Untested
USA Today crime reporter Gina Barton follows a detective who refused to give up on cases that slipped through the cracks of an untested rape-kit backlog.
Podcasts Like Untested
If you loved Untested, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Sexual Abuse, Forensic Science, Institutional failure shows.
Why listeners love Untested
A systemic-failure story — the rape-kit backlog explained through one detective's refusal to let a case go cold. Listeners rate its binge factor at 7/10. 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
Investigative, sobering, community-focused
Presentation approach
Episode Length
30-40 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo host
Presentation format
Verdict
Good if the rape-kit backlog and forensic-system failures interest you
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Untested
Pipeline
The Crime Desk's investigation into four professional divers sucked hundreds of feet into a Caribbean oil pipeline in 2022 — and the failing safety standards that put them there.
Believed
Listeners who want to understand systemic institutional failure, survivor stories, and how Nassar's abuse was enabled so long; essential for anyone working in safeguarding or sports.
Bear Brook
True crime fans fascinated by forensic science, DNA technology, and cold cases with a genuine scientific payoff.
Where Is George Gibney?
A landmark BBC/Second Captains investigation into an Olympic swimming coach accused of abuse, who vanished rather than face trial.
British Scandal
The obvious companion to American Scandal — a season-by-season anthology of Britain's biggest political and institutional scandals.
Matched with a Predator
BBC Disclosure's investigation into a predator who used dating apps to target and abuse women — the 2026 Best Serialised Podcast winner.
Two-Faced: John of God
Exactly Right and iHeart investigate João Teixeira de Faria, the Brazilian 'spiritual healer' known worldwide as John of God, accused of abuse by hundreds.
The Cruelty: Stolen Generations
BBC Radio Scotland's Davie Donaldson investigates historic Scottish care-system failures, building on his work solving the mystery of the Unknown Bairn.
Anatomy of Murder
True crime fans who want professional expertise and insider perspective rather than amateur commentary; law enthusiasts and those interested in forensics.
Slow Burn (Slate)
History buffs and true crime fans who want political crime; listeners who want to understand how America gets to defining moments of corruption and crisis.
Cold Case Files (A&E Podcast)
Fans of the television series who want more content on demand; true crime fans who appreciate the resolved-case satisfaction of crimes where justice was eventually served.
Real Presents: Grave Concerns
Naomi Channell's 2026 series on UK funeral industry scandals — episode one is about Hull's Legacy Independent Funeral Directors, where police recovered 35 bodies from a single funeral parlour.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Untested (original) | Serialized | United States | 7/10 |
| Pipeline | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| Believed | Serialized | United States | 9/10 |
| Bear Brook | Serialized | United States | 9/10 |
| Where Is George Gibney? | Serialized | Ireland | 8/10 |
| British Scandal | Serialized | United Kingdom | 8/10 |
| Matched with a Predator | Serialized | United Kingdom | 8/10 |
| Two-Faced: John of God | Serialized | United States | 8/10 |
| The Cruelty: Stolen Generations | Serialized | United Kingdom | 7/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Untested?
The best alternatives to Untested are podcasts that share its Sexual Abuse, Forensic Science, Institutional failure focus and serialized format. We've matched alternatives based on case types, storytelling format, and community ratings from our database.
Why do people love Untested?
Untested is known for its investigative, sobering, community-focused approach to Sexual Abuse and Forensic Science. It scores 7/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of Untested?
Episodes of Untested are typically 30-40 min long. It follows a serialized format, covering one story across multiple episodes.
Where can I listen to Untested?
Untested 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 Untested to start with?
New listeners are recommended to start with Episode 1. As a serialized podcast, it's best to start from the beginning of a season.