«Velnoga» creators discuss making of the true-crime podcast and its ethical questions
In a bonus episode, the makers of the true-crime podcast «Velnoga» explain how the show came together and answer listener questions. The discussion also touches on the ethics of telling stories about violent crimes.
The team behind the true-crime podcast «Velnoga» has released a bonus episode looking behind the scenes of the show and reflecting on why they chose to tell audiences about serious crimes.
In the episode, the authors describe how the first three episodes of the podcast were created, covering cases involving cannibalism, a massacre at a kindergarten, and the killing of a spouse. They explain how these particular stories were chosen and what the research process behind them looked like.
Ethical questions
One of the central topics of the conversation is the ethical dilemmas involved in creating content about murders and other serious crimes. The hosts share their thoughts on the responsibility that comes with retelling real, tragic events, and on how to balance a factual account with respect for victims and those affected.
Historical context
The bonus episode also explains the historical and social context surrounding the crimes covered in the podcast, helping listeners better understand the circumstances in which such events could have occurred at the time.
The hosts additionally respond to questions submitted by listeners following the release of earlier episodes. As a result, the bonus episode offers a look both into how the podcast is made and into a direct dialogue with its audience.
