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Sleepy Crime Stories

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New York City
NYPD
Frank Malloy
Anthony Diaz
Victorian Crime
1970s
Harlem
Police Torture
Marcus Johnson
Bronx
Carlos Vega
Raymond Mercer
Thornfield Hall
Domestic Servants
Agatha Thornley
Eleanor Kane
Boston Strangler
June Delvecchio
Mulberry Street War
Crime Rates

Listen to crime stories with lots of details and soothing voice. Logical facts to make you relax and slowly drift to sleep.

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Latest Episodes

Shadows of the City: New York in the 1970s•Sep 21, 2025 12:25:08 PM

The Detective's Ledger: Death, Deception, and the Code of Silence

In this episode, Michael and Vanessa unravel the mysterious death of Detective Frank Malloy and the coded notebook... more

Untold Streets: America's Hidden Histories•September 21, 2025

The Vanished Witness: When Justice Disappeared in Harlem

In this episode, Marcus and Elena uncover the troubling case of Terrell Jackson, a young man convicted of a 1973 Harlem bodega ro... more

In this episode, Vinny and Diane unravel the intricate web of a sophisticated stolen goods operation that thrived during the sweltering summer of 1976 in Washington Heights. Through firsthand accounts from officers who worked the case, they trace how... more

In this episode, Daniel and Olivia unravel the chilling case of 'The Poet,' a mysterious killer who stalked Boston's Beacon Hill in 1967, leaving cryptic verses alongside his victims. From the disappearance of bookshop worker Eleanor Kane to the disc... more

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Recent Guests

Detective Anthony Rizzo
An undercover officer assigned to monitor activities in Little Italy during the summer of 1976
Episode: The Washington Heights Fence Ring: Shadow Economy of '76
Angela Moreno
A waitress at Cafe Milano during the summer of 1976
Episode: The Washington Heights Fence Ring: Shadow Economy of '76
Inspector Frederick Aberline
A detective known for pursuing Jack the Ripper, who became involved in the investigation of Mrs. Thornley's case.
Episode: The Whitechapel Poisoner: Mrs. Agatha Thornley's Reign of Terror
Dr. Victoria Wells
A historian specializing in Victorian crime.
Episode: The Whitechapel Poisoner: Mrs. Agatha Thornley's Reign of Terror
Emma Wilson
The only known survivor of Mrs. Thornley's poisoning attempts, whose testimony helped to convict Thornley.
Episode: The Whitechapel Poisoner: Mrs. Agatha Thornley's Reign of Terror
Mary Perkins
A victim of Mrs. Thornley's poison.
Episode: The Whitechapel Poisoner: Mrs. Agatha Thornley's Reign of Terror
Shanice Mercer
Daughter of Raymond Mercer, working with the Innocence Project to posthumously exonerate her father
Episode: The Buried Case File: Evidence Lost By Design
Carlos Vega
Wrongfully convicted man, spent years in prison for a crime he did not commit.
Episode: The Fire Next Door: Arson for Profit in the Burning Bronx

Hosts

Michael Donovan
Longtime host with focus on urban crime histories and investigative storytelling
Vanessa Rodriguez
Co-host with broad expertise across investigative reporting and historical crime narratives
Marcus Reynolds
Host of a crime history series with criminology-informed perspectives
Dr. Elena Suarez
Cultural historian and co-host with a focus on contextualizing crime within society
Dr. Diane Powell
Historian and host with expertise in historic criminal cases

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#157
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The Detective's Ledger: Death, Deception, and the Code of Silence
Q: Did your uncle ever talk about the kinds of practices in the department?
Michael mentions that there was a Code of Silence, and his uncle would complain about shortcuts taken by some officers.

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What is Sleepy Crime Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This audio series centers on intricate crime narratives told with a calm, soothing cadence designed to help listeners unwind while absorbing detailed, evidence-driven storytelling. Episodes frequently explore issues around law enforcement culture, wrongful convictions, judicial processes, and urban crime history, often weaving firsthand accounts, archival context, and investigative threads into cohesive case studies. A standout element is the blend of rigorous reporting with atmospheric narration, which makes complex topics approachable for curious minds who enjoy thoughtful analysis alongside suspenseful storytelling. The show often highlights systemic flaws and the human costs of justice, while maintaining a measured, non-sensational tone... more

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1. Detective Anthony Rizzo
2. Angela Moreno
3. Inspector Frederick Aberline
4. Dr. Victoria Wells
5. Emma Wilson
6. Mary Perkins
7. Shanice Mercer
8. Carlos Vega

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