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Crime Analyst

Crime Analyst

Laura Richards 343 Episodes Jul 27, 2026

Crime Analyst is a true crime podcast that delves into the psychology behind murders, exploring both the 'who dunnit' and the 'why dunnit'. Hosted by world-renowned criminal behavioral analyst Laura Richards, the show aims to understand the motivations of killers and ensure victims are not forgotten. Each episode provides deep analysis of criminal behavior and the justice system.

Episodes

Ep #357 The $176,500 Contempt Order & The Never Ending Murdaugh Saga with Mandy Matney Part 1
Ep #357 The $176,500 Contempt Order & The Never Ending Murdaugh Saga with Mandy Matney Part 1 Jul 27, 2026 4356 Investigative journalist Mandy Matney is best known for doggedly pursuing and unraveling Alex Murdaugh's financial crimes against his 100-year-old family law firm and its clients in the low country of South Carolina. Mandy’s coverage of and in-depth investigation into Murdaugh’s legal dynasty family began in 2019, when a boat crash involving 19-year-old Paul Murd
Ep 356: Remastered: The Murder of Gabby Petito, Part 19
Ep 356: Remastered: The Murder of Gabby Petito, Part 19 Jul 24, 2026 3233 In this remastered episode, Laura concludes her analysis of the 99-page Moab City Police Investigative Review by detailing and breaking down Captain Ratcliffe’s conclusion and recommendations.  Laura shares her professional thoughts about why the conclusion makes little sense and why the recommendations will not create the change that’s urgently required to save the
Ep #355 Inside the Landmark Cases of Sally Challen and John Worboys with Harriet Wistrich
Ep #355 Inside the Landmark Cases of Sally Challen and John Worboys with Harriet Wistrich Jul 20, 2026 3394 In this episode, Laura interviews pioneering human rights lawyer and CEO of the Centre for Women's Justice, Harriet Wistrich, whose groundbreaking work has helped transform the way the justice system responds to male violence against women and girls.    Together, Laura and Harriet analyse landmark cases including John Worboys and S
Ep 354: Remastered: The Murder of Gabby Petito, Part 18
Ep 354: Remastered: The Murder of Gabby Petito, Part 18 Jul 16, 2026 2740 In this remastered episode, Laura continues to analyze the police report filed by Officer Pratt and Officer Robbins and the 99-page Moab City Police Investigative Review of the Police Stop was published on 12th January 2022.  Laura reveals that another witness came forward and stated Brian hit Gabby with a closed fist, as well as a number of bizarre revelations made by Officer
Ep #353 Psychopathy and Coercive Control: Why British Airways Killer Robert Brown Remains High Risk with Hetti Barkworth-Nanton CBE, Part 8
Ep #353 Psychopathy and Coercive Control: Why British Airways Killer Robert Brown Remains High Risk with Hetti Barkworth-Nanton CBE, Part 8 Jul 13, 2026 4018 Joanna Simpson was brutally killed by her estranged husband, British Airways pilot Robert Brown, just one week before their divorce was due to be finalised. Brown pre-dug a grave and hid her body in Great Windsor Park. He finally admitted killing Joanna with a claw hammer, but he was acquitted of murder and convicted of manslaughter which mean
Ep 352: Remastered: The Murder of Gabby Petito, Part 17
Ep 352: Remastered: The Murder of Gabby Petito, Part 17 Jul 9, 2026 3277 In this remastered episode, Laura shares new reflections and analysis about how and why Moab police got it so wrong.    Laura outlines how and why the predominant aggressor law in Utah has been misunderstood and misapplied including one major detail which Brian disclosed to police. This important detail appears to have been overlooked or ignored. &nbsp
Ep #351 Judge Rowland's Egregious Misjudgement: Jazmine’s Parents Demand Accountability. Hampshire Serial Gang Rape Case, Part 4
Ep #351 Judge Rowland's Egregious Misjudgement: Jazmine’s Parents Demand Accountability. Hampshire Serial Gang Rape Case, Part 4 Jul 6, 2026 4491 In this exclusive interview Laura is joined by Jazmine’s parents following the Court of Appeal's decision to overturn the unduly lenient sentences handed to two teenage boys convicted of 10 counts of rape of two girls in Hampshire.    After widespread public outrage and a legal challenge by the Attorney General, the Court of Appeal ruled that the original sentences failed to reflect the seriousn
Ep 350: Remastered: The Murder of Gabby Petito, Part 16
Ep 350: Remastered: The Murder of Gabby Petito, Part 16 Jul 2, 2026 3148 In this remastered episode, Laura continues to analyze the police report filed by Officer Pratt and Officer Robbins and the 99-page Moab City Police Investigative Review of the Police Stop was published on 12th January 2022.  Astonishingly, the report concluded that ‘several unintentional mistakes stemmed from the fact the officers failed to cite Ms Petito for domestic violence.’ Laura disagrees
Ep #349 British Airways Killer Robert Brown’s Parole Board Hearing with Diana Parkes, Part 7
Ep #349 British Airways Killer Robert Brown’s Parole Board Hearing with Diana Parkes, Part 7 Jun 29, 2026 3643 Mother of two, Joanna Simpson, was brutally killed by her estranged husband, British Airways pilot Robert Brown, on 31 October 2010. Brown smuggled a claw hammer in to Joanna's home and bludgeoned her to death before burying her body in a pre-dug grave. Despite this, Brown was acquitted of murder and convicted of manslaughter. He would serve just 13 years before becoming eligible for automatic rel
Ep 348: Remastered: The Murder of Gabby Petito, Part 15
Ep 348: Remastered: The Murder of Gabby Petito, Part 15 Jun 25, 2026 2581 In this remastered episode, Laura analyzes the police report filed by Officer Pratt and Officer Robbins and answers a number of burning questions including: whether it was known and recorded by police that the van belonged to Gabby, and; what’s happened to the police officers involved in the case?  The 99-page Moab City Police Investigative Review of the 12th August Gabby and Brian Police Stop wa
Ep #347: Analysing Judge Rowland's Sentencing Remarks in the Hampshire Gang Rape Case, Part 3
Ep #347: Analysing Judge Rowland's Sentencing Remarks in the Hampshire Gang Rape Case, Part 3 Jun 22, 2026 4335 Three teenage boys were convicted of 17 sexual offences, including 11 rapes of two separate girls, one at knifepoint. They were sent home with a £26 fine.    This case should alarm everyone – and it is far from isolated. Laura continues her analysis of Judge Nicholas Rowland’s sentencing remarks including the lack of understanding by the Judge regarding grooming, the power imbalance, vulnerabili
Ep 346: Remastered: The Murder of Gabby Petito, Part 14 
Ep 346: Remastered: The Murder of Gabby Petito, Part 14  Jun 18, 2026 4219 In this remastered episode,  Laura continues to deconstruct Officer Pratt’s footage of the police stop of Gabby’s van with startling revelations including how Laura believes that the Utah law was not only misunderstood but was also misapplied – and it’s probably not what you think. You might believe you have heard everything there is to say, but you really haven’t.  Trigger warning: Listener disc

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