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“This story is devastating. The reporting was good but I feel that the host would go out of his way to sound more dramatic and creepy when he would narrate. His voice is very different, more more sincere when he’s interviewing his subjects. Disliked the theme song; also, overly creepy. Felt a bit...”Read full review »
cjgbjkfjkt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/24
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“I recently listened to the fourth season on Marc Dutroux. I think it's a great podcast. I am Belgian and was 12 years old when the affair came to light. For a very long time, I avoided this subject because I found it too painful. However, I really like this podcast by Matt Graves. He looks at...”Read full review »
Sofiedto via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
07/02/24
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“Without doubt one of the best true crime podcasts I’ve listened to. It’s difficult to digest the awful depravity of the crimes and the abject failure of justice to protect these children. But a very important story was documented and told here. And it was well-researched and produced. Top...”Read full review »
soul24 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/24
“Absolutely jaw droppingly shocking from the crimes themselves to the investigation to the wider network and cover up theories. So so frustrating that this could network could not have been brought into the light and stopped. Very good podcast and very well researched.”
sharondimarco via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/09/24
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“I appreciate a podcast that covers a case credibly.
This one includes real interviews with people affiliate with the investigation and is thoughtfully put together.”
Crime sleuth2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/24
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“Great listen! That intro music gives me the creeps. This story is horrifying but well told! Highly recommend!”
Lirpa1208 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/24
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“This is one of the most horrifying true stories I’ve ever heard and the full extent of how big the criminal ring was is still not known. Thank you for the superb reporting and production. And thank you for helping expose these monsters.”
AudieArn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/23
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“I truly appreciate you diving deep and investigating this case. A lot of lose threads and unanswered questions speak volumes. My heart breaks for the victim’s family and wish the survivors all the best. This podcast was so engaging and well done I had to write a review. I will say I did not like...”Read full review »
Lalalala456 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/20/23
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“Very good. Was skeptical at first but it was thrilling. Waaaaaaaay to many ads though. I get the ads, but compared to others, it was excessive.”
Steveoh2727 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/11/23
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“Fabulous presentation of one of the most horrific stories I’ve ever heard. Buckle up for this one, it’s absolutely devastating”
Kelsey546 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/23
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“Unbelievably complex story and top notch reporting.”
Fergusthe#1dog via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/23
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“I never knew how in depth this case was until now. My heart aches for this family.”
NurseCS93 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/26/23
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“This is my second time listening to this documentary and I have recommended this more than any other. It is extremely well organized and at times found it hard to turn it off. I appreciate the amount of time and effort that was put into this documentary. I would love to see this as a television...”Read full review »
Rara Review via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/09/23
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“A rare example of a true crime story that has translated well into English!
Binged up to episode 10 so far……”
Cronner's via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/02/23
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“Matt grieves does an outstanding job on this podcast, and I really appreciate his efforts to get to the truth and I believe the truth will prevail. These families are heroes, and I will be praying for them. I was a little boy in Germany when this happened and came to an end, but yet there’s still...”Read full review »
Tired Teach. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/23
“This is a well-told story and so important. It is pointed out in the story that we need to hear these things to be able to comprehend what some evil humans are capable of perpetrating on others. And they are still out there, and must come to light. If this story makes your stomach turn in...”Read full review »
emmteeemm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/23
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“Great job researching this horrendous event. Utterly heartbreaking”
hollieamberrose via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
01/10/23
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“This podcast started off strong but the last couple of episodes felt sloppy. I still can’t tell if it’s even done or if there are more episodes coming.”
losethethread via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/22
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“As a French-proficient, true crime loving American, I’m sure I’m biased, but this is one of the absolute most outstanding true crime podcasts I’ve heard in literal *years*. Exquisite work from you all, which is not going unnoticed. I have already shared your podcasts with many in my inner circle,...”Read full review »
Julianna Giles via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/12/22
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“Matt Graves you did an amazing job getting this story out there. I stayed interested throughout the whole story!”
Delz2022 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/30/22
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“It was super interesting and a good listen at first. I had never heard of these events before, and I was interested in learning more about them. Then, the podcast went from factual to conspiratorial.
