It's a Great Idea, But.....
Of course, the series itself is great on PBS. Ken and Lyn offer up interesting, expansive comments. Essential stuff. Sadly, the host is saddled with an extremely affected, valley-girlish accent. It's so extreme that it's off-putting and makes the podcast almost impossible to get through. The affect rings of an all-too-earnest, smugness that is, apparently, becoming common. A shame really....Read full review »
JonATLGA via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/26/17
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I liked the content, and the brevity. It's nice to hear a little more background about the episodes. But, as many others have mentioned, the vocal fry and frequent up-speak of the host are really grating.Read full review »
Chris_of_co via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/29/17
Where I appreciate Ms Rosenberg's considerable interest in the subject matter and value her written journalistic contributions—I find her affected vocal style hugely distracting. I found the content and import of this series somewhat lacking as well—due perhaps in part to the short-form...Read full review »
mtflis via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/25/17
The content and commentary are very good. I'm watching the series and this is a good companion on my commute. However, the execution...if the host wishes to have a future in radio/podcasts she will need elocution lessons. Her comments and insights are generally good but it is difficult to...Read full review »
cph706 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/22/17
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