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“Listened to the first episode. Nothing to do with the Black Dahlia. Interesting, but not interesting enough to keep me around. I mistakenly thought this was going to be about Elizabeth Short. It’s not. It’s about every other person in the state of California. County of Los Angeles. There are way...”Read full review »
The OnionEaters via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/24
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“After seeing Rolling Stone’s Best of All Time List, here I am. It is riveting: generational traumas had descended from an evil murder suspect, Hollywood’s Dr. George Hodel. He appears to have been celebrated in certain Hollywood Circles. Episode 5 shocked my brain so thoroughly that I think I...”Read full review »
huenew via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/24
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“If you are looking for a crime podcast, look no further. This is the one for you.
It covers past, present with a strong unity and bond of the Hodel family that makes this podcast unforgettable.”
AstiPat via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/27/24
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“Writing this as I cry through ugly tears while listening to the last episode of this. These people were touched by such horror, such trauma, and immense chaos throughout their lives and to listen to them discuss that, in addition to the ominous aspect of a true crime story. This is most certainly...”Read full review »
telullah1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/07/24
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“This is just the most incredible thing I have ever heard. This evil man wreaked havoc on his own family and countless others. I wonder what he got away with in Japan and the Philippines when he lived there for all those years. Steve Hodel has left no stone unturned except the one the LAPD...”Read full review »
Nevmevnevnev via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/27/24
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“I was obsessed with the black dahlia story as a kid and have always found myself wondering about it and if more would ever be uncovered. I am so glad I stubbled upon this podcast. And just want to say that all of Hodel Family that was a part of this podcast and uncovering the truth is so strong...”Read full review »
chris michele via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/12/24
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“Brilliant, in depth podcast. I was hooked every episode. Incredibly brave of the family to come together and tell this story.”
Kiia Laine via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
01/20/24
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“Incredible podcast and so much well done work, interviews, and investigation. If there is ever a follow up, is there any info. on George’s home life (that possibly helped make him a monster)? Other than he didn’t like his mom and was forced to play piano? Excellent work on this series!”
Pama Lama Ding Dong via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/24
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“This pod highlights info that I hadn’t heard previously. It’s very good!!!”
Hollyhoo1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/23
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“Compelling from start to finish and the last episode is a gut bunch to the feels. I never thought I’d be so invested in this family and I just hope the best for them.”
JuliJules91 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/23
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“I couldn’t make it through all the episodes. There are so many contradictions and everything recounted is so extreme. I just do not believe much that this family says. I think it is terrible that this family has exploiting Elizabeth Short and her living family members for two decades. What a...”Read full review »
Delaine25 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/22/23
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“I binged this podcast in one day. It was very interesting and I liked learning more about the Hodel family. It is truly remarkable that any of them survived and were able to make their lives successful.”
LA51KC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/16/23
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“The cheesy tones and sound effects clash with the commentary and does not create interest or atmosphere. It’s unlistenable, poor sound production. Hard pass.”
JennaLowe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/23
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“A uniquely intimate perspective on a very public and famous case. A deep dive into an incredibly compelling and tragic story only this family can tell, and thankfully they did. They deserve an immense amount of credit and respect, not only for surviving the horrors most of them had to endure and...”Read full review »
sfimo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/23
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“This is THE best Podcast I have listened to. It is so well told and easy on the ears. It pulls you in and keeps your interest held as each layer of the story is undone!”
DementedAngela via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/23
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“First and foremost I want to say that the strength and courage that it took for this family to tell their story is incredibly admirable!
With that said, Root of Evil is a horrific tale full of tragic and grotesque moments told in a way that didn’t spare any details. But it HAD to be told that...”Read full review »
CoachThePuppy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/23
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“Such an interesting Gothic tale. Thoroughly enjoyed”
nonamelanelighthouse via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/25/23
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“Such a captivating and horrific family story. This is one that could not even be written by Steven King; one you will never forget. Thank you to the family for coming together to share this story. I’m sure this will help many other people that have been through similar situations and I’m so glad...”Read full review »
VestaNicole via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/23
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“So we’ll done. Best podcast I’ve heard in a while.”
JG_cookin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/15/23
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“Horrific story about murder but also about the strength of family bonds.”
Bellahonduras via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/12/23
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“I listen to true crime podcasts every night for nearly two years. I’ve listen to hundreds of shows. I love this show. It’s a perfect mix of emotional interviews and thoughtful narration The life this family lives is insane. Insane. Shook.”
Ashes Ashes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/31/23
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“Holy cow. I have listens to so many true crime podcasts. And while I love and have favorites, this one is amazing. The strength of this family. Incredible. I can’t believe it all and yet it all rings true. It Has the evidence, and the sincerity and pain you can hear in the voices of the...”Read full review »
Pepsodiny via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/23
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“This might be my first written review, and I’m pretty much exhausted most true crime, investigative series, but if you are a fan of true crime, this is a must listen! So twisted, in so many ways, you could not make this story up!”
Wishing Mermaid via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/23
“I loved Steve’s Avenger books and this is a good follow-up. God only knows how deep this story goes, many details have no doubt died with those involved. All the chatter about adrenochrome lately makes me wonder if Elizabeth Short had been tortured and her blood used ritually. My heart goes out...”Read full review »
Anonomyssy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/24/23
“Bags and I don’t want them anymore I’m just not feeling well today so I’ll try again next time and let her do her work tomorrow if that’s what she’s thinking I think”
Bhilhg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/21/23
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“One of My favorite pod series of all Times. I couldn’t stop binge listening. Absolutely riveting.”
