Reviews
Rate ShowExtremely interesting
Any podcast I listen to that has Laura in it is always fascinating. I hesitate to use the word enjoy because it doesn’t seem right considering the subject matter but it’s definitely interesting and I always learn something new. I’m constantly shouting my daughters to come and listen to what Laura is saying. She is so knowledgeable and is fighting hard to change things for survivors and victims who are no longer with us and I admire her and anyone else who is doing that immensely. Thank you for everything you do and I look forward to anything you do in the future. The latest episode about the Menendez Brothers which had journalist Robert Rand on explaining the Netflix show that is currently on is literally a work of complete fiction with a tiny sprinkle of truth. Thankfully we have people like Laura who speaks about facts.
- Linz and Dandelion
- Oct. 24, 2024
Deep dive into crime
Listened to the episode with Robert Rand and I will be binging more episodes! It’s great info and insight into the case!
- Lchessher
- Oct. 23, 2024
Amateur Analyst
The podcast presents known fallacies and misinformation about a case (Sophie Toscan du Plantier) as facts so the analysis of the crime is misguided and worthless. The voice of the host is hard to listen to, very judgemental tone.
- KLGM 1
- Oct. 20, 2024
Episode 215 part 2
Was very hard to follow the very long droning monologue by the guest. More dialogue is needed.
- Elizabeppes
- Oct. 17, 2024
Amazing podcast!
The content, material and research is first class. Laura really knows her stuff! Her guests are informed, informative and interesting. It got me thinking even more about the uneven playing field women are constantly placed on in our patriarchal society.
- Kadelesan
- Oct. 15, 2024
Learn something every time
I started doing domestic violence works more than 25 years ago. I changed my career focus over the years because the systems were so broken and frankly abusive to the helpers. I have never given up my passion that homes should be the safest not the deadliest, or most hurtful, places. I admire all the hard work Laura has done over the years and the changes she has made. I learn something new everyone I listen and bring it into the work I am currently doing. Thank you Laura for raising awareness by being out there and making your podcast accessible to listeners of all levels of knowledge.
- Annapolis insomniac
- Oct. 13, 2024
The make sense podcast of the milenium
This podcast is one of a kind. It provides the perspective of a true expert for the sake of finding real solutions and gives hope to victims that justice is still alive. I love her deconstruction and research, as well as her ability to say it like it is. It offers valuable insights and makes you want to fight for victims and even choose this as a career.
- kealili
- Oct. 13, 2024
One of my favourite podcasts
I’m so glad I discovered this podcast off the back of True Crime Profile, it’s now become one of my favourites and in my top 3 of all time.
Working in safeguarding where I am recognising signs of abuse and supporting those that need help this podcast and Laura specifically has been invaluable.
I’ve learnt so much more about cohesive control, domestic abuse/violence, misogyny and stalking than any training day on the subject has given me.
I’ve also not just been able to help our service users but staff who work in the organisation too.
Laura does an amazing job at looking at each case and showing us what happened, what the signs where, how it’s got missed and how we can all learn from it going forward.
Laura’s time, dedication (over decades) and I’m sure blood, sweat and tears has gone in to helping and supporting women, victims families and those whose job it is to protect them. She deserves all the praise, awards and much more for this. A true Shero!
Thanks Laura for all the learning and in turn helping more people stay, and be safe.
- Beebabe
- Oct. 12, 2024
Incredible knowledge
I have listened to every one of Laura’s episodes and will continue to listen. Absolutely brilliant analysis - I only wish I had this depth of knowledge when I was in law enforcement for 26 years.
- KatieD!
- Oct. 10, 2024
Real life help
I’ve been listening to Crime Analyst since Laura launched it and have learned so much about crime deconstruction, coercive control, and stalking. Her work is accessible to everyday citizens, focuses on the victim, and provides life saving information. Highly recommend!
- Kmcnaull
- Oct. 7, 2024
Good, informative, can get repetitive.
