70 Best True Crime Podcasts We Recommend (2026)

Best True Crime Podcasts of All Time

1. Crime Junkie

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Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won't hear anywhere else...MORE Hosts Ashley Flowers, Brit Prawat
Email ****@audiochuck.com
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 387.2KFacebook 705.8KTwitter 134.7KInstagram 1.3M Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Since Dec 2017 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. My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

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My Favorite Murder is a true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark. Each week, Karen and Georgia share compelling true crimes and hometown stories from friends and listeners. Since MFM launched in January of 2016, Karen and Georgia have shared their lifelong interest in true crime and have covered stories of infamous serial killers like the Night Stalker, mysterious cold cases, captivating cults, incredible survivor stories and important events from history like the Tulsa race massacre of 1921...MORE Hosts Karen Kilgariff, Georgia Hardstark
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 199.5KFacebook 500.4KTwitter 304.8KInstagram 894.3K Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Serial

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Our newest podcast, “The Good Whale,” is out now. Search for it wherever you get your podcasts, or follow it here: https://lnk.to/good-whaleSerial Productions makes narrative podcasts that have transformed the medium. Sign up for our newsletter at nytimes.com/serialnewsletter to find out about new shows, get behind the scenes stories, and see photos and videos you can’t see on a podcast. To get full access to Serial Productions shows, and to other New York Times podcasts on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, subscribe at nytimes.com/podcasts...MORE Host Susan Burton
Email ****@serialpodcast.org
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 101.8KFacebook 424.1KTwitter 264.9KInstagram 58.8K Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Since Oct 2013 Get Email Contact

4. Morbid

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It’s a lighthearted nightmare in here, weirdos! Morbid is a true crime, creepy history and all things spooky podcast hosted by an autopsy technician and a hairstylist. Join us for a heavy dose of research with a dash of comedy thrown in for flavor.MORE Hosts Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley
Email ****@morbid-podcast.com
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 104KFacebook 233.9KTwitter 126.4KInstagram 929.8K Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Small Town Murder

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Two comedians look at a small town, what makes it tick, and a murder that took place there. In depth research, horrible tragedy, and the hosts' comedic spin on the whole thing. New episodes every Thursday!!MORE Hosts James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 80.9KFacebook 149.7KTwitter 46.5KInstagram 118K Avg Length 127 min Format Extended Get Email Contact

6. Up and Vanished

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Host Payne Lindsey heads to the edge of the arctic circle to investigate two mysterious disappearances from Nome, Alaska. Up and Vanished investigates mysterious cold case disappearances with each new season of the hit true crime franchise. Season 1: The case of missing South Georgia teacher, Tara Grinstead, led to two arrests. Season 2: The disappearance of Kristal Reisinger, a young mother who disappeared from a remote Colorado mountain town...MORE Host Payne Lindsey
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 68.1KFacebook 104.1KTwitter 40.7KInstagram 29K Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. Sword and Scale

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Sword and Scale is a true crime podcast covering the dark underworld of crime and the criminal justice system’s response to it. The first episode launched January 1st, 2014 and feature stories of murder, abduction, rape, and even more bizarre forms of crime. It’s the purest form of true-crime where the raw uncensored audio tells the story. Everything from 911 calls to court testimony, interviews with victims and sometimes with perpetrators give listeners a 360 degree look at the seedy underbelly of human nature and so-called civilized society...MORE Host Mike Boudet
Email ****@swordandscale.com
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Apple Rating 4.1/5Apple Reviews 71.9KFacebook 1.6KTwitter 14Instagram 35 Avg Length 69 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

8. Cold

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Cold is a narrative podcast series focused on missing persons cases. Investigative journalist and host Dave Cawley takes on a single story with each season. Season 1: Susan Powell Case Files, the Cold journey begins with Dave's investigation into the unsolved disappearance of Susan Powell… and the man with the most to gain from her death. Season 2: Justice for Joyce Yost delves into the details of a murder-for-hire plot and attempts to find justice for Joyce – a woman who bravely reported her kidnapping and rape only to vanish without a trace...MORE Host Dave Cawley
Email ****@ksl.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 43.7KFacebook 53.2KTwitter 4.1KInstagram 18.1K Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