Trixie Cochise via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/16/23
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“Terrible story very suited for our times where the woke movement agenda is the trend of our day and pushed in the headlines and is forced upon the minds of the people on a daily basis through mainstream media outlets. Any opportunity to castigate white people and cause them to have white guilt...”Read full review »
tpjhkg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/01/23
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“This podcast is and the whole set of stories being peddled by the Hodel family are doing more harm than good for the case of Elizabeth Short. It makes me very sad that people seem so certain of what mostly equates to family folklore as concrete proof of the gruesome torture and murder of...”Read full review »
CandyReneeS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/10/23
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“I can’t tell you how grateful I am to hear your truth. Your brave individuals and shave each other. Thank you for sharing your story . My heart is with with you all for bravery, for truth and changing your lives♥️”
Denisemsc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/24/23
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“This is probably my favorite true crime podcast of all time. Great listen. Masterfully done.”
calene22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/23
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“Root of evil podcast is scripted misinformation, hypocrisy and Hodel family perpetuated falsehoods involving Fauna, the great story-teller (and court proven pathological liar)Tamar, George Hodel, the Hodel family torchbearers and the Black Dahlia. It involves self-imposed victimization,...”Read full review »
EyesWindowsDoors1979 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/16/23
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“This is my ALL TIME favorite true crime podcast. This is the show that got me hooked for life, so very well told! I greatly appreciate the storytelling by the family, it makes it that much more bone chilling! This is always a great listen, regardless of how many times I’ve heard it!”
Tea nikol via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/23
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“This series started off okay but could have been 3 episodes, not 8. Storytelling is so long and overly drawn out I can’t even make it to the end.”
Hoosjenk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/23
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“This is a truly fascinating and extraordinarily well constructed podcast. It was a joy to listen to, an odd thing to say about a crime podcast. If you listen, you will understand. The production value is top notice. Highly recommended.”
emaleigh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/23
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“Great podcast, love in this day and age that light can be shed on forgotten 90plus year old crimes, crimes that people think they got away with. I hope that the police who let this happen lost many night sleeping with the guilt. As for George I don’t think he was capable of guilt, I just hope...”Read full review »
penmc36 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/15/23
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“This podcast is so good it’s put me in a podcast funk because I can’t find anything as compelling. I feel like I’m chasing a high! Devastating and well done.”
ownrhtodowgwvr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/28/23
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“Warning… it’s heavy but soooo good.”
kaedgarr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/27/23
“I listened to this when it first came out (a few. years ago now surely) and I still unfortunately think about it from time to time to this day. Horrifying and very very very dark but brilliant.”
Goldlion_x via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/20/23
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“Didn’t care for the show. Rich family and abuse ties to black Dalia? Plenty of poor families with abuse, maybe we should look at all those to”
Begelll via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/23
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“This is the best and yet most gruesome true crime podcast I’ve ever listened to. I was haunted by the story but couldn’t stop listening. The details of this podcast are so well thought out and interesting. Absolutely recommend but not for the faint of heart.”
sea.biscuit via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/17/22
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“Oh, I bet you have never heard this story before! Great podcast, had me hooked on this for days!”
Balcbar via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/14/22
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“My mother and I do a lot of traveling together and love a great podcast! When we picked this podcast, which I admit wasn’t what I expected. However, I couldn’t have listened to anything better. This podcast takes you on a journey and shows the process and their thoughts behind convicting George...”Read full review »
TrAcToRsXxx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/11/22
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“If your looking for a good podcast that gets to the point this is not one for you. It played the same story over and over and over and over. Never ever talked about the black dahlia. Respectfully, no one cares about your family when you name the podcast the true story about the black dahlia....”Read full review »
Podcast Review V7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/26/22
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“I am utterly gobsmacked by this production! I have always been curious about the Black Dahlia story but this was way more. The resolve of the sisters to go so personal and deep, it’s not just a story about the crime itself, and a great one at that, but how it affected the family. Their bravery...”Read full review »
Nado xpat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/20/22
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“Seriously might be the best podcast I’ve ever listened to . So moving and powerful . A serious reminder of how deeply generational trauma can affect all of us . I am blown away by the resiliency of this family !”
Bushwickgirl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/17/22
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“Love this podcast! I think that they tell scary stories really well because they bring the light to all of the stories. I am only 17 years old but this podcast is great for me because I don’t like scary things but the sisters don’t just talk about the scary stuff they talk about the good in...”Read full review »
Leilani age 10 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/15/22
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“This was my first true crime podcast and now my life will never be the same. They did a great job”
mollyk96 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/03/22
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“A mostly excellent podcast. An absolutely amazing look at the Black Dahlia murder, and George Hodel’s likely involvement. also incredibly interesting (and disturbing) to hear about George’s other heinous activities and his effect on the Hodel family. unfortunately the podcast gets off track when...”Read full review »
HodgesHodges84 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/01/22
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“This podcast was a LOT! I’m genuinely glad you all have each other to help work through the decades of trauma. My god. Be well.”
TonyaA6 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/21/22
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