Sport's Strangest Crimes
BBC podcast exploring the fascinating intersection of professional sport and true crime, hosted by Greg James.
Podcasts Like Sport's Strangest Crimes
If you loved Sport's Strangest Crimes, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Murder shows.
Why listeners love Sport's Strangest Crimes
Sport's Strangest Crimes finds where professional sport meets criminality, from match-fixing to murder. BBC Radio host Greg James brings a light touch to some genuinely extraordinary cases at the intersection of sport and crime.
Binge Factor
7/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialised
Mix of serialized and standalone episodes
Style
Atmospheric; documentary style
Presentation approach
Episode Length
18-38 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo host
Presentation format
Verdict
Excellent for sports fans and anyone interested in the unusual crossover of sport and c…
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Sport's Strangest Crimes
I Could Murder a Podcast
Kieran Hedley and Ben Carter cover murders and serial killers with British dark humour — making true crime feel like a witty pub conversation.
They Walk Among Us
UK listeners who want their own true crime podcast tradition rather than American-focused shows; international fans who want well-crafted British perspective on crime.
Wisecrack
True crime fans looking for something genuinely new and formally innovative; fans of dark comedy who want real substance behind the laughs.
Murder In The Rain
Two hosts cover cases from the Pacific Northwest.
True Crime Fix
A victim-first true crime show.
They Will Kill
Sisters cover lesser-known and strange true crime cases.
Michigan Monsters
Forgotten crimes and dark history from Michigan, told with some humour.
Gone South
Narrative series about crime in the American South, now widening to other regions.
Profiler: True Crime Africa
A journalist and a forensic psychologist look at South African crimes.
True Crime Recaps
Two storytellers go through widely discussed true crime cases.
Son of a Hitman
Investigates hitman Charles Harrelson and the crimes linked to him.
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.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport's Strangest Crimes (original) | Serialised | United Kingdom | 7/10 |
| I Could Murder a Podcast | Episodic | United Kingdom | 5/10 |
| They Walk Among Us | Episodic | United Kingdom | 7/10 |
| Wisecrack | Serialized | United Kingdom | 7/10 |
| Murder In The Rain | Episodic | United States | — |
| True Crime Fix | Episodic | United Kingdom | — |
| They Will Kill | Episodic | United States | — |
| Michigan Monsters | Episodic | United States | — |
| Gone South | Serialized | United States | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Sport's Strangest Crimes?
The best alternatives to Sport's Strangest Crimes are podcasts that share its Murder 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 Sport's Strangest Crimes?
Sport's Strangest Crimes is known for its atmospheric; documentary style approach to Murder. It scores 7/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of Sport's Strangest Crimes?
Episodes of Sport's Strangest Crimes are typically 18-38 min long. The format varies between serialized arcs and standalone episodes.
Where can I listen to Sport's Strangest Crimes?
Sport's Strangest Crimes 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 Sport's Strangest Crimes 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.