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Crime Story

CBC
Murder
True Crime
Toronto
Domestic Violence
Mental Health
Sexual Assault
Child Abuse
Wrongful Convictions
Italy
Wenbo Jin
Hargan Family Killings
Oklahoma City Bombing
Helen Naslund
Miles Naslund
Murdaugh Family
Prenatal Paternities, Inc.
Amanda Knox
Justice System
Documentary Filmmaking
Canada

This is true crime with journalistic integrity — and a curious, conversational edge. Every other Monday, Crime Story dives into gripping cases of every kind: from white-collar scandals and high-profile trials to under-the-radar stories you’ve never heard before.

At the heart of each episode is a deep, intimate interview with someone who knows the case inside and out — the journalists, documentaria... more

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Eleni Polinski grew weed so wonderful that she had New York state officials courting her throughout the cannabis legalization process. Then she came home to a busted down door, and no weed to be found.

Reporter Rosalind Adams joins Crime Story to ta... more

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Two years of anonymous texts, stalking, questions and harassment. And the person behind it all only introdcues more questions once they are revealed.

Skye Borgman comes back to Crime Story to discuss her docuseries Unknown Number: The High School Ca... more

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Eligio Bishop, also known as NatureBoy, started out with a pretty simple purpose – dump the system he was currently in, one that systemically harmed him throughout his life, and trade it for a future off-grid in the tropics. Soon, others started join... more

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In 2023 Ontario resident Kenneth Law was arrested in his Mississauga home and later charged with first degree murder. He was accused of selling poison to people at risk of self-harm.

More recently, prosecutors said that the murder charges would be d... more

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Recent Guests

Rosalind Adams
Journalist who covers the case; author of the magazine piece on the Godmother of Weed
Initial reporting for CBC/ magazine piece
Episode: Getting high on Godmother’s supply: The story behind NYC’s Godmother of Weed
David Peisner
Journalist who explored the Carbon Nation story for Rolling Stone
Rolling Stone
Episode: The livestreamed downfall of alleged cult Carbon Nation
Daemon Fairless
Journalist and host of Crime Story studio discussions
CBC/Crime Story
Episode: Selling suicide: The poisonous chemical linked to teen deaths
Daniel Bogado
Director of the docu-series Killer Ratings
Netflix (documentary distribution)
Episode: Did a Brazilian TV host arrange murders to boost ratings?
Chloe Hadjimatheou
Reporter for The Observer (UK) and investigative journalist on the Salt Path story
The Observer
Episode: The Salt Path became an instant bestseller. But, is it true?
Kevin Hearn
Musician (Barenaked Ladies) who purchased a Morrisseau painting and later became entangled in the authentication controversy
Barenaked Ladies (band)
Episode: Bonus Listen: Forged
Gerald McMaster
Curator at the AGO and respected figure in Canadian Indigenous art
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
Episode: Bonus Listen: Forged
Adrian Stimson
Host of Forged podcast series; Indigenous artist and elder in the community
Indigenous art and media
Episode: The life and exploitation of one of Canada’s most infamous artists
Skye Borgman
Director of the Netflix docu-series Fit for TV
Netflix
Episode: How The Biggest Loser made reality TV judge and jury

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Kathleen Goldhar
Host of Crime Story

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 537 ratings
  • Kathleen is fantastic

    Biggest loser ep: “but you don’t have to talk about that. I will”. Haha I love Kathleen.

    I’ve been listening for awhile and I love how she mentions potential blind spots or missed opportunities her guests failed to discuss in their own shows, without calling them out. Like mentioning the ‘angry black woman’ trope in this latest episode. As much as I liked the biggest loser tv documentary, I was surprised they didn’t discuss that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mishel_606
    Canada2 months ago
  • Biggest loser

    Another reason why I loath “reality” TV and never watch it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    susannj
    United States3 months ago
  • Spoiler Alert

    The latest episode is about The Queen of Canada and I have yet to listen to the whole series.

    Other than that, I never miss an episode but this latest episode will have to stay in the catalogue a little longer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NielsCol
    South Africa4 months ago
  • Inside the actors studio but for crime reporters

    I love that over time, I’ve really gotten the sense that the host is both an absolute sucker for a wild story (who among us?) AND a thoughtful person with a deep, nerdy, appreciation for the crafts of crime reporting and storytelling. Her conversations with people who share the latter traits are the best, and I really enjoy listening. Thanks for being such a great interviewer!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    donutsundae
    United States6 months ago
  • Disgusted with the coverage of the Kenneth Lee case

    Spent most the episode downplaying the actions of the murderers, bordering on making excuses for them. Did not dig into the failure of justice that was their sweetheart deals - no prison time in the sentence.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    mcxand
    Canada6 months ago

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Some reviews call for tighter pacing or less repetition, but overall quality remains high.
Audience values investigative rigor and ethical storytelling, with episodes often prompting deeper research by listeners.
Fans appreciate the host's thoughtful, calm questioning and ability to humanize complex cases.
Listeners praise clear interviewing, strong research, and respectful yet probing discussions.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#72
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#233
France/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#112
Philippines/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#127
South Korea/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#131
Israel/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#141
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Getting high on Godmother’s supply: The story behind NYC’s Godmother of Weed
Q: So the Godmother, tell me who the Godmother of Weed is.
The Godmother is Eleni, a Brooklyn-born cannabis entrepreneur who built a brand by growing high-quality cannabis in her home and aiming to bring her products into New York's emerging legal market, while navigating a culture that had long operated in the margins.
Selling suicide: The poisonous chemical linked to teen deaths
Q: Let's talk about that warning. What went into making the decision about warning listeners the way you did?
We debated extensively; warnings feel polite but may not effectively reduce harm. We aimed to balance honesty with sensitivity, recognizing that audiences have lived experiences with suicide and deserve real, not merely superficial, context.
How a victim of DeepFake porn found her harasser
Q: How did the investigative team track down who was behind Mr. Deepfakes, and what were the key breakthroughs?
Collaborative work with Danish journalists, Bellingcat, and CBC investigators used open-source clues—usernames, emails, and IP patterns—to map the operator, leading to a confrontation with the suspect and the site shutdown.
How a victim of DeepFake porn found her harasser
Q: What happened with the victims you spoke to, like CutieCinderella, and how did their stories shape the investigation?
Victims described the trauma of seeing their faces used in non-consensual Deepfakes and the public backlash, which underscored the violation beyond the video itself and motivated public discussion and collective action among other women in similar situations.
How a victim of DeepFake porn found her harasser
Q: Let's actually start in 2017 and talk about the evolution of this story. What was that story you reported on?
I reported for Motherboard about how Deepfake technology began on open forums, initially focused on porn, with increasingly realistic videos showing people in non-consensual contexts and how the community evolved as platforms moved away from Reddit toward dedicated sites like Mr. Deepfakes.

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This program centers on rigorous true-crime storytelling anchored by long-form, journalist-led interviews. Across episodes, recurring themes include the investigative process behind high-profile cases, questions of credibility and accountability in storytelling, and the human impact of crime on communities and institutions. The tone blends solid reporting with a conversational, in-depth exploration of nuance, often featuring reporters, documentarians, and subject-matter experts who illuminate how cases unfold and why they matter to broader audiences. A notable strength is the commitment to investigative integrity while offering accessible, engaging conversations that help listeners understand complex stories beyond surface headlines.

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Recent guests on Crime Story include:

1. Rosalind Adams
2. David Peisner
3. Daemon Fairless
4. Daniel Bogado
5. Chloe Hadjimatheou
6. Kevin Hearn
7. Gerald McMaster
8. Adrian Stimson

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