Murder at The U
ESPN's 30 for 30 podcast strand covers the 2006 murder of Miami Hurricanes defensive tackle Bryan Pata, months from a likely NFL career.
Podcasts Like Murder at The U
If you loved Murder at The U, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Murder, Sports Crime, Investigative shows.
Why listeners love Murder at The U
A rare intersection of sports and true crime — ESPN's investigative resources applied to an unsolved murder. It follows a serialized format — each season covers one case in depth, building suspense across episodes.
Binge Factor
7/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialized
One story told across multiple episodes
Style
Narrative, journalistic, compelling
Presentation approach
Episode Length
30-40 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo narrator
Presentation format
Verdict
Good if sports-world true crime interests you
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Murder at The U
Disgraceland
Music and true crime: the crimes and scandals around famous musicians, told as stories.
Invisible Choir
Covers murders using primary-source audio and the victims' stories.
Chalk Murder To Me
Local reporters examine crimes in Mansfield, Ohio.
True Crime Recaps
Two storytellers go through widely discussed true crime cases.
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.
True Crime Fix
A victim-first true crime show.
Michigan Monsters
Forgotten crimes and dark history from Michigan, told with some humour.
MURDERISH
Jami Rice tells real cases in full, from start to finish, with detailed research.
Gone South
Narrative series about crime in the American South, now widening to other regions.
Son of a Hitman
Investigates hitman Charles Harrelson and the crimes linked to him.
True Crime DEADLINE
Journalist Matt Johnson covers cold cases, unsolved mysteries and murders.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murder at The U (original) | Serialized | United States | 7/10 |
| Disgraceland | Episodic | United States | — |
| Invisible Choir | Episodic | United States | — |
| Chalk Murder To Me | Episodic | United States | — |
| True Crime Recaps | Episodic | United States | — |
| A Million Other Choices | Episodic | Canada | — |
| True Crime Fix | Episodic | United Kingdom | — |
| Michigan Monsters | Episodic | United States | — |
| MURDERISH | Episodic | United States | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Murder at The U?
The best alternatives to Murder at The U are podcasts that share its Murder, Sports Crime, 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 Murder at The U?
Murder at The U is known for its narrative, journalistic, compelling approach to Murder and Sports Crime. It scores 7/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of Murder at The U?
Episodes of Murder at The U are typically 30-40 min long. It follows a serialized format, covering one story across multiple episodes.
Where can I listen to Murder at The U?
Murder at The U 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 Murder at The U 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.