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<p>Hosted by award-winning podcasters <a href="https://damienstjohn.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Damien St John</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antmcginley" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ant McGinley</a>, this episode explores the ethical challenges facing true crime podcasters. Together with Adam Lloyd from the <a href="https://www.uktruecrime.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UK True Crime podcast</a>, we examine when coverage becomes exploitation, whether creators should contact victims' families, how to ensure accuracy without journalism training, the ethics of monetising tragedy, and balancing engagement with dignity. For independent podcasters navigating these moral complexities, we offer guidance on creating compelling content while maintaining ethical standards and respecting those affected by crime. </p><br><p>Subscribe to Adam's post for more True Crime coverage at <a href="https://www.uktruecrime.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.uktruecrime.com</a></p><br><p>If you find our battle-tested insight useful, you can buy us a coffee at <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/podcastadviceshow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://buymeacoffee.com/podcastadviceshow</a></p><br><p>Affiliate: Bad internet ruining recordings? Riverside captures perfect audio and video,&nbsp;whatever your set up. Start recording with Riverside for free now at <a href="https://bit.ly/podomedy-riverside" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/podomedy-riverside</a></p><p>Affiliate: Bad internet ruining recordings? Riverside captures perfect audio and video,&nbsp;whatever your set up. Start recording with Riverside for free now at <a href="https://bit.ly/podomedy-riverside" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/podomedy-riverside</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Podcast Advice Show

Podomedy Network

The ethics of true crime podcasts

MAR 22, 202523 MIN
The Podcast Advice Show

The ethics of true crime podcasts

MAR 22, 202523 MIN

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<p>Hosted by award-winning podcasters <a href="https://damienstjohn.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Damien St John</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antmcginley" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ant McGinley</a>, this episode explores the ethical challenges facing true crime podcasters. Together with Adam Lloyd from the <a href="https://www.uktruecrime.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UK True Crime podcast</a>, we examine when coverage becomes exploitation, whether creators should contact victims' families, how to ensure accuracy without journalism training, the ethics of monetising tragedy, and balancing engagement with dignity. For independent podcasters navigating these moral complexities, we offer guidance on creating compelling content while maintaining ethical standards and respecting those affected by crime. </p><br><p>Subscribe to Adam's post for more True Crime coverage at <a href="https://www.uktruecrime.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.uktruecrime.com</a></p><br><p>If you find our battle-tested insight useful, you can buy us a coffee at <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/podcastadviceshow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://buymeacoffee.com/podcastadviceshow</a></p><br><p>Affiliate: Bad internet ruining recordings? Riverside captures perfect audio and video,&nbsp;whatever your set up. Start recording with Riverside for free now at <a href="https://bit.ly/podomedy-riverside" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/podomedy-riverside</a></p><p>Affiliate: Bad internet ruining recordings? Riverside captures perfect audio and video,&nbsp;whatever your set up. Start recording with Riverside for free now at <a href="https://bit.ly/podomedy-riverside" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/podomedy-riverside</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>