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The Crime Agents

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Shamima Begum
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Prison System
Youth Crime
Far-Right Extremism
Knife Crime

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

The UK is the biggest consumer of illegal drugs in Europe. From the British Pablo Escobar in the 1980s, to Albanian gangs taking over in the last decade, and a crack cocaine epidemic in between, Andy and Neil tell the story of how this shocking fact ... more

In this week's Q&A episode, Andy and Neil answer your questions on why the conviction rate for rape and other violence against women and girls is so low - and give their verdict on whether social media and the 'manosphere' is making it more dangerous... more

Tommy Robinson’s Unite the Kingdom march was supposed to be in the name of free speech.

Around 150,000 people attended the protest in central London this weekend. The far right activist said he wanted it to be a family event with no violence or alco... more

In the last year, a child has been arrested almost every week by counter-terrorism police. That's a record - but why is this happening? And who is trying to radicalise these children? In this special episode, Andy speaks exclusively to an undercover ... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Mulhall
Representative from Hope Not Hate
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Episode: Is the far-right hijacking legitimate immigration protests?
Sam Walters
Head teacher at New Rush Hall School in East London, experienced in dealing with troubled children exposed to gangs.
New Rush Hall School
Episode: Inside gangs: Why are children killing each other?

Hosts

Andy Hughes
Crime journalist with two decades of experience, specializing in uncovering the criminal underworld.
Neil Basu
Former Head of UK Counter-Terrorism Policing, and ex-cop with significant experience in counter-terrorism.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 152 ratings
  • 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.

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    Generic screen name
    United Kingdom20 days ago
  • Great podcast

    Insightful and balanced. A great listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OneSunnyDay555
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Well worth a listen

    If you have come to listen to this podcast just to reinforce your own views, as some reviewers appear to have done, this isn’t the podcast for you. Yes, every episode is not the most in-depth analysis of topics but each is thoroughly discussed and debated, allowing the listener to form their own views and go on to research more where necessary. I find the podcast engaging, well presented and addressing multiple angles of dividing current affairs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KikiArth
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Exceptional

    Don’t miss this podcast, insightful and informative. Well delivered by great hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danctid
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Absolutely fantastic podcast for anyone interested in crime

    Couldn’t possibly recommend this more. It’s fascinating to have the perspective of both a journalist and a high-ranking police official. I appreciate the fact they don’t always see eye-to-eye and it’s fascinating to learn more about the inner workings of the various groups they cover.

    You’ve got a huge fan in me already and I can’t wait to hear the next episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JimmyPageification
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#232
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#28
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#84
Ireland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#116
Hong Kong/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#159
Singapore/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#210
India/True Crime

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Q&A: Why is it so hard to secure a rape conviction?
Q: Why is the conviction rate for violence and rape against women and girls so low?
The low conviction rate is attributed to difficulties in proving consent and the lack of corroborating evidence, which often leaves cases as 'he said, she said'.
The secret world of child terrorists
Q: What about the parents of these kids? Do they know anything about this?
Many parents are oblivious, and it's crucial to promote awareness and communication about online activities.
The secret world of child terrorists
Q: How are these kids being drawn into this extremism?
They're being groomed through social media platforms and exploited through extremist content linked to their grievances.
Policing, politics, prejudice: 30 years on the frontline
Q: Do you regret that?
I do regret sacrificing personal relationships and health for the job.
Policing, politics, prejudice: 30 years on the frontline
Q: Did that prevent you from getting the top job?
Yes, speaking out on issues like institutional racism may have swallowed opportunities for advancement.

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

This podcast focuses on the complexities of crime in Britain, offering in-depth discussions around themes like rising violence, deteriorating public trust in policing, and the troubling motivations behind youth gang involvement. The hosts—both with extensive backgrounds in law enforcement and crime journalism—bring firsthand insights to the narratives surrounding contemporary issues of crime. Notably, the episodes tackle urgent topics such as gang culture, counter-terrorism, and the social structures influencing criminal behavior, all while aiming to demystify the law enforcement processes. This engaging exploration is likely to resonate with listeners interested in societal challenges, crime prevention, and the impact of culture on public ... more

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The Crime Agents launched 3 months ago and published 23 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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