Jamaican Crime Files
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Covers criminal cases from Jamaica and the Caribbean."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
Pros & cons
- +Episodic format — great for both casual listeners and committed fans, start anywhere
- −Only available on Apple Podcasts — not accessible on all podcast apps
About this podcast
Covers criminal cases from Jamaica and the Caribbean.
Best episode to start with
Browse for a case that interests you
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jamaican Crime Files
What is Jamaican Crime Files about?
Covers criminal cases from Jamaica and the Caribbean.
Is Jamaican Crime Files worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if Jamaican true crime interests you". It scores 6/10 on binge factor. Covers criminal cases from Jamaica and the Caribbean.
Who is Jamaican Crime Files for?
Jamaican Crime Files is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode.
What is the best episode of Jamaican Crime Files to start with?
We recommend starting with Browse for a case that interests you. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to Jamaican Crime Files?
Jamaican Crime Files is available on Apple Podcasts. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Jamaican Crime Files?
If you enjoy Jamaican Crime Files, you might also like: Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast, Crime Next Door: The Beast of Birkenhead, Serial, In the Dark. See our full "Podcasts Like Jamaican Crime Files" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Journalistic; measured
- Episode length
- 35-55 min
- Episodes
- Limited series
- Binge factor
- 6/10
- Country
- JM
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