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The Crime Agents

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Shoplifting
Rehabilitation
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Covid-19
Assault
Gang Culture
Shamima Begum
Prison System
Magistrates' Court
Murder Charges
Youth Crime
Far-Right Extremism
Knife Crime
Counter-Terrorism Policing

If you want to understand what’s really happening on Britain’s streets, you need to hear this. The Crime Agents, the new podcast from the makers of The News Agents, goes beyond the headlines to uncover the truth behind crime that affects all of us. Why is violence rising? Why is public trust in the police collapsing? And what’s really driving young people to kill each other? Hosted by two insiders... more

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Latest Episodes

In this week's Q&A episode, Andy & Neil debate whether or not it's time to increase the age of criminal responsibility. It's currently 10 in England, Wales & Northern Ireland, but it's 12 in Scotland, and the UN recommends 14. Who's got it right? And... more

In this week's episode, Andy & Neil look at what impact the expanding war in the Middle East is having here in the UK. The Iranian regime has a long history of plotting terrorist acts and using proxies to hit targets on British soil - so will Keir St... more

This week, Andy & Neil take your questions on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest, with Andy revealing the intriguing details he's been told by his sources about why the police search of Royal Lodge went on for almost a week.

They also respond to qu... more

More than one child is murdered every week in the UK - but what if the solution to gang violence isn't tougher prison sentences or more stop & search? This week, Andy & Neil explain why the kids caught up in this violence seem to be getting younger, ... more

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Recent Guests

Lib Peck
Director of London's Violence Reduction Unit
London's Violence Reduction Unit
Episode: Who’s winning the war on gang violence?
Sammy Odoi
Youth worker involved with the Violence Reduction Unit
London's Violence Reduction Unit
Episode: Who’s winning the war on gang violence?
Duncan Ferguson
Former footballer known for his toughness on the pitch, narrated his personal experience with a burglary
Everton
Episode: The gangs targeting Premier League stars
Richie Mockler
Legendary veteran Sky News cameraman
Sky News
Episode: Cheating death: ‘I was ambushed by Russian hitmen’
Lewis Goodall
Co-host of The News Agents and self-confessed politics nerd
The News Agents
Episode: Mandelson, Epstein & Andrew: when power and policing collide
Sir Jeremy Hunt
Former Health Secretary
Episode: Lucy Letby: time for a retrial?
Sarah Jones
Policing Minister
Home Office
Episode: ‘Britain’s FBI’: how will it work?
Laurence Taylor
Assistant Commissioner and head of Counter-Terrorism Policing
Episode: Exclusive: inside Britain’s counter terrorism HQ
Miriam Blyth
Mother of Edward Cornes, advocates for justice regarding her son's death.
Episode: Are the police still institutionally homophobic?

Hosts

Neil Basu
Co-host and former Head of UK Counter-Terrorism Policing who has extensive experience in law enforcement and crime prevention.
Andy Hughes
Co-host and renowned Crime Correspondent with extensive experience in investigative journalism.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 197 ratings
  • Jeremy Hunt - Really

    Really Jeremy Hunt - commenting on NHS - is he really the best you could do. He helped break the NHS.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jac-scot
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Rubbish

    Such poor low quality info and research - it’s basically made up

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    app user 1234455566
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Top podcast

    Really insightful podcast about crime by people who know their stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @josephhug
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • One sided podcast

    left wing opinions throughout

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nickname@100
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Yes to address violence against women & girls

    Obsessed with manosphere topics. They seem uninterested in discussing the huge issue of violence against women and girls. The pathetic conviction rate for rapists. The increasing issue of incel culture. The fact that a woman in the UK is killed every three days at the hands of her partner of ex partner.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Generic screen name
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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There are mixed feelings regarding bias; some appreciate the depth of analysis while others believe it favors law enforcement perspectives.
The dynamic between the hosts, given their contrasting backgrounds, is often noted as a highlight, providing a unique take on complex topics.
Listeners find the discussions informative and insightful, shedding light on crucial societal issues related to crime.

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#233
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#32
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#226
France/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#243
Australia/True Crime
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#60
Singapore/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#139
Ireland/True Crime

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Q&A: Tracking down Epstein's emails & was Jim Ratcliffe's immigration rant illegal?
Q: What does it mean that missing persons cases are never closed?
Missing persons cases, particularly potential murder cases, are always open pending fresh evidence, but resources must shift to current live cases as inquiries exhaust.
Q&A: Tracking down Epstein's emails & was Jim Ratcliffe's immigration rant illegal?
Q: When does free speech become racist hate speech and illegal?
Ratcliffe's comments were offensive but not illegal, and reporting him would waste police time.
The gangs targeting Premier League stars
Q: How do police track these organized criminal gangs?
Police use intelligence-led policing, gather information from informants, and employ electronic surveillance to monitor the activities of gangs.
The gangs targeting Premier League stars
Q: What has changed about the methods of burglary targeting high-profile individuals?
The methods have become increasingly sophisticated with organized gangs conducting thorough surveillance and planning heists meticulously, contrasting with opportunistic burglaries seen in the past.
Who’s winning the war on gang violence?
Q: What are the pivotal things you've found in a young person's life?
Relationships built with youth workers are crucial for understanding and addressing the circumstances of vulnerable young people.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Crime Agents

What is The Crime Agents about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the pressing issues surrounding crime in the UK, offering listeners insights into the complexities of policing and the criminal justice system. Key topics include rising violence, public trust in law enforcement, and the underlying factors driving youth violence. Uniquely positioned with hosts who have firsthand experience in law enforcement and crime journalism, each episode provides a blend of analysis and storytelling that goes beyond mere headlines. Listeners can expect in-depth discussions on a wide range of criminal topics, from the intricacies of gang culture to the challenges law enforcement faces in the modern era, making it particularly engaging for those interested in the societal implications of crime and ... more

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The Crime Agents launched 9 months ago and published 64 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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Recent guests on The Crime Agents include:

1. Lib Peck
2. Sammy Odoi
3. Duncan Ferguson
4. Richie Mockler
5. Lewis Goodall
6. Sir Jeremy Hunt
7. Sarah Jones
8. Laurence Taylor

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