Reviews

Laura’s knowledge and experience is incredible and offers valuable insight to not just professionals who work in the field but equally anyone who is seeking validation to what they may be experiencing in their own life and relationships. So often those subjected to coercive control and stalking all they know is how the behaviour makes them feel but can’t put that experience into words.

Laura’s work is so interesting and necessary. I’d give her podcast 10 stars if I could.

I initially found Laura from Real Crime Profile so many years ago. Laura never ceases to amaze me with her high level critical analysis of the issue at hand. A consummate professional.

So we’ll researched and presented love the way you have taught us to look at the whole picture no just what mainstream media are reporting And the way you talk about the victim Sooooo good thank you much Janet

I am so thankful for Laura Richard’s and her tireless efforts to make this world a better place. She is truly courageous. I learn incredibly valuable and actionable information from her on every episode! Keep it going Laura - the world needs you!

Laura Richard’s does an amazing job presenting cases. Her background with Scotland Yard shows as she has the knowledge to investigate a case and provide accurate information. Her interviews of victims families are intelligent and thoughtful. My favorite true crime podcast and it will be yours as well.

Although I was in a coercive and controlling relationship for many years, I still didn’t quite understand what had happened to me until I found Crime Analyst. Laura corrected my understanding and has made me feel heard and actually, normal! Although I rate every single episode, In particular, her coverage of The Gabby Petito case has been eye watering and remarkable. The pointing out of every single small nuance of the behaviour of BL and the officers. For me, very very relatable and important to be aware of. Amazing work, I really appreciate her hard work, empathy and how important every woman and Child’s life is to her. The training and knowledge to be had in these FREE episodes is undeniable and unbeatable bar having personal training with her! I’m always left in awe.

Laura’s expert analysis of crimes involving domestic abuse, coercive control, stalking, family violence, and other types of abusive relationships has changed my whole way of thinking about the criminal justice system and its inherent misogyny. Keep up the good work, Laura. Women everywhere should be very grateful to you.

I’ve really taken time to find the words I want to use to express my deepest gratitude for Laura’s work and Crime Analyst. Laura’s work and listening to Crime Analyst is - Giving me words for my experience. - Providing a new framework and giving me permission to put my (and others) experience at the centre of my story. - Because I can begin to centre myself, and with accurate words describing what happened, it’s allowed space to heal at a whole new level - with true worth for this life at the centre, and finding genuine compassion for my experiences. That compassion has only arisen as I can now accurately label what’s happened, identify what was not healthy, and from there know that it wasn’t my fault. - It’s given me a language to identify what I see in the world. - It’s given me a language that keeps me out of confusion and to trust myself living in the patriarchy. - Be curious, ask questions and always trust your instincts. This is so permission giving and empowering. - Listening to Laura, with her immense intelligence, huge compassion, fierce professionalism and willingness to call out poor and or harmful standards of care, gives me permission to not dumb down my voice as a woman, and as a highly intelligent one as well. - I’m deeply grateful to Laura for her work, and want to acknowledge the huge courage and effort it must have taken and takes to do all of what Laura has done. Thank you for who you are and what you have done and are doing.

Laura Richards' podcast, "Crime Analyst," is a guiding light in the true crime world. She blends expert analysis with genuine compassion for victims and their families, which is so refreshing in such a tough genre. Laura breaks down the psychology of crime and its effects on people, but she explains it all in a way that's easy to understand. What I love most is her passion for standing up for women and pushing for change. She brings empathy into every discussion and genuinely cares about making a difference. Her insights from each episode raise awareness of dangerous issues and can potentially save lives! Laura Richards is exactly the kind of person we need more of in this world, showing us how understanding and kindness can make a real impact. Listening to "Crime Analyst" has taught me how to be a better person and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants their voice to be heard.

Laura Richards never misses. I love the way she focuses on the victim, with empathy for the victim and their family, and does so in a non-judgmental way. I could (and sometimes do) listen to Laura all day.

