REAL

Naomi Channell

Real is an independent 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

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Oct 30, 2024 · 27 min
Episode 75 - Part 2: The Disappearance of Michael Frison
On the 13th of July 2024, 25-year-old Michael Frison went missing from a volunteer site in Sardinia, Italy. In this episode, we continue to explore what happened in the lead up to his disappearance and the concerning discoveries found on Michael's mobile phone. This is a special four-part series of 'Real'. The Official Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/michaelfrisonmissing https://www.gofundme.com/f/funds-to-help-find-michael - If you'd like to support Cristina in her quest to find her son, you can do so here. Thank you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 30, 2024 · 42 min
Episode 75 - Part 1: The Disappearance of Michael Frison
On the 13th of July 2024, 25-year-old Michael Frison went missing from a volunteer site in Sardinia, Italy. Up until last month, Michael's disappearance status was 'voluntarily missing' but it is now a criminal investigation. The details surrounding Michael's last few months are concerning and his mother Cristina wants to share those details in an attempt to find the son she so desperately misses. This is a special four-part series of 'Real'. The Official Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/michaelfrisonmissing https://www.gofundme.com/f/funds-to-help-find-michael - If you'd like to support Cristina in her quest to find her son, you can do so here. Thank you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 23, 2024 · 25 min
Episode 74: The Disappearance of Helen Bailey
Author Helen Bailey was loved by many, including a legion of fans who loved her work. Her books provided entertainment and escapism and when she lost her husband in a tragic drowning accident, she became a pillar of strength for many, as she documented her journey with grief. But in April 2016, Helen's family would be grieving her loss after she went missing and the outcome of a police investigation would be far more sinister than anyone could imagine. This is Real. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 15, 2024 · 38 min
BONUS EPISODE: Inside Virginia McCullough's House
In October 2023, Virginia McCullough was arrested for the murder of her parents, John and Lois. She has lived in their house with their bodies for over 4 years. (I covered this case in episode Episode 73 and the video version is on my YouTube channel link below). 2 weeks ago I received a message from a man called Ben who told me in December 2024, he went into the home of Virginia McCullough... and he wanted to tell me, and you, what he found... This is Real. Ben's accounts - @places_forgotten https://www.instagram.com/places_forgotten https://www.tiktok.com/@places_forgotten YouTube video version of this case: https://youtu.be/1RcGg7Y8EgM?si=sCUC-4adyBGccjy8 Naomi Channell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naomichannell https://www.instagram.com/realtruecrimepodcast If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 15, 2024 · 34 min
Episode 73: The Crimes of Virginia McCullough
In September 2023, Essex Police forced their way into a family home, after two elderly people had been reported missing by their doctor... and they hadn't been seen since 2019. There stood their daughter, with her hands up. And her chilling confession was caught on camera. But the police had no idea of the horrors they would find in that family home. This is Real. If you would like to support this independent podcast, you can do so here: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Podcast recommendations: COLD TAPES: https://www.coldtapes.com/ BRITISH MURDERS: https://www.britishmurders.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 9, 2024 · 45 min
Episode 72: The Case of Elaine O'Hara
When 36-year-old Elaine O'Hara went missing in August 2012, her family immediately became concerned. She had vanished without a trace. But a year later, a series of extraordinary discoveries and some of the most incredible investigation work Ireland had ever seen, the truth about her disappearance was revealed and it is a case that Ireland, and the world could never forget. This is Real. Please note there are extremely disturbing and sensitive subjects raised throughout this episode and a trigger warning will play at the start of the episode. If you would like to support this independent podcast, you can do so here, thank you: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 1, 2024 · 41 min
Episode 71: The Case of Grace Millane
Grace Millane was a vivacious young woman who loved life. At the age of 21, she decided to live her dream and travel the world. But she would never return. British tourist Grace met up with a man on Tinder in New Zealand and did what millions of young people do every weekend, she went on a date. But this date, would be deadly, leaving a family and many people who loved her, devastated. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Grace's charity can be found here: https://www.lovegrace.co.uk/ White Ribbon Charity can be found here: https://www.whiteribbon.org.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 24, 2024 · 24 min
Episode 70: Where is Ruth Wilson?
