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John Todd
Bruce Ivins
FBI
Bioterrorism
Anthrax Attacks
Anthrax
Amerithrax
True Crime
9/11
USAMRIID
Illuminati
Psychic Scam
Financial Scams
Denise Fallasca
American Fraud
Adoption Fraud
Alan Rarig
Daniel Morcombe
Rex Heuermann
FBI Investigation

From The Binge, Crime Scene is a weekly show that plunges you into cases you can’t stop thinking about. Join Jonathan Hirsch, host of My Fugitive Dad and Dear Franklin Jones and producer behind shows like The Thing About Pam and Dr. Death, as he teams up with investigative reporter and podcaster Cooper Moll to crack open the cases that deserve a second look. Each episode weaves an intricate ... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Lambert
Podcaster and creator of Your Own Backyard
Your Own Backyard (podcast)
Episode: Where is Kristin Smart?
Dr. Joni Johnston
Forensic psychologist
Independent/Consulting
Episode: BONUS: Inside the Mind of Rex Heuermann — with Dr. Joni Johnston
Joni Johnston
Forensic psychologist
Independent/Forensic Psychology expert
Episode: Gilgo Beach Killer
Dr. Harini Bhat
Pharmacist and investigative historian introduced as the host of Hidden History
Hidden History
Episode: You may also like: Hidden History with Dr. Harini Bhat
Annie Elise
Contributor to Serialist Lee and 10 to Life
Serialist Lee ; 10 to Life
Episode: The Grief Author | Annie Elise Reaction to Kouri Richins Sentencing
Jessica Hoopsick
Sex worker who had a relationship with Brian Wells; implicated in newer information about the case
Independent, referenced in Netflix Evil Genius documentary
Episode: The Pizza Bomber
Lindell Marks
Journalist; from Killer Story series on The Binge
Killer Story / The Binge
Episode: The Sugar Land Murders
Linda Ives
Mother of Kevin Ives, longtime advocate seeking truth
Family of victims
Episode: The Boys on the Tracks
Dan Harmon
Local prosecutor ally to family, later prosecutor on case
Saline County legal system
Episode: The Boys on the Tracks

Hosts

Jonathan Hirsch
Host of Crime Scene; longtime investigative journalist with deep experience in true crime storytelling and field reporting.
Cooper Moll
Investigative reporter and co-host; develops investigative angles and steers narrative with research-driven questions.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Ping pong

    I can’t even listen to the whole episode because there is some kind of noise in the background that sounds like someone is playing ping pong and it’s very distracting especially because the host voices are so soft

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Stahpitt
    United Statesa month ago
  • Right?

    Cooper please stop sayin “ right”!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mavislu!
    United Statesa month ago
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Binge listened to all shows…want more!!! :.)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Podcast~ian
    United Statesa month ago
  • Kind Feedback

    I love the hosts and concept but I think what’s off is the alignment of what the narrators are showing they know. It flip flops between pretending they don’t know about the case at all but then next minute sharing different connections to the case before sharing it with the audience. Instead of bringing the listener along it makes the listener feel left out. Either have one host know all and one follow along questioning or have them take turns sharing. Right now I feel like I’m just one step beh... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    EmBee12!
    United Statesa month ago
  • From start to finish

    I’m actually liking this format where from the beginning to the latest update on the story is given to us. I’m going to subscribe and stick around.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    c-crash
    United States2 months ago

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Critiques frequently target audio levels and ad pacing, which can detract from immersion.
Listeners appreciate the professional, polished reporting and in-depth case analysis even when some critique the hosts' conversational banter.
Many praise the balance of narrative and factual depth, noting strong storytelling and credible sourcing.

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Apple Podcasts
#127
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#100
Canada/True Crime
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#127
United Kingdom/True Crime
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#119
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#78
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#78
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Where is Kristin Smart?
Q: What made this no-body case possible to prosecute, despite the absence of a corpse?
A combination of cadaver dog alerts, testimony from multiple women with similar patterns of behavior, and a carefully constructed circumstantial narrative that tied the defendant to the crime over time.
Gilgo Beach Killer
Q: Why did the killer's plea deal appear to benefit the investigation or the victims' families?
The plea deal provides a structured opportunity for the BAU to study the killer's psychology and planning, potentially yielding closure while avoiding a drawn-out trial that could glorify the killer.
BONUS: Inside the Mind of Rex Heuermann — with Dr. Joni Johnston
Q: But before we get started, I would love for you to tell us a little bit about you and the work that you do and also, you know, how that relates to this particular case.
Dr. Johnston describes her background as a forensic psychologist and researcher, highlighting more than three decades of studying violent offenders and serial killers, and explains how professional insights apply to understanding the dynamics of the Gilgo Beach case and Heuermann's behavior.
The Conspiracy Tapes | 3. Phenomenon
Q: What to do if the Illuminati finds you?
John indicated that defending oneself against the Illuminati with deadly force is acceptable.
The Conspiracy Tapes | 3. Phenomenon
Q: What about Charles Manson? Was he demon possessed?
John Todd suggested that there are demons associated with figures like Manson, linking them to witchcraft.

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Crime Scene combines long-form true crime storytelling with rigorous investigative reporting. Hosted by Jonathan Hirsch and Cooper Moll, the show digs into high-profile cases with a grounded, field-reporting approach, weaving in photos, videos, and context that push past surface narratives. Episodes balance meticulous research with conversational banter, aiming to unpack how media, public memory, and legal proceedings shape what we think happened. A standout element is its cross-pollination with other Sony/Binge properties, offering fans cross-promotional depth while maintaining a clear, case-focused arc that can appeal to both true crime aficionados and listeners seeking data-driven storytelling.

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1. The Binge Crimes: The Poet
2. The Binge Cases: U R NEXT
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5. Deep Cover

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Crime Scene launched 4 years ago and published 52 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 Crime Scene include:

1. Chris Lambert
2. Dr. Joni Johnston
3. Joni Johnston
4. Dr. Harini Bhat
5. Annie Elise
6. Jessica Hoopsick
7. Lindell Marks
8. Linda Ives

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