Once Upon A Crime Podcast

17/07/2025

🎉 We did it. 18,000 subscribers on YouTube! 🥳

Huge thank you to every single one of you who’s watched, liked, shared, and subscribed. Your support means the world! ❤️

If you haven’t joined us yet, hit that subscribe button and help us reach 20,000 by the end of the summer! I know we can do it!

Let’s keep growing together! 📈🔥

Step into the darker side of history with Once Upon A Crime, a true-crime podcast that delves deep into some of the world’s most gripping cases. Hosted by an expert storyteller, Esther Ludlow, each episode unravels the mysteries behind notorious crimes, exploring the lives of victims and perpetrat...

16/07/2025

🩸✨ One woman. One crime that shook a nation.
In 1955, Ruth Ellis became the last woman ever executed in the UK — after murdering her lover in cold blood… or was it something more complicated?
This season on Once Upon A Crime, we’re doing something different:
A special 7-part deep dive into the crime, the trial, the execution… and the woman behind it all.
New season drops July 21.
Subscribe now and listen wherever you get your podcasts.

You won’t want to miss a single chapter. 🎙️

13/07/2025

Some couples go to fancy dinners… we go down rabbit holes of unsolved cases. 🕳️🕵️‍♂️
Tag your partner who understands! 🖤🔪

09/07/2025

New merch drop! 🍻🖤

We’re so excited to share our brand-new Once Upon a Crime 16oz pint glass! Featuring our signature "Dia De Los OUAC" logo. It’s the perfect way to sip your favorite drink while you binge true crime stories.

Add a pop of color (and a dash of dark storytelling spirit) to your glassware collection! ✨☠️

👉 Grab yours now and toast to all things OUAC
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07/07/2025

🔍 CrimeCon Denver is calling! 🔎
Join Once Upon A Crime in the Mile High City from September 5–7, 2025 for a weekend full of true crime deep dives, expert panels, and unforgettable stories.

🎟️ Save on your ticket with code ONCE at checkout!
Don’t miss it, this is the ultimate gathering for true crime fans.
🔗 : https://www.crimecon.com/CC25

07/07/2025

Me trying to process someone saying they don’t binge true crime podcasts.
Like… what do you even listen to? 🧐

02/07/2025

What do you think of the verdict? Did the jury get it right? What sentence should he receive? Should he be released on bail while awaiting sentencing? And most importantly, do you believe he's a danger to the public? 🚨🔒⚖️

The Diddy case ended with a mixed verdict from the jury, finding him not guilty of some of the biggest charges.

01/07/2025

✨ Mean Girl Murders Season 3, Episode 2 is officially out now on and streaming on

Even though this isn’t our first time being featured on a major network show, it still feels completely surreal to see myself on national TV.

Huge thank you to all our listeners, your support makes moments like this possible. 💛

30/06/2025

On my way to L.A. to watch Mateo KILL IT in his first acting/modeling showcase! We're so excited for his future doing what he loves. 🤩

His likes: music, karate, true crime TV shows, and hanging with his Mimi. 🥰

Do your fave podcaster a solid and follow his Instagram page. 😘

26/06/2025

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26/06/2025

Sick? No. Just diagnosing myself with “needs more true crime” syndrome.
Watching true crime all day, doctor’s orders 🩺

What case has you in a spiral this week?

24/06/2025

We’re remembering the incredible life of Jonathan Joss (1965–2025) — beloved Native American actor known for King of the Hill and Parks and Rec. 💔

His tragic death has brought renewed attention to the violence, mental health disparities, and lack of media coverage affecting Native and LGBTQ communities.

This week’s episode dives into his legacy and the bigger conversation his loss has sparked. 🕊️

🎧 Listen now — link in bio.