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Obscura: A True Crime Podcast

Justin Drown
True Crime
Mental Health
Trey Eric Sesler
Tallahassee Yoga Studio Shooting
Scott Beerley
Derek Rosa
David Litts
Zodiac Killer
Gun Violence
Murder
Mass Shootings
Violence
Nancy Van Vesem
Tallahassee
Maura Brinkley
Incel Culture
Florida State University
Victims
Obscura: Black Label
Narrative Storytelling

The darkest true crime cases are the ones you've never heard of. Obscura investigates murders written off as accidents, disappearances dismissed as runaways, and obscure cases buried in forgotten files. Host Justin Drown delivers unflinching investigations through real archival audio, court records, and graphic forensic detail. No comedy. No sanitized narratives. Only the complete truth. New episo... more

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Latest Episodes

Two women strangled in two days by the same man in Jacksonville, Florida -- one killed at a motel on Christmas night, the other a beloved teacher murdered in her own home the next morning. This episode features real interrogation footage and court au... more

Abraham Shakespeare won thirty million dollars in the Florida Lottery. Three years later, he was dead -- shot twice, buried under concrete in Lakeland, Florida. This episode features real court recordings and interrogation audio.

Abraham Shakespeare... more

For nearly a decade, a predator stalked the quiet marshlands and sugarcane fields of southeastern Louisiana, leaving a trail of bodies in his wake. In this episode, we dive into the chilling case of Ronald Dominique, a man who confessed to the rape a... more

For nearly a decade, a predator stalked the quiet marshlands and sugarcane fields of southeastern Louisiana, leaving a trail of bodies in his wake. In this episode, we dive into the chilling case of Ronald Dominique, a man who confessed to the rape a... more

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Dee Dee Moore
Central figure in the case, convicted of first-degree murder
Former lottery winner, entrepreneur, and defendant
Episode: MURDERED: Abraham Shakespeare | Lakeland, Florida 2009
Ronald Dominique
Suspect and convicted killer in the Bayou Strangler case
Law enforcement and criminal proceedings in Louisiana
Episode: SERIAL KILLER: The Bayou Strangler (Part 2 of 2) | Houma, LA 1997-2006
Mark Lunsford
Jessica's father, advocating for stronger protections for children.
Episode: MURDERED: Jessica Lunsford (Part 2 of 2) | Homosassa, FL 2005
Justin Drown
Host of Obscura, a true crime podcast
Obscura
Episode: BLACK LABEL: Halloween Horrors
Josh Waters
Host of Rotten to the Core, known for dynamic storytelling
Rotten to the Core
Episode: BLACK LABEL: Halloween Horrors
Mike and Mike
Hosts of Criminology, focus on crime and its psychology
Criminology Podcast
Episode: BLACK LABEL: Halloween Horrors
Jerry and Tracy
Husband and wife duo from Hillbilly Horror Stories Podcast
Hillbilly Horror Stories Podcast
Episode: BLACK LABEL: Halloween Horrors
Joe Winko
Subject of the episode, a creator known for horror-themed videos and horror films
Episode: MURDERED: Joe Winko (Part 1 of 2) | Unknown Location, XX Unknown Year
Guitano Pierre Bryant
Claimed to know details about Martha Moxley’s murder and alleged the involvement of others in the crime.
Episode: MURDERED: Martha Moxley | Greenwich, CT 1975

Host

Justin Drown
Host known for delivering unflinching investigations into true crime stories using archival audio and detailed forensic accounts.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.7k ratings
  • Worth the listen!

    My newest obsession! I eventually bought black label as well because I love the host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Uberjordan1229
    United Statesa month ago
  • Vamp

    I love this podcast! Amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trinity!1105
    United States2 months ago
  • Ah, the south.

    Hayseed trash. That includes the cops. Can’t even put a decent sentence together. Holy moly.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    He ain’t me
    United States2 months ago
  • The stories that haven’t been covered by the usual TC podcasters.

    I discovered this show quite accidentally while searching for podcasts about Israel Keyes.

    I am so glad I did. They go beyond the major news networks and cover crimes and the stories behind them that don’t make headlines. These victims deserve their voices to be heard and their families sent prayers and our healing intentions.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Michele3g
    United States2 months ago
  • Top-Tier Podcast

    This is the best true crime podcast out there right now, and it’s really not even close.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podnik12
    United States2 months ago

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Some listeners express dissatisfaction with recent content changes, particularly feeling the podcast has become reliant on 911 calls.
Listeners appreciate the podcast's deep dives into lesser-known true crime cases that often go unreported by mainstream media.
Many enjoy the use of real audio clips and court records, enhancing the storytelling experience.

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#186
Japan/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#227
Taiwan/True Crime

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SERIAL KILLER: The Butcher Baker (Part 2 of 3) | Anchorage, AK 1970s
Q: What happened during Cindy Paulson's abduction?
Cindy was abducted by Robert Hansen, who restrained her with handcuffs and threatened her with a gun. During her captivity, she fought back and managed to escape, later providing police with a detailed account of her experience.
MURDERED: The Pensacola Massacre (Part 3 of 3) | Pensacola, FL Unknown Year
Q: Did he say why?
He said she left him at the will. That really made him mad, he said.
MURDERED: The Pensacola Massacre (Part 3 of 3) | Pensacola, FL Unknown Year
Q: Was there any indication that those bodies were placed in any way in a ritualistic manner?
Absolutely none.
MURDERED: The Pensacola Massacre (Part 3 of 3) | Pensacola, FL Unknown Year
Q: Is there anything such as sacrificing either of animals or people in the wicca religion?
No, there is not. One of the things that characterizes the modern religious world is that we have abandoned completely human sacrifice.
MURDERED: The Pensacola Massacre (Part 3 of 3) | Pensacola, FL Unknown Year
Q: Can you explain to the jury what the Wiccan religion is?
The Wiccan religion is a modern religious movement that takes its inspiration from the pre-Christian religions of the ancient world.

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Focused on the darkest corners of true crime, this series investigates lesser-known murder cases and overlooked disappearances, presenting chilling narratives that often reveal the harsh realities behind societal perceptions of crime. With a commitment to authenticity, the host utilizes real archival audio, court records, and detailed forensic evidence to provide an unfiltered look into each case. Listeners are drawn into complex stories that challenge misconceptions and explore the profound implications of crime on communities.

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Recent guests on Obscura: A True Crime Podcast include:

1. Dee Dee Moore
2. Ronald Dominique
3. Mark Lunsford
4. Justin Drown
5. Josh Waters
6. Mike and Mike
7. Jerry and Tracy
8. Joe Winko

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