9. Criminal

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Criminal is the first of its kind. A show about people who’ve done wrong, been wronged, or gotten caught somewhere in the middle. Hosted by Phoebe Judge. Named a Best Podcast of 2023 by the New York Times. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.MORE Host Phoebe Judge
Email ****@thisiscriminal.com
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 48.7KFacebook 42.6KTwitter 33.6KInstagram 58.9K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. True Crime Obsessed

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The true crime podcast YOU NEED IN YOUR LIFE. We recap your favorite true crime documentaries with humor, sass, and heart. FROM VULTURE: "It’s not wrong to laugh when you’re listening to a true-crime podcast. Or at least I hope it isn’t, because if almost crashing my car while listening to True Crime Obsessed is wrong, I don’t want to be right." Hear our take on "Abducted in Plain Sight," "The Ted Bundy Tapes,"Dirty John: The Dirty Truth" and so many more.MORE Hosts Patrick Hinds, Gillian Pensavalle
Email ****@truecrimeobsessed.com
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Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 37.6KFacebook 62.6KTwitter 3.6KInstagram 134.1K Avg Length 69 min Format Long form Since May 2017 Get Email Contact

Best Serial Killer Podcasts

1. Unraveled

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Unraveled is hosted by journalist Alexis Linkletter. Each season features a deep dive investigation into a case or issue. Season 1 covers the case of the Long Island Serial Killer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Host Alexis Linkletter
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 12.1KFacebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

2. True Crime Bullsh**

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True Crime Bullsh** is a serialized, investigative podcast that aims to identify the missing victims of serial killer Israel Keyes. Host Josh Hallmark has spent close to a decade combing through FBI files, analyzing interrogation videos, and working with experts in the field in this comprehensive and ground-breaking podcast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-bullsh--3588169/support .MORE Host Josh Hallmark
Email ****@our-americana.com
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 5.8KFacebook Twitter 3.2KInstagram 13.2K Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Since Nov 2018 Get Email Contact

3. Dissecting Dexter

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A podcast devoted to the hit Showtime series Dexter, delving into the journey of Dexter Morgan, the serial killer hiding in plain sight as a police blood spatter expert in Miami. With episode commentary and plotline and character analysis, this is a perfect companion to the tv show. Email feedback to ****@gmail.com or follow on Twitter @dissectdexterMORE Host Gareth Watkins
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 292Facebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 66 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Paper Ghosts: The Ozarks

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It’s the dead of summer, 1989, in the heart of the Ozarks. An 18-year-old woman goes missing from Bella Vista, Arkansas. As the search moves forward, several suspects emerge. Then… a body is found not far from the Missouri border, and a homicide investigation begins. Soon, a second body is discovered nearby. What was a mystery transforms into the hunt for a possible serial killer stalking young women throughout the Ozarks. M. William Phelps digs in nearly 35 years later and begins to understand that things aren’t always what they seem. MORE Host M. William Phelps
Email ****@comcast.net
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 6.7KFacebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. PARTNERS IN TRUE CRIME

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What would you do if someone you loved was the victim of a serial killer? Once a killer is sentenced the case is usually closed, leaving thousands of victims unaccounted for. Laura Brand is the Serial Killer Whisperer she is a Forensic criminologist who has created the largest study on Serial Killers, her research even eclipses the FBI. For over a decade, Laura has developed relationships with the worlds most notorious killers as she extracts information on missing victims. Season 3 of Partners in True Crime will be co-hosted by Laura Brand...MORE Hosts Cindy Dorfmann, Rob Dorfmann
Email ****@strongislandfilms.com
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 228Facebook 2KTwitter 25Instagram 279 Avg Length 66 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

Best Cold Case & Unsolved Crime Podcasts

1. 48 Hours

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“48 Hours” uncovers the narrative behind crime and justice cases that have left a lasting mark on society. Award-winning CBS News correspondents thoughtfully examine the complexities of each crime by transporting you to the heart of the investigation through key evidence and gripping interviews with critical figures from the case. The unmatched reporting has made a tangible difference in countless lives, leading to the exoneration of wrongly convicted individuals and the reopening — and resolution — of previously closed cold cases...MORE Host Anne-Marie Green
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Apple Rating 4.1/5Apple Reviews 8.9KFacebook 2.2MTwitter 149.1KInstagram 274.9K Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