This is absolutely the kind of work that crime-related media should learn from: retelling of stories centered around the victims, survivors, the impact of crime and when the justice system/law enforcement fail to do their job, analyses of events that are detailed, surgical, informative as well as educational. It is a much-needed breath of clean air in the murky space of crime genre, setting itself apart from empathy-voided tales of over-sensationalized violence, further exploitation of victims and survivors, glorification or mystification of criminals, or the lack of reflection on the toxic cultures that have allowed them to proliferate. From the qualification of the host Laura Richards to the professional quality of the episodes, from the guests' input to the survivors' many inspirational stories, this podcast is truly remarkable throughout. The issues of violence, abuse, and other crimes perpetrated predominantly by men towards women and children, and the failure of societies to take effective actions to protect them are, sadly, still very much globally relevant in this day and age. Such matters are the core of this podcast, as Laura examines case after case through a critical lens, with no detail too small to spare. Indeed, it's all been going on for far too long. I do believe that, no matter who you are, there is something to be learned from this podcast, but perhaps even more so for the decision-makers, those in power, and men who want to make a difference. For me, it is a difficult listen, for the simple fact that the content of the cases presented can be hard to process emotionally. Though Laura always reminds us that we are lovely and her voice carries a firm, steady and reliable presence, in many episodes, it is a constant exercise to keep the overwhelming feelings of sadness, disgust and rage in check. As Laura says, it can be triggering, and do take care! (My 2 cents: When listening, keep many videos/pictures of animals being cute handy, I know they definitely help me stay calm-ish during the most stressful parts. Also take breaks as needed, remember to do breathwork, and listen to something lighter also helps!)

Huge fan of Laura and her interview technique she’s an absolute amazing woman and what she’s done for other women around the world is amazing.

Laura’s podcast is one of the few I have listened to consistently and have done so from the start. Her depth of knowledge, professionalism, and wealth of experience are second to none. Most importantly, she keeps victims at the centre of their own murder/story so they are no longer forgotten victims and their lives matter. Her guests are compelling in their experiences and knowledge too, and this podcast takes you deep into often familiar crimes, from the victims’ perspective. Laura’s work on coercive control has been instrumental in leading governments in the UK and Australia to change laws that take victims of emotional abuse and stalking seriously. She knows these are early signs of ‘murder in slow motion’ and brings a rare highly trained, female perspective. Laura not only talks the talk but she walks what she believes in. I am certain many women will owe their lives to this and I have huge respect for her. Thank you for the enormous amount of time and effort you put into this podcast, the tireless work you do and the changes you inform in real life.

Crime Analyst has given me incredible passion and purpose! Thank you to Laura for the education and insight her podcast provides. She is truly inspiring and once you’ve listened to an episode or two, you can’t help but see DV, stalking & coercive control with a completely different lens. As a result I was able to make a meaningful impact with a mother and her newborn baby.

Laura is the most outstanding woman dedicatedly and brilliantly leading the way in placing women into view, changing the law on coercive control, an indefatigable, clear as a bell, super-intelligent voice for change. I admire her more than I have admired any public figure. I know her from Real Crime Profile and already know she’s great. But this podcast, oh wow. What isn’t apparent from Real Crime Profile is just what an intelligent, analytical, forensic, all-seeing interviewer she is. I have never heard a better interviewer. She wears all this lightly and is quick to raise up her guests and their achievements. It is a very special thing to hear her get th best out of her guests and the results are fascinating and full of insights you haven’t heard before. Even with subjects that you thought you knew a lot about. I’ve just listened to the Prince Andy Newsnight episodes. They are excellent. Two intelligent women speaking together, not hiding their intelligence and knowledge. Not bantering or giggling. Oh, it’s so rare! Laura asks questions informed by her forensic background, she actually asks what you want to know! She is so incredibly skilled as an interviewer, multi-dimensional. We all know Emily Maitliss did a good job on the Newsnight interview. If Andy ever fancies another go at it, I‘m sure the Crime Analyst’s door is always open. Laura in case you read this you are a hero.

Brazilian listener here and I am a huge fan of Laura and all of her work! I always learn so much from the episodes and to listen to a woman with such knowledge, so intelligent and so compassionate about helping people is something that keeps my soul warm. Thank you, Laura! For all the amazing work that you do and for always shining a light on the victims and not the perpetrators. Because those are the people that really matter and deserve our attention. Keep up with the good work, all the best! Gabi

Laura Richards analysis of Gabby Petito's murder, *femicide*, deserves wide recognition. Gabby's murder illustrates the dangers all women face from domestic violence. Laura's advocacy for our safety is essential--we cannot only warn of "stranger danger", we must also warn of and be able to recognize intimate partner violence and coercive control!

