Serial Killers (Parcast)
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Serial Killers is the most comprehensive audio encyclopedia of serial murder ever made — 400+ episodes and dozens of killers examined from childhood to capture."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
- ✓Those interested in the psychology of serial offenders
- ✓Binge listeners who want something they can't stop at one episode
Pros & cons
- +Rated "Must Listen" by our editorial team — exceptional across all dimensions
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
- +Episodic format — great for both casual listeners and committed fans, start anywhere
About this podcast
Bi-weekly Parcast series examining famous serial killers across multiple episodes — building each case from the killer's childhood and psychology through to their crimes and capture, with forensic psychology commentary woven throughout.
Best episode to start with
Choose any killer you're already familiar with — the Ted Bundy, BTK, or Ed Gein series are popular starting points
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about Serial Killers (Parcast)
What is Serial Killers (Parcast) about?
Bi-weekly Parcast series examining famous serial killers across multiple episodes — building each case from the killer's childhood and psychology through to their crimes and capture, with forensic psychology commentary woven throughout.
Is Serial Killers (Parcast) worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Must listen". It scores 8/10 on binge factor. True crime fans who want comprehensive psychological portraits of killers rather than just crime scene summaries; listeners who want to understand 'why' alongside 'what happened.'
Who is Serial Killers (Parcast) for?
Serial Killers (Parcast) is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode; Those interested in the psychology of serial offenders; Binge listeners who want something they can't stop at one episode.
What is the best episode of Serial Killers (Parcast) to start with?
We recommend starting with Choose any killer you're already familiar with — the Ted Bundy, BTK, or Ed Gein series are popular starting points. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to Serial Killers (Parcast)?
Serial Killers (Parcast) is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Serial Killers (Parcast)?
If you enjoy Serial Killers (Parcast), you might also like: Killer Psyche, Last Podcast on the Left, Real Crime Profile, The Thing About Pam. See our full "Podcasts Like Serial Killers (Parcast)" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Co-hosted
- Style
- Educational, dark, analytical
- Episode length
- ~45-60 min per episode; 400+ episodes covering dozens of killers; bi-weekly
- Binge factor
- 8/10
- Country
- United States
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