The Deck Investigates
True crime podcast review — 2026
"The Deck Investigates covers cold case homicide victims featured on playing cards distributed to prison inmates. This unique approach has helped generate tips on previously stagnant cases, while Ashley Flowers brings her signature accessible storytelling."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries
- ✓Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations
Pros
- +Rated "Must Listen" by our editorial team
About the host
Ashley Flowers
Host of The Deck Investigates.
About this podcast
From Audiochuck, The Deck covers cold cases featured on playing cards distributed by state police agencies to inmates, in hopes of generating tips.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1 — best heard in order
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Deck Investigates
What is The Deck Investigates about?
From Audiochuck, The Deck covers cold cases featured on playing cards distributed by state police agencies to inmates, in hopes of generating tips.
Is The Deck Investigates worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Must listen". The community has rated it 9.0/10 overall. Audiochuck's deep investigation of cold case homicide victims featured on playing card decks distributed to prison inmates.
Who is The Deck Investigates for?
The Deck Investigates is ideal for: Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries; Anyone fascinated by missing persons investigations.
What is the best episode of The Deck Investigates to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1 — best heard in order. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
What podcasts are similar to The Deck Investigates?
If you enjoy The Deck Investigates, you might also like: CounterClock, NaturalQueen77 True Crime TV, True Crime Garage, Hands Off My Podcast: True Crime. See our full "Podcasts Like The Deck Investigates" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Both
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Narrative; immersive
- Episode length
- 35-55 min
- Episodes
- 350+ episodes
- Country
- United States
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