Reviews

I would give this show 10 stars if I could! Laura’s commitment to victims and her understanding and explanation of coercive control demonstrate her compassion and expertise. Plus, her voice is absolutely lovely to listen to. If you haven’t heard her on Real Crime Profile, I highly recommend that podcast as well. Bravo and thank you, Laura!

Laura, Intelligent as always, these victims did not attempt/succeed in suicide by serial killer, they were all innocent of their attacks and murder by PS (shock that it needs to be spelled out!) Laura gives language, words to us to describe In context specifics and broader concepts. What an amazing mind Laura has with the gift of communication tied up in the 90% of perspiration that must have been necessary to develop her life’s work.

I love everything about your podcast. You are truly remarkable at your trade.. I hang in your every word!!!

I have always been interested in true crime because of the psychology of criminals. I have listened to many other crime podcasts through the years, but once you go Laura Richards- you will not go back! No other podcast will do! Laura is an expert who digs In to the details and is always teaching her listeners. I honestly feel like I am taking a course! I’m literally smarter after listening to Laura. Thank you Laura for your excellent work and sharing your knowledge with us.

I want to be wise enough to identify when someone is not truthful. Listening to Laura confirms we can all learn from her. Trust our instincts.

This podcast is amazing. She is highly intelligent and very well informed. Laura demands respect and deserves it. She unapologetically puts the survivors and victims first. This is not a happy podcast but it is the correct way to talk about the horror of what men do to women. I came from RCP because I admire Laura so much! Be curious, ask questions and always trust your instincts!

Laura Richards has been one of the most influential women in the world to shine a light on domestic violence and stalking and that is how I came to know of her. This is a true crime podcast of a very unique nature, her compassion and advocacy for the victim is what sets this apart and above all the others. She is truly changing the world and this podcast is another amazing endeavor!

This podcast is a gift to anyone who wants to learn. It’s like a free course in criminology, presented by an exceptional mind. One thing I appreciate is Laura Richards unrelenting commitment to naming the murder of women as what it is…”FEMICIDE”. Murdered women are failed over and over again when law enforcement, the courts, and media don’t call it what it is.

A broadcaster with such clarity of speech and purpose. I am not someone who listens to ‘true’ crime as a rule. But I really enjoy her analysis, and victim centred approach, and have learnt a lot. Thanks Laura

This is a high quality podcast by a professional who knows her craft and is willing to share it with the public in an in-depth and very insightful manner. Thank you Laura for your work.

Thank you Laura for your important and necessary work! I really love the show.

Informative, analytical, thoughtful approach to current and past cases. Laura Richards is passionate about protecting and honoring victims, as well as analytical in her approach. She gets to the facts and the truth.

I’m so impressed with this podcast and really look forward to each new episode. Great insight and analysis, and not in anyway glorifying the cases. I love that Laura keeps the victims front and centre. Very insightful and educational too. 5*

I began listening to a range of true crime podcasts in 2020, but over the course of those years have winnowed the podcasts I listen to consistently that are true crime or true crime-adjacent to three, and two of them involve Laura Richards. She is compassionate, authoritative, refreshing, thoughtful, sincere and most of all, instructive. Crime Analyst, in particular, is my favorite of the three, and I’m not sure I should even describe it as “true crime” as it does not glorify or sensationalize criminals and their deeds, but rather seeks to impart an understanding of the kinds of personality traits and underlying social structures that underly criminal behaviors, particularly with regard to power imbalances. History podcasts consume must of my time, but I will always make space for Crime Analyst because Laura Richards approaches her topics with the kind of compassion and professional rigor that characterize the best historians, and because I invariably learn something new - even about cases that have cycled incessantly through podcast and other media. Somehow, despite her topics which invariably require trigger warnings, she also manages to be a soothing and comforting narrator.

This podcast is brilliant, it is informative and breaks down cases really well with commentary based on actual experience in the field. Laura is really respectful to the victims and always refocuses her attention to them whenever she can. Thank you for your work!

I look forward to this podcast every week. I have followed Laura Richards for a long time and her insight and knowledge is just second to none. She’s taught me alot. Thankyou.

Laura knows what she’s talking about, and she makes sure to explain in terms regular people can understand. She explains what things mean, how to recognize red flags, and her thought process through the lens of her advocacy work and law enforcement experience. It isn’t salacious like true crime podcasts can be, and I like that about this podcast.

So nice to listen to a professional podcast by someone who knows what she’s talking about. Recently at the top of an episode she makes a statement to listeners who don’t like her podcast, that they can leave. And there’s no need to announce you’re leaving, it’s not an airport. I LOVED that!! She often makes me laugh.

I love this podcast. Laura Richards gives incredible insight from a fresh perspective and shows just how sexist and misogynistic the criminal justice system really is. Laura discusses stalking, coercive control and other domestic violence related behaviours, so it is really a valuable learning tool as well. As someone who has experienced stalking, this podcast has been extremely validating for me. I recommend this podcast 100% Thank you Laura for all you do.

Outstanding podcast! It is obvious that Laura is a highly educated and sensitive professional who painstakingly delves into a plethora of cases over the years to learn the specificities of each. Her depth and breadth of knowledge is truly mind boggling, my singular go-to for all things domestic violence/coercive control. Her individualistic detailed coverage of the “murder in slow motion” of Gabby Petito, for instance, revealed so much more than what I was able to find in my own research. Laura’s instincts are keenly sharpened from years of study and walking alongside victims and their families. Well done, Laura! To the future listener: if you are looking for giddy, giggly, petty, and reading from Google…keep looking, sooo many pods fit that genre. If you want clear, in-depth, sober, well-researched, and knowledgeable coverage and psycho-forensic dissection of today’s issues…you have found your home! Welcome aboard!

I am grateful for everything what Laura does for women safety and crime prevention. Her knowledge about the specific cases and opinion based on her experiences as a crime analyst and profiler working in the field is much appreciated. I first got hooked by wonderful Real Crime Profile podcast and know discovered the Crime Analyst. Love to listen both. Thank you.

Laura is one of the most if not most intelligent voices I have listened to. She should be the leading guide for the future reform for all law enforcment agencies and all people in law and justice should take notes from her. She is well spoken, and extremely smart. She is an advocate for all women and victims and truly making the world a better place by deconstructing these cases and teaching people about patterns and coercive control. I cannot reccomend enough to listen and LEARN from Laura

Fascinating listening to Laura’s deep dive into the ‘R’ word case. Her extensive knowledge is evident and her take on all episodes I’ve listened to is spot on. Makes my commute to work fly by and certainly has given me a lot to ponder and makes me feel empowered to speak up more when others have opinions on violence against women.

I wanted to say I enjoy listening to Crime Analyst and I know anyone looking for respectful, thoughtful and thorough analysis of a crime SHOULD listen! Laura Richards dives deep into the crime itself, and the people involved and impacted. Laura leaves no stone unturned, and I have learned so much from listening.