Ridiculous Crime
iHeartPodcastsTrue 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 | 459 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryTrue Crime | |||
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Hot diggity dog, we love a good heist. And an art heist? Get outta here! And in the Louvre Museum? In Paris? Pinch us because we've got to be dreaming. In 2025, an audacious crew broke into the Louvre in broad daylight and stole glittering, historica... more
Julie D'Aubigny was truly a rare one. She could sword fight with the best of them. She could sing opera like a song bird. She wore men's clothing, she wore women's clothing, she wore whatever she wanted. And as a great lover, she'd also steal your gi... more
It's the American Dream to reach these golden shores, work hard, make your fortune, and see your name go down in history. Charles Ponzi did all that, just not in the way the law intended. He perfected the pyramid scheme to such a degree, they just na... more
She made a name for herself in the world of True Crime TV. But it was not a good name. Mary Carole McDonnell was known to run a fly-by-night TV production company that paid poorly and paid late. But that was only a part of the story. She was also a f... more
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- One of my favorites!
Elizabeth and the “gentleman host” are excellent storytellers. This has been one of my favorite podcasts since its inception. I have recommended it to many friends and foes and I will continue to do so. Thanks E and Z!
Apple Podcasts5jennag29
United Statesa month ago - Stop with the voices!!!!
Great show, great format. If the hosts could stop speaking over each other, and stop doing ‘racist trope’ voices for characters it would be better.
Apple Podcasts1Du4357United States2 months ago - Endless smiles and laughter + I can picture it!
I enjoy history and crime, this podcast gives me both, while brightening my day. It always makes me smile, giggle, and feel lighter. The banter, humor, and conversation between Zaron and Elizabeth is so real and natural!!
It’s one of my mind & mood cleanser go-to podcasts!!
Apple Podcasts5cjaz21United States2 months ago - I made it out of the room
Again love you two love the pod keep up the good laughs and fun
Apple Podcasts5Wheresdale757United States2 months ago - Merci
Tu sont fou et amusant!! J’adore écoute!!
Apple Podcasts5Alexandria le chatUnited States3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #75 | United States/History |
Apple Podcasts | #87 |  Canada/History |
Apple Podcasts | #250 |  United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #91 |  Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #81 |  Argentina/History |
Apple Podcasts | #100 |  India/History |
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What is Ridiculous Crime about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Ridiculous Crime brings humor and curiosity to true-crime history, focusing on capers, heists, and cons with a playful, lighthearted lens. The hosts mix meticulous storytelling with witty banter, highlighting outrageous schemes, colorful characters, and the absurd side of criminality while keeping the tone 99% murder-free. Listeners can expect entertaining deep-dives into a wide range of historical and contemporary crimes, smart commentary, and memorable chemistry between the co-hosts that makes complex schemes feel accessible and fun. The show's unique angle—combining historical context, pop culture nods, and irreverent humor—helps it stand out in a crowded true-crime space and makes it appealing to listeners who want engaging storytelling... more
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Ridiculous Crime launched 4 years ago and published 459 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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1. Todd Snider
2. Zeke Burnett
3. Dirk Becker
4. Jeff Hall
5. Courtney Bastien
6. Julia Herman
7. Elvis Rose
8. Cary Fisher
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