Reviews
“This show used to be something special. They used to cover niche topics, have intelligent discussions, and provide a fair analysis of current events. Those days are gone… The Israel Hamas war has truly broken Krystal. She’s turned into a pompous, arrogant, condescending, cynical new age MSNBC...”Read full review »
Going the Hemingway via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/24
“These long winded rants about Gaza are repetitive and boring. We get it Krystal, you’re obsessed with Israel’s supposed “genocide”. It’s becoming intolerable because nothing you say is insightful or new. You repeat yourself every time you are on air. Her favorite line is “babies are starving” 🙄....”Read full review »
Ottodb098 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/24
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“I used to love this show but Krystal talks too much and I wish it was Sager and Emily instead.
Hang in there Sager!”
onthedont via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/24
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“I used to love this show and have watched or listened to basically every episode. I can’t take it anymore. Each episode seems to be about 80% Israel/Palestine from different angles. It’s not even that I’m not interested in the subject, I still listen to other shows that are covering it. It’s that...”Read full review »
gregorious1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/24
“This show used to be about the facts and balance and now it’s a little too emotional for me. Sad.”
Boba Phat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/24
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“I started listening because I appreciated the thoughtful takes on two sides, not the extreme views on each side. I can go anywhere else for that. Like with so many other reasonable people, Zionism broke Kristal and the subtle undertones of antisemitism gleam through her arguments. In her defense,...”Read full review »
AuraMar1272 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/06/24
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“One of your recent episodes it was supposed to be a debate over the Israel, Palestine conflict… Instead of saying it’s Omar Baddar vs Destiny… You should have said it’s Omar AND Ryan vs Destiny. Ryan was clearly biased. Destiny made some compelling points regarding hamas and their background of...”Read full review »
Mchuza18 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/06/24
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“I used to love this podcast. I particularly enjoyed listening to Krystal analyze a broad variety of issues from a perspective not covered elsewhere. The show is now just Krystal repetitively ranting and raving over her single passion, shouting over others to prevent expression of any facts or...”Read full review »
Frustrated x 1000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/24
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“If you support Hamas, then you’re going to love this podcast! They only cite Hamas statistics and sources which support their priors. Israel is not an apartheid state and saying that is an insult to the people who suffered apartheid in South Africa. There is no attempt at objectivity. Just blind...”Read full review »
stairway2andy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/24
“Was close to a daily listener the past few years. After hearing Krystal’s extreme antisemitism and bias I’m moving on to other podcasts. Saagar keep up the great job.”
gtgbrett via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/24
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“i’ve listened since day one. i used to love the show. however, it’s become increasingly pro establishment. platforming “destiny” was my final straw. the level of israeli propaganda he spewed with little pushback was disgusting. if i wanted to listen to propaganda i’d still be watching msnbc. i...”Read full review »
!bonnie! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/24
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“Used to listen for objective and balanced news coverage as well as topics not typically addressed by other sources. However, this has become anti-Israel all the time……leaning towards pro-Hamas territory by Krystal. Saager used to have strong counter points, but lately seems beaten down by KB. ...”Read full review »
FrancieP via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/24
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“Majority of current content revolves around Israel / Gaza, and I find it repetitive, ranty and at times ncreasongly unbalanced. Hopefully they’ll return to a broader spectrum of news, presented objectively from which they’ve built their well deserved positive reputation.”
Cammo1984 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/03/24
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“I used to love this podcast. I particularly enjoyed listening to Krystal analyze a broad variety of issues from a perspective not covered elsewhere.
The show is now just Krystal repetitively ranting and raving over her single passion, shouting over others to prevent expression of any facts or...”Read full review »
Frustrated x 1000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/24
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“Since the Israel-Palestine conflict this show is no longer news, it’s a debate show. A debate show where only one viewpoint is articulated. Krystal has lost the ability to see nuance and simply now uses the show as a platform to share her strong anti-Israel views.
