Fake Psychic
BBC Radio 4's short series on the man who claimed he could put 1960s America in touch with the dead — for a fee.
Podcasts Like Fake Psychic
If you loved Fake Psychic, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Fraud, Historical Crime shows.
Why listeners love Fake Psychic
A lighter fraud story with real historical bite — good Fraud & Scams shelf filler. Listeners rate its binge factor at 6/10. It follows a serialized format — each season covers one case in depth, building suspense across episodes.
Binge Factor
6/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialized
One story told across multiple episodes
Style
Curious, wry, atmospheric
Presentation approach
Episode Length
25-35 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo narrator
Presentation format
Verdict
Good if you want a lighter, stranger entry into the Fraud & Scams shelf
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Fake Psychic
Dark Histories
British podcast exploring the darkest chapters in history including crimes, disasters and historical mysteries.
Lady Justice True Crime
UK podcast deep-diving into little-known fascinating cases from British history and the present.
Lore
Award-winning dark history podcast exploring terrifying historical truths that inspired folklore and legend.
Cults
Deep exploration of cult psychology and the dark histories of major cult groups from Jim Jones to modern movements.
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.
Serial Killers
Parcast's weekly deep dive into the psychology and criminal histories of notorious serial killers.
The Missing Cryptoqueen
BBC journalist Jamie Bartlett tracks down Dr Ruja Ignatova, who persuaded millions to invest in OneCoin before vanishing without a trace.
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.
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.
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.
Conspiracy Theories
Evaluating the evidence behind major conspiracy theories, from political assassinations to corporate cover-ups.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fake Psychic (original) | Serialized | United Kingdom | 6/10 |
| Dark Histories | Serialised | United Kingdom | 8/10 |
| Lady Justice True Crime | Serialised | United Kingdom | 7/10 |
| Lore | Serialised | United States | 9/10 |
| Cults | Both | United States | 9/10 |
| The Retrievals | Serialized | United States | 9/10 |
| Serial Killers | Serialised | United States | 9/10 |
| The Missing Cryptoqueen | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| Sweet Bobby | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Fake Psychic?
The best alternatives to Fake Psychic are podcasts that share its Fraud, Historical Crime focus and serialized format. We've matched alternatives based on case types, storytelling format, and community ratings from our database.
Why do people love Fake Psychic?
Fake Psychic is known for its curious, wry, atmospheric approach to Fraud and Historical Crime. It scores 6/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of Fake Psychic?
Episodes of Fake Psychic are typically 25-35 min long. It follows a serialized format, covering one story across multiple episodes.
Where can I listen to Fake Psychic?
Fake Psychic is available on BBC Sounds, Apple Podcasts, Spotify. You can find it by searching the show name on any of those platforms.
What is the best episode of Fake Psychic to start with?
New listeners are recommended to start with Episode 1. As a serialized podcast, it's best to start from the beginning of a season.