Conspiracy Theories, Cults, & Crimes
Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes is a true crime show from Crime House and PAVE Studios, hosted by Vanessa Richardson. It covers murderous cults, criminal cover-ups and enduring conspiracy theories. The feed lists 134 episodes released about every two days, with a median length near 38 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, implying a sponsorship rate of about $40 to $200 per episode.
Three weekly true crime episodes on cults and conspiracies, with high production and steady cadence
- 134 episodes released roughly every two days, with a median runtime near 38 minutes.
- Covers cult and conspiracy history such as Jonestown, Heaven's Gate and Operation Midnight Climax.
- Apple Podcasts shows 360 ratings averaging 4.4 stars, indicating an engaged listener base.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, solo monologue
- Tone
- dramatic, investigative
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 35 to 45 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description links only to YouTube, Instagram and the PAVE Studios site.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Recent titles cover murders and serial killing (Mary Ann Cotton, JonBenét, Franz Ferdinand) and LSD experimentation (Operation Midnight Climax), so violence and drug content are flagged.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.pavestudios.com/crimehouse |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1828469754 |
| RSS feed | rss.amperwave.net/v2/feed/audacynetwork/conspira… |
Benchmark score: 62 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| CRIME: The Astronaut Love Triangle | 2026-10-16 | 36 min |
| CULT: The Family: Australia's LSD Cult | 2026-10-14 | 43 min |
| CONSPIRACY THEORY: The Mandela Effect | 2026-10-12 | 46 min |
| CRIME: Britain's First Female Serial Killer: Mary Ann Cotton | 2026-10-09 | 41 min |
| CULT: When Prophecy Fails: The Seekers | 2026-10-07 | 44 min |
| CONSPIRACY THEORY: Is Anyone Real Anymore? The Dead Internet Theory | 2026-10-05 | 44 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 2 days.
Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes explores true stories of belief taken too far: murderous cults, criminal cover-ups, mass manipulation, and the conspiracies that still won't die. Hosted by Vanessa Richardson, three weekly episodes dig into cases like Jonestown, Heaven's Gate, CIA mind control experiments, and presidential assassinations. This is true crime at the intersection of faith, fear…
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About Conspiracy Theories, Cults, & Crimes
Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes is a true crime podcast hosted by Vanessa Richardson and produced by Crime House and PAVE Studios. Each episode covers murderous cults, criminal cover-ups and conspiracy theories, with cases such as Jonestown, Heaven's Gate and the CIA's mind control experiments. The feed shows 134 episodes released about every two days, with a median length near 38 minutes. Source: the show's RSS feed and website.
Apple Podcasts lists 360 ratings with an average of 4.4 stars, and the show is published under the Crime House label. Listener figures are not published by the show. Estimated audience is 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, based on Apple rating volume adjusted for the show's age and network. The audience is likely mostly adults aged 25 to 44 in the United States, though this is an estimate.
The feed contains no visible sponsor mentions. The show suits brands seeking mid-funnel awareness with true crime listeners. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $40 to $200 per episode, depending on the audience estimate, and the content is best suited to brands that accept dark subject matter.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Conspiracy Theories, Cults, & Crimes can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Conspiracy Theories, Cults, & Crimes
How much does Conspiracy Theories, Cults, & Crimes charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll at about $40 to $200 per episode, based on 2,000 to 8,000 estimated downloads at $18 to $25 per 1,000. Exact rates are set by the show.
What is Conspiracy Theories, Cults, & Crimes about?
The podcast covers true stories of cults, criminal cover-ups and conspiracy theories, including Jonestown, Heaven's Gate and CIA mind control experiments. It publishes three episodes per week.
How do I contact Conspiracy Theories, Cults, & Crimes about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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