REAL
Real is an independent true crime podcast hosted by award-winning TV producer Naomi Channell. Each episode is an audio documentary that tells a true crime story that is almost unbelievable, but these stories are real. The podcast covers a variety of true crime cases with in-depth storytelling.
Episodes
The Murder of Lily Whitehouse
In 2023, 17-year-old Lily Whitehouse met a man 21 years her senior, 38-year-old Mohammed Azim.Despite Lily being so young, Mohammed made his feelings clear, he wanted to be in a relationship with her.But what happened next would leave a young girl dead and a newborn baby without her mother.This is REAL.To get more information on the 'Close the Consent Gap' campaign, please see here:https:/
The Murder of Samantha Henderson
It is estimated that approximately 80 children are left motherless after domestic homicide each year in England and Wales. These children not only have to endure grief and trauma, but they are also then uprooted, sometimes they are taken in by family members and sometimes they are placed into the care system. Today, we’re going to look at the case of Samantha Henderson and a brutal murder that lef
The Unlawful Killing of Yousef Makki
On the 2nd of Match 2019, 17-year-old Yousef Makki was out with two of his friends, all were privately educated and one moment would end the life of this budding heart surgeon. But what happens when a criminal court and an inquest come to a different conclusion, where one says he was killed in self-defence, but the other says he was unlawfully killed? This is REAL. If you'd like to support the
Devil Woman: The Crimes of Natalie Bennett
When 42-year-old Natalie Bennett set her sights on 19-Year-Old Kasey Anderson, everyone who knew them both could never have imagined that they would start a romantic relationship.But behind closed doors, their relationship was far from happy. Natalie started a campaign of abuse against her younger boyfriend. Abuse that would end up devastating a family and a whole community.This is REAL.If you'
The Secret Life of Ms. Carroll
Eimear Carroll was a primary school teacher from Ireland, she was married and had two babies in quick succession. But nobody could have ever predicted what she was doing behind closed doors. This is REAL. If you'd like to support the show and get early ad-free episodes, extra content and be entered into a monthly giveaway, you can join me over on Patreon, thank you: https://patreon.com/REALtruecri
'The Instascammer': An Investigation into Liana Shanti
Kacey Baker is a cult expert and two years ago she came across a Reddit post, citing the alleged harm that a woman in Hawaii, called Liana Shanti, had caused some of the members of her online community.Former members alleged that she was 'inducing' memories of sexual abuse from their friends and family members, she was encouraging members to break up their family homes and even encouraging mothers
Britain's Newest Serial Killer: James Desborough
When members of the homeless community start going missing in Cornwall, England, the police could never had predicted that they were about to uncover a man who was a danger to everyone he came into contact with.... and is now confirmed to be Britain's newest detected serial killer. This is REALIf you'd like to join me over on Patreon, please see here, thank you so much:https://patreon.com/REALtrue
Dying For Help: The Case of Lindy Lucena
In January 2023, a man witnessed another man viciously beating a woman in Ballina, Australia. He called the police, expecting them to arrive and help this woman. But that didn't happen and what happened next would devastate a family and anger the nation. This is REAL. If you'd like to join me on Patreon, please see here, thank you so much:https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcastIf you need help or
An Unlikely Killer: The Murder of Danny Cahalane
When a drug dealer in Plymouth has acid thrown at him, people automatically assumed it was a drug deal gone wrong. But as the investigation progressed, the police were confronted with a sobering reality, someone, who they'd never have suspected was involved, had played a key role in this brutal murder. This is REAL.If you'd like to join me over on Patreon, please see here, thank you so much:https:
The Disturbing Case of Sonia Exelby
In October 2025, Sonia Exelby got on a flight from London to Florida. But she wasn't going on holiday or to meet a friend, she was going to meet a monster.And what happened next, started one of the most heartbreaking and disturbing investigations these seasoned officers had ever witnessed.This is REALTo join me on Patreon please see here, thank you:https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcastFor menta
