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Motive for Murder

NBC News
Dateline
Arelie Garcia
Denita Smith
Murder
Big Sur
Murder Case
Highway 1
Missing Persons
Nebraska
Durham, North Carolina
Murder Investigation
Truth
Law Enforcement
Dateline NBC
Murder In the Moonlight
State Farm
Josh Mankiewicz
Jealousy
Dateline Premium
California

Two murders, months apart, in Houston. The young victims knew each other, but did they also know their elusive killer? Dateline’s Josh Mankiewicz takes you inside one of the most twisted and confounding cases he’s ever covered. From the team who brought you the #1 podcast The Thing About Pam comes the chilling story of the race to find a killer by unmasking the motive. Listen to all episodes of Mo... more

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Host

Josh Mankiewicz
Host and narrator, renowned for his storytelling and investigative reporting style, particularly in true crime.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 7.7k ratings
  • Disturbing Musical Choice…

    I love Dateline podcasts, and this is great reporting— but what the heck is up with the whimsical, almost upbeat music in this one? A bit disturbing to hear quirky commercial-type music in the background while family members are discussing the death of their loved one….

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    TrueCrimeJunkieee
    United States2 months ago
  • Motive for murder

    Great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roxyharris88
    United Statesa year ago
  • Horrible person

    For a while there, I thought he may have killed her thinking it was his daughter. He is just a horrible person altogether.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gr80macgaming
    United Statesa year ago
  • Always the best story tellers

    No one tops dateline or their commentators. Simply the best !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vereecke
    Canada2 years ago
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    The only way to make it better for you and

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Thyhsu
    United States2 years ago

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There is a mix of strong admiration for the hosts and critique regarding music choices and episode pacing.
The quality of reporting is generally praised, especially the hosts' ability to convey complex stories effectively.
Listeners appreciate the captivating storytelling and often engage with the emotional depth of the narratives, reflecting on the intricacies of human behavior.
The podcast has garnered a loyal following for its investigative approach, yet some find certain pacing issues distracting.

Chart Rankings

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#60
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#171
China/True Crime
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#202
Mexico/True Crime
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#217
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#233
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#235
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This podcast offers gripping narratives centered around complex murder cases, exploring the psychological intricacies and motivations behind the crimes. Each episode often features a deep dive into the lives of victims and suspects, exposing the darker corners of human relationships and motivations. Fostered by compelling storytelling, insights from law enforcement, and emotional perspectives from friends and family, it presents a vivid portrayal of how motives intersect with crime, making for a captivating listening experience for true crime enthusiasts. The format is engaging, often containing twists that keep listeners on the edge of their seats as they journey through the investigations.

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1. The Seduction
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How many episodes of Motive for Murder are there?

Motive for Murder launched 5 years ago and published 13 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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