The Pitcairn Trials
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"The Pitcairn Trials investigates one of the most extraordinary criminal cases in British Overseas Territory history - the 2004 sexual abuse trials on the remote island of Pitcairn, where a community protected perpetrators for generations."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners interested in British cases and the UK criminal justice system
Pros & cons
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
- −Only available on Apple Podcasts — not accessible on all podcast apps
About this podcast
Investigation into the 2004 sexual abuse trials on Pitcairn Island, a remote British Overseas Territory, and the community that protected perpetrators for decades.
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 Pitcairn Trials
What is The Pitcairn Trials about?
Investigation into the 2004 sexual abuse trials on Pitcairn Island, a remote British Overseas Territory, and the community that protected perpetrators for decades.
Is The Pitcairn Trials worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Important listening for its unusual and significant subject matter". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. Investigation into the Pitcairn Island sexual abuse trials and the community complicity that surrounded them.
Who is The Pitcairn Trials for?
The Pitcairn Trials is ideal for: Listeners interested in British cases and the UK criminal justice system.
What is the best episode of The Pitcairn Trials to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1 — best heard in order. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to The Pitcairn Trials?
The Pitcairn Trials is available on Apple Podcasts. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to The Pitcairn Trials?
If you enjoy The Pitcairn Trials, you might also like: Crime Writers On, The Lazarus Heist, CounterClock, Unraveled. See our full "Podcasts Like The Pitcairn Trials" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Serialised
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Atmospheric; documentary style
- Episode length
- 25-45 min
- Episodes
- 8 episodes
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- United Kingdom
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