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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Serial” is a common card of the Memes World series 75, number 22368 of the collection, and the 246th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Serial” meme mean?
This term refers to the massive cultural engagement with an immersive investigative narrative. It expresses fascination with complex judicial details and the quest for truth behind an unsolved murder. Usage often highlights the addictive nature of listening to a well-told true story or the lasting impact of an audio medium on a specific criminal case.
Where does the “Serial” meme come from?
The phenomenon began on October 3, 2014, with the broadcast of the pilot episode 'The Alibi' on This American Life. Created by Sarah Koenig and produced with Julie Snyder, this spin-off of the famous radio show focused on reopening the case of Hae Min Lee, a high school student murdered in Baltimore in 1999. Her ex-boyfriend, Adnan Syed, had been convicted for the crime. Available on serialpodcast.org and iTunes, the first season attracted millions of listeners. This unprecedented success transformed crime podcasts into a major cultural force, massively popularizing the true crime audio genre worldwide.
- 2014Official launch on October 3, 2014, with the broadcast of the first episode on This American Life.
How to use the “Serial” meme
- Listen closely to each episode to dissect the flaws in the original police investigation.
- Use the term to describe a captivating audio documentary centered on a real judicial case.
- Cite Serial as an essential reference when discussing the rise of narrative journalism.
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The “Serial” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22368 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 75 |
| Fame | 56/100 · #246 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Serial” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Serial comes out of the Memes World series 75 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is the subject of the Serial podcast?
It covers the reopening of Hae Min Lee's murder case and the conviction of her ex, Adnan Syed.
Who hosts the Serial podcast?
Sarah Koenig is the lead journalist, produced in collaboration with Julie Snyder.
Why did Serial become so popular?
Its immersive narrative format propelled true crime into mainstream global culture.
How do I get the Serial meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Serial” is a common card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Serial card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Memes can turn regular people into unwitting celebrities · How the investigation of Adnan Syed became a podcast phenomenon · The Adnan Syed Case | A&E · checked on October 17, 2026.
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