About This Episode
A nuanced approach to German criminal cases
Paulina Krasa and Laura Wohlers have created a podcast format that goes far beyond simply retelling German criminal cases—it analyzes them comprehensively. In each episode, the hosts examine two thematically connected cases while discussing both legal and psychological dimensions. This approach distinguishes the podcast from conventional true crime storytelling through its analytical rigor.
Produced by Partner-in-Crime in collaboration with Studio Women's, the podcast follows a journalistically grounded methodology. The hosts focus on German criminal cases, illuminating not only the crimes themselves but also their broader societal context. Legal, psychological, and social perspectives are woven together to create a complete picture.
The people behind the cases
Mordlust stands apart by centering on the individuals involved in each case. "True crime means that behind every case are real people and their destinies," Krasa and Wohlers emphasize. This foundational principle shapes their work: the hosts speak with experts, involved parties, and victims, creating a multidimensional portrait of each criminal case.
The thematic structure enables viewers to recognize patterns and connections between different cases. Rather than presenting isolated stories, the hosts place cases within broader contexts—psychological offender profiles, legal precedents, or social conditions that may facilitate crime.