Beyond the Red Flags: Podcasts for Fans of “Something Was Wrong”
If you’ve burned through every episode of “Something Was Wrong” and now find yourself with a strange void where your regular dose of jaw-dropping interpersonal deception used to be, you’re not alone in your withdrawal. For those who’ve become accustomed to Tiffany Reese’s masterful storytelling of manipulation, gaslighting, and relationships gone horrifically sideways, the wait between seasons can feel like an eternity spent questioning every slightly odd interaction you’ve had this week.
Fear not, fellow armchair psychologists and connoisseurs of human misbehavior, I’ve compiled a collection of podcasts that capture that same perfect blend of “this can’t possibly be real” and “oh no, it absolutely is” storytelling that will satisfy your craving for tales of red flags so bright they could guide ships to shore.
Here are the podcasts that are most similar to “Something Was Wrong”:
Let’s Not Meet
Andy Tate narrates and produces this anthology of terror and suspense, featuring firsthand true horror stories written by those who lived to tell the tale.
What Was That Like
Scott Johnson and Meredith Hackwith Edwards present firsthand accounts of incredible true stories. Hear directly from individuals who survived intense events like animal attacks and plane crashes, and discover their inspiring outcomes.
Sympathy Pains
Hosted by Laura Beil (Dr. Death, Bad Batch), Sympathy Pains is a six-part series from Neon Hum Media and iHeartRadio about Sarah Delashmit’s 20-year con. She fabricated cancer, abuse, and dead children, using a wheelchair and hospital selfies to gain sympathy, which was her ultimate goal.
Other People’s Lives
Listen to Other People’s Lives
Joe Santagato and Greg Dybec host a weekly podcast featuring anonymous phone calls with internet strangers, guaranteeing unexpected discussions and unpredictable narratives.
Everyone Has An Ex
Narrated by Georgia Love, Everyone Has An Ex shares surprising, real stories about past relationships, from heartbreak to relief.
Beyond the Secret
Host Ace Fanning interviews anonymous guests who bravely share their deepest secrets, exploring a range of topics with humor and compassion, offering intimate glimpses into diverse lives.
Who the Hell is Hamish?
Listen to Who the Hell is Hamish?
Before facing jail in 2019 for a $7m+ fraud, Sydney’s Hamish Watson had been a long-time global con man, evading authorities in multiple countries. How did he pull it off and what happened to the stolen millions?
The Girlfriends: Spotlight
Listen to The Girlfriends: Spotlight
After previous seasons of justice for Gail Katz and remembrance for Heidi Balch, The Girlfriends presents The Girlfriends: Spotlight. Hosted weekly by Anna Sinfield, this new show features uplifting stories of women’s victories around the world.
The Opportunist
The Opportunist, hosted by Sarah James McLaughlin, explores the true stories of ordinary individuals who become sinister by seizing opportunities for wrongdoing. It asks how normal people transform into criminals and if that potential exists within everyone.
Strictly Stalking
Strictly Stalking is a weekly true crime podcast where hosts Jaimie Beebe and Jake Deptula present firsthand stalking stories from survivors, alongside insights from advocates and experts, every Tuesday.
The Dating Detectives
Tune in weekly as professional PI Mackenzie Fultz and comedian Hanna Anderson investigate the stories of dating liars, cheaters, and con men. They expose their manipulations and warn listeners about red flags on dating apps.
The Binge Cases: Fatal Beauty
Listen to The Binge Cases: Fatal Beauty
Sandra Bridewell, a captivating Southern woman known as the Black Widow after multiple suspicious deaths around her, went on the run, using aliases and charming men to fund her lavish lifestyle. Reporter Cooper Moll investigates her hidden life and long evasion of murder charges.
The Lets Read Podcast
Listen to The Lets Read Podcast
The Lets Read Podcast narrates real people’s true scary experiences, from unsettling stalkers to paranormal encounters, aiming to give you pleasant nightmares.
Swindled
Explore gripping true stories of financially motivated crimes – from fraud and Ponzi schemes to corruption and environmental disasters – brought to life through narrative, archival audio, and immersive soundscapes. Read our review of Swindled and discover the best episodes of Swindled.
This Is Actually Happening
Listen to This Is Actually Happening
This is Actually Happening shares extraordinary true stories of individuals facing unbelievable life-or-death situations, told in their own words. Hear firsthand accounts of surviving cults, bear attacks, serial killers, and more.
When Dating Hurts
Hosted by Bill Mitchell, author of WHEN DATING HURTS, this crucial podcast explores dating abuse and domestic violence. Bill and his wife, Michele, share their experience after losing their daughter, Kristin, to dating violence shortly after her graduation.
Fool Me Twice
Jules Hannaford, successful yet lonely, tried online dating after years alone. She kept meeting scammers, until Truman, a “perfect” project manager, appeared. But when she flew to meet him, the fairytale collapsed. This podcast exposes sweetheart scams and online dating’s dark side.
Pretend
PRETEND reveals the true stories of imposters, from cult leaders and con artists to undercover FBI agents.
Betrayal: Weekly
Trust is the foundation of our lives, but what happens when it’s broken? Betrayal: Weekly, a new weekly docuseries from the producers of the acclaimed Betrayal, hosted by Andrea Gunning, shares real firsthand accounts of shocking betrayals and their aftermath.
It Doesn’t End Here
On It Doesn’t End Here, survivors recount their journeys of overcoming trauma from past relationships. The podcast explores red flags and manipulation, aiming to educate about toxic behavior and provide lessons in healing and self-compassion.
RISK!
If you enjoy The Moth, This American Life, or Snap Judgment but crave something more raw, try RISK! Hosted by Kevin Allison (The State), this uncensored show features jaw-dropping true stories shared by people stepping way outside their comfort zones. Expect humor, heartbreak, and intense authenticity.
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