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Crime Analyst

If you are curious about the ‘who dunnit’ and the ‘why dunnit’ and how and why victims become footnotes in their own murders, Crime Analyst is for you. Hosted by world renowned and award-winning Criminal Behavioural Analyst Laura Richards.

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Ep 278: Profiling Ellen Greenberg’s Death with Sarah...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/10/06

In this episode, Laura sits down with Sarah Cailean, criminal behaviorist, cold case homicide investigator, and former detective who recently appeared in the Hulu Docuseries, ‘Death in Apartment 603: What Happened to Ellen Greenberg? Laura asks Sarah about her analytical process and assessment of the case and as they share their experience and analysis with each other, their discussion brings fresh perspective and offers listeners new insights into what happened on January 26 2011.It’s a

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69:53

Ep 277: Death in Apartment 603: What Happened to...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/09/29

In this episode, Laura sits down with Nancy Schwartzman, Emmy Award winner and executive producer as well as showrunner of the new docuseries Death in Apartment 603, premiering on Hulu on September 29, 2025. The conversation dives deep into the making of this significant docuseries, exploring not just the process but also the reasons why this case holds personal importance for Nancy. The interview reveals new insights and revelations, particularly about Ellen’s relationship with her fiancé, Samuel

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67:22

Ep 276: Hidden Homicide: The Mysterious Death of Amy...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/09/29

Laura and Anna discuss the statements made at the coroner’s inquiry regarding Amy, the officers who were dismissed and told to classify Amy’s case as ‘non-suspicious,’ and Professor Tim Ackland’s findings following his biomechanical analysis of the case.In this episode, Laura interviews Anna regarding the initial stages of Amy’s relationship with David Simmons and discusses key warning signs that are frequently disregarded. Anna shares new evidence she obtained which proves Amy was planning a new

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52:38

Ep 275: Hidden Homicide: The Mysterious Death of Amy...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/09/22

Amy Lee Wensley died on 26 June 2014 at her home as a result of a shotgun injury to her head. She was 24 years old. She put her two girls in a car after being assaulted by her ex, David Simmons, went into the house to get something and never came out. Within minutes, the detectives who attended declared Amy’s death a suicide. Anna Davey, Amy’s aunt, believed it was murder and has been fighting for justice for 11 years. Join Laura as she interviews Anna about the red flags, the unanswered

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7:31

Introducing: CRIME HOUSE DAILY

Crime Analyst ·

2025/09/15

Crime doesn’t take a day off. And neither does Crime House Daily.Hosted by self-defense instructor and advocate for victims, Katie Ring, Crime House Daily is coming to you twice every weekday, covering the biggest crime stories as they unfold. Morning episodes give you the need-to-know. The latest headlines, breaking developments, and where things are going next. Evening episodes go deeper. Into the people, the evidence, and the moments that matter most. The pursuit of justice never stops. And

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68:05

Ep 274: Marion Barter: Investigating My Mum’s Murder...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/09/15

Laura interviews Sally Leydon, Marion Barter’s daughter, and Joni Condos researcher and “super sleuth” about their investigation into Marion Barter’s murder. Together they retrace Marion’s journey across Japan and Europe to find out what happened after Marion boarded an airplane to the UK in 1997. Laura shares what stands out to her most and the importance of also timelining Ric Blum to establish how many more women are missing who came into contact with him - while reminding us that someone,

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84:07

Ep 273: Profiling and Preventing Mass Shooters with...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/09/08

Laura interviews retired FBI Special Agent Katherine Schweit who created and led the agency’s active shooter program after the shootings at Sandy Hook in 2012. In the wake of the Minneapolis shooting on August, 27 2025 where two children, 10-year-old Harper Moyski and 8-year-old Fletcher Merkel were murdered, Laura and Kate share the characteristics of mass shooters, the behaviour that reveals they are preventable, the connection with domestic abuse, coercive control and the deep seated motivation

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47:22

Ep 272: Surviving Jeffrey Epstein with Jess Michaels,...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/09/01

Laura and Jess continue their conversation about Jeffrey Epstein. Laura explains why Ghislaine Maxwell is not a victim and Jess shares how the trauma of the rape upended her life as well as what it’s like being a survivor stuck in a never-ending holding pattern. You will learn so much from this raw and powerful conversation - it might change and save your life.For more expert insight, in-depth conversations, extra episodes and videos, live monthly events with Laura and to be a part a fast

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67:17

Ep 271: Inside Erik and Lyle Menendez’s Parole Board...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/08/28

Laura and investigative reporter and author, Robert Rand, take you inside Erik and Lyle Menendez’s Parole Board Hearings on August 21 and 22. Erik and Lyle were denied parole. Laura and Robert share why this is unsurprising, as well as new information that was learned about Erik and Lyle’s behaviour in prison and the next steps. It’s not over.Watch the YouTube video of this interview @crimeanalyst Watch the exclusive episode and behind the scenes deeper dive into the Parole Board Hearings in

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65:04

Ep 270: Surviving Jeffrey Epstein with Jess Michaels,...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/08/25

Laura interviews Jess Michaels who was raped by Jeffrey Epstein in 1991. Jess bravely shares how she was selected and groomed before she met Epstein. Laura methodically breaks down Epstein’s behaviour to provide a chilling profile of a man who deployed a wide range of nuanced manipulation tactics to psychologically undo and coercively control his victims and those around them. This conversation will change and save lives. Listen to this important conversation so you don’t fall into the trap

