REAL

By Naomi Channell

What's REAL about?

Real is a 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: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice

Download our free app to listen on your phone

REAL episodes:

05.28.2024
Episode 53: Murdered On Her Birthday
In January 2003, 22-year-old Kim Banyard should have been enjoying the happiest moments of her life. She'd just given birth to her first child and she'd seen friends to celebrate her birthday. But when she arrived home on the night of...
05.21.2024
Episode 52: The Trials of Emma-Jayne Magson
TW: Domestic ViolenceEmma-Jayne Magson was in a volatile relationship with her on-off boyfriend James Knight. Until one night in March 2016 ended their relationship... and the life of James. But what really happened that night and was James the only victim...
05.14.2024
Episode 51: Poisoned Minds - The Murders of Carol and Stephen Baxter
Keep your friends close and your enimies closer. It's a saying we hear often, but what if our enimies are disguised as our friends?In April 2023, Carol and Stephan Baxter were found dead in their armchairs. But when the police...
05.07.2024
Episode 50: What Really Happened to Max & Rebecca?
In 2011, a mysterious double tragedy happened in a mansion in California. 2 people were dead, both under suspicious circumstances. 2 families were left torn apart and with questions. Was 6-year-old Max Shacknai's death an accident? And did 29-year-old Rebecca Zahau...
04.30.2024
Bonus Episode 49: Q&A with Naomi Channell
This episode is a Q&A; episode with 'Real' producer and presenter Naomi Channell. Unlike the other episodes, it's a conversation co-hosted by Alice, the voice of popular YouTube channel 'Truly Criminal'. This stand alone epsiode will cover updates on past cases...
04.30.2024
Episode 48: Deadly Obsession - The Case of Gracie Spinks
When 23-year-old Gracie Spinks started a new job, she was left under the supervision of a dangerous man. A man who had previously had numerous complaints made about him.He became obsessed with Gracie and despite her informing the police of...
03.27.2024
EP8: Who Killed Billie-Jo?
After over a decade and three trials later... Sion Jenkins says he now knows who killed Billie-Jo. And that he even spoke to him... just minutes after he discovered her body. This is an independent podcast by Naomi Channell. If you...
03.27.2024
EP7: Who Killed Billie-Jo?
In this episode, we go to Hastings to re-trace some of the steps from that fateful day. With the prosecution putting so much emphasis on Sion Jenkins timeline, could he really have killed her in a three minute window? Or could...
03.27.2024
EP6: Who Killed Billie-Jo?
In this episode, we hear from a close friend of Billie-Jo's and get some insight into who Billie was. And if Sion Jenkins didn't kill Billie-Jo.... then who did? This is an independent podcast produced by Naomi Channell. If you would like...
03.27.2024
EP5: Who Killed Billie-Jo?
Sion Jenkins has made history. He is the first man in Britain to be tried three times for the same crime. After two juries failed to reach a verdict, Sion Jenkins was a free man and he could now have his...
03.27.2024
EP4: Who Killed Billie-Jo?
After six years behind bars, the court of appeal has granted Sion Jenkins a new trial. But why?What happened next was something nobody could have predicted.... and it made history. We also hear from former Sussex murder sqaud detective inspector Kevin...
03.27.2024
EP3: Who Killed Billie-Jo?
With the Jenkins private life suddenly laid bare, the police start to build their case against Billie-Jo's foster father, Sion Jenkins. And they soon discover, that Sion has been lying about something for years. But... does that make him a murdrer?...
03.27.2024
EP2: Who Killed Billie-Jo?
A man is now in custody in connection with the murder of Billie-Jo. But then the forensic evidence comes back... and they soon realise, their new prime suspect, is not the one they have in custody. This is an indepdent podcast made...
03.27.2024
EP1: Who Killed Billie-Jo?
Billie-Jo Jenkins was found murdered at the home of her foster family in February 1997. She was just 13-years-old. Her murder shocked the nation and a vibrant young girl lost her life. But why? This series will take you through this incredibly...
03.20.2024
Episode 47: Evil Personified - The Crimes of Michael Sams
When 25-year-old estate agent Stephanie Slater was kidnapped whilst conducting a house viewing, the police sprang into action. As the ransom calls and letters kept arriving, the police noticed that the kidnapper had mispelt the same words that a previous kidnapper...
03.13.2024
Episode 46: The Doula Scam - The Lies of Kaitlyn Braun
Kaitlyn Braun told over 50 doulas that she was pregnant. They coached her through contractions, massaged her, offered her emotional and physical support and some went to the hospital with her. Kaitlyn told many of them that she had lost...
03.06.2024
Episode 45: The Crimes of Aiden Fucci
