20 Best Crime Fiction Podcasts

1. Crime Time FM

Regular crime, thriller & mystery interviews, features, and reviews hosted by Paul Burke and the editor of crime time, Barry Forshaw.
Podcast buzzsprout.com
Producer/Network CrimeTimeFM
Email ****@crimetime.co.uk
Apple Rating 5 / 5Twitter Followers 6.4K Frequency 1 episode/day Avg Length 44 min Since Feb 2021 Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact Get Influential Podcasters ContactsGet access to 100k active Podcasters, Influencers in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted media contact list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the categories of Podcasters you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com Copy email. We'll share active Podcasters list with verified email contacts in an Excel or CSV format.Email us

2. Writer's Detective Bureau

The Writer's Detective Bureau is a podcast hosted by veteran Police Detective Adam Richardson. Adam answers questions about criminal investigation and police work posed by crime-fiction authors and screenwriters writing crime-related stories.
Podcast writersdetective.com
Host Adam Richardson
Producer/Network Det. Adam Richardson
Email ****@writersdetective.com
Apple Rating 4.7 / 5Facebook Followers 1.9KTwitter Followers 2.6K Frequency 1 episode/month Avg Length 19 min Since Jul 2018 Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

3. Point Blank

Point Blank is a podcast about hardboiled, noir, and detective fiction. Mixing serious analysis and humor, the co-hosts (Justin and Kurt) discuss classic or contemporary works of crime fiction in each episode. In addition to major works, they offer shorter reviews, and examine noir-ish topics such as alcoholism in detective fiction, the femme fatale, and race and labor in crime fiction. Stroll with Kurt and Justin down the rain drenched alleys and mean streets as they explore the fascinating world of crime fiction.
Podcast pointblankpodcast.libsyn.com
Producer/Network Justin & Kurt
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.5 / 5Facebook Followers 791Twitter Followers 472 Frequency 1 episode/quarter Avg Length 41 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

4. Wrong Place, Write Crime

Wrong Place, Write Crime is a podcast about crime fiction authors, mysteries, art and life featuring Frank Zafiro as host. Feature episodes occur monthly and include in-depth guest interviews with authors of crime fiction, as well as quick-hit book reviews from the experts (mystery bookstore employees, reviewers, authors), and a flash interview with a future guest.
Podcast frankzafiro.com
Producer/Network Frank Zafiro
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Twitter Followers 1.4KInstagram Followers 701 Frequency 12 episodes/year Avg Length 42 min Since May 2017 Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

5. True Crime Fiction

Your host is Mairi Campbell-Jack, long-listed for the Crime Writing Associations' debut dagger and a finalist in the Amazon Publishing New Voices Awards. Mairi guides you through the best of true crime and crime fiction podcasting and books. Regular reviews and guest interviews appear on the podcast and website, as well as a shop where you can buy reviewed books while supporting independent retailers and the pod.
Podcast true-crime-fiction.com
Producer/Network Mairi
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.4 / 5Twitter Followers 146Instagram Followers 277 Frequency 30 episodes/year Avg Length 39 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

6. Noir at the Bar Radio

This show covers the Crime Fiction genre. We talk to everyone from beginners to New York Times Best Selling Authors like Dean Koontz. Hear about their techniques and styles here.
Podcast shows.acast.com
Producer/Network Alan Warren
Email ****@hotmail.com
Facebook Followers 12.6KTwitter Followers 9.4KInstagram Followers 104.1K Frequency 3 episodes/month Avg Length 30 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

7. The Crime Cafe

The Crime Cafe is your source for great mystery, suspense, noir, and thriller reading. New York Times bestselling author Debbi Mack interviews top crime writers every other week. The podcast covers Interviews and entertainment for crime fiction, suspense and thriller fans.
Podcast debbimack.com
Producer/Network Debbi Mack
Email ****@gmail.com
Facebook Followers 318Twitter Followers 6.3K Frequency 1 episode/month Avg Length 29 min Since Jun 2015 Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

8. The Cozy Corner with Alexia Gordon

Award-winning author Alexia Gordon interviews authors who write on the less-gritty end of the crime fiction spectrum. From traditional to cozy to the edge of cozy, it's a mystery without explicit violence, sex, or gore. It's a mystery full of intricate plots, engaging characters, and brilliant writing. Thanks for listening.
Podcast alexiagordon.net
Producer/Network Alexia Gordon
Email ****@authorsontheair.com
Facebook Followers 531Twitter Followers 270Instagram Followers 921 Frequency 7 episodes/year Avg Length 23 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

9. Writer Types

Welcome to Writer Types, the thriller, mystery and crime fiction podcast hosted by Eric Beetner. Two monthly episodes include author interviews, publishing insights from industry professionals, book reviews, convention reports, and more. Join today's top crime fiction and mystery authors for a few laughs and some great reads.
Podcast cms.megaphone.fm
Producer/Network S.W. Lauden
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.8 / 5Facebook Followers 730Twitter Followers 1.4K Since Jan 2017 Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

