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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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4:35

Listen Now - Hollywood & Crime: The Cotton Club Murder

Crime Analyst ·

2024/12/02

On June 10th, 1983, the decomposing body of a well-dressed man was found in a desolate canyon near Los Angeles. John Doe #94 would soon be identified as missing variety show producer Roy Radin. He'd last been seen after meeting with a mysterious woman in a gold dress. Her name was Lanie Jacobs. Jacobs and Radin were obsessed with becoming Hollywood movie producers. And when their paths collided, it led them to a tantalizing film deal promising fame and fortune. But then, a twisted script unfolded,

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75:55

Ep 223: Where We Stop with Molly Geddes

Crime Analyst ·

2024/11/25

To mark International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women Laura interviews actor, writer and survivor Molly Geddes about her own experience of coercive control, the behaviours and tactics abusers use to entrap victims and her new powerful short film, Where We Stop.The compelling 6-minute film aims to raise awareness of coercive control behaviours and warning signs amongst young women aged 16–21-year-old and direct them to information, support and services in Glasgow. Where We Stop

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65:27

Ep 222: Profiling and Prosecuting Rodney Alcala and...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/11/22

Laura continues her discussion with Matt Murphy about one of America’s most prolific serial killers Rodney Alcala, diving deeper into his horrific and brutal crimes, along with his background and psychopathology. Laura asks Matt his opinion about the latest developments in Lyle and Erik Menendez’s case and Matt shares why he believes they should never be released from prison. Hold on to your hats! For more in-depth conversations, extra episodes and videos and to be a part a fast growing,

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75:42

Ep 221: Profiling and Prosecuting Rodney Alcala with...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/11/19

Laura interviews former Senior Deputy District Attorney Matt Murphy about Rodney Alcala, a serial killer in California featured in Anna Kendrick’s Netflix movie, Woman of the Hour. Laura and Matt forensically deconstruct Alcala’s behaviour and how and why he was given the benefit of the doubt allowing him to harm and kill more women. For more in-depth conversations, extra episodes and videos and to be a part a fast growing, dynamic, empowering and supportive community join the Crime Analyst

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64:17

Ep 220: The Menendez Murders: Three Tracks to Freedom...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/11/12

Laura and Hazel discuss District Attorney George Gascón’s October 24 press conference called where he recommended resentencing as well as the resentencing memo, Nathan Hochman’s appointment as the incoming District Attorney in Los Angeles and what it all means for Erik and Lyle and their family. For more in-depth conversations, extra episodes about this case and others and to be an part a fast growing, dynamic, empowering and supportive community join the Crime Analyst Squad:

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52:10

Ep 219: The Menendez Murders with Hazel Thornton,...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/11/05

Laura and Hazel discuss Ryan Murphy’s Monsters scripted show on Netflix including the portrayal of Leslie Abramson and whether a female juror from the first trial told Leslie that the men voted for murder because they didn’t like her. Laura and Hazel also focus on what it meant to be a Menendez and why Erik and Lyle could not just leave, applying the lens of coercive control. Whilst debating the potential resentencing of both Lyle and Erik, Laura outlines Sally Challen’s case in the UK where the

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60:53

Ep 218: The Menendez Murders with Hazel Thornton,...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/10/29

Much has happened since Laura last spoke with juror number 9, Hazel Thornton, from the first trial. In this episode Laura and Hazel discuss all the latest updates including The Menendez Brothers documentary that aired on October 7 2024 and was referenced by DA George Gascón in the resentencing press conference on October 24 2024.For more in-depth conversations, extra episodes and an opportunity to be part of the Ringleader monthly Happy Hour, join the Crime Analyst Squad:

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48:50

Ep 217: The Menendez Murders: The October Press...

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2024/10/25

On October 3 2024 District Attorney George Gascón called an odd, impromptu press conference about the Menendez Brothers case. This was followed by more than 24 members of the Menendez/Andersen families holding a press conference on October 16 outside the courthouse in downtown LA. On the heels of that, on October 24, District Attorney George Gascón called another press conference and announced his recommendation to resentence Erik and Lyle Menendez to 50 years to life and that they should be

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70:12

Ep 216: The Menendez Murders: Monsters – Facts vs...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/10/22

Laura and Robert deep dive Dominick Dunn’s backstory and the Monster’s portrayal of Lyle and Erik, criminal defense attorney Leslie Abramson, prosecutor David Conn and Jose Menendez.Laura and Robert discuss the significant differences between trial 1 and 2 and Robert and Nery Ynclan’s investigation into the boy band, Menudo, and discovery of Roy Roselló, who disclosed that he was raped by Jose Menendez. This new evidence is included in the Habeas Petition which was submitted 24 hours after the

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84:22

Ep 215: The Blueprint of the Men Who Abuse Women with...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/10/17

In part 2 Laura and Michael discuss what male domestic abusers say about their abuse of women, why male role models don’t work and the 12 dialogues to use when speaking with boys and young men about being safe and being safe to be around to break the blueprint of misogyny, coercive control and abuse. Michael set up Men At Work, an organisation which unravels the macho blueprint and all the ways boys are brought up to devalue and disrespect women and girls, and in some cases, become abusive to

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69:31

Ep 214: The Menendez Murders: Monsters – Facts vs...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/10/15

Laura interviews Robert Rand, Emmy and duPont-Columbia Award winning journalist who began covering the Menendez brothers’ case for the Miami Herald the day after the killing of José and Kitty Menendez on August 20, 1989. In this episode Laura and Robert separate the facts from fiction as depicted in Ryan Murphy’s 9-part show, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story which premiered on Netflix on September 19 2024. Robert is the only reporter who covered the investigation in the fall of 1989

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66:11

Ep 213: The Blueprint of Men Who Abuse Women with...

