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A good listen
This podcast is a good podcast its more of a audio book type of podcast there one host and it’s just her talking about the topic there’s no banter or chemistry with a second host so it’s not what I look for in a podcast but very well researched and executed good topics it’s worth a listen
- Hdbdhh
- May 7, 2020
- Markyanddan
- May 6, 2020
Research and quality
I don’t like podcasts that get “chit chatty”. I just want an amazing voice with well researched facts woven in to a story type monologue. Esther hits all those! Excellent podcast.
- cchdraper
- May 3, 2020
- Tara TheGreat
- May 2, 2020
So well researched...
Once Upon A Crime is my favorite podcast, true crime-related or otherwise. Host Esther Ludlow is a great storyteller, she does her research, and the focus is on the narrative, not comedy (but when she does throw in a one-liner, it's gold). People have noted that it sounds like she's reading a script, and that's true. But I much prefer her level of preparation to someone who just wings it but doesn't get their facts right.
- SaltpeterJohn
- April 28, 2020
One of my favorites
I really enjoy this podcast. The stories are engaging and thorough without being too dense to enjoy. The narrator has a pleasant voice and a warm and casual demeanor. This has quickly become a favorite!
- poofmonger
- April 28, 2020
Thorough assessments
This podcast provides a thorough assessment of both familiar and unfamiliar criminal acts. The host shares the information in a very calm manner but has a subtle way of adding in her assumptions via attitudes, style, and alternative theories. Without being in-your-face, the subtleties are well worth the listen.
- Obgirl76
- April 27, 2020
Once upon a Crime, Takeout, and Wine
Talk about a perfect way to wind down after a long day. I have always loved true crime and learning about social deviance but her background in psychology and ability to not only talk about the crime, but breakdown the story of their life leading up to it, really paints the full picture for me. Love this. I've been binge listening to it and will be back each week!
- Bella Ronda
- April 26, 2020
What took me so long to review this excellent podcast??
I have been listening for ages and recommend it all the time to friends. Finally reviewing it here.
Such an accessible, straightforward telling of the craziest stories. Esther never focuses on the gore of even the grisliest crimes, but instead reveals interesting facts and details in a way that never feels ghoulish. Love how the oddest stuff is punctuated with a “Really??” or sometimes a “yeah right.” (Often my thought at that exact same moment.)
My go-to podcast for when I feel like hanging out with a cool friend. Easy 5 stars.
- iPhoneUser3100
- April 15, 2020
A bit dry but...
This podcast is a bit dry and clinical but I like it much better than the podcasts where hosts chat it up, laugh & swear and laugh some more, droning on instead of getting down to it!...This is definitely a 4.5
- Emmiecarrot
- March 27, 2020
I Love OUAC!
Esther was probably one of the first true crime shows I listened to! I love her show because she gets straight to the point. I love her seasons because we always know what kind of case to expect (and she doesnt cover too many cases that are high profile). But she is always surprising us! Keep it up! I look up to you so much! -Margot
- Margot f/Military Murder
- March 22, 2020
Love it!!!
Perfectly done! I just discovered this podcast and joined to support ! I’m on episode #36. It’s the only podcast I have dove full into and never want it to end 💕
- fiji2002
- March 17, 2020
Great content
One of the few true crime podcasts of this style that I enjoy. Usually I find the podcasts where multiple people discuss a case to be the most engaging, but I really enjoy Once Upon a Crime. Excellent research and she often covers cases that I’ve never heard of. (I have a long work commute and spend the hours listening to true crime podcasts and audiobooks so I’ve heard a LOT of cases. lol)
- Melissa4983
- March 8, 2020
I love Esther!
When I found this Podcast I couldn’t binge the episodes fast enough. I started listening at work and that escalated to me listening all the time in my car! I love how she makes the stories her own and actually does her homework! Thanks for an awesome listening experience!
- penguin.king
- March 3, 2020
I love Esther
I’m so overdue in providing a review, I truly appreciate the amount of research & thought that goes into all of the OUAC podcasts. Esthers background as a social worker adds to the podcast in its own way. My second favorite podcast is Let’s Taco Bout True Crime.
- sfhnjjk
- March 2, 2020
Love Once Upon a Crime!
I only started listening last year but I’m already hooked. It’s one of my favorite podcasts! You can really tell that Esther puts a lot of time and effort into each episode. I look forward to new episodes!
- Mrs. Robinson11
- Feb. 27, 2020
- 2spoiled904
- Feb. 26, 2020
Host talks too fast!
This is a great podcast. Love the stories, but I think the host speaks so quickly that I have a hard time following. I tried slowing down the speed but it just sounded weird. I’ve never had this issue with another podcast.
- ChelseaLF
- Feb. 26, 2020
Lots of original material
A really nice mix of stories you haven’t heard about before. Clear and well researched.
- Monica and Shawn
- Feb. 11, 2020
Huge fan!
I love how she tells the story, which is always well researched! It’s my go-to podcast when I want to hear what happened without a lot of side tracking chatter.
- Nicpartyof6
- Feb. 10, 2020
Holy murders.
I’m recently getting into True Crime and I must say, I get it. I get the intriguing nature of being interested. Esthers voice is also beautiful and methodically clear and cuts straight to the point without missing key evidence in each case described. Without a doubt, I’m invested and bingeing HARD
- Coal mountain saloon
- Feb. 7, 2020
Well-researched
Great job, Esther! Long time listener, just switching to this platform. I appreciate your original content!
- PittieCity
- Feb. 5, 2020
Thank you!
I know it’s rough out there. So many keyboard warriors want to drag down content creators for no reason but the satisfaction of being a jerk. So I want to let all the podcasts I listen to know that I love and appreciate everything you create for me (for free!) and please keep up the good work! I don’t know what my life would be like without having interesting facts, reports, and stories to listen to on my commute and at my boring desk job. Thank you!
- skelekatie
- Feb. 4, 2020
A thorough & well done storytelling job!
Finally a podcast that covers issues thoroughly, instead of just rehashing what every other short podcast spews out. Very well done!
- lkak
- Jan. 28, 2020
Love, Love, Love
I love your podcast. It’s one of my favorite. The new music is very cool. I enjoyed when it first started. I like your scripted show, but love it when you go off script and just talk about the case. Please keep up the good work!!
- Ellie Wats
- Jan. 28, 2020
Best crime podcast
This is my #1 favorite true crime podcast. Esther is an amazing storyteller and really does her research. Keep up the great work!
- Mom2Twinz
- Jan. 27, 2020
Excellent Show!
This show is so good that Crime Junkie resorted to plagiarizing one of its episodes word for word - and you can’t get much better than that! Definitely check out the rock musician episodes, particularly the Cobain one. Excellent research and production from a host who cares about integrity.
- GG Alan Jackson
- Jan. 21, 2020
- cwintonii
- Jan. 20, 2020
Great Storytelling Podcast
This is one of my go-to podcasts when I’m in the mood to be told a story. Esther has a pretty good style. Sometimes she gets a little silly, but she mostly keeps a pretty somber tone when talking about the crimes. I’ve heard of several interesting cases here that I’d never heard of before. My major complaint would be that I really can’t stand the interview format episodes, or when there is a guest. I skip those episodes completely.
- AMJM1992
- Jan. 14, 2020
Love this podcast
Absolutely love this podcast. Wish I found it sooner! You can tell how much research goes into the show and the production is outstanding. I rarely write reviews but had to for this podcast, it’s an underdog but can easily hold its own with some of the more popular true crime podcasts out there.
- LC503*
- Jan. 12, 2020