New Orleans Unsolved
True crime podcast review — 2026
Reviewed · Updated
"Strong regional focus on Gulf Coast cases that rarely get national attention."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
- ✓Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries
- ✓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
New Orleans Unsolved is an independent narrative true crime podcast based in the historic city of New Orleans. Investigator-producer Anna Christie and veteran journalist Thanh Truong dive deep into cold cases that reveal layers of local crime and corruption.
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 New Orleans Unsolved
What is New Orleans Unsolved about?
New Orleans Unsolved is an independent narrative true crime podcast based in the historic city of New Orleans. Investigator-producer Anna Christie and veteran journalist Thanh Truong dive deep into cold cases that reveal layers of local crime and corruption.
Is New Orleans Unsolved worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if regional Gulf Coast cold cases interest you". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. Anna Christie and Thanh Truong reopen cold cases across New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, uncovering layers of crime and corruption specific to the region.
Who is New Orleans Unsolved for?
New Orleans Unsolved is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode; Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries; Fans of original investigative journalism over retold news.
What is the best episode of New Orleans Unsolved to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to New Orleans Unsolved?
New Orleans Unsolved is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to New Orleans Unsolved?
If you enjoy New Orleans Unsolved, you might also like: Crime Next Door: The Beast of Birkenhead, In the Dark, Serial, Bone Valley. See our full "Podcasts Like New Orleans Unsolved" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Dual host
- Style
- Narrative, regionally grounded, investigative
- Episode length
- 40-50 min
- Episodes
- 30+ episodes
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- United States
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