I just discovered this podcast and I have been binging it for the past two days. I can’t stop lifting! also, I find Laura‘s voice very soothing

I’ve always listened to, or watched true crime , it is often uncomfortable, as it should be, but usually for the wrong reasons due to sensationalism, centralising of the perpetrator and diluting the the existence of, and death of the victim. This podcast is refreshingly victim centric and reinforces the wider brutal impact that violence and murder has on not just the primary victim but also family members and others. I applaud Laura for taking the establishment to task and alerting us to the failing’s of what is still a patriarchal system. Well done!

Impressive work on your Gabby Petito series, Laura! The depth of your analysis is so incredible. You allowed Gabby’s story to be heard and the subtleties understood. Thank you for the psychoeducation provided around DV and coercive control. (I work in this field myself). This is such an important conversation that we really don’t seem to be having often enough. Thank you for all you do to give victims in these situations a voice, so their stories can be heard. Love your work!

This podcast opened up the Sophie Toscan du Plantier case with fresh and honest insights. A truly great addition to the work of journalists on this unsolved crime. I live in ireland and I have watched and listened do everything on this case. This was truly refreshing and the analysis thorough, with a much-needed spotlight on the misogyny of the DPP report and the deeply sexist and flippant summing-up of female testimony in particular. The podcast called out the lack of investigation into, or weight given to, the repeated behavioural patterns and personality of the suspect. It exposed the derisory summing up that brushed over contextual evidence and statements. It showed how the DPP decision ignored the underlying fear and consequent bias that underpinned the evidence given from a long term, manipulated and violently abused victim of the suspect. I really appreciated the wider perspective on the experience of women in the suspect’s life and the raw anger at the belittling of domestic violence and sexually predatory behaviour. Highly recommended this podcast and can’t wait to listen to more- thank you for your work.

Love love love love this podcast. I’m obsessed with it! Have learnt so much from listening to it. First heard of Laura Richard’s through The Lady Vanishes and cannot get enough of her since. I want Laura’s words to spread everywhere (especially to law enforcement and governments) like a really virulent virus!

**Facebook Review: 5 Stars** Brilliant! Laura is the best!! She leaves no stone unturned. Her love and compassion really shine through for all her victims and survivors like me. Thank you, Laura, for using your platform to help your viewers get to the truth. I am so grateful for your dedication as a crime analyst. Your #1 fan Colette Martin

Huge thank you Laura for analyzing and deconstructing the Nicola Bulley case (especially your analysis of the College of Policing Review) on the crime analyst youtube channel. The Nicola Bulley case had gained a lot of worldwide attention due to speculation and conspiracy theories. Similar to that, the police said right from the start of the investigation that it was their working hypothesis that Nicola fell into the water with no evidence of crime and third party involvement. The police did not cordon off the bench where Nicola`s phone and the dog`s harness were recovered. There are questions to be asked about the police`s working hypothesis and Nicola`s vulnerabilities that were shared at the 15th February Press Conference which was utterly defensive. Also, Nicola`s case was declared as a critical incident on 16th February. They should have deployed family liaison officers far earlier on. #LeadershipMatters #Leadership #TrustandConfidence #DecisionMaking #Accountability #NicolaBulley #Lancashire

In my top 2 favourite true crime podcasts - detailed, insightful, educational & engaging. Thankyou for sharing your expertise Laura - your courage is contagious!

Laura’s podcast is so informative and her hard work on and off mic, educating the world and those in power about the truth of gendered violence is slowly changing the world. You’re my shero!

Crime Analyst is my absolute favorite podcast! I am constantly inspired by Laura Richards' advocacy for women and victims. Her unmatched expertise and passion are evident in every episode, and her insights are so valuable that I often find myself taking notes and using the information in my daily life. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in true crime and justice! Thank you, Laura!

Unreal breakdowns, smart angles and a presenter that’s fast become my absolute favourite. Laura treats her audience like they’re smart and gives you room to think for yourself. Thank you ! Fascinating beyond any analysis I’ve heard recently… love your work Laura. So happy to have discovered you x

In general, a coronial inquest is similar to a public hearing where the coroner reviews and goes through all the evidence to identify the manner and cause of death. Witnesses were called to give evidence of their knowledge and understanding based on the circumstances of the death. I love your analysis of the coronial inquest and the College of Policing Review in which this was a significant event given the speculation and public interest surrounding this case. #NicolaBulley #Lancashire