12 Jeffrey Dahmer Podcast Episodes If You're Curious About The Milwaukee Cannibal
There are plenty of TV shows and movies about Jeffrey Dahmer, featuring stars like Evan Peters in Netflix’s Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, and Ross Lynch in My Friend Dahmer. (Note: if you are curious about his life, but don't want to see him glorified, My Friend Dahmer ends before any killings, and offers insight into the killer's upbringing.) But what is the best Jeffrey Dahmer podcast episode?
There are popular, three-part series from The Last Podcast on the Left and Morbid podcasts. These episodes cover Jeffrey Dahmer’s childhood, the horrors discovered in his Milwaukee apartment, how he came to be known as "The Milwaukee Cannibal," and how he was caught. Some episodes do not discuss the names of Dahmer’s victims, out of respect to the families.
For those who enjoy the morbid details, some of these episodes put it all out there, the good, the bad, and the ugly. Others, like the one from Timesuck with Dan Cummins, insert humor to break up the traumatic moments with comic relief. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick rundown of this case, or want something that takes its time, and doesn’t leave anything out, there are popular episodes about Jeffrey Dahmer on this list.
1. Last Podcast on the Left
Episode: “Episode 124: Dahmer Part III: Paint It White”
Episode summary: Last Podcast on the Left covers “heavy hitter” Jeffrey Dahmer in a three-part series. In “Dahmer Part III,” the guys go through Dahmer's later kills, capture, and eventual death in prison at the hands of another inmate. As usual, Marcus Parks brings the thorough research, while Henry Zebrowski and Ben Kissel cut through the tension of this horrifying story with their humor.
Length: 66:47
2. Morbid
Episode: “Episode 100: Jeffrey Dahmer Part 1”
Episode summary: For their 100th episode, Morbid finally covers their most-requested case, Jeffrey Dahmer. This is the first in a three-part series, beginning with his childhood and teen years, and his first two murders. Alaina brings her unique perspective as an autopsy technician to the case, and Ash brings her sense of humor and a healthy disgust for Dahmer's brutal crimes.
Length: 57:39
3. True Crime Garage
Episode: “JEFFREY DAHMER / / / / / / 03"
Episode summary: Hosts Nic and Captain tackle the case of infamous serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer, who happened to grow up in Ohio, the home of True Crime Garage. This episode gets into the terrifying details of Dahmer's crimes, from early murders in Ohio to when he was finally caught in Wisconsin. The hosts mull over rumors - like if Dahmer was involved in the disappearance of Adam Walsh - as well as discuss how he got to the place where he could take human lives.
Length: 59:03
4. Murder Mystery & Makeup
Episode summary: Makeup artist Bailey Sarian is known for her YouTube series (of the same name), in which she does her makeup while sharing a true crime story. In the podcast, she covers the brutal case of Jeffrey Dahmer with commentary here and there, and moments of comic relief. On Sarian's show, she opted not to name any of the victims, in order to protect their privacy, and not bring more grief to the victims' families.
Length: 61:01
5. You're Wrong About
Episode: “Jeffrey Dahmer"
Episode summary: Host Sarah, a journalist, takes a different look at the Dahmer case, focusing on how poor policing allowed him to continue his crimes for so long. She also establishes the history and attitudes of the times, the ever-present danger of strangers kidnapping children in vans, and how the segregation of Milwaukee as well as rampant homophobia assisted in the cops not caring about Dahmer's crimes (and the many reports made against him before he was finally caught).
Length: 58:09
6. The Generation Why Podcast
Episode: “Jeffrey Dahmer - 261”
Episode summary: Aaron and Justin take their time in this episode to break down the story of Jeffrey Dahmer, while also discussing their thoughts on whether the killer had a larger body count than he admitted. Generation Why has been around since 2012, and was named the most popular true crime podcast in the United States in 2020.
Length: 107:13
7. Rotten Mango
Episode summary: This episode is a deep dive on Dahmer, with Stephanie even reading poems Jeffrey wrote to his father, Lionel, as a child. Rotten Mango is great if you want all of the facts, but also enjoy a bit of editorializing. Stephanie tells the story to her fiancé, so you also have someone reacting with you as you listen. Listeners looking to learn everything about a young Jeffrey Dahmer will love Rotten Mango's take.
Length: 105:44
8. What Makes a Killer
Episode summary: This episode of What Makes A Killer features a high production value, a score, and includes clips from interviews pertinent to the case. Jennifer Nittoso's journalism background means the episode is thoroughly-researched, and her experience in voice acting makes it an easy listen.
Length: 48:15
9. True Crime all the Time
Episode: “Jeffrey Dahmer”
Episode summary: True Crime All The Time spares no details, so buckle up for this episode, because the details about Jeffrey Dahmer's crimes are chilling. Co-hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson break down Dahmer's childhood, problems with addiction, and how he devolved into becoming “The Milwaukee Cannibal.” They also discuss whether Dahmer is a case of nature versus nurture, and how his early life shaped the dangerous man he would become.
Length: 82:20
10. Timesuck with Dan Cummins
Episode summary: Timesuck with Dan Cummins is for those looking for their true crime with a heavy dose of sarcasm and humor. The show has production value, with different segments and custom stings, and comedian Dan is not afraid to share his opinions about the topics he's covering. If you have a long drive, or just more time on your hands, this episode is a good way to go.
Length: 92:10
11. Murder in America
Episode summary: If you're looking for a detailed podcast with multiple hosts, production value, and a score, this episode from Murder in America might be your favorite. This episode pieces in clips from interviews with Dahmer himself, as well as with his parents, Lionel and Joyce. Murder in America aims to bring light to the facts you might not know about Dahmer, like his middle school alcoholism, and the jogger he almost killed.
Length: 53:44
12. The Serial Killer Podcast
Episode: “Jeffrey Dahmer"
Episode summary: The Serial Killer Podcast is good if you are looking for a quick, to-the-point episode, without all of the banter between co-hosts. This episode gives all the details about the crimes, in a very straightforward manner. Bonus - if you enjoy accents, the show is hosted by Thomas Wiborg-Thune of Oslo, Norway.
Length: 35:28
This was originally published on Ranker.com.
