True Crime Garage

Nic and the Captain have been cracking beers and talking about unsolved murders since 2015, and honestly, the format hasn't changed much, which is part of the charm. Each week they pick a case (sometimes stretched over two or three episodes), crack open a craft beer they rate and review, and walk through what's known. The appeal is less about breaking new ground and more about hanging out with two friends who've clearly done their homework. Nic handles most of the narrative heavy lifting while the Captain interjects with questions, theories, and the occasional bad joke. They're not journalists, they're not pretending to be, and they're refreshingly upfront about that. Cases range from well-known names like the West Memphis Three to obscure regional mysteries that barely made local news. Episodes usually run around an hour, with a loose, conversational rhythm that makes long drives disappear. The beer reviews are a quirky but genuine part of the show, usually featured at the top before things turn grim. With over a thousand episodes in the archive, newcomers have plenty to chew on, and the back catalog holds up. It's comfort listening for the true crime crowd, even when the subject matter is anything but comfortable.