In my opinion, the ending episodes were very reminiscent of the 1990’s Satanic Panic and modern...”Read full review »
justbeinghonest01 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/22
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“I’ve lived in Belgium my all life and I was 8 when Julie and Melissa were kidnapped, the same age as the girls. I remember that summer our parents’ warnings about talking to strangers and being extremely careful. Everybody was afraid and we couldn’t play in the street anymore. I was too young at...”Read full review »
melicort via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
11/19/22
“It was a good podcast, but by the time the last episode was released, I had literally forgotten about it. This episodic release thing just simply does not work for me, because I never finish the podcasts that do it. I try to wait until the podcast is completely finished to start getting into it,...”Read full review »
Oh No iPhone!! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/18/22
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“If, like me, you enjoy being terrified, heartbroken, infuriated, aghast, depressed and eternally hopeful that justice will be served, this is your podcast. Excellent production. Please, Matt, keep at it, the children and families deserve justice! The hotel owner knows!”
78Omega via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/17/22
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“A very engaging, well researched and paced show exploring horrific crimes, incompetence and cover ups. Recommend.
The only issue other than a throwaway comment about US cutting edge technology 🙄 is the dubbed interviews and the presenters narration. Some of interviews are dubbed in ridiculous...”Read full review »
k.smiddy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/16/22
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“One of the best true crime podcasts I’ve ever listened to. Love the host, love the production, love the respect towards the victims and their families. Love everything about it! And for the story, it chills you to the bone. Thank you for doing this podcast! This story needs to be told.”
Lillajag78 via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
11/16/22
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frustratedtryingtobuy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/15/22
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“This is far and away one of the best true crime podcasts I’ve had the pleasure of listening to. Graves does an exceptional job of familiarizing the listener with the time period, the crimes, the criminals and the impact of the crimes on a populace. It is very rare I make time for “appointment...”Read full review »
IrishGazelle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/15/22
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“Multiple ads back to back every 5-10 mins. Can’t listen.”
Bp15890 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/12/22
“Made it through 2 episodes listening to the atrocious writing hoping the story could keep me hooked. I just gave up beginning of episode 3 when the host says “I remember thinking, hmm I guess losing your kid in a supermarket is a big deal here.” Guaranteed reading about this case on Wikipedia is...”Read full review »
HDeeno via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/08/22
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“This is one of my fav podcasts to listen to!”
Asterola via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/06/22
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“A brilliantly produced show. I’m pretty picky with true crime podcasts these days as some of them just aren’t done well enough. This had my attention the whole way through, it was really really difficult to hear some of the content in such detail, but definitely a story that is worth a whole...”Read full review »
hannahjulia2019 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/03/22
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“The show is great. Very well researched and well produced, but the ads are kinda insensitive. I know the producers of this show have no say on the ads so I won’t take points from my review, but one second you’re listening to stories about murdered children and the next second you hear, “Do you...”Read full review »
Christaaaaaa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/01/22
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“I will definitely be keen to listen to more work from this journalist/documentarian. This series is so well done, and his voice is velvety smooth which adds to the enjoyment. Compelling account of a poorly handled case with tragic consequences in Belgium.”
Heavypackpack via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/26/22
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“One of my favorite true crime podcasts. Very creepy and a bit disturbing to listen to at times but beyond interesting.”
mfkfrfff via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/23/22
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“This is my favorite podcast! The host is great at telling the story. I had never heard of this case before and now I am hooked!”
Incandessence via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/18/22
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“This podcast has truly touched my emotions from fear for my own children to sympathy and even a sense of helplessness. The information is accurate and you can tell this research was very well verified and emotionally difficult to hear and pass on to us. Thank you for remembering the victims.”
DMartinezAc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/17/22
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“So many ads making them very short episodes. Hard to stay interested”
Tiggs2012 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/14/22
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“Does a good job providing lots of info without confusing the listener. Lots of people involved but the narrator does a great job telling a clear story. Heart breaking for the families and such a cautionary tale when government can fail.”
Noise 47 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/12/22
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“Being from Belgium and understanding this affaire I appreciate how well researched it is!”
gymnast june via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
10/12/22
“About 15 mins of content regularly interrupted by obnoxious ads. Too bad. Makes it hard to enjoy.”
afgagliardi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/11/22
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“Sit back and simply enjoy the ride of mystery and awesome storytelling by a great presenter!!!!! Enjoy!”
Doobeedi via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/10/22
“I was initially excited to see a podcast covering this topic. Yet after seven episodes I have found it difficult to continue listening. The writing is awful, with no structure to how things are presented and the host often making outlandish claims and embellishments with no reporting to back...”Read full review »
chung doo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/22
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“The worst nightmare a parent can go through! The host is a great story teller!”
Snooping Mrs. F via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/22
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“A very compelling recount of terrifying years in Belgium. Host is engaging and has a great voice.”
TLG122 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/05/22
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