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“Your reading is so bad”
Justice For John Okeefe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/08/24
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“I listen to many podcasts, including several true crime. Nobody does a better job of digging into a case and presenting facts as an advocate for the victim. M. William Phelps does outstanding work. Great for anyone serious about the truth and not just sensationalized storytelling.”
nfldraftnik via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/24
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“Just started listening to Paper Ghosts. My first podcasts. Finished season 1 and 2. Great job going into the past to put these stories out there. I can’t wait to start the next season.”
Lisa5493 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/01/24
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“Phelps is that guy you see in every cheesy true crime or “worlds scariest killers”-type show. The guy is the Gene Hackman of true crime!
My issue with this series, much like a lot of Phelps work, is that he leads his interviewee into sensational statements. The writer in him can’t be satisfied...”Read full review »
Ta2dMnky via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/26/24
“It’s annoying how many times I need to hit FF, and every time I do, I need to hit it 5-6 times (2.5-3min each time).”
jsp_87654 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/24
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“Love M. William Phelps’ story telling, thorough coverage of the cases, and victim advocacy.”
LuMaLu22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/24
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“After making it partway through episode 4 of season 4, I finally realized that the main character of every single story in this podcast is dogged reporter M. William Phelps. Not the victim(s). In S4, E4, Our Intrepid Investigative Reporter interviews someone he feels is the likely killer, and...”Read full review »
Lauren JN via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/24
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“Absolutely love this series and podcast. You do such a great job and give the victims such care.”
melperez773 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/24
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“Thorough, passionate and compassionate. For anyone complaining about ads, you can always hit the fast forward button!”
must be a lot of angry people via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/18/24
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“Cannot stay subscribed to this platform that supported financially, Ted Cruz, a traitor to our nation.”
KateJessie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/13/24
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“I always look forward to the next episode. Keep up the fantastic work!!”
Greg Nardone via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/13/24
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“Ads….everyone has beaten that horse, the creators and apple don’t care about how much we hate how, for ever 30 seconds of content you get, 1:45 of ads is coming next. But when the app tells me “updated 1hr ago” and NOTHING is there, is deceptive, no new episode, no trailer, nothing. Is truly...”Read full review »
Nevis82 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/13/24
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“Can’t listen to this, the first ad was pitching a kids social media where they were asking kids to post pics from their summer vacations and saying safety was their top priority. Can’t support a show that would link with that sort of advertisement.”
1990emh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/11/24
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“I listen to all of M William Phelps podcasts and still want more! His storytelling is so captivating and his voice is perfect for listening. He truly investigates everything he discusses and gives so much background… it’s fantastic. He has such a passion for what he does it totally shines through...”Read full review »
Amysterylover41 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/30/24
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“Paid for premium and still get ads. Really disappointed as I like the podcast.”
joshbock1991 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/12/24
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“The title that you made for this podcast really interested me m.William Phelps because I thought it was going be like paranormal crime like how some cases were dealt with satanic panic but I know I’m going to enjoy this podcast based on the cases/stories I’m first hearing already on season one...”Read full review »
Topgameroscar via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/11/24
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“1/3 of every show is obnoxious ads for casinos and other garbage. The content is really good if you can get over the constant ads for nonsense. It’s really hard to continue to listen with this. Seems like every 10 minutes there are 3 minutes of ads. There are other podcasts out there. Skip this one”
Billin21 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/09/24
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“I can’t stop listening to this podcast it’s so interesting I can’t wait to listen to all the seasons”
MzJuLiEt85 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/01/24
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“Great podcast, M William Phelps is one of the top storytellers in all podcasts. I can’t wait until another season begins.”
Joe's_iMac via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/24
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“Just wanted to drop a note that you are a great investigator and storyteller. I grew up in Iowa and remember the Tammy Zawicki case and actually now live in Greenville South Carolina and did not know that she went to high school here. I am very hopeful for updates on this case, as it definitely...”Read full review »
kmehawkeye via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/27/24
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“I agree with many others, between the ads and his big ego I found this podcast frustrating. I couldn’t follow who he was talking about.”
Chopsahoy via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/25/24
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“Thorough coverage of crimes by a thorough investigator. The final interrogation of the suspect at end of season 4 was Especially intriguing. I do recommend this podcast.”
EvaB4 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/24
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“Every time you get into the story, you have to wade through 2 1/2 or three minutes of ads on the payroll payroll and then at the end. It’s only a half hour show. I don’t understand.”
kmarsh3895 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/24
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“I liked most of the show, but the interview in “The Boogeyman” episode was deeply ethically questionable. The man sounded clearly unwell and likely with some sort of dementia. He probably wasn’t even well enough to give informed consent to the interview. Nothing in that interview can be taken as...”Read full review »
KTmC0226 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/24
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“Really appreciate the deep dives into cold cases.”
diddy29 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/17/24
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“As someone from Northwest Arkansas I appreciate the time and attention you and your team put into this. I was HOOKED and enjoyed it very much.”
