Who Killed Daphne
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Who Killed Daphne is the kind of podcast that makes you angry and keeps you listening. A meticulously investigated account of a journalist's assassination — and the web of corruption it exposed — it's essential listening for anyone who cares about accountability journalism."
Pros & cons
- +Rated "Must Listen" by our editorial team — exceptional across all dimensions
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
About this podcast
An investigative podcast examining the October 2017 assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia — Malta's most prominent investigative journalist and anti-corruption blogger — who was killed by a car bomb outside her home. The series follows the investigation, the men convicted of carrying out the bombing, and the trail leading toward those who ordered it at the heart of Maltese politics.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1 — must be heard in order
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about Who Killed Daphne
What is Who Killed Daphne about?
An investigative podcast examining the October 2017 assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia — Malta's most prominent investigative journalist and anti-corruption blogger — who was killed by a car bomb outside her home. The series follows the investigation, the men convicted of carrying out the bombing, and the trail leading toward those who ordered it at the heart of Maltese politics.
Is Who Killed Daphne worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Must listen". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. Malta's most feared journalist was killed by a car bomb in 2017. This investigation traces the web of corruption her murder exposed — and the powerful people it implicated.
Who is Who Killed Daphne for?
Who Killed Daphne is recommended for true crime enthusiasts who enjoy Murder and Political corruption and Organised crime.
What is the best episode of Who Killed Daphne to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1 — must be heard in order. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to Who Killed Daphne?
Who Killed Daphne is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Who Killed Daphne?
If you enjoy Who Killed Daphne, you might also like: Bag Man (MSNBC), In the Dark, Slow Burn (Slate), Serial. See our full "Podcasts Like Who Killed Daphne" page for more recommendations.
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- Format
- Serialised
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Serious; politically engaged; measured; urgent
- Episode length
- 30-45 min
- Episodes
- 6-8 episodes
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- Malta
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