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2024/10/08

Laura interviews activist Michael Conroy about his transformative training with boys challenging sexism, rape, domestic abuse and coercive control, misogyny and porn use and his work with domestic abuse perpetrators. Michael set up Men At Work, an organisation which unravels the macho blueprint and all the ways boys are brought up to devalue and disrespect women and girls, and in some cases, become abusive to women. Listen to this episode, the second in the series with male leaders, and join the

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55:01

Ep 212: Live from CrimeCon UK: Inside Britain’s Most...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/10/01

Have you ever wondered what life is like in Britain’s most infamous prisons? Vanessa was in the prison service for 27 years and worked her way up to Governor of Security and Operations at Wormwood Scrubs in London. Before that Vanessa worked for 16 years in high-security Holloway prison for women dealing with the likes of Rosemary (Rose) West and Myra Hindley.Join Laura as she interviews to Vanessa about her life as a Governor, psychopaths, the release of 1700 prisoners on September 10 2024 &

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59:03

Ep 211: Live from CrimeCon UK: Profiling Serial &...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/09/24

Laura interviews John Clough MBE, about the murder of his daughter, Jane Clough, by Jonathan Vass, survivor & author Zoe Dronfield, & Hetti Barkworth-Nanton, Chair of Refuge while they share their lived experiences, using their voices to create change and discuss why they’ve joined and helped lead this vital campaign to include serial stalkers on the same register as violent and sexual offenders and Stop Murders in Slow Motion™.Join Laura, John, Zoe & Hetti for this incredible episode. You will

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7:45

Listen Now - Criminal Attorney

Crime Analyst ·

2024/09/23

Paul Bergrin is a hotshot criminal defense attorney in Newark, New Jersey. Seemingly unstoppable and with unorthodox methods, he’s built a reputation for getting his clients off the hook. But as Paul's legend grows, so do the suspicions swirling around him. When FBI Agent Shawn Brokos starts investigating a major drug ring, she makes a shocking discovery: the gang's most powerful player is none other than Newark’s star attorney. Has the ex-federal prosecutor crossed the line and started committing

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66:43

Ep 210: The Murder of Gabby Petito with Nichole...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/09/19

Laura continues to interview Nichole Schmidt, Gabby’s mum. In this episode Laura and Nichole discuss the lawsuits and why new coercive control laws and training are important. To mark the three-year anniversary and in honour of Gabby, listen to the conversation and share the episodes with family and friends. It might just save a life. If you want more in-depth conversations and to join the Ringleader Happy Hour with Nichole, join the Crime Analyst Squad: www.patreon.com/CrimeAnalyst #GabbyPetito

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74:19

Ep 209: The Murder of Gabby Petito with Nichole...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/09/17

On the three-year anniversary of 22-year-old Gabby Petito’s murder, Laura interviews Nichole Schmidt, Gabby’s mother. In this episode, Nichole shares what Gabby was like growing up as well as details about Brian and Gabby’s relationship and what she now knows to be the red flags. Gabby was reported missing on September 11 2021 after her 23-year-old fiancé, Brian Laundrie, returned from a cross-country road trip without her on September 1 2021. Instead of speaking with Gabby’s family, the

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53:05

Ep 208: Mastermind: To Think Like a Killer with Dr...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/09/10

Laura continues her interview with Dr Ann Burgess about her three-part docu-series Mastermind on Hulu. Laura explores the stand out cases across Dr Burgess’s almost six-decade career including her seemingly controversial decision to work for the Menendez defence team, her greatest achievements and golden rules to live by. Listen to the episodes and join the conversation in the Crime Analyst Squad: www.patreon.com/CrimeAnalyst #DrAnnBurgess #Mastermind #DomesticAbuse #CoerciveControl #Stalking

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5:18

Listen Now - Generation Why: The Olympic Park Bombing

Crime Analyst ·

2024/09/09

July 27th, 1996. Atlanta, Georgia. During a free concert at Atlanta’s Centennial Olympic Park, security guard Richard Jewell spotted an abandoned backpack. Authorities soon discovered that it contained a live bomb. The bomb detonated minutes later, but Jewell’s actions saved countless lives. Days later, he became the main suspect in the bombing. The public would immediately associate him with the bombing and some would continue to believe he was responsible even after the actual perpetrator

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61:39

Ep 207: Mastermind: To Think Like a Killer with Dr...

Crime Analyst ·

2024/09/03

Laura interviews living legend Dr Ann Burgess about her three-part docu-series Mastermind on Hulu and her experience at the FBI’s Behavioural Analysis Unit (BAU) developing new techniques to understand the victimology and offender psychology.Laura and Dr Burgess discuss the links between domestic abuse, child abuse, coercive control and serial killers including an updated profile of John Joubert who targeted, tortured and killed at least three little boys, Danny Joe Eberle, Christopher Walden and

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