14-year-old Aiden Fucci was not like other kids. Despite many disturbing warnings, those who knew him never thought he was serious when he said he dreamt of killing someone. Until he did. And he tore an innocent family's lives apart.This...
02.28.2024
Episode 44: The Fake Influencer
When Belle Gibson was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, the 19-year-old Australian mother of one did the unimaginable, she reversed her diagnosis. Not through traditional treatments, but through clean eating and alternative therapies. So she took to Instagram to show...
02.21.2024
Episode 43: Missing Amy
15-year-old Amy Fitzpatrick went missing on New Years Day 2008, in Mijas Costa, Spain and since then the family have gone through some of the most shocking and tragic events that human beings can ever experience. But someone knows what...
02.14.2024
Episode 42: The Evil Actions of William Paul Jones
22-year-old Christopher Neal and his family were in their safe space on the 1st of December 2019, their home.Until William Paul Jones entered their house and told Christopher to call 911. What would unfold would be one of the most...
02.07.2024
Episode 41: Mystery and Tragedy: The Case of Noah Donohoe Part 2
When 14-year-old Noah Donohoe was found dead in June 2020, the circumstances surrounding his death left a huge number of unanswered questions. In the second part of this episode, we look at the theories that were presented at the preliminary...
02.07.2024
Episode 41: Mystery and Tragedy - The Case of Noah Donohoe Part 1
14-Year-Old Noah Donohoe died in extremely mysterious circumstances in Belfast in June 2020. In the first installment of this two-part episode, we look at what we know about the case and the facts that surround one of the most tragic...
01.31.2024
Episode 40: The Incel Killer - The Crimes of Jake Davison
With the growing popularity of the internet, we have seen more men engage in incel culture. And Jake Davison was a self-confessed incel. The word incel comes from the term 'involuntarily celibate' - and Jake's frustrations at the absence of...
01.24.2024
Episode 39: Cursed - The Victims of Robert Durst
Robert Durst came from one of the wealthiest familys in America. But when his wife Kathleen went missing, her family were convinced that Robert knew more than he was letting on. And what happened next is so unbelievable, that to...
01.17.2024
Episode 38: Never Forgotten - The Case of Jamie Lavis
WARNING: This episode involves a child victim. Whilst the descriptions are not detailed and the case is respectfully and carefully told, please take extra care whilst listening.Jamie Lavis was an eight-year-old boy from Manchester, who went missing on the 5th...
01.10.2024
Episode 37: The Interrogation of Ryan Waller
When police found the lifeless body of 21-Year-Old Heather Quan on Christmas Day 2006, the police also found her boyfriend, 18-Year-Old Ryan Waller. He had facial injuries, he was dazed and deemed 'uncooperative'. But during his interoggation, the police discovered...
01.03.2024
Episode 36: Catching A UK Serial Killer - The Crimes of Levi Bellfield
Levi Bellfield is one of the most prolific and violent killers of our generation. He is behind bars thanks to murder squad detective Colin Sutton and his team.Levi has been convicted of 3 murders and 1 attempted murder, but they...
11.01.2023
REAL Presents... EP10: What Happened To Charlene Downes?
With a new potential person of interest being established just a week before this series was released, we say what we can say about him and his connection to Charlene, without jeporising any future investigation.And what now? What are people...
11.01.2023
REAL Presents... EP9: What Happened To Charlene Downes?
In this episode, we hear from a member of Charlene's family, and she tells us what life was really like for Charlene growing up. We also consider something else in this episode.... what if Charlene is alive? If you'd like...
11.01.2023
REAL Presents... EP8: What Happened To Charlene Downes?
So who was the convicted sex-offender, living in the flat just above the alleyway that Charlene was last seen in? And why did the police question him in prison? And why did the quest for justice for Charlene become political?...
11.01.2023
REAL Presents... EP7: What Happened To Charlene Downes?
We're in Blackpool to re-trace Charlene's last steps, was it really possible for her to be everywhere the police said she was on the day she went missing? We interview different people who are related to the case, including the...
11.01.2023
REAL Presents... EP6: What Happened To Charlene Downes?
In this episode, we will examine the timeline and witness statements from the night Charlene went missing and you will quickly notice.... they don't add up? Who is telling the truth? Who is mistaken? And who is lying? If you'd...
11.01.2023
REAL Presents... EP5: What Happened To Charlene Downes?
With Charlene's disturbing medical records have given a clear picture of the abuse she was going through, the police now have to consider many more men as potential suspects. And then, another teenage girl goes missing, in very similar circumstances...
11.01.2023
