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“You guys did a great job on this one. You put us right there. The cast of characters were great. I often wonder how you find these stories that area little outside the periphery. Five stars!”
Vick Styles via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/23
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“Another Wondery production that has a sound person who thinks we like to hear noise in the background when trying to listen to people tell a story. It's the usual kind of eerie-sounding stuff. I listened for about two minutes and then gave up. It's probably a very interesting documentary...”Read full review »
KGee214 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/21/22
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“Good show but the endless credits at the end of the episodes where they name absolutely every single team member is insufferably tedious.”
avidposcastfan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/22
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“As a child of the 80s and 90s this was a really interesting dive back into pre-internet, on-demand sex days. Tina Horn is a great host - lovely speaking voice, clearly did a lot of research, and put together a fascinating and comprehensive look at the business of phone sex. Highly recommended.”
SavvyTricia via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/03/22
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“I had been browsing for a while and finally came across ‘Operator’. The high pop catchy intro and the clear speaking voice of the Host immediately drew me in. The story was presented in a nice manner, although I did wish for more of the personal stories of the Operators. Those were the best...”Read full review »
JeeNoNames via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/23/22
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“This show was so well put together and was fascinating through the whole podcast. It was very informative and entertaining. Thank you all!”
Wolfsong619 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/22
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“A gripping tale from the first second that will have you hanging on with every word. Operator is amazingly well researched, written and narrated with a cast of characters whose stories will transport you to an almost unbelievable world and time.”
ColinWardle via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
05/15/22
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“Informative, entertaining, fantastically presented. Also, the intro song is pretty great. Highly recommend.”
theapalad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/25/22
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“This podcast is so interesting and so well done. It gives the history and details in an engaging way, but more importantly it gives so much respect to the operators who made it such a success. I binged this in just a few days!”
BingeThatPod via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/22
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“Spin out episode 4 into a whole podcast on its own. Would subscribe.”
bis416 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/12/22
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“Cant get into this one, will not hold your attention. But it is good to know that the people involved in the phone sex industry and just as disgusting today as they were 30 years ago so give them an A for consistency”
Jerdpaul via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/22
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“Good story telling, but content was too gritty for me. Did not finish.”
Erinmky via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/22
“Good story, excellent details, surprising ending.”
iobear via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
02/25/22
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“I loved this podcast. The story was so well written and the host was fantastic. I’m a fan of most wondery podcasts, the episodes go quickly and they always have a good number of episodes per series so that they’re not repeating information. This was a nice change of pace to the typical true crime...”Read full review »
jle1216 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/25/22
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“This is going to be interesting !”
mjt198536 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/22
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“Fascinating. This would also be a fun Mimi series. 👍”
Nikki: lala via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/22
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“Engaging story-telling. Good blend of characterision and facts/anecdotes. An absorbing account of an interesting industry. I really enjoyed listening to this; it feels like a lot of hard work went in to the production and now (a few months) after its initial subscription release, it's a great...”Read full review »
Lardy_Bloke via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/07/22
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“Amazing story. Well Narrated. Captivating. Excellently produced. Not a bad hung to say about this series.”
T.L.B via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/01/22
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“What an interesting history of sex work and the innovation of technology in the U.S.”
rustyespio via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/22
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“This needs to be a show on Netflix exec produced by Jenji Kohan. Really interesting and nostalgic.”
Winspear via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/22/22
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“This was good!! Great insight to a world I’ve never been involved in but saw first hand the ads on Tv as a teen and always “wondered” what the reality of that world was about.”
Mezzles21 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/17/22
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“Recommend this series. Really makes you open your mind to the reality of our world. Gives you new perspectives. Well made and thought out!”
CliqFer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/14/22
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“Very good wondering Standard”
SandGreg Peter via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/12/22
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“I couldn’t stop listening to this entertaining and well put together podcast. It could definitely continue with more interviews from people in the industry and I’d keep listening!”
jbieniek via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/10/22
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“What a story, great voices.
Wonderfully surprising final episode.”
Breeb714 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/07/22
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“I thought it was well done and interesting.”
db75aaaaaaaaa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/06/22
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“Compelling story told very well. Definitely not for kids or prudes. Could be a movie or series. The podcast barely touches on the government regulations imposed on this industry and I was left asking for more on this aspect. I guess you can’t go into everything. If you are an adult definitely...”Read full review »
screaming barricuda via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/22
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“Loved this piece of history. Just the right blend of history, humor, interviews etc., was absolutely fascinated! As I grew up in the 80’s, remember these 900 numbers and was so curious. But now I know!!