The Murder of Sophie Lionnet
In 2017, Sophie Lionnet had travelled from her home in France, to work as a Nanny for a couple in London. She thought she was starting her dream job, caring for small children. But in reality... she was walking into a real life nightmare. One that would end her life.This is REAL:If you'd like to join me over on Patreon, please see here, thank you:https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcastIf you need
The Murder of Jenna Baldwin
When 15-year-old Jenna went missing from her home in Pontypool, Wales, the police initially thought they were dealing with a runaway.But when a series of chilling phones calls are made to the family home, they realise they were dealing with something much sinister.This is REAL.If you'd like to join me over on Patreon, please see here, thank you:https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast Hosted on Ac
When Women Kill Women: The Murder of Sadie Hartley
Women on women homicide is rare, with only 2-2.5% of murders that feature both female victims and female killers. In today's case, a woman planned to kill another woman over a 17 month period... with the help of another woman. This is REAL. If you'd like to join me over on Patreon, please see here, thank you:https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i
The Murder of Kim Thompson
On the 9th of August 2025, Kim Thompson was found unresponsive in her bed by her husband Michael. All the police and paramedics entered the house, it looked as though Kim had taken her own life.But Kim's friends and family knew this wasn't the case... and they suspected Michael of killing her. And as the police started to gather evidence, they noticed that Michael's ex-partner had died in suspicio
Taylor Parker: Lies, Murder, and a Stolen Baby
Since the 1970s, there have been 24 recorded cases of foetal abduction, where a pregnant woman has her baby forcibly removed from her and abducted.In this case, we look at the crimes and deception of Taylor Parker and how she betrayed a woman who only showed her kindness and care whilst they went through their pregnancies together.But there was one big problem... Taylor wasn't pregnant. And as her
The Case of Courtney Angus
In July 2025, 20-year-old Courtney Angus moved into a house share with a man called Michael Doherty, excited about her new independence and her upcoming 21st birthday celebrations. But just 2 days after she moved in, Michael started to make unwanted advances toward Courtney and his reaction to her rejection would be fatal. As the police started to gather evidence, they discovered that Michael had
The Murder of Henry Nowak
In 2026, one of the UK's most shocking murder cases came to court. But it was how he was treated when help arrived on the scene, that caused public outrage. As Henry lay on the ground dying, police arrest him, putting his limp hands in handcuff's, clearly in need of urgent medical attention. This episode cover the facts in the case and the legacy that Henry Nowak will leave behind.This is REAL. If
Abraham Shakespeare: The Lottery Winner Murder
When Abraham Shakespeare won millions in the lottery, he believed his financial struggles were over. Instead, his newfound wealth brought unwanted attention, manipulation, and eventually, the ultimate betrayal.This is REAL. if you'd like to join this podcasts community over on Patreon, please see here:https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf
The Murder of Natalie McNally
A study from America has shown that pregnant women are more likely to die by homicide than by obstetric complications, with the majority of perpetrators being the woman's intimate partner. Natalie McNally was a woman in her first trimester when she was found dead by her partner, the baby's father, Stephen. The police suspected him straight away, but he'd been live streaming at the time of her murd
Unduly Lenient: The Fordingbridge 3
3 Offenders, 2 Traumatised Victims, 1 Judge, 0 Days in Prison.Aprox. 830 cases are submitted to the UK's Unduly Lenient Sentencing Scheme each year. Members of the public and those affected by the crimes committed can ask for the case to be reviewed by the Court of Appeal if the sentence doesn't match the public's expectation for the crime. And every year, between 100-140 have their sentences incr
