Moms and Mysteries
True crime podcast review — 2026
Reviewed
"An accessible, community-built entry point for listeners new to the genre."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
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
Two Florida moms, hundreds of mysteries, and one obsession: 'How did this happen?' Mandy and Melissa bring listeners twice-a-week deep dives into true crime, from Florida's most bizarre cases to infamous mysteries further afield.
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 Moms and Mysteries
What is Moms and Mysteries about?
Two Florida moms, hundreds of mysteries, and one obsession: 'How did this happen?' Mandy and Melissa bring listeners twice-a-week deep dives into true crime, from Florida's most bizarre cases to infamous mysteries further afield.
Is Moms and Mysteries worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if an accessible, everyday-perspective take on true crime appeals to you". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. Two Florida moms, Mandy and Melissa, bring twice-weekly deep dives into true crime — from Florida's most bizarre cases to infamous mysteries.
Who is Moms and Mysteries for?
Moms and Mysteries is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode.
What is the best episode of Moms and Mysteries to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to Moms and Mysteries?
Moms and Mysteries is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Moms and Mysteries?
If you enjoy Moms and Mysteries, you might also like: In the Dark, Serial, The Trial of Erin Patterson, Your Own Backyard. See our full "Podcasts Like Moms and Mysteries" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Dual host
- Style
- Accessible, community-oriented, curious
- Episode length
- 40-55 min
- Episodes
- 100+ episodes
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- United States
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