REAL Presents... EP4: What Happened To Charlene Downes?
With two new suspects in their sights and covert recordings, the police think they have the men who murdered Charlene... But do they? If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justiceIf you have been affected by...
11.01.2023
REAL Presents... EP3: What Happened To Charlene Downes?
We now know that there was a convicted sex offender living with Charlene on the day she went missing. So did the police look into this man? And did they find anything to link him to Charlene's murder? And a...
11.01.2023
REAL Presents... EP2: What Happened To Charlene Downes?
In the second episode of this series, we look at the history of the Downes family, including the frequent involvement of the social services with them and the allegations made against men visiting their family home. We also here from...
11.01.2023
REAL Presents... EP1: What Happened To Charlene Downes?
In November 2003, 14-year-old Charlene Downes went missing from Blackpool. She has never been found and is presumed murdered. In this ten-part series, we will go through the case, piece by piece. With access to thousands of records and reports,...
10.24.2023
Episode 35: 'I've Just Killed Someone' - First Confessions Count
If you commit a murder in the US, there is a 40% chance you will get away with it. If you kill in the UK, then there's a 28% chance you won't be caught.But what if your first move after...
10.17.2023
Episode 34: Whilst You Were Sleeping…. The Crimes of Alex Crain
Sleep walking.... sleep talking..... sleep killing? In todays episode, we look at the crimes committed by 14-year-old Alex Crain. In an extraordinary and devestating case, we hear how Alex committed the ultimate crimes against the two people who loved him...
10.10.2023
Episode 33: The Crimes Committed By The Chance Family
If you had a child who committed the unthinkable... what would you do? Would you turn them in? Would you disown them? Or would you help them get rid of the evidence? In this episode, we look at the horrendous...
10.03.2023
Episode 32: 'The Woman Without A Face'
From 1993 to 2008, an unidentified woman's DNA kept turning up at various crime scenes across Europe. The crimes ranged from petty car thefts to murders, including the execution of a German police officer. Over 100 officers across multiple countries...
09.26.2023
Episode 31: A Serial Killer In The Making - The Crimes of Shawn Grate
When Ohio police received a 911 call on the 13th of September 2016, the dispatcher immediately realised she was talking to a woman who had been abducted. And her abductor lay on the bed next to her. The dispatcher stayed...
09.19.2023
Episode 30: Post-Partum Psychosis? The Case of the Clancy Family
TRIGGER WARNING: This epsiode contains a case that features discussions of post-partum psychosis and the deaths of children. Whilst descriptions are not explicit, please take care whilst listening. Lindsay Clancy was described as the perfect mother. She doted on her...
09.12.2023
Episode 29: The Deplorable Murder of Leanne Holland
12-Year-Old Leanne Holland was found brutally murdered in Queensland, Australia in 1991. Her murder caused outrage and shock amongst the community, and the world. Who could have done something so evil?Shockingly, Leanne's sisters boyfriend was arrested and charged with her...
09.05.2023
Episode 28: A Tragic Tale from 9/11
Tuesday the 11th of September 2001 will go down as one of the most devestating days of all time. Over 3000 innocent people lost their lives and millions of people across the world mourned alongside the victims loved ones. But...
08.29.2023
Episode 27: The Zanesville Massacre
Before Tiger King and Joe Exotic, there was Terry Thompson. You may never have heard his name before... but after this episode, it's likely you won't forget it. This is the case of the Zanesville Massacre. Please note this episode...
08.22.2023
Episode 26: The Heartbreaking Case of Sasha Marsden
16-year-old Sasha Marsden was looking forward to the rest of her life. She was studying childcare, she had a loving family and a boyfriend who adored her. But in 2013, Sasha's life was taken from her in the most evil...
08.15.2023
Episode 25: The Murder The Serial Killer Didn't Do
From 1998-1999, a serial killer was targetting women and girls in Queensland, Australia. And when 14-year-old Natasha Ryan went missing, her family were frantic. More women started going missing and the police made an arrest. But what would happen through...
08.08.2023
Episode 24: Crimes From The Body Finders
What would you do if you found a body? Hopefully, call the emergancy services. But, what about the people who don't do the right thing? That don't call the authorities. And use their tragic discovery, to commit a crime against...
07.19.2023
Episode 23 Part 3: The Disappearance of Rudy Farias
With more allegations about Janie Santana surfacing in the media, the details of her and Rudy's life together start to emerge. Neighbours who have been hanging out with Rudy for the last eight years talk to the press and explain...

