Rephonic
Artwork for Truer Crime

Truer Crime

Celisia Stanton
Toforest Johnson
Manson Family Murders
Alan Berg
Lucky
Anthony Broadwater
Alice Sebold
Charles Manson
Talk Radio
True Crime
Deputy Bill Hardy
Lauren Mccluskey
Witness Misidentification
Eyewitness Testimony
Denver
Sharon Tate
Los Angeles
Sonya Ivanoff
The Order
Truer Crime
Crime Victims

Do you ever listen to a true crime podcast and think, “that’s not quite right…?” Same. Crime stories are hard to ignore and even harder to forget. But the thing is... they’re stories. And getting a story right is all about how you tell it. Truer Crime talks about real people— murdered, missing, misled — with more nuance, more context, and more questions. Hosted by Celisia Stanton. Season 3 out now... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes53Founded4 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
True Crime

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Truer Crime

Latest Episodes

At just 18 and 21, Erik and Lyle Menendez stood trial for killing their parents. To many, it seemed unfathomable: how could two privileged kids from Beverly Hills do something like this? When they finally spoke, the picture that emerged was darker an... more

In the summer of 1989, wealthy media executive José Menendez and his wife, Kitty, were found dead inside their Beverly Hills home. The brutality of the crime was shocking enough, until the truth came out. Their killers weren’t intruders. They were th... more

Season 6 of Nobody Should Believe Me covers the extraordinary and tragic saga of the McDaniel family, a real-life Southern Gothic tale of Munchausen by Proxy that spans decades and has left untold damage in its wake.

For the past twelve years, Lisa ... more

In 1989, Beverly Hills police found Hollywood executive José Menendez and his wife Kitty brutally murdered in their home. Their sons, Erik and Lyle, were charged with pulling the trigger. What followed was one of the most sensational trials of the 19... more

Key Facts

Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Crook County
Crook CountyTenderfoot TV and iHeartPodcasts
Culpable
CulpableTenderfoot TV & Audacy

Recent Guests

Keith LaMar
A man convicted and sentenced to death who has spent over 30 years on death row, maintaining his innocence.
Episode: Facing Death: A Conversation with Keith LaMar
Brian Entin
Journalist with News Nation who was on the ground covering the story
News Nation
Episode: A Line Crossed: The Political Assassination in Minnesota
Anthony DiMaria
Nephew of Jay Sebring and director of the documentary, Jay Sebring, Cutting to the Truth
Episode: “They Didn’t Write That Sh*t When He Was Alive” — Anthony DiMaria is Setting the Record Straight About the Manson Murders
Ethan Brown
New Orleans' private investigator and author
Episode: Jeff Davis 8
Beth Shelburne
Investigative journalist focused on justice in Alabama
Episode: Five Thousand Dollars for a Death Sentence: Inside the Toforest Johnson Investigation w/ Beth Shelburne
Moth to Flame
Substack newsletter by Beth Shelburne focusing on justice issues in Alabama.
Independent
Episode: Five Thousand Dollars for a Death Sentence: Inside the Toforest Johnson Investigation w/ Beth Shelburne
Lauren McCloskey
A college student involved in a distressing situation.
Episode: Sneak Peek at Season 2
Chris Stedman
Incredible storyteller and creator of the podcast Unread
Good Judy Productions
Episode: Truer Crime is Back—and We’re Throwing a Party!

Host

Celisia Stanton
Host of the podcast, focusing on ethical storytelling in true crime and social justice issues.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.9k ratings
  • Celisia's storytelling is compelling and thoughtful. She is always respectful to the victims and I appreciate the action items at the end of the episodes.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    podhead
    25 days ago
  • More informative than others

    She tells it more clearly than most podcasts. She doesn't sensationalize the stories and calls out racism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cindysnap
    United Statesa month ago
  • Care for the victims

    I appreciate Celisia’s depth of research and care for the victims involved In the cases she covers. I also love the call to action at the end of each narrative. I volunteer to help do background research!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    salodo
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast

    I love listening to her podcasts when I drive. She’s so engaging and thorough with her storytelling and speaks so clearly. Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missjadeee
    Australiaa month ago
  • One of My Faves

    I listen to several true crime podcasts and a few other types as well. I always appreciate the take on Truer Crime, however. Celisia has a way of focusing on information or viewpoints that are often overlooked in other tellings. More than once I have thought about skipping an episode on a crime that I was familiar with because I thought I knew the details well enough already and was always glad I didn’t because she invariably brought in something new. I also really like her voice and the phrasin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ProfHa
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience values deep dives into underreported cases and ethical considerations of crime narratives.
Compliments to Celisia Stanton's engaging voice and thorough research.
Listeners appreciate the clarity and ethics of storytelling.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#104
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#95
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#132
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#167
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#228
France/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#74
South Korea/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Facing Death: A Conversation with Keith LaMar
Q: What do you most want people to remember about Keith LaMar?
At the end of the day, I just want to be remembered for trying to love somebody.
Facing Death: A Conversation with Keith LaMar
Q: When you were listening to it, were there parts where you felt like there's more I want to add here that I don't feel like is fully communicated?
It's complicated stuff to talk about, even for me, someone who has been living with these details for almost three decades now.
“They Didn’t Write That Sh*t When He Was Alive” — Anthony DiMaria is Setting the Record Straight About the Manson Murders
Q: What is justice for you in this case? Is that possible?
There is no justice for murder, but at the very least, those responsible for his death should spend their lives behind bars.
“They Didn’t Write That Sh*t When He Was Alive” — Anthony DiMaria is Setting the Record Straight About the Manson Murders
Q: What led you to reach out?
I wanted to share the truth about my uncle, as true crime podcasts often treat victims peripherally and sensationalize their stories.
Mother, Martyr, Manipulator: Introducing 'Nobody Should Believe Me'
Q: Can you help us understand the complexities around transracial adoption and its implications?
Chad discusses that international adoption can disconnect children from their homeland, and reflects on the broader implications of missionary work and adoption practices.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Truer Crime

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

This podcast offers a fresh perspective on true crime narratives, emphasizing the need for nuance, context, and a deeper understanding of the real-life stories behind high-profile cases. It often centers around underreported events and issues, shedding light on systemic injustices within the criminal justice system. Notable topics include critical examinations of the lives of the victims and their families, the impact of media narratives on public perception, and the importance of ethical storytelling.

Where can I find podcast stats for Truer Crime?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Truer Crime. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Truer Crime and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Truer Crime get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Truer Crime, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Truer Crime?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Truer Crime, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Truer Crime have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Truer Crime has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Truer Crime?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Truer Crime:

1. Up and Vanished Weekly
2. Crook County
3. Culpable
4. The Binge Cases: Where is Daniel Morcombe?
5. The Binge Crimes: The Vanishing of Janis Rose

How many episodes of Truer Crime are there?

Truer Crime launched 4 years ago and published 53 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Truer Crime?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Truer Crime?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Truer Crime from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Truer Crime?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Truer Crime. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Truer Crime?

Recent guests on Truer Crime include:

1. Keith LaMar
2. Brian Entin
3. Anthony DiMaria
4. Ethan Brown
5. Beth Shelburne
6. Moth to Flame
7. Lauren McCloskey
8. Chris Stedman

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days