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Ridiculous Crime

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Victor Lustig
Ridiculous Crimes
Counterfeiting
Absurd Criminal Stories
Bling Ring
Agatha Christie
Anthony Pellicano
Jt Leroy
Al Capone
Capers and Heists
Hollywood Hills
Delorean Motor Company
John Delorean
Romanian Box
Cocaine
Prohibition
Eiffel Tower
Lindsay Lohan
Audrina Patridge
Paris Hilton

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.

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Lots of idealistic young folks come to believe the world is a rigged game run by immoral fat cats. Many get motivated to change the state of things. Some even fantasize about robbing those same fat cats to get even. Stephen Jackley didn't just fantas... more

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Recent Guests

Cary Fisher
Famous actress and writer known for her role as Princess Leia in Star Wars.
Episode: Keith Richards and John Lennon Take an Acid Road Trip
Rachel Williams
Vanity Fair photographer who became a victim of Anna Delvey's scams
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Episode: Put It on My Tab: Anna Delvey
Mark DeFriest
Known as the Houdini of Florida, a prison escape artist.
Episode: Don't Fence Me In: Mark DeFriest
Amy Gary
Author of In the Great Green Room, The Brilliant and Bold Life of Margaret Wise Brown.
Episode: Very Special Episodes: Hush! The Battle Over 'Goodnight Moon'
Zaron Burnett
Co-host of the Ridiculous Crime Podcast
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Episode: Ridiculous Crime takes on The Puzzler: Ridiculous Laws
Elizabeth Dutton
Co-host of the Ridiculous Crime Podcast
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Mike Smith
Cuban-American recording artist, record producer, and the main judge on BET's original programming series, One Shot
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Episode: The Dulcet Tones of Zyme Bedewing: Mike Smith
Pietro La Greca Jr.
Son of notorious money launderer, author of a book on his father
Author of 'Pesos: The Rise and Fall of a Border Family'
Episode: Pietro La Greca & The Mexican Money Laundry Part 1
Chris Morris Lent
Magic: The Gathering competitor and user of performance-enhancing drugs
Episode: Magic: the Gathering ...on Magic Mushrooms

Hosts

Elizabeth Dutton
Co-Host of Ridiculous Crime
Zaron Burnett
Co-Host of Ridiculous Crime

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.3k ratings
  • Entertaining but communist/socialist craziness propaganda 9 times out of 10. If you are a leftist, do not listen; you will simply become more hate-filled and violent. If American/human, fun mind-candy that you will be able to sort through.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Carver13
    18 days ago
  • Light and refreshing

    Minus 1 star for the many, MANY ads (in 4min+ segments). The hosts are fun but the woman tends to wang on in a bid to be quirky. Otherwise, a great concept.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    FatTête
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Sublime

    Y’all are so silly. Thanks for that good content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    camocarmelcamel
    United Statesa month ago
  • Light and refreshing

    Minus 1 star for the many, MANY ads (in 4min+ segments). The hosts are fun but the woman is always wanging on a bid to be quirky. Otherwise, a great concept.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    FatTête
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • AMAZING!!!

    Perfect mix of realism, comedy, and crime. I love classic RC episodes about bank robberies and jail breaks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John_Slaughter
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Many reviews highlight the uniqueness of the true crime stories being absurd and ridiculous, appealing to those who appreciate lighter narratives.
Some listeners express frustration with interruptions during storytelling, indicating a desire for smoother presentations without excessive banter, even though most enjoy the humor overall.
Listeners praise the entertaining mix of humor and crime, finding the storytelling engaging and the banter between the hosts delightful.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#100
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#145
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#127
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#92
Denmark/History
Apple Podcasts
#116
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#131
South Africa/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Doing Crime to Prove You're Innocent: the Han Van Meegeren Story
Q: What did you find particularly absurd about Van Meegeren's court case?
It was absurd that the judge agreed to allow him to commit a crime (forging a lost Vermeer) in order to prove he didn't commit another crime (selling a fake Vermeer to the Nazis).
Classic RC: Just Like in the Movies: The Story of Rédoine Faïd
Q: What happened after Rédoine Faïd's arrest in 2011?
He was recaptured soon after but returned to prison where he then planned his next escape.
More from the Casebook of Bob Nygaard, Psychic Detective
Q: How much money did Niall lose in total due to the scam by the psychics?
He lost a staggering $713,975 while trying to reconnect with Michelle through various means set up by the psychics.
Long Live the King of Keys: The Antwerp Diamond Heist
Q: What was the most notable mistake made by the crew after the heist?
Speedy panicked and discarded evidence while trying to rid themselves of incriminating items, leaving behind security footage and documents that tied them to the heist.
"Two Gun Hart": The Lawman With the Big Secret!
Q: What makes Two Gun Hart a unique figure in American history?
His life contrasts sharply with his infamous brother Al Capone, as he reinvented himself from a member of a notorious family to a respected lawman and Prohibition agent.

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The content focuses on true crime stories that are distinctive for their humor and absurdity, presenting a lighter take on criminal antics rather than the typical gory narratives found in the genre. Topics often revolve around capers, heists, and eccentric cons, showcasing unique characters and bizarre situations that illustrate the outrageousness of criminal behavior. This approach makes the podcast appealing to listeners looking for entertainment and laughter while still engaging with intriguing historical narratives and cultural contexts surrounding these true crime tales.

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Ridiculous Crime launched 4 years ago and published 389 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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Recent guests on Ridiculous Crime include:

1. Cary Fisher
2. Rachel Williams
3. Mark DeFriest
4. Amy Gary
5. Zaron Burnett
6. Elizabeth Dutton
7. Mike Smith
8. Pietro La Greca Jr.

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