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UK True Crime Podcast

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The weekly UK True Crime Podcast, hosted by Adam Lloyd, has been the home of UK True Crime since 2016.

Shortlisted in four categories for the 2025 True Crime Awards - including Best True Crime Podcast - and with over 80 million listens, it is where you discover a wide variety of lesser known UK cases and find new perspectives and insight on stories you may already know.

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Latest Episodes

A late-night Instagram date turned deadly when a honeytrap plan spiralled into violence. This is the story of Saul Murray’s shocking murder in Luton, he was just 33 when he died and a father of six children.

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For Karen Heywood, following her divorce, it was time for a fresh start with a move to Bognor Regis on the south coast of England. But weeks later, 35 year old Karen's body was discovered not far from Arundel in undergrowth. Just who had killed Karen... more

This is a special bonus episode with Grace from the excellent REDRUM podcast.

The iSpoof scam was a massive online fraud where criminals used fake caller IDs to pose as banks and steal money and over 200,000 victims were targeted across the UK. Poli... more

Spending time in prison can have a strange effect on people, all that time left with your own thoughts with often nobody to talk about issues with who knows you. In the episode this week from the Midlands, when a man in prison hears that his ex-fianc... more

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Recent Guests

Nathan Toms
A criminal barrister specializing in defense law.
Independent Bar in London
Episode: Bonus Episode - Interview With Criminal Barrister Nathan Toms
Tanita Matthews
True crime author and documentary maker
Episode: Bonus Episode: Interview with Tanita Matthews - True Crime Author & Documentary Maker
Chris Wood
Author, speaker, and radio personality
Episode: An Everyday Psychopath: Episode 403
Neil Lancaster
Ex-MET Detective and crime writer
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Episode: Bonus Episode: Interview With Top Crime Author Neil Lancaster

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Adam Lloyd
Host of the UK True Crime Podcast, known for his detailed storytelling and empathetic approach to true crime narratives.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 5.5k ratings
  • Informative, but narrator delivers with a rather upbeat tone!

    Having worked in crime scenes for 16 plus years, this podcast is clear and to the point. However, the narrators tone seems a little bit cheerful and upbeat, considering the horrendous crimes involved. It does irk as I have been involved in at least one of the murders. I don’t want the guy to sound morose, but he comes across flippant at best. Like another reviewer opined, the narrator didn’t break tone whilst moving straight to a cheery car sales advert, bizarre!!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    robbish_uk
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Requires improvement

    I’ve kept listening because of the well researched content. But please, save your time for researching how to pronounce place names over the terrible, terrible banter or your own personal political views.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Samwise989
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Very good

    I really like this podcast and Adam is funny, and pretty laidback. However, I have dropped a star due to the dreadful timing of the ads - one episode in particular was about the shocking IRA bombings in Birmingham and just as he got to describing how a father had to identify not one son’s body but two, suddenly I’m bombarded by a very loud intrusive ad about buying a car! It was almost disrespectful. Apart from that and the other awful ads (necessary evil I guess), all good.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Daisokie
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Refreshing, but…

    In some ways, this podcast is refreshing: an intelligent host presenting seriously and sensitively with none of the moronic “banter” so many podcasters go in for. However, you really should Google how to pronounce place names (I’m especially thinking of Clydach) before you record. Moreover, drop the dreadful questioning intonation at the end of every phrase — even every couple of words; this unfortunately? renders the podcast? unlistenable?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Radionoush
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • So interesting!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    jc70
    2 months ago

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There are concerns about the volume levels and advertising interruptions, which some find intrusive.
Overall, feedback highlights a faithful and loyal audience who finds the content consistently compelling and educational.
Many have expressed admiration for the respectful handling of victims' stories.
The podcast is noted for its variety, covering both lesser-known and well-documented cases in a balanced manner.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and the thorough research behind each case.

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Monthly Bonus Episode - 'True Crime Round-Up' July 2025
Q: Do you think 34 months is fair as a sentence for this?
My opinion is that this should be treated as attempted murder, and a longer sentence would be appropriate.
Monthly Bonus Episode - 'True Crime Round-Up' July 2025
Q: When are these young men going to stop murdering their girlfriends?
It reflects deeper societal issues regarding how these individuals are raised and what they believe about relationships.
Bonus Episode - Interview With Criminal Barrister Nathan Toms
Q: How would you feel about defending someone if you know they are 100% guilty of the crime?
Nathan explains that one can only know someone is guilty if they confess. Even if evidence seems strong, it's not always definitive, and he emphasizes the importance of the integrity of the legal process.
Bonus Episode - Interview With Criminal Barrister Nathan Toms
Q: Have you always wanted to go into this line of work from a young age?
Nathan mentions he didn't always know he would pursue law, and after various career considerations, he found his way into it during his mid-twenties.
The Gleision Mine Disaster: Episode 448
Q: What were the charges that were brought following the disaster?
Malcolm Fifield, the mine manager, was charged with four counts of manslaughter, and M&S Mining faced corporate manslaughter charges.

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The content explores a diverse range of UK-based true crime stories, often focusing on lesser-known cases while also offering fresh insights into more familiar narratives. The host engages deeply with the themes of emotional impact, societal implications, and the intricacies of the criminal justice system. Noteworthy is the respectful portrayal of victims and the empathetic approach to storytelling, often encouraging reflections on community and trust. The episodes feature a mix of individual cases, bonus episodes with interviews and discussions about broader issues surrounding crime, creating a balance of serious commentary and personal anecdotes that connects with listeners on a profound level.

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UK True Crime Podcast launched 9 years ago and published 501 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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