The Binge Crimes: Fatal Fantasy
by Sony Music Entertainment
Is this your podcast?Sony Music Entertainment is a major player in the music industry, known for its extensive catalog of artists and influence in media. As a host, they leverage their expertise in storytelling to produce engaging audio content, expanding their…
Insights from recent episode analysis
Audience Interest
- true crime stories
- investigative journalism
Podcast Focus
- murder of Dr. Robert Schwartz
- paganistic themes in crime
Publishing Consistency
- weekly or more often
- active for four years
Platform Reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- no specific platforms detected
Insights are generated by CastFox AI using publicly available data, episode content, and proprietary models.
Most discussed topics
Brands & references
Total monthly reach
Estimated from 38 chart positions in 38 markets.
By chart position
- 🇺🇸US · True Crime#25100K to 300K
- 🇨🇦CA · True Crime#33100K to 300K
- 🇦🇺AU · True Crime#44100K to 300K
- 🇩🇪DE · True Crime#1435K to 30K
- 🇮🇳IN · True Crime#3330K to 100K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
255K to 815K🎙 ~2x weekly·136 episodes·Last published today - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
509K to 1.6M🇺🇸18%🇨🇦18%🇦🇺18%+35 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
153K to 489K3.4K real followers tracked across platforms
Market Insights
Platform Distribution
Reach across major podcast platforms, updated hourly
Total Followers
—
Total Plays
—
Total Reviews
—
* Data sourced directly from platform APIs and aggregated hourly across all major podcast directories.
On the show
From 21 epsHosts
Recent guests
Recent episodes
The Poet | 5. Breaking Point
Jul 29, 2026
40m 40s
The Poet | 4. Ruth Under Siege
Jul 22, 2026
38m 41s
The Poet | 3. The Stabbing
Jul 13, 2026
35m 53s
The Poet | 2. Where’s Ruth?
Jul 8, 2026
34m 23s
The Poet | 1. The Call
Jul 1, 2026
39m 57s
Social Links & Contact
Official channels & resources
RSS Feed
Login
| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/29/26 |  The Poet | 5. Breaking Point | Finally, the police figure out who The Poet is. But now they have to prove it. As this case turns from terrifying to baffling, Wichita police need to get to the bottom of the question: Why Ruth? Want the full story? Binge every episode of The Poet ad-free now by subscribing to The Binge+. You’ll unlock over 60 true crime series instantly, get early access to drops on the first of every month, and hear exclusive bonus episodes. Search for the channel on Apple Podcasts or head to GetTheBinge.com. For behind-the-scenes details, join our free newsletter at Patreon.com/TheBinge. The Poet is a production of Sony Music Entertainment and New Metric Media. Follow @sonypodcasts and discover more at sonymusic.com/podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices at podcastchoices.com/adchoices. The Binge — feed your true crime obsession. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 40m 40s | ||||||
| 7/22/26 |  The Poet | 4. Ruth Under Siege | A letter comes in that brings a promising new lead. Investigators set up shop in the Finley home, but The Poet keeps sneaking through their traps. Want the full story? Binge every episode of The Poet ad-free now by subscribing to The Binge+. You’ll unlock over 60 true crime series instantly, get early access to drops on the first of every month, and hear exclusive bonus episodes. Search for the channel on Apple Podcasts or head to GetTheBinge.com. For behind-the-scenes details, join our free newsletter at Patreon.com/TheBinge. The Poet is a production of Sony Music Entertainment and New Metric Media. Follow @sonypodcasts and discover more at sonymusic.com/podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices at podcastchoices.com/adchoices. The Binge — feed your true crime obsession. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 38m 41s | ||||||
| 7/13/26 | attempted murdermedia coverage+3 | — | Sony Music EntertainmentNew Metric Media+5 | — | murderWichita+3 | — | 35m 53s | ||
| 7/8/26 | kidnappingstalking+3 | — | Sony Music EntertainmentNew Metric Media+2 | Apple PodcastsGetTheBinge.com | Ruthkidnapping+3 | — | 34m 23s | ||
| 7/1/26 | stalkingtrue crime+3 | — | Wichita policeNew Metric Media+4 | — | stalkerBTK+4 | Sony Music Entertainment | 39m 57s | ||
| 6/24/26 | true crimeblackmail+4 | — | Wichita policeThe Binge+3 | — | BTK StranglerRuth Finley+5 | — | 2m 09s | ||
