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The Fifth Estate Podcast

True crime podcast review — 2026

Reviewed August 2026 · Updated September 2026

Good if Canadian true crime interests you

Quick VerdictGood if Canadian true crime interests you

"CBC's The Fifth Estate investigative journalism podcast covering major Canadian criminal and social cases."

By David StarkHow we review →

Who is this podcast for?

✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode

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Pros & cons

Pros

+High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
+Episodic format — great for both casual listeners and committed fans, start anywhere

Cons

−Only available on Apple Podcasts — not accessible on all podcast apps

About this podcast

CBC's The Fifth Estate investigative journalism podcast covering major Canadian criminal and social cases.

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Browse for a case that interests you

Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order

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What is The Fifth Estate Podcast about?

CBC's The Fifth Estate investigative journalism podcast covering major Canadian criminal and social cases.

Is The Fifth Estate Podcast worth listening to?

Our editorial verdict is "Good if Canadian true crime interests you". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. CBC's The Fifth Estate investigative journalism podcast covering major Canadian criminal and social cases.

Who is The Fifth Estate Podcast for?

The Fifth Estate Podcast is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode.

What is the best episode of The Fifth Estate Podcast to start with?

We recommend starting with Browse for a case that interests you. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.

Where can I listen to The Fifth Estate Podcast?

The Fifth Estate Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts. Search for it by name on any of those apps.

What podcasts are similar to The Fifth Estate Podcast?

If you enjoy The Fifth Estate Podcast, you might also like: Crime Beat, Someone Knows Something, The Trail Went Cold, Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast. See our full "Podcasts Like The Fifth Estate Podcast" page for more recommendations.

Quick facts

Format: Episodic
Host style: Solo host
Style: Journalistic; measured
Episode length: 35-55 min
Episodes: Ongoing
Binge factor: 7/10
Country: Canada

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