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“This is the best show. I miss it!”
StayHydrated! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/20/24
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“Heartfelt, humorous, intelligent…Heavyweight is a consistent beauty”
Cheapskate Walker via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/24
“This podcast is simply one of the best most thought-provoking and well done podcasts I've come across. Jonathan Goldstein is one of the best storytellers of our time. It is a travesty that Spotify has canceled it.”Read full review »
RosieisLife via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/18/24
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“Excellent, thoughtful podcast. One of the best ones out there. I don’t expect it to return now that spotify has cancelled it, but I sure hope it does.”
Wankerson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/24
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“I keep looking for this podcast to resume. Jonathon has such a unique way of working thru the personal problems of the people on the show. There is nothing quite like it.”
Elliot the cat lover via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/13/24
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“I love this podcast so much and appreciate the time and thoughtfulness put into each episode. Please keep it going!!!!”
LindseyBG via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/24
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“I love Heavyweight! I listened to every single episode mostly while walking in the morning. The show is probably my favorite of every podcast I’ve ever listened to. Please bring it back again!
Jonathan did such a great job and the stories were amazing. Please please please bring the show back.”
Artygalvcd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/24
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“I just heard on This American Life that a new season will be starting soon. Was that just a rouse? This podcast is wonderfully entertaining.”
Andee61 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/09/24
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“This is the best podcast I’ve heard in a long time. Just when we need to believe in the human spirit again, but without all the fluff, this podcast rolls in and renews my faith in humanity. And the host Jonathan’s sense of humor is my favorite! Highly recommend!”
ThrivingnotjustSurviving via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/08/24
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“The profound pathos of every one of these is everything. They have been my truest friends during a long lonely season.”
Charisse Louw via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
07/08/24
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“Overall very interesting concept and well executed. However the hosts make me cringe so hard sometimes with cheesy lines, very american.”
On a scale via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
07/08/24
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“My favorite podcast! We need Jonathan and the team back.”
Ciara Madison via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/08/24
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“I’m back to this podcast just to see if anyone has picked this up or if there’s any more news. The worst episode of this is better than 99% of podcasts available. Soooo good. And such a great concept. Miss this show”
Jjpipitone via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/24
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“What a jem of a podcast!! I just came across this show and I’m hooked. So unfortunate that it has been cancelled. How is that even possible??? I really hope it gets picked up. Johnathan and his crew have really created something special here.”
George M Bluth via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/02/24
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“Wft, why hasn’t anyone picked this podcast up? Its real it’s redemptive and preposterous. Give me more!”
Hip happy pixie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/29/24
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“Absolutely love the Heavyweight podcast! There are so many times that it makes me smile and laugh out loud, and even tear up. It’s very lighthearted but deep. Jonathan is the greatest! And I love love love there theme song. I listen to a number of podcasts.Many are science or self-help. And then...”Read full review »
Chris🧘♀️ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/24
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“Laugh out loud funny, dry, witty, sarcastic, honest, HUMAN! Bring it back!!”
Dv Hoek via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/24
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“I just found you.
Please find a way to continue. Talk to some of the bigger podcast companies abc have them pick you up.
I miss you already”
MrsMarshieP via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/21/24
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“I found this podcast after it had already been canceled. It is my absolute favorite and I am almost through all of the episodes and wanting more. I love the humor and the humanity. I laugh and weep almost every single episode. It is so therapeutic and it’s helped me work through some of my own...”Read full review »
mkfsam via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/20/24
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“I love this podcast. I especially like the phone call in the beginning of each episode.
When are you coming back? Waiting for more episodes.”
ro4380 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/13/24
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“This is storytelling at its absolute best, evoking all of the emotions and lending valuable lessons for us all. What a tragedy to lose something so precious to humanity. I hope and pray for its return!”
Annersalf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/24
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“I love everything about this podcast. It’s funny, deep, human , real. And just plan good! Thank you!”
TheQueenBee79 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/24
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“Humanity needs this podcast.”
Churchwriter64 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/24
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“...and I just came to the last episodes to find out the show was cut! So sad and such a bad choice to cut this show. Amazing, wonderful stories that need to be told. I have thoroughly enjoyed Jonathan's wit and compassion. I have told everyone about it. I hope they find another producer to...”Read full review »
Flitandfly on Etsy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/09/24
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“This is the best podcast I’ve ever listened to. So glad my friend recommended it. Thanks for all the great stories :)”
bryonyf via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/05/24
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“Just what I needed in a time of crazy news and an insane world!! My faith in humanity has somewhat returned 🙌🏼”
RavnHelle via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
06/04/24
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“I am so bummed this AWESOME podcast seems to be over. I love it so much. I e laughed. I’ve cried. And I KNOW there is soooo much more that could be done. People need Jonathon’s help!”
