35 Best Crime Writer Podcasts

1. Crime Writers On...True Crime Review

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The original true crime review podcast that looks at other podcasts, TV, and pop culture. 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.' Show website: crimewriterson.com. Follow the show on X @crimewriterson. Find us on Facebook facebook.com/crimewritersonpodcast. Email the show at Hosts Rebecca Lavoie, Kevin Flynn
Producer/Network Partners in Crime Media
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 4.2KFacebook 8.5KTwitter 14.4K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Since Dec 2014 Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

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 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.Find us on other platforms here - https://audioalways.lnk...MORE Hosts Taylor Glenn, Hannah George
Producer/Network Always True Crime
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 1.4KFacebook 12.4KTwitter 8.3KInstagram 20.8K Avg Length 58 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Morbidology

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Morbidology is an award-winning weekly true crime podcast that goes beyond the headlines. Created and hosted by true crime author Emily G. Thompson, each episode weaves investigative research with occastional primary audio to reconstruct some of the world's most disturbing murders. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/morbidology--3527306/support .MORE Host Emily G. Thompson
Producer/Network Morbidology
Email ****@morbidology.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 1.8KFacebook 265.3KTwitter 5.8KInstagram 22.4K Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Australian True Crime

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Think nothing ever happens in your town? 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, and with the help of expert interviews with writers, victims, investigators and perpetrators, she probes the underbelly of our towns and suburbs, and uncovers the darkness at the heart of Australian life.We choose to stay @ Ovolo HotelsJoin our ATC EMAIL LIST Become a subscriber to Australian True Crime Plus here: https://plus.acast.com/s/australiantruecrime. Hosted on Acast. See acast...MORE Host Meshel Laurie
Producer/Network Bravecasting
Email ****@mac.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 12KFacebook 82.8KTwitter 1.8KInstagram 53.2K Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form 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
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 51Facebook 1.1KTwitter 3.8KInstagram 5.6K Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Since Jun 2019 Get Email Contact

6. Hitched 2 Homicide

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Southern girl and suspense author, Kris Calvert teams up with her husband, Emmy® -nominated composer Rob Pottorf to delve into true crime around the globe. She gives it a southern twist. He supplies the unique wit and background music, so you always know what's going on. For better or worse. Til death do us part.MORE Hosts Kris Calvert, Rob Pottorf
Producer/Network Kris Calvert and Rob Pottorf
Email ****@hitched2homicide.com
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 224Facebook 417Twitter 67 Avg Length 69 min Format Long form Since Mar 2020 Get Email Contact

7. Monsters Who Murder with The Serial Killer Whisperer

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Amanda Howard is a true crime author, criminologist, and known as 'The Serial Killer Whisperer'. She brings true insights into the cases she profiles in each episode with a different take to those you might have heard before. A video version of this podcast is available here: https://www.patreon.com/MWMconfessions Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/monsters-who-murder-serial-killer-confessions . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Hosts Amanda Howard, Robert Mcknight
Producer/Network Amanda Howard & Robert McKnight
Email ****@amandahoward.com.au
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 1.6KFacebook 2.6KTwitter 1.7KInstagram 969 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Since Jun 2018 Get Email Contact

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

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Kevin Flynn and Rebecca Lavoie invite special guests to talk about ripped-from-the-headlines episodes of Law & Order, SVU, and Criminal Intent. It's the f'ing OG of police procedurals!
Hosts Kevin Flynn, Rebecca Lavoie
Producer/Network Partners in Crime Media
Email ****@authorkevinflynn.com
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 1.3K Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

9. Wrong Place, Write Crime

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A Podcast featuring crime fiction authors (mostly) in which we discuss crime fiction (theirs, ours, everyone's), and life.
Producer/Network Frank Zafiro
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 3.7/5Apple Reviews 4Twitter 1.6KInstagram 803 Avg Length 45 min Format Long form Since May 2017 Get Email Contact

10. A Time to Thrill - Conversations with AIME AUSTIN Crime Fiction Author

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A Time to Thrill with Aime Austin is a captivating podcast where brilliant creative women share their stories, insights, and inspirations. Host Aime Austin engages in thought-provoking conversations with authors, visual artists, and other creators, diving deep into their creative processes, personal journeys, and the challenges they've overcome to bring their work to life. Whether you're an aspiring creator, a fan of art and literature, or simply love hearing from dynamic women making an impact, A Time to Thrill will leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to create your masterpiece.MORE Producer/Network AIME AUSTIN Crime Fiction Author
Email ****@aimeaustin.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 6Facebook 338Instagram 890 Avg Length 59 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

11. The Crime Cafe

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Interviews and entertainment for crime fiction, suspense and thriller fans.
Host Debbi Mack
Producer/Network Debbi Mack
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 5Facebook 473Twitter 6K Since Jun 2015 Get Email Contact

12. How To Hold A Grudge

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Many of us believe it's always wrong, and bad for us, to hold a grudge. But what if our grudges, when handled correctly, can be positively good for us and for others? What if grudges are actually 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
Email ****@hodder.co.uk
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 40Twitter 218 Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

