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“Well-researched, produced, and edited. I’m hoping for another season. The material is exceptional, and Ben Mankeniewicz is the most professional host.”
MaryE Z via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/09/24
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“Love the podcast but when does the 5th season debut?”
KarlNapa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/28/23
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“But I’m not getting any younger. Please bring new seasons out quicker.”
eatsleepswim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/18/23
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“The Plot Thickens is my favorite podcast. I’m having withdrawals. The way you lay out each person and the pacing makes for a fascinating storytelling journey. I hope season 5 will come out soon!”
kelbel90505! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/06/23
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“Thank you for giving this amazing actor and inspiring woman this season!! Loved Pam forever but hearing her insights is a true gift. I hope her days are lovely—-she put a lot of beauty and brilliance in the world.”
Mackypooh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/07/23
“great pod, love film and these interviews but the pacing is awfully slow. too many breaks and they are not for ads but to remind us to goto the website for this podcast?!? it would be like a telephone operator interrupting the call to point you to a yellow-pages phone book. maybe tcm...”Read full review »
emaildaniels via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/23
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“I have listened to all the seasons and loved them all. I have had different levels of knowledge regarding the subjects of the four different seasons. I have learned something from each season.”
Telorth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/12/23
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“Thanks again TCM! I devour all the wonderful content they provide. I have to say I agree with Quentin Tarantino “All Hail Queen Pam Grier”. I can’t tell you what joy it brought me to hear this beautiful soul greet Ben In her barn with music playing after all she has been through. Thank you...”Read full review »
ChristinaBigHeart via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/12/23
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“This podcast was informative and entertaining. I enjoyed it so much that I bought Julie Salamon’s book The Devil’s Candy. Julie did a great job hosting the podcast. Well done!”
Monrad Touhy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/23
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“On my other regular podcasts when a new episode is loaded the new entry is clearly marked “Today”. When the Plot Thickens drops into my library with a new episode and I click on it I can never tell where the new entry is. Can this be fixed?
Thx”
kyrxvydgj via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/23
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“Pam Grier did it all back in the late 60’s and early 70’s. A terrific actress - reference “Jackie Brown”, among others. But man those Coffi and Foxy Brown are incredibly dated and basically pretty much terrible films. Sorry Ben, but what were thinking..”
Dnussbaum via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/27/23
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“I never really dug Lucille Ball (I’m aware of the amazingthings she has done) but these podcasts really made me appreciate her much more. Really interesting.”
Mikeypoppins via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/23
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“I have listened to all of the seasons since the beginning and I thoroughly enjoyed all of them. The Pam Grier season has been my favorite so far. I love the interviews and the background information given in all of the seasons. Keep up the good work and I am looking forward to the next season.”
Fabian's Wife via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/23
“What’s next?”
goldie1041 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/23
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“Loved hearing about Pam Grier and her fascinating career”
shock_er via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/16/23
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“While I’ve listened to all seasons of The Plot Thickens, I didn’t have as much initial interest in the Pam Grier story.
So it took me a few months to get to this one. My apologies.
Not only is this the best of The Plot Thickens but it’s by far my favorite podcast of all time.
1. Her journey...”Read full review »
Big Vic 1969 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/14/23
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“Thank you for airing this icon, Pam Greer. I always wanted to know what happened to her. Interesting life.”
MzK Hair via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/23
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“I’ve always liked Pam Grier…..now I love Pam Grier! I pray my 2 teenage daughters end up as courageous and genuine as Pam. Well done Ben…”
%}*%*+ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/23
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“Heard about the podcast on TikTok like some of the other comments I’ve read, and boy was it worth the listen!! You guys gained a new listener with this one. Just finished this season and think I’ll head on over to the previous ones. Keep up the good work!!”
Kikibeat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/11/23
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“Heard about this podcast on tik tok -and the young lady said -you guys have to listen to Pam Grier -season 4….she was not wrong -was a great listen.”
Pooch1979! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/07/23
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“Fabulous interview with a fabulous actress. What an interesting life & career. More people need to know Pam Grier and her work. Hopefully this podcast does just that!”
cocolinden via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/23
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“This pod about Pam Grier, and the history of blaxploitation is unturnoffable - compelling and entertaining.”
The Screenwriting Life via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/22/22
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“The Pam season is the best! Ben also very good. One thing. Chill on the bonus episodes. Of course I’ll listen but editors are artists. Trust your artists. Less is often more.”
80'sVillager via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/22
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“Her strength shines through in every episode , that narrates an interesting life and interactions with celebrities , who at the time were just hanging around. Love her humility and steadfastness in narrating often painful memories .”
ajcuckie19 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/17/22
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“Love these shows! Top notch!”
kentablos via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/14/22
“This show is a podcasting gold standard on every level: fascinating subject, prestige media-level production, digestibly-sized episodes, a host who understands the job, and shockingly few/brief advertisements. Pam