Most Notorious! A True Crime History Podcast
Blue Ewe MediaSerial killers. Gangsters. Gunslingers. Victorian-era murderers. And that's just the tip of the iceberg. Each week, the Most Notorious podcast features true-life tales of crime, criminals, tragedies and disasters throughout history. Host Erik Rivenes interviews authors and historians who have studied their subjects for years. Their stories are offered with unique insight, detail, and historical ac... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 471 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeHistory | |||
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Original Publication Date: 4/3/22
On Christmas Eve, 1900, 44-year-old dry goods store owner Frank Richardson was shot to death in his Savannah, Missouri home. Suspects included his wife Addie, his teenage lover Goldie Whitehead, and the man whom he ... more
On May 19, 1884, the yacht Mignonette set sail from England on what should have been an uneventful voyage. When their vessel sank in the Atlantic, Captain Thomas Dudley and his crew found themselves adrift in a tiny lifeboat. As days turned to weeks,... more
In 1942, two Abwehr German agents, including Johannes Eppler, slipped into Cairo to gather intelligence for Rommel’s desert campaign, getting help from local allies like the famous dancer Hekmet Fahmy and Anwar Sadat. Despite their efforts to infiltr... more
November 10, 2025, marked the fiftieth anniversary of the sinking of the freighter SS Edmund Fitzgerald during a vicious Lake Superior storm. All 29 crew members were lost, a tragedy later memorialized in Gordon Lightfoot’s iconic song.
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- 5 stars!!
Eric, I have left you a review before, but I just had to tell you that your interview with Chris Pouy is fascinating!! I remember seeing his mother on TV as a child! Thank you for having him on to tell his story, that should be a much more well known story. I hope it gets the attention of a producer because it would make an excellent movie or series!
Apple Podcasts5Katherine P Palmira
United Statesa month ago - Have been a fan of this podcast for years
This show is a real experience. It’s not like listening to one person interview another—it’s more of a Storytelling Experience, with a ragtime aesthetic.
The host, Erik Rivenes, is so good at what he does: he’s famous for his insightful questions and being a great listener. But I think his magic ingredient is allowing for an occasional silence. Most people can’t do that and occasionally it causes the guest to add some unplanned intriguing comment. I’m also a great admirer of Erik’s books—the re... more
Apple Podcasts5IndependentWUnited States2 months ago - Will stop following show
I will not follow or support a show that accepts disgusting advertising for ICE, which is destroying our due process rights. When the show stops accepting this advertising I will return. Very sorry I really liked the show but am appalled at the advertising choices.
Apple Podcasts1Gabby0090United States3 months ago - “gulf of america”
eric, i can’t follow a show that doesn’t push back on this administration’s assault on truth. as a close reader, you know sometimes you must act. good luck!
Apple Podcasts2Ui bankerUnited States3 months ago - You haven’t listened to this yet? Really??
Okay, so I’ve been a fan of this most excellent podcast and its host for a long time, and I’m just now writing a review - shame on me - but Erik Rivenes knows how to interview an author right. Unlike many interviewers who like to hear themselves talk, Erik gives the guest permission to take center stage. Almost all of the interviews I’ve listened to are fascinating because the guest gets to tell us why his or her book has demanded their passion, and that never disappoints.
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Apple Podcasts5CeejammeUnited States4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #121 | United States/History |
Apple Podcasts | #173 |  United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #197 |  Canada/History |
Apple Podcasts | #152 |  Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #141 |  South Africa/History |
Apple Podcasts | #193 |  Brazil/History |
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A captivating exploration of true crime stories, this series delves into the depths of historical atrocities, unsolved murders, and infamous characters from the past. Each episode features in-depth interviews with authors and historians who have dedicated years to studying their subjects, providing listeners with rich narratives filled with historical context and insightful analysis. Notably, the podcast transcends mere storytelling by offering multifaceted perspectives on crimes ranging from serial killers and gangsters to lesser-known but equally riveting tales from history. Its format allows for in-depth discussions that can engage both casual listeners and serious history buffs, making it a distinctive resource for those intrigued by th... more
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