Truecrimepodden captivates and challenges the crime genre
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May 26, 2025 at 10:00 PM

Truecrimepodden captivates and challenges the crime genre

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Susanne Sperling
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Truecrimepodden's sonic journey into the world of crime

We step into the corridors of darkness, where faint glimmers reveal the shadows of society's most unsettling figures. Truecrimepodden is not just a podcast, but a sonic journey into the unpredictable world of crime. As one of Norway's most beloved true crime podcasts, launched in 2018, it stands out with in-depth narratives about both local and global criminal mysteries. With Pernille Radeid as host, produced by Moderne Media, and available through the Untold app, the podcast takes us deeper into life's extreme events. Listen to the fascinating and sometimes controversial episodes for free on major platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts, or ad-free through a subscription to Untold.

Narrative style and ethical considerations in Truecrimepodden

Truecrimepodden captures its listeners with a storytelling style that combines psychological depth and narrative tension. Radeid's intuitive ability to navigate criminal mysteries and her detailed research create an authentic and sometimes shocking listening experience. However, the graphic descriptions and clear language have sparked ethical debates. While some criticize possible violations of the privacy of victims' relatives, the podcast defends such choices as necessary to authentically convey the realities of crime. With Radeid's female voice, traditional norms are broken in a genre typically dominated by male narrators, and this innovative approach has received both praise and criticism.

Truecrimepodden's impact on Nordic crime storytelling

In the broader true crime genre, Truecrimepodden plays a significant role in redefining Nordic crime storytelling. It has popularized the genre in Scandinavia and marked its place on the international scene through in-depth interviews and collaborations with media projects like NRK's 'To hvite menn'. The series demonstrates how the podcast medium can create space for critical reflection and societal debate on justice, morality, and the media's role in the shadows of crime. Whether seen as entertainment or journalism, the podcast's contribution to the understanding of crime and its place in our collective consciousness is impossible to ignore.

Listen to the thrilling episodes at untold.app – and follow CrimeNews for more in-depth true crime analyses, going beyond the headlines.

Susanne Sperling

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