This research examines how fear and curiosity influence true crime media preferences in the United States. Drawing on survey data from 1,091 respondents, the study applies logistic regression, chi-squared tests, and Spearman's rank correlation to explore the relationship between these emotions and the consumption of true-crime TV shows and podcasts. The findings suggest that curiosity, more than fear, predicts podcast engagement, while both emotions play a role in TV show viewership. Visualizations further highlight curiosity as a key driver of podcast interest, offering insight into the psychological factors shaping true crime media consumption.