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Laura, Jim and Lisa continue their interview with Naomi Gibson to hear her first hand account of what it was like inside the NXIVM cult. Naomi talks about being recruited by film maker Mark Vicente, who relentlessly pursued her to join “Jness” an offshoot of NXIVM. Naomi describes the celebrities and high powered people who were in the “Jness” circle, which added to the lure of the group.&nbs...

Laura, Jim and Lisa interview Naomi Gibson to hear her first hand account of what it was like inside the NXIVM cult. But Naomi’s story does not start with NXIVM. She survived being born into and growing up in the infamous and horrific “Children of God” aka “The Family International” cult — one that demanded the sexual enslavement of women through "Flirty Fishing" and promoted child sex abuse...

Announcing the first case... Come join me, Laura Richards, in the intelligence cell, as I deconstruct one of the most misunderstood cases of our time. It will literally blow your mind. The first episode of Crime Analyst drops January 8 2021. Subscribe, download and listen for free by searching for Crime Analyst on your preferred podcast app on Apple or Android devices. You can also listen on iTune...

Laura and Jim, continue their conversation with filmmakers Cecilia Peck and Inbal B. Lessner, creators of the incredible STARZ doc-series “Seduced: Inside the Nxivm Cult”. Laura and Jim breakdown how the grooming process is enhanced by enablers and how the cult leader gaslight so many of his victims. You can watch this amazing documentary series on STARZ with a free trail by going to this link&nbs...

Jim Clemente and Lisa Zambetti jump on for a bonus episode discussing the Nashville Christmas Day bombing. Jim breaks down what he thinks the motivations of the offender were and Lisa asks about significances of the date and other aspects of the crime. Our conversation goes down some interesting roads when we begin to talk about the offender's possible paranoia, leading us to delve into...

You’ve met the CSIs, the detectives and the profilers – well now it’s time for Crime Analyst. If you're interested in real crime and good storytelling that's respectful to victimsand you want more insight and in-depth analysis about the who, the what, the where, the when, the how and the why... congratulations! You’ve found your next podcast! Ride shotgun with me, Laura Richards world renowned and...

Laura and Jim continue their conversation with filmmakers Cecilia Peck (Director and Showrunner) and Inbal B. Lessner (Executive Producer, Writer and Editor) of the incredible STARZ doc-series “Seduced: Inside the Nxivm Cult”. Celia and Inbal talk about finding the brave victims who came forward to talk about their experience inside the cult and the secret “sorority” called DOS. You can watch this...

Laura, Lisa and Jim wish you all a Happy Holiday season during this trying year. They all make recommendations for shows to watch and listen to as 2020 wraps up See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Laura and Jim sit down with filmmakers Cecilia Peck (Director and Showrunner) and Inbal B. Lessner (Executive Producer, Writer and Editor), of the incredible STARZ doc-series “Seduced: Inside the Nxivm Cult”. Laura and Jim talk about the red flags they saw right away with this dangerous so-called “self help group” which slowly indoctrinated, groomed and coercively controlled its members. Cecilia a...

We continue our conversation with Jan Broberg, whose story of child sexual abuse and kidnapping at the hands of a close family friend is told in the Netflix documentary “Abducted in Plain Sight”. Laura and Jim explore how this offender was allowed to continue to target young girls even after he was caught. Lisa wonders if this offender is different from others we have covered in that he took Jan a...

Lisa, Jim and Laura, sit down with a very special guest this week. In 2013, Lisa cast actress Jan Broberg on an episode of Criminal Minds, as a mother in despair that her son had been kidnapped. What Lisa didn’t know was that in real life, Jan herself had been kidnapped, not once, but TWICE by a close family friend. Years later, Jan would tell her incredible story in the Netflix documentary “Abduc...

Today, Jim wanted to send a special message out to listeners about the recent death of his best friend Stephen Anthony Jeter. We wanted to do a tribute to Stephen, not just because he was an amazing person, but to get the word out about SUDEP, and raise awareness so that other people might be saved. We love you Stephen and we will never forget you.  The music for this tribute “Why’d You Leave...

In our final episode on this case, RCP finishes analyzing the murder of Shanann Watts and her children at the hands of Chris Watts. In today’s episode, Jim and Laura finish reviewing Chris Watts’ behavior by using the psychopathy checklist. What do you think his score was? #HernamewasShanann #HernamewasBella #hernamewasCeleste #hisnamewasniko #victimsmatter #netflix #amercianmurder #thefamilynextd...

