S-Town vs Criminal

S-Town is a landmark limited-series podcast that began as an investigation into an alleged murder in a small Alabama town and evolved into a profound, heartbreaking character study. The storytelling is masterful, capturing the essence of a complex man and the decaying town he inhabits. It is a beautiful, tragic, and deeply atmospheric piece of audio journalism. Even years after its release, it rem...

Criminal is not your typical true crime podcast. Hosted by Phoebe Judge, it focuses on the 'stories of people who've done wrong, been wronged, or gotten caught somewhere in the middle.' Instead of focusing on gore or sensationalism, Criminal explores the sociological and historical aspects of crime. The storytelling is calm, measured, and deeply empathetic. It is a sophisticated look at the human...