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“I’m unsubscribing after enjoying Kristin & Jolenta’s feed for years.
I loved By the Book but always felt that planning that show and living that way must have been a heavy lift. So, when I noticed the themes of the books they reviewed started to fall into just a few categories with the same arguments to be made each time, I wasn’t surprised that they closed that chapter and tried a new show.
I don’t love the new show, but honestly I’d probably stick with it just out of habit if it weren’t for the hosts being increasingly hard to listen to. For context: most of my favorite podcasts would probably be deemed “woke” by those across the aisle, and I strongly relate to the values and vision these hosts are championing. But, the near-constant caveats, acknowledgement of privilege, reminders re. underrepresented groups… it’s been taken to such an extreme as to be unwieldy and difficult to listen to. Which is a shame because the hosts do give good advice.
I was also off put by the Hilaria/Hilary Baldwin episode. Granted, I’ve not followed any of her story closely and everything I’ve heard does seem very problematic. BUT, I would rather be a person who takes the most charitable view, especially as an outsider who can never truly know what’s going on. You can say that a behavior reads a certain way and is concerning while still leaving room for a little grace. Maybe there’s mental illness involved that we don’t know about? From hosts I’ve come to see as empathetic people, I found their approach in this episode to be to aggressive, cold, judgy, and completely devoid of nuance.
I did gain value from the old show, and I’m grateful for that. But, sadly, this new show (and the seeming evolution of these hosts) is not for me.”
abuvia via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/19/23
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“I really am enjoying this podcast, interesting concept.”
Fledouxs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/15/17
“Really enjoyed listening to the pilot. What a great concept! Can't wait to hear what Kristen and Jolenta try next.”
PaulSchmaul via ·
04/11/17
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“Make this show! These two women are so smart and funny, I could listen to them all day!”
audiofile5525 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/17
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