Crooked City
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Crooked City is at its best when it examines how Chicago's particular history of corruption allowed crimes to happen — the question most crime journalism refuses to ask."
About this podcast
Examines Chicago's most notorious criminal cases with an eye on the systemic corruption and institutional failures that allowed them to happen. Rigorous local journalism applied to a city with a deep and complicated relationship with crime and governance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Crooked City
What is Crooked City about?
Examines Chicago's most notorious criminal cases with an eye on the systemic corruption and institutional failures that allowed them to happen. Rigorous local journalism applied to a city with a deep and complicated relationship with crime and governance.
Is Crooked City worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Worth a listen". It scores 6/10 on binge factor. Chicago's notorious crimes examined through the lens of systemic corruption and institutional failure.
Who is Crooked City for?
Crooked City is recommended for true crime enthusiasts who enjoy Organised crime and Murder and Cover-up.
What is the best episode of Crooked City to start with?
Start with whichever case title sounds most interesting to you.
Where can I listen to Crooked City?
Crooked City is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Crooked City?
If you enjoy Crooked City, you might also like: In the Dark, Serial, West Cork, Hunting Warhead. See our full "Podcasts Like Crooked City" page for more recommendations.
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- 6/10
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- United States
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