LAGIM
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"A genuine gap-filler — major Filipino cases covered fortnightly by a host with real cultural grounding."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
- ✓Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations
- ✓Fans of original investigative journalism over retold news
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
LAGIM brings listeners stories of crime from the Philippines — 'Lagim' is a Filipino word meaning dread or terror. Every two weeks, Filipino-German host Christine Abrigana takes a close look at infamous and lesser-known Filipino cases, aiming squarely at listeners who want their true crime fix Filipino-style.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about LAGIM
What is LAGIM about?
LAGIM brings listeners stories of crime from the Philippines — 'Lagim' is a Filipino word meaning dread or terror. Every two weeks, Filipino-German host Christine Abrigana takes a close look at infamous and lesser-known Filipino cases, aiming squarely at listeners who want their true crime fix Filipino-style.
Is LAGIM worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if Filipino true crime interests you — a genuinely untapped catalogue". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. Filipino-German host Christine Abrigana covers infamous and lesser-known Filipino crimes every two weeks. 'Lagim' means dread or terror in Filipino.
Who is LAGIM for?
LAGIM is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode; Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations; Fans of original investigative journalism over retold news.
What is the best episode of LAGIM to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to LAGIM?
LAGIM is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to LAGIM?
If you enjoy LAGIM, you might also like: Crime Next Door: The Beast of Birkenhead, Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast, In the Dark, Serial. See our full "Podcasts Like LAGIM" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Conversational, engaging, culturally grounded
- Episode length
- 40-55 min
- Episodes
- 85+ episodes
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- Philippines
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