Quick take
True crime fans who want their listening to come with critical analysis of gender and power; UK and Ireland listeners; anyone who feels the mainstream genre ignores social context.
Verdict: Must listen. RedHanded is the most awarded true crime podcast in the UK — Hannah and Suruthi have built three consecutive Listeners' Choice wins by treating crime as both a personal and a political story.
About this podcast
Hannah Maguire and Suruthi Bala cover true crime from a feminist, culturally-conscious perspective — examining gender, power, and institutional failure alongside the crimes themselves. Winner of the British Podcast Awards Listeners' Choice three consecutive years (2021, 2022, 2023). Based in London.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is RedHanded?
- True crime fans who want their listening to come with critical analysis of gender and power; UK and Ireland listeners; anyone who feels the mainstream genre ignores social context.
- Is RedHanded worth listening to?
- Must listen. RedHanded is the most awarded true crime podcast in the UK — Hannah and Suruthi have built three consecutive Listeners' Choice wins by treating crime as both a personal and a political story.
- Where can I listen to RedHanded?
- RedHanded is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Patreon.
- Where should I start with RedHanded?
- Start with: Any recent episode — or search for a case you're already interested in; the format works as standalone entries
- What format is RedHanded?
- Episodic — approximately ~60 min per episode; large backlog since 2016; weekly each.
- What type of crime does RedHanded cover?
- RedHanded covers Murder, Serial Killer, Cult, Missing Person, Cold Case.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Co-hosted
- Style
- Analytical, feminist, warm, occasionally funny
- Episode length
- ~60 min per episode; large backlog since 2016; weekly
- Binge factor
- 8/10
- Best to start
- Any recent episode — or search for a case you're already interested in; the format works as standalone entries
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