Ghosted
Stories of people who have completely vanished, covering both crime disappearances and chosen disappearances.
Podcasts Like Ghosted
If you loved Ghosted, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Missing Person shows.
Why listeners love Ghosted
Ghosted covers the full spectrum of disappearances, from criminal abductions to people who have chosen to vanish. The breadth of the disappearance topic allows for variety within a focused theme. Listeners rate its binge factor at 7/10.
Binge Factor
7/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialised
Mix of serialized and standalone episodes
Style
Narrative; immersive
Presentation approach
Episode Length
30-50 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo host
Presentation format
Verdict
Good for missing persons fans who want a broader view of disappearances
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Ghosted
Counter Clock
True crime fans who appreciate slow, careful investigation over quick-hit anthology formats; listeners who want journalism-quality research and original reporting.
NaturalQueen77 True Crime TV
Responsibly sourced true crime investigations using verified court documents — covering missing persons, cold cases, homicides, and MMIW cases.
True Crime Garage
True crime fans who enjoy laid-back, conversational coverage of a wide range of cases; the podcast equivalent of true crime over drinks with friends.
Your Own Backyard
Listeners who want investigative true crime with real-world consequence and single-minded, passionate focus from a creator who refused to let a case die.
Bear Brook
True crime fans fascinated by forensic science, DNA technology, and cold cases with a genuine scientific payoff.
The Deck Investigates
Audiochuck's deep investigation of cold case homicide victims featured on playing card decks distributed to prison inmates.
The Teacher's Pet
True crime fans who like journalism-driven investigations with massive real-world impact; anyone fascinated by domestic crime and institutional failure.
Five Miles From Home
Keith Morrison and Dateline investigate the disappearance of high school junior Micaela Costanzo on her way home from track practice in a small Nevada casino town.
Going West
Daphne Woolsoncroft and Heath Merryman cover haunting disappearance and murder cases twice a week, building one of the genre's deepest back catalogues.
LISK: Long Island Serial Killer
Dedicated ongoing coverage of the Long Island Serial Killer investigation, which began in 2010 with the disappearance of sex worker Shannan Gilbert.
Death in Ice Valley
True crime fans who love cold case mysteries with an international dimension; people fascinated by forensic identification and the stories hidden in unidentified remains.
Charlene: Somebody Knows Something
The Crime Desk revisits the 2003 disappearance of 14-year-old Charlene Downes from Blackpool — a case that still has no resolution.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghosted (original) | Serialised | United States | 7/10 |
| Counter Clock | Serialized | United States | 7/10 |
| NaturalQueen77 True Crime TV | Episodic | United States | 5/10 |
| True Crime Garage | Episodic | United States | 7/10 |
| Your Own Backyard | Serialized | United States | 9/10 |
| Bear Brook | Serialized | United States | 9/10 |
| The Deck Investigates | Both | United States | 9/10 |
| The Teacher's Pet | Serialized | Australia | 9/10 |
| Five Miles From Home | Serialized | United States | 8/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Ghosted?
The best alternatives to Ghosted are podcasts that share its Missing Person 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 Ghosted?
Ghosted is known for its narrative; immersive approach to Missing Person. It scores 7/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of Ghosted?
Episodes of Ghosted are typically 30-50 min long. The format varies between serialized arcs and standalone episodes.
Where can I listen to Ghosted?
Ghosted 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 Ghosted 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.