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True crime fans who also read crime fiction; listeners who want cultural and literary commentary alongside their true crime; those who enjoy documentary recaps with expert framing.
Verdict: Good if niche interests you. Crime Writers On offers a perspective unique in podcasting — the people who write murder for a living analysing real murder, and the gap between fiction and fact is always more interesting than you'd expect.
About this podcast
Panel podcast in which established crime fiction writers — the people who think about murder, motive, and storytelling for a living — discuss real-world true crime cases, documentaries, and podcasts. The mix of crime-writing expertise and genuine fandom produces uniquely literary analysis.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Crime Writers On?
- True crime fans who also read crime fiction; listeners who want cultural and literary commentary alongside their true crime; those who enjoy documentary recaps with expert framing.
- Is Crime Writers On worth listening to?
- Good if niche interests you. Crime Writers On offers a perspective unique in podcasting — the people who write murder for a living analysing real murder, and the gap between fiction and fact is always more interesting than you'd expect.
- Where can I listen to Crime Writers On?
- Crime Writers On is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify.
- Where should I start with Crime Writers On?
- Start with: Choose an episode discussing a documentary or case you've already seen — the panel commentary rewards prior knowledge
- What format is Crime Writers On?
- Episodic — approximately ~60 min per episode; large backlog; regular releases each.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Panel
- Style
- Analytical, literary, warm
- Episode length
- ~60 min per episode; large backlog; regular releases
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Best to start
- Choose an episode discussing a documentary or case you've already seen — the panel commentary rewards prior knowledge
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