Dj DBC09890 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/24
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“I’ve been listening to this podcast off and on for the last few years and always love coming back to it. I’ve laughed, cried, downloaded & shared particularly impactful episodes to share with loved ones. It really does an amazing job of presenting the intricacies of being human and harboring...”Read full review »
Sgebler91 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/24
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“It’s funny, it’s emotional, it’s transforming. Jonathan is an amazing storyteller.”
DaniDaniwmv via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
05/27/24
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“This podcast makes me laugh it makes me cry - I absolutely love it! I cannot get enough of it.”
Anubaba via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
05/17/24
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“What an amazing story teller.”
Kmt_or via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/15/24
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“A brilliant, surprising, puzzle of a podcast.
J Goldstein is an innovator and pioneer. Wiretap, This American Life, then Heavyweight.
Can’t help but lament yet another head scratching decision by Gimlet. Mystery Show and Heavyweight…”
Porter Underfoot via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/24
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“Just discovered this show only to learn they will not be dropping any episodes. Please come back….. nothing else to add that other listeners have not said.”
txca8488 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/10/24
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“Such a great podcast ! Hopefully it will
Be back soon”
Fifty Shades of boredom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/09/24
“This show has long been a favorite. I look forward to many more wonderful, thoughtful, and heart warming stories.”
V.S.T. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/24
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“Missing Heavyweight so much. This is the best podcast - please come back.”
Ellisbee99 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/05/24
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“Please bring it back. Life is hard. This podcast makes it more tolerable.”
Cellowan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/24
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“I have been listening to podcasts for years. Many have intrigued me, but none has made me think so deeply as Heavyweight. Thank you for your incredible and thoughtful reporting. I am a better person for this. I try to spread the love and thoughtfulness that you miraculously exude from others.”
Patty Aprea via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/24
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“I love this podcast! If you love the nuances of life then this is for you….it touches something very human in us all…the need to connect - well done Johnathon”
Yvette Ollerenshaw via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
04/27/24
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“I’ve been a fan of Jonathan Goldstein’s work since this CBC Wiretap days.
There’s something incredibly comforting and nourishing about the way Jonathan explores the lives around him.
The stories are honest, raw, hilarious, enlightening, and I’m probably missing a ton of other adjectives....”Read full review »
JasonBee via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/27/24
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“I was so excited to discover this podcast and that I had 8 seasons to listen to. Now I learn that they aren’t making any more episodes?! Please bring Heavyweight back! It’s so good! Jonathan Goldstein and team produce amazing episodes that make me feel and think about them long after listening....”Read full review »
TED monster via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/24
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“I only recently discovered this show, but listening has already gotten me through so much, it’s my favorite podcast ever! Please, please, please come back with new content, it’s too good to be over!”
no opression please via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/25/24
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“Real life, real stories, and closure. Jonathan Goldstein is a talented genius! This show gives me hope for humanity….”
Texgirl1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/24
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“This is so well done and makes me smile, cry and feel so many emotions. And is also so inspiring: real stories with real heart. 💜💜💜 I need more I’ve listened to ALL the shows. Please please please come back!!”
Bltiller via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/24
“I discovered this show about half a year ago and have been binge-listening to its episode since then. What fascinates me the most about the show is that all the stories happened to people actually living their life in the real world. Similar to what I feel when reading a good novel, I feel my...”Read full review »
Youyoucatmusic via Apple Podcasts ·
Japan ·
04/17/24
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“I’ve just discovered Heavyweight and I’m so glad I did! What a lovely, thoughtful, well-made show. Not without a sense of humor too. Thank you for this 👍”
seb415 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/24
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“Hilarious and heartfelt. I love everything about this podcast.”
amy_becker via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/24
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“Jonathan Goldstein's humor tickles me in all the right ways, as does his humanity.”Read full review »
ChaTeaMo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/24
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“One of my favourite podcasts of all time, having only just discovered it in the last 6 months. Such a beautiful collection of stories: happy, sad, ordinary, unbelievable, hilarious. But all so wonderfully poignant in their own way. Devastated that Spotify cancelled the series so soon after...”Read full review »
baydo the fruit via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/11/24
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“I’m still looking for a show that compares to this, and cannot find it. For a single show to be so hilarious and also so touching is extraordinary and uncommon. It’s simply my favorite podcast ever.”
scene_not_herd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/10/24
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