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Dateline Originals

NBC News
True Crime
Missing Persons
Murder
Murder Investigation
Robert Roberson
Richard Rosario
Texas
Dateline NBC
Lori Vallow
Charleston
Murder-For-Hire
Cari Farver
Mark Twitchell
Johnny Altinger
Los Angeles
FBI
Nikki Roberson
Helen Golay
Insurance Fraud
Shaken Baby Syndrome

Dateline Originals – your podcast destination to discover and binge more than a dozen true crime mini-series told as only Dateline can. Includes award winning series like “The Thing About Pam,” “Mommy Doomsday,” “Motive for Murder” and so many more. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline Originals completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonu... more

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Recent Guests

Cindy Sommer
Todd Sommer's widow, key interviewee in the investigation
Episode: Trace of Suspicion - Ep. 1: A Death in the Family
Marissa Giammanco
Daughter of Keith Giamanco; survivor and storyteller in this episode
Private individual
Episode: The Raid | From Deep Cover: The Family Man
Liz Gawlier
Victim of the shooting incident and central character in the Cari Farver disappearance case.
Episode: Something About Cari - Ep. 4: A Shot in the Dark
Amy Flora
Mother of Dave Krupa's children and accused of the shooting of Liz Gawlier.
Episode: Something About Cari - Ep. 4: A Shot in the Dark
Gretchen Sween
Attorney working on Robert Roberson's case
Episode: The Last Appeal - Ep. 2: “I’m Astonished”
Robert Roberson
Inmate on death row claiming innocence
Episode: The Last Appeal - Ep. 2: “I’m Astonished”
Michael Skakel
Cousin of the Kennedys and once a suspect in the Moxley case
Episode: Introducing Dead Certain: The Martha Moxley Murder
Jessica Reed
Convicted killer and accomplice in the murder of Wayne and Charmin Stock
Episode: Murder in the Moonlight - Ep. 6: The Final Dominoes Fall
Nick Sampson
A key figure in the murder case, wrongfully imprisoned following allegations of murder.
Episode: Murder in the Moonlight - Ep. 5: When It All Falls Apart

Hosts

Josh Mankiewicz
Veteran Dateline host with broad crime narrative experience; seen as a trusted storyteller for investigations and high-profile cases.
Keith Morrison
Seasoned performer known for immersive narration and deep-dive storytelling across multiple Dateline properties.
Lester Holt
Anchor and investigative host with a long-form approach; contributes analytic framing and interview-led storytelling.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Major bummer

    I LOVE Dateline. I’ve always rated it a 5 star with a glowing review. This new Dateline Original “The Raid” is awful. The host is painful to listen to!! Change can be good but in this case, I have to pass no matter how good the story might be. The narrator can make or break a podcast. Jay just doesn’t do it for me. AT ALL!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MsLH76
    United States18 days ago
  • Letters from Sing Sing

    Absolutely one of the best podcast series that I have ever heard. Thank you for never giving up on J.J. J.J. is such an incredible human being.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wynterb4
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love These Stories

    Love each narrators voice. Well told and thrilling. Keith Morrison is on a whole different level for crime telling stories, he’s amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cheetah.2017
    New Zealand3 months ago
  • these are not originals

    they are old episodes broken into six parts!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    death stapler
    United States3 months ago
  • Letters from Sing Sing

    This was one of the best, most emotional and heartfelt podcasts that I have had the pleasure of listening to. I couldn’t stop listening to JJ’s story. I wish I never had to… I am so glad he is free.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KatieMo04
    United States4 months ago

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Some listeners criticize excessive ads or narrator voice for certain episodes.
Fans value multi-part arcs and the depth of evidence discussions, and sponsor-read relevance is high for true-crime placements.
Listeners praise the strong host delivery and production quality, especially the investigative narration.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#88
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#18
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#55
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#18
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#87
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#52
Australia/True Crime

Talking Points

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The Last Appeal - Ep. 3: A Date to Die
Q: What do you want people to know about what you're going through right now?
I'm going through pain because I like to believe our justice system will do the right thing, and I would like the public to know that I'm innocent.
Dateline Presents: The Last Appeal
Q: How are you preparing for your own death, your own execution?
Robert shares he is at peace but not ready due to his belief in his innocence.
Murder in the Moonlight - Ep. 6: The Final Dominoes Fall
Q: Why did you mention Nick's name during your confession?
Matt responded that it was because he had spoken to Nick on the phone prior, and Nick's name was fresh in his memory.
Murder in the Moonlight - Ep. 6: The Final Dominoes Fall
Q: What was it like to watch those people die?
Jessica described it as hell, haunted by the memory and unable to change the past.
The Man in the Black Mask - Ep. 4: The One Who Got Away
Q: What was your state of mind immediately after the incident?
Jill felt a mixture of relief and pain as he realized the gravity of his situation after escaping.

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Dateline Originals delivers serialized true crime narratives with strong host narration and investigative framing. Episodes emphasize procedural twists, courtroom strategy, and the emotional impact on families, often exploring contested evidence and controversial justice outcomes. The show stands out for its multi-episode arcs, high production value, and a roster of veteran Dateline hosts delivering consistently engaging storytelling that appeals to true crime aficionados and listeners who enjoy thorough investigations and follow-along suspense.

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4. Snapped: Women Who Murder
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Dateline Originals launched 2 years ago and published 172 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 Dateline Originals include:

1. Cindy Sommer
2. Marissa Giammanco
3. Liz Gawlier
4. Amy Flora
5. Gretchen Sween
6. Robert Roberson
7. Michael Skakel
8. Jessica Reed

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