True Crime Quarantine Boredom Busters

  • By Website Editor
  • 15 May, 2020

Quarantine drags on and on. You've seen all the true crime documentaries, read all the books, and listened to all the podcasts.

Or so you thought.

Our FREE streaming event CrimeCon @ Home is now available on demand! Grab some popcorn and check out the can't-look-away action that includes:
  • "Whoooa"-inducing forensic demonstrations from Karen Smith;
  • Updates from key figures you'll recognize from Don't F**k With Cats, The Keepers, Abducted in Plain Sight, and The Staircase;
  • Much-needed belly laughs from one of the most entertaining true crime podcasts on the air;
  • Oxygen's Martinis & Murder podcast take on one of the most ruthless serial killers in modern memory!
But wait! Think that's all we have to offer? No way! Peep the fun, engaging true crime entertainment options below, available ONLY at CrimeCon.com!
CrimeCon @ Home is a FREE on-demand streaming event featuring all of the emotion and educational value you love about CrimeCon from the comfort and safety of your home.

Since life is a little stressful for everyone at the moment, the event features plenty of content designed to brighten your day. CrimeCon @ Home is completely free, we do ask viewers to join us in supporting the First Responders Children's Foundation. The foundation has provided over $2,000,000 in funding to first responders and their families during the COVID-19 crisis. To date, we have raised over $4,500 for first responder families. 

Oh, and the best news? CrimeCon 2020 is STILL on the books for Oct. 30 - Nov. 1 in Orlando!

See CrimeCon @ Home FREE on demand now here.

What comes to mind when you hear the word “forensics”? For many, the word evokes images of sterile labs and white coats. The reality, however, is quite different.

In Shattered Souls: A Forensic Detective’s Diary, veteran forensic investigator Karen Smith opens her detailed and poignant journals from her 11 years as a forensic detective in Jacksonville, Florida. She speaks of trudging through muddy swamps, dangling over crime scenes from a firetruck ladder, and the tremendous emotional toll that the horror of these crimes wreaks on the investigators tasked with solving them.

Karen talks about the nightmares, the emotional and often physical pain, the scares, and the breath-holding, white-knuckle moments from the most haunting cases of her career. They’re victims you’ve probably never heard of, but they’re victims that she can never forget, and their stories - and the shattered souls of loved ones they left behind - are at the heart of every episode.

Listen now on:
CrimeCon.com
Apple Podcasts

Google Podcasts
We've teamed up with Penguin Random House to bring you the CrimeCon Insider Book Club!

Each month, we'll select a tantalizing, edge-of-your-seat page-turner to feature in the book club and hope you'll join us in our monthly discussions. Each monthly discussion will include a live virtual meeting or Q&A with the author.

The Book Club takes place inside our CrimeCon app and is FREE for all users. This month, we've selected the suspense-filled thriller The Herd by Andrea Bartz. Andrea will join the book club on Thursday, May 28 for an in-depth look at the book.

Click here to learn more about the CrimeCon Insider Book Club.
Tired of the same ol' documentaries, rehashing the same cases over and over again? You're in luck! CrimeCon Insiders enjoy access to over 80 hours of session video footage from every CrimeCon event -- past and future! You'll also have exclusive access to livestreamed sessions during CrimeCon 2020. CrimeCon Insiders also receive:

  • Priority access to discount tickets for ALL CrimeCon events. Tickets sell out fast but you’ll always get first access.
  • Fast track registration and merch lines, an exclusive membership pin and session.
  • Full access to the true crime forum where members participate in discussions, post original content, take quizzes and more.
  • The latest true crime news, merchandise discounts, a CrimeCon emoji keyboard, rewards and giveaways.
Learn more about CrimeCon Insider here.
By David Jones November 28, 2024
Breaking News! CrimeCon UK is coming to Manchester in 2025!
By David Jones - Brand Manager September 30, 2024

CrimeCon Returns to London on 7th and 8th June 2025: A Must-Attend Event for True Crime Enthusiasts

Exciting news for true crime aficionados – CrimeCon is making its much-anticipated return to London on 7th and 8th June 2025! As the biggest UK event for those with a passion for the true crime genre, this is an unmissable opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of crime, justice, and investigation, all set in the heart of the UK capital.