| 6/5/26 | true crimebetrayal+3 | — | Sony Music EntertainmentNovel+3 | — | Cut Color Killtrue crime+3 | — | 45m 21s | ||
| 5/29/26 | murder investigationtrue crime+3 | — | NovelApple Podcasts+3 | — | Fabiomurder+4 | The Binge+ | 39m 44s | ||
| 5/26/26 | internet safetyonline harassment+3 | — | Sony Music EntertainmentNovel+2 | — | internet terroristswatting+3 | — | 2m 23s | ||
| 5/22/26 | undercover operationtrue crime+3 | — | Sony Music EntertainmentNovel+4 | — | undercoverpolice+5 | — | 35m 48s | ||
Want analysis for the episodes below?Free for Pro Submit a request, we'll have your selected episodes analyzed within an hour. Free, at no cost to you, for Pro users. | |||||||||
| 5/15/26 | true crimeprosecution+3 | — | Sony Music EntertainmentNovel+5 | — | true crimeprosecutor+3 | — | 38m 52s | ||
| 5/8/26 | griefsuspicion+3 | — | NovelApple Podcasts+3 | — | Fabiowake+3 | The Binge+ | 34m 47s | ||
| 5/1/26 | true crimehair industry+3 | — | NovelApple Podcasts+1 | TorontoLA | Fabio Sementillitrue crime+3 | The Binge+ | 33m 24s | ||
| 4/24/26 | murder investigationtrue crime+3 | — | The BingeApple Podcasts+1 | Woodland Hills, Los Angeles | Fabio Sementillimurder+3 | — | 2m 03s | ||
| 4/13/26 | murderfamily+4 | — | Sony Music Entertainment | Texas | murderTexas+5 | — | 58m 13s | ||
| 4/6/26 | courtroom justicetrue crime+3 | — | The BingeApple Podcasts+3 | — | Fatal Fantasytrue crime+3 | Sony Music Entertainment | 45m 33s | ||
| 3/30/26 | murder investigationfamily secrets+3 | — | Apple PodcastsGetTheBinge.com+1 | Kentucky | murderinvestigation+3 | — | 1m 58s | ||
| 3/30/26 | true crimevampires+3 | — | — | — | blood-drinking vampireconfession+3 | The BingeN/A | 42m 43s | ||
| 3/26/26 | true crimeinvestigative reporting+3 | Cooper Moll | The BingeCrime Scene+1 | — | true crimeinvestigative journalism+3 | — | 1m 08s | ||
| 3/23/26 | true crimefantasy vs reality+3 | — | Fatal Fantasy | — | fatal battleLord of Chaos+5 | The Binge | 40m 03s | ||
| 3/16/26 | Live Action Role-Playingtrue crime+3 | — | The Underworld | — | Live Action Role-PlayingThe Underworld+3 | Sony Music Entertainment | 39m 32s | ||
| 3/9/26 | investigationtrue crime+4 | — | — | — | murderinvestigation+4 | The Binge | 35m 59s | ||
| 3/2/26 | true crimemurder+3 | — | — | Virginia | murderDNA scientist+3 | Sony Music Entertainment | 39m 13s | ||
| 2/24/26 |  Introducing . . . FATAL FANTASY. | Renowned DNA scientist Dr. Robert Schwartz is found brutally murdered inside his secluded Virginia home in the weeks before Christmas 2001. As investigators dig in, a dark, paganistic theme hovers over the crime. As suspects emerge, a Live Action Role- Playing game, scripted by the least likely person imaginable, reveals a frightening subculture of young adults dabbling in the occult. Greed, control, manipulation and hatred unravel in an outrageous and unbelievable homicidal plot. Join investigative journalist and New York Times bestselling author M. William Phelps as he sorts out the deadly measures some will go to get what they want. Binge all episodes of Fatal Fantasy ad-free March 1st by subscribing to The Binge. Visit The Binge Crimes on Apple Podcasts and hit ‘subscribe’ or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access. The Binge – feed your true crime obsession. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1m 37s | ||||||
| 2/9/26 |  The Crimes of Margo Freshwater | 6. The Reckoning | Tonya is behind bars again. The only thing that can free her is evidence nobody bothered to consider the first time. And if they dismissed her story fifty years ago – why would they trust it now? Binge all episodes of The Crimes of Margo Freshwater ad-free today by subscribing to The Binge. Visit The Binge Crimes on Apple Podcasts and hit ‘subscribe’ or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access. Want more of the story? Join our free newsletter at Patreon.com/TheBinge. The Binge – feed your true crime obsession. The Crimes of Margo Freshwater is brought to you by Glass Entertainment and Sony Music Entertainment. Find out more about The Binge and other podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us @sonypodcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 42m 57s | ||||||
Showing 25 of 150
Pitch Fit is a Pro feature
See how bookable this show is for guests, which brands already advertise, the per-episode ad value, and the best-fit guest and sponsor profile. The numbers are blurred on the free plan.