Also, loved Tina’s narration and I would totally go to see Bernardo’s one-man play! He...”Read full review »
Dierdre via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/22
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“Operators in this series, unlike the promo, are the business operators not the actual phone operators, save for last episode. I wish it had delivered that story as well, but really great otherwise!”
MollyWix via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/22
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“Well put together podcast- very interesting.”
000Ang000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/29/21
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“Great host; didn’t make the story boring, and did an excellent job. Wish there had been more focus on the actual operators and the impacts the corporate greed had on their lives.
This podcast, as well as so many of these reviews, shows exactly why people turned to phone sex and now turn to other...”Read full review »
Mii moo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/27/21
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“N love the bonus episode. I usually skip bonus episodes but I am so glad I listened to you and Bernardo. What a character!! Could listen to another episode of you conversing with him. Fabulous, one of Wonderys Best!!!”
Da Real B-Whizzle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/27/21
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“Once I started listening, I couldn’t stop! Such a well done podcast and I was sad to listen to the last episode—because I wanted to hear more! The interviews and individuals at ATN were such an interesting and dynamic group—definitely listen if you love hearing authentic stories delivering a...”Read full review »
RA Dine via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/24/21
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“Very interesting cast and industry”
sh details via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/24/21
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“Can I just say that I LOVE listening to Pardes tell his story? Tina’s right when she said he’s a character. Hilarious!”
Bcaliff via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/22/21
“This entirely excluded the recollections of the tons of African American and minority women who actually performed in the roles as operators. Yet, it is acknowledged more than once that these are the employees that made the money that was used by the higher ups to buy all of their planes and...”Read full review »
Oooonaanaa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/22/21
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“This was a wonderful podcast. The Hostess’s voice was perfect. The overall story was fascinating and took a deep dive in to the world of phone sex, the people involved, and how horribly people can treat each other because they make more than the other person. Lastly, an eye opening awareness...”Read full review »
Anne&Gilbert via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/22/21
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“This podcast was incredible. Amazing host, great character development with all of those interviewed - I loved everyone. I laughed, I cried, I nerded out on the tech history. Absolutely recommend!”
melanieb88 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/21
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“More podcast hosts who are actual sex workers please and thank youuuu A++++”
CierraJaneBlackbird via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/21
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“Working with IVR amazed at its origins. Who would have thought! Really enjoyed the sign off from series where theme song played in entirety- great work.”
Da BOMB! :) Hils! via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/21/21
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“Didn’t think I’d be interested in this story, but the writing pulled me in and I was happy to be along for the ride. I agree, the episode with the actual calls was not interesting, but the rest of the story was fascinating! The 8th episode was a perfect wrap up of all the story lines. Great job!”
StinaMasFina via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/21
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“Good but seriously way too many ads”
Aewaddell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/21
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“Excellent course in podcasting. An amazing story from beginning to end. The full story is told. There is power struggle. There is love. And everything is okay in the end. I will listen to anything from this team.”
Steph no Currey via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/21
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“My homie da Big Chief Jason used to go over this girl’s house we hang out at all the time to get the Soorts Picks of the day for like $19.99, early 90’s . The bill came in and he paid her mom , but she wasn’t happy ! Bless her heart , she was a great lady RIP SK. Chief had the same Rod Stewart...”Read full review »
Vic T Mizah via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/21
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“This is as good as it gets for somebody from Miami and that knew enough about those days and business in FL.”
mgepark via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/19/21
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“Fun fact: I was one of those minors pranking the 1900 lines. I literally gave my mom a $400 phone bill. I was 11 so this was 26 years ago or so. This podcast brought back some kinda hilarious memories for me, but it was also very interesting to hear the entire background of it all. Tina did a...”Read full review »
team CourtNate and Anna Banana via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/18/21
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“What an interesting story! And the fact that I shed a tear at the end showed I was really into this.. I am thankful for the people taking away the stigma of sec work by showing a behind the scenes look at it, great podcast!!”
Hopey07 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/17/21
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“Really amazing story telling throughout. Just the right amount of characters to get a full picture without too many making it hard to follow. How it was all brought together at the end linking back to the title brought a smile to my face. Thanks for all the hard work that went in to this, was all...”Read full review »
benny.t.aro via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/15/21
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“Love getting an inside perspective on an industry that people don’t talk much about. A great host and so glad the story is being told. It’s nice to get a break from murder true crime. I highly recommend!”
Olaf Cones via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/14/21
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