Trust Me
Exactly Right examination of crimes where trust was weaponised by those in positions of authority.
Podcasts Like Trust Me
If you loved Trust Me, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Journalism shows.
Why listeners love Trust Me
Trust Me examines crimes where trust is weaponised by those in authority — doctors, teachers, clergy and others who abuse the trust placed in them. Listeners rate its binge factor at 7/10.
Binge Factor
7/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialised
Mix of serialized and standalone episodes
Style
Investigative; journalistic
Presentation approach
Episode Length
30-50 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo host
Presentation format
Verdict
Good for those interested in authority abuse and betrayal crime
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Trust Me
KILLED
Audiochuck reveals the true stories behind reporting that was killed before publication — stories once considered too dangerous or too fringe to run.
Rotten Mango
Stephanie Soo brings international true crime to a massive audience with unmatched emotional intensity.
CounterClock
Audiochuck's serialised investigative podcast working with law enforcement to bring cold cases to justice.
Accused
Cincinnati Enquirer investigation of Elizabeth Andes, convicted of murder in 1978 in a case with major questions.
Trace: Murder in the Rainforest
ABC Australia's investigation into the mysterious 2001 disappearance of British backpacker Peter Falconio in the Australian outback.
Unraveled
Journalist Alexis Linkletter's serialised investigation into major cases, starting with the Long Island Serial Killer.
The Pitcairn Trials
Investigation into the Pitcairn Island sexual abuse trials and the community complicity that surrounded them.
The Night Driver
Investigation into Queensland cold case disappearance of Rachel Antonio and the suspects who were never charged.
Breakdown
Atlanta Journal-Constitution's investigative criminal justice podcast examining failures and injustice in the Georgia court system.
Embedded
NPR's narrative journalism podcast embedding reporters in complex situations, including true crime investigations.
Casefile Presents: Crime Interrupted
Casefile Presents series investigating organised crime, terrorism, child exploitation and trafficking.
Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball
Ashley Flowers investigates unsolved Indiana murders with participation from the Indiana State Police.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trust Me (original) | Serialised | United States | 7/10 |
| KILLED | Episodic | United States | 7/10 |
| Rotten Mango | — | United States | 6/10 |
| CounterClock | Serialised | United States | 9/10 |
| Accused | Serialised | United States | 8/10 |
| Trace: Murder in the Rainforest | Serialised | Australia | 8/10 |
| Unraveled | Serialised | United States | 8/10 |
| The Pitcairn Trials | Serialised | United Kingdom | 7/10 |
| The Night Driver | Serialised | Australia | 7/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Trust Me?
The best alternatives to Trust Me are podcasts that share its Journalism 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 Trust Me?
Trust Me is known for its investigative; journalistic approach to Journalism. It scores 7/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of Trust Me?
Episodes of Trust Me are typically 30-50 min long. The format varies between serialized arcs and standalone episodes.
Where can I listen to Trust Me?
Trust Me 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 Trust Me 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.