How readily this show books outside guests like you.
How proven this show is for host-read sponsorships.
For Guests
ProFor Advertisers
ProUpgrade to Pro to unlock guest cadence, sponsor categories, fit scores, and per-episode ad value for this show.
Similar Audience Demographics
Podcasts that attract a similar listener profile
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Sony Music Entertainment is a major player in the music industry, known for its extensive catalog of artists and influence in media. As a host, they leverage their expertise in storytelling to produce engaging audio content, expanding their reach beyond music into the podcasting realm. "The Binge Crimes: Fatal Fantasy" stands out as a gripping true crime documentary podcast that delves into the chilling murder of DNA scientist Dr. Robert Schwartz. It uniquely intertwines elements of a live-action role-playing game with a sinister narrative, exploring themes of greed, manipulation, and the occult. The show offers listeners a deep dive into a dark subculture while unraveling a complex murder investigation. With an audience exceeding 250,000, the podcast appeals to true crime enthusiasts and those intrigued by societal issues and cultural phenomena. Listeners gain valuable insights into the human psyche and the bizarre intersections of crime and fantasy, making it a compelling addition to the documentary genre.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 3.4K
- Total plays: 286
- Total reviews: 3.2K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 45
Castbox
- Followers: 9
- Plays: 286
Podcast App
- Followers: 3.4K
- Reviews: 3.2K
Key insights
What the show covers
- murder of Dr. Robert Schwartz
- paganistic themes in crime
- Live Action Role-Playing games
- homicidal plots and motives
Audience interests
- true crime stories
- investigative journalism
- subcultures and occult
- murder mysteries
Platform reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- no specific platforms detected
- growing listener base
- unknown total followers
Publishing consistency
- weekly or more often
- active for four years
- 136 episodes released
- consistent episode cadence
Chart history for The Binge Crimes: Fatal Fantasy
Peaked at #10 in HU, top 10 in 1 of 38 tracked markets, currently #10 in HU.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HU | — | #10 | #10 | — |
| NG | — | #15 | #15 | — |
| South Africa | — | #21 | #21 | — |
| United States | — | #25 | #25 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #29 | #29 | — |
| IL | — | #29 | #29 | — |
| Ireland | — | #30 | #30 | — |
| Denmark | — | #32 | #32 | — |
| Canada | — | #33 | #33 | — |
| India | — | #33 | #33 | — |
| MY | — | #38 | #38 | — |
| VN | — | #38 | #38 | — |
| Australia | — | #44 | #44 | — |
| TH | — | #53 | #53 | — |
| ID | — | #53 | #53 | — |
| CL | — | #65 | #65 | — |
| GR | — | #67 | #67 | — |
| Brazil | — | #67 | #67 | — |
| AR | — | #77 | #77 | — |
| Finland | — | #82 | #82 | — |
Chart Positions
38 placements across 38 markets.
Chart Positions
38 placements across 38 markets.