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Strange But True Crime

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Dive into a world of bizarre true crimes with brazen criminals that will leave you scratching your head for answers.

Rima Ahmed explores audacious heists, secret drugs bunkers and stolen identities with reporters who have lived and breathed these true crime cases.

Wanna get in touch? Email us at behaveyourself@bbc.co.uk

Presenter: Rima Ahmed Producer: Luke de Costa Video Producer: Fede Marilotti R... more

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A vexed farmer wages war on a major supermarket, threatening innocent families with a deadly game of Russian roulette. He hides shrapnel in jars of baby food and places the jars back on supermarket shelves. Detectives race against time to intercept t... more

Young hackers infiltrate the social media accounts of the world’s biggest celebrities and spark internet-wide chaos. This is the story of the 2020 Twitter hack.

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Get in touch with the show at behaveyourself@bbc.co.uk

Presenter: Rima Ahmed. Produced by Luke de Costa. Researcher: Bethan Davies. Social Media: Fede Marilotti. Executive Pr... more

A criminal gang in Cardiff set up an elaborate scheme to import cannabis from the United States.

When their insider is arrested, the gang leader has to scramble to keep his illegal operation alive.

Get in touch at behaveyourself@bbc.co.uk

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Recent Guests

Joe Tidy
BBC cyber correspondent
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Episode: The Great Twitter Hack
Clodagh Stenson
Journalist in the team called BBC South Investigations
BBC
Episode: Poo Dunnit?
Jane Downs
Journalist with the Investigations Unit at BBC North East and Cumbria
BBC North East and Cumbria
Episode: Act of Tree-son
Jonny Humphries
Journalist for BBC North West covering interesting crime
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Episode: Danger, High Voltage
Thomas Mackintosh
BBC News journalist specializing in crime stories
BBC News
Episode: The Swiss Art Heist
Nicola Goodwin
Senior journalist in the BBC's investigations team based in the Midlands
BBC
Episode: The Treasure Traitors
Martin Jones
Reporter at BBC's Investigations team, covering crime stories
BBC
Episode: The Man with the Golden Hun
Carolyn Woods
The victim of the romance scam led by Mark Acklam
Episode: The Man with the Golden Hun

Host

Rima Ahmed
Presenter of Strange But True Crime

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 124 ratings
  • So Good!

    I listened to all episodes in a single day — such an engaging host, guests, and format. The storytelling keeps you hooked. A fascinating insight into the bizarre things humans can get up to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MidnightMelodyStar
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • I mean I like this well enough but I wish the presenter would stop with the hyperbole and exaggeration about how everything gets her in the feels. I had to turn the Dine and Dash episode off due to her "think of the kiddies" pearl clutching, its just not required, stop it.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Jeannie
    6 months ago
  • Very strange but true

    Easy to get into well balanced great flow too the tales

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    peyotekid
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Fantastic Podcast!

    Really captures your attention from start to finish, every episode is really interesting and full of odd twists! Absolutely one of my fave shows!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JemThom
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Moreeeee

    I've listened to all of them. I check every day to see if a new one has come out yet. Keep making more don't stop. :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ♥‿♥。◕‿◕。
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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Consistently interesting with quirky twists and solid production.
Engaging host and guests; story momentum keeps you listening.
Binge-worthy; a favorite for quick, compelling crime tales.
Easy to get into with a balanced flow and strong storytelling.
High-quality reporting and diverse cases; great host.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#92
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#135
Ireland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#212
New Zealand/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#223
Hong Kong/True Crime
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#231
Spain/True Crime

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The Cannabis Martyr
Q: What does downgrading cannabis mean?
Downgrading cannabis from Class B to Class C acknowledged it isn't as harmful as Class B drugs, effectively leading to de facto decriminalization for possession.
The Cannabis Martyr
Q: Who's Gary?
Gary is a 55-year-old scouse gentleman who believes that cannabis has the potential to change the world for the better and is a dedicated cannabis smoker.
Poo Dunnit?
Q: Are we ready for storytime?
Yes, let's do it. Our main character today is a young man named James Sheen, aka Jimmy.
Unmasking a Fugitive
Q: How do you remember this story?
Stephen recalls first seeing the story in the newspaper about an arrest in a Glasgow hospital, where the man claimed to be Arthur Knight but was actually a wanted fugitive, Nicholas Rossi.

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This show covers bizarre crimes and unusual investigations with a strong storytelling focus and sharp reporting. Episodes explore odd, high-stakes cases—from audacious heists to unconventional criminal schemes—highlighting how suspects, victims, and investigators navigate surprising twists. A consistently engaging host drives conversations with reporters and experts, delivering accessible, well-produced narratives that mix criminal intrigue with broader societal angles. The format tends to balance suspense with context, making it a good fit for listeners who enjoy curious, offbeat crime stories and thoughtful skepticism about complex cases.

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7. Martin Jones
8. Carolyn Woods

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