On the 27th of November 1995, 16-year-old Ruth Wilson went missing in Surrey, England. This case seems to get very little coverage in mainstream media, so in today's episode, I have gathered together the facts surrounding her disappearance. And some of those facts, give us more questions, that answers. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice The Real Stories documentary of Ruth's case can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesChannel/videos/2159655517601554/ If you have any information on Ruth's case, please contact Surrey Police, quoting 'Operation Scholar': https://www.surrey.police.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 17, 2024 · 35 min
Episode 69: The Death of Warriena Wright
In 2014, Warriena Wright went to meet a young man she met on Tinder, in Australia's 'Surfers Paradise'. That man was Gable Tostee. What started off as a promising night of fun, turned into a real life nightmare. The events that led to the death of 26-year-old Warriena would be heard by many, because Gable recorded a 199 minute voice recording of their time together, Warriena's death and the aftermath. That recording would be used as evidence in one of the most controversial trials Australia has ever seen. This is Real. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice To get an exclusive NordVPN deal head to https://nordvpn.com/realpodcast to get an extra 4 months on the 2-year plan. There’s no risk with Nord’s 30-day money back guarantee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 10, 2024 · 24 min
Episode 68: The Murder of Samantha Eastwood
Samantha Eastwood was someone who brought life into the world. Described as a warm and caring midwife, she was a friend to many and had a family who adored her. She had recently called off her engagement to a man she had been with for years, and was navigating her new life without him. In July 2018, Samantha went missing after working a night shift and after speaking ot her colleagues, the police leapt into action. The public pointed the finger at her ex partner, but the police discovered that someone else had a reason to want to silence Samantha. This is Real. If you would like to get in touch or to recommend a case, please feel free to say hi!: Instagram: @naomichannell X: @Naomi_TV LinkedIn: Naomi Channell If you would like to support the show, you can do so here, thank you: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice To get an exclusive NordVPN deal head to https://nordvpn.com/realpodcast to get an extra 4 months on the 2-year plan. There’s no risk with Nord’s 30-day money back guarantee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 4, 2024 · 42 min
Episode 67: Deadly Daughters
In 2015, 85-year-old Anthony Tomaselli died at his home in Florida. His family mourned this sad loss and Anthony was laid to rest. But after a series of nightmares, Anthony's daughter Linda told her lover something. Something that was so bad, he hit record on his mobile phone. And the truth behind how Anthony really died turned out to be the ultimate betrayal. This is Real. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 27, 2024 · 25 min
Episode 66: Finding Julie Reilly
In February 2018, 47-year-old Julie Reilly went missing from her home in Glasgow. She had recently told her family that she was moving a lodger into her flat, to help care for her as she had a brain injury. The police soon found out who this lodger was.... and the police were now treating this as a murder inquiry. What happened next, is the stuff of nightmares, but for Julie's loving family and friends, this was very Real. If you have a TV licence and reside in the UK, you can watch the documentary mentioned in todays episode here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m0005sv5/murder-case If you would like to support the show you can do so here, thank you: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Crime Con UK is on the 21st and 22nd of September 2024 in London. Use REAL10 for 10% off any tickets: https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 20, 2024 · 36 min
Episode 65: No Tragic Accident - The Crimes of Mackenzie Shirilla
When a member of the public found a car smashed into a wall on the 31st of July 2022, police, fire and ambulance crews raced to the scene. Two young men were dead and the driver was barely alive. On the surface, this looked like a tragic accident. But what transpired, was far more disturbing. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Davion Flanagan Memorial Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/davion-flanagan Dominic Russo Go Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/recreate-dominics-gravesite Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 13, 2024 · 38 min
Episode 64: The Crimes of Britain's Longest Serving Prisoner
Ronald Evans has been in prison for over 50 years for committing some of the most heinous crimes Britain has ever seen. But there's a chance, that you have never heard his name. In this episode, I am joined by broadcast journalist Robert Murphy, who is going to help guide us through his criminal past, and how Robert personally, helped to put him back behind bars. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here: buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Links to Robert Murphys work: Substack: https://robertmurphy.substack.com/ Podcast Behind The Crimes with Robert Murphy: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/behind-the-crimes-with-robert-murphy/id1677433273 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/09pKvV3uShPIFOs2pY8xrf?si=15a10c3881be469d Decoy - The Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Decoy-secretive-historical-undercover-operations/dp/0008666814 Investigating Essex: Dying To Be Saved - a ten part podcast by Naomi Channell can be found here: https://linktr.ee/realtruecrimepodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 6, 2024 · 32 min