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83:58

Ep 269: Coercive Control: The Pathology of the Abuser...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/08/18

Laura shares unique insights regarding characteristics and behaviours to identify abusers early as well as why men abuse women and Dr Christine Cocchiola explains why you should never attempt couples therapy with a coercive controller.Understanding coercive control will save and change lives. Listen to this important conversation so you don’t fall into the trap abuser’s set. For more expert insight, in-depth conversations, extra episodes and videos, live monthly events with Laura and to be a

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66:12

Ep 268: Coercive Control: The Pathology of the Abuser...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/08/11

Laura interviews Dr Christine Cocchiola DSW, LCSW, an expert on the experiences of adult and child victims of coercive control and author of the book, Framed. Dr Cocchiola shares top tips to work with and help children and mothers experiencing abuse. Laura zeros in on holding abusers accountable and on the pathology of the abuser whilst highlighting cases including Jennifer Magnano, Jennifer Dulos, Lyle and Erik Menendez, Gabby Petito and Dr Cocchiola explains Rachel Pickrel-Hawkin’s case - a

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52:11

Ep 267: Update: The Case Against Ghislaine Maxwell

Crime Analyst ·

2025/08/04

With Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein constantly in the news, Laura revisits this disturbing case and shares all the latest developments including details of Epstein’s non prosecution agreement, the firing of the lead prosecutor, the 50th Birthday book and the unorthodox meeting between Maxwell and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche from the Department of Justice. On August 1 Maxwell was transferred to a low security prison in Texas. What does all of this mean? And what about the men

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69:05

Ep 266: Murder in Slow Motion: Raneem Oudeh and...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/07/27

Laura and Nour unravel what was going on in the relationship – all the combined behaviours that the police failed to discover – which revealed Tarin’s actions followed a clear pathway to escalating violence and murder.Understanding coercive control and stalking is critical. Listening and sharing this episode will save and change lives. For more expert insight, in-depth conversations, extra episodes and videos, live monthly events with Laura and to be a part a fast growing, dynamic and empowering

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39:39

Ep 265: Murder in Slow Motion: Raneem Oudeh and...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/07/20

Laura interviews Nour Norris, a psychotherapist and the aunt of Raneem Oudeh, who was murdered alongside her mother, Khaola Saleem, in August 2018 by Janbaz Tarin. Nour, who is also Khaola's sister, describes the events leading up to the murders, including that Raneem contacted West Midlands Police fourteen times desperate for help – four times on the actual night – but the police failed to respond. This episode examines the campaign of stalking, abuse, and psychological terrorism waged by Tarin,

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63:30

Ep 264: Profiling the Wolf of Wall Street with Dr...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/07/13

Laura and Nadine unravel the moment she knew ‘enough was enough’ and she had to escape, the drastic action she took, which most likely saved Nadine and her children’s lives as well as the steps she took to heal.In this episode, you’ll understand the importance of setting boundaries, why you don’t give an abuser a second chance, why it’s vital that you plan and leave safely as well as the top tips to heal yourself after being with a coercive controller. Understanding coercive control isn’t just

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61:13

Ep 263: Profiling the Wolf of Wall Street with Dr...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/07/06

Laura interviews Dr Nadine Macaluso, who was married to the real Wolf of Wall Street, Jordan Belfort. The 2013 movie was a box office success, but the story was told from one perspective – Jordan’s.Listen as Nadine shares how at 22 years old, their eight-year marriage began as a fairytale, filled with romantic dinners, expensive gifts, and lavish parties but Jordan’s mask slipped early on, and it turned into a nightmare. In this episode Laura and Nadine unravel which scenes happened, how she

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65:11

Ep 262: Diddy Trial: The Verdict with Brian Buckmire,...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/07/03

In the case of the USA v. Sean Combs, the jury returned a shocking verdict on Wednesday 2nd July after just over two days of deliberating. Eight men and four women found Combs not guilty on the more serious charges he faced and guilty of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. Laura is joined by criminal defense attorney and ABC Legal Contributor, Brian Buckmire, who has been in court every day of the trial. Laura and Brian unravel what went wrong for the prosecution, what went

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64:45

Ep 261: The Unthinkable: A Story of Control, Violence...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/06/29

Laura interviews David Challen, son of Sall Challen and author of ‘The Unthinkable’ in this live taping at CrimeCon on June 7 2025. Sally killed her husband, Richard, in 2010 after being abused and coercively controlled by him between the ages of 15-56. Sally struck Richard more than twenty times and fled to Beachy Head. Laura supported David and the Free Sally Challen campaign. Join Laura as she skillfully excavates with David his experience of coercive control as a child, the warning signs and

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Ep 260: Diddy Trial: Keith Raniere, R Kelly - Inside...

Crime Analyst ·

2025/06/22

Laura and co-host Lisa Bilyeu are joined by Sarah Edmondson,NXIVM cult whistleblower, actor and author of Scarred. As the prosecution start to wrap their case, Laura, Lisa and Sarah highlight the important parrels and blueprint of the successful prosecutions of NXIVM boss Keith Raniere and R Kelly and discuss whether the legal standard of the charges against Combs have been met. Sarah shares sharp insight into the mindset of victims and the slow line bending erosion of autonomy, drawing powerful

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