An intriguing crime and thriller never fail to placate our hearts. Besides delighting the true crime aficionado, a solved mystery easily gets us hooked on this genre. But watching a crime thriller while commuting to work or dealing with the daily chores can sometimes kill the feel. Well, for such instances, Crime and Thriller Podcasts are a saviour.
Crime and thriller podcast genres have boomed for the past few years. Both fiction and true crime and thriller podcasts have greatly fascinated thriller lovers and young sleuths. Crime as a podcast genre was first put up on the map in 2014, and within a few years, 50% of the top ten podcasts were on true crime and thriller.
With so many true crime podcasts up for grabs, choosing an interesting one can take some time. Well, we have got you covered. Here are some of the most listened-to and loved true crime and thriller podcasts curated just for you.
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Indian Murder Mystery by RedFM
The first in the list of true crime and thriller podcasts is an Indian murder mystery by RedFM. True crime, though fascinating, can be, at times, daunting to most listeners. Despite this, RedFM’s Indian Murder Mystery is popular primarily due to its unique narrative style. It recreates crime incidents as anecdotes and has amazing audio production, keeping listeners glued to the show. Narrated by Rj Praveen, Indian Murder Mystery can be streamed on YouTube, Spotify, and other podcast platforms.
Casefile
Casefile is probably the only show with an anonymous host. Isn’t that thrilling? This true crime thriller podcast show is about thrill and eeriness. This Australian podcast talks about all sorts of crime worldwide, from the 1940s to the early 2000s. Dark sound effects and exquisite research live to the show’s tagline, “Fact is scarier than Fiction!” Available on all streaming platforms, Casefiles will surely get us all hooked on it.
The Desi Crime Podcast by The Lost Debate
Produced by The Lost Debate, The Desi Crime Podcast is one of the most popular and extolled true-crime podcasts. As the name suggests, the show is about petrifying and fraudulent crimes from India, Nepal, Pakistan, and other South Asian countries. Their amazing research on these jaw-dropping sinister crimes and splendid narration will surely give you goosebumps and leave you in awe. Hosted by Aryaan Mishra and Aishwarya Singh, the Desi Crime Podcast can be streamed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other leading streaming apps.
Crime Junkie By Audiochuck
The soothing and superlative storytelling of Ashley and Brit, the hosts, makes Crime Junkie a popular and loved true-crime podcast. The 30-minute to hour-long podcast investigates murders, serial killers, and many shocking crime scenes. Ashley’s powerful storytelling and Brit’s analysis take Crime Junkie to the next level. Crime Junkie can be streamed on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and many more.
Bhaskar Bose (Hindi Thriller Podcast) by Mantra Mugdh
Thriller stories have always been fascinating to listeners. So did Bhaskar Bose by Mantra Mugdh. This Hindi thriller is a fictional podcast revolving around Bhaskar Bose, a detective by passion. Every episode deals with new and intriguing cases that Bhaskar and his sidekick, Bikesh Das, solved. Created by Mantra, a popular name in the audio industry, Bhaskar Bose is popular for its storyline and over-the-top production. The show comprises 6 seasons and is a Spotify-exclusive show.
Khooni: The Crimes Of India
The podcast produced by Khoonicast talks about India’s captivating yet daunting crimes. The hosts, Sneha and Aditi, have an interesting approach to the terrible crimes, which makes it a bit less disturbing for the listeners. Their, at times, off-topic small talks keep the listeners hooked on the show. Colossal research and intriguing narrative make Khooni: the crimes of India a must-listen for all true-crime aficionados. The show can be streamed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.
My Favorite Murder with Karen and Georgia
Comedy and True crime can be said to be contrasting but not for the show My Favorite Murder. Two comedians, Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, got on board to create My Favorite Murder, a comedy-true crime podcast. The show discusses problematic themes like sexual abuse, mental illness, criminal psychology, and the hosts’ personal experiences. The different yet captivating approach of the show has made it a fan favourite. My Favourite Murder is loved by fans worldwide, who call themselves Murderinos. You can stream the show on all leading podcast platforms and soon call yourselves a Murderino.
Serial by Sarah Koeing
Cited as an “Audio game Changer,” Serial by Sarah Koeing was the first true-crime podcast released in 2014. The show is an investigative podcast hosted by Sarah Koeing and produced by The New York Times—every season of Serial deals with a new crime anecdote over multiple episodes. Sarah Koeing’s voice and riveting narration made this show an instant hit. With three seasons aired, Serial is surely the favourite of all Murderinos. Serial is available on all leading podcast platforms and is a must-listen.
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