Rephonic
Artwork for Carolina Crimes
South Carolina
Murder
Joseph Ernest Atkins
Lancaster, South Carolina
Edwin Diaz-Chirinos
Christmas
North Charleston
Marko Drayton
Jamil Omar Phillips
Donald Allen Jones
Ned Plyler
Geraldine Plyler
James Larry Smith
Pauline, South Carolina
Gray Court, South Carolina
Bigham Family
Sherry Engel
Myrtle Beach
Fred Engel
Timothy Rogers

The only podcast dedicated solely to crimes committed in South Carolina!lTwo South Carolina natives and true crime enthusiasts have teamed up to examine some of the most heinous and shocking crimes ever committed in the Palmetto State.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes280Founded5 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
True Crime

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Carolina Crimes

Latest Episodes

This week, we are joined by Machinery Technichian Chief Perry Sutton USCG retired,who enlightens us about what it was like protecting South Carolina's Coast for over 30 years.

In 1985, a mysterious house fire in Hartsville,SC led investigators to a deceased elderly man who they believed to be a victim of the fire. While technically he was, there was much more to the story and the condition in which he was found.

This week we dive into two cases from South Carolina's history that prove that your past will always come back to haunt you. One from 1959 in Beaufort County and the other a very recent financial crime.

In 2002, a college football player was visiting a Columbia, SC nightclub when he fell victim to being in the wrong place at the wrong time, and around the wrong people. When the investigation settled and justice was served a weak spot in the justice ... more

Key Facts

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

Shay Parks
Co-host/casual guest on episode
Guest co-host
Episode: EPISODE 265: "The Past Will Always Catch Up To You": Double Episode
Jenny Kearse
Guest podcaster featured on episode
Episode: EPISODE 263: "The Brothers Very Grim": The Murder of Teresa Hanna
Perry Sutton
Rock Hill City Councilman and Coast Guard veteran with significant community involvement
Rock Hill City Council
Episode: EPISODE 252: "Parades, Squirrels, and The US Coast Guard Stories": A Carolina Crimes Christmas Special
Amanda Hall
Returning guest and commentator on Aiken County
Episode: EPISODE 240: "The Peril of the Peddler": The Murder of Abram Surasky
Ashley Richards
Returning guest and commentator on Aiken County
Episode: EPISODE 240: "The Peril of the Peddler": The Murder of Abram Surasky
Julie Kane
Longtime listener and friend of the show
Episode: EPISODE 234: "The Deadly Delivery": The Tragic Murder of Irene Pressley
Britton Matthews
Sister of Julie Kane, visiting listener
Episode: EPISODE 234: "The Deadly Delivery": The Tragic Murder of Irene Pressley
Nicole Hill
Sister of Julie Kane, visiting listener
Episode: EPISODE 234: "The Deadly Delivery": The Tragic Murder of Irene Pressley
Steve Raniszewski
Special guest and former US Navy member
Episode: EPISODE 224: "The Foiled Plan": The Bennettsville Kidnappings

Hosts

Matt Hyers
Co-host of the show, focusing on true crime storytelling and South Carolina history with a steady, narrative approach.
Danielle Myers
Co-host of the show, contributing local flavor, historical context, and empathetic storytelling around South Carolina crimes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • Love this podcast!

    I look forward to the new episodes weekly. I “fortunately” started in the middle so when I am looking for one to listen to for a 2nd time in the week, I go back to the ones I haven’t listened to yet (1st half of their seasons)! Love hearing more details on ones I vaguely remember and some that shocked me (Strom’s for example!). Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ripsmith
    United States20 days ago
  • I love Carolina Crimes.

    I just came across this gem. I’m hooked. I love all things murder podcast but this is my new favorite. I started with episode one and I’m working my way through them. I’m listening while walking my dogs Risky and Allie. Also when feeding the chickens, horses and goats.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lorie Switzer
    United States22 days ago
  • Yay!

    New to SC and just found your podcast and have listened to so many episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carolina Ashley
    United States22 days ago
  • I’m hooked!

    I just found this podcast and I’m already on episode 15. I love the history of South Carolina and learning about the crime makes it more interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kierstin Haley
    United Statesa month ago
  • New Listener

    I just came across this podcast and I absolutely love it. I’m from South Carolina.. and I excited to listen and learn more about these cases

    Thank You for this podcast!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ashley77!
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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

Some listeners note regional pride and seamless storytelling, with binge-worthy episode flow.
Fans appreciate empathetic storytelling and respect for victims and communities.
Listeners praise the strong sense of place and local history in each case.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#235
United States/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EPISODE 193: "Palmetto Paranormal Activity": Spooky Tales and Locales
Q: What is your favorite scary movie?
My favorite scary movie has to be Poltergeist.
EPISODE 178: "The 40 Year Search": The Murder of John Orner
Q: What was the outcome of Fryeberger's trial?
Edward Fryeberger was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison, though he later appealed and took an Alford plea, ultimately serving 17 years before being released.
EPISODE 178: "The 40 Year Search": The Murder of John Orner
Q: What led to Edward Fryeberger's eventual arrest?
His arrest was facilitated by improved ballistics testing and the discovery of a gun linked to the crime, along with his past association with Fort Jackson.
EPISODE 178: "The 40 Year Search": The Murder of John Orner
Q: How did the case remain cold for so long?
The case remained cold for nearly 40 years due to a lack of conclusive evidence and the death of key witnesses and investigators.
EPISODE 178: "The 40 Year Search": The Murder of John Orner
Q: What were the circumstances around John Orner's death?
John Orner was a taxi driver who went missing after a late-night shift and was later found shot and killed, with evidence suggesting robbery was the motive.

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 Carolina Crimes

What is Carolina Crimes about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two South Carolina–based hosts anchor in-depth, locally flavored crime storytelling that blends regional history with the investigation details of each case. Episodes frequently center on hometown dynamics, community impact, and motive-driven narratives, often weaving in archival context and guest perspectives to add local color. The show stands out for its emphasis on the Palmetto State's geography, history, and culture while covering a wide range of cases from historical to more contemporary, making it appealing to listeners who want both texture and detail in true-crime storytelling.

Noteworthy angles include integrating local lore and civic memory, spotlighting underexplored regional cases, and rotating guests to broaden context. The f... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Carolina Crimes?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Carolina Crimes. 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 Carolina Crimes and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Carolina Crimes get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Carolina Crimes, 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 Carolina Crimes?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Carolina Crimes, 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 Carolina Crimes have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Carolina Crimes 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 Carolina Crimes?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Carolina Crimes:

1. Impact of Influence: The Murdaugh Family Murders and Other Cases
2. FITSNews Week in Review
3. True Sunlight
4. Cup Of Justice
5. Southern Mysteries Podcast

How many episodes of Carolina Crimes are there?

Carolina Crimes launched 5 years ago and published 280 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 Carolina Crimes?

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 Carolina Crimes?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Carolina Crimes 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 Carolina Crimes?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Carolina Crimes. 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 Carolina Crimes?

Recent guests on Carolina Crimes include:

1. Shay Parks
2. Jenny Kearse
3. Perry Sutton
4. Amanda Hall
5. Ashley Richards
6. Julie Kane
7. Britton Matthews
8. Nicole Hill

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