S-Town

S-Town is an investigative journalism podcast that begins with a cryptic report of an alleged murder in Woodstock, Alabama. Host Brian Reed embarks on a journey to uncover the truth, developing an unexpected relationship with the town's resident John B. McLemore and discovering a complex web of secrets, history, and human connection beneath the surface of this small Southern community.

Released as a complete seven-chapter series on March 28, 2017, S-Town was groundbreaking in its simultaneous release strategy, allowing listeners to experience the entire investigation at once rather than waiting for weekly episodes. The podcast's immersive storytelling and intimate character study transcended typical true crime formats, exploring themes of isolation, identity, and the gap between perception and reality.

Produced by the acclaimed team behind Serial and This American Life, S-Town represents a distinctive approach to investigative journalism, combining meticulous reporting with deeply human narratives that challenge listeners' expectations about small-town life and the stories left untold.