Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Red Ball is an investigative offshoot from Crime Junkie where Ashley Flowers works directly with the Indiana State Police to investigate cold case murders. The law enforcement collaboration gives it investigative credibility."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries
Pros & cons
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
- −Only available on Apple Podcasts — not accessible on all podcast apps
About the host
Ashley Flowers
Host of Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball.
About this podcast
Red Ball is from the creative minds behind Crime Junkie. Ashley Flowers takes you along an FBI field office investigation into unsolved murders in Indiana.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1 — best heard in order
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball
What is Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball about?
Red Ball is from the creative minds behind Crime Junkie. Ashley Flowers takes you along an FBI field office investigation into unsolved murders in Indiana.
Is Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Excellent for Crime Junkie fans who want deeper investigative content". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. Ashley Flowers investigates unsolved Indiana murders with participation from the Indiana State Police.
Who is Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball for?
Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball is ideal for: Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries.
What is the best episode of Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1 — best heard in order. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball?
Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball is available on Apple Podcasts. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball?
If you enjoy Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball, you might also like: Bloodline Detectives, Court Junkie, Southern Fried True Crime, Serial. See our full "Podcasts Like Crime Junkie Presents: Red Ball" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Serialised
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Investigative; journalistic
- Episode length
- 35-55 min
- Episodes
- 20 episodes
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- United States
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