End Eye Check: The Fight Against Spouses Who Drug & Abuse Their Partners
In this very special podcast, hosts Naomi Channell (from the ‘REAL’ and ‘REAL LIVES’ podcast) and Lala (aka @Lalalaletmeexplain from the ‘Block, Delete, Move On’ podcast) are joined by Zoe Watts, a survivor of systematic drug facilitated abuse at the hands of her former husband and one of the founders of the #endeyecheck campaign. Zoe tells her story and the message and change she hopes to ac
Murdered by his YouTube Fan: The Case of Marc Williams
18-year-old Marc William's from Uckfield was a rising YouTube star, who liked to document his love of climbing high buildings, free running and parkour. He was loved by his friends and family and his videos also bought like minded people into his life, including another local man, Lewis Ashdown.They seemed to have a lot in common and soon Lewis started appearing in Marc's videos, joining him on hi
Stranger Danger: The Case of Julia James
Julia James was a local PCSO, working with members of her community to help victims of crime, domestic violence and to make it safer. But on the 27th of April 2021, Julia took her dog for a walk in a local beauty spot, but she never came home. Julia's injured body was found in woodland by local walkers and she was pronounced dead at the scene. What followed was an extensive manhunt and a family an
Alissa Knight: The Bigamist Bride
As Peter Knight was getting ready on the morning of his wedding, he got a text message that made his heart drop. The message said that his soon, 'wife-to-be' Alissa, was a bigamist. But it turns out, that was just the tip of the iceberg. This is REAL. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here via Patreon, thank you:https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com
EP6: Jean - The Real Lady Justice 'Chantel's Law'
Chantel's killer is now free, having served just 20 years for the murder, dismemberment and concealment of her body.Jean's now fighting for long term change and is now in the process of forming Chantel's Law, which will see tougher custodial sentences for those who desecrate and conceal their victims bodies and we need your help.Please sign the petition below:https://petition.parliament.uk/petitio
EP5: Jean - The Real Lady Justice 'Families Fighting For Justice'
After three loses, three encounters with the justice system, Jean is now making it her mission to help other families affected by homicide.She has now helped over 1000 people who have lost a loved one to murder, manslaughter or culpable homicide as well as children who have been affected (alongside children from deprived communities). And then Jean gets the news she's been dreading....This is Jean
EP4: Jean - The Real Lady Justice 'A New Jean'
After a fire breaks out at a mosque in Birkenhead, no one could have predicted how that would finally give Jean the answers she so desperately needed. She now knew that Chantel wouldn't be coming home.This loss ignited something in Jean, and a 'new Jean' was born. And she was ready to fight. This is Jean: The Real Lady Justice To sign Jean's petition, please see here: https://petition.parliament.u
EP3: Jean - The Real Lady Justice 'Chantel'
As Jean tries to live with the grief of loosing her sister and her son, life deals her another blow.Her daughter Chantel, goes missing.This is Jean - The Real Lady Justice. If you need help or support with domestic abuse please get in touch with the following organisations:https://havendas.org.uk/ - UKhttps://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ - UKhttps://mankind.org.uk/ - Support for male victims&nbs
EP2: Jean - The Real Lady Justice 'Stephen'
After the loss of her sister Joyce, Jean tries to make sense of what's happened. But when a neighbour knocks on her door, to tell her that she's seen Jean's son being put in an ambulance, her life is about to change, all over again. This is Jean: The Real Lady Justice If you need help or support with domestic abuse please get in touch with the following organisations:https://havendas.org.uk/ - UKh
EP1: The Real Lady Justice - 'Joyce'
Meet Jean Taylor... a woman who has helped over 1000 family members who have been affected by homicide with her charity Families Fighting For Justice. And Jean can do this... because she knows how it feels. Over the next six episodes, you're going to hear about Jean, a woman from Birkenhead, England whose lived through the unimaginable... but she's still standing strong and fighting every step of
A Sister's Fight for Justice: What Happened to Alissa?
