Firebug is a gripping investigative true crime podcast that explores the chilling intersection of criminal reality and literary fiction. Hosted by Kary Antholis, the series meticulously reconstructs the decade-long reign of a serial arsonist in Southern California, whose trail of destruction culminated in four murders. The show is distinguished by its focus on a bizarre piece of evidence: a manuscript that blurred the lines between a novelist's imagination and a killer's confession. With a narrative style that emphasizes deep-dive investigative journalism, the podcast appeals to listeners who enjoy high-stakes mysteries, psychological profiling, and the unraveling of complex cold cases. It serves as both a standalone exploration of a notorious criminal investigation and a companion piece to the Apple TV+ series Smoke.