The Crimson Wave
Irish true crime podcast with both narrative and interview episodes covering Irish criminal cases.
Podcasts Like The Crimson Wave
If you loved The Crimson Wave, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Historical Crime shows.
Why listeners love The Crimson Wave
The Crimson Wave is an Irish true crime podcast covering cases from both Irish history and the present day. Its interview format brings in expert perspectives on Irish criminal cases.
Binge Factor
7/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Both
Mix of serialized and standalone episodes
Style
Narrative; immersive
Presentation approach
Episode Length
40-60 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Dual host
Presentation format
Verdict
Good supplement to True Crime Ireland for Irish crime fans
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like The Crimson Wave
Lines of Enquiry
A case-per-episode Irish true crime anthology from Go Loud, covering murders, disappearances, and investigations across Ireland with a host who knows the terrain.
Pirate Predator
RTÉ Documentary on One traces Eamon Cooke, a pirate radio DJ turned cult figure who was one of Ireland's most prolific child abusers.
The Nobody Zone
RTÉ's award-winning investigation into Kieran Kelly, believed to be Ireland's first identified serial killer.
Twisted Britain
A fortnightly UK true crime show recorded in a Stirling pub, with a taste for the weird.
Forgotten Australia
Strange and dark stories from Australian history, including crimes and unsolved mysteries.
Bad, Mad & Northern
A historical true crime show digging into dark and odd stories from the North of England.
Michigan Monsters
Forgotten crimes and dark history from Michigan, told with some humour.
Cults
Deep exploration of cult psychology and the dark histories of major cult groups from Jim Jones to modern movements.
Serial Killers
Parcast's weekly deep dive into the psychology and criminal histories of notorious serial killers.
Lore
Award-winning dark history podcast exploring terrifying historical truths that inspired folklore and legend.
Unsolved Murders: True Crime Stories
Character-driven narrative drama covering historical unsolved murders in accessible storytelling.
Murder Mile UK True Crime
London-focused true crime where the host physically walks the streets where each murder happened — seven-time award nominee.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crimson Wave (original) | Both | Ireland | 7/10 |
| Lines of Enquiry | Episodic | Ireland | 6/10 |
| Pirate Predator | Serialized | Ireland | 7/10 |
| The Nobody Zone | Serialized | Ireland | 8/10 |
| Twisted Britain | Episodic | United Kingdom | — |
| Forgotten Australia | Episodic | Australia | — |
| Bad, Mad & Northern | Episodic | United Kingdom | — |
| Michigan Monsters | Episodic | United States | — |
| Cults | Both | United States | 9/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to The Crimson Wave?
The best alternatives to The Crimson Wave are podcasts that share its Historical Crime focus and both format. Our editorial team has hand-picked the most similar shows based on content type, storytelling style, and community ratings.
Why do people love The Crimson Wave?
The Crimson Wave is known for its narrative; immersive approach to Historical Crime. It scores 7/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of The Crimson Wave?
Episodes of The Crimson Wave are typically 40-60 min long. The format varies between serialized arcs and standalone episodes.
Where can I listen to The Crimson Wave?
The Crimson Wave 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 The Crimson Wave 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.