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Why We're Obsessed With True Crime: The Psychology Behind the Genre

Why do millions of people listen to true crime podcasts? Research reveals the genuine psychological mechanisms behind our obsession with murder, missing persons, and crime.

22 Jul 20266 min readpsychology

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How Serial Changed Podcasting Forever

Serial launched in October 2014 and reached 5 million downloads faster than any podcast in history. Here's what it actually changed, and what it got wrong.

10 Jul 20267 min readserial

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True Crime Podcasts That Helped Solve Real Crimes

A handful of true crime podcasts have done more than document crimes — they've directly contributed to solving them. Here are the most significant cases where a podcast made a difference.

4 Jul 20267 min readinvestigation