On the 17th of May 2001, 17-year-old Alissa Turney went missing, on the last day of school. At first, she was considered a runaway, but as time passed, the police realised that this was now a murder inquiry.After a killer serving a life sentence gave a false confession, investigators looked more closely at Alissa's home life. And that's when the case took a different direction....This is REAL.If y
Domestic Drugging: When Your Partner Becomes the Threat
Home is meant to be the safest place—but for some, it becomes the most dangerous.In this episode, we uncover the hidden world of domestic drugging and abuse within relationships. An investigation by CNN revealed that one chatroom with this horrifying abuse as it's subject, had over 62 million views in just one month. This is REAL. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here by joining Pa
The Women That Were Failed: Remembering Naomi & Fiona
When Naomi Hunte was found murdered in her own home, the police had a prime suspect. Naomi had called the police four times, on a man called Carl Cooper, she told them that he had been stalking her and subjecting her to abuse, but nothing was done. The police found a knife with Naomi's blood on it in Carl's home, CCTV showed him in the area just before he died, as well as mobile phone data that sh
'I'm Fighting the Law for my Sister'
This episode is from my show 'REAL LIVES' - as I recover from a nasty illness and prepare to celebrate a big birthday in a few days time, I'm sharing an incredibly heartbreaking case from a brother who has suffered unfathomable loss and is now fighting for his sister. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains references to domestic violence and suicide. Whilst the descriptions are not explicit, pleas
EP 6: His Name Was Stuart Lubbock 'No Justice, No Peace'
So what happens now? Stuart Lubbock's sexual assault and murder is still being investigated by police - but where are the party goers now? We also speak to Owen Phillips, the producer of the Channel 4 documentary on the case titled 'Barrymore: Body In The Pool'.If you have any information on this case please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.To support the show, you can join Patreon for £2 per
EP 5: His Name Was Stuart Lubbock 'Terry's Fight'
Stuart Lubbock's father Terry has never given up on getting justice for his son. In this episode we look at the lengths Terry went to, including meeting up with Michael Barrymore, alone, in a hotel room.....If you have any information on this case please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.To support the show, you can join Patreon for £2 per month, thank you:https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodc
EP 4: His Name Was Stuart Lubbock 'Arrests and Developments'
The journey for justice is rarely smooth, but this journey has been full of turbulence. In this episode, we look at the arrests, allegations and developments in this case from the last 25 years and how the investigation momentarily went from a murder investigation to looking for evidence of a vile necrophilic attack.....If you have any information on this case please contact Crimestoppers on 0800
EP 3: His Name Was Stuart Lubbock 'The Inquest'
The inquest of Stuart Lubbock was a media circus. The family and friends of Stuart arrive at the court, coming face to face with the last people to see Stuart alive. But the inquest left them with more questions than answers....If you have any information on this case please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.To support the show, you can join Patreon for £2 per month, thank you:https://patreon.
EP 2: His Name Was Stuart Lubbock 'The After Party'
As the nation wakes up to the shocking news that a man has died after being found in the swimming pool of a national TV star, we examine the witness statements to try to get a clear picture of what led to the death of Stuart. But the witness statements do not add up.... who is telling the truth? Who is lying? And why?If you have any information on this case please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555
EP 1: His Name Was Stuart Lubbock 'Some Geezer's Drowned In The Pool'
*It's been 25 Years since Stuart Lubbock was found raped and murdered in the swimming pool of TV presenter Michael Barrymore - this series, has been re-recorded and includes additional reporting from the first series released in 2022*.Imagine going to a nightclub, meeting a national celebrity and being invited back to their house for a party... cool right?Well... not if that party would mean the e
A Daughter's Fight: The Case of Alison Connolly
In her first podcast interview, Tara Proffitt tells her heartbreaking and incredible story. When Tara was a child, she knew her Mum was carrying a secret. Her gut instinct told her it was the same one that she was carrying... and one day her mother told Tara everything and her worst fears were confirmed - they had both been abused by a man who was supposed to love and protect them.But on the 12th
The Case of Trudi Burgess
When schoolteacher and former singer Trudi Burgess began a relationship with gardener Robert Easom, it seemed like a chance at happiness after the devastating loss of her husband. But behind closed doors, Robert slowly began to manipulate Trudi. Over the course of eight years, Trudi would endure a relentless pattern of coercive control, intimidation, and escalating violence. On 17 February 2025, e
The Murder of Donna Drepaul
