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Brilliant True Crime Podcast!
Absolutely BRILLIANT podcast by experts that know so much. Laura breaking down facts along with Jim is a treasure cove of informational facts. My favorite true crime podcast. 5 Stars!!! Thank you. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
I would recommend The Crime Analyst to anyone who is interested in the Sophie Toscan du Plantier case. Laura’s perspective is different from any other I have heard in the media so far. She brings considerable professional expertise to the table, as well centring the victim as a whole person. Listeners familiar with previous media treatment of this case and the main suspect will be punching the air as they finally hear a broadcaster (with criminal justice expertise, to boot) refuse to trivialise serious domestic violence. Highly recommended.
I absolutely adore Laura. Having followed other projects that she has worked on, I was so happy when I found this podcast. She is always fair and balanced but her focus on victims over perpetrators and her work with protecting girls and women makes her my actual hero!
Advocate
Thank you for bringing some of the darkest realities of women to light. You are truly helping to start the change. Your work on coercive control should be taught in high school health classes
I have the greatest admiration for Laura.
Excellent podcast
This is a brilliant podcast. So well researched, laid out and presented in respect of YR and then the special episodes on top of that are amazing and bring Laura’s very obvious skill and opinions into current topical and serious issues.
Well worth sticking with!
Big fan of Laura from her work with Real Crime Profile but I have to say Crime Analyst didn’t grab me from the beginning. The deep dive into PS was *deep* and the level of detail was admirable if not always engaging. However it’s really found it’s feet and the diversified content has been really welcome! Love listening to this now and if anyone is unsure I would encourage you to stick with it!
Excellent expert analysis that puts victims first.
Crime Analyst
Laura brings it as usual, she’s an advocate for those that cannot speak for themselves.
Excellent, informative, refreshing
Brilliant Teacher! I love listening to Laura I have learned so much about Cohersive Control and in turn I have been able to help many of my patients. Clinically relevant and interesting. I hope Laura champions changing laws in the US as she did in the UK re domestic violence and coercive control. 🙌🏻
Laura Richards expose on the treatment of the women who were victims and victim survivors of a notorious UK serial killer is a must-listen. She picks apart the misogyny and incompetence of the investigation in a way that will open your mind and leave you reeling. It's amazing.
Thorough — Revealing
THE best crime podcast out there. I appreciate the focus on the victims as well as the broad and deep approach to the current day investigation. *The terrible music devalues the overall experience and lowers the expectation of valuable information.
Does it get any more important than this?
Laura is truly the most knowledgeable, experienced, hardest-working, best informed, and most articulate person in podcasting, and that’s not to mention her tremendously impactful career in law enforcement, victim advocacy, and public awareness. I can’t recommend this podcast enough, it’s eye-opening and extremely educational, the prevalence of violence against women and girls is horrifying and every possible measure should be taken to end it. Educating yourself and the men in your life particularly is so important!!!!
Brilliant
Fabulously presented facts which shares the most important aspect of true crime….. the stories of the victims.
Finally some in-depth knowledge and real intelligence in the field of crime analysis. Laura's meticulous nature and highly considered delivery is truly infectious, leaving the listener wanting more and finally being able to see the crimes from the perspective of the person who matters the most. The Victim. Women and children now have a voice through her. Laura's delivery is impeccable, I am utterly hooked.
Laura Richards is truly amazing. Her passion and drive are insperational. I urged you to listen to her podcasts; which at times can be a challenging and disturbing experience. Laura, thank you.
Critical forensic analysis from a modern woman’s perspective
Have so much respect and admiration for all the work Laura Richards does for victims. I love listening to her logical, empathetic, and no-stone-unturned podcast.
Strong Analysis
Laura gives victims a voice. Great analysis of the case and impact on families and survivors. Highly recommended.
Aside from her impeccable credentials, experience and expertise, Laura is so very articulate and clear and champions the victims and their families, raising up the victims to front and centre, relegating the ghastly perps to only such mention as is necessary to analyse their terrible crimes. Follow Laura, too, in the Realcrimeprofile podcast and on Twitter, she's marvelous!
Listen carefully and learn ❤️
I devour my podcasts of choice. I listen at 1-1/2 speed on most so I can enjoy them more quickly. However I leave CRIME ANALYST on standard speed. So much to take in and think about. Dig in, listen, learn, and be empowered! Thank you Ms. Richards you’re our hero 🤟🏼.
This is an excellent, well informed podcast which discusses serious issues such as femecide, coercive control, domestic violence/abuse, murder and what needs to change for the system to do better.
Love this podcast!
I have been a fan of Laura Richards for many years… Laura is an incredible advocate for women, and for all victims of crimes! I love how she always puts the victim first! Thank you Laura for all of your hard work!
✨AN INSPIRATION✨
You can feel how much Laura cares about her work and all the victims/survivors discussed. Laura's passion and empathy are unmatchable. Thank you Laura for all that you do!
Kerri Kasem and Casey Kasem
Excellent podcast featuring Kerri Kasem. Insightful and thought-provoking. Elder abuse is not discussed enough in society. Laura lets her guests not only tell their stories and share expertise, but allows them to process their thoughts in a kind, respectful way. Highly recommend! Nanette