What's REAL about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

REAL episodes:

Episode 53: Murdered On Her Birthday

Episode 52: The Trials of Emma-Jayne Magson

Episode 51: Poisoned Minds - The Murders of Carol and Stephen Baxter

Episode 50: What Really Happened to Max & Rebecca?

Bonus Episode 49: Q&A with Naomi Channell

Episode 48: Deadly Obsession - The Case of Gracie Spinks

EP8: Who Killed Billie-Jo?

EP7: Who Killed Billie-Jo?

EP6: Who Killed Billie-Jo?

EP5: Who Killed Billie-Jo?

EP4: Who Killed Billie-Jo?

EP3: Who Killed Billie-Jo?

EP2: Who Killed Billie-Jo?

EP1: Who Killed Billie-Jo?

Episode 47: Evil Personified - The Crimes of Michael Sams

Episode 46: The Doula Scam - The Lies of Kaitlyn Braun

Episode 45: The Crimes of Aiden Fucci

Episode 44: The Fake Influencer

Episode 43: Missing Amy

Episode 42: The Evil Actions of William Paul Jones

Episode 41: Mystery and Tragedy: The Case of Noah Donohoe Part 2

Episode 41: Mystery and Tragedy - The Case of Noah Donohoe Part 1

Episode 40: The Incel Killer - The Crimes of Jake Davison

Episode 39: Cursed - The Victims of Robert Durst

Episode 38: Never Forgotten - The Case of Jamie Lavis

Episode 37: The Interrogation of Ryan Waller

Episode 36: Catching A UK Serial Killer - The Crimes of Levi Bellfield

REAL Presents... EP10: What Happened To Charlene Downes?

REAL Presents... EP9: What Happened To Charlene Downes?

REAL Presents... EP8: What Happened To Charlene Downes?

REAL Presents... EP7: What Happened To Charlene Downes?

REAL Presents... EP6: What Happened To Charlene Downes?

REAL Presents... EP5: What Happened To Charlene Downes?

REAL Presents... EP4: What Happened To Charlene Downes?

REAL Presents... EP3: What Happened To Charlene Downes?

REAL Presents... EP2: What Happened To Charlene Downes?

REAL Presents... EP1: What Happened To Charlene Downes?

Episode 35: 'I've Just Killed Someone' - First Confessions Count

Episode 34: Whilst You Were Sleeping…. The Crimes of Alex Crain

Episode 33: The Crimes Committed By The Chance Family

Episode 32: 'The Woman Without A Face'

Episode 31: A Serial Killer In The Making - The Crimes of Shawn Grate

Episode 30: Post-Partum Psychosis? The Case of the Clancy Family

Episode 29: The Deplorable Murder of Leanne Holland

Episode 28: A Tragic Tale from 9/11

Episode 27: The Zanesville Massacre

Episode 26: The Heartbreaking Case of Sasha Marsden

Episode 25: The Murder The Serial Killer Didn't Do

Episode 24: Crimes From The Body Finders

Episode 23 Part 3: The Disappearance of Rudy Farias

Other shows like REAL: