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Murder, Mystery, and Mayhem: True Crime Gems

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I am a HUGE True Crime Junkie!! I've created this list for others that love True Crime as well! These are a variety of my favorite True Crime podcasts, books and more!!
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Podcasts

Hey there! If you're into true crime, you've gotta check out my top picks for true crime podcasts. These shows are seriously addictive. They'll take you on a wild ride through unsolved cases, mysterious disappearances, and thrilling investigations. E...

 
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Love listening to Park Predators and the unknown about true crime in our national parks.
Park Predators
 
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Love this podcast and how detail the hosts are!
Crime Junkie Podcast
 
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These Podcast is my FAVORITE True Crime Podcast and I binge it all the time!!
Sword and Scale
 
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Love this podcast about Cold Cases and how they go through the decks and tell the stories in hopes to bring more light to cold cases.
The Deck | Cold Case Podcast
 
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This is another favorite podcast. I love that it is a series and you go through the whole investigation with Delia through the podcast.
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Books

Step into the captivating realm of true crime with my handpicked collection of must-reads. These books will take you on a rollercoaster ride through the fascinating world of real-life mysteries and investigations. From infamous cases to unsolved puzz...

 
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This book is a must read! John Douglas helped pioneer criminal profiling and the BAU program at the FBI.
Mindhunter: Inside the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit
 
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Take a closer look at the heartbreaking tragedy of the Columbine High School massacre. This book dives deep into the lives of the shooters, the stories of those they affected, and the lasting impact of one of the most devastating school shootings in ...
Columbine By: Dave Cullen
 
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Experience the gripping tale of wrongful conviction and justice gone awry as Grisham unravels the shocking story of Ron Williamson, who spent over a decade on death row for a crime he didn't commit.
The Innocent Man: Murder and Injustice in a Small Town
 
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Explore the chilling saga of the Green River Killer, a case that hits close to home for me as my mom lived in that area when she was younger. Through Ann Rule's masterful storytelling, you'll be drawn into the decades-long pursuit of one of America's...
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You've got to check out this book—it's like getting a backstage pass to one of the most gripping crime dramas in American history. Join the investigation and trial of Charles Manson and his followers as you uncover the layers of this infamous case. I...
Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders
 
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I've got to tell you about this book! It's all about the crazy case of the West Memphis Three. Can you believe three teenagers were wrongly convicted for the murders of three young boys in Arkansas? It's a real eye-opener, delving deep into the twist...
Devil's Knot: The True Story of the West Memphis
 
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You've got to check out this book—it's a real eye-opener. It delves into the unsettling backstory of religious extremism and violence within the Mormon fundamentalist community. What's fascinating is how it seamlessly weaves together true crime with ...
Under the Banner of Heaven
 
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Ann Rule actually knew Ted Bundy, and she writes about it in this book. It's like getting a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most notorious killers in history.
The Stranger Beside Me
 
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If you're obsessed with the Golden State Killer case, you've gotta read this one. Paul Holes was one of the lead investigators on the case, and he dives deep into how they finally caught him.
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This one's about Israel Keyes, one of the scariest serial killers you've probably never heard of. Maureen Callahan digs deep into his crimes and the investigation that finally caught him.
American Predator

Shows & Documentaries

Hey there, true crime aficionado! Get ready to binge on some seriously addictive podcasts, shows, and documentaries. We're talking about gripping stories, wild investigations, and jaw-dropping mysteries that'll have you hooked from the get-go. Whethe...

 
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Hey, you gotta check out "The Innocence Files" on Netflix! It's this super eye-opening docuseries that'll have you on the edge of your seat. They dive into cases where people were wrongfully convicted and then fight tooth and nail to prove their inno...
The Innocence Files
 
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Have you seen "The Ted Bundy Tapes" on Netflix? It's pretty intense! They've got these creepy audio recordings of Bundy himself, giving you a real glimpse into his twisted mind. It's fascinating and chilling at the same time, you won't believe some o...
'The Ted Bundy Tapes' Netflix
 
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You've gotta check out "The Innocence Files" on Netflix! It's this awesome docuseries that digs into cases where people swear, they're innocent, but somehow got thrown behind bars anyway. They really shine a light on how messed up police interrogatio...
The Confession Tapes
 
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aHve you seen "Making a Murderer" on Netflix? It's insane! Basically, it's about this guy named Steven Avery who gets slapped with a bogus conviction for a crime he didn't commit. Then, just when you think it can't get crazier, he's caught up in anot...
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You gotta see "The Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer" on Netflix? It's insane! They dig into how this creepy dude named Richard Ramirez terrorized LA back in the '80s. And get this—cops were on his tail the whole time, trying to nab him. It...
The Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer
 
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Hey, you've gotta watch "Mindhunter"! It's this super intriguing show about FBI agents in the late '70s who start delving into the minds of serial killers to understand their motives and catch other murderers. It's got this intense vibe, great charac...
Mindhunter
 
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Check out Criminal Minds! It's this intense crime drama about an elite team of FBI profilers who solve twisted cases by getting inside the minds of serial killers and other criminals. Each episode is like a psychological rollercoaster, and the charac...
Criminal Minds
 
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Hey, guys! You've gotta check out "Fear Thy Neighbor"! It's seriously intense. They dig into crazy stories about neighbors who start off with simple arguments and end up in full-blown deadly showdowns. It's wild how much drama can hide behind those p...
Fear Thy Neighbor
 
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You've gotta check out "The Murder Tapes"! It's like getting a front-row seat to real-life homicide investigations. They use actual footage from police body cams, surveillance cameras, and more, giving you a raw, unfiltered look at how the cops track...
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You have got to check out "The Killing Season"! It's all about serial killers and unsolved murders—it's seriously gripping stuff. They dig deep into the cases, connecting the dots and uncovering some seriously mind-blowing stuff. You'll be on the edg...
The Killing Season