Intrigue: Lockerbie
BBC Radio 4's investigative strand turns to Lockerbie — who was really behind the bombing that killed 270 people in 1988.
Podcasts Like Intrigue: Lockerbie
If you loved Intrigue: Lockerbie, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Terrorism, Conspiracy, Investigative shows.
Why listeners love Intrigue: Lockerbie
One of the world's longest-running conspiracies, re-opened by a strand with a strong investigative track record. It follows a serialized format — each season covers one case in depth, building suspense across episodes.
Binge Factor
8/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialized
One story told across multiple episodes
Style
Investigative, historical, revelatory
Presentation approach
Episode Length
30-40 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo narrator
Presentation format
Verdict
Good if you want one of the world's longest-running unsolved conspiracies re-examined properly
Our editorial rating
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Crime Next Door: The Beast of Birkenhead
BBC’s Olivia Graham revisits the 1986 Diane Sindall murder and the 2025 quashing of Peter Sullivan’s conviction. Sullivan quashed 13 May 2025; killer unknown.
Crime & Conspiracies with Coffee
Friends cover true crime and conspiracy theories.
S-Town
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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 Trial of Erin Patterson
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Pipeline
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Lords of Death
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How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intrigue: Lockerbie (original) | Serialized | United Kingdom | 8/10 |
| A Moment In Crime | Episodic | New Zealand | — |
| Gone South | Serialized | United States | — |
| Fur and Loathing | Serialized | United States | — |
| Crime Next Door: The Beast of Birkenhead | Serialized | United Kingdom | — |
| Crime & Conspiracies with Coffee | Episodic | Australia | — |
| S-Town | Serialized | United States | 9/10 |
| The Missing Cryptoqueen | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| The Trial of Erin Patterson | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Intrigue: Lockerbie?
The best alternatives to Intrigue: Lockerbie are podcasts that share its Terrorism, Conspiracy, Investigative focus and serialized format. We've matched alternatives based on case types, storytelling format, and community ratings from our database.
Why do people love Intrigue: Lockerbie?
Intrigue: Lockerbie is known for its investigative, historical, revelatory approach to Terrorism and Conspiracy. It scores 8/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of Intrigue: Lockerbie?
Episodes of Intrigue: Lockerbie are typically 30-40 min long. It follows a serialized format, covering one story across multiple episodes.
Where can I listen to Intrigue: Lockerbie?
Intrigue: Lockerbie 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 Intrigue: Lockerbie to start with?
New listeners are recommended to start with Lockerbie — Episode 1. As a serialized podcast, it's best to start from the beginning of a season.