Ladies of True Crime
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Ladies of True Crime is part of a proud tradition of women claiming the true crime space — warm, consistent, and community-driven in the best sense."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
- ✓Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations
- ✓Those interested in the psychology of serial offenders
Pros & cons
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
- +Episodic format — great for both casual listeners and committed fans, start anywhere
About this podcast
Hosts Kristi Lee and Elyse Reyes deliver well-researched biweekly true crime episodes with a focus on cases involving female victims, female perpetrators, and the particular ways gender shapes criminal justice — offering a warm, considered perspective on the darker side of human nature.
Best episode to start with
Any recent episode works as a standalone
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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What is Ladies of True Crime about?
Hosts Kristi Lee and Elyse Reyes deliver well-researched biweekly true crime episodes with a focus on cases involving female victims, female perpetrators, and the particular ways gender shapes criminal justice — offering a warm, considered perspective on the darker side of human nature.
Is Ladies of True Crime worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if niche interests you". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. True crime fans who appreciate the community and warmth of the women-in-podcasting true crime tradition; listeners who want consistent, considered coverage without excessive production flash.
Who is Ladies of True Crime for?
Ladies of True Crime is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode; Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations; Those interested in the psychology of serial offenders.
What is the best episode of Ladies of True Crime to start with?
We recommend starting with Any recent episode works as a standalone. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to Ladies of True Crime?
Ladies of True Crime is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Ladies of True Crime?
If you enjoy Ladies of True Crime, you might also like: Crime Junkie, Morbid, RedHanded, The Thing About Pam. See our full "Podcasts Like Ladies of True Crime" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Co-hosted
- Style
- Conversational, measured, warm
- Episode length
- ~45-60 min per episode; biweekly releases
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- United States
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