In July 2010, a 50-year-old nurse who lived and worked in London, was subjected to an extraordinary act of violence that left her dead and the multiple people who witnessed it traumatised. But many people don't know her story, because it has received little media coverage. Today, to mark International Women's Day, we're going to look at the case of Donna Drepaul, a woman who was killed by a jealou
Wicked Games: The Case of Dawn Rhodes
In June 2016, Dawn Rhodes arrived at her family home where her soon to be ex-husband Robert was waiting to hand over their child. But something happened that left their child and Robert with injuries and Dawn, dead.Robert and their child said Dawn had attacked them in a jealous rage and at a trial Robert was found not-guilty of murder, instead, killing Dawn in a heroic act of self-defence.Until th
The 15-Year Mystery of Izabela Zablocka
In August 2010, 30-year-old Izabela from seemingly vanished into thin air in Derby, England. Her friends and family tried to get hold of her, but they were met with silence. Her girlfriend, Anna Podedworna, didn't report her missing and told everyone that Izabela had run away.But Izabela's daughter, who was living with with relative's in Poland, always knew deep down that her mother would never ha
The Murder of Jane Collinson
In March 2023, 59-year-old Jane Collinson was looking forward to so many exciting things in her life. She was planning her 60th birthday party, her daughters wedding and she was about to buy her dream home with her new husband.But one mans actions ended all of that. In this episode, we focus on the continuing issue of violence against women and girls. In the UK a woman is killed by a man every 3 d
Amanda Wixon's House of Horrors
In March 2021, Gloucestershire Police received a strange phone call - the person on the line was calling to get help for a woman who was being kept against her will.When the police arrived, they discovered Amanda Wixon, a mother of ten, had been keeping a woman as a slave.... for 25 years. This is REAL. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you:https://patreon.com/REALtruecr
What Really Happened to Caroline & Susan?
In March 2011, Susan Nicholson was found dead on her sofa. Her boyfriend, Robert Trigg, said he had accidentally rolled on her in the night. The police ruled the death as an accident and the case was closed.But if they had conducted a more thorough investigation... they'd have discovered that just a few years prior, Robert had woken up to his ex-girlfriend, Caroline Devlin, lifeless at the end of
Grave Concerns: Episode 6 'Change is Coming'
In the final episode in this series, we look at crimes from the United States within funeral homes that have led the way for meaningful change and tighter legislation. And we end the series with hope and reassurance, by reflecting on the people doing incredible work in the funeral industry. Including Kirstie Atherton, a funeral celebrant and founder of the community interest company 'Dead Positive
Grave Concerns: Episode 5 'Monsters in the Mortuary'
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains references to the sexual abuse of corpses. Whilst the descriptions are not explicit, please take extra care whilst listening. In the last 15 years, 2 cases of serious and depraved crimes happening inside hospital mortuaries have shocked and disgusted the world. Jimmy Savile and David Fuller's actions have broken the hearts and spirit of their victims families
Grave Concerns: Episode 4 'The Funeral Swindler'
It takes a low person to scam grieving families when they are at their most vulnerable, and there is one man who has done just that, time and time again. This episode looks at the crimes of Mark Kerbey, also known as Richard Sage, who has committed crimes and served a series of prison sentences for scamming, stealing and traumatising people accessing his funeral services across England and Scotlan
Grave Concerns: Episode 3 'Broken Hearted Parents'
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode centres around the experiences of grieving parents and baby-loss.In the summer of 2025, the BBC published a news story that broke the hearts of parents around the country. Two families had discovered the bodies of their babies, in the home of a funeral director.These parents have now bravely spoken out to try to help change regulations in the UK and question why anyon
Grave Concerns: Episode 2 'We've Got the Wrong Body'
Shadow funeral services are the parts of the funeral industry that are often out of the public's view. In this episode, we hear about cases that have been uncovered by journalists and families who discovered that their deceased loved one, wasn't where they thought they were.We also hear from Andrew Judd, the CEO of the National Association of Funeral Directors, who offers comfort and reassurance -
Grave Concerns: Episode 1 'What's Happened in Hull?'
Over the last two decades, the UK has seen a number of criminal scandals in funeral homes bought to light and they have traumatised thousands of families who believed their deceased loved one had been treated with care and dignity. Instead, they've been told that they had been neglected, lost or abused.But what's just as shocking for many, is the realisation that the UK funeral industry is current
The Crimes of Amy Pugh
On the 22nd of March 2022, a woman calls 999 and says her husband has tried to take his own life. When the emergency services arrive, they enter a scene of devastation and chaos and 28-year-old Kyle Pugh dies. But when the post-mortem comes back, all is not what it seems.This is REAL. Information on Kyle's Law: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwyldx313g9oIf you need help or support with domest
Who Killed David, Julie and Nicole?