13. 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. Red flags warn us of danger, but they also show us where to look for solutions -- and our hosts move beyond the headlines to explore the systemic issues beneath the warning signs...MORE Producer/Network ID
Email ****@discovery.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.1/5Apple Reviews 217Facebook 8.1MTwitter 190.8K Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Since Oct 2020 Get Email Contact

14. Writer Types

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Welcome to Writer Types, the thriller, crime and mystery fiction podcast hosted by Eric Beetner. Our two monthly episodes include author interviews, publishing insights from industry professionals, book reviews, convention reports, and more.Join today's top crime and mystery authors for a few laughs and some really great reads.MORE Producer/Network S.W. Lauden
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 42Facebook 718Twitter 1.2K Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Since Jan 2017 Get Email Contact

15. Fugitive Farmer: A true crime podcast by Brian Johnson, author of 'Murder in Chisago County.'

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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
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Since Oct 2020 Get Email Contact

16. Writers On The Beat: Crime Writers and Crime Fighters

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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. He's worked in Patrol, Training, SWAT, Special Investigations, Narcotics, & Dignitary Protection.MORE Producer/Network Gavin Reese
Email ****@gavinreese.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 5Facebook 1KTwitter 247 Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Since May 2019 Get Email Contact

17. 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
Email ****@readlauriefagen.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1Facebook 492Instagram 181 Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

18. 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
Email ****@evergreenpodcasts.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 24Facebook 254Twitter 86Instagram 130 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

19. Writer's Detective Bureau

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The Writer's Detective Bureau is a podcast hosted by retired Police Detective Adam Richardson. Adam answers questions about criminal investigation and police work posed by crime-fiction authors and screenwriters writing crime-related stories. To submit a question, visit https://www.writersdetective.com/askMORE Host Adam Richardson
Producer/Network Det. Adam Richardson
Email ****@writersdetective.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 104Facebook 2.1KTwitter 2.6K Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Since Jul 2018 Get Email Contact

20. Beyond Reasonable Doubt

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Award-winning Daily Mail crime writer Stephen Wright talks to top detectives, lawyers, victims and relatives to take an in-depth look at crimes that have shocked Britain (and the world), as well as revisiting some of his landmark stories and campaigns. From serial murderers to child killers, ruthless gangsters to corrupt police, psychopaths to paedophiles, celebrity criminals to audacious conmen, he untangles the mysteries and the secrets behind the headlines.MORE Producer/Network Mail+
Email ****@dailymail.co.uk
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 65Twitter 1 Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Since Mar 2020 Get Email Contact

21. 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
Email ****@hotmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 60Facebook 130Twitter 68Instagram 275 Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

22. Crime Writers of Color

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Interviews with today's leading (and emerging) crime writers of color with host Robert Justice.
Host Robert Justice
Producer/Network Robert Justice
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 38Facebook 1.5KTwitter 4.3K Since Apr 2020 Get Email Contact

23. 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
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 99Facebook 801Twitter 3K Avg Length 76 min Format Long form Since Nov 2016 Get Email Contact

24. 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
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Apple Reviews 2Facebook 1KTwitter 4.5K Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Since May 2020 Get Email Contact

25. A Stab In The Dark: A UKTV Original Crime Podcast with Mark Billingham

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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. For more info: http://uktv.co.uk/astabinthedark Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Producer/Network UKTV
Email ****@uktv.co.uk
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 179Facebook 21.2KTwitter 34.6K Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Since Sep 2016 Get Email Contact

26. BAD: All About Crime

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The BAD: All About Crime Podcast is brought to you by the BAD Sydney Crime Writers Festival and the City of Sydney. 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 favourite crime writers every month...MORE Producer/Network BAD Sydney Crime Writers Festival
Email ****@badsydney.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Reviews 5Facebook 1.7KTwitter 908Instagram 2.2K Avg Length 53 min Format Long form 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. roughneckdispatch.substack.comMORE Producer/Network Matt Phillips
Email ****@substack.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 8 Avg Length 45 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

28. The Original 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
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 71Twitter 120 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Since Jul 2019 Get Email Contact

29. Dominika Best Presents The Deviant Mind : A true crime podcast

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The Deviant Mind is a true crime podcast hosted by a crime fiction writer and a comedian who share a fascination with all things true crime. We try to convince each other of who did it on cases that are still unsolved and try to surprise each other and you with what we've uncovered in cases you all have heard about before. The Deviant Mind is a podcast for the morbid true crime enthusiast. We talk suspicious deaths, murder, sex cults, the always relevant serial killer, and current ongoing cases...MORE Producer/Network Dominika Best Christopher Gordon
Email ****@thebeststorytellingnetwork.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 27Instagram 7 Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

30. Crime Scene - Crime Writers in Conversation

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Crime writers in conversation about narrative unreliability, misdirection, authenticity and the wonders of forensic podiatry and super recognisers, and much more.
Producer/Network dear reader blog
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Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

31. The Barry Bowe Show

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The official podcast of crime writer Barry Bowe.
Producer/Network Barry Bowe
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 5 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact