Counter Clock
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Counter Clock is investigative true crime at its most committed — Delia D'Ambra immerses herself entirely in each cold case, and the results speak for themselves."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who enjoy following a single case from start to finish
- ✓Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries
- ✓Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations
- ✓Legal procedure enthusiasts and wrongful conviction advocates
Pros & cons
- +Rated "Must Listen" by our editorial team — exceptional across all dimensions
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
- +Serialized format builds a compelling, sustained narrative arc across episodes
- −Must listen in order — cannot dip in and out between episodes
About this podcast
Investigative journalist Delia D'Ambra spends months embedded in each season's case, building a comprehensive narrative around cold cases that were mishandled or prematurely closed — presenting her findings through meticulous long-form investigative storytelling with original source interviews.
Best episode to start with
Season 1 Episode 1 — or pick the season whose case interests you most
Serialized format — listen from the beginning for the full experience
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Frequently Asked Questions about Counter Clock
What is Counter Clock about?
Investigative journalist Delia D'Ambra spends months embedded in each season's case, building a comprehensive narrative around cold cases that were mishandled or prematurely closed — presenting her findings through meticulous long-form investigative storytelling with original source interviews.
Is Counter Clock worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Must listen". It scores 8/10 on binge factor. True crime fans who appreciate slow, careful investigation over quick-hit anthology formats; listeners who want journalism-quality research and original reporting.
Who is Counter Clock for?
Counter Clock is ideal for: Listeners who enjoy following a single case from start to finish; Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries; Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations; Legal procedure enthusiasts and wrongful conviction advocates.
What is the best episode of Counter Clock to start with?
We recommend starting with Season 1 Episode 1 — or pick the season whose case interests you most. As a serialized show, it's best to listen from the beginning of a season.
Where can I listen to Counter Clock?
Counter Clock is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Counter Clock?
If you enjoy Counter Clock, you might also like: Bear Brook, Jensen & Holes: The Murder Squad, Your Own Backyard, The Thing About Pam. See our full "Podcasts Like Counter Clock" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Serialized
- Host style
- Solo narrator
- Style
- Methodical, serious, journalistic
- Episode length
- Multiple seasons; each season is a standalone; manageable as individual binges
- Binge factor
- 8/10
- Country
- United States
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