Crime Waves

Crime Waves is an investigative true crime anthology series that trades in the strange, the overlooked, and the unbelievable. Rather than rehashing famous cases, each season builds a season-long mystery around a singular, immersive setting or subject—from a scientist's suspicious murder tangled in cold fusion conspiracy theories, to the surprisingly violent underbelly of the Texas Renaissance Festival. Told through first-person testimony from witnesses, investigators, and those left behind, the show favors a slow-burn, narrative-driven documentary style over quick-hit crime recaps, giving listeners a deeply reported, conspiracy-thriller feel grounded in real events. Hosted by acclaimed journalists and produced by Faceplant, QCODE, and No Smiling, it appeals to true crime fans who crave deep dives, unusual locations, and systemic exposés—examining how communities, institutions, and subcultures enable danger and cover-ups. Listeners drawn to investigative journalism, unsolved mysteries, and cultural exposés will find this series especially compelling.