Hogfan691 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/24
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“Awesome podcast!! I drive for a living so I put this on not only to pass time but each episode and series is really well put together and very interesting. All very unfortunate circumstances but definitely worth listening to! Please tell me there’s more on the way!!!”
westphilly59 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/24
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“Again if you love true crime you will love these too. I listened to this first and then found Crossing the Line and have listened to all of those as well. They’re SO GOOD!!!!”
Mhatch1977 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/24
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“Thanks so much for all your efforts in trying to breathe life into these paper ghosts. A very interesting listen.”
HumbleWarrier via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/03/24
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“Is there anything worse than a podcast host saying the crime has never been solved within the first 60 seconds of the pod?”
KenpoJak via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/24
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“I found this podcast way back when season 1 was being released. I’ve commented many times on MW’s instagram that he can’t get these out fast enough! Every season is a grand slam and that can’t be said for a lot of other hosts/podcasts. It takes a lot to keep my attention and interest, which is...”Read full review »
Carrie7645 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/24/24
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“I am obsessed with this podcast, Paper Ghost.
M. William Phelps telling of these true crimes is so amazing!
I’m ordering his books now.”
Klatda via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/22/24
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“I’m listening to the ozarks and I really appreciate how he tells the story without exposing people’s names unnecessarily. Some parts of interviews are unfortunately hard to hear.”
Sivolovis via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
05/20/24
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“A masterful storyteller who truly cares about honoring the memory of the missing and murdered and making sure that the victims and their loved ones have a voice. Mr. Phelps’ work is the absolute best in the true crime genre.”
JOBO1110 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/17/24
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“I love how in depth you go with the cases. It’s a great listen!!!!”
Lilia silva via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
05/16/24
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“I really appreciate how he responds to sexist and derogatory comments. Also how he responds to racist comments. It’s appreciated that he calls these things out and how offended he clearly is. Some investigators brush over comments like those. I’m updating my review after listening to all four...”Read full review »
Natstan03 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/24
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“This podcast introduced me to Phelps’ work, and having listened to every single episode of Paper Ghosts, I can’t wait for the next season. What a powerful storyteller and advocate for victims and their families. I’ve introduced my partner to this podcasts, as well as Phelps’ other true crime...”Read full review »
amariessa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/12/24
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“Look, if you dont know whether the Old man did anything wrong, you really should not be bullying him that way. This episode is so full of conjecture, overdramatization and pseudo- gotcha - moments it really felt all wrong.”
Casper pet via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/10/24
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“I’ve been reading Phelps true crime books from his beginning and now watch any tv shows he’s associated with. I rate him highly! This podcast is well put together like his books and tv shows.
This was a very interesting and informative podcast series! I hope he does more…and more!”
NurseRebecca via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/08/24
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“The narrator thinks he’s hard. Season 4 interviews at the end demonstrate this where he interviews and rages at someone completely unconnected to the case. This also demonstrates that he is completely unqualified even for basic crime podcasting and is a complete liability. Very lame and second...”Read full review »
Quick Quokka via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/05/24
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“Stick to Shawna. I’d love to hear how HER story turned out, but you lost me on the the rabbit holes. Your need to deep dive and explain how two murders slightly match up became exhausting. I’m sure it all ties in, but your way to slow to point out the relevance. I was bored by the repeated...”Read full review »
ShenJohn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/24
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“This is a network that can afford to put on a podcast so why do we have to listen to 1 million ads?”
Zip A Dee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/30/24
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“Such an interesting & tragic case, or should say cases and well told.
My heart goes out to the victims”
Andi in London via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/28/24
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“Good pod, way too many ads.”
TheMrTayray via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/25/24
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“This host got clowned by the old man at the end.😂🤣This was a huge waste of time.”
DickDieselDaddy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/24
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“Ads galore FYI ppl”
kjjekke via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/24
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“It’s not just the true story he tells but it’s the research and details behind it! He does his work!”
kbhollow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/24
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“I love this narrator and how he total gets into the story he’s telling. He’s passionate about what he telling us so you can really feel the gravity of the situation of each case. How fun would it be to travel the country and interview people about past murders and the chilling details...”Read full review »
MissyKayeM via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/24
“I can’t speak to series one to three, having hopped in at season four, but the final episode of season four is one of the most unethical, unpleasant episodes of a true crime series I’ve ever listened to. The interview section is self-aggrandising and tasteless and the detailed, explicit...”Read full review »
L_R16 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/16/24
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