The BG Files
Golden State Killer investigator Paul Holes applies real forensic methodology to cold cases.
Podcasts Like The BG Files
If you loved The BG Files, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Cold Case, Murder, Sexual crime shows.
Why listeners love The BG Files
Paul Holes is the real deal — a career detective who helped catch one of America's most prolific killers. The BG Files is true crime with genuine investigative muscle behind every episode.
Binge Factor
7/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Verdict
Worth a listen
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like The BG Files
Chalk Murder To Me
Local reporters examine crimes in Mansfield, Ohio.
Disgraceland
Music and true crime: the crimes and scandals around famous musicians, told as stories.
True Crime Recaps
Two storytellers go through widely discussed true crime cases.
They Will Kill
Sisters cover lesser-known and strange true crime cases.
True Crime Fix
A victim-first true crime show.
Murder In The Rain
Two hosts cover cases from the Pacific Northwest.
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.
Michigan Monsters
Forgotten crimes and dark history from Michigan, told with some humour.
Unsolved (RTÉ)
A weekly Irish cold-case podcast from RTÉ, presented by crime journalist Barry Cummins and 2FM presenter Katja Mia.
True Crime DEADLINE
Journalist Matt Johnson covers cold cases, unsolved mysteries and murders.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The BG Files (original) | — | United States | 7/10 |
| Chalk Murder To Me | Episodic | United States | — |
| Disgraceland | Episodic | United States | — |
| True Crime Recaps | Episodic | United States | — |
| They Will Kill | Episodic | United States | — |
| True Crime Fix | Episodic | United Kingdom | — |
| Murder In The Rain | Episodic | United States | — |
| Gone South | Serialized | United States | — |
| Son of a Hitman | Serialized | United States | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to The BG Files?
The best alternatives to The BG Files are podcasts that share its Cold Case, Murder, Sexual crime focus and compelling format. We've matched alternatives based on case types, storytelling format, and community ratings from our database.
Why do people love The BG Files?
The BG Files is known for its compelling approach to Cold Case and Murder. It scores 7/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
Where can I listen to The BG Files?
The BG Files is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. You can find it by searching the show name on any of those platforms.