2. The Deck

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For years, some law enforcement agencies have replaced the faces of traditional playing card decks with images of missing and murdered people and distributed those cards in prisons hoping inmates would come forward with information needed to crack these cold cases wide open. Now, audiochuck is dealing you in. Each week, we will be working with investigators and family members to bring you the details of some of the coldest cases from around the country in hopes that someone listening can finally bring these victims the justice they deserve.MORE Host Ashley Flowers
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 11KFacebook 40.5KTwitter 3.9KInstagram 64.3K Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. Cold

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Cold is a narrative podcast series focused on missing persons cases. Investigative journalist and host Dave Cawley takes on a single story with each season. Season 1: Susan Powell Case Files, the Cold journey begins with Dave's investigation into the unsolved disappearance of Susan Powell… and the man with the most to gain from her death. Season 2: Justice for Joyce Yost delves into the details of a murder-for-hire plot and attempts to find justice for Joyce – a woman who bravely reported her kidnapping and rape only to vanish without a trace...MORE Host Dave Cawley
Email ****@ksl.com
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 43.7KFacebook 53.2KTwitter 4.1KInstagram 18.1K Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. True Crime Garage

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True Crime Garage: Your Weekly Dive into Real-Life Mysteries Grab a chair, crack open a cold one, and join hosts Nic and the Captain for an immersive journey into the world of true crime. True Crime Garage isn’t just a podcast—it’s a deep dive into some of the most fascinating and chilling cases, all delivered with smart storytelling, sharp banter, and a beer in hand. Each week, Nic and the Captain dissect a new case—from infamous international crimes to haunting hometown mysteries...MORE Hosts Nic Edwards, Patrick Edwards
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 38.7KFacebook 126.4KTwitter 39.9KInstagram 130.9K Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Vanished

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“The past is filled with incredible mysteries; the clues to solving them all around; hidden in plain sight. But these stories begin with some of the most famous vanishings in history."Join attorney Jennifer Taylor and investigator Chris Williamson as they re-open some of the biggest disappearance cases in all of history.Chasing clues, witnesses and new information Jennifer and Chris will take you on the ride of a lifetime and uncover new evidence in some of the biggest historical cold cases ever; some of which the world won't be ready to believe...MORE Hosts Jennifer Taylor, Chris Williamson
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Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 170Facebook 396Twitter 504Instagram 380 Avg Length 111 min Format Extended Get Email Contact

Best Homicide Podcasts

1. The Fall Line: True Crime

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The Fall Line® focuses on cold cases that need attention. We cover missing persons cases, unsolved homicides, and unidentified remains (John and Jane Does) with thorough research and deep respect for those affected. We speak with families, detectives, victim advocates, and forensic experts to understand what happened—and why these cases remain unsolved. Every episode centers the victims, not the drama. We're looking into decades-old disappearances, following up on unsolved murders, and exploring why certain cases don't get the coverage they deserve...MORE Hosts Laurah Norton, Brooke Hargrove
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 4.8KFacebook 7KTwitter 6.5KInstagram 11.2K Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

2. Homicide Worldwide Podcast

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TRUE CRIME - EXAMINATIONS OF CRIMES
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 39Facebook Twitter 467Instagram 176 Avg Length 83 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Homicide Homegirls

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Nowadays it seems like everyone is fascinated or intrigued by true crime cases, whether they want to admit it or not. Best friends, Arielle and Amanda, are no different. Join them as they discuss and analyze various true crime cases from murders and abductions to unsolved mysteries.MORE Hosts Arielle, Amanda
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Apple Rating 4.1/5Apple Reviews 175Facebook 1.6KTwitter 16Instagram 570 Avg Length 75 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. PNW Haunts & Homicides

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Join Caitlyn and Cassie as they chat about true crime, the paranormal, and all kinds of spooky sh*t in the Pacific Northwest. Just two "normal-ish" friends who wanted more local, creepy stories so they never sleep or leave their houses again. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pnw-haunts-homicides--5955451/support .MORE Hosts Caitlyn Pnw, Cassie Hahn
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 160Facebook 2.3KTwitter 1.2KInstagram 2.3K Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Vintage Homicide: A true crime podcast

