On June 20, 2020, friends gathered for an evening of drinks and conversation in Forbury Gardens, Reading. In a matter of seconds, their peaceful night turned into a nightmare when Khairi Saadallah launched a brutal knife attack, killing three men and injuring three others.

In this episode, Alexander Lawson examines the horrifying events, the victims’ stories — James Furlong, Joseph Ritchie-Bennett, and Dr. David Wails — the perpetrator’s background, the swift investigation, and the inquest findings that deemed the deaths probably avoidable.

A story of terror, systemic failures, and remembrance.

Content warning: Graphic descriptions of violence.

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On a quiet afternoon in Uxbridge, west London, 49-year-old binman and dog lover Wayne Broadhurst was brutally stabbed to death while out walking his dog. In a shocking unprovoked attack, Wayne stepped in to help others under assault—only to become the final victim in a triple stabbing.

Host Alexander Lawson explores the heartbreaking details of this October 2025 tragedy, the bravery of an ordinary man, the swift arrest of 22-year-old Safi Dawood, and the devastating impact on Wayne’s partner Ann Newman and the local community.

A story of senseless violence, community loss, and a hero gone too soon.

Content warning: This episode discusses graphic knife crime and murder. Listener discretion advised.

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In the early hours of 13 June 2023, the city of Nottingham was plunged into horror when Valdo Calocane carried out a series of devastating attacks that claimed the lives of three innocent people: 19-year-old university students Barnaby Webber and Grace O’Malley-Kumar, and 65-year-old school caretaker Ian Coates.

In this episode of A True Crime Podcast, host Alexander Lawson examines the heartbreaking timeline of events, the victims’ bright futures and extraordinary courage, the perpetrator’s long history of untreated paranoid schizophrenia, and the systemic failures revealed by the 2026 public inquiry.

From the bravery that earned Grace the posthumous George Medal to the families’ fight for accountability, this episode explores one of Britain’s most shocking recent tragedies and the vital questions it raises about mental health care and public safety.

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses graphic violence, murder, mental illness, and traumatic loss. Listener discretion is advised.

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In July 2024, a quiet family home in Bushey, Hertfordshire, became the scene of unimaginable horror when Kyle Clifford carried out a brutal, premeditated attack on his ex-girlfriend Louise Hunt, her sister Hannah, and their mother Carol. Armed with a crossbow and knife, Clifford’s actions—fueled by rage over a breakup—shocked the nation and ended with a dramatic manhunt.

Join host Alexander Lawson as he unpacks the chilling timeline, the planning behind the killings, the harrowing evidence from the doorbell camera, Clifford’s suicide attempt, and his whole-life sentence. A devastating case of domestic violence, rejection, and lethal entitlement.

Listener discretion is strongly advised — this episode contains detailed descriptions of murder and sexual violence.

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In this gripping episode of A True Crime Podcast, host Alexander Lawson uncovers the shocking story of how tabloid journalists allegedly hacked Prince Harry’s voicemails and invaded his private life for years. From suspicious stories about his teenage parties and relationships to a landmark High Court trial, we dive deep into the widespread phone hacking scandal at Mirror Group Newspapers, the explosive 2023 judgment, Harry’s emotional testimony, and the dramatic 2024 settlement.

Discover how one prince took on the tabloids in a fight for privacy and accountability — and what it reveals about power, the press, and justice.

A true crime tale of surveillance, cover-ups, and royal defiance.

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What began as a romantic drama about surviving abuse turned into one of Hollywood’s most bitter legal wars. In this episode, host Alexander Lawson breaks down the explosive lawsuit between It Ends With Us stars Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively — from on-set allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation, to claims of a smear campaign, creative control battles, leaked texts involving Taylor Swift and Ryan Reynolds, and dramatic court rulings that dismissed major claims.

We examine both sides of the story through court documents: Lively’s accusations, Baldoni’s $400 million countersuit for defamation and extortion, key evidence that emerged, the judge’s decisions, and the May 2026 settlement that ended the case without a trial. As of June 2026, the fight over attorneys’ fees continues.

A story of power, perception, and justice in the entertainment industry — where the truth may never have been fully decided by a jury.

Listen now for the full timeline and analysis.

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Disclaimer: This episode discusses civil allegations based on public court records. Many claims were dismissed; the case settled without admissions of liability.

What happens when one of the biggest stars in the world tries to erase a single aerial photo of her Malibu mansion from the internet?

In this episode of A True Crime Podcast, host Alexander Lawson uncovers the 2003 lawsuit that backfired spectacularly. Barbra Streisand sued a photographer and a public environmental website over Image 3850 — a wide coastal shot taken from a helicopter. Before the case, the photo had been downloaded just six times. After? Hundreds of thousands of views, global headlines, and a permanent place in internet history.

This is the true origin story of the Streisand Effect — the phenomenon where trying to suppress information online only makes it spread faster. From $50 million demands to a dismissed case and a six-figure legal bill, discover how one celebrity’s privacy battle created a cautionary tale for the digital age.

No murder. No conspiracy. Just one photo… and the power of unintended consequences.

New to the Streisand Effect? This is the episode that explains everything.

Listen now and think twice before you try to make something disappear online.

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In the glittering underbelly of 1990s Hollywood, one woman built a multimillion-dollar empire catering to the rich, famous, and powerful. Heidi Lynne Fleiss — the infamous “Hollywood Madam” — ran a high-end escort service until a daring police sting brought it all crashing down.

In this episode of A True Crime Podcast, host Alexander Lawson uncovers Heidi’s meteoric rise from protégé of Madam Alex to the queen of Beverly Hills call girls, her explosive arrest, the shocking trial featuring testimony from Charlie Sheen, the federal tax evasion case, and the legendary black book of clients she refused to name.

From Benedict Canyon mansions to federal prison, explore the glamour, greed, selective justice, and enduring mystery of one of Tinseltown’s biggest scandals.

What happens when the madam goes down but the clients walk free? Listen now.

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On July 13, 2024, a 20-year-old gunman climbed onto a rooftop outside a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania and opened fire on former President Donald Trump. One spectator was killed, two others critically wounded, and Trump was grazed by a bullet that came within inches of ending his life.

In this gripping episode, host Alexander Lawson breaks down the crimes of Thomas Matthew Crooks — his background, meticulous planning, and the eight shots that shattered a peaceful summer evening. We walk through the minute-by-minute timeline, the heroic actions of Corey Comperatore, the immediate chaos, and the FBI’s exhaustive investigation that found a lone actor with no clear motive.

We also examine the critical security failures that allowed the attack to unfold.

A true crime story that nearly changed American history.

Content warning: Detailed discussion of gun violence and assassination attempt. Listener discretion advised.

Runtime: ~35 minutes

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On September 10, 2025, conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was shot and killed by a sniper while speaking at a Turning Point event on the Utah Valley University campus in Orem, Utah. A single bullet from a rooftop 142 yards away ended the life of one of the most influential voices in young conservative politics.

In this episode, host Alexander Lawson unravels the chilling timeline: the light-security outdoor debate, the shooter’s preparation, the 33-hour manhunt, the dramatic family surrender, and the mountain of forensic evidence — including engraved bullet casings with political messages. We examine the alleged motive, Tyler James Robinson’s background, the ongoing death penalty case, and what this political assassination reveals about America’s deepening divisions.

Listener discretion advised — this episode discusses real violence and a high-profile murder.

Based on court documents, official statements, and investigative reporting.

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