RCP continues analyzing the murder of Shanann Watts and her children at the hands of Chris Watts. In today’s episode, Jim and Laura review Chris Watts’ behavior by using the psychopathy checklist.  #HernamewasShanann #HernamewasBella #hernamewasCeleste #hisnamewasniko #victimsmatter #netflix #amercianmurder #thefamilynextdoor #watts #psychopath We are so grateful to our sponsors who make our...

The RCP team analyzes the horrific story of Christopher Duntsch, a neurosurgeon whose arrogance and recklessness in the operating room left a trail of victims — patients who first came to him to alleviate their pain, ended up maimed and in some cases, dead. Jim and Laura forensically deconstruct Duntsch’s behavior and the real motives behind his actions. Lisa wonders why Duntsch was able to get aw...

RCP continues their dive into the Netflix documentary "American Murder - The Family Nextdoor". Jim and Laura put to rest questions about Nichol Kessinger's involvement in the murders. Lisa asks about the significance of the different disposal sites for poor Shanann, Bella and Cece.  Real Crime Profile is so grateful to our sponsor’s this week: Total Gym: ● Right now, Total Gym...

The RCP team analyzes the shocking story of Dr. Farid Fata, a renowned oncologist who falsely diagnosed thousands of patients with cancer in order to receive millions of dollars in profit — administering treatments that they didn’t need, treatments that made them very sick and in some cases killed them. Jim and Laura forensically deconstruct Fata’s behavior...

Laura, Jim and Lisa continue their conversation with special guest Jenny Popplewell, the Director of the #1 Netflix show American Murder: The Family Next Door. Warning: This is an extremely upsetting watch and case and this series is a tough listen. Our thoughts are with Shanann's, Bella and Celeste's family and friends. #HerNameWasShanannWatts #HerNameWas BellaWatts #HerNameWasCelesteWatts #...

Welcome to the premiere episode of Killer Casting. Love deep diving into the best shows and movies out there? Does no one understand your fascination with analyzing acting, dissecting dialogue, scrutinizing structure, wondering about wardrobe and yes...wittering about wallpaper? Then you are in the right place! Join Real Crime Profile's Lisa Zambetti (casting director for Criminal Minds)...

Laura, Jim and Lisa are joined by special guest Jenny Popplewell, the Director of the #1 Netflix show American Murder: The Family Next Door. Jenny takes us behind the scenes and explains why this case spoke to her as well as the gender bias in the media on reporting on domestic violence murders and familicides. Laura asks Jenny about the time Shanann spent with her family in North Caroli...

Laura, Jim and Lisa continue to discuss the #1 Netflix show about the murders of Shanann, Bella, Celeste and Nico Watts. Jim and Laura continue to deconstruct Chris Watt's behaviour and events leading up to the horrific events of August 13 2018. Warning: This is an extremely upsetting watch and case and this series is a tough listen. Our thoughts are with Shanann's, Bella and Celeste's family and...

Laura, Jim and Lisa continue to discuss the #1 Netflix show about ther murders of Shanann, Bella, Celeste and Nico Watts. Jim and Laura continue to deconstruct Chris Watt's behaviour and break down the police interview and strategy and Watt's confession. Warning: This is an extremely upsetting watch and case and this series is a tough listen. Our thoughts are with Shanann's, Bella and Celeste...

Laura, Jim and Lisa deconstruct the number one Netflix show 'American Murder: The Family Next Door' about the murders of Shanann, Bella, Celeste and Nico Watts committed by husband and father, Chris Watts. Warning: this is an extremely distressing watch and our breakdown is a tough listen. Unfortunately that's the utterly horrific reality of familicide - or family wipeouts - and there are man...

We continue our fascinating behind the scenes interview about the Emmy award winning Netflix documentary 'Don't F**k With Cats' with online sleuthers Deanna Thompson (Baudi Moovan) and John Green. We discuss the investigation including their proactive and planned disinformation strategy to track the killer along with crush videos and the link between animal abuse, domestic violence,...

We go behind the scenes of the Emmy award winning Netflix documentary "Don't F**k With Cats" with online sleuthers Deanna Thompson (Baudi Moovan) and John Green.  We talk about their detailed and exhaustive investigation, the highs and the lows and the evolution of serial killers including how to spot the warning signs for early intervention and prevention opportunities in both the virtu...