Summary

This segment examines the global obsession with ‘true crime’ and whether it hurts or helps communities. “True crime” is one of the most consumed genres from podcasts to television series. When depicting real crimes and real victims, questions have been raised about the ethics of this type of content. We examine the psychology behind its popularity and tackle some concerns held by people close to the stories. True Crime survivors, content producers and researchers weigh ethical considerations, and share their thoughts on the pros and cons of the genre for their lives and communities.