Listener Reviews

Incredible to get the insight of someone who has worked inside the police force at such a high level, with so much real life experience. A lot of what is discussed makes perfect sense but strangely not something I have heard discussed before. Feels nice knowing this superhero is looking out at all femicide cases in the press with an investigatory eye

Every podcast I have listened to from Laura’s analysis of cases of violence against women have really helped me understand how systematic cohersive abuse is, it’s like Laura shines a spotlight onto the often hidden and misunderstood nature of violence crimes against women and how prevalent it is and how to be more aware of the signs of dangerous behaviour within an intimate relationship. Laura has been able to explain how misogyny has affected men’s attitudes towards women and how it has affected some women’s attitudes towards other women, and how sex and violence can be used as a weapon or tool by abusive and dangerous men to gain control and exploit women giving these misogynistic men a feeling of power and control. Laura has also been able to show how a patriarchal society and judicial system has often left victims of domestic violence in very dangerous situations and sometimes end up murdered when the level of control escalates. How strangulation is often a precursor to murder. Even though it’s terrifying to be aware of these truths it is a great reminder of the warning signs to watch out for. Education is our weapon against these perpetrators of violence against women. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us all Laura it really has explained some of the things that I have experienced within intimate relationships and how prevalent it is and how toxic masculinity has fuelled the rise in violence against women and how it has become more widespread and commonplace. Thank you for putting into words what we can often not and thank you for helping us understand what’s happening in this world of power dynamics and sexual violence against women and children. This is a very serious issue in our society from the top down. So thank you for explaining everything in layman’s terms so we can all understand what is happening. Sending you my kindest regards from Ireland 🇮🇪

Every podcast I have listened to from Laura’s analysis of cases of violence against women have really helped me understand how systematic cohersive abuse is, it’s like Laura shines a spotlight onto the often hidden and misunderstood nature of violence crimes against women and how prevalent it is and how to be more aware of the signs of dangerous behaviour within an intimate relationship. Laura has been able to explain how misogyny has affected men’s attitudes towards women and how it has affected some women’s attitudes towards other women, and how sex and violence can be used as a weapon or tool by abusive and dangerous men to gain control and exploit women giving these misogynistic men a feeling of power and control. Laura has also been able to show how a patriarchal society and judicial system has often left victims of domestic violence in very dangerous situations and sometimes end up murdered when the level of control escalates. How strangulation is often a precursor to murder. Even though it’s terrifying to be aware of these truths it is a great reminder of the warning signs to watch out for. Education is our weapon against these perpetrators of violence against women. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us all Laura it really has explained some of the things that I have experienced within intimate relationships and how prevalent it is and how toxic masculinity has fuelled the rise in violence against women and how it has become more widespread and commonplace. Thank you for putting into words what we can often not and thank you for helping us understand what’s happening in this world of power dynamics and sexual violence against women and children. This is a very serious issue in our society from the top down. So thank you for explaining everything in layman’s terms so we can all understand what is happening. Sending you my kindest regards from Ireland 🇮🇪

I like to listen to a qualified voice. Informative and astute

I think this podcast is so important for women everywhere, if you have ever experienced abuse or are getting into a new relationship you need to listen as it will make you see you did nothing wrong, you are not weak, you are not stupid you were manipulated and coerced, as for a new relationship Laura tells you what signs you should b looking out for to keep you safe!

Laura is phenomenal. I’m obsessed listening to her work. Highly educational, perceptive, clear, intelligent and compassionate. Thank you so much for what you’re doing. Incredible ambassador for changing archaic behaviour and raising awareness 💪 *essential listening for everyone*

This phenominal woman educates about the backgrounds of real murders and SA and the holes in the system through the breakdown and analysis of real cases, with her very professional Scotland Yard trained lens. She brings understanding of these very predictable femacides and familicides that happen in all of our countries. She also runs very sucessful campaigns to change the problems within our structures which facilitie this. The woman's a genius. Manditory watching and training for every man and woman. She makes detectives out of all of her viewers.

Always on the money, using her knowledge and well honed skills from years of career in new Scotland Yard and beyond. Male violence and misogyny, are her specialty. Evaluating risk and sharing importance of planning she is amazing… a powerful clever woman sharing knowledge for benefit of others. Able to hold space for those who share their story with empathy.. thank you for the work you do advocating for the victims who have been gaslit into silence and exposing the patriarchy that runs on blame and shame.

