Crimes of Passion is a true crime podcast from Spotify Studios, hosted by Law&Crime's Sierra Gillespie according to the description. It covers murders rooted in love, family and betrayal. The feed lists 268 episodes, released weekly at about 39 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, which puts a host-read mid-roll at $360 to $2,000.
Established weekly true crime show with a strong 4.6-star rating
- Apple Podcasts shows 4,495 ratings with a 4.6 average, supporting an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode.
- 268 episodes since 2019 show a long-running, consistent weekly series with a reliable audience.
- True crime listeners suit direct-response offers, and the format has natural ad break points.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, single-case storytelling
- Tone
- dark, suspenseful
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 33 to 48 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Spotify StudiosLaw&Crime
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
The description names Spotify Studios and Law&Crime and says 'Watch free, only on Spotify', but no third-party sponsor appears in the feed.
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Titles such as 'Murdered By The In-Laws: The Killing of Dan Markel' and 'Stabbed In The Heart: The Christine Ricci Case' show graphic murder coverage.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.parcast.com/passion/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1451771847 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/crimesofpassion |
Benchmark score: 74 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Killer in the Suburbs: Cop’s Wife Found Dead in Quiet Town | 2026-10-09 | 33 min |
| Murdered By The In-Laws: The Killing of Dan Markel | 2026-10-02 | 33 min |
| The Missing PI: Murder of Taylor Wright | 2026-09-25 | 41 min |
| Stabbed In The Heart: The Christine Ricci Case | 2026-09-18 | 40 min |
| Lover On the Run: The Coward Killer Story | 2026-09-11 | 33 min |
| Loved Him to Death: The Brittany Holbrook Story | 2026-08-28 | 48 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 10 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
What begins in the heart ends in handcuffs. Whether it's a lover’s embrace or a family bond, we track the descent from intimacy to the ultimate betrayal. Join Law&Crime’s Sierra Gillespie as she strips away the masks to reveal the twisted psychology behind Crimes of Passion. Watch free, only on Spotify.
About Crimes of Passion
Crimes of Passion is a weekly true crime podcast from Spotify Studios, originally part of Parcast. According to the description, Law&Crime's Sierra Gillespie hosts and traces cases where intimacy turns to betrayal, from lovers to family members. The feed lists 268 episodes since February 2019. Recent episodes run about 39 minutes and cover individual murder cases, such as the killing of Dan Markel.
Apple Podcasts shows 4,495 ratings with a 4.6 average. Based on that rating count and weekly cadence, Starbooked estimates 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. This is an estimate, since download numbers are not published. No third-party sponsors appear in the feed, though Spotify Studios and Law&Crime are named.
Using the Starbooked rate rule, a host-read mid-roll would cost about $360 to $2,000 per episode. The show suits brands aimed at true crime listeners.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Crimes of Passion can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Crimes of Passion
How much does Crimes of Passion charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll at $360 to $2,000 per episode, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads. Download numbers are not published, so this is an estimate.
What is Crimes of Passion about?
It is a weekly true crime podcast from Spotify Studios, hosted by Law&Crime's Sierra Gillespie. Each episode follows a murder case that grew from a romantic or family relationship, such as the Dan Markel killing.
How do I contact Crimes of Passion about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked directly through Starbooked, though Spotify Studios may handle ad sales for this show.
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