In October 2020, West Mercia police launched a nation wide manhunt. There was a serial killer on the loose and they needed to catch him before he killed again. The name of this killer isn't widely known outside of the area local to where these horrific murders took place. Today, we're going to explore the facts in the case against Anthony Russell and remember David Williams, Julie Williams and Nic
The Case of Hollie Kerrell
On the 22nd of April 2018, 28-year-old mother of three Hollie Kerrell, went missing from her home in Wales. Her husband told the police that she had left the family home and three people came forward to say they'd seen her after she had disappeared. But then the police discovered the last text message Hollie had sent from her phone.... their hope of finding Hollie alive started to dwindle. This is
REAL: Case Updates from 2025
As we come to the end of 2025, there have been some significant updates in some of the cases featured on 'REAL', including one case, where someone who listened to the podcast, has come forward with information that could be life-changing for a grieving son.This is REAL. If you'd like to support the show for £2 a month and get additional content, giveaways and more, please join our community here:
The Murder of Jade Ward
In 2021, Jade Ward finally broke up with the father of her 4 children, after years of enduring his controlling behaviour. He'd even booked them a secret wedding, in an attempt to 'keep her'. But Russell decided that if he couldn't have her, nobody else could either.Jade was murdered and her children were devestated at the loss of their caring and devoted mother, but from his prison cell, Russell w
What Happened to Gary Shearer?
On the 16th of March 2023, 53-year-old Gary Shearer flew to Lanzarote to celebrate St Patrick's Day. But after just a few hours on the resort, Gary went missing.Today, Gary's niece Darcie lays out the facts and explains why she thinks there has been foul play in her uncles case.This is REAL. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here: https://www.patreon.com/c/REALtruecrimepodcastTo sup
The Story Behind Willow's Law
In October 2024, Mother-of-one Courtney Lee's found the body of her teenager child. They had taken their own life after being bullied. Statistics state that around 200 teenagers die by suicide each year in the UK, with bullying being a common factor that leads them to this heartbreaking decision. Now Courtney is advocating for victims of bullying by trying to get the government to take action. In
The Many Confessions of Darren Osment
On the 6th of June 2012, 32-year-old mother of four Claire Holland went missing in Bristol are a night out. She'd met her ex-partner for a drink and whilst witnesses saw her leave the pub that night, she seemed to vanish into thin air.But then an undercover police officer did something incredible - over 18 months he befriended the main suspect... to try to get him to confess. This is REAL. If you'
The Murders of Chloe and Josh Bashford
In 2023, four children were picked up by a man that they considered to be a grandfather figure. He took them to a coffee shop and then out for dinner. But this wasn't a kind gesture... he was keeping the children away from something that would break their hearts and change their lives forever. And he was responsible.This is REAL.To join me on Patreon, please see here, thank you:https://patreon.com
Part 3: Who Killed Brian & Susan?
In this episode, we look at another double murder that happened within Brian and Susan's friendship group - could the same person have killed 4 people?And we hear from Dean's brother, whose got some incredible information...Could this lead Ray a step closer to figuring out who killed Brian and Susan?This is REAL.To Contact Ray directly: Priceys797@hotmail.comTo join the Facebook Group and see the
Part 2: Who Killed Brian and Susan?
With a bombshell dropped for Ray, he is adamant he won't let it deter him from getting justice for the man he believed was his Dad. In this episode, we go further into Ray's investigation and discover that not everything is as it seems....This is REAL.To support the show, you can join Patreon for £2 per month, thank you:https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimepodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Vis
Part 1: Who Killed Brian & Susan?