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Hostesses Miss Ruby Wilde and Miss Mei Day combined their love of vintage fashion with their passion for forensic science on this collaboration, Vintage Homicide: A True Crime Podcast. We will be taking you through case histories from our unique perspectives as forensic scientists, examining evidence and the various historical analytical methods that may have been used...MORE Hosts Kori Hawk, Mei Day
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 23Facebook 127Twitter Instagram 1.2K Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

Best Missing Persons Podcasts

1. The Vanished Podcast

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The Vanished is a true crime podcast that explores the stories of those who have gone missing. The Vanished goes beyond conventional news reports to take a deep dive into the story of a different missing person each week. Host Marissa Jones brings you exclusive interviews with family members, friends, law enforcement and experts. What will The Vanished uncover next?Listen to The Vanished on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify...MORE Host Marissa Jones
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 16.8KFacebook 80.6KTwitter 24.2KInstagram 36.5K Avg Length 64 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

2. Dateline: Missing In America

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Are you the key to solving a mystery? That question is at the heart of this original series from Dateline. Correspondent Josh Mankiewicz reports on perplexing missing person cases brought to Dateline’s attention by our social media followers. Each episode focuses on one person’s story, as told by those left behind. Listen carefully to the details, descriptions and clues offered by family, friends and investigators. Something you hear might jog a memory that could help authorities crack a case...MORE Host Josh Mankiewicz
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 2.2KFacebook 3.2MTwitter 417.5KInstagram 478.4K Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. The Fall Line: True Crime

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The Fall Line® focuses on cold cases that need attention. We cover missing persons cases, unsolved homicides, and unidentified remains (John and Jane Does) with thorough research and deep respect for those affected. We speak with families, detectives, victim advocates, and forensic experts to understand what happened—and why these cases remain unsolved. Every episode centers the victims, not the drama. We're looking into decades-old disappearances, following up on unsolved murders, and exploring why certain cases don't get the coverage they deserve...MORE Hosts Laurah Norton, Brooke Hargrove
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 4.8KFacebook 7KTwitter 6.5KInstagram 11.2K Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. Missing Persons Mysteries

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Welcome to Missing Persons Mysteries! Best Selling Author and Entertainment Icon Steve Stockton discuss Missing Persons Cases, True Paranormal Stories, Unsolved Mysteries, Missing 411 Cases, Unexplained Phenomenon, The Supernatural, True Crime, Bizarre and Unsolved Disappearances and Stories of Survival. 🎞️ Check out our YouTube channel! 🎉 Check out our Patreon for exclusive content! 🙌 Missing Persons Mysteries Podcast 🆕 Playlist with ALL the channels content Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support .MORE Host Steve Stockton
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Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 373Facebook 14.9KTwitter 587Instagram 4.7K Avg Length 143 min Format Extended Get Email Contact

5. Missing in the Carolinas

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Award-winning writer Renee Roberson hosts this true crime podcast profiling missing people from North and South Carolina, along with true crime cases.
Host Renee Roberson
Email ****@finishedpages.com
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 142Facebook 605Twitter Instagram 570 Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

Best Kidnapping Podcasts

1. I Need Blue

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I turned around to see a masked man pointing a gun at me. It was just the beginning of a series of events, including robbery and abduction, which changed my life forever. I Need Blue, hosted by Jen Lee, is a podcast series featuring lived-experiences from survivors of life events. I NEED BLUE creates space for survivors of trauma to feel they BELONG, are LOVED, UNDERSTOOD and EMPOWERED! I called 9-1-1 and they provided me with life-saving directions to help my customer who was having a medical emergency. Law enforcement rescued us and caught the robber...MORE Host Jennifer Lee
Email ****@prmg.net
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 51Facebook 198Twitter Instagram 750 Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

2. Cold & Buried

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Formerly Crime Time Nerds. Cold & Buried is a true crime podcast, focusing on unidentified person's cases, cases of the missing or kidnapped, cold cases, and lesser known murders from across the United States. hosted by sisters in law Ash Lee & Nat SlaterMORE Hosts Ash Lee, Nat Slater
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 43Facebook 3.5KTwitter Instagram 748 Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Amy Should Be Forty