I appreciate the facts you bring, the education you give. Those of us with an open mind drink this in and assimilate it. We are better informed. Those people with closed minds will hold onto their outdated ideas of the male/female dynamic. No facts will sway them. So... we must keep hammering away. cm

If only we could clone you & put you in EVERY POLICE STATION in the world. You alone would have saved hundreds if not thousands of women & children. Too many people cannot do their jobs correctly & they all need to hear & learn from you. You’re incredible!! Addicted to your podcast & congratulations, your work needs to be rolled out to help catch these killers & save the innocent

This is the only true crime podcast worth listening to. Thank you, Laura, for your tireless work in shining a light on so many deeply entrenched yet largely invisible patterns of behaviour. Your work does so much more than raise awareness - it educates, challenges long-held assumptions, and helps drive meaningful change.

Listening to CA is terrifying - in the best possible way. How is behaviour that is so predictable and patterned also so easily excused ? It's also comforting in an educational sense. It's not you, there's nothing you can do. It's them (him) and his playbook.

I think Laura is excellent, she has a fountain of knowledge and is a champion for woman’s/victim issues. I always listen to her videos/podcasts, and thank you for being a spokesperson for domestic violence and femicide.

I love the podcast. Laura has such deep insight into humanity and can therefore illuminate the people who don’t ‘human’ . I love the fact she will not bend away from the truth and keeps showing us what really drives predator behaviours. Her knowledge has helped me make sense of what’s happened to me in my own life and the predators still in it.

I think every woman /girl should listen to this

I am intrigued by the analysis of these crimes done by Laura Richards. Her extensive experience in the analysis and reporting is second to none. Laura breaks down each crime is such details that it becomes impossible not to see the truth for what it is. Do check it out if you haven't already - it truly is remarkable work and very much needed.

I’ve been listening to Laura since her days on Real Crime Podcast, and I’ve always loved her perspective on the cases they covered. Now, listening to her on Crime Analyst and seeing how she uses her knowledge and experience to advocate for people and drive real change in the real world is genuinely inspiring. Her empathy, expertise, and ability to speak about people’s experiences with such understanding and compassion are what make her stand out. She doesn’t just analyse the cases; she looks deeper at the people, the systems, and the realities behind them. It’s incredibly powerful to hear someone use their platform not just to tell stories, but to challenge perspectives, hold people accountable, and make a genuine difference. Laura’s work is a reminder of how important it is to listen to people’s experiences, question what we’ve been taught to accept, and keep pushing for change. Crime Analyst is so much more than a podcast, and I have so much respect for what Laura is doing.

Excellent depth of knowledge from a genuine expert with years of experience and academic knowledge as well. Laura absolutely understands these issues and all the complexities. Not just fascinating and enlightening but actual real world practical advice to help anyone in these situations and to support friends family who maybe at risk. Laura is an inspiration

Incredibly important information for women and men, told with professional analysis, clear and detailed stories showing from real life the mess our law enforcement and judicial system is in. And, equally as important, practical things we, and our government can do about it. In my opinion - a must listen for any decent, thinking individual

With every listen, Laura is pouring strength and knowledge into women everywhere. How fortunate are we to have access to the voice of such a person?! Creating change through education and support. Laura is compassionate, confident, incredibly intelligent … and yet, speaks to every guest and opines about every woman with solid empathy, compassion, and kindness. Laura doesn’t judge other women, she builds them up, she does it with grace.

Your analyses are thorough and informative and I am grateful that you share your knowledge and expertise. It’s obvious you care deeply for the women, survivors and victims. Your work influences so many people including my own practice and had undoubtedly saves lives.

Great to hear deeper analysis of crimes in the headlines. It helps to make sense of how we got here. Laura Richards’ podcast should be mandatory listening to all young women as I believe it would help them to recognise grooming, controlling and general criminal behaviour when they encounter it.

I absolutely love this advocate!! I have been listening to Laura for 2 years, I came from Real Crime Profile because I absolutely loved all of her points on that podcast. Laura has been an absolute inspiration for me and has helped my own journey of being a survivor/victim advocate

I wish every woman would listen to this fantastic series. It’s hard to listen and look back on some narrow escapes I had without even knowing, especially as a 40’s woman dating after divorce. I had no idea at the time! Thankyou for all your hard work, Laura.