The Last Days of August
True crime fans interested in online harassment, media ethics, and the intersection of sex work with public shaming; those who enjoyed Jon Ronson's book So You've Been Publicly Shamed.
Podcasts Like The Last Days of August
If you loved The Last Days of August, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Murder, Online Harassment, Sexual Abuse shows.
Why listeners love The Last Days of August
Jon Ronson turns the death of an adult film actress into a profound examination of online mob violence — asking who is responsible when a Twitter storm drives someone to their death. 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
Thoughtful, morally complex, intimate
Presentation approach
Episode Length
Multiple episodes; bingeable in one sitting
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo narrator
Presentation format
Verdict
Must listen
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like The Last Days of August
Criminal
Listeners who appreciate literary storytelling and want true crime that feels more like Radio 4 documentary than sensational thriller; people who hate the mainstream true crime format.
Running From Cops
True crime fans who want media criticism alongside investigation; listeners interested in how crime is constructed and sold as entertainment, and the real people left behind.
Something Was Wrong
True crime fans who recognise that serious crimes don't always involve violence; survivors of abusive relationships who want their experiences validated; listeners interested in psychological manipulation and its aftermath.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Last Days of August (original) | Serialized | United States | 7/10 |
| Criminal | Episodic | United States | 7/10 |
| Running From Cops | Serialized | United States | 6/10 |
| Something Was Wrong | Episodic | United States | 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 The Last Days of August?
The best alternatives to The Last Days of August are podcasts that share its Murder, Online Harassment, Sexual Abuse focus and serialized 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 Last Days of August?
The Last Days of August is known for its thoughtful, morally complex, intimate approach to Murder and Online Harassment. It scores 7/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it. It has earned a "Must Listen" rating from our editorial team.
How long are episodes of The Last Days of August?
Episodes of The Last Days of August are typically Multiple episodes; bingeable in one sitting long. It follows a serialized format, covering one story across multiple episodes.
Where can I listen to The Last Days of August?
The Last Days of August 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 The Last Days of August to start with?
New listeners are recommended to start with Episode 1 — listen in order. As a serialized podcast, it's best to start from the beginning of a season.