CrimeCon UK has built a reputation as the ultimate true crime experience, where enthusiasts, experts, educators and professionals come together to explore high-profile cases, delve into forensic science, and hear from those at the forefront of criminal investigation. 2025 promises to be the best event yet - being more captivating than ever before.

What to Expect at CrimeCon 2025

Building on the enormous success of past years, CrimeCon London 2025 will once again offer attendees exclusive access to leading criminal experts, investigative journalists, detectives, and true crime content creators. With a packed schedule of live panels, interactive discussions, and real-life case studies, this year's event is guaranteed to leave attendees with insights into some of the most talked-about cases and topical true crime themes. Not only this, CrimeCon UK puts victims and advocacy for justice at the heart of the event - making sure that CrimeCon is a platform for every story that needs to be told.

Here's a glimpse of what awaits attendees at CrimeCon 2025:

  • Exclusive Interviews and Case Debriefs: Hear directly from those involved in some of the UK’s most intriguing and infamous criminal cases, hearing from those that were directly impacted by criminality.
  • Meet Your Favorite True Crime Content Creators: The digital world has revolutionised the true crime genre, and CrimeCon will be bringing top content creators together to discuss their platforms, methods, and deep dives into unsolved mysteries.
  • Interactive Exhibits and Forensic Workshops: Put your sleuthing skills to the test as you take part in immersive activities, which have, in the past, included forensic analysis and criminal profiling.
  • Q&A Sessions with Experts: Get the chance to ask burning questions to investigators, criminologists, and legal professionals.

Who Should Attend?

Whether you're a die-hard true crime fan, a criminal justice professional, or just someone curious about the world of crime-solving, CrimeCon is perfect for you. The event brings together a diverse community of people who share a passion for exploring the darker side of humanity while discussing critical issues of justice and victim advocacy.

For those already familiar with popular crime podcasts, books, and documentaries, this is your chance to engage with the experts and learn more about the complexities behind these stories. CrimeCon offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in a friendly, inclusive atmosphere.

Secure Your Spot

Tickets for CrimeCon London 2025 are expected to sell out fast, so be sure to grab yours soon. Various ticket packages are be available, offering different levels of access, from basic admission to VIP and Platinum experiences, where you can enjoy perks such as exclusive sessions with speakers, early access to certain events and enhanced event benefits. 

To find out more and to book your tickets, click here. Don't miss out on being part of the most thrilling true crime event of the year!

By David Jones February 5, 2024

Now is your chance to ensure your favourite true crime content from 2023 is recognised in the TCAs!

VIEWERS' CHOICE:  Whether it's your favourite series, documentary film or influencer - make sure you submit your thoughts on your favourite on-screen true crime content today! Remember - only content released in 2023 is eligible and will be counted.

LISTENERS' CHOICE:   All True Crime podcasts (that released content that is available in the UK during 2023) are eligible to be nominated so be sure that your go-to true crime podcast is recognised!

READERS' CHOICE:   Which true crime book caught your attention in 2023? As long as it was first published last year then it's eligible to be nominated, so cast your vote today!

Voting is now open and closes on 31st March 2024.  Those with the most votes will be recognised and awarded at the True Crime Awards which is scheduled to take place on 25th April 2024.

VOTE NOW!

By daviduk October 18, 2023
THE BIG SCOTTISH BOOK CLUB
SERIES 5 EPISODE 2
AVAILABLE NOW

Damian Barr is joined by Shetland and Vera author Ann Cleeves to discuss her new novel, The Raging Storm. Lauren Lyle, star of the series Karen Pirie, reveals how she brings the Val McDermid character to life, and, on the 30th anniversary of Trainspotting, Irvine Welsh talks about the ITV crime series and his latest novel, The Long Knives. True crime podcasters (and our very own Nancy Baughen)  rate Truman Capote classic In Cold Blood, and crime readers at the Shetland Noir Festival in Lerwick recommend their favourite reads.

If you'd like to catch up and watch this incredible episode of The Big Scottish Book Club, click here. 
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