For every crime, there is a story. With every murder, a mystery to be unraveled. A desire to understand the unthinkable and the psychology of a killer. It's the dark side of human curiosity.True crime has surged in popularity and is more popular than ever, with millions of people consuming content across all forms of media platforms, from podcasts to TV screens.
We see the worst of mankind, and we also see the best," Jacinda Davis, executive producer at Red Marble Media, reflects on the genre's draw.She also considers the gender dynamics at play: "Women are more often the victims of violent crime than they are the perpetrators of violent crime, especially when it comes to interpersonal violence. And I think there might be almost like a defense mechanism, like you somehow feel safer watching true crime.