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In October 1989, a 10-year old girl went missing after school in a Cleveland suburb. The kidnapping and murder of Amy Mihaljevic is one of the area's most high-profile cases ever. And it's been 30 years since she was killed. On the anniversary of her disappearance, we look at the investigation and how new evidence could shed light on this cold case. "Amy Should Be Forty" is 5-part podcast from WKYC in Cleveland and VAULT Studios.MORE Host Shay McAlister
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 1.2KFacebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

4. Where's William Tyrrell?

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On the 12th of September 2014, three-year-old William Tyrrell disappeared from the yard of his foster grandmother’s house in the quiet town of Kendall, New South Wales.A search and rescue mission soon became an investigation into his likely abduction, but who took him?Was the kidnapping planned or an opportunistic crime? Are we any closer to knowing what happened to William today than we were almost five years ago?10 News First's Lia Harris and Natarsha Belling go through the entire story and strive to answer the question…Where’s William Tyrrell? Hosted on Acast. See acast...MORE Hosts Lia Harris, Natarsha Belling
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Apple Rating 4/5Apple Reviews 1.2KFacebook 108.2KTwitter 465Instagram 404 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. Nightmare in Chowchilla: The School Bus Kidnapping

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It was one the largest abductions in U.S. history. On July 15, 1976, a school bus carrying 26 schoolchildren ages 5 to 14 and their driver vanished without a trace in the tiny farming community of Chowchilla, California. As a frantic search for them began, the young, terrified hostages and their 55-year-old bus driver found themselves trapped in a scene that seemed like something straight out of a horror movie.Their unlikely captors, three directionless young men from affluent families, planned the kidnapping for more than 18 months in the hopes of getting “easy money...MORE Host Claudia Cowan
Email ****@fox.com
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 86Facebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

Best Investigative Journalism Podcasts

1. In The Dark

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In the Dark, hosted by Madeleine Baran, is an award-winning investigative-journalism podcast that started in 2016. Its first season looked at the mysterious abduction of Jacob Wetterling in rural Minnesota and the lack of accountability that sheriffs face when they fail to solve cases. Season 2 examined the case of Curtis Flowers, who was tried six times for the same crime. In 2020, In the Dark released a special report on the coronavirus pandemic in the Mississippi Delta. In 2023, In the Dark joined The New Yorker and in 2024, it released “The Runaway Princesses,” a four-part series that asks why the women in Dubai’s royal family keep trying to run away...MORE Host Madeleine Baran
Email ****@apmreports.org
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 32KFacebook 22.6KTwitter 26.4KInstagram Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

2. Battlefront: Frontline with Dustin Faulkner

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Dustin Faulkner breaks down current events from a Conservative perspective. Additionally, there is a lot of investigative journalism in exposing what's truly going on in our country... much of which will shock you! Tune in every Sunday evening for a LIVE episode of Battlefront: FrontlineMORE Host Dustin Faulkner
Email ****@outlook.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1Facebook Twitter 145Instagram Avg Length 129 min Format Extended Get Email Contact

3. William Ramsey Investigates

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William Ramsey Investigates is an investigative journalism broadcast covering a variety of subjects, including politics, parapolitics, true crime, history, conspiracies, religion, cults, exposing the occult, and more! "We gasp for air among people who believe they are absolutely right, whether it be in their machines or their ideas. And for all who cannot live without dialogue and the friendship of other human beings, this silence is the end of the world." Albert Camus Patreon: www.patreon.com/williamramseyinvestigates Website: www.williamramseyinvestigates...MORE Host William Ramsey
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 711Facebook Twitter 8.7KInstagram Avg Length 73 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Listen Frontier

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Listen Frontier is a podcast exploring the investigative journalism of The Frontier and featuring conversations with those on the frontlines of Oklahoma's most important stories. At The Frontier, our mission is to hold public officials accountable, give a voice to the powerless and tell the stories that others are afraid to tell, or that illuminate the lives of people in our community. We will shine a light on hypocrisy, fraud, abuse and wrongdoing at all levels in our community and state...MORE Host Ben Felder
Email ****@readfrontier.com
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 18Facebook 21.9KTwitter 15.5KInstagram Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. Long Story Short

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Oklahoma Watch is a nonprofit news organization specializing in investigative journalism. Long Story Short, a weekly podcast, lets you hear directly from our journalists as they provide deeper insight into their recently published stories.MORE Email ****@oklahomawatch.org
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 11Facebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 19 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

