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“Really enjoy this parody of the usual crime podcast show. I like the banter between to Bea and Brenda it reminds me of old screwball comedies. While it is a parody the crime they are investigating does have me intrigued so it work on the mystery level as well as the comedy level.”
HermansHermit via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/15/24
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“Very funny and exciting and at the same time easy to listen to! I like these stories very, very much! thank you for making me laugh.”
Lucia Luuce via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
12/12/23
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“great show, anxiously awaiting season 2 ep 12’s re-release… 😬”
bobb661 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/23
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“The show is funny to listen. The dynamic is great.
Funny when the boss shows up with his quips. Good stuff”
GreyJedi13579 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/17/23
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“I read some of the other reviews and clearly there are many ppl who have no sense of humor. Great show ! Loved the silly banter between Bea and Brenda. Give new season 3 PLEASSSEEEE”
blubearbte via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/23
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“I actually really like this show. The story is well written and clever, the wayface commercials are funny, and the premise is fresh. But the audio is terrible. The actors quietly mumble one line and then blow your ear drums out the very next one, and in some scenes one actor is way too loud and...”Read full review »
BD13orBust via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/23
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“I really enjoy this show so far, starting from season 1. I enjoy the comic relief and the whole premise. But I am REALLY struggling with the mouth sounds and swallows when one of the radio hosts. It makes it listening very difficult for someone with misophonia. Hope it improves with the seasons.”
Nikki1118 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/13/23
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“This show has its heart in the right place. I appreciate the important and timely message it’s trying to send about media, celebrity, and misogyny; but, ultimately, Arden doesn’t have the writing chops to be a good vessel for these themes. I’d happily recommend Episode 11, where the story really...”Read full review »
CKHTLA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/06/23
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“This did not work for me. There was way to much fluff and goofiness that was more annoying than entertaining. I would have loved to finish the podcast but I could only handle listening up to Season 1 episode 5. It was just to staged and weird.”
Snash123 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/23
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“Was binging this podcast and got to the end and it is missing the second to last episode.
Frustrating and wish I would have known this before I started”
Rakbar123 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/23
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“Yes, there is tonal whiplash between the goofy comedy moments and the dramatic ones but I’m truly glad I gave this series a shot and I think you will too. The story just keeps getting better!”
JasmineBaggins via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/07/22
“The plot sounded so good, I got hooked but the banter of the main characters was so obnoxious. I actually finished the whole first season and it truly wasn’t worth it because of how annoying the characters were. Once they took a detour mid-season to focus more on the characters, I barely made it...”Read full review »
Michele Romans via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/27/22
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“Half way through season 1 and liking it! It’s definitely more of a comedy than an enthralling mystery, but a fun listen. However, the volume of this podcast ranges from 3 to 8 (out of 10) and I’m constantly having to turn it up and down. It’s made it SO hard to listen in the car while traveling....”Read full review »
Kaylalajoy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/22
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“New listener, three episodes in. The banter between the two hosts is almost unbearable. I’ve skipped ahead so many times because it’s so pointless. Their arguing in the first episode was horrible writing and nails on a chalkboard. Who wants to listen to a murder podcast when it’s just two women...”Read full review »
Speedybru via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/22
“I am NOT a frequent listener of fictional podcasts, though not for lack of trying! Every once in a while one catches my interest, but usually I struggle to get through even one or two episodes. Weird, because I love audiobooks and actual plays.
Arden is an exception. While some aspects are a...”Read full review »
feathered via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/22
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“I liked both seasons, but I felt like season two had some nonsensical/unnecessary things that slowed it down. I also felt like transitioning from one episode to another, there were some elements that contradicted themselves. And, four-story continuity that kind of personally bugs me but it’s not...”Read full review »
SeriouslySnapeAlwaus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/22
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“I wanted to like it but it’s hard to get around how horrible these characters would be if they really covered a murder case like this…. In real life they would be deeply insensitive and unethical as investigators with how they absolutely make light of people’s alleged murders. Also not a fan of...”Read full review »
L4990 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/22
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“It took me several tries to get into S2 of Arden. I had to find just the right mood, kept trying, and finally did. Had a blast. So I’m revising this review. I still had trouble distinguishing two of the actors who have very similar sounding voices and mannerisms ... they both also pull similar...”Read full review »
~ Violet ~ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/06/21
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“This show just keeps getting better! Season 2 really drew me in with compelling characters and clever adaptations of Shakespeare. A clever critique of the true crime with writing that makes me laugh out loud. This show is truly unlike anything else I’ve listened to and I was sad when finally...”Read full review »
RebeccaDeHo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/01/21
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“The story is great and really had me hooked since the beginning. I couldn’t wait to hear more. My only complaint is that the hosts’ “banter” gets tiring at times and seems to drag on. Season 2 is great! The penultimate episode is not my favorite but oh well.”
PiranhaPete via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/21
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“Great storytelling, believable characters, and strong pacing - highly recommend it!”
