Why is it hard to pick a good true-crime podcast? It’s simple— the market is flooded with thousands of different podcasts to choose from, and let me tell you— some are good, and some are not so good.
Well, have no fear because we’re here to help you sift through all of those podcasts.
If you’re a crime junkie, these podcasts are for you. Keep reading for the top 7 best true crime podcasts of 2019.
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7. Culpable
Culpable is a new investigative true-crime podcast presented by Tenderfoot TV and Black Mountain Media. This show explores unsolved cases where the ones who are blamed for the crime interestingly escape the harrows of justice.
The main series of the show revolves around the death of a young man named Christian Adreacchio, who was found dead in the bathroom of his apartment on February 26th, 2014.
The episodes that are available to listen to are filled with case file information, witness accounts, and a detailed look surrounding Christian’s suspicious death.
The producers of Culpable are taking their efforts beyond entertainment by offering a $100,000 reward to anyone who has information leading to the arrest of the killer.
6. Monster
The next must-listen-to crime podcast is another creation from Tenderfoot media called Monster. This true-crime podcast focuses on serial killers of the early eras. Its first season called Atlanta Monster dives into the sick and sadistic Atlanta child murders of the late ’70s and early ’80s.
The second season dives into the investigation of one of the most notorious killing sprees of the 20th century—of the Zodiac killer.
If you want to listen to the gripping tales of the insane men and women behind some of the worst killing sprees in history, check this one out.
5. Crime Junkie
Crime Junkie is everything you would expect it to be. Debuting in late 2017, host Ashley Flowers and co-host Brit Prawat will give you your fix of true crime stories that focus firmly on the victim(s) and their solved and sometimes unsolved crime.
Flowers gives you a true-crime narrative with a storyteller tone, while Brit shares insightful color commentary and reactions to the real stories they talk about in the podcast. Crime Junkie currently has 98 episodes in the queue for you to enjoy.
4. Hollywood Crime Scene
This podcast focuses on scandals and crimes that involve celebrities. The podcast ranges in duration from 30 minutes to an hour.
Hosts Desi Jedeikin and Rachel Fisher take you on a journey that will give you all the feels that a true crime junkie deserves.
Just because a podcast is about true crime doesn’t mean it can’t be witty. This one is filled with humor and pop culture references, which is sure to entertain.
3. Today in True Crime
If you need a daily dose of true-crime, Today in True Crime gives you 365 days of crimes to explore.
This podcast covers a wide variety of true-crime events and the impacts that made these crimes interesting in nature.
Today in True Crime will give you a bite-size taste with 15-20 minutes episodes.
With this podcast being short in duration, these informative real crime tidbits will complement well with the longer podcasts you listen to if you have some extra time.
2. Serial
Serial is a real crime podcast that pretty much started it all in the genre of crime podcasts back in 2014. Over the course of each season, host and investigative journalist Sarah Koenig tells the story of a true-crime event that once shocked the world.
Serial has been credited with winning every major award for broadcasting. With over 250 million downloads in the first two seasons, according to Serial Productions, this podcast shows no signs of slowing down.
Serial has garnered much intrigue by its subscribers—it has spawned many companion podcasts like Crime Writers on Serial, The Serial Serial, and also Undisclosed: The State Vs. Adnan Syed.
1. Hell and Gone
If you like Serial, then you’re going to love this one. Hell and Gone is a true-crime podcast that dives into the murder of Rebekah Gould that happened in Arkansas back in 2004.
Host, Catherine Townsend gives you a first-hand account by moving to the city where the murder takes place. Each week Townsend, her investigative team takes you on the journey with investigation reports and witness accounts. The team uses its best efforts to track down the killer who has never been caught.
The fact that the killer may still be living in the small town piques curiosity and keeps your ears on the edge of their seats.
Notable Mentions of the Best True Crime Podcasts
There you go! The top 7 true-crime podcasts of 2019. Even though these podcasts are on the top of our list, there are still plenty of podcasts that didn’t make the cut but are still just a good.
Check these out:
Bear Brook – The chilling accounts of the murder of an adult and a child in Hampshire’s Bear Brook Park.
Bardstown – This one dives into the five unsolved murders that have plagued America’s Most Beautiful Small Town of Bardstown Kentucky.
Red Handed – A British crime podcast that covers everything from disturbing unsolved mysteries to notorious serial killers.
S-Town – This true-crime podcast hosted by Brian Reed explores murder, mental health that takes you on an intriguing road filled with twists and misdirection with every episode. As you listen longer in the series, you’ll find a surprising connection between the episodes.
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Where Can You Find These Podcasts?
To find the best true crime podcasts, you don’t have to look too far. All you have to do is go to one of these popular podcast platforms such as Stitcher, the Apple App store, or Spotify and start binging now!