Best Serialized True Crime Podcasts

1. Serial

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Our newest podcast, “The Good Whale,” is out now. Search for it wherever you get your podcasts, or follow it here: https://lnk.to/good-whaleSerial Productions makes narrative podcasts that have transformed the medium. Sign up for our newsletter at nytimes.com/serialnewsletter to find out about new shows, get behind the scenes stories, and see photos and videos you can’t see on a podcast. To get full access to Serial Productions shows, and to other New York Times podcasts on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, subscribe at nytimes.com/podcasts...MORE Host Susan Burton
Email ****@serialpodcast.org
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 101.8KFacebook 424.1KTwitter 264.9KInstagram 58.8K Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Since Oct 2013 Get Email Contact

2. Betrayal: Weekly

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Betrayal Weekly is back for a brand new season. Every Thursday, Betrayal Weekly shares first-hand accounts of broken trust, shocking deceptions, and the trail of destruction they leave behind. Hosted by Andrea Gunning, this weekly ongoing series digs into real-life stories of betrayal and the aftermath. From stories of double lives to dark discoveries, these are cautionary tales and accounts of resilience against all odds. From the producers of the critically acclaimed Betrayal series, Betrayal Weekly drops new episodes every Thursday...MORE Host Andrea Gunning
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 8KFacebook 5.5KTwitter 1.1KInstagram 3.6K Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. GUILT

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*FREE Episodes Released every Monday during active seasons. Paid Brevity+ Subscribers get Early Release, Ad Free Listening, Bonus Episodes and access to the War Room on www.theguiltpodcast.com In this hit investigative podcast, Ryan Wolf investigates some of Australasia's most enduring unsolved criminal cases. Season Six On August 28th 1999, 16 year old Jessica Gaudie was babysitting in Nambour, Sunshine Coast, Australia, when she vanished without a trace...MORE Host Ryan Wolf
Producer/Network Brevity Studios
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 3KFacebook 4.7KTwitter Instagram 21.9K Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. The Kinahans

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In February 2016, a hit-team of 6 men burst through the doors of a boxing weigh-in at Dublin's Regency Hotel. There, a Kinahan Cartel lieutenant named David Byrne, was shot point blank in the head. The attack took place in front of a room packed full of sportspeople, media and civilians including young children. From that moment on, Irish gangland would never be the same again.The Kinahan's is a new true crime series from The Irish Sun telling the complete story of Ireland's most feared crime family...MORE Email ****@the-sun.ie
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 1.7KFacebook 329KTwitter 22.8KInstagram Avg Length 35 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. Up and Vanished

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Host Payne Lindsey heads to the edge of the arctic circle to investigate two mysterious disappearances from Nome, Alaska. Up and Vanished investigates mysterious cold case disappearances with each new season of the hit true crime franchise. Season 1: The case of missing South Georgia teacher, Tara Grinstead, led to two arrests. Season 2: The disappearance of Kristal Reisinger, a young mother who disappeared from a remote Colorado mountain town...MORE Host Payne Lindsey
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 68.1KFacebook 104.1KTwitter 40.7KInstagram 29K Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

Best Solved True Crime Podcasts

1. Cold Case Files

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Based on the iconic, Emmy-nominated series on A&E, this show explores some of the most difficult-to-solve murders, which stymied investigators and went cold, sometimes for decades. In fact, one-third of all murders in America remain open. But thanks to dogged investigators and breakthroughs in forensic technology, these cases become part of the rare 1% of cold cases that are ever solved. Cold Case Files is hosted by Paula Barros.MORE Host Paula Barros
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Apple Rating 4.1/5Apple Reviews 9.8KFacebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

2. CrimeWaves

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Interviews with the best investigators in the world. Cut through the spin and straight to the stories at the heart of major criminal cases with the people who solved the cases. Hosted by international journalist and academic Declan Hill, produced by his students at the University of New Haven - Ryan Decker, Aiden van Batenburg, and others. www.crimewavespodcast.com Follow us at @declan_hill MORE Host Declan Hill
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 56Facebook Twitter 62Instagram Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Solved Murders: True Crime Mysteries

