2K Avg Length 53 min Since Jan 2017 Get Email Contact

11. ...These Are Their Stories: The Law & Order Podcast

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True crime writers and pop culture podcasters Kevin Flynn and Rebecca Lavoie invite special guests to talk about ripped-from-the-headlines episodes of Law & Order, SVU, and Criminal Intent.
Hosts Kevin Flynn, Rebecca Lavoie
Producer/Network Partners in Crime Media
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Apple Rating 4.3/5 Avg Length 49 min Get Email Contact

12. Fugitive Farmer

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True crime author and journalist Brian Johnson chats with writers, historians, and researchers about real-life stories of murder, mystery, and mayhem.
Producer/Network Brian Johnson
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 38 min Since Oct 2020 Get Email Contact

13. Writers On The Beat

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Gavin Reese interviews authors and experts to help all writers compose more authentic cops, crimes, and criminals in their stories. During his law enforcement career, Gavin comforted the dying, talked dozens out of suicide, and saved domestic abuse victims from their assailants. He's taken child rapists, murderers, and human traffickers into police custody, and enjoyed the distinct honor of protecting visiting foreign royalty and national American political figures from both sides of the aisle.MORE Producer/Network Gavin Reese
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 1KTwitter 247 Avg Length 32 min Since May 2019 Get Email Contact

14. Wrong Place, Write Crime

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Wrong Place, Write Crime is a podcast about crime fiction authors, mysteries, art and life featuring Frank Zafiro as host. Feature episodes occur monthly and include in-depth guest interviews with authors of crime fiction, as well as quick-hit book reviews from the experts (mystery bookstore employees, reviewers, authors), and a flash interview with a future guest.MORE Producer/Network Frank Zafiro
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Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 1.6KInstagram 747 Avg Length 43 min Since May 2017 Get Email Contact

15. Crime Capsule

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From DNA testing to the Dixie Mafia, Crime Capsule brings you new stories of true crime in American history. Join writer and host Benjamin Morris for exclusive interviews with authors from Arcadia Publishing, writing the hottest books on the most chilling stories of our country's past. Crime Capsule: history so interesting it's criminal.MORE Host Benjamin Morris
Producer/Network Evergreen Podcasts
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 255Twitter 86Instagram 135 Avg Length 32 min Get Email Contact

16. Murder in the Air Mystery Theatre Podcast

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Host and crime fiction writer Laurie Fagen interviews authors who also read their mystery, suspense or thriller short stories, or a chapter from their published books. In addition, sprinkled throughout the series, the podcast will feature radio-theatre-style sections from the audiobooks for Fagen's three crime fiction novels. These incorporate professional actors, original music and sound effects.MORE Producer/Network Laurie Fagen
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 486Instagram 180 Avg Length 30 min Get Email Contact

17. Writer's Detective Bureau

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The Writer's Detective Bureau is a podcast hosted by veteran Police Detective Adam Richardson. Adam answers questions about criminal investigation and police work posed by crime-fiction authors and screenwriters writing crime-related stories.MORE Host Adam Richardson
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 2.1KTwitter 2.6K Avg Length 20 min Since Jul 2018 Get Email Contact

18. True Crime Podcast

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Award-winning Daily Mail crime writer Stephen Wright revisits some of the most notorious cases he has covered in Britain and abroad, with the help of detectives, lawyers, and experts who worked on them. From serial murderers to child killers, ruthless gangsters to corrupt police, psychopaths to pedophiles, celebrity criminals to audacious conmen, he untangles the mysteries and the secrets behind his major cases in this true-crime podcast series.MORE Producer/Network Mail+
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Twitter 1 Avg Length 32 min Since Mar 2020 Get Email Contact

19. Penknife

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A podcast about writers who may or may not have written about crime, but who definitely committed it.
Producer/Network Todos Contentos y Yo También Productions
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 127Twitter 68Instagram 280 Avg Length 36 min Get Email Contact

20. CWOC Podcast

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A group of over 170 of today's and tomorrow's crime writers of color. Follow to stay up-to-date on our new releases, recognitions & other good news.
Host Robert Justice
Producer/Network Robert Justice
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 1.4KTwitter 4.3K Since Apr 2020 Get Email Contact

21. Two Crime Writers And A Microphone

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Two crime writers, Steve Cavanagh and Luca Veste discuss publishing news, hear reviews from bloggers, and speak to the biggest names in the book world.
Producer/Network Steve Cavanagh & Luca Veste
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 809Twitter 3K Avg Length 76 min Since Nov 2016 Get Email Contact

22. Northern Crime Syndicate Podcast

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The Northern Crime Syndicate Podcast is hosted by crime writer, A.M. Peacock (Adam), alongside a guest co-host, and features interviews and discussions with other crime writers and crime fiction industry experts.MORE Producer/Network Adam Peacock
Facebook 1KTwitter 4.5K Avg Length 43 min Since May 2020 Get Email Contact

23. A Stab In The Dark

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Multi-award-winning crime writer, Mark Billingham, presents an in-depth look at the very best super-sleuths from literature and television. Each episode of A Stab In The Dark sees brand-new guests from the worlds of TV and books discuss the inner workings of crime fiction and crime drama. A Stab in the Dark is a UKTV production and is produced by Paul Hirons.MORE Producer/Network UKTV
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 20.9KTwitter 34.6K Avg Length 40 min Since Sep 2016 Get Email Contact

24. A Time to Thrill

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Enjoy a conversation with Aime Austin, the author of the Casey Cort series of legal thrillers. In these conversations, I interview smart women creators. We talk about creating while being mothers, sisters, daughters, married, divorced, dating, and mapping out our destinies in the meantime.MORE Producer/Network AIME AUSTIN Crime Fiction Author
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 332Instagram 827 Avg Length 70 min Get Email Contact

25. BAD

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Join crime writers and crime aficionados, Suzanne Leal and Andy Muir, as they explore the big questions in crime and crime writing. True crime, domestic crime, psychological thrillers, crime noir, they'll be talking about this and much more with your favorite crime writers every month. BUT BAD: All about Crime isn't just a podcast, it's a whole community of crime lovers, readers, and writers coming together to talk crime and we want you, our listeners and readers, to be a big part of the conversation.MORE Producer/Network BAD Sydney Crime Writers Festival
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26. The Crime Cafe

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The Crime Cafe is your source for great mystery, suspense, noir, and thriller reading. New York Times bestselling author Debbi Mack interviews top crime writers every other week. The podcast covers Interviews and entertainment for crime fiction, suspense and thriller fans.MORE Producer/Network Debbi Mack
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 422Twitter 6.2K Avg Length 26 min Since Jun 2015 Get Email Contact

27. Roughneck Dispatch

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Welcome to Roughneck Dispatch, a podcast about storytelling. We talk to the best storytellers about their greatest stories and why they have to tell them. Hosted by crime writer and occasional journalist Matt Phillips.MORE Producer/Network Matt Phillips
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 45 min Get Email Contact

28. Deadtime Stories

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The original Deadtime Stories bringing murderous tales to life in the fashion of a modern-day radio drama since June 2018. Created by writer, researcher, and true crime junkie Schuyler Fastenau.MORE Producer/Network Schuyler Fastenau
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Twitter 120 Avg Length 34 min Since Jul 2019 Get Email Contact

29. Crime Scene

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Crime writers are in the conversation about narrative unreliability, misdirection, authenticity and the wonders of forensic podiatry and super recognizers, and much more.
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30. The Barry Bowe Show

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The official podcast of crime writer Barry Bowe.
Producer/Network Barry Bowe
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 5 min Get Email Contact