Accused
Cincinnati Enquirer investigation of Elizabeth Andes, convicted of murder in 1978 in a case with major questions.
Podcasts Like Accused
If you loved Accused, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Wrongful Conviction, Courtroom, Journalism shows.
Why listeners love Accused
Accused is a landmark newspaper-driven podcast that preceded many similar efforts, with the Cincinnati Enquirer's Amber Hunt investigating the 1978 conviction of Elizabeth Andes. Its impact demonstrated how local journalism could generate podcasts of national significance. With a binge factor of 8/10, it sits among the most compulsively listenable shows in the genre.
Binge Factor
8/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialised
Mix of serialized and standalone episodes
Style
Investigative; journalistic
Presentation approach
Episode Length
25-45 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo host
Presentation format
Verdict
Important for fans of wrongful conviction journalism and early serialised true crime
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Accused
Bone Valley
True crime fans who care deeply about wrongful conviction, prosecutorial failure, and the fight to free innocent people; fans of In the Dark will find this essential.
The Thing About Pam
True crime fans who want jaw-dropping courthouse drama; anyone who likes watching a case unravel in real time as new evidence emerges; fans of courtroom true crime with an extraordinary villain at its centre.
Wrongful Conviction
Criminal justice reform advocates; true crime fans troubled by prosecutorial misconduct and the fallibility of the justice system.
In the Dark
Listeners who want journalism-grade investigation into wrongful convictions, systemic racism, and institutional failures — more 60 Minutes than true crime thriller.
Serial
Anyone interested in journalism, legal procedure, and deep investigative dives into morally ambiguous cases with no easy answers.
CounterClock
Audiochuck's serialised investigative podcast working with law enforcement to bring cold cases to justice.
Wrongful Conviction with Jason Flom
Jason Flom interviews the wrongfully convicted and their advocates to expose failures in the justice system.
Murdaugh Murders Podcast
Journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell broke the Murdaugh family saga before it became a national story, and kept reporting it deeper than anyone else.
Believed
Listeners who want to understand systemic institutional failure, survivor stories, and how Nassar's abuse was enabled so long; essential for anyone working in safeguarding or sports.
The Trial of Erin Patterson
The Crime Desk's courtroom coverage of the Erin Patterson 'mushroom murders' trial — one of the biggest cases of the decade.
Delve: Diagnosis of a Crime — The Trial
Melanie Reid's newsroom.co.nz investigation returns for Season 2, with unprecedented access inside the criminal trial of a professional athlete accused in a complex medical case involving their child.
Suspect (NPR/Embedded)
True crime fans who want journalism-grade investigation into systemic racial injustice; listeners who followed In the Dark and want more journalism-led true crime.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accused (original) | Serialised | United States | 8/10 |
| Bone Valley | Serialized | United States | 9/10 |
| The Thing About Pam | Serialized | United States | 7/10 |
| Wrongful Conviction | Episodic | United States | 7/10 |
| In the Dark | Serialized | United States | 10/10 |
| Serial | Serialized | United States | 10/10 |
| CounterClock | Serialised | United States | 9/10 |
| Wrongful Conviction with Jason Flom | Episodic | United States | 9/10 |
| Murdaugh Murders Podcast | Serialized | United States | 9/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Accused?
The best alternatives to Accused are podcasts that share its Wrongful Conviction, Courtroom, Journalism focus and serialised format. Our editorial team has hand-picked the most similar shows based on content type, storytelling style, and community ratings.
Why do people love Accused?
Accused is known for its investigative; journalistic approach to Wrongful Conviction and Courtroom. It scores 8/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of Accused?
Episodes of Accused are typically 25-45 min long. The format varies between serialized arcs and standalone episodes.
Where can I listen to Accused?
Accused is available on Apple Podcasts. You can find it by searching the show name on any of those platforms.
What is the best episode of Accused to start with?
New listeners are recommended to start with Episode 1 — best heard in order. Episodes can generally be listened to in any order.