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REAL

Real is an independent true crime podcast made by award winning TV Producer Naomi Channell.Each episode is an audio documentary, telling a true crime story that is almost unbelievable. But these stories, are Real. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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37:30

Episode 5: Bad Grandpa

REAL ·

2025/01/29

In the 1990s, more survivors who had escaped the Children of God started appearing on television around the world, sharing their stories. And it wasn't just the media the survivors were talking to... it was also the authorities.In this episode we meet Hope Bastine, a survivor of the cult and one of the first people to get a successful conviction against one of her abusers, here in the UK. This is Bad Grandpa. WARNING: This series contains descriptions of abuse against minors, sexual abuse, suicide

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45:15

Episode 4: Bad Grandpa

REAL ·

2025/01/29

It is estimated that over 100 people who were part of the Children of God have taken their own lives. The abuse they endured and the control they were placed under whilst in the cult has had tragic lasting consequences on so many people. This is Bad Grandpa. WARNING: This series contains descriptions of abuse against minors, sexual abuse, suicide and murder. Whilst the descriptions are not explicit, please take extra care whilst listening. To listen to Kacey's podcast, where cult survivors share

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48:45

Episode 4: Bad Grandpa

REAL ·

2025/01/29

It is estimated that over 100 people who were part of the Children of God have taken their own lives. The abuse they endured and the control they were placed under whilst in the cult has had tragic lasting consequences on so many people. This is Bad Grandpa. WARNING: This series contains descriptions of abuse against minors, sexual abuse, suicide and murder. Whilst the descriptions are not explicit, please take extra care whilst listening. To listen to Kacey's podcast, where cult survivors

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31:26

Episode 3: Bad Grandpa

REAL ·

2025/01/29

Ricky Rodriguez was Davidito. The story of his childhood had been shared in a book produced by the 'Children of God' called 'The Story of Davidito' - a 'childcare manual' sent to thousands of families in the cult, detailing the abuse this child had endured, disguised as religious teachings. As Ricky grew up, the abuse he suffered at the hands of those who were supposed to protect him continued to hurt him and he wanted revenge. Ricky had a plan. In 2005, Ricky sat in his apartment, facing a

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34:56

Episode 3: Bad Grandpa

REAL ·

2025/01/29

Ricky Rodriguez was Davidito. The story of his childhood had been shared in a book produced by the 'Children of God' called 'The Story of Davidito' - a 'childcare manual' sent to thousands of families in the cult, detailing the abuse this child had endured, disguised as religious teachings. As Ricky grew up, the abuse he suffered at the hands of those who were supposed to protect him continued to hurt him and he wanted revenge. Ricky had a plan. In 2005, Ricky sat in his apartment, facing a

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24:18

Episode 2: Bad Grandpa

REAL ·

2025/01/29

David Berg's 'Children of God' cult now had thousands of members across the globe. But he didn't want them to consume media from the outside world, so he produced his own. He sent hundreds of letters, books and videos out to his followers, encouraging them to take part in deeply disturbing and abusive practices. Within this media, was the darkest children's tv show the world has ever seen... and it was being seen by thousands of children in the cult. This is Bad Grandpa. WARNING: This series

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27:48

Episode 2: Bad Grandpa

REAL ·

2025/01/29

David Berg's 'Children of God' cult now had thousands of members across the globe. But he didn't want them to consume media from the outside world, so he produced his own. He sent hundreds of letters, books and videos out to his followers, encouraging them to take part in deeply disturbing and abusive practices. Within this media, was the darkest children's tv show the world has ever seen... and it was being seen by thousands of children in the cult. This is Bad Grandpa. WARNING: This series

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27:40

Episode 1: Bad Grandpa

REAL ·

2025/01/29

In the 1960s, David Brandt Berg formed a cult that would become widely known as the 'Children of God'. He declared himself a prophet and he was known too many of his followers, as 'Grandpa'. But 'Grandpa' was a highly dangerous man who normalised the abuse of women and children and he did all of this in plain sight. This is a six-part series on the crimes of David Berg and others who belonged, and still belong, to the Children of God... and the cult is still operating today... all over the

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24:10

Episode 1: Bad Grandpa

REAL ·

2025/01/29

In the 1960s, David Brandt Berg formed a cult that would become widely known as the 'Children of God'. He declared himself a prophet and he was known too many of his followers, as 'Grandpa'. But 'Grandpa' was a highly dangerous man who normalised the abuse of women and children and he did all of this in plain sight. This is a six-part series on the crimes of David Berg and others who belonged, and still belong, to the Children of God... and the cult is still operating today... all over the world

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42:25

BONUS EPISODE: Inside Virginia McCullough's House

REAL ·

2025/01/22

In October 2023, Virginia McCullough was arrested for the murder of her parents, John and Lois. She has lived in their house with their bodies for over 4 years. (I covered this case in episode Episode 73 and the video version is on my YouTube channel link below).2 weeks ago I received a message from a man called Ben who told me in December 2024, he went into the home of Virginia McCullough... and he wanted to tell me, and you, what he found... This is Real. Ben's accounts -

