Caution from a mental health therapist
Overall, I loved this podcast. I learned of it AFTER the hoax was uncovered. In a lot of ways, I found the fact that the main interviewee lied speaks to an interesting aspect of his psychopathology. The only thing that I absolutely cringed about was when the interviewer had the victim speak over the phone to her captor. That was incredibly dangerous and possibly traumatic. I could not believe that risk being taken for the sake of a good story. In the end, the interviewer claims the victim found the experience empowering. That can be the case, absolutely. But typically there needs to be periods of support and stability before that can be helpful. I wonder if the victim was conflicted due to unconscious coercion from the interviewer. Either way, that could have been incredibly harmful. A story should never trump the well being of this victim.
jade erickson via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/29/21
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Just heard the first episode via NYTimes preview for subscribers and was blown away. I want to hear more of this story and I want to hear more about the journalist- she seems amazing.
AnneinNYC via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/14/18
Wow that was amazing! I want to hear more! My only complaint is having to wait for the next episode. Netflix wouldn’t ensnare me with a riveting story then make me wait a week for more! (Side note: for the people who were “suspicious” of the 5 star reviews when only the trailer had been...Read full review »
Jack attack87 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/19/18
I’ve only listened to the first two episodes... but I have finally found something that has made me feel like Serial first did. I can’t wait for more to come!!
Bonnymac via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/20/18
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