Claire Biggs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/20/21
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“The story line is great and the banter is entertaining: to a point. It goes overboard to the point of “get on with it already” and tends to take away from the overall quality. Great voices, great effects.”
DeAnnHD via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/10/21
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“I am sure there is meant to be a story here, but the endless “witty banter” it is hard to find.”
Me x 7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/21
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“A much needed escape from reality. I can’t wait for more!!!”
Hachuchu778 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/21
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“I LOVE this show. It combines true crime, comedy, and Shakespeare. And awesome queer representation!!! Seriously, what else are you looking for?
It is at times so funny—— and other times so heart wrenching. It is cleverly written, and well executed. It was my first dive into audio fiction, and...”Read full review »
catshleyyyyyy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/21
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“I think I've listened to S1 a dozen times, easily. I haven't finished S2 yet but that's on me, not a reflection of S2. This is the podcast I recommend when people start talking about podcasts. It's witty, well-written, easy to get into, and features possibly my favorite cast in...”Read full review »
hey-mikey via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/21
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“Can we just talk about how much I love the stars of Arden? Brenda and Bea make me so happy. Brenda, I love her. Her comedic timing is impeccable and she gets those moment right. You know the moments I’m talking about? The ones where your heart has plummeted deep into your stomach and you're...”Read full review »
Ophelialorraine via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/21
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“I didn’t think season two could get better than season one, but wow, you did it. Also, Brenda Bentley’s solo episode made me laugh so hard I almost peed. I LOVE BRENDA BENTLEY! Thank you Arden for making my commute easy and entertaining!”
Nana9213 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/21
“Absolutely love Arden! I binged the first season in three days. There’s so many layers to the show. The cast of characters is rich and well voiced. And the reimagining of Shakespearean plays is a delight. I’m decently versed in Shakespeare and yet could not figure out the plot until the final...”Read full review »
Blue231d31 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/21
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“Couldn’t even get through the first episode”
monadlove via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/14/21
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“The first season was good, but the second season was just trying to accomplish way too much. It felt too busy! There was so little investigation or intrigue and a lot of long conversations about feelings. It felt like they spent so much time developing the characters that I wasn’t really sure...”Read full review »
Gimme gimme gimme a podcast via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/07/21
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“Season 2 was one of the best things to come out of 2020”
Heather landi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/06/21
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Genevieve Oudens via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/21
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“They give content warnings for transphobia, they don’t warn you that it’s weak lazy and serves no purpose but adding some edge. For white upper class cis women, by white upper class cis women.”
krillam via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/31/20
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“Two of the most despicably unlikable caricatures in the history of podcast fiction commit a spectacular amount of blatant felonies in pursuit of a (not so) missing girl. Spectacularly annoying in it’s COMPLETE and TOTAL disregard of real life parameters placed on police, private investigators,...”Read full review »
Dominic Hendryx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/28/20
“Yep, that about covers it. Listen to season one it’s fun and cleverly written. Season two is the complete opposite. Season two gets a save your time rating.”
12bucklemyshoe01 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/20
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“An interesting comedic take on the whole true-crime podcast craze and if the narrative had a tighter focus I would love Arden but for now I think it is okay. The acting is very good even if they scream too often and blow out the audio, the main issues I have is pacing, focus, and tone. I still...”Read full review »
The_Lizard_King1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/20/20
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“Great show. I love how while it’s a parody the characters are fully developed and the mystery is well done. I love how Andy is an eccentric character but written as part of the team instead of an antagonist”
Raven Lotz via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/18/20
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“I don’t even know where to start because everything about this podcast is so great! An incredibly fun story that had me hooked from episode one, a diverse cast of characters, love, drama, comedy, music, murder, disappearances, skunk apes! Really this podcast has it all!!”
Umcrystal via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/28/20
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“My favorite romance podcast!
But in all seriousness, this podcast is amazing and one of my favorites. The humor is just right, all the characters are so unique and likeable, superb voice acting, and the plot keeps ya on your toes. Can't wait for Bea and Brenda's marriage!”Read full review »
SannahHyder via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/10/20
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“listen folks. I keep up with somewhere around 50 audio dramas. this show is like no other. the plot is gripping (once you get past the first few episodes as is the case with EVERY PODCAST give them a break folks) and the characters are so lovable and so human.
it’s a story you fall in love with...”Read full review »
K8 Saunders via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/20
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“im a lesbian and i listened to this podcast for someone im flirting with and let me tell u!! that’s NOT the only reason i like it!!! it’s funny & tragic & romantic & suspenseful. bea and brenda have GREAT chemistry together, for a start: i love them both SO much, and their...”Read full review »
Oliver (@sapphicminkowski) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/17/20
“I’m not much of a true crime fan beyond S-Town, but I love how this spoofs the tropes while still telling a story seriously - more Scream than Scary Movie
I love the central relationship and Andy Wheyface is so fantastic and I’m glad he’s not just an antagonist
I particularly like the...”Read full review »
mandorunner via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/16/20
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“Clever and funny writing, great character dynamics, and I love the casual LGBTQ representation”
katri joy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/20
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