“Well, I have generally liked Mike Pesca on NPR and other Slate podcasts. He has an interesting point of view, is usually funny, and is always insightful.
On the first episode of The Gist, he is in good form, though still working out what his new show is like.
But then, in his discussion on the recent Supreme Court case regarding prayer in Greece, NY, he makes these mocking comments towards the Wiccan religion. Come now, Mike--why take pot-shots at a minority religion?
Why be mean?
If that is what you do while solo, I'll have to pass on your podcast.”Read full review »
The Word Warlock via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/09/14
“I was skeptical. Love Mike (can I call you Mike?) on Hang Up and Listen. But could he carry a podcast solo? Yes he can. It is funny, it is informative and he is a great interviewer. I do find it funny that the top hit when searching The Gist is a Christian podcast, followed by this one. ...”Read full review »
1998isbest via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/15/14
“There are a lot of podcasts. There are a lot of good podcasts. I listen to a lot of good podcasts. This is a good podcast, but it's hard for me to find 25 minutes a day of podcasting time that isn't already accounted for. Getting a backlog of a current events podcast is lamer than...”Read full review »
Chabenja via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/14
“I honestly wasn’t a huge Mike Pesca fan before this, although I subscribe to Hang Up and Listen, but this is a really entertaining news-y podcast. Pesca is quick-witted and thoughtful. He always has a fun mix of stories that cover the range from serious to thoughtful to light-hearted, and I love...”Read full review »
Chris Farrell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/22/14
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