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29:45

Episode 84: The Murder of Lynsey Quy

REAL ·

2025/01/22

When 21-year-old Lynsey Quy was reported missing in February 1999 by a social worker, the police soon discovered that she had last been seen two months prior, in December 1998. Lynsey had been in an abusive relationship with her husband Mitchell, and he was the prime suspect. But when he invited a documentary crew into his home, people were intrigued and suspicious... would a guilty man really parade himself on television? The answer to this would shock everyone. This is Real. If you'd like

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26:15

Episode 84: The Murder of Lynsey Quy

REAL ·

2025/01/22

When 21-year-old Lynsey Quy was reported missing in February 1999 by a social worker, the police soon discovered that she had last been seen two months prior, in December 1998. Lynsey had been in an abusive relationship with her husband Mitchell, and he was the prime suspect. But when he invited a documentary crew into his home, people were intrigued and suspicious... would a guilty man really parade himself on television? The answer to this would shock everyone.This is Real. If you'd like to

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24:22

Episode 83: The Girl On The Couch

REAL ·

2025/01/15

On the 3rd of January 2022, Sheila and Clay Fletcher called 911. They had found their daughter Lacey unresponsive on the couch. When the officers arrived, they entered a scene that was so horrific, they couldn't believe what they were seeing. But...This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you:buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceSupport services for carers: https://www.carersuk.org/ - UKhttps://familycarers.ie/carer-supports/help-guidance - Ireland

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27:52

Episode 83: The Girl On The Couch

REAL ·

2025/01/15

On the 3rd of January 2022, Sheila and Clay Fletcher called 911. They had found their daughter Lacey unresponsive on the couch. When the officers arrived, they entered a scene that was so horrific, they couldn't believe what they were seeing. But... This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Support services for carers: https://www.carersuk.org/ - UK https://familycarers.ie/carer-supports/help-guidance - Ireland

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29:20

Episode 82: What happened to Margaret and Nicola?

REAL ·

2025/01/08

On the 10th of May 2013, Premier Inn hotel staff discovered the bodies mother and daughter Margaret and Nicola McDonough. They had severe injuries and nobody could figure out why these two kind and harmless women had their lives ended like this. As the police started their investigation, they uncovered an incredible web of lies and the reality seemed truly unbelievable. But.... This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice If

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25:50

Episode 82: What happened to Margaret and Nicola?

REAL ·

2025/01/08

On the 10th of May 2013, Premier Inn hotel staff discovered the bodies mother and daughter Margaret and Nicola McDonough. They had severe injuries and nobody could figure out why these two kind and harmless women had their lives ended like this. As the police started their investigation, they uncovered an incredible web of lies and the reality seemed truly unbelievable. But....This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you:buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you need

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49:14

Episode 81: A Year of True Crime

REAL ·

2024/12/18

This episode is slightly different to the usual format of 'Real'. This is going to give you an update on all the deep dive cases covered on 'Real', including the cases of Stuart Lubbock, Claudia Lawrence, Charlene Downes, Billie-Jo Jenkins as well as updates on Luke Mitchell and The Lampard Inquiry. And we'll also hear from some of you, the incredible listeners who wanted to share your thoughts on some of the cases covered. This is Real. My YouTube channell 'Totally True Crime' is here:

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45:14

Episode 81: A Year of True Crime

REAL ·

2024/12/18

This episode is slightly different to the usual format of 'Real'. This is going to give you an update on all the deep dive cases covered on 'Real', including the cases of Stuart Lubbock, Claudia Lawrence, Charlene Downes, Billie-Jo Jenkins as well as updates on Luke Mitchell and The Lampard Inquiry. And we'll also hear from some of you, the incredible listeners who wanted to share your thoughts on some of the cases covered. This is Real. My YouTube channell 'Totally True Crime' is here:

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40:10

Episode 80: Death by Text: The Crimes of Michelle Carter

REAL ·

2024/12/11

When teenager Conrad Roy Jnr III met 16-year-old Michelle Carter in 2012, he thought he found someone who truly understood him. They both had battles with mental health conditions and they became each others rocks. But in June 2014, Michelle's tone changed and soon she would be in court, charged with killing Conrad, even though she wasn't there when he died. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you:buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceConrad's Law Facebook

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43:40

Episode 80: Death by Text: The Crimes of Michelle Carter

REAL ·

2024/12/11

When teenager Conrad Roy Jnr III met 16-year-old Michelle Carter in 2012, he thought he found someone who truly understood him. They both had battles with mental health conditions and they became each others rocks. But in June 2014, Michelle's tone changed and soon she would be in court, charged with killing Conrad, even though she wasn't there when he died. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Conrad's Law Facebook

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