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REAL
by Naomi Channell
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.
Episodes
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The Horrific Crimes of Paul Sharpe
In the spring of 2026, a young girl was abducted by man in Greater Manchester. As the police traced the suspects car they realised that the man inside was a convicted murderer who had been let out of prison 13 years earlier. This is REAL. If you'd like to support the show, you can join REAL's...
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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.…
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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...
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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...
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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…
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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…
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'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...
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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 REAL…
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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...
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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...
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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…
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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…
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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...
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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...
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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…
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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…
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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...
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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...
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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....
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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.…
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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:...
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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...
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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,...
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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...
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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...
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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…
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'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…
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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…
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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...
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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…
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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…
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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?...
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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…
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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...
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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…
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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...
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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…
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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...
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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...
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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…
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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…
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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....
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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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