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“I wanted to listen to this but could not get this notion out of my head that this is so out of touch. Like oh wow another white dude saying he thinks things are fine as they are and anyone who tries to change them is “hysterical”?”
bekkij17 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/24
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“QAnon, transgenderism, planted memories, televangelism — U.S. culture wars and moral panics have long addled the American zeitgeist, and continue to do so.
Mr. Ronson is an excellent storyteller and interviewer who brings an outsider's view (British) to the many origin stories of the moral...”Read full review »
Géntleman via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/14/24
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“Jon Ronson has an extraordinary way of connecting the dots, and his interviews are done with the deft and even hand of a remarkably skilled, curious and intelligent man. I would nominate him as the most important and accessible journalist on the topic of conspiracy theories today.”
kskrglmq via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/24
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“I listened on the rec of a different podcaster I like. But despite some really great episodes (1000 Dolls, Miracle, etc), Ronson “disappears” critical but inconvenient facts. Which makes me question whether those great episodes are trustworthy at all!
Like: nowhere in the episode about the...”Read full review »
eship4life via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/17/24
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“These episodes are amazing: each following out of the one before, as though illustrating season one's central metaphor of the ripples a pebble sends out through water. It's as balanced as it is fair: its merely being there means something. Season one: episode 3 is one of the most moving...”Read full review »
Ed Van Buren via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/24
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“I found this through an interview on Offline. Really well done! I’m blowing through the episodes.”
ksprenks via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/24
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“A balanced investigation into what causes so many of us to scream at, and hate each other. Definitely a must-listen!”
Royce1629 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/24
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“Fascinating series. Hopefully there’s a season three in the way.”
Ronald McWilliamson JNR via Apple Podcasts ·
Portugal ·
02/26/24
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“I love the idea of dogging into the small things that turn into a major issue in America, but it’s hard to get any nuance in a half hour. Multiple of his stories are just begging for the other half to be said and in the 15 episodes I listened to, he never did.”
peevermouse via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/24
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“It’s an interesting podcast, but the British are afraid of freedom.”
The Onion Rocks via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/30/24
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“Well done. Interesting, engaging from the get go. Love your podcast. Thanks for putting in the effort. I have learned a lot and I enjoyed all of the episodes. Keep them coming!”
Janet Parks via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/29/24
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“Jon Ronson is the absolute best. Everyone gets a fair hearing and he is great about withholding judgement and letting his readers/listeners decide. This series is great because he leads you down a road and shows you all the sights along the way. He’s very fair and tries to give as much...”Read full review »
Survivor of Hathsin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/24
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“Although the stories are quite tragic they are extremely well researched and artfully produced.”
Edsterx111 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/22/24
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“I love this writer. He confronts the strange and bizarre of the world with humility and respect no matter how wild the situation. And I always learn something valuable from his work.”
Adrian Marcado via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/24
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“Series 2: was once again convinced to give this a try. But it’s the same old same old by a manipulative git with saccharine charm. Btw ep 1 is about George Floyd aka “Perry”
This was recommended on the podcast The Fifth Column and I hoped Robson would be as even-handed. Alas, based on the...”Read full review »
kuaikuai via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/24
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“Love this series. However Jon seems to display a leftward leaning bias. Specifically the myth about the litter box in schools consumed a lot of the energy that should have been dedicated to the LGTBQ+ influence towards prepubescent children, and the attempts to insulate parents to this activity.”
Different_Drummer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/24
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“The topic and the way it’s done may be good editorially but Jon Ronson’s delivery (speech) leaves a lot to be desired. You simply can’t hear him properly. He can’t speak with a volume and tone that is suitable for a podcast. It’s faint, flaccid, listless, and spiritless. IMHO if ya can’t do it...”Read full review »
Kékcsillag via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/24
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“… of engaging and nuanced storytelling. It’s a hands-down one of the best podcasts out there.”
almennur via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/24
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“In the first season, Ronson was in his element, telling personal stories that reflect broad cultural trends. In the second, Ronson is a creature of the very swamp he's criticizing: Nut-picking unflattering profiles of his ideological opponents, failing to acknowledge his own biases,...”Read full review »
brainslikepickles via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/17/24
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“This is an excellent podcast.”
El jlglke via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/16/24
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“Came here from Knowledge Fight, but the both sides-ism in Ep. 3 is ridiculous. Not going any farther.”
djimenez11 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/24
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“I listened to a couple episodes of Season 1, and was so disappointed. This show could have been great if it took more of a fair look at each situation. However, in each episode I listened to, it was obvious that the host viewed a certain “side” as the villain. Anyone who wants to start a podcast...”Read full review »
EmilyWritesRomance via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/24
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“Disappointed with this season. Seems narratively driven to offer ‘explanations’ for Right Wing Delusions in America. Expected better from Jon.”
