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“Seriously well researched, written and told.”
Stop the train via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/23/23
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“What a thorough and detailed investigation this is. it is put together in a compelling and thoughtful fashion. Those who made it, confronted the important questions without flinching and without fear or trepidation. BBC journalism at its best.”
Gamble3866 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/22/23
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“A podcast based around trying to redeem a terrorist”
Darrison pickles via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/22/23
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“This was very interesting. I was hooked the entire time. Thank you!”
Justine1990Ottawa via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/21/23
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“What a brilliant story teller and investigator, the way he describes the details of the story makes you listen non stop”
abareem via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/19/23
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“Nuanced and interesting reporting”
Tommorris1988 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/18/23
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“Such a relevant and nuanced report. So well told. I felt like I came out of it wiser.”
EmmaHellen via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
05/17/23
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“Sticks to facts, allows the listener to draw their own conclusions.
Thoroughly dives down the rabbit holes. Tracing a taxi ride uncovers a city-wide transportation scheme for people-smuggling.
For the first time I feel like I understand something about the way Isis worked in Syria.”
sunshine meadows via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/15/23
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“In a sea of investigative podcasting, this one stands out as something special. What an ending too, no spoilers.”
VolcomX311 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/23
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“Hands down the best podcast I’ve ever listened to”
Madballs1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
05/11/23
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“Excellent podcast! Well constructed and weighted. Just a comment - she was only 15!!! 15 year olds can’t make informed decisions - they are minors. I am amazed at how the court viewed her.”
warrenthundergod via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
05/09/23
“There is a lot of information to process including institutional roles in “Canada and UK.”
I have no idea how to balance this all out, but it seems that the Instagram text with “Sharmina” validates or echos what Shamima B’. has been saying about her daily sub-survival during the podcast...”Read full review »
songs of the birds via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/09/23
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“Josh Baker is an incredible reporter and riveting storyteller! I simply binge his podcasts and can’t wait for the next one!”
KimberlyBo222 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
05/07/23
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“I’ve been listening to podcasts before they were popular This one is brilliant”
kaydog6969 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/05/23
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“Such a huge, difficult and complex story to tell. The reporting and narration is second to none. I appreciated the skills used to investigate and.tell the story from several perspectives and the empathy and respect shown by Josh in the storytelling. My heart breaks for all the many lives lost...”Read full review »
Judy in Aotearoa via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
05/03/23
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“Fantastic journalism and storytelling”
BBC Fan 12345 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/02/23
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“Riveting is the word! Rich in detail. You feel like you’re there. A fascinating look into another world”
jcampulous via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/01/23
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“This was a thoroughly researched series that raises so many questions about human beings and the choices they make. Both seasons of this show were compelling…I could not stop listening! Well done to Josh and his team.”
lindadwyer via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/01/23
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“Amazing. When can we except the next episode?”
Lawin01 via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
05/01/23
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“Amazingly well constructed. Very precise in every aspect, personal but yet, super professional. Kudos.”
Glennjamming via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
04/29/23
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“You shouldn’t be in the UK and at the very least shouldn't be given a platform, you made your choice and now we have to pay for your awful deceit, there are no sky fairies”Read full review »
bongointhecongo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/28/23
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“This is a balanced and well researched podcast. Well produced and really informative and interesting. I’ll definitely be looking for other podcasts by this journalist!
Thanks for your work.”
S M W I via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
04/27/23
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“Truly incredible incredible journalism. I’m listening from the USA and it feels as if I have been on the journey with Shamima from start to finish. The only thing I wish he had asked her was how she even was able to find people. If I wanted to join isis today I would have no idea how to do that...”Read full review »
Mahaliawithlove via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/23
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“Thorough investigation into the strange scenario of women who join a terror group. Nuanced storytelling which takes you on many twists and turns. Treats the subjects as multi dimensional and complex. Josh Baker has an empathetic and investigative approach and he has a great voice to listen to.”
