True Crime Ireland
Ireland's original true crime podcast covering Irish murders, disappearances and criminal history.
Podcasts Like True Crime Ireland
If you loved True Crime Ireland, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Cold Case, Historical Crime shows.
Why listeners love True Crime Ireland
True Crime Ireland is the original Irish true crime podcast, covering cases from the Emerald Isle that receive limited coverage elsewhere. Host Gillian Cawley brings genuine care and thorough research to Irish criminal history. With a binge factor of 8/10, it sits among the most compulsively listenable shows in the genre.
Binge Factor
8/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialised
Mix of serialized and standalone episodes
Style
Narrative; immersive
Presentation approach
Episode Length
50-70 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo host
Presentation format
Verdict
Must listen
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like True Crime Ireland
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.
West Cork
True crime fans who love atmospheric investigative journalism, Anglo-Irish tensions, and cases that remain unresolved and fiercely contested decades later.
Serial
Anyone interested in journalism, legal procedure, and deep investigative dives into morally ambiguous cases with no easy answers.
In the Dark
Listeners who want journalism-grade investigation into wrongful convictions, systemic racism, and institutional failures — more 60 Minutes than true crime thriller.
Murder Mile UK True-Crime Podcast
Award-winning independent podcast by author Mike Williams covering London's lesser-known historical and modern true crime.
The Teacher's Pet
True crime fans who like journalism-driven investigations with massive real-world impact; anyone fascinated by domestic crime and institutional failure.
CounterClock
Audiochuck's serialised investigative podcast working with law enforcement to bring cold cases to justice.
Lore
Award-winning dark history podcast exploring terrifying historical truths that inspired folklore and legend.
Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo
CBC's Connie Walker investigates the Sixties Scoop through the disappearance of Cleo Semaganis Nicotine.
Bear Brook
True crime fans fascinated by forensic science, DNA technology, and cold cases with a genuine scientific payoff.
Your Own Backyard
Listeners who want investigative true crime with real-world consequence and single-minded, passionate focus from a creator who refused to let a case die.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| True Crime Ireland (original) | Serialised | Ireland | 8/10 |
| Pirate Predator | Serialized | Ireland | 7/10 |
| The Nobody Zone | Serialized | Ireland | 8/10 |
| West Cork | Serialized | Ireland | 9/10 |
| Serial | Serialized | United States | 10/10 |
| In the Dark | Serialized | United States | 10/10 |
| Murder Mile UK True-Crime Podcast | Serialised | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| The Teacher's Pet | Serialized | Australia | 9/10 |
| CounterClock | Serialised | United States | 9/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to True Crime Ireland?
The best alternatives to True Crime Ireland are podcasts that share its Cold Case, Historical Crime 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 True Crime Ireland?
True Crime Ireland is known for its narrative; immersive approach to Cold Case and Historical Crime. It scores 8/10 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 True Crime Ireland?
Episodes of True Crime Ireland are typically 50-70 min long. The format varies between serialized arcs and standalone episodes.
Where can I listen to True Crime Ireland?
True Crime Ireland 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 True Crime Ireland 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.