Podcasts Like Anatomy of a Scam
If you loved Anatomy of a Scam, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Fraud, Scam shows.
Why listeners love Anatomy of a Scam
Explains how scams work in Australia and who runs them. It follows a serialized format — each season covers one case in depth, building suspense across episodes.
Format
Serialized
One story told across multiple episodes
Episode Length
About 29 min
Typical episode duration
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Anatomy of a Scam
Sweet Bobby
Tortoise Media's definitive account of a years-long catfishing scheme — one of the most-discussed UK true crime podcasts of the decade.
The Missing Cryptoqueen
BBC journalist Jamie Bartlett tracks down Dr Ruja Ignatova, who persuaded millions to invest in OneCoin before vanishing without a trace.
The Retrievals
True crime fans interested in medical crime, systemic bias, and the treatment of women in healthcare; essential for anyone who has ever been dismissed by a doctor.
Two-Faced: John of God
Exactly Right and iHeart investigate João Teixeira de Faria, the Brazilian 'spiritual healer' known worldwide as John of God, accused of abuse by hundreds.
I Am Not Nicholas
BBC Studios tracks Nicholas Rossi, a man accused of sexual assault who spent years evading justice by claiming to be someone else entirely.
The Shrink Next Door
Veteran journalist Joe Nocera's Hamptons neighbor was a therapist to the stars — until Nocera discovered everything he thought he knew about him was wrong.
The Lazarus Heist
BBC World Service investigates North Korea's billion-dollar state-sponsored hacking operation.
Catch and Kill: The Podcast Tapes
Ronan Farrow's raw tapes from the Weinstein investigation — including what NBC refused to broadcast.
Dr. Death
True crime fans interested in medical crime, institutional failure, and white-collar predators — compelling for anyone who has ever trusted a doctor blindly.
British Scandal
The obvious companion to American Scandal — a season-by-season anthology of Britain's biggest political and institutional scandals.
Crimetown
True crime fans who want novelistic, character-driven storytelling about organised crime and institutional corruption; listeners who want something that feels as much like great drama as documentary.
Sea of Lies
CBC's Uncover, hosted by Sam Mullins, follows a con man whose trail of stolen identities and deception crosses continents — until a Rolex watch helps crack the case.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anatomy of a Scam (original) | Serialized | Australia | — |
| Sweet Bobby | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| The Missing Cryptoqueen | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| The Retrievals | Serialized | United States | 9/10 |
| Two-Faced: John of God | Serialized | United States | 8/10 |
| I Am Not Nicholas | Serialized | United Kingdom | 8/10 |
| The Shrink Next Door | Serialized | United States | 8/10 |
| The Lazarus Heist | — | United Kingdom | 8/10 |
| Catch and Kill: The Podcast Tapes | — | United States | 8/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Anatomy of a Scam?
The best alternatives to Anatomy of a Scam are podcasts that share its Fraud, Scam focus and serialized format. We've matched alternatives based on case types, storytelling format, and community ratings from our database.
Why do people love Anatomy of a Scam?
Anatomy of a Scam is known for its compelling approach to Fraud and Scam.
How long are episodes of Anatomy of a Scam?
Episodes of Anatomy of a Scam are typically About 29 min long. It follows a serialized format, covering one story across multiple episodes.
Where can I listen to Anatomy of a Scam?
Anatomy of a Scam is available on Apple Podcasts. You can find it by searching the show name on any of those platforms.