TED Talks Daily is ideal for listeners seeking short, educational, and inspiring content from a wide range of experts. Crime Junkie is better suited for true crime enthusiasts who enjoy detailed narratives and a casual, relatable approach to storytelling.
| Attribute | TED Talks Daily | Crime Junkie |
|---|---|---|
| Name | TED Talks Daily | Crime Junkie |
| Host(s) | Elise Hu, Atossa Leoni (TEDx SHORTS), Modupe Akinola (TED Business), Chris Duffy (How to Be a Better Human), Shoshana Ungerleider (TED Health) | Ashley Flowers and Brit Prawat |
| Average Episode Length | Around 15 minutes (10-20 minutes) | Typically ranges from 30 minutes to an hour. Some episodes can be longer; for example, "INFAMOUS: University of Idaho Murders" is 85 minutes. |
| Release Schedule | Daily, every weekday | Weekly, with new episodes every Monday |
| Guest Speakers | Experts, thinkers, and creators from various fields | While the primary format features Ashley and Brit, "Crime Junkie AF" includes guest hosts each month. |
| Production Quality | Hosted on Acast | Known for thorough research and detailed storytelling. Ashley's brother, David Flowers, helps with the editing. |
| Target Audience | Individuals seeking thought-provoking ideas and new perspectives; teachers, leaders, and anyone interested in educational issues | Caters to true crime enthusiasts. The podcast is particularly popular among women. A survey indicated that a large percentage of listeners are highly educated and have incomes over $50k per year. |
| Educational Value | Highly educational, offering insights and information on diverse topics | Provides information on true crime cases, often highlighting lesser-known stories. The podcast also uses its platform to advocate for victims and encourage listeners to get involved in helping to solve cases. |
| Entertainment Value | Engaging and enjoyable | Designed to be engaging and captivating, with a conversational style. The storytelling is intended to keep listeners on the edge of their seats. |
| Storytelling Style | Personal anecdotes and narratives | Ashley Flowers narrates the cases with urgency and empathy, while Brit Prawat provides a complementary perspective, often asking questions and adding insights. The podcast delivers gripping stories of solved and unsolved murders, missing persons, and more. |
| Audio Quality | Hosted on Acast, may utilize dynamic content insertion | Generally clear and well-produced. |
| Content Originality | Talks from TED and TEDx conferences | While the podcast has faced plagiarism concerns in the past, it appears to have addressed these issues. The hosts explore both well-known and obscure true crime cases. |
| Overall Tone | Thought-provoking and inspiring | The tone is casual and relatable, making listeners feel like they're discussing true crime with friends. However, the podcast also addresses serious topics appropriately. |
| Price | Not available | Not available |
| Ratings | Not available | Not available |