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Criminally Obsessed

Anne Emerson

Booking Overview

This investigative true-crime interview show examines major criminal cases, courtroom developments, and the human impact on victims and their communities, typically featuring attorneys, journalists, psychologists, and people with firsthand connections to the cases. Credible pitches include criminal defense or appellate attorneys, forensic and clinical psychologists, investigative reporters, victims’ advocates, and relevant witnesses or case insiders; booking difficulty is medium because guests are often accessible specialists or firsthand sources, though the show’s high-profile case coverage raises the bar for relevance and access.

Metrics

Episodes: 160

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: USA

Page updated: Nov 11, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcasts@sbgtv.com

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Host

Anne Emerson - Award-winning investigative reporter with more than 30 years of experience covering high-profile trials and conducting interviews with prominent figures in the true-crime world.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Relevant legal expertise, investigative or courtroom reporting experience, clinical or forensic psychology credentials, victims’ advocacy experience, or direct firsthand knowledge of a featured case.
Required Achievements:  
Courtroom or investigative reporting on major criminal cases, Legal representation in high-profile criminal or capital cases, Professional expertise in forensic psychology or coercive control, Direct firsthand involvement in or knowledge of a featured case

Recent Guest Discussions

Angenette Levy - Courtroom Dynamics, Witness Testimony, The Prosecution’s Circumstantial Case, And Developments In The Caleb Flynn Murder Trial.

Stephen Ferrell - Christa Pike’s Clemency Petition, Mitigating Evidence Related To Her Childhood Abuse And Age, The Plea Offer Before Trial, And The Possibility Of Stopping Her Execution.

Kelly Gleason - Christa Pike’s Clemency Petition, Mitigating Evidence Related To Her Childhood Abuse And Age, The Plea Offer Before Trial, And The Possibility Of Stopping Her Execution.

Joni Johnston - Coercive Control, Spiritual Abuse, Warning Signs Of Abusive Relationships, And Unanswered Questions Surrounding Mica Miller’s Death.

Alexx Altman-Devilbiss - Mica Miller’s Relationship With John-paul Miller, Alleged Grooming And Early Warning Signs, Church Dynamics, And Questions Surrounding Miller’s Death.

Recent Topics

True Crime, Criminal Justice, Court Trials, Forensic Psychology

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Criminally Obsessed
:

John Ramsey: We've Got JonBenet's Killer's DNA – Why Hasn't It Been Tested?

November 10, 2026

John Ramsey, father of JonBenet Ramsey, joins investigative reporter Anne Emerson following ABC’s 20/20 special with Diane Sawyer, for this revealing interview, sharing what he believes about "Unknown Male #1" and what DNA evidence the killer left behind 30 years ago. In this episode of Criminally Obsessed, John Ramsey and Nicky Ali Jackson, Ramsey family friend and Executive Director of the Center for Justice and Exoneration Network, walk through the full JonBenet Ramsey case, from the accu...

Filling Robert Stack's Shoes: Meet The New 'Unsolved Mysteries' Host

November 09, 2026

For decades, Unsolved Mysteries has invited viewers to help solve some of the most baffling cases in the country. Now, the iconic series is back with a new host, a new generation of viewers, and the same mission: bringing answers to families who have been waiting for them. In this episode of Criminally Obsessed, investigative reporter Anne Emerson sits down with Jordan Murphy, the new host of Unsolved Mysteries, to discuss the revival of the beloved series and what it means to take on a rol...

What Happened to Christina Downer? Inside the Murder of SNL Writer Jimmy Fowlie's Sister

November 05, 2026

Christina Downer, the sister of Saturday Night Live writer Jimmy Fowlie, disappeared in September 2025. More than a year later, her former boyfriend DeLorean Bijon Brandon is facing charges in connection with her alleged murder. But with no body recovered, how does the prosecution build a case? In this episode of Criminally Obsessed, investigative reporter Anne Emerson sits down with defense attorney Jack Rice to break down the evidence investigators have pieced together and the legal hurdl...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Criminally Obsessed?

Criminally Obsessed is hosted by Anne Emerson. Its publicly listed email is podcasts@sbgtv.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Criminally Obsessed?

The publicly listed email for Criminally Obsessed: podcasts@sbgtv.com.

How many listeners does Criminally Obsessed have?

Podseeker estimates Criminally Obsessed reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Criminally Obsessed?

Criminally Obsessed typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Relevant legal expertise, investigative or courtroom reporting experience, clinical or forensic psychology credentials, victims’ advocacy experience, or direct firsthand knowledge of a featured case. Common among recent guests: Courtroom or investigative reporting on major criminal cases; Legal representation in high-profile criminal or capital cases; Professional expertise in forensic psychology or coercive control. Recent guests include Angenette Levy, Stephen Ferrell, and Kelly Gleason.

How hard is it to get booked on Criminally Obsessed?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Criminally Obsessed cover?

Recent episodes cover True Crime, Criminal Justice, Court Trials, and Forensic Psychology. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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