Reviews
Rate Show- ALou_61
- April 20, 2021
Really In Depth
I love love love this podcast. Laura goes so deep into this investigation, she wrings it out like a sponge. You will have no questions remaining because she asks and answers and researches every question endlessly. Not to mention (I’m an American) and I love the Scottish accent. Amazing job!
- 123@;$:$2$$:$.
- April 17, 2021
This is an incredible podcast analysing crime and perpetrators in an incredibly professional, thorough and insightful way. I have learned so much more from this podcast than from most others, not just about the crime itself but also the social context in which it has taken place. I love the fact that there are many, many episodes going deeply into it, combined with fascinating interviews. The most thorough analysis you will find anywhere, along with action guides and very useful advice. Fantastic.
- Isabel Glasow
- April 14, 2021
A Cut Above The Rest
Crime Analyst is without doubt the best there is. Wonderful attention to detail coupled with the genuine interest & respect for victim’s stories is inspiring. Am a big fan of all things criminally analytical but this tops the bill for me. As a survivor of Domestic Abuse, Rape & Coercive Control, I find Laura’s knowledge, experience & human touch shines through to the listener 💫
- FinallyFree16
- April 13, 2021
TRULY MIND-CHANGING!
This true crime podcast is revolutionary. While many sensationalize the murderers, Laura Richards centers the victims. She tells their stories, never failing to honor each person’s humanity. As these are all women, her profound care in ensuring none are dismissed due to class, profession, race, or circumstances often moves me to tears of deep gratitude.
As a renowned criminal behavioral analyst, Laura is relentless and thorough in exploring how and why the criminal justice system so egregiously failed these women. Her outrage at the patriarchal systems, misogyny, and sexism inherent in how male violence against women & children is pursued is eye opening.
I’m so grateful for Laura Richards and the brilliant, blazing light she’s shining on the gender inequities of “justice”. Her analysis of perpetrators’ patterns, and pursuit of better protections for women and children, will save countless lives.
- K. Sugg McDonald
- April 12, 2021
Fascinating
Excellent, compelling podcast. In-depth information and insight from a law enforcement expert regarding how crimes are investigated. Laura is a great advocate for crime victims and women.
- jen6732
- April 11, 2021
Beyond the crime
This podcast goes beyond the crime- it is a sobering look on our society when it comes to victims of a violent crime. Laura does a deep dive into the victim-ology, the mind of the perpetrator and educates the listener into looking at a perpetrator outside of a media moniker for what they really are... evil. It is podcasts like this that will positively change our society’s response to crime, the victim and the accused. A must listen to podcast.
- mouse
- April 11, 2021
A forensic deconstruction of a familiar case, presented in a way which is accessible without being over simplified.
Laura keeps the victims at the forefront of the story and ensures that they, rather than the perpetrator, are the focus.
The failings of the investigation are jaw dropping and the discussions of inherent misogyny and prejudice gave me pause for thought - particularly discussions around the language used to talk about female victims of male violence.
I look forward to future seasons of Crime Analyst.
- Mark Delves-Holmes
- April 10, 2021
- Losing kg
- April 9, 2021
Honoring Victims
I think this is a great podcast, not sensationalizing but analyzing and honoring. Love anything you do Laura.
- Beigegirl
- April 6, 2021
So informative
Laura is an amazing advocate for women and victims of abuse. Her research and dedication to spreading her message and actually changing laws is outstanding. This podcast is essential listening.
- Denzer12
- April 5, 2021
Listen and Learn
I absolutely love being able to listen to Laura. I have learned so much from her and this podcast and look forward to each episode to hear her insight and analysis.
- RHOC...
- April 3, 2021
Best real crime Podcast
Already being a big fan of Real Crime Profile got me here and I love it! Laura taught me to focus more on the victims (and survivors) of crime than on the perpetrators, which should be the standard but sadly isn’t. So many things were being treated as “normal” when I was growing up, and Laura makes me really question how I see them now. Not only in relation to crime, but also how women are seen and treated nowadays and how much still has to change.
This podcast ist informative, it’s thoroughly researched, interesting and frankly sometimes eyeopening.
A must-listen!!!
- NiniTheCookie
- April 1, 2021
This is Laura's best podcast to date. After watching the Yorkshire Ripper documentary and being shocked at the major failings by the police I knew I had to listen to this podcast. It didn't disappoint. Laura is spot on with all her conclusions to the case. If he only she was in charge back then. Highly recommended 💯
- Crimetravellerswife
- March 31, 2021
Incredibly moving and thought-provoking.
Such a thoughtful, meticulous podcast. It has completely changed my perspective on true crime and how we approach violence against women and girls. I never knew how triggering pithy monikers for murderers were - now I notice them everywhere and try not to use them myself. Great work Laura, what you do is so important!
- Thebluevixen
- March 26, 2021
Deep Analysis
Great long form analysis. Much more rewarding than the 1 hour turn around true crime show.
- True Crime Dude
- March 26, 2021
To quote the spice girls GIRL POWER.
This woman can do it like lunch. I love the eye opening jaw dropping point of view. Thank god someone with her genius is helping us take on the patriarchy through the crime lens. Her passion and wit are inspirational.
- Karen now Kitty
- March 26, 2021
Excellent
I was recommended this pod cast from a friend and wow! have thoroughly enjoyed every episode! This pod cast has had a huge impact on me and how I now have a much deeper insight into the justice system and it’s lack of forward thinking in violence against woman. I will read articles in a far different mind set and has helped me articulate how I already felt about misogyny. Have you got any other pod cast? Thanks for you incredible work and efforts with violence against women.
- KathyLou23*
- March 25, 2021
Perfect!
Love this! I have so much admiration for Laura’s work and passion. So glad she has her own podcast because I could never get enough of what I needed to hear about advocacy and how much further we need to go as a society to protect women from violent predators.
- Winslowgreen
- March 24, 2021
Thank you!
Excellently researched, respectfully delivered with strong reminders of the absolute necessity for Change. I find myself shouting out ‘YES’ ‘WHAT???!!!’ ‘NO!!!!’ (& stronger of course) Thank you for sharing your passion & ALL that you continue to do to right the wrongs and expose the crimes along the path to justice. Misogyny IS a hate crime!!!
- miss penelope
- March 24, 2021
- LorreW
- March 22, 2021
Stellar
Laura’s heartfelt sensitivity for women who are victims of unspeakable cruelty combined with her keen insight into the analysis of male violence against women make this podcast, like everything she touches, gold.
Dawn Wilcox
Founder & Executive Director
Women Count USA: Femicide Accountability Project
- WomenCountUSA
- March 22, 2021
I look forward to the Crime Analyst Podcast every week, listening while I walk. Laura's work has deepened my perspective on the pervasive coercive control that underpins so many crimes against women and the stubborn indifference of the criminal justice system. Keep up your work Laura
- Clare Elizabeth Curran
- March 21, 2021
Thank you.
I can’t say it any better than the other commenters, so I’m just going to thank you for your informative and thought provoking podcast. You get me riled up every week, and thinking about how we can start getting things to change. I was waiting for your comments on Ms. Everard, and you were exactly right.
The part that affected me the most was in the episode where Wilma McCann’s son said that she wasn’t a prostitute, but it didn’t matter if she was, his mother would do what she had to do to take care of her children - nobody said anything about his father’s failure to take care of/provide for his family. I know that’s not the exact quote, but everyone reading this knows what I mean.
- Miss Devi
- March 21, 2021