7 best Ashley Flowers podcasts every fan must listen to

Ashley Flowers is a true-crime podcasting sensation. Her brainchild, Crime Junkie, racks up over a billion downloads. But Flowers’ audio ventures extend far beyond Crime Junkie. She also hosts and produces other shows and founded Audiochuck and the nonprofit Season of Justice. For a taste of Ashley Flower’s incredible talent, here are the seven best Ashley Flower podcasts to binge right away.

Crime Junkie

Explore the darker side of human nature with the most famous true crime podcast.

Crime Junkie

Tune in every Monday to listen to Ashley Flowers and Brit Prawat. Crime Junkie takes you through the chills and thrills of cold investigations with over 400 episodes lasting under one hour; each of them feels like discussing incredible cases with your closest friends. Wonder where to start? The Powell Family is the kind of episode that sticks with you. Your jaw will drop as you know how dysfunctional a family can be, going down a rabbit hole of disturbing facts

Ashley’s engaging storytelling and Brit’s humor add an extra spark to the show, while the exciting pace of the story keeps you hooked without any extra stuff. You’ll feel like you’re right at the crime scene.

The Deck

Join Ashley on her solo true crime adventure as she exposes secrets of unsolved cases. 

The Deck

If you love justice and criminal investigation, grab your headphones, this weekly show is quite a thriller. From the addictive intro theme song, Ashley’s soothing newsy voice, and the events unfolding, you will not stop until the end. 

The podcast’s concept is innovative, and it gets its name from distributing playing cards with victims’ faces in jails and prisons to gather information. Each episode of The Deck combines insightful interviews with meticulous analysis, making for a deeper understanding of each case and revealing crime details one card at a time.

The Deck Investigates

Investigate an unsolved 1984 murder case with Ashley Flowers. 

The Deck Investigates

Take this card and follow Ashley and her team with the cops. The card has the face of Darlene Hulse, who was murdered in her house under her two daughters’ noses. The murderer is still at large, but Ashley and her team are on a quest to find the criminal. Is it Nelson or Bruce? 

As of March 2023, the podcast had 15 episodes. However, as the case evolved, in October 2023, Ashley Flowers brought in three more, each as fascinating as the last. These 20-minute episodes shine with top-notch production, key findings and interviews central to the case. One unique aspect? Listening to Darlene’s voice from the 1980s adds a real touch. The burning question now: How will they solve this 1984 murder mystery?

Supernatural with Ashley Flowers

A thrilling journey into the unknown and supernatural real-life occurrences.

Supernatural with Ashley Flowers

In over 100 episodes, you can discover a whole new world of unnatural happenings, from werewolves and aliens to humans with superpowers, or so it seems. Whatever it is, Flowers somehow captures the characters’ emotions in each half-hour adventure. 

Supernatural follows a similar format as Crime Junkie; the episodes are classified into categories to make your listening choice easier (although you will probably want to binge them all). Mystical guides you through spiritual and hidden mysteries, while Alien propels you into the thrilling world of extraterrestrial life and UFOs. Meanwhile, Haunted offers spine-tingling ghost stories and paranormal events. Transitioning to The Unknown, you’ll find puzzling mysteries and unexplained phenomena. Then, Disappeared cracks tales of mysterious vanishings, and finally, Conspiracy draws you into the often controversial world of conspiracy theories.

What sets this podcast apart is its immersive sound production, creating an eerie atmosphere that makes you feel you are experiencing these events firsthand.

The show kicked off in March 2020 and, after three years, wrapped up in 2022. Chances are, you’re among the fans eagerly hoping Ashley will revive it.

Very Presidential with Ashley Flowers

The scandalous secrets of the US presidency, with Ashley’s touch and unique style.

Very Presidential with Ashley Flowers

Ashley Flowers takes you on a fascinating journey through the lives of past presidents, uncovering untold stories, hidden secrets, and dramatic events that have shaped our nation.

This Spotify Original from Parcast explores the darker side of the American presidency. From scandalous love affairs and corrupt practices to shocking cover-ups and even suspected murder, Ashley Flowers exposes personal and professional controversies that you may have never known existed. In 16 episodes, each lasting about 40 minutes, Flowers gives a concise yet comprehensive exploration of each president’s intriguing history that you probably didn’t learn at school.

International Infamy with Ashley Flowers

A true-crime podcast that opens the red tape on the globe.

International Infamy with Ashley Flowers

This true-crime podcast takes you on an infamous world tour in 15 episodes, each exploring a high-profile criminal case from a different country and providing insight into the cultural details that make these cases notorious. 

You will listen to shocking dialogues featuring corrupt cops, tribal criminals, and more. Unlike other shows, Ashley’s interviews are concise and to the point, avoiding unnecessary fillers. The premium production quality allows for an immersive experience that will take you from Iceland to Indonesia and even New Zeeland.

Prepare to explore a labyrinth of corruption, greed, and failed oversight, keeping you captivated throughout your listening experience.

Red Ball

Crack the Burger Chef Murders and get in the shoes of the investigator. 

Red Ball

Ashley Flowers takes you behind the scenes of ongoing investigations in collaboration with the Indiana State Police in this four-part series. With episodes lasting less than half an hour, Red Ball follows the reinvestigation of the infamous, unsolved Burger Chef Murders in 1978.

What sets Red Ball apart from other podcasts in the genre is that it doesn’t just highlight the four victims’ stories but features interviews with dedicated detectives and focuses on those committed to solving the case. The podcast’s engaging storytelling and high-quality stereo sound production make you feel right in the middle of the action.

Produced by Ashley Flowers

Ashley Flowers has produced several shows, including Counterclock, focusing on decades-old homicides; Full Body Chills, featuring thrilling and suspenseful stories; and Red Collar, exploring white-collar criminal cases and corporate scandals.

Whether you’re a true crime enthusiast or simply seeking thrilling stories, Ashley Flowers’ podcasts are a must-listen. Engaging and full of intrigue, they promise to keep you hooked with every episode.

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