10. The Crime Is Up Podcast

The Crime Is Up Podcast showcases the best in hard-boiled, criminal tales. Each episode brings you brand new crime fiction stories as read by a talented cast of actors. And it's a hybrid podcast! The second part features your hosts, good buddies Chris and Will, ruminating about film noir classics, underappreciated crime films, or pulp novels they love. And all the while they do it with wit and humor and charm and terrible jokes and all the characteristics you could possibly hope for in two podcast hosts.
Podcast crimeisuppodcast.com
Email ****@crimeisuppodcast.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5 Frequency 1 episode/year Avg Length 116 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

11. Criminal Mischief

Crime fiction and criminal investigations are equal parts art and science. Creating compelling crime stories that ring true requires attention to character, plot, POV, voice, and so much more as well as an understanding of forensic science and criminal investigative techniques. Join me and let's explore all things crime, fictional and real.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Producer/Network DP Lyle
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.9 / 5Facebook Followers 1K Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

12. Murder in the Air Mystery Theatre Podcast

Host and crime fiction writer Laurie Fagen interviews authors who also read their mystery, suspense or thriller short stories, or a chapter from their published books. In addition, sprinkled throughout the series, the podcast will feature radio-theatre-style sections from the audiobooks for Fagen's three crime fiction novels. These incorporate professional actors, original music and sound effects.
Podcast murderintheairmysterytheatre.buzzsprout.com
Producer/Network Laurie Fagen
Email ****@readlauriefagen.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 305Instagram Followers 180 Frequency 13 episodes/year Avg Length 30 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

13. Chattahoochee

The story is a crime fiction novella centered around Craig Dvorak, a Marine vet turned homicide investigator, who is struggling with his caseload, and the mental pressure he's putting on himself. His partner, Tyra Washington, covers for him the best she can, but her chief concern is his eternal salvation. Together, they have to solve multiple killings of young girls whose bodies have been discovered near the Chattahoochee River. In-depth character development and its Atlanta settings combine to make this story a very interesting podcast!
Podcast chattahoochee.buzzsprout.com
Producer/Network Randy Cooper
Email ****@buzzmybiz.co
Apple Rating 5 / 5 Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

14. Case Files

The Case Files short crime fiction story podcast is perfect for busy lives. Each murder mystery story is less than an hour in length, so whether you're listening during your lunch break, visiting the gym, or walking the dog, these twisted tales will keep you company. If you love audio drama or true crime podcasts, then the Case Files short crime fiction stories are just for you.
Podcast shows.acast.com
Producer/Network Rachel Amphlett
Email ****@rachelamphlett.com
Apple Rating 4.3 / 5Facebook Followers 6.3KInstagram Followers 1.6K Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

15. Two Crime Writers And A Microphone

Two crime writers, Steve Cavanagh and Luca Veste discuss publishing news, hear reviews from bloggers, and speak to the biggest names in the book world.
Podcast twocrimewritersandamicrophone.libsyn.com
Producer/Network Steve Cavanagh & Luca Veste
Email ****@gmail.com
Facebook Followers 589Twitter Followers 3.2K Since Nov 2016 Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

16. The Crime Fiction Casebook Podcast

The Crime Fiction Casebook Podcast is a podcast all about you guessed it crime fiction. In each episode, we take a close look at a classic crime story. Join us for nerdy chats about confounding clues, debonair detectives, and daring murderers!
Podcast shows.acast.com
Host Bridget Coulter
Producer/Network Bridget Coulter
Email ****@gmail.com
Frequency 3 episodes/year Avg Length 63 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

17. The Plot Thickens

The Plot Thickens is the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of crime writing. Bestselling author Elly Griffiths invites expert guests to lift the curtain on everything you want to know about the world of crime fiction. If you love a good murder mystery, then this is the podcast for you.
Podcast shows.acast.com
Producer/Network Elly Griffiths
Email ****@hodder.co.uk
Frequency 3 episodes/year Avg Length 45 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact

18. The Crime Board Podcast

Welcome to the Crime Board Podcast, where we discuss all things crime fiction, have a chat with the authors behind some truly exciting novels, and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content!For authors, by authors!
Podcast zencastr.com
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19. Do Some Damage

Do Some Damage is a group of crime writers, each with a different voice and something to say. The Podcast brought to you by the crime fiction folks at DoSomeDamage, this podcast features seven-minute segments, the music picks from Chris F. Holm, television picks from Holly West, and the film picks from Jedidiah Ayres. Special guests could pop up. Hosted by Steve Weddle.
Podcast dosomedamage.com
Producer/Network DoSomeDamage
Email ****@gmail.com
Facebook Followers 478Twitter Followers 2.1K Since Jun 2018 Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

20. Agatha Christie - The Big Four (1927)

Agatha Christie was a British mystery novelist, playwright, and short story writer. She was born in Torquay, England in 1890 and died in 1976. She is considered one of the greatest writers in the history of crime fiction and is often referred to as the 'Queen of Crime.'
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Producer/Network Agatha Chris
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