Dear Rachelle
True crime podcast review — 2026
Reviewed
"Dear Rachelle investigates the 1998 disappearance of 18-year-old Rachelle Childs with the intimacy of a letter to a lost friend. If you're drawn to cold cases told with care rather than sensationalism, this is a quietly compelling Australian listen."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Fans of Australian true crime and its unique landscape and culture
Pros & cons
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
About this podcast
A True Crime Australia investigation into the 1998 disappearance of Rachelle Childs, an 18-year-old Australian woman who vanished after attending a party and was never found. Told with the intimacy suggested by its title, the podcast examines a cold case that has gone unanswered for over 25 years and the family still searching for truth.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1 — the emotional framing needs establishing from the start
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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What is Dear Rachelle about?
A True Crime Australia investigation into the 1998 disappearance of Rachelle Childs, an 18-year-old Australian woman who vanished after attending a party and was never found. Told with the intimacy suggested by its title, the podcast examines a cold case that has gone unanswered for over 25 years and the family still searching for truth.
Is Dear Rachelle worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if Australian cold cases interest you". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. Rachelle Childs was 18 when she disappeared after a party in 1998 and was never found. True Crime Australia investigates a cold case that has waited over 25 years for answers.
Who is Dear Rachelle for?
Dear Rachelle is ideal for: Fans of Australian true crime and its unique landscape and culture.
What is the best episode of Dear Rachelle to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1 — the emotional framing needs establishing from the start. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to Dear Rachelle?
Dear Rachelle is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Dear Rachelle?
If you enjoy Dear Rachelle, you might also like: Australian True Crime, Out From the Cold: Searching for Elaine, The Lady Vanishes, Lost in Larrimah. See our full "Podcasts Like Dear Rachelle" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Serialised
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Empathetic; intimate; serious; victim-centred
- Episode length
- 30-45 min
- Episodes
- 6-8 episodes
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- Australia
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