Crime Analyst, hosted by criminal behavioural analyst Laura Richards, examines murder cases, victims and coercive control. The show has 380 episodes released about every 3.4 days, with a median length of roughly 64 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, implying a sponsorship rate of about $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Award-winning criminal analyst reaches a large, engaged true crime audience weekly
- Apple Podcasts shows 1,933 ratings with a 4.9 average, a strong signal of listener loyalty.
- 380 episodes since December 2020 give a long, consistent catalogue and ongoing reach.
- Serious, expert-led format suits brands wanting thoughtful, non-sensational placements.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, co-hosted discussion, narrative
- Tone
- analytical, serious
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 55 to 70 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description and episode titles reference no sponsors or funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode titles reference murder, rape and drugging, e.g. 'Profiling the Husband Who Drugged and Raped', so violence and adult themes are flagged.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | audioboom.com/channels/5044584 |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1545830333 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/ADL3507065281 |
Benchmark score: 91 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Ep 380 Remastered: The Forgotten Victims, The A1 Linked Offences, Part | 2026-10-15 | 59 min |
| Ep 379 Sleeping with the Enemy: Profiling the Husband Who Drugged and | 2026-10-12 | 1 h 11 min |
| Ep 378 Remastered: The Forgotten Victims, My Mum Wilma McCann, Part 2 | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 10 min |
| Ep 377 Mica Francis: Profiling the Crime Scene with Rich McHugh, Part | 2026-10-05 | 1 h 2 min |
| Ep 376 Remastered: The Forgotten Victims, Part 1 | 2026-10-01 | 49 min |
| Ep 375 Mica Francis: Profiling John-Paul Miller with Rich McHugh, Part | 2026-09-28 | 1 h 4 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 3 days.
If you are curious about the ‘who dunnit’ and the ‘why dunnit’ and how and why victims become footnotes in their own murders, Crime Analyst is for you. Hosted by world renowned and award-winning Criminal Behavioural Analyst Laura Richards.
About Crime Analyst
Crime Analyst is a true crime podcast hosted by Laura Richards, a criminal behavioural analyst described on the show's description as world renowned and award-winning. The show explores who committed murders, why they did it, and how victims become footnotes in their own cases, with recent episodes covering coercive control and domestic abuse. It is published on Megaphone with 380 episodes since December 2020, released about every 3.4 days at a median length of roughly 64 minutes.
The show holds a 4.9 average from 1,933 ratings on Apple Podcasts, according to the Apple listing. Listener numbers are not published; the estimate of 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode is inferred from ratings and show scale, and listeners are likely drawn from the UK and US, with a majority of women by estimate. No sponsors were seen in the feed.
At an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would typically cost about $360 to $2,000 per episode. This suits safety, legal support and premium education brands seeking a serious, engaged audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Crime Analyst can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Crime Analyst
How much does Crime Analyst charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll would be roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode. Final pricing depends on placement and negotiation with the show.
What is Crime Analyst about?
Crime Analyst is a true crime podcast hosted by criminal behavioural analyst Laura Richards. Episodes examine murders, offender profiling, and coercive control, with a focus on the victims involved.
How do I contact Crime Analyst about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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