Korean True Crime Podcast
Hosted by Korean True Crime
A solo-narrated podcast detailing South Korea's most disturbing true crime cases, from murders and cults to systemic failures.
A heavily-researched, English-language narrative podcast exclusively focused on South Korean true crime. Each episode is a deep dive into a single case, meticulously laying out the timeline, key players, and police investigation. The show frequently uses these crimes as a lens to examine broader South Korean social issues, such as systemic misogyny, cult dynamics, and flaws in the justice system.
“Its tight focus on South Korean cases, narrated in English, makes it a unique resource. Unlike many true crime shows, it consistently contextualizes events within the country's specific social and cultural debates, such as the public reaction to femicide or the role of online communities in shaping narratives.”
Who hosts this show
The host, Mimi Mizicko, holds a degree in Sociology with a minor in Women and Gender Studies. After moving to South Korea in 2018, she developed a passion for the country's true crime stories and was inspired to create the podcast, which started on YouTube. Mizicko is committed to ethical true crime reporting, aiming to provide an authentic perspective on South Korea while exploring its history and culture through these cases.
Credentials & credits
- Degree in Sociology
- Minor in Women and Gender Studies
- Academic certification in Diversity and Stratification
What kind of podcast
- Country
- KR
- Region
- east asia
When new episodes drop
- 01Femicide at Exit 10 (Case of Kim Seong-min 김성민) | Korean True Crime 한국 범죄실화Jun 24, 2026 · 43 min
- 02Jars of Teeth (Case of Pastor Oh 오정환) | Korean True Crime 한국 범죄실화Jun 16, 2026 · 47 min
- 03Dying Message (Case of Han In-taek 한인택) | Korean True Crime 한국 범죄실화May 20, 2026 · 36 min
- 04Very Important Predator (Case of Yoon Ji-a 윤지아) | Korean True Crime 한국 범죄실화May 12, 2026 · 38 min
- 05The Korean Dream (Case of Taechangho 제7호 태창호) | Korean True Crime 한국 범죄실화May 8, 2026 · 59 min
- 06Buried Secrets | Korean True Crime 한국 범죄실화Apr 22, 2026 · 31 min
- 07Master Sergeant (Case of Lee Ye-ram 이예람) | Korean True Crime 한국 범죄실화Apr 7, 2026 · 49 min
- 08Killed for Custody (Case of Koh Yoo-jeong 고유정) | Korean True Crime 한국 범죄실화Mar 31, 2026 · 43 min
Notable episodes
- 01Femicide at Exit 10 (Case of Kim Seong-min)
Chronicles the 2016 Gangnam Station murder, exploring the nationwide debate it ignited about femicide versus violence due to mental illness in South Korea.
- 02Jars of Teeth (Case of Pastor Oh)
A shocking account of a Korean cult leader, his lavish lifestyle, and the horrific abuse members endured, including the discovery of jars filled with human teeth.
- 03Dying Message (Case of Han In-taek)
Details a flawed murder investigation centered on a 22-second emergency call, exploring coerced confessions and the concept of auditory pareidolia in forensic analysis.
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a single-host narrative show with no interviews or guests. Episodes are structured chronologically, beginning with a content warning and the host's standard introduction. The host, Mimi Mizicko, uses rhetorical questions to build suspense and regularly promotes the show's Patreon, Discord, and merchandise.
Signature segments
- · Host Introduction: "Welcome to Korean True Crime with me, your host..."
- · Content warning at the start of each episode
- · Promotion of Patreon and Discord community
- · Episode titles including the case name in English and Korean
Topics covered repeatedly
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is primarily listener-supported through Patreon and merchandise sales, suggesting a highly engaged and dedicated audience invested in the show's continuation.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who is the host of the podcast?
- The host is Mimi Mizicko.
- What are the host's qualifications?
- Mimi Mizicko has a degree in Sociology with a minor in Women and Gender Studies and a certification in Diversity and Stratification.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is a solo-narrated true crime podcast with no guests or interviews.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast releases episodes on a weekly basis.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube and major podcast platforms.
- How can I support the show?
- You can support the show through its Patreon or by purchasing merchandise.
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