
Crime Time Inc. brings real investigative experience to true crime storytelling.
Hosted by former detectives Tom Wood and Simon McLean, the podcast blends authentic policing insight with gripping, long-form narratives. Tom brings decades of investigative leadership from some of Scotland’s most complex cases, while Simon draws on his background in the murder squad and undercover work. Together, the... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 290 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||

The Crime Time Inc. team returns with a special emergency episode to discuss one of the most talked-about criminal cases in the UK.
Former Deputy Chief Constable Tom Wood and retired Detective Simon McLean examine the murder of Southampton student H... more
In this wide-ranging episode of Crime Time Inc., Simon and Tom blend humour, nostalgia, and serious criminal justice discussion as they reflect on their careers in Scottish policing.
The conversation begins with memories of detective training at Ayr... more
In this insightful episode of Crime Time Inc., Simon and Tom reunite to dive deep into a variety of pressing issues that not only affect Scotland but resonate globally. As they take a brief break from their usual focus on historical cases, they engag... more
In this episode, we delve into the intricate case of the Zodiac Killer, reflecting on the thorough investigation and narrative crafted by Alex, who's been pivotal in summarizing the key elements of this elusive case. Through Alex’s comprehensive over... more
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I absolutely love this podcast. You can immediately tell the hosts are retired cops and that’s what sets it apart from all other crime podcasts. There’s a layer of authenticity, they have experienced a lot of what happens in the stories or have an old buddy who has. The main highlight for me is way they talk, the banter, it’s so refreshing. I could listen all day. Even though it’s serious content the way they handle it is very cop like, never far from some banter to help lighten things. So glad ... more
Love the podcast and the sensible views of Tom and Simon The present state of policing is is abysmal; we should get back to “Beat Policemen” .
Excellent story! I didn’t know how many people were intermingling, criminals, movie stars, law enforcement, and others! I am waiting for the next true story!!!!
I was so excited when I found Crime Time Inc from the Small Town Dicks podcast. Simon and Tom while claiming not to be storytellers are engaging and have exceptional chemistry. The cases or topics they cover are presented in a soothing and wonderful way. I listened because they gave a different perspective and I enjoy listening to their accents.
However, season 3 is, simply put, a disaster. The new American hosts who are bland and sound like AI are horrid. They spend more time giving weird pla... more
/ stars ⭐️ 2
/ Episode length: 47 mins
/ Fluff time, round-up: 10 mins.
/ Avg time between ads: 12 mins.
/ Based on episode: S04E02
/Ad Quality: BAD
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C-suite level true crime storytelling meets seasoned policing insight. Long-form episodes blend investigative rigor with behind-the-scenes perspectives from two former Scottish detectives, delivering case breakdowns, procedural lessons, and historical context with banter and regional flavor. The show stands out for its authentic policing expertise, conversational chemistry, and willingness to tackle both famous cases and evolving investigative methods, making it valuable for listeners who want depth, credibility, and storytelling in equal measure.
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Crime Time Inc launched 3 years ago and published 290 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Crime Time Inc include:
1. Richard Gaikowski
2. Jane Hamilton
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