We Call Her Emma
Tortoise Investigates and The Observer trace how a high-achieving west London woman ended up at the centre of the Emma Caldwell case.
Podcasts Like We Call Her Emma
If you loved We Call Her Emma, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Missing Person, Investigative, Sexual crime shows.
Why listeners love We Call Her Emma
From the makers of Sweet Bobby — the same investigative rigour applied to a very different, harder story. With a binge factor of 8/10, it sits among the most compulsively listenable shows in the genre. It follows a serialized format — each season covers one case in depth, building suspense across episodes.
Binge Factor
8/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialized
One story told across multiple episodes
Style
Serious, investigative, thorough
Presentation approach
Episode Length
30-40 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo narrator
Presentation format
Verdict
Must listen
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like We Call Her Emma
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.
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.
Hunting Warhead
CBC/Vice's award-winning investigation into the international hunt for a dark web child abuse network.
The Missing Cryptoqueen
BBC journalist Jamie Bartlett tracks down Dr Ruja Ignatova, who persuaded millions to invest in OneCoin before vanishing without a trace.
Bear Brook
True crime fans fascinated by forensic science, DNA technology, and cold cases with a genuine scientific payoff.
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.
The Trial of Erin Patterson
The Crime Desk's courtroom coverage of the Erin Patterson 'mushroom murders' trial — one of the biggest cases of the decade.
Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle
Ex-Flying Squad detective Peter Bleksley runs a live fugitive hunt for BBC Radio 5 Live, tracking a man wanted over two murders.
Murder Mile UK True Crime
London-focused true crime where the host physically walks the streets where each murder happened — seven-time award nominee.
I'm Not a Monster
A multi-award-winning BBC investigation into ISIS recruitment, told through the people who were pulled in.
Someone Knows Something
True crime fans who value empathy, journalistic integrity, and collaborative investigations conducted alongside the victim's own family.
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.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| We Call Her Emma (original) | Serialized | United Kingdom | 8/10 |
| Your Own Backyard | Serialized | United States | 9/10 |
| The Teacher's Pet | Serialized | Australia | 9/10 |
| Hunting Warhead | — | Canada | 9/10 |
| The Missing Cryptoqueen | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| Bear Brook | Serialized | United States | 9/10 |
| Pipeline | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| The Trial of Erin Patterson | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle | Serialized | United Kingdom | 8/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to We Call Her Emma?
The best alternatives to We Call Her Emma are podcasts that share its Missing Person, Investigative, Sexual crime focus and serialized format. We've matched alternatives based on case types, storytelling format, and community ratings from our database.
Why do people love We Call Her Emma?
We Call Her Emma is known for its serious, investigative, thorough approach to Missing Person and Investigative. 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 We Call Her Emma?
Episodes of We Call Her Emma are typically 30-40 min long. It follows a serialized format, covering one story across multiple episodes.
Where can I listen to We Call Her Emma?
We Call Her Emma 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 We Call Her Emma 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.