REAL
Naomi ChannellReal 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: www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 257 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeDocumentarySociety & Culture | |||
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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 wo... more
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 somethi... more
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 ... more
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... more
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- Can’t wait for each episode
I absolutely love all the shows Naomi has anything to do with! Real, Real lives, The Affair….
Naomi keeps my attention, she has a really easy voice to listen to and no annoying jingles. Each and every episode is told so well.
Best Podcasts!
Apple Podcasts5Sticky1982
United Kingdom3 months ago - The best podcast
I can find it difficult to feel engaged with podcasts, but Naomi totally keeps my attention with her objective, interesting topics. I recommend her podcasts to everyone!
Apple Podcasts5kazzieMatth17United Kingdom3 months ago - Naomi is just brilliant
I’ve been listening to Naomi Channell’s true crime podcast for about two years now, and she is honestly brilliant. Her storytelling is so engaging — she really pulls you into each case without it ever feeling overdone or sensationalised.
What I love most is how well-researched everything is. You can tell she puts so much time and effort into getting the details right, and she explains things in a way that’s clear, respectful, and easy to follow. She strikes that perfect balance between informat... more
Apple Podcasts5Nic.o.l.e.yUnited Kingdom4 months ago - Brilliant true crime podcast!
I only found this by mistake when Naomi was a guest on another podcast , she’s great no waffling on just gets right to the point with interesting details and facts. Love it!
Apple Podcasts5andi 21United Kingdom4 months ago - Brilliant podcast
Just listening to episode 16, Joseph Powell, and far from being disturbed by the actual content, that phone call with the patronising, imbecilic 911 dispatch operator had me squirming in my seat. It was excruciatingly cringeworthy. He should have been sacked immediately. Well done, mate.
Apple Podcasts5DaisokieUnited Kingdom4 months ago
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Spotify | #20 | United Kingdom/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #98 | United Kingdom/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #250 |  Australia/True Crime |
Spotify | #148 |  Ireland/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #170 |  Mexico/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #170 |  Brazil/True Crime |
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What is REAL about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show presents audio documentaries centered on real-life crime stories, told with careful research, empathy, and a clear focus on victims, families, and systemic issues. Episodes blend timeline reconstruction, courtroom details, and firsthand perspectives from relatives and advocates, often highlighting legislative reform efforts and public campaigns tied to high-profile cases. Noteworthy elements include deep-dive storytelling, survivor voices, and ongoing discussions about justice, policy change, and accountability that extend beyond individual cases to broader societal impact.
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These podcasts share a similar audience with REAL:
1. REAL LIVES
2. REDRUM true crime
3. British Murders with Stuart Blues
4. Seeing Red A True Crime Podcast
5. The True Crime Enthusiast Podcast
How many episodes of REAL are there?
REAL launched 4 years ago and published 257 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on REAL?
Recent guests on REAL include:
1. Della Wright
2. Zoe Watts
3. Lewis Ashdown
4. Esther McVeigh
5. Alex Davies-Jones
6. Alexander Rose
7. Anne Ming
8. Sarah Croft
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