Quick take
True crime fans who want depth alongside comedy; people who find straight true crime too grim; audiences who enjoy dark humour used purposefully rather than carelessly.
Verdict: Must listen. Last Podcast on the Left has been doing true crime comedy longer and more thoroughly than anyone — 15 years, 600+ episodes, and still the gold standard for anyone who wants to laugh at the darkness without disrespecting the dead.
About this podcast
The most downloaded true crime comedy podcast on the internet — Marcus Parks, Ben Kissel, and Henry Zebrowski cover serial killers, mass murderers, cults, and true crimes with encyclopedic research, irreverent humour, and a format that mixes education with entertainment. Running since 2011, it predates almost every podcast on this list.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Last Podcast on the Left?
- True crime fans who want depth alongside comedy; people who find straight true crime too grim; audiences who enjoy dark humour used purposefully rather than carelessly.
- Is Last Podcast on the Left worth listening to?
- Must listen. Last Podcast on the Left has been doing true crime comedy longer and more thoroughly than anyone — 15 years, 600+ episodes, and still the gold standard for anyone who wants to laugh at the darkness without disrespecting the dead.
- Where can I listen to Last Podcast on the Left?
- Last Podcast on the Left is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Patreon.
- Where should I start with Last Podcast on the Left?
- Start with: Any two or three-part series on a killer you're already familiar with — the Charles Manson or Jeffrey Dahmer series are strong entry points
- What format is Last Podcast on the Left?
- Episodic — approximately ~90-120 min per episode or multi-part series; 600+ episodes since 2011 each.
- What type of crime does Last Podcast on the Left cover?
- Last Podcast on the Left covers Serial Killer, Cult, Murder.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Co-hosted
- Style
- Comedic, educational, dark
- Episode length
- ~90-120 min per episode or multi-part series; 600+ episodes since 2011
- Binge factor
- 8/10
- Best to start
- Any two or three-part series on a killer you're already familiar with — the Charles Manson or Jeffrey Dahmer series are strong entry points
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