Once Upon A Crime

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Rocktober: Axl Rose — Welcome to the Nightmare

October 12, 2026

Before he became the legendary—and notoriously volatile—frontman of Guns N’ Roses, Axl Rose was a troubled kid from Lafayette, Indiana, with a childhood marked by family secrets, abuse, and rebellion.In this special Rocktober episode, we explore the life behind the rock-star persona—from Axl's turbulent upbringing and repeated run-ins with the law to his meteoric rise with Guns N’ Roses, infamous onstage meltdowns, and eventual return to the spotlight.But a darker chapter of Axl Rose's family...

Axl Rose, American Cults & Mexico’s ‘Reformed’ Serial Killer - Welcome to Spooky Season on Once Upon a Crime!

October 05, 2026

Axl Rose, American Cults & Mexico’s ‘Reformed’ Serial Killer - Welcome to Spooky Season on Once Upon a Crime!  Spooky Season has arrived on Once Upon a Crime! October is Esther’s favorite month, and this year we’re celebrating with a lineup of stories exploring murder, music, mind control... and one of the most unusual serial killer cases we’ve ever covered.Coming this month: the troubled early life of Guns N’ Roses frontman Axl Rose, beginning with the little-known story of his fath...

Taylor Parker — Deadly Deception

September 28, 2026

Taylor Parker presented herself as a hardworking Texas country girl, a devoted girlfriend, an heiress to a family fortune—and soon, an excited mother-to-be.There was just one problem.Much of it wasn't true.Taylor wasn't an heiress. The millions she promised her boyfriend didn't exist. And despite the ultrasound photos, maternity pictures, growing belly, gender reveal, and nursery, Taylor wasn't pregnant—and couldn't become pregnant.But as her supposed due date came and went, Taylor was runnin...

Psychopedia: True Crime & Criminal Psychology · Low booking difficulty · 100,000 - 1M listeners

Killer Psyche · Medium booking difficulty · 100,000 - 1M listeners

Gone South · Medium booking difficulty · 10,000 - 100,000 listeners

MURDERISH · Low booking difficulty · 10,000 - 100,000 listeners

Best Case Worst Case · Medium booking difficulty · 10,000 - 100,000 listeners

How do I get in touch with Once Upon A Crime?

Once Upon A Crime is hosted by Esther Ludlow. Its publicly listed email is esther@truecrimepodcast.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 Once Upon A Crime?

The publicly listed email for Once Upon A Crime: esther@truecrimepodcast.com.

How many listeners does Once Upon A Crime have?

Podseeker estimates Once Upon A Crime reaches 100,000 to 1 million listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Once Upon A Crime?

Once Upon A Crime typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Investigative journalists, true-crime authors, criminal justice specialists, legal analysts, and subject-matter experts with substantial research or direct knowledge of a relevant case. Common among recent guests: Published books on criminal cases or related social issues; Investigative reporting or extensive original case research; Recognized expertise in criminal justice, law, psychology, or victim advocacy. Recent guests include Annette McGivney.

How hard is it to get booked on Once Upon A Crime?

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

What topics does Once Upon A Crime cover?

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