
DEADBUG says is a Television Director, Writer and Journalist specialising in factual and true crime programming. His work spans broadcast and long-form storytelling, reconstructing real cases using primary source material, including trial transcripts, prosecution and defence reports, and witness testimony.
He is the creator and host of the Deadbug podcast, recognised for its direct, evidence-led a... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 41 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeDocumentarySociety & Culture | |||

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The best there was. The best there is. The best there ever will be.
Mind blowing research and coverage, hilarious and impressive delivery! Not to mention, damn your voice is sexy and perfectly dark to tell these wonderfully disturbing crimes. I can’t get enough! ❤️❤️❤️ And the YouTube videos are amazeballs in production, totally addictive!
Just wanna say how great your work is!been a fan forever!! Much love from Detroit no homo lol keep up the amazing work
No one can tell a tale as good as DeadBug, my favourite true crime podcast.
I’m also on your Patreon but I love it that you’re on apple podcasts as well!
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A hard-edged, evidence-led true crime program that blends meticulous storytelling with dark humor and sharp commentary. Episodes frequently reconstruct cases from primary sources—trial transcripts, police reports, and witness testimony—while exploring media narratives, public reaction, and the psychology of crimes. Notable strengths include a direct, no-nonsense delivery and a willingness to tackle both high-profile and lesser-known cases with rigorous sourcing and candid, sometimes provocative observations that set it apart from softer true crime fare.
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DEADBUG SAYS launched 4 years ago and published 41 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 DEADBUG SAYS include:
1. Soham Das
2. Jasmin Saint Claire
3. Jasmin St. Claire
4. Bethany Funk
5. Dylan Mortison
6. Dr. Sohom Das
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