Criminology
True crime fans who want book-length depth in a podcast format; listeners who feel most podcasts only scratch the surface of their subjects.
Podcasts Like Criminology
If you loved Criminology, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Murder, Serial Killer, Cold Case, Courtroom shows.
Why listeners love Criminology
Criminology is for true crime fans who've been frustrated by how shallow most podcasts are — Mike Morford goes deeper than almost anyone else in the genre.
Binge Factor
7/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Episodic
New case with every episode
Style
Serious, analytical, comprehensive
Presentation approach
Episode Length
Episodes run long; multi-part series across subjects; large back catalogue
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo narrator
Presentation format
Verdict
Good if niche interests you
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Criminology
Cold
True crime fans who appreciate methodical investigative journalism and are prepared for deeply upsetting content involving family violence.
Generation Why
True crime veterans who appreciate depth, long discussion, and a massive back catalogue spanning the entire history of the genre.
Trace Evidence
True crime fans who prioritise research quality above all else; listeners frustrated by inaccuracies in mainstream true crime; those who want depth over speed.
Son of a Hitman
Investigates hitman Charles Harrelson and the crimes linked to him.
Murder In The Rain
Two hosts cover cases from the Pacific Northwest.
A Million Other Choices
A Canadian-hosted, victim-centred true crime podcast covering murder and other criminal cases from around the world, with a particular interest in the Canadian justice system.
Gone South
Narrative series about crime in the American South, now widening to other regions.
They Will Kill
Sisters cover lesser-known and strange true crime cases.
True Crime Recaps
Two storytellers go through widely discussed true crime cases.
Unsolved (RTÉ)
A weekly Irish cold-case podcast from RTÉ, presented by crime journalist Barry Cummins and 2FM presenter Katja Mia.
MURDERISH
Jami Rice tells real cases in full, from start to finish, with detailed research.
Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast
Foggy gaslit streets. A quiet courtroom. And crimes that history tried to bury. <
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminology (original) | Episodic | United States | 7/10 |
| Cold | Serialized | United States | 7/10 |
| Generation Why | Episodic | United States | 7/10 |
| Trace Evidence | Episodic | United States | 5/10 |
| Son of a Hitman | Serialized | United States | — |
| Murder In The Rain | Episodic | United States | — |
| A Million Other Choices | Episodic | Canada | — |
| Gone South | Serialized | United States | — |
| They Will Kill | Episodic | United States | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Criminology?
The best alternatives to Criminology are podcasts that share its Murder, Serial Killer, Cold Case, Courtroom focus and episodic format. Our editorial team has hand-picked the most similar shows based on content type, storytelling style, and community ratings.
Why do people love Criminology?
Criminology is known for its serious, analytical, comprehensive approach to Murder and Serial Killer. It scores 7/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of Criminology?
Episodes of Criminology are typically Episodes run long; multi-part series across subjects; large back catalogue long. It follows an episodic format, with each episode covering a different case.
Where can I listen to Criminology?
Criminology is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. You can find it by searching the show name on any of those platforms.
What is the best episode of Criminology to start with?
New listeners are recommended to start with Choose a series covering a case you're already interested in — the multi-part format rewards full commitment. Episodes can generally be listened to in any order.