What does our fascination with true crime say about us?

If you subscribe to any of the popular streaming video platforms you’d have to have your eyes closed to have missed the almost pervasive presence of true crime related content. True crime is definitely having its moment, and is seemingly everywhere! From podcasts like “Serial” and “My Favorite Murder” to TV shows like “Forensic Files” and “The First 48,” there is no question true crime as a genre of storytelling has exploded in popularity.

But why?

Well, I asked an AI bot this very question, and here’s what it told me:

The trend (in true crime) has been fueled by the rise of streaming platforms and the ability to access a wide variety of content on demand. In addition, the internet has made it easier for people to share information and connect with others who have a similar interest in true crime. As a result, true crime has become a mainstream genre, with new books, podcasts, and TV shows being produced on a regular basis.

So don’t take it from me.