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“Once Upon a Crime” - How Esther Ludlow Became a True Crime Trailblazer
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1:01:11Now PlayingJoshua Ritter sits down with Esther Ludlow, creator and host of the hit true crime podcast Once Upon a Crime, to talk about her journey from podcasting pioneer to one of the genre’s most popular storytellers.
With a background in psychology and a passion for true crime, Esther launched her show in 2016—and within just eight months, Once Upon a Crime surpassed one million listens. Since then, she’s written, produced, and edited over 300 episodes, drawing more than 36 million downloads and national media recognition.
In this episode, Esther shares how she built her podcast from the ground up, what inspires her storytelling style, and how she’s expanded her reach to YouTube and beyond.
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