Karina from tasmania via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/26/23
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“Excellent podcast. Gives an extremely interesting and honest story about these two women and what they’ve gone through. It leaves the listener, thinking and wondering how this could happen and how society should respond.”
Mom of the family via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
04/23/23
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“This is a gripping podcast which powerfully combines forensic investigation, seat of the pants reporting and thoughtful analysis that documents the fateful decision made by a 15 year old child to leave home and join ISIS, and the harrowing consequences that follow. Highly recommended”
Hungry4Ideas via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/22/23
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“Incredible journalism. I’ll never know the truth about Sam with 100% certainty, but what I do know is that I was weeping over the audio of Matthew and thinking of all the children affected and all of the lives taken or changed by ISIS.”
SweetChrissy483 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/23
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“Excellent podcast it’s a must to listen to.”
MMTHM via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/19/23
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“Absolutely riveting stories and great reporting.”
thelilhen via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/18/23
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“This was a great listen. It kept me interested and was an excellent conversation to the inner workings of a complex subject. It shed light on a topic I knew nothing about and was done very well. I would love to hear more about anything, on any topic, from Josh and his team!”
EliseeMarisee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/23
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“Brilliant reporting. Factual and in depth. The best.”
aak-mtl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/23
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“This podcast should win all of the awards. Its the best example of investigative journalism and an incredibly impressive piece of work. Gripping, insightful and super high quality. In awe of the work gone into this.”
Lar_ via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/17/23
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“Great podcast. Gets down to gritty details about this story. Great journalism”
StephenBoyle via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
04/17/23
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“This was such great reporting and well researched. I hope you all continue the great work and excellent journalism. I appreciate the unbiased coverage and the care you took with each person interviewed. Well done all the way through. 🤩”
UnshakabIe Faith via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/23
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“Anything Josh Baker you have to listen too!”
Ex Uk living in US via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/23
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“Funny how the Yazidis are ignored, they are her victims”
ILoveAllDogsAlways via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/23
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“Really brilliant empathetic reporting. Well done!”
Jaxxe13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/23
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“This is a spectacular podcast. Thorough, meaningful, thought provoking & full of nuance and deep insight into the contradictions of people. I wish people who made life changing decisions and judgements about others would listen to this. I also really loved how the journalists & producers...”Read full review »
LayMags via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/15/23
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“What a fantastic podcast this is! The very fact that Josh has taken years to build both the different stories is a testament to his commitment to telling great stories. In a world that is consumed by instant news, it is so refreshing to listen to a well-researched, non-biased and balanced...”Read full review »
Poo Naik via Apple Podcasts ·
India ·
04/12/23
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“Serie 2: Respectful and thorough journalism is what Joshua and his team stand for. Thanks again for these podcast series!
Serie 1: Incredibly Impressive! A careful reconstruction of a dramatic story. Thanks to the crew and participants.”
Bommelerwaard via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
04/12/23
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Im in Sweet Home via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/23
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“If only all journalists could be this thorough and really go to all ends to get the human story. Amazing!!!”
HeatherLondon111 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/11/23
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“This is a terrific, totally binge-worthy series. Josh is a great storyteller, presenting the story from both sides and leaving us to decide whether the person truly is a monster, or a victim. Can't wait for series 3.”Read full review »
KathyG.29 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/10/23
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“This podcast is amazing and shows the skills and determination of a team of journalists and producers trying to get to the bottom of a story!
I was looking for a podcast to keep me going through a decorating project over the 2023 Easter Bank Holiday weekend. This didn’t disappoint and it was...”Read full review »
CityGirlInThCountry via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/10/23
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“Thank you for the work you do. This podcast is so important.”
Lara 0303 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/10/23
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“Exceptional research and thought provoking story telling. Please keep the great content coming!”
hobbysox via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/10/23
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“Joshua, your journalism,professionalism , narration and incredible empathy is the best on any podcast I’ve listened to (hundreds). Your team deserves equal credit. Here in Australia we have just taken back ISIS brides who deserve a new start. The news however is not encouraging but I hope they...”Read full review »
Elmax4 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/08/23
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