
True Crime is more than blood, guts, mayhem, and murder. Zaron Burnett and Elizabeth Dutton share outlandish tales of capers, heists, and cons that shine a light on the absurd and outrageous side of criminality. Always 99% murder-free and 100% ridiculous, this is Ridiculous Crime, a podcast by iHeartRadio.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 438 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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It's truly a bright spot in my day. Most of the time, I end up laughing so hard I cry. I feel a strong sense of solidarity in knowing I am not the only one who judges criminals for not understanding the assignment, like how much paper money or gold bars actually weigh. And that proper heist prep involves weight training. 😂
Thank you for all you do, this show is great
How could anyone tolerate Zaron for an entire ep?!?? He never stops interjecting and he’s rarely funny. it’s a shame I can’t continue with this series because they do cover good stories
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Listeners are drawn to a blend of absurd, high-spirited storytelling and genuinely entertaining true-crime history. Episodes mix elaborate con artist sagas, heists, art fraud, and pop-culture crime lore with sharp banter, making complex schemes approachable and funny. The show stands out for its 99% murder-free focus, witty hosts, and playful synthesis of research, humor, and storytelling that appeals to fans of both crime history and lighthearted banter.
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Ridiculous Crime launched 4 years ago and published 438 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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