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Children Of God
Kirsty Maxwell
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Stuart Lubbock
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Billie-Jo Jenkins
David Berg
Spain
Ricky Rodriguez
Violence Against Women
Sexual Abuse
Rowe Family Murders

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: www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

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Latest Episodes

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 differe... more

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. Natal... more

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 g... more

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'... more

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Recent Guests

Kacey Baker
Cult expert, host of The Cult Vault podcast
Cult Vault
Episode: 'The Instascammer': An Investigation into Liana Shanti
Della Wright
Campaigner behind Della's Law
Safeguarding Alliance (campaign)
Episode: The Case of Courtney Angus
Zoe Watts
Survivor of drug‑facilitated rape and founder of End Eye Check campaign
End Eye Check campaign
Episode: End Eye Check: The Fight Against Spouses Who Drug & Abuse Their Partners
Lewis Ashdown
Suspect in the murder case of Marc Williams
Unknown (murder suspect; discussed in episode)
Episode: Murdered by his YouTube Fan: The Case of Marc Williams
Esther McVeigh
Member of Parliament, Conservative Party, Tatton
Parliament/House of Commons
Episode: EP6: Jean - The Real Lady Justice 'Chantel's Law'
Alex Davies-Jones
Justice Minister
UK Government
Episode: EP6: Jean - The Real Lady Justice 'Chantel's Law'
Jean Taylor
Founder of Families Fighting for Justice, charity advocate for victims' families
Families Fighting for Justice
Episode: EP5: Jean - The Real Lady Justice 'Families Fighting For Justice'
Alexander Rose
Co-founder of the Stop Campaign, designer of campaign merchandise
Stop Campaign
Episode: EP5: Jean - The Real Lady Justice 'Families Fighting For Justice'
Anne Ming
Mother of Julie Hogg, advocate in sentencing reform
Families Fighting for Justice
Episode: EP5: Jean - The Real Lady Justice 'Families Fighting For Justice'

Host

Naomi Channell
Host of REAL, Real (podcast); documentary narration and lead presenter; independent true crime podcasting.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • Can’t fault real!

    I am obsessed with real,the excitement when a new episode drops is unreal ! Never known anyone to be able to make a podcast perfect apart from Naomi Chanell !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bonnieuk79
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Shocking

    This episode gave me goosebumps.

    Love the pod. Every story is told so well and articulated beautifully.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spurslea
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • 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 Podcasts
    5
    Sticky1982
    United Kingdom5 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 Podcasts
    5
    kazzieMatth17
    United Kingdom5 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 Podcasts
    5
    Nic.o.l.e.y
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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Listeners praise the host's calm voice and respectful handling of survivor stories.
High regard for ethical, non-sensational approach and depth of interviews.
Empathetic storytelling and well-researched cases set this apart.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#21
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#96
United Kingdom/True Crime
Spotify
#135
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#143
Ireland/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#84
Spain/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#107
Poland/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

End Eye Check: The Fight Against Spouses Who Drug & Abuse Their Partners
Q: What inspired Zoe to launch the End Eye Check campaign?
Zoe describes how reporting her abuse and the subsequent public attention revealed the widespread nature of the problem, motivating her to create a survivor‑led platform and collaborate with others to push for awareness, support, and legal reform.
A Daughter's Fight: The Case of Alison Connolly
Q: What do you want people to take away from your story?
Tara hopes readers and listeners will choose kindness and understand that everyone carries unseen battles; she wants people to see that someone who comes from nothing can become something through resilience, advocacy, and support.
Grave Concerns: Episode 2 'We've Got the Wrong Body'
Q: What do people like you and Funeral Directors who are trying to serve their communities, what do they need the most?
We need law. We can't enforce a law that doesn't exist.
Grave Concerns: Episode 2 'We've Got the Wrong Body'
Q: Elise, how normal is it for bodies to be kept in central locations that are not at the funeral home?
It is something I've come across working in the industry, and I am aware that that does happen.
Grave Concerns: Episode 6 'Change is Coming'
Q: What do you think is needed regarding regulation in the funeral industry?
Kirstie believes that regulations are long overdue and emphasizes that anyone selling funeral services should be qualified and have a proper understanding of death and dying. It's not just about inspection but about the knowledge required to deal compassionately with bereaved families.

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What is REAL about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners can expect tightly produced true crime storytelling that centers on real people and real impact. Episodes combine in-depth case histories, courtroom details, and survivor perspectives, with a respectful, non-sensational approach. The show often highlights victims and families, weaving investigative journalism with thoughtful commentary, and regularly features nuanced discussions about coercive control, online safety, and justice system dynamics. A notable strength is the host's calm, empathetic narration and clearly researched storytelling, which tends to attract listeners who value accuracy, sensitivity, and context over sensationalism. The format and consistent quality make it a strong fit for audiences who enjoy long-form, docu... more

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1. Kacey Baker
2. Della Wright
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4. Lewis Ashdown
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