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Dateline NBC

Lester Holt

Booking Overview

An investigative true-crime documentary podcast focused on criminal mysteries, murder cases, and in-depth investigations, with external participants typically appearing because of their direct connection to a case or major event. Credible pitches include investigators, law-enforcement officials, survivors, witnesses, forensic specialists, and other firsthand experts with compelling access or case relevance; booking is difficult because editorial fit and direct involvement matter more than general subject-matter expertise.

Metrics

Episodes: 871

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100,000 - 1M

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 416.0k subscribers

Instagram: 517.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

news.podcasts@nbcuni.com

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Host

Lester Holt - American journalist and television news anchor who has led NBC News flagship programming and serves as a prominent Dateline NBC host and correspondent.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Direct involvement in a high-interest criminal case or major event, including law-enforcement officials, investigators, forensic specialists, survivors, witnesses, emergency responders, and other firsthand sources.
Required Achievements:  
Direct participation in a major investigation or emergency response, Firsthand experience as a survivor, witness, investigator, or responder, Specialized expertise relevant to criminal investigations or forensic evidence

Recent Guest Discussions

Trinh K. Dinh - His Firsthand Experience Providing Emergency Response During The September 11, 2001, Attacks.

John McDevitt - His Experience During The September 11, 2001, Attacks And The Emergency Response.

Greg Semendinger - His Experience Responding To The September 11, 2001, Attacks And Observing The Events From The Air.

Muyiwa Onigbogi - His Firsthand Experience Of The September 11, 2001, Attacks And Their Aftermath.

Daphne Carlisle - Her Firsthand Experience Of The September 11, 2001, Attacks And Their Aftermath.

Recent Topics

True Crime, Criminal Investigations, Murder Cases, Forensic Evidence

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Dateline NBC
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Keith Morrison reads Edgar Allan Poe Stories

October 16, 2026

Hey, Dateline fans. The trailer for season 5 of Morrison Mysteries is waiting for you… Enter the shadowy world of Edgar Allan Poe, brought to life by the unmistakable voice of Dateline’s Keith Morrison. In Season 5 of Morrison Mysteries, experience the mystery and madness of Poe's haunting classics, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Black Cat and The Murders in the Rue Morgue.  Just search “Morrison Mysteries” to follow now or click here: swap.fm/l/mmdfd Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

Sandra Birchmore's alleged killer on trial. UNC student murder case. Plus, campus safety.

October 15, 2026

In Massachusetts, former Stoughton police officer Matthew Farwell is on trial for the alleged murder of 23-year-old pregnant teacher's aide Sandra Birchmore. His defense attorney says she died by suicide. In North Carolina, prosecutors are trying the man they say killed University of North Carolina student Faith Hedgepeth 14 years ago. Her roommate faces tough questions from the defense. In Dateline Round Up, updates in the case of Lee Gilley, the man accused of killing his pregnant wife and ...

Talking Dateline: Heartless

October 14, 2026

Keith Morrison sits down with Josh Mankiewicz to discuss his latest episode, “Heartless.”When 53-year-old Talina Galloway went missing from her Oklahoma home in March 2020, her friends knew something was awry. Police began looking into her disappearance, as did a group of online sleuths who called themselves “Talina’s Army.” Eventually, the investigation led police to Talina’s body and to her killer, who was all too close to home. Josh and Keith discuss the ways armchair detectives can help a...

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Frequently asked questions

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Dateline NBC
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How do I get in touch with Dateline NBC?

Dateline NBC is hosted by Lester Holt. Its publicly listed email is news.podcasts@nbcuni.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 Dateline NBC?

The publicly listed email for Dateline NBC: news.podcasts@nbcuni.com.

How many listeners does Dateline NBC have?

Podseeker estimates Dateline NBC reaches 100,000 to 1 million listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Dateline NBC?

Dateline NBC typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Direct involvement in a high-interest criminal case or major event, including law-enforcement officials, investigators, forensic specialists, survivors, witnesses, emergency responders, and other firsthand sources. Common among recent guests: Direct participation in a major investigation or emergency response; Firsthand experience as a survivor, witness, investigator, or responder; Specialized expertise relevant to criminal investigations or forensic evidence. Recent guests include Trinh K. Dinh, John McDevitt, and Greg Semendinger.

How hard is it to get booked on Dateline NBC?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Dateline NBC cover?

Recent episodes cover True Crime, Criminal Investigations, Murder Cases, and Forensic Evidence. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

news.podcasts@nbcuni.com

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