Dark Side of Wikipedia
Dark true crime and history stories connected to Wikipedia entries.
Podcasts Like Dark Side of Wikipedia
If you loved Dark Side of Wikipedia, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Historical Crime shows.
Why listeners love Dark Side of Wikipedia
Dark Side of Wikipedia uses Wikipedia articles as a springboard to explore strange and criminal events throughout history. The format produces an interesting variety of cases and events.
Binge Factor
8/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialised
Mix of serialized and standalone episodes
Style
Narrative; immersive
Presentation approach
Episode Length
20-40 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo host
Presentation format
Verdict
Good for listeners who enjoy discovering unusual dark history events
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Dark Side of Wikipedia
Last Seen
True crime fans interested in art crime, historical heists, and the murky world of stolen art recovery; anyone who loved the Netflix documentary.
Morbid
True crime fans who enjoy real forensic expertise delivered with warmth and humour; those who want both depth and a sense of fun.
Tenfold More Wicked
True crime fans who love history; listeners who want cases they definitely haven't heard about; anyone who finds contemporary true crime's media saturation exhausting and wants genuinely fresh material.
Forgotten Australia
Strange and dark stories from Australian history, including crimes and unsolved mysteries.
Twisted Britain
A fortnightly UK true crime show recorded in a Stirling pub, with a taste for the weird.
Bad, Mad & Northern
A historical true crime show digging into dark and odd stories from the North of England.
Michigan Monsters
Forgotten crimes and dark history from Michigan, told with some humour.
Cults
Deep exploration of cult psychology and the dark histories of major cult groups from Jim Jones to modern movements.
Serial Killers
Parcast's weekly deep dive into the psychology and criminal histories of notorious serial killers.
Lore
Award-winning dark history podcast exploring terrifying historical truths that inspired folklore and legend.
Unsolved Murders: True Crime Stories
Character-driven narrative drama covering historical unsolved murders in accessible storytelling.
Murder Mile UK True Crime
London-focused true crime where the host physically walks the streets where each murder happened — seven-time award nominee.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Side of Wikipedia (original) | Serialised | United States | 8/10 |
| Last Seen | Serialized | United States | 7/10 |
| Morbid | Episodic | United States | 5/10 |
| Tenfold More Wicked | Serialized | United States | 7/10 |
| Forgotten Australia | Episodic | Australia | — |
| Twisted Britain | Episodic | United Kingdom | — |
| Bad, Mad & Northern | Episodic | United Kingdom | — |
| Michigan Monsters | Episodic | United States | — |
| Cults | Both | United States | 9/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Dark Side of Wikipedia?
The best alternatives to Dark Side of Wikipedia are podcasts that share its Historical Crime 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 Dark Side of Wikipedia?
Dark Side of Wikipedia is known for its narrative; immersive approach to Historical Crime. It scores 8/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of Dark Side of Wikipedia?
Episodes of Dark Side of Wikipedia are typically 20-40 min long. The format varies between serialized arcs and standalone episodes.
Where can I listen to Dark Side of Wikipedia?
Dark Side of Wikipedia 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 Dark Side of Wikipedia 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.