20 Crime Podcasts We’re Listening to This Summer

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There’s something about crime podcasts that makes them hard to pause—whether it’s a missing person, a wild con, or a twist you didn’t see coming. This summer, if you’re looking for something new to binge while walking, commuting, enjoying a beach day or just killing time, these picks are worth a listen. They’re strange, surprising, and sometimes even a little emotional.

June: Voice of a Silent Twin

June: Voice of a Silent Twin tells the strange, extraordinary and tragic lives of June and Jennifer Gibbons, twins who shared a secret world of silence and isolation. Growing up in the 1970s, they were lonely and misunderstood. After falling for the same boys in their teenage years and dealing with rejection, the sisters went on a short crime spree that landed them in Broadmoor, a high-security psychiatric hospital. What happened next is unexpected and tragic, making their story unforgettable and haunting.

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What Happened to Talina Zar

What Happened to Talina Zar explores the strange case of a woman who disappeared during the COVID-19 lockdown. The podcast follows a group of online investigators digging into her story, uncovering secret online communities and surprising betrayals. It combines emotional storytelling with careful investigation. If you’re into true crime podcasts that mix mystery with real human drama, this one offers a gripping and thoughtful listen.

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Deep Cover

Deep Cover exposes the hidden lives behind a shocking six-year deception involving Sarah Cavanaugh, a decorated Marine whose true story surprised everyone. Pulitzer Prize winner Jake Halpern and Jess McHugh bring exclusive interviews and new details that reveal how deep lies can go. If you love crime podcasts full of twists, real people, and secrets that keep unfolding, this one’s a must-listen.

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Uncover: Calls from a Killer

When journalist Arlene Bynon picked up the phone, she wasn’t expecting to hear from Clifford Olson, who is one of Canada’s most infamous serial killers. What followed were years of secret recordings and chilling conversations that revealed far more than just confessions. Uncover dives deep into a case riddled with failures, disturbing deals, and the lasting impact on victims families. Each episode pulls you further into a story where the next truth is more terrifying than the last.

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Rotten Mango Podcast

Rotten Mango is your go-to podcast for true crime and spine-chilling stories. We dive deep into the darkest cases, unpacking every disturbing detail without holding back. If you’re drawn to the eerie, the unsettling, and the downright terrifying, you’ll feel right at home here as it’s perfect for fans who want storytelling that’s raw, real, and impossible to pause.

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