Dateline NBC
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Dateline's podcast arm brings the network's decades of true crime expertise to on-demand listening — Keith Morrison's original series alone have hit 100 million downloads."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations
- ✓Legal procedure enthusiasts and wrongful conviction advocates
- ✓Fans of financial crime and corporate misconduct stories
- ✓Binge listeners who want something they can't stop at one episode
Pros & cons
- +Rated "Must Listen" by our editorial team — exceptional across all dimensions
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
About this podcast
Podcast extension of the legendary NBC TV franchise, hosted by Keith Morrison and others, covering classic Dateline investigations and new original podcast series with network-quality production and compelling storytelling.
Best episode to start with
Any Keith Morrison original series — The Thing About Pam is a fan favourite
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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What is Dateline NBC about?
Podcast extension of the legendary NBC TV franchise, hosted by Keith Morrison and others, covering classic Dateline investigations and new original podcast series with network-quality production and compelling storytelling.
Is Dateline NBC worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Must listen". It scores 8/10 on binge factor. Fans of network true crime TV who want that polished, accessible storytelling on demand; great for newcomers to true crime.
Who is Dateline NBC for?
Dateline NBC is ideal for: Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations; Legal procedure enthusiasts and wrongful conviction advocates; Fans of financial crime and corporate misconduct stories; Binge listeners who want something they can't stop at one episode.
What is the best episode of Dateline NBC to start with?
We recommend starting with Any Keith Morrison original series — The Thing About Pam is a fan favourite. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to Dateline NBC?
Dateline NBC is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Dateline NBC?
If you enjoy Dateline NBC, you might also like: Casefile True Crime, Crime Junkie, The Thing About Pam, Bag Man (MSNBC). See our full "Podcasts Like Dateline NBC" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Both
- Host style
- Solo narrator
- Style
- Professional, polished, accessible
- Episode length
- Episode length varies; huge archive; originals are bingeable limited series
- Binge factor
- 8/10
- Country
- United States
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