Reviews
“I listened to her book “the five“ earlier this year and found it absolutely wonderful. A fresh look at an overworked story. I loved getting to know these women on a more intimate basis and it made their deaths so much more meaningful. While I threading the end of season one, I am indeed looking...”Read full review »
Spike 1954 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/24
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“The stories are so well told and produced.
Love the narrator and the sound design is so captivating.”
huhhhhhhjkkk via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/07/24
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“I was captured by the “Jack” bug as a small child interested in the macabre, but thankfully matured and finally found someone actually interested in the story of the women.
This is interesting and utterly captivating.
Noted others stating in their reviews that she criticised other...”Read full review »
StarWeep via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/17/24
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“I have steered away from true crime generally but it would be remiss to call this podcast that. Giving these crimes a social and historical context that returns ‘voice’ to the victims is very moving. The superb sound design that matches the observational story-telling is a master-stroke. Thank...”Read full review »
sneakers32 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/21/24
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“This podcast is beautiful! It takes a brave person to speak up for the “little” people. I listen to a lot of true crime and I often wonder what the victims lives truly were.
Thank you for what you are doing!”
thecoolladyinher40's via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/24
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“Listened to the first series and found it interesting but struggled with the over pronunciation of words. Some of the accents were odd.
Its interesting to finally hear the stories of these women that have been lost.”
Lady F from Omaha via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/26/24
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“The content is interesting but the story is so overly dramatized and editorialized that it’s hard to tell what’s true and what’s just assumption about what might have happened, been said, etc. It’s also very clear that Rubenhold is caught up in her own biases, the same way she accuses others of...”Read full review »
Tfayter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/22/24
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“Finally, a narrative that considers the lives and experiences of the women at the heart of this series of tragedies. Well narrated. A lot of effort has clearly been put into bringing both the women and the world in which they lived, to life.”
fghjkvfg via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/19/24
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“This show is so well done. Love to hear the accurate and true history of things. I love their soothing, beautiful voices as well.”
jsspain via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/24
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“Really enjoyed season 1 & 2. Well researched, written & narrated. Very interesting points made. But so much of that dreadful music - usually listen at night so a faff to fast forward. Also, I know we have tolerate ads & trailers but does it always have to be the same awful one?”
Melfordgal via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/06/24
“There's not much sadder in the modern media universe than a successful book stretched out over interminable podcast episodes that alternate actual research with endless lecturing and dubious "experts" on addiction, "19th century journalism", alcoholism, etc,. all of whom of...”Read full review »
Pot Calls Kettle Black via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
01/02/24
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“Excellent analysis and perspective of the victims .. historical perspectives and sociological reference gives a depth and approach to the subject that is refreshing and challenging .. impressive and informative.. thanks for your work”
Josephmetcalf via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/21/23
“This is one of the most captivating podcasts I’ve listened to in a long time. Hallie and her production team do a wonderful job unfolding the lives of women in their complexity, social context and vulnerability. The production is excellent- i jumped to the side whilst jogging more than once as...”Read full review »
catjimmi via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/20/23
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“There is obviously a political agenda here! Guess what #Hitlerwasright. Sorry I paid $8.00!”
@J_W via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/13/23
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“One of the women’s pronunciation is quiet odd. An English accent but pronouncing words like the name ‘Barry’ as ‘Berry’, ‘carry’ as ‘Kerry’. A bit off putting.”
Amara.O via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/19/23
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“This is an incredible podcast, I was absolutely enthralled from the moment I pressed play. What an eye-opening experience, it made me want to know more from the minute I was done. I recommend this to everyone I know. Can easily say I’m a fan of both Hallie and Alice now. Hopeful that a season 3...”Read full review »
HDiamondRK via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/16/23
“I do appreciate the content of this podcast, particularly the first season; but I am rankled (perhaps unreasonably so) by Hallie Rubenhold’s fake British accent. As I understand it, she was born and lived in the United States until early adulthood. In the recordings of her conversations with her...”Read full review »
ThruTheBellJar via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/23
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“Series 2 is equally as good as series 1. Excellent content and presentation. A very addictive podcast. Thankyou”
IBillyboy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/03/23
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“Probably my favourite podcast I’ve ever listened to so interesting you feel for the victims and you enjoy the Chase beautifully narrated a must listen I can’t wait for the next series
Andy A P”
Andy Petros via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/05/23
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“I don’t normally read/write reviews but I’m commenting on the main show review who gives the most stinging backhanded compliment when he says “I don’t normally listen to women narrators” Haha! Wow, that’s a sweeping dismissal of over 50% of humanity, and I’m not sure if there’s any value in the...”Read full review »
hintrtr via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/14/23
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“I cringe at all the misogynistic one star reviews this podcast is getting. They show how far we still have to go. This podcast is refreshing in showing so much in-depth research and respect for victims. Which is something you don’t often experience in true crime, which typically focuses on the...”Read full review »
EKA456 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/23
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“I am so impressed with the production value of this podcast. From the research to the dramatization to the astounding background audio and sound effects. I am embarrassed to admit the number of times I have listened while walking my dog, doing dishes, etc. to literally jump at the sound of a...”Read full review »
Dunks1212 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/01/23
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“No surprise about the misogyny!”
