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The Golden State Killer: The Best Podcasts, Books and Audiobooks on the Case
A reading and listening order for the Golden State Killer case: the podcasts that cover the manhunt and the victims, and the two books that tell the investigator's side.
Best Murder Mystery Podcasts: True Cases That Still Have Questions to Answer
Nine true murder mystery podcasts built around a real question: who did it, was the right person convicted, or what really happened? Each with a binge score.
Best True Crime Books 2026
The best true crime books to read in 2026, chosen for podcast listeners — from Ted Bundy and the Golden State Killer to British and historical true crime.
Genetic Genealogy: How Cold Cases Are Being Solved With DNA Databases
How investigators use public genealogy databases — not police DNA databanks — to solve decades-old cases, from the Golden State Killer to Bryan Kohberger.
Best Cold Case Podcasts: Unsolved Crimes Worth Your Time
Cold case podcasts at their best are genuine investigative journalism that reopens forgotten crimes and sometimes solves them. These are the best in the genre — rated honestly.
Best Serial Killer Podcasts: Beyond the Celebrity Killers
The best serial killer podcasts, ranked honestly, including overlooked cases the celebrity killers have crowded out and the investigative work that matters.
Best Missing Persons Podcasts: Cold Cases That Still Need Answers
The best true crime podcasts about missing persons — from Kristin Smart to Maura Murray. Each show chosen for investigative depth and sensitivity toward victims and families.
Best American True Crime Podcasts: The Essential US Shows
The best American true crime podcasts — from Serial and Your Own Backyard to In the Dark and Bear Brook. Covering US criminal justice with depth and rigour.
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.