With respect, if you state that you are going to share your profile of the perpetrator, you should not start at 27:10, a bit over half the episode. The first part is spent making points that are well taken, and have been made before. Precisely because the treatment of women victims leaves much to be desired, you cannot even appear to be treating it as filler.
- jvarguello
- Oct. 2, 2024
Laura is absolutely awesome.
How Laura breaks down all of these cases is just mind blowing. She nails every aspect of the cases and just verbalizes everything that we all think. it’s time women actually stand up for each other and it’s time women are given a voice. Thank you and we all enjoyed the same to everything you have to say..
I’m so thankful that you are forcing laws to be changed - it’s needed here in Australia and thank you for being light to the Marion Barter police debacle. Law enforcement need to be trained better and listen to women. We are grateful to YOU
- JTRT63
- Oct. 2, 2024
Review of Crime Analyst
Really interesting ‘on the spot’ interviews with Venessa Drake, both having a wealth of knowledge on the rehabilitation of prisoners
- DunDee 67
- Oct. 1, 2024
Good, informative, can get repetitive.
With respect, if you state that you are going to share your profile of the perpetrator, you should not start at 27:10, a bit over half the episode. The first part is spent making points that are well taken, and have been made before. Precisely because the treatment of women victims leaves much to be desired, you cannot even appear to be treating it as filler.
- jvarguello
- Sept. 30, 2024
Wonderful show
Fantastic show with a radically respectful approach that challenges dangerous dominant social stereotypes and centres victims. Hugely insightful and extremely informative. I work in domestic abuse and appreciate this show greatly
- AJ Estcourt
- Sept. 30, 2024
Excellent Information
Excellent information on coercive control, risk assessment, domestic abuse, an protecting women.
- GlasgowCelt
- Sept. 25, 2024
Absolutely awful
Listened to the first episode relating to Sophie Toscan du Plantier and gave up after 30 minutes - just terrible , chatting to her friend used the term beautiful about 20 times, no facts, no analysis , no evidence just drivel. Simple waste of time.
- arke1456
- Sept. 21, 2024
She’s educating us about coercive control
I’d never hear the term coercive control until finding Laura. Her passion on educating the public & teaching best practices for those that are in law enforcement will hopefully change laws. Her deep dives into cases is unmatched. Thank you Laura for continuing to beat the drum.
- meripatchen
- Sept. 21, 2024
Interview with Nichole Schmidt
I am on the verge of tears after listening to Nichole talk about her love for her daughter and her never-ending grief after Gabby was murdered by her fiancé.
Laura supports Nichole to remember her daughter and some of the red flags and warning signs that would have suggested that Gabby was being coercively controlled. So helpful to others to know the signs might be able to protect other women who are in danger from controlling relationships.
- Selwyn46
- Sept. 18, 2024
- kelly
- Sept. 10, 2024
Not an ordinary crime show
Laura Richards takes us through the meticulous workings of her brilliant brain. She encourages us to drop bias and prejudice and really look at people.. the victims, the criminals, and ourselves. She is a no nonsense, critical thinker… and she doesn’t approve of sloppy police work. Laura is not afraid to challenge victim blaming and unequivocal representation and leadership. She is a champion for justice.
- Elizareeds
- Sept. 5, 2024
For EVERYONE
I have listened to Laura for a long time. She is insightful and as someone who worked for Thames Valley Police prior to moving back to Australia, she has also had an impact on me in more than just a personal capacity. This is a subject hugely close to my work across multiple industries and very important to me. Thank you for all you do, Laura. I would love to share two different stories with you if you have time. Keep going!
- Nfward
- Sept. 4, 2024
The best true crime podcast
Laura is amazing - thorough, honest, compassionate and so knowledgeable. I have tried a couple of other true crime podcasts but find them to be voyeuristic, sensationalist and unprofessional whereas Laura’s experience and sensitivity shines through in every episode
Laura has the best guests too. Ann Burgess’ return made a superb interview!
- RACHC100
- Sept. 3, 2024