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Q&A: “Can you make money from a true crime podcast?”

Thinking about launching a true crime podcast? In this episode, we explore what it takes to stand out—and how to build a foundation for growth and monetization from the start.

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What It's About

This aspiring podcaster digs into small-town crimes—and a big plan to make it pay.

Notes from Chris

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True crime is one of the most popular podcast genres in the world—and also one of the most competitive.

But even in a saturated space, there’s room for new creators with something unique to offer. Danielle from San Diego is a devoted fan of the genre, and she’s ready to launch a podcast of her own, focusing on lesser-known cases from smaller communities.

She’s wondering how to stand out and grow an audience—and if there’s a real path to turning her obsession into a sustainable side hustle. Let’s talk strategy.

"I’m a huge true crime fan and have been tossing around the idea of starting my own podcast for a while now. I want to focus on smaller, lesser-known cases—especially unsolved ones that don’t get much national coverage. I already have a few stories I’m researching, but my big question is: how do you stand out when there are already so many true crime podcasts out there? And if I want to build a real audience—or even turn it into a source of income down the road—what should I prioritize early on??"

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