Sword and Scale
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True crime veterans who want visceral, no-holds-barred storytelling with authentic audio evidence; not suitable for beginners or those sensitive to graphic content.
Verdict: Good if niche interests you. Sword and Scale pioneered the use of real crime audio in podcasting — if you have a strong stomach and want raw, unfiltered true crime, this is the deepest and darkest dive available.
About this podcast
One of the original true crime podcasts, using raw unedited audio — 911 calls, police interrogations, courtroom recordings — to immerse listeners directly inside real-life crimes without softening the edges.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Sword and Scale?
- True crime veterans who want visceral, no-holds-barred storytelling with authentic audio evidence; not suitable for beginners or those sensitive to graphic content.
- Is Sword and Scale worth listening to?
- Good if niche interests you. Sword and Scale pioneered the use of real crime audio in podcasting — if you have a strong stomach and want raw, unfiltered true crime, this is the deepest and darkest dive available.
- Where can I listen to Sword and Scale?
- Sword and Scale is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify.
- Where should I start with Sword and Scale?
- Start with: Episode 68 (Dee Dee Blanchard) or Episode 1 for chronological context
- What format is Sword and Scale?
- Episodic — approximately ~60 min per episode, 340+ episodes since January 2014 each.
- What type of crime does Sword and Scale cover?
- Sword and Scale covers Murder, Serial Killer, Missing Person, Psychological Crime.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Solo narrator
- Style
- Dark, intense, immersive, graphic
- Episode length
- ~60 min per episode, 340+ episodes since January 2014
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Best to start
- Episode 68 (Dee Dee Blanchard) or Episode 1 for chronological context
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