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To commemorate our fourth anniversary, Parcast and the team behind Unsolved Murders are taking a closer look at what it takes to catch a killer. In the new series Solved Murders: True Crime Mysteries, you'll follow the clues and uncover the missing pieces to some of history's most gripping cases. Every Wednesday, join Carter and Wenndy as they explore the days, months, and even years leading up to a killer being caught. Each episode plays out like a classic murder mystery—where the final reveal is nearly as shocking as the murder itself...MORE Hosts Wenndy Mackenzie, Carter Roy
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Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 115Facebook 50.6KTwitter 28.8KInstagram 91.3K Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Nightwatch Files

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Covering solved cases only, Nightwatch Files is a podcast that delves deep into some of the most intriguing, mysterious, and chilling true crime stories from around the world. With its meticulous research and straightforward storytelling with a single host, the show presents each case with precision and respect, avoiding unnecessary banter or speculation. Nightwatch Files allows the facts to take center stage, unraveling complex investigations, unsolved mysteries, and infamous crimes with clarity and depth...MORE Host Harper Finley
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5. Murder Without Borders

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Murder Without Borders reveals rarely heard true crime stories from every corner of the globe. Each episode brings to life a fascinating, solved murder case—delving deep into the cultural subtleties, historical context, and compelling mysteries behind crimes seldom discussed in English.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 41 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

Best Medical True Crime Podcasts

1. MedCrimes: a Medical True Crime Podcast

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Join Devon, a registered nurse, and Kate, a nurse practitioner, as we dive into some of the most sinister medical true crime and medical mysteries.
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 432Facebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

2. The Medical Detectives

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The Medical Detectives is a weekly podcast where medicine meets mystery—told by the very people who’ve lived it. Hosted by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Erin Nance and content creator Anna O’Brien, each episode unravels strange and surprising medical tales from the people who lived through them. Think of it as a detective story—only here, the clues are hidden in blood tests, x-rays, and patient files.From curious, unsolved diagnoses to behind-the-scenes accounts of what really goes on in hospital corridors, Anna and Dr...MORE Hosts Dr. Erin Nance, Anna O’Brien
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Apple Rating 3.6/5Apple Reviews 849Facebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 71 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Doctoring the Truth

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Welcome to Doctoring the Truth, a podcast where two dedicated audiologists dissect the world of healthcare gone rogue. Explore jaw-dropping stories of medical malfeasance, nefariousness, and shocking breaches of trust. The episodes provide deep dives that latch onto your curiosity and conscience. It's a podcast for truth-seekers craving true crime, clinical insights, and a dash of humor.MORE Hosts Jenne Tunnell, Amanda House
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 62 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Murder by Medicine

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Meant to heal, yet kills. Ever wonder what underlying motives seemingly innocent individuals have, which leads them to kill their dear ones? Ever wondered the mental dysphoria many have, ultimately resulting in their untimely demise? Listen in to Murder by Medicine, a podcast meant to illustrate these brutal fatalities through medicine, and strives to share the voices of those who are no longer with us.MORE Host Lizbeth Susan George
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 17 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

5. MrBallen’s Medical Mysteries

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The human body is a miracle. But when it’s not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we’re sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold. From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you’ll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen’s Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between MrBallen and Wondery, the award-winning company behind Dr...MORE Host Jonathan Bartlett Allen
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 7.6KFacebook 5.7MTwitter 87KInstagram 1.6M Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

Best Family Friendly True Crime Podcasts

1. The Vanished Podcast

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The Vanished is a true crime podcast that explores the stories of those who have gone missing. The Vanished goes beyond conventional news reports to take a deep dive into the story of a different missing person each week. Host Marissa Jones brings you exclusive interviews with family members, friends, law enforcement and experts. What will The Vanished uncover next?Listen to The Vanished on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify...MORE Host Marissa Jones
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 16.8KFacebook 80.6KTwitter 24.2KInstagram 36.5K Avg Length 64 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