You know those annoying...”Read full review »
5761Scooter7283 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/24
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“I SO want to continue to love BP - I’ve been listening since day one - but Krystal has completely ruined a show I once really looked forward to. I canceled my premium membership and will probably unfollow altogether. Krystal ignores the facts and interrupts her co-hosts with snarky rebuttals if...”Read full review »
jlignos via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/02/24
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“Praising Biden for his speech left me heartbroken. I don’t think leaving u.s. citizens in a war zone is uncontainable. BIDEN IS NOT BRAVE! Heartbreaking that you can actually say that most people don’t care about the women and children in Afghanistan. Edit: I tried again today. I agree with your...”Read full review »
klizcoz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/02/24
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“Really love the show, it had always felt unbiased, straight news and perspective. More and more nearly every point is not so opaquely colored by pre loaded, passionate opinion. Still good, just wish the personal opinion/agenda wouldnt color the reporting as much as increasingly has.”
mattandgirls via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/01/24
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“Sagar seems to have a good grasp on reality and can logically see both sides, even when he doesn’t agree personally. He gets bonus points for being up front about his personal bias while still trying to hash out the counter points. Krystal has a single point of view, refuses to consider the other...”Read full review »
Angryangryhippo12345 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/01/24
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“Krystal has lost her ability to be an unbiased journalist. She talks over her own colleagues in addition to any guest who doesn't see things her way. Saagar Ryan and Emily all professional but Krystal can't see any other viewpoint but her own”Read full review »
gadoury62 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/30/24
“I’ve never written a review before because I don’t usually care enough but this really got to me. I’ve been listening to the pod daily since it started in early 2021. However since oct 7th I’ve been getting more and more frustrated with Krystal’s Israel coverage and now I’ve stopped listening...”Read full review »
Grabant via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/30/24
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“This podcast has become pro-Hamas propaganda channel.”
No to bill via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/29/24
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“It’s too bad Krystal has ruined this show. Saagar is enjoyable to listen to but Krystal dominates the conversation and is quite annoying. I listened to her interview on Piers Morgan and realized if she is challenged she completely falls apart. This podcast started out so good but I have no...”Read full review »
Sick and Tired of You via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/24
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“Krystal’s just going too far with the Israel /Gaza coverage. A genocide has not officially been determined and a genocide is usually not a result of being attacked, like Israel was on Oct 7th. There’s nearly a constant flow of sensationalized stories when they should really being doing their...”Read full review »
Wellmandude via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/24
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“This is the best podcast and news show in the world.
Saagar is an amazing anchor.”
RoutineDrop via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/26/24
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“I loved this show in the beginning but the more I listen the more find myself turning it off before the episode is over. I realized I listen the to the whole show when they have quest speakers on. It’s really Krystal at this point. I agree with her on most points but her style of reporting is...”Read full review »
brutcolo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/24/24
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“Interesting format but Crystal has become unlistenable.
Saagar is playing Joe for Crystal’s Mika. She cannot make a solid point without shrieking. Definitely the most annoying voice in podcasting. Counterpoints is the best part. Emily is a star and needs to find a different venue.”
Cmcinak via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/24/24
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“I’ve listened to this show almost every day since they left Rising. I’m a premium member but I’m getting really sick of Krystal’s obvious bias toward Israel. She can’t keep her emotions in control and she interrupts Saagar and stares at him with contempt. No longer a model for decent, fact-driven...”Read full review »
Jessica JEllen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/24
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“They praise the IRGC and Hourhis, who are extremist terror groups. Their domestic views may be more interesting, but they are anti American when it comes to foreign policy”
AmericanPatriot67 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/24
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“Started out great. Got a little shaky quickly after October 7th and felt Krystal was becoming aggressively Hamas apologist. However as things have played out, I feel she is fairly vindicated. Tough stuff to report on. Overall quality independent production!”
