Criminal
Vox Media Podcast NetworkCriminal is the first of its kind. A show about people who’ve done wrong, been wronged, or gotten caught somewhere in the middle. Hosted by Phoebe Judge. Named a Best Podcast of 2023 by the New York Times. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 424 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeDocumentarySociety & Culture | |||
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In 1833, a writer named Catharine Williams began working on a new book. She’d published books of poetry and about the Revolutionary War before, but this book was going to be different. It was going to be about a Methodist minister, a mill worker, and... more
In 1993, a family was found murdered in their home. A Maryland police spokesperson described the homicide investigation as the most “exhaustive and labor intensive” in the department’s history. And then investigators found a strange manual - written ... more
Scott Darlington ran the post office in a village outside Manchester for four years. One day, the computer system told him there was money missing from the branch – and he was accused of theft and fraud. “I started thinking, ‘Maybe I’ve done this and... more
When David Hahn was 16, he started working on something that caught the attention of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and the FBI.
Ken Silverstein’s book is The Radioactive Boy Scout.
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- People Are Upset…. But they are confused about the purpose of this show.
Decisive and truth forward journalism is why I love this show. People are entitled to their opinion. But providing a different perspective is why I love this podcast and you’re continuing to do that. Thank you. Also for the people that are mad about Criminals apparent wokeness, they have always given a voice to the voiceless. One of their first episodes to win an award was about the shooting of a black man by a white police officer back in 2015. I will continue to support you Criminal!
Apple Podcasts5chub igfthb
United States22 days ago Lovely podcast by a great story teller
Podcast Addict524 days agorickined- Please don’t listen to this pod.
This show has become a joke. Please don’t listen. A women who lived in her car with her kids, did drugs including meth, put her kids under the watch of multiple random men, tried to kill her baby, and then the court (AND THIS POD) make it seem like her baby dying was just some random event? That she’s the victim and not her three children?? Disgusting. Do a podcast on her two poor children and the trauma they have or the 3rd baby, oh you can’t, that poor baby will never be able to speak. Stop t... more
Apple Podcasts1Brenefan88United States25 days ago - Not here for political reasons…
Extremely long time listener here. Love this podcast but taking a political stance against isnt why I listen. It is sad to hear just as others have stated in their recent reviews. The audience doesn’t come here for that. Long time listener lost
Apple Podcasts1michelleabeleUnited Statesa month ago - Brilliant, empathetic, necessary
Thank you for your work.
Apple Podcasts5ibowkUnited Statesa month ago
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Spotify | #130 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #16 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #65 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #1 | United States/Society & Culture/Documentary |
Apple Podcasts | #5 | United States/Society & Culture |
Spotify | #114 |  Canada/Top Podcasts |
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What is Criminal about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Offering rich storytelling and diverse narratives, the show examines a range of criminal experiences from various perspectives, often spotlighting profound social issues and the human condition. Topics discussed include identity theft, human trafficking, police brutality, and unique personal accounts from individuals who have been intricately involved in or impacted by criminal events. The show is characterized by its focus on depth and the emotional resonance of storytelling, rather than merely sensationalism, making it stand out from typical true crime content. Its approach not only informs but also aims to provoke thought and discussion around larger societal implications.
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Criminal launched 12 years ago and published 424 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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1. Scott Darlington
2. Nick Wallace
3. Ken Silverstein
4. Audrey Ryan
5. Lee Strimple
6. Zakaria Amara
7. Michelle Shephard
8. Patience Russo
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