Brian Price and Susan Tetrault were murdered in their beds at Susan's flat in London in 1986. The case has been cold for almost 40 years... until now...Ray Price, Brian's son has started his own investigation - and we've been invited along. And what he has started to uncover is shocking...This is REAL.If you'd like to support the show, please see here, thank you: https://patreon.com/REALtruecrimep
The Case of Danny Rex Harris
In 2007, the body of 55-year-old Danny Rex Harris was discovered in his bedroom in his apartment in Memphis, Tennessee. He had lay undiscovered for over two months. Two arrests and convictions were made, but now one woman, an everyday citizen who works in finance, came across the case and noticed something was very very wrong. In this episode, we are joined by Stephanie Tinsley, a first time inve
Lost in Paradise: The Mysterious Disappearance of Sarm Heslop
British woman Sarm Heslop went missing from her boyfriends yacht in March 2021. They yacht was moored in Franks Bay, in the Virgin Islands, 200ft from the shore. The details surrounding Sarm's case are laid out in this episode by two of her friends who are part of a group of people who loved Sarm, and won't rest until they have answers. This is REAL.If you'd like to join REAL's Patreon, you can do
What Happened to Scarlett Vickers?
In April 2024, a family of three were preparing to have dinner, when the unthinkable happened.The only child in the house, 14-year-old Scarlett Vickers, collapsed, she had been stabbed in the heart. Her father Simon caused her injury but he said it was an accident. Scarlett died from her injuries.In this episode, we go through the evidence and hear what the jury decided. This is REAL. If you'd lik
The Case Against Shaye Groves
In July 2022, 27-year-old Shaye Groves fatally stabbed her boyfriend, 25-year-old Frankie Fitzgerald, in a violent and ruthless act of betrayal. What began as a relationship turned into a twisted collision of obsession, manipulation, and deceit. As the police investigation progressed, they discovered that Groves’s had a fascination with true crime and serial killers and they were left asking if he
Introducing... REAL LIVES
My new podcast 'REAL LIVES' is out now. From Naomi Channell, TV producer, journalist, and host of the hit true crime podcast REAL, comes a brand-new series that proves the most extraordinary stories aren’t always about crime… they’re about life.In REAL LIVES, Naomi sits down with people whose experiences are stranger, wilder, and more moving than fiction.From a victim of a bigamist to a Dunblane s
Going Under: The Deaths of Marcus, Wesley & Brittany
In 2011, three student's from the North Port High School in Florida, died in separate incidents over the space of 9 weeks. Marcus Freeman, Wesley McKinley and Brittany Palumbo were all bright, young and loved students, who loss impacted the whole community. As well as being students at the same school, they also had another thing in common: they'd all been hypnotised by their school principle, Geo
Murder or Self-Defence? The Case of Ian Rawle
When Christine Rawle met her husband Ian, he took her and her three children on as his own. He had money, a home and he was infatuated with her - but their relationship was toxic. Despite this, the couple headed into their retirement, making each others lives miserable. Until a summer's day in August 2022, their relationship finally ended... but the jury had to decide if Ian had been murdered, or
The Case of Kristil Krug
Kristil Krug was a mother of three, wife and exceptional scientist. So when her ex-partner started stalking her online, she reported it to the police. The family stepped up their security, her husband installed cameras around their house and they hired a private investigator. But on the 14th of December, the stalking would end for good. Kristil was found murdered in the family home.But when the po
The Case of Adrianna Hutto
In August 2007, emergency service workers arrived at a home in Florida to find seven-year-old Adrianna Hutto in a critical condition. It looked as though she had drowned in the families pool. But Adrianna's six-year-old brother had a different version of events. In this episode, we are joined by N Leigh Hunt, journalist and host of the 'In Esto' podcast, which offers a deep dive into the evidence
Stephen Griffiths: A British Serial Killer
In 2009, Stephen Griffith's was studying serial killers as part of his criminology PHD. But when a caretaker from Stephen's block of flats was routinely reviewing CCTV from the past weekend, what he saw was straight out of a horror movie. This would open a case that this 'intelligent student', was actually a secret serial killer.This is REAL. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here,
The Case of Carol Jarvis
When 15-yer-old Carol met 29-year-old Harry Jarvis, she had no idea how depraved her future husband would be. Though she was just a child when they met and within a few years, they'd be married with a growing family. But when Harry met a woman called Rita, he decided that Carol was in the way. He moved his mistress into their garden shed and plotted to get rid of his wife, once and for all. This i
The Most Exploitative Show on Earth?
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