Meheman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/24
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“Great show, like how they have perspectives on both sides. Kystal and Sagaar are very informed.”
kj967 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/24
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“I don’t fully agree with either on the show but they talk about workers rights and global events that will effect us. Love the show and couldn’t encourage others enough to watch their coverage”
hdjakdha via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/24
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“Some of your advertisements are incredibly annoying. Spanish ads on an English language podcast?? And the whistling on the tree company ad makes me instantly turn off the podcast!”
m0vielover1980 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/24
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“Krystal’s just got to can it with the daily, segments-long genocide cries. I can handle being a little emotional in your reporting but she’s just obnoxious. Love this show, but I can’t take it seriously right now.”
EfjoBiden via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/24
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“I disagree with the hosts about a great deal. Having said that they are reasonably consistent and aren’t mindless repeaters of party talking points. Order of magnitude better than most.”
Gpop joe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/24
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“Used to be a daily listening but gave it up around nov/dec 23. Krystal is off the rails with Israel/Hamas. Tbh I’m not even a big Israel supporter but she was very wrong early on with no apologies when truth to issues and events came out. I’ve heard from friends that she continues to be just as...”Read full review »
Drewski11 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/10/24
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“Love Saagar. Love Emily. Love Ryan. Krystal is a tough listen. She and I will never agree on much but I used to listen to her because I appreciated and respected her perspective. But I’ve had enough now. More Ryan and Emily please. Can’t Krystal just be a silent executive producer or something?”
davey mouse via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/24
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“I have followed the show from the beginning and have noticed the segments and takes have become so predictable just like the MSM they railed against especially on Israel I don’t agree with them ether but does she she to crowbar it into every segment??”
Alex 00oo via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/09/24
“She ruined it, plain and simple. Very unfortunate. Didn’t used to be like this. Depressing honestly.”
I.snap via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/24
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“Interesting show”
loomasauris via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/24
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“Really like the show a a few years ago. Enough to be a premium subscriber. Dropped that subscription. About to drop free feed. They talk babble with so much confidence.”
TEXAS COYS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/24
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“The need to make EVERYTHING about Gaza it wild, as a teamster I’m very glad Sean O’brian did not take a side because he is a union president not someone in charge of foreign policy.”
Pipedup21 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/24
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“truly insufferable, inducing exhaustion, as one listens to two people agree with each other like a couple in a honeymoon period, and just as hyper and overwrought and weird to be around…expected something deeper”
postamaradulcia via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/24
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“Used to be a great show with balanced discussion. Didn’t talk and yell over each other like cable news. Now Krystal does just that and has ruined the show. She shouts down and talks over any opinion or fact that dissents from her view on the Israel/Hamas war. Very disappointed in the direction...”Read full review »
WalterJohnB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/24
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“A while ago I would have rated it a five but ever since the Israel-Palestine conflict started Krystal has turned the show into commentary on a single issue. If they discuss 5 topics, 4 are about Palestine. I get it it’s important but this is an American show and you should have a better balance...”Read full review »
dfhudchj via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/24
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“I used to rate this as a 5 star podcast but Krystal is too far in the Hamas camp to have any perspective and while I like Saagar, he is more or less a nodding head to her rants. He needs to push back when he disagrees.”
Sluggo is Chris via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/24
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“The IDF and Israel are making their own beds with their disgusting crimes they gleefully post on social media. While it makes me personally sick, the natural consequences of the IDF’s and Netanyahu’s policies will come back to them. It doesn’t make me happy to say that, it’s simply a natural...”Read full review »
RSE*T via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/24
“Cannot keep listening to the same screeching every day. Just rants. The inside info on politics was really good before the Israel Hamas war. Now it’s a single track rant session.”
NickKol1975 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/02/24
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“Tucker Carlson does more fact checking than this show. Please don’t let these people radicalize you.”
NeatDudular via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/24
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“If you support Hamas, then you’re going to love this podcast! They only cite Hamas statistics and sources which support their priors. Israel is not an apartheid state and saying that is an insult to the people who suffered apartheid in South Africa.”
stairway2andy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/24
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