On December 5, iHeartPodcasts and Diversion Audio launched The Greatest True Crime Stories Ever Told, hosted by true crime writer Mary Kay McBrayer. The weekly podcast flips the true crime genre, often characterized by a fascination with crimes against women. Instead, it focuses on stories where women play pivotal roles, not as victims but as focal characters.
These roles include perpetrators, such as murderers or scammers, and heroes like lawyers, detectives, scientists, or family members seeking justice. Mary Kay McBrayer, a seasoned true crime author, literature professor, and podcast co-host, is best known for her book America’s First Female Serial Killer: Jane Toppan and the Making of a Monster.
McBrayer hopes to go beyond the mere facts of each case, delving into the underlying motives and societal contexts. The podcast will explore the complexities and nuances of human behavior, society, justice, and the human psyche, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of each story.