Booker WEB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/23
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“Bad women - no not at all just women in real life
Well told view of crime stories involving as most do women and men but from a clearer point of view
Love this podcast - well researched & well told”
Amandasatoz via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/02/23
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“Misogyny and everything could be the title here. Thanks for sharing you interesting and insightful work. Very good podcast.”
Lougallops via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/23
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“When the podcast was announced, it seemed promising. I thought that Rubenhold was going to address some of the more problematic and vague details of The Five and make more of an attempt to flesh things out. What we got, though, was basically 15 episodes of a very smug and self-righteous Rubenhold...”Read full review »
Henriette Anne d'Angleterre via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/23
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“I’m a podcast junkie and this is a great podcast! An excellent combo of history and true crime. The story tellers are amazing, the subjects well researched and emphasis is given to compassion for the victims. All to often in true crime it’s about glorifying the perpetrators. Not here. And can’t...”Read full review »
bvegan4evr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/23
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“I automatically fell in love with this podcast when I started listening to “The Ripper Retold” I really loved how it was centred on the victim’s and and really getting to know them as people and not the perpetrator, in this case Jack the Ripper… I also loved the approach of the story telling...”Read full review »
Irish_Aoife via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/15/23
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“Interesting subject material but the narrator’s affected uber Mary Poppins accent is a major distraction.”
Bobbo34 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/18/23
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“Really interesting podcast, I normally don’t listen to women narrators, but this is very well done and Hallie is easy to listen to. Great history lesson as well.”
Fice star reviews via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/15/23
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“The topics are well researched and well told. This is one of my favorite podcasts!”
Blindbeth67 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/23
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“Skip this ad filled and disjointed rehash and just read the book The Five.”
Joli Gee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/29/22
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“I listened to both series. These were informative, thoughtful and provocative. Well researched, with a different perspective on ‘Ripper-ology’.
I was struck by the hopelessness and despair these women faced.
An intelligent podcast, well presented using different approaches.
I look forward to...”Read full review »
Jemima08 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/21/22
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“The sociological, historical, political background of how women found themselves in the path of a murderer, how their characters were besmirched, and how they were forgotten.”
Quel the belle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/22
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“One of the best true crime podcasts in a large field of competitors.
"Bad Women" stands out because of its compelling story telling, evocative sound design and concentration on the victim's stories.
It is obvious there is much finessing behind-the-scenes work that goes into "Bad...”Read full review »
Nictoraxian via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/20/22
“Best Podcast I have ever heard, so interesting and informative but not a way that keeps you wanting to hear more. It is genuinely my favourite podcast, I love everything this podcast and it’s author, stands for. Please keep continuing to create these educational and eye opening masterpieces!”
Pipkay97 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/17/22
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“Although the author and host of this podcast has a very different position than typical Ripperologists, they do have one thing in common; they are both equally insufferable.
Much like Ripperologists, her position is ‘I am right and everyone else is wrong’. She says Ripperologists use sources...”Read full review »
rvdxpress via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/16/22
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“One of my favourite podcasts. So well researched and creatively told. Can’t wait to hear what they do next.”
Elle-63 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/16/22
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“What a fascinating podcast! This is such deep and thorough insight into the women sadly memorialized in history by “Jack the Ripper.” We have always known everything about the killer, but all we know about the women are their names and the work they may have found themselves in to survive the...”Read full review »
Coffee and a Book Chick via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/15/22
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“Loved this podcast for a long time but this episode was particularly important. Perfectly executed in a sensitive, yet hard hitting way. Thank you.”
ECCOB via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/14/22
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“I loved the first season and am really enjoying the second season as well. This is a refreshing and much needed reframing of the true crime genre of podcasts, etc, where the narrative is focused on the victims: who they were, what their lives were, and the society around them at the time. The...”Read full review »
quadcopter4698 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/13/22
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“Please do more!”
Mandi Wales via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/09/22
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“Great show but a little overboard on the disgust over how these women are remembered. What about all the other people murdered that also aren’t remembered. Or just pretty much everyone else in history. At least these women’s names are still spoken. More than 99.99999% of history’s forgotten...”Read full review »
TannerBush via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/22
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“This podcast is one I will recommend to everyone I know. The research is excellent and the story-telling poignant. Even those who aren’t interested in true crime will find value in this. It’s sad how the treatment of women has changed so little since Victorian times. This podcast really examines...”Read full review »
Lena kincaid via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/04/22
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“Great insight into the lives of these women , brilliant alternative view point but what should be the normal view. Well researched and extremely well told. Insightful and interesting.”
Vivabob via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/29/22
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“I am enjoying the content of the podcasts, very atmospheric and so detailed, but finding the tone and accent of Hallie Rubenhold rather grating. Alice Fiennes is much easier on the ear. Also don’t understand why the Americanisms have to be there, when it’s British history. ‘ Flashlight’ ‘subway’...”Read full review »
radio4atemyhamster via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/29/22
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“I liked the idea of learning about these womens’ small inconsequential lives and appreciated what I could hear. Unfortunately often the narrative was not fully audible because of background music and sounds that were too loud and drowned the speech. It’s a fairly common occurrence with podcasts...”Read full review »
DdsNonna via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
11/26/22
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“Hallie Rubenhold is an absolute genius at this. Thanks for an interesting podcast with another (much needed) take on these histories.”
Rakki77 via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
11/26/22
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