Rephonic
Artwork for Australian True Crime

Australian True Crime

Bravecasting
Domestic Violence
Australia
Youth Crime
True Crime
Melbourne
Australian True Crime
Delphi Murders
Bali Bombings
Lachie Jones
Victoria Police
Trauma
Shirley Butler
Mental Health
Cary Stayner
Domestic Abuse
Drowning
Homicide Investigations
Justice System
Lifeline
Criminal Justice System

Think nothing ever happens in your town? Australia's suburbs are home to some of the most mysterious and disturbing true crime cases in the world. Meshel Laurie is a true crime obsessive, and with the help of expert interviews with writers, victim/survivors, investigators and perpetrators, she probes the underbelly of our towns and suburbs, and uncovers the darkness at the heart of Australian life... more

PublishesDailyEpisodes942Founded10 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
True Crime

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Australian True Crime

Latest Episodes

German television presenter Collien Fernandes was at the centre of a disturbing case of online impersonation, in which someone posing as her sent sexually explicit material and convinced several men they were in secret romantic relationships with her... more

This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed.

German television presenter Collien Fernandes was at the centre of a disturbing case of online impersonation, in ... more

Edith Cowan, Australia's first woman elected to parliament, is celebrated on our $50 note.

But her path to becoming a pioneering advocate for women and children began with a devastating childhood, when her father was hanged for the murder of her st... more

YouTube

This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed.

Edith Cowan, Australia's first woman elected to parliament, is celebrated on our $50 note.

But her path to beco... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Richard Baker
Investigative journalist and reporter on the ABC podcast Unravel: Lies in Lismore
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Episode: The Unsolved Murder of German Backpacker Simone Strobel
Betty Taylor
CEO of the Red Rose Foundation
Red Rose Foundation
Episode: True Crime Tonight: The 1982 Tylenol murders
John Silvester
Journalist and true crime writer known as “Sly of the Underworld”
The Age
Episode: John Silvester: Sly of the Underworld
Stephen Cordner
Forensic medicine expert and author of Wrongful Convictions in Australia
Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine
Episode: Shortcut: How Common Are Miscarriages of Justice in Australia?
Michael Bachelard
Journalist at The Age and the Sydney Morning Herald
The Age
Episode: True Crime Tonight: Christa Pike's Failed Execution
Wayne Holdsworth
Parent and founder of SmackTalk
SmackTalk
Episode: The Online Sextortion of Mac Holdsworth
John Herbert
Sydney-based boxing trainer, author of Crossroads
Self-employed; author of Crossroads
Episode: True Crime Tonight: The Cornell 7
Helen Garner
Esteemed Australian writer and journalist who has written extensively on criminal trials and related subjects
Episode: Helen Garner's Fascination with Crime
Rob Hunter
Teacher who lived through the Wooreen kidnapping
Author of Day 9 at Wooreen
Episode: The Day a Prison Escapee Kidnapped a School

Host

Meshel Laurie
Host of Australian True Crime; longstanding host with extensive experience in Australian true crime storytelling and interviewing.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 14.5k ratings
  • Welcome to country

    Why on God’s earth do we need to be welcomed to country at the start & finish of these podcasts not once but twice 😵‍💫

    Just stick with your story telling not the leftist dribble

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sixpackofnuggets
    Australia18 days ago
  • Bung

    Get rid of the ads and host and you’re laughing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rickyjamesg
    Australia21 days ago
  • Great Content

    Listening from Vancouver Canada. This beats many of the US and Canada podcasts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AdaKing007
    Canada22 days ago
  • “Factual reporting” is factually incorrect.

    I was a fan from the start, until they did Lindsay Clancy.

    First, interviewing a woman, an apparent specialist in the field - who stated postpartum psychosis, she just needed to get over it & she just needed to tell her (many & changing) treating Doctors - the same thing - instead of doing what all patients do, which is lie (thank you Dr House - a more trusted source than a true crime podcast).

    That was disgusting. Victim blaming her.

    And that annoyed me, because you never said - Woah!, hold ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ms Alex H
    Australiaa month ago
  • Hello From Canada

    Listening from Nova Scotia Canada , I really enjoy how clearly you cover the stories .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dont make
    Canadaa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some critique ads and occasional perceived bias in topics.
Listeners praise empathetic interviewing and deep legal context.
Fans note strong host storytelling with diverse topics.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Shortcut: How Common Are Miscarriages of Justice in Australia?
Q: Is this part of why you're so passionate about ... that you think we need a commission, a wrongful ... a miscarriage of justice review commission, so that there is a very clear framework for people to have their cases re-investigated?
Cordner agrees that a commission is needed. He says wrongly convicted people face a difficult path once their appeals are exhausted, and that Australia lacks a system like those operating in several comparable countries.
Shortcut: How Common Are Miscarriages of Justice in Australia?
Q: How common do you think miscarriages of justice are in Australia?
Cordner says the scale is unknown because Australia does not actively investigate wrongful convictions through a dedicated review commission. Comparing the United Kingdom's review system with Australia, he estimates a similar process could lead to eight to ten acquittals annually.
True Crime Tonight: The 1982 Tylenol murders
Q: What advice have you got for people who have reached out to family and friends and explicitly said they fear their ex could kill them, but have been laughed off?
Taylor advises them to keep seeking help from police, domestic violence services, colleagues or others until they find someone who believes them and can help keep them safe.
True Crime Tonight: The 1982 Tylenol murders
Q: Are you finding that women are aware that the most dangerous time is around when they are leaving an abusive partner, and that our culture is aware of it?
Betty Taylor says awareness is growing, but leaving still requires safety planning at every step.
True Crime Tonight: Christa Pike's Failed Execution
Q: Do you have any numbers on how many men are in prison in Australia for a baby shaking death?
Bachelard says there are no reliable figures. He cites an informal list identifying more than two or three hundred people tried in such cases over the years, while emphasizing that the cases need individual investigation and that some prosecutions raise serious questions.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Australian True Crime

What is Australian True Crime about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show focuses on true crime stories rooted in Australian life, often exploring the justice system, policing, and broader social issues through in-depth interviews with authors, investigators, survivors, and sometimes perpetrators. Episodes frequently blend archival context, legal perspectives, and human-interest angles, with careful storytelling that emphasizes empathy for victims while unpacking the mechanics of crime, media coverage, and societal impact. A standout pattern is the mix of long-form author interviews and investigative reporting across cases ranging from historical bank heists to contemporary domestic violence and missing persons, making it a strong fit for brands seeking thoughtful, policy-relevant true crime content wit... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Australian True Crime?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Australian True Crime. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Australian True Crime and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Australian True Crime get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Australian True Crime, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Australian True Crime?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Australian True Crime, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Australian True Crime have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Australian True Crime has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Australian True Crime?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Australian True Crime:

1. True Crime Conversations
2. I Catch Killers with Gary Jubelin
3. Life and Crimes with Andrew Rule
4. Motive & Method
5. Unravel

How many episodes of Australian True Crime are there?

Australian True Crime launched 10 years ago and published 942 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Australian True Crime?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Australian True Crime?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Australian True Crime from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Australian True Crime?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Australian True Crime. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Australian True Crime?

Recent guests on Australian True Crime include:

1. Richard Baker
2. Betty Taylor
3. John Silvester
4. Stephen Cordner
5. Michael Bachelard
6. Wayne Holdsworth
7. John Herbert
8. Helen Garner

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days