American Predator
True crime podcast review — 2026
"American Predator exposes a serial killer who defied every FBI profiling convention — Keyes was terrifyingly disciplined and may have killed far more than anyone will ever know."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries
About this podcast
Based on Maureen Callahan's book, this series covers Israel Keyes — the most methodical serial killer the FBI ever investigated. Keyes planned murders years in advance, buried murder kits across the country, and left zero connections between victims. Genuinely chilling.
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What is American Predator about?
Based on Maureen Callahan's book, this series covers Israel Keyes — the most methodical serial killer the FBI ever investigated. Keyes planned murders years in advance, buried murder kits across the country, and left zero connections between victims. Genuinely chilling.
Is American Predator worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Worth a listen". Israel Keyes was the FBI's most methodical serial killer — planning murders years ahead with terrifying discipline.
Who is American Predator for?
American Predator is ideal for: Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries.
What is the best episode of American Predator to start with?
Start with whichever case title sounds most interesting to you.
What podcasts are similar to American Predator?
If you enjoy American Predator, you might also like: A Million Other Choices, Unsolved (RTÉ), MURDERISH, Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast. See our full "Podcasts Like American Predator" page for more recommendations.
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