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 correlation to explore the relationship between these emotions and 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.