13th Juror
True crime podcast review — 2026
Reviewed
"Complements Anatomy of Murder's courtroom focus with a weekly, headline-driven format."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
- ✓Legal procedure enthusiasts and wrongful conviction advocates
Pros & cons
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
- +Episodic format — great for both casual listeners and committed fans, start anywhere
About this podcast
13th Juror, hosted by Brandi Churchwell, breaks down the biggest true crime cases making headlines through in-depth case deep-dives, styled as a weekly jury-duty report for listeners who want the courtroom angle.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about 13th Juror
What is 13th Juror about?
13th Juror, hosted by Brandi Churchwell, breaks down the biggest true crime cases making headlines through in-depth case deep-dives, styled as a weekly jury-duty report for listeners who want the courtroom angle.
Is 13th Juror worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if you want weekly courtroom-focused true crime breakdowns". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. Brandi Churchwell reports for jury duty each week, breaking down the biggest true crime cases making headlines.
Who is 13th Juror for?
13th Juror is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode; Legal procedure enthusiasts and wrongful conviction advocates.
What is the best episode of 13th Juror to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to 13th Juror?
13th Juror is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to 13th Juror?
If you enjoy 13th Juror, you might also like: In the Dark, Serial, Believed, Your Own Backyard. See our full "Podcasts Like 13th Juror" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Legal, weekly, engaged
- Episode length
- 40-50 min
- Episodes
- 100+ episodes
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- United States
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