Scotcast - Why true crime fascinates us

Criminologist Professor David Wilson (pictured) is co-host of the This Much is True Crime podcast.

We talk to him about how and why only some tales become big news stories. And he explains why people are so drawn to the genre.

Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast, with Martin Geissler, Natalie Higgins and Laura Miller.

Get in touch: scotcast@bbc.co.uk

Published on Monday, 27th October 2025.

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