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Korean True Crime

Mimi Mizicko
South Korea
Murder
Eom In-Sook
Shim Kiseop
Five Oceans Trading Company
Park Sun-Ja
Ha-Um
Violent Media
Hwasong Serial Killer
Social Media
Lee Chun-Jae
Korea
Miryang Alliance
Seoul
Life Insurance
Antisocial Personality Disorder
Anatomy and Crime
Kakao Story
Lee Younghak
Hayun

Korean True Crime covers all of the horrors that South Korea has to offer, including serial killers, murders, unsolved mysteries, and more!

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On July 9th, 2007, a 25-year-old currency exchange worker in Anyang was found murdered beneath her boss's desk. For five years, the case went cold while a group of men fled across borders to build a "murder enterprise" in the Philippines. They didn't... more

In 2006, Park Nam-hee vanished without a trace. For two years, her government disability benefits were quietly withdrawn each month. No one reported her missing. It wasn’t until 2011 that her dismembered remains were discovered inside a handcart aban... more

In November 2019, a couple traveled to Jeju Island to celebrate their 300 day anniversary. That evening, a late-night drive ended in a crash that would lead to Ms. Jo's death nine months later. What the police believed was a drunk driving accident tu... more

In 2022, the bodies of eight-year-old Yuna Jo and six-year-old Minu Jo were discovered inside suitcases purchased from an abandoned storage unit in South Auckland. The children had been dead for four years, yet no missing persons report had been file... more

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Host

Mimi Mizuko
Host of Korean True Crime

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • True crime done well.

    Mimi is always rational and ethical, and I really appreciate the fact that this podcast is not salacious. This absolutely deserves to be a bigger podcast than it is right now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    267299165191
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Thumbs up

    There are a lot of reasons why I listen to this podcast. The author is knowledgeable and easy to follow

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ggffruhv
    United States3 months ago
  • K-Crime Master Podcaster

    A wonderful host guides you through many of Korea’s most gripping and shocking criminal cases. It is definitely worth your time, especially if you’re into K-Crime!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    palgong919
    South Korea7 months ago
  • Memories of murder

    Sent me down a real rabbit hole and had to know everything, thanks for having a lot of shows with good info

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xxflightbenefitsxx
    United States7 months ago
  • So good

    I love crime and thriller movies and shows. And I’m really into true crime. I would recommend this to every person who likes crime or even just Korea in general. It’s so well narrated and new episodes are uploaded frequently. Love it ❤️❤️❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cute 💜 bts
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Engaging and well-researched; the host keeps it ethical and informative without sensationalism.
Knowledgeable and easy to follow; great for fans of true crime who want depth.
Narrative quality and cultural context are strong; highly recommended for crime enthusiasts.
Responds well to complex cases and avoids over-dramatization, though pacing can vary per episode.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#15
South Korea/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#82
Poland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#117
Philippines/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#190
United Arab Emirates/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#195
Singapore/True Crime

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What is Korean True Crime about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Korean True Crime consistently covers South Korea's most compelling and unsettling cases, ranging from serial killings and domestic violence to high-profile investigations and societal critiques. Episodes often center on courtroom battles, investigative breakthroughs, and the broader impact of crime on families and communities, with a notable emphasis on legal systems, media sensationalism, and psychological factors. The show stands out for careful, restrained narration, deep dives into evidence like audio recordings, and a willingness to critique institutions when failures are exposed. It can be especially engaging for listeners who want rigorous storytelling grounded in cultural context and real-world consequences rather than sensationali... more

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Korean True Crime launched 4 years ago and published 84 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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