Obsessed with True Crime
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Obsessed with True Crime is Nina Innsted doing what the big podcasts don't — putting Midwest cases on the map and refusing to leave them behind."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
- ✓Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries
- ✓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
Nina Innsted's podcast focusing primarily on Midwest and Michigan criminal cases — serving a listener base hungry for home-state true crime while also covering national stories with consistent research quality and a straightforward, no-nonsense narrative style.
Best episode to start with
Any episode — the straightforward format works standalone
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about Obsessed with True Crime
What is Obsessed with True Crime about?
Nina Innsted's podcast focusing primarily on Midwest and Michigan criminal cases — serving a listener base hungry for home-state true crime while also covering national stories with consistent research quality and a straightforward, no-nonsense narrative style.
Is Obsessed with True Crime worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if niche interests you". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. Midwest and Michigan listeners wanting representation in the genre; true crime fans who prefer clear, unadorned case presentation without comedy or excessive banter.
Who is Obsessed with True Crime for?
Obsessed with True Crime is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode; Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries; Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations; Those interested in the psychology of serial offenders.
What is the best episode of Obsessed with True Crime to start with?
We recommend starting with Any episode — the straightforward format works standalone. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to Obsessed with True Crime?
Obsessed with True Crime is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Obsessed with True Crime?
If you enjoy Obsessed with True Crime, you might also like: Canadian True Crime, Counter Clock, Crime Junkie, Crime Next Door: The Beast of Birkenhead. See our full "Podcasts Like Obsessed with True Crime" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Solo narrator
- Style
- Serious, clear, no-frills
- Episode length
- ~30-45 min per episode; large backlog; regular releases
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- United States
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