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Crime Writers On… is the original true‑crime review podcast hosted by Rebecca Lavoie and featuring Kevin Flynn, Lara Bricker and Toby Ball. Each week the panel reviews true‑crime podcasts, documentaries, TV shows, and films, diving into journalism, storytelling, pop culture, and the biggest crime stories in media. Plus: the Crime of the Week. Show website: crimewriterson.com Follow the show on X: ... more

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Recent Guests

Josh Baker
BBC Panorama and Frontline journalist, interviewed for the episode
BBC Panorama / Frontline
Episode: I'm Not a Monster
Toby Ball
True crime author and noir novelist
Author/Panelist
Episode: Murdaugh Murders
Lara Bricker
Journalist and investigator
Panelist/Journalist
Episode: Murdaugh Murders
Ronald Young Jr.
Host of Wait For It, guest on the episode
Episode: Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed
Dan Taberski
Headlong founder, author of Running from COPS
Headlong / Dan Taberski
Episode: Running from COPS
April Belascio
Daughter of serial killer Edward Edwards
April Belascio / Edwards family connection
Episode: The Clearing
Matthew Shaer
Host of Suspect (Campside Media)
Campside Media / Wondery
Episode: Suspect
Gracie Canaan
OnlyFans creator and co-host on OnlyFantasy
OnlyFans
Episode: OnlyFantasy
Leon Neyfakh
Host of OnlyFantasy, Audible Original podcast
Audible Originals
Episode: OnlyFantasy

Hosts

Rebecca Lavoie
Host of Crime Writers On, with years of experience in true crime media and podcasting.
Kevin Flynn
Co-host with deep experience in crime media and critique; part of the original hosting duo.
Lara Bricker
Private investigator and journalist bringing investigative perspective to discussions on journalism and crime storytelling.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 4.7k ratings
  • Pick my podcasts

    Love these these guys especially Rebecca

    This is how I find new stuff

    To listen to. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mysteryig
    United Statesa month ago
  • Just found this podcast

    Absolutely love at first listen! Very well done

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    snowbird1979
    Canada3 months ago
  • Listening every week

    Enjoy the format and the insight from these crime writers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Britt Wolffie
    United States4 months ago
  • OG Listener

    Been listening since Serial. This is the podcast that got me into all the other podcasts. I am so grateful for each writer’s opinions and perspectives, and I love Rebecca’s laugh. Thanks for putting me onto MDWAP 💗 Also I love the new photo!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    j_a_x_
    United States4 months ago
  • Bad take after bad take

    Please at least educate yourself on what ‘homicide’ means if you are opting to present a crime centred podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mollymollypop
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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Insightful crime media critique with balanced opinions and engaging hosts.

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#139
New Zealand/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#176
China/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#203
Netherlands/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#241
Israel/True Crime

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Running from COPS
Q: I'm going to read you a DM that Dan sent me on Twitter several months ago. Are you ready?
The group discusses Dan Taberski's openness and the high expectations set by him, noting that Toby hoped for a positive reaction, while the panel both critiques and acknowledges the excitement Dan creates around his work.
Uncover: The Expert Witness
Q: What do you think about the idea of a minority report computer program that can place somebody by way of their technology even before people carry cell phones?
The hosts acknowledge the concept as a troubling precursor of surveillance-driven justice, emphasizing the need for critical evaluation of data sources, transparency, and safeguards against premature or erroneous conclusions in the courtroom.
The Last 12 Weeks
Q: Kevin, what did you think about David Wood?
From a narrative perspective, the group can root for the process and see how the defense team navigates the system, with some reasons to root for David but the interview also presents him as not a sympathetic figure, keeping the focus on the legal process rather than vilifying individuals.
My Mother's Lies
Q: Thumbs up or thumbs down for My Mother's Lies?
Overall, it's a solid, well-executed true crime retelling with a clear focus on Susan Galbreath's conduct, though it lacks some new elements that Bone Valley provided. The panel emphasizes that it works as a straightforward, reporting-style narrative.
Who Blew Up The Guidestones?
Q: What makes the Who Blew Up the Guidestones podcast stand out as a piece of investigative journalism?
It blends archival material, on-scene reporting, and personal profiles of local figures to turn a monument into a living story, while maintaining a curious but cautious tone about motive and method.

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2. Toby Ball
3. Lara Bricker
4. Ronald Young Jr.
5. Dan Taberski
6. April Belascio
7. Matthew Shaer
8. Gracie Canaan

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