Flapp flap flap via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/24
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“Season 1 was great. Season 2 platforms some very harmful people and ideas without deep enough discussion around them. It presents thoroughly debunked ideas on a level playing field with mainstream theories.”
drbuttons via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/10/24
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“Season two was great. I bonged it like a beer today, and now I’m drunk with clarity. Nobody does stories like Jon Ronson. Unique material, and great reporting.”
Bastardsack via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/10/24
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“…Things Fell Apart. I’m SO EXCITED for Season 2! This podcast does a excellent job of exploring the origins of the “culture wars” and the driving forces behind modern conspiracy theories.”
FireVaney via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/09/24
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“In depth, fascinating, and informative. A very worthwhile listen.”
Magneticplastic via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/09/24
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“Good overall, but the liberal bias of Mr Ronson shines through no matter how hard he tries to be fair. For example, in episode 8, he should have interviewed John McWhorter in depth, as he did with Deangelo, instead of just including a very short clip of him criticizing her on Real Time.”
Muthahumpa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/24
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“So glad there will be a season 2!!”
October3651 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/08/23
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“You will hate it if what you want to hear is someone spew out your beliefs without question. So, if you are a person who as soon as someone touches one of your beliefs that person is automatically wrong, don’t bother. You will end up mad a probably belittling the bravery and the hard work of...”Read full review »
1XMOM via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/23
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“I had an unfortunate personal connection to her and also despise what she’s done. Jon interviews her in a way that lets the world see what a hurt, dangerous soul she is.”
Beccaaz746 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/08/22
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“He think he cute”
oldjohnhall via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/22
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“Top-notch journalism: edifying AND entertaining.
I LOVE Jon Ronson’s sense of humor and always want MORE RONSON!!
… but he was totally right to step back on this series and simply allow the interviewees to tell their stories with minimal framing.
But sadly, the people who most need to hear...”Read full review »
Unica Sola via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/22
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“I’m a big fan of all of Jon Ronson’s work, and I think this is his best podcast yet. I really liked the variety of topics covered in this podcast, where each episode is a different story. Every story was thought-provoking and touching in its own way. Really excellent podcast.”
Xbound24 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/04/22
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“Turns a blind eye to anything the host doesn’t agree with. Just another cog in the culture war he pretending to try to explain.”
B3asy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/22
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“Well researched and well thought out. Highly entertaining. Ronson always hits his mark.”
Queen DF via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/22
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“I was intrigued by the premise, but drone-drone-drone-blah-blah-bleat was too much to take.”
I hart socr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/29/22
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“Very well done podcast.”
catradish via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/02/22
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“Look, I hold no brief for reactionary evangelicalism, but the idea that the entire pro-life movement was dreamed up by one hack filmmaker is shallow nonsense. If this podcast is a series of just-so stories that explain complex social phenomena in a way that confirms the priors of the sort of...”Read full review »
LJJansen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/18/22
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“Well done! I look forward to every episode!
Until I got to ep 8”
jattzl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/12/22
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“Best pod I have listened to in a long time. We’ll done Jon.”
Briclc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/12/22
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“Well told stories that should that help us understand the world and each other.”
AndrewGMatheson via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/11/22
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“Latest favorite podcast and oh-so timely. Jon is a compassionate host who tells the most incredible stories of how things came to be. Infuriating, enlightening, engaging, and my only complaint is I wish there were more episodes!”
Stephp101 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/09/22
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“Jon! I had to listen to each episode back to back. Excellent content - magnificent commentary and I can’t wait for a new episode to drop now.
I appreciate so much the subject matter that was addressed and am glad to have found a podcast that allows me to listen and learn. Please don’t ever...”Read full review »
TOPPDIVA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/08/22
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“Thank you Jon for a thought provoking read. (I've recommended many times).
You and Louis have the unique ability to disarm people, in a non- judgmental manner (If you're judging-we can't tell). Thank you for keeping with journalistic principles and integrity, and thank you for being...”Read full review »
thankstoyouall via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/01/22
“I’m not a religious person or Christian. But this feels like a pseudo intellectual attack on Christianity and evangelism. I’m an atheist and it isn’t my cup of tea.”
Jared T9 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/26/22
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“Love this series! I binged all episodes during my dog walks in the mornings. I love hearing the truthful origin stories. No drama, no judgment - just educational honesty.”
KidaAnderson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/08/22
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“Funny, profound, entertaining and instructive. His unique voice and approach feels like the perfect intersection of artfulness and sincerity. I have enjoyed everything Ronson has produced, but this series is particularly timely.”
juliagee via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/05/22
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“Amazing show! I’m looking forward to another series.”
Rachavenose via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/17/22
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