Episode 63: Deadly Control - The Murder of Katie Simpson
21-year-old Katie Simpson was an exceptional and talented young woman who was thriving in the horse show-jumping community. She had a new relationship, a loving family and a job in a stables that she adored. So when her family were told that she had taken her own life, they couldn't believe it. And their instincts were right and a very dark side of the horse riding community Katie was in, was soon exposed. This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here. Thank you so much: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice If you need help or support with domestic abuse please get in touch with the following organisations: https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ - UK https://mankind.org.uk/ - Support for male victims https://safelives.org.uk/ - UK https://www.victimsupportni.com/help-for-victims/domestic-violence/ - Northern Ireland https://mapni.co.uk/ - Northern Ireland for men https://sdvs.ie/ - Ireland https://www.mensaid.ie/ - Ireland for men https://www.lifewire.org/ - USA https://www.thehotline.org/resources/men-can-be-victims-of-abuse-too/ - USA for men https://www.rizeup.com.au/ - Australia https://mensline.org.au/family-violence/ - Australia Follow Naomi on Instagram @naomichannell or X @naomi_tv To see the Crime Con UK schedule please see the link below: https://www.crimecon.co.uk/schedule-2024 To get 10% off your tickets please use the code 'REAL10'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 30, 2024 · 24 min
Episode 62: No Ordinary Decent Human - The Crimes of Carl Langdell
Carl Langdell lived part of his life online. He had a blog titled 'Ordinary Decent Human' where he wrote poetry and promoted charity work and also used internet dating sites. But behind that blog and that profile, was a disturbed man who would go on to commit one of the most unthinkable crimes the UK had ever seen. This is Real. If you would like to support the show, you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice To hear the latest multipart series by Naomi Channell, please search 'Investigating Essex: Dying To Be Saved' or her name. Or you can click this link: https://linktr.ee/realtruecrimepodcast For tickets to Crime Con UK click here: https://www.crimecon.co.uk/ Use 'REAL 10' for 10% off your tickets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 30, 2024 · 1 min
Introducing... Investigating Essex: Dying To Be Saved
In 2023, the UK government announced it would be investigating the deaths of 2000 patients, who died under Essex mental health services, as part of a public inquiry. With the inquiry now underway, some of the families of those who lost their lives, whilst in the care of Essex Partnership University Trust and its predecessors, are telling their tragic and heartbreaking stories. Many of these families still have no idea why their loved ones died and they are hoping this inquiry will hold to account those who have repeatedly failed patients in their care. This series addresses catastrophic failures including proven sexual assaults from staff on patients, the falsifying of care plans after a patient has died, unexplained deaths and reviews harrowing undercover footage from inside two mental health inpatient wards in Essex. This series has been made with the aim of giving grieving families a voice, advocate for change and to be part of the campaign to prevent future deaths. #matthewscampaign Please search for Investigating Essex: Dying To Be Saved wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 23, 2024 · 31 min
Episode 61: Lying To The Nation - The Audacity of Joe O'Reilly
Ian Huntley, Darren Vickers and Stephen McDaniels - all killers who given the performance of their lives, as they appeal for information for 3 missing victims, all of whom, they had killed. In October 2004, Joe O'Reilly got a call from his children's nursery, to inform him that his wife hadn't picked their children up. She was found murdered in their home that same day. Along side his in-laws, he appealed for information on several TV shows in Ireland... but when new evidence came to light, those appearances would become sinister reminders of just how callous humans can be, This is Real. If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice If you'd like to follow Naomi on social media for more podcast updates, here are the details: Instagram: @naomichannell X.com @Naomi_tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 17, 2024 · 39 min
Episode 60: Dangerous Fantasy - The Crimes of Gavin Plumb
In October 2023, the UK woke up to shocking news. Much loved TV presenter Holly Willoughby had a dangerous stalker who wanted to kidnap her. The plan had been disrupted and Gavin was arrested. But Gavin was a very dangerous man, and this episode will reveal just how dangerous he really is. This is Real. Follow Naomi on Instagram: @naomichannell Follow Naomi on X: @Naomi_tv If you'd like to support the show, you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podcast4justice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 9, 2024 · 26 min
Episode 59: 'The Motel Voyeur'
Do you ever feel like you are being watched? In a world where CCTV, mobile phones, doorbell cameras and body worn cameras are seemingly everywhere, we can get caught on camera when we least expect it. There is likely footage out there with our faces...