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True crime fans who want book-length depth in a podcast format; listeners who feel most podcasts only scratch the surface of their subjects.
Verdict: Good if niche interests you. Criminology is for true crime fans who've been frustrated by how shallow most podcasts are — Mike Morford goes deeper than almost anyone else in the genre.
About this podcast
Mike Morford's long-form, intensively researched podcast covering specific criminals and crimes across multiple episodes — approaching each subject with the thoroughness of a true crime book compressed into audio, drawing on court documents, case files, and extensive secondary research.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Criminology?
- True crime fans who want book-length depth in a podcast format; listeners who feel most podcasts only scratch the surface of their subjects.
- Is Criminology worth listening to?
- Good if niche interests you. Criminology is for true crime fans who've been frustrated by how shallow most podcasts are — Mike Morford goes deeper than almost anyone else in the genre.
- Where can I listen to Criminology?
- Criminology is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify.
- Where should I start with Criminology?
- Start with: Choose a series covering a case you're already interested in — the multi-part format rewards full commitment
- What format is Criminology?
- Episodic — approximately Episodes run long; multi-part series across subjects; large back catalogue each.
- What type of crime does Criminology cover?
- Criminology covers Murder, Serial Killer, Cold Case, Courtroom.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Solo narrator
- Style
- Serious, analytical, comprehensive
- Episode length
- Episodes run long; multi-part series across subjects; large back catalogue
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Best to start
- Choose a series covering a case you're already interested in — the multi-part format rewards full commitment
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