Rephonic
Artwork for Crimes of the Centuries

Crimes of the Centuries

Amber Hunt and Audioboom
True Crime
FBI
World War II
Murder
Amityville Horror
Defeo Murders
Great Depression
Vietnam War
Art Theft
Jimmy Savile
Nazi Germany
Chowchilla Kidnapping
Child Abuse
Hitler
Cultural Genocide
Charley Ross
Diane Downs
California
Crimes Of the Centuries
Cincinnati

Crime is so commonplace that it takes something particularly shocking to be labelled the “crime of the century.” Even so, there are a lot of cases that have earned the distinction. In each episode of Crimes of the Centuries, award-winning journalist Amber Hunt will examine a case that’s lesser known today but was huge when it happened. The cases explored span the centuries and each left a mark. So... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes328Founded6 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
True CrimeHistory

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Crimes of the Centuries

Latest Episodes

In 1884 Cincinnati, a string of brutal murders and a verdict that outraged the public set off a chain of events that would end in one of the darkest moments in American history — the largest massacre of unarmed civilians by National Guard troops on U... more

YouTube

When a 22-year-old woman living with relatives in a boarding house disappeared on Dec. 22, 1799, her loved ones didn't immediately worry. But when she still hadn't returned days later, all eyes turned to her lover, whom she'd supposedly been set to m... more

YouTube

Amber's on vacation, so she's yanking an episode of The Catalyst from behind the paywall over at Grab Bag Collab. Dive deep into the upbringing and backstories of individuals who committed history's most notorious crimes, shedding light on the psycho... more

YouTube

In September 2012, a 19-year-old UNC-Chapel Hill student was found beaten to death in her off-campus apartment. She was a biology major, a member of the Haliwa-Saponi tribe, and weeks away from her twentieth birthday. Despite DNA evidence collected f... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Sponsors
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

Natalie Robertson
Associate Professor of History at Hampton University
Hampton University
Episode: S6 Ep17: Meaher's Illegal Gamble: The Last Slave Ship
Mark Putnam
Former FBI agent involved in the case
FBI
Episode: S6 Ep12: Above Suspicion: The FBI Informant Who Disappeared
Katie Charlewood
Social scientist and historian explaining crime dynamics in 1940s Britain
Episode: S6 Ep9: The Torso in the Marsh
Nell Darby
Historian with a focus on crime,
Episode: S6 Ep9: The Torso in the Marsh
Nicola Sly
Criminal historian and author
Episode: S6 Ep9: The Torso in the Marsh
James S. Coonan
Author of Reckless Disregard
Author
Episode: S6 Ep7: Reckless Disregard: The Carrollton Bus Crash
Smokey Robinson
Music legend featured in a documentary about Sam Cooke
The Sam Cooke Story (documentary)
Episode: ENCORE: The Life and Death of Sam Cooke
Edgar Herbert Smith Jr.
Convicted murderer who maintained his innocence during his time on death row
Episode: S6 Ep1: Brief Against Death: The Murder of Victoria Zielinski
Victoria Zielinski
15-year-old girl whose murder became a crime of national attention
Episode: S6 Ep1: Brief Against Death: The Murder of Victoria Zielinski

Host

Amber Hunt
Host and journalist who guides the narrative across cases and centuries, with a focus on rigorous storytelling and historical context.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 6.3k ratings
  • Meh

    Good if you like a little podcast with your adverts.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    OriginalItchy
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thoughtful and Thought-provoking

    I’ve been a listener to Crimes of the Century for some time now, and always appreciate the care Amber Hunt takes with her subjects, and especially appreciate the intention to give the Twilight Zone/Vic Morrow story two episodes. Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SeanXR
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love it!

    As a former history professor and current lawyer this is my favorite podcast there is. I never miss an episode. Love, love, love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hbecks17
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good

    Absolutely sensational it’s just so interesting while I am doing my homework

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sorenzo was
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great content

    Enjoy your podcast very much! I do my housework while listening. I have to wonder if Becky hill and murdaugh cooked up this scheme together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lkulm
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Consistently well-produced with insightful guests and cross-era case connections.
High-quality research and compelling narratives, though some episodes spark debate over presenter biases.
Engaging storytelling with strong historical context.
Audience feedback highlights ad reads and pacing as areas of mixed reception.
Loyal listeners praise the host's storytelling ability and depth of archival detail.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#124
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#185
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#239
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#62
South Korea/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#118
Russia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#189
Israel/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S5 Ep20: The Fox in the Henhouse: Klaus Fuchs and the Secret That Changed the World
Q: What were the consequences of his actions?
His espionage enabled the Soviet Union to develop their own atomic bomb much quicker than anticipated, potentially altering the course of the Cold War.
S5 Ep20: The Fox in the Henhouse: Klaus Fuchs and the Secret That Changed the World
Q: What was Klaus Fuchs' motivation for spying?
He believed that by sharing atomic secrets with the Soviet Union, he could help create a more equal world and promote peace.

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 Crimes of the Centuries

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

A meticulous history-tinged true crime show that shines a light on lesser-known yet historically pivotal cases. Each episode threads crime narratives with broader social, legal, and political contexts, often highlighting investigative missteps, civil rights questions, and the evolution of justice systems. The host weaves archival material with expert commentary to illuminate how these cases shaped laws and public discourse. Notable strengths include rigorous storytelling across centuries, rigorous research, and a knack for connecting individual crimes to larger societal dynamics. This mix makes it useful for listeners who crave well-sourced history with a crime-story backbone, and for sponsors seeking thoughtful, academically inclined audie... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Crimes of the Centuries?

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

How many listeners does Crimes of the Centuries get?

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

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Crimes of the Centuries, 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 Crimes of the Centuries have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Crimes of the Centuries 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.

How many episodes of Crimes of the Centuries are there?

Crimes of the Centuries launched 6 years ago and published 328 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 Crimes of the Centuries?

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 Crimes of the Centuries?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Crimes of the Centuries 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 Crimes of the Centuries?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Crimes of the Centuries. 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 Crimes of the Centuries?

Recent guests on Crimes of the Centuries include:

1. Natalie Robertson
2. Mark Putnam
3. Katie Charlewood
4. Nell Darby
5. Nicola Sly
6. James S. Coonan
7. Smokey Robinson
8. Edgar Herbert Smith Jr.

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