2. PARTNERS IN TRUE CRIME

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What would you do if someone you loved was the victim of a serial killer? Once a killer is sentenced the case is usually closed, leaving thousands of victims unaccounted for. Laura Brand is the Serial Killer Whisperer she is a Forensic criminologist who has created the largest study on Serial Killers, her research even eclipses the FBI. For over a decade, Laura has developed relationships with the worlds most notorious killers as she extracts information on missing victims. Season 3 of Partners in True Crime will be co-hosted by Laura Brand...MORE Hosts Cindy Dorfmann, Rob Dorfmann
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 228Facebook 2KTwitter 25Instagram 279 Avg Length 66 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Without Warning Podcast®

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Without Warning Podcast® is a true crime in real-time. This podcast goes behind the scenes with renowned private investigator Sheila Wysocki as she pulls back the curtain on official police investigations of real, tragic deaths that don’t add up. Crowdsourcing Justice™.In Season One of the Without Warning® podcast, Wysocki investigates the tragic death of Lauren Agee, who died while attending a lakeside boating event with friends...MORE Host Sheila Wysocki
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 2.9KFacebook 21.2KTwitter 6.9KInstagram 4.9K Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. Dark Downeast

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Dark Downeast: Maine and New England's True Crime Podcast digs into the decades-old and modern day cases that prickle the history of Vacationland and beyond – the unsolved homicides, undetermined deaths, unexplained disappearances and other dark stories of New England.Investigative journalist and storyteller Kylie Low gets straight to the story with a mix of narrated episodes and documentary style production featuring interviews with surviving family and friends and insight on the investigations from detectives and sources who know these cases best...MORE Host Kylie Low
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 3.7KFacebook 12.7KTwitter 316Instagram 22.4K Avg Length 41 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. The Path Went Chilly

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Welcome to The Path Went Chilly where Robin Warder from The Trail Went Cold will discuss his favorite cases with friends Dr. Jules from Riddle Me That! True Crime and Criminologist Dr. Ashley Wellman. This will be a deep dive and a fresh perspective, join us as we descend deeper down the rabbit hole & examine these unsolved cases with compassionate consideration towards the families left behind.MORE Hosts Dr. Ashley Wellman, Dr. Jules, Robin Warder
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 326Facebook Twitter 2.2KInstagram Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

Best True Crime Podcasts For Road Trips

1. Crime Junkie

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Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won't hear anywhere else...MORE Hosts Ashley Flowers, Brit Prawat
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 387.2KFacebook 705.8KTwitter 134.7KInstagram 1.3M Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Since Dec 2017 Get Email Contact

2. Serial

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Our newest podcast, “The Good Whale,” is out now. Search for it wherever you get your podcasts, or follow it here: https://lnk.to/good-whaleSerial Productions makes narrative podcasts that have transformed the medium. Sign up for our newsletter at nytimes.com/serialnewsletter to find out about new shows, get behind the scenes stories, and see photos and videos you can’t see on a podcast. To get full access to Serial Productions shows, and to other New York Times podcasts on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, subscribe at nytimes.com/podcasts...MORE Host Susan Burton
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 101.8KFacebook 424.1KTwitter 264.9KInstagram 58.8K Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Since Oct 2013 Get Email Contact

3. My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

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My Favorite Murder is a true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark. Each week, Karen and Georgia share compelling true crimes and hometown stories from friends and listeners. Since MFM launched in January of 2016, Karen and Georgia have shared their lifelong interest in true crime and have covered stories of infamous serial killers like the Night Stalker, mysterious cold cases, captivating cults, incredible survivor stories and important events from history like the Tulsa race massacre of 1921...MORE Hosts Karen Kilgariff, Georgia Hardstark
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 199.5KFacebook 500.4KTwitter 304.8KInstagram 894.3K Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Last Podcast On The Left

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The Last Podcast on the Left covers all the horrors our world has to offer, both imagined and real. From demons and slashers to cults and serial killers, The Last Podcast is guaranteed to satisfy your bloodlust.Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Last Podcast on the Left ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.MORE Hosts Henry Zebrowski, Marcus Parks, Ed Larson
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 61.4KFacebook Twitter Instagram Avg Length 80 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Casefile True Crime

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Fact is scarier than fiction. Subscribe to Casefile Premium to receive ad-free episodes released one week early, along with access to bonus Q&A's, our exclusive show 'Behind the Files', and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Host Casey
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 70.8KFacebook 91KTwitter 56.8KInstagram 89.6K Avg Length 58 min Format Long form Since Jan 2016 Get Email Contact