Weird True Crime
True crime podcast review — 2026
Reviewed
"Strange cases handled with real care for the victims involved."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
- ✓Fans of original investigative journalism over retold news
Pros & cons
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
- +Episodic format — great for both casual listeners and committed fans, start anywhere
About this podcast
Weird True Crime is the ultimate podcast for fans of bizarre, lesser-known, and jaw-dropping true crime stories. Hosted by lifelong best friends Gina Nichols and Amber Paul, it explores strange crimes with respect for victims alongside genuine banter.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about Weird True Crime
What is Weird True Crime about?
Weird True Crime is the ultimate podcast for fans of bizarre, lesser-known, and jaw-dropping true crime stories. Hosted by lifelong best friends Gina Nichols and Amber Paul, it explores strange crimes with respect for victims alongside genuine banter.
Is Weird True Crime worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if bizarre, lesser-known cases interest you". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. Lifelong best friends Gina Nichols and Amber Paul explore bizarre, lesser-known, jaw-dropping true crime with an ethical, victim-focused approach.
Who is Weird True Crime for?
Weird True Crime is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode; Fans of original investigative journalism over retold news.
What is the best episode of Weird True Crime to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to Weird True Crime?
Weird True Crime is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Weird True Crime?
If you enjoy Weird True Crime, you might also like: In the Dark, Serial, The Missing Cryptoqueen, Pipeline. See our full "Podcasts Like Weird True Crime" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Dual host
- Style
- Ethical, victim-focused, occasionally light
- Episode length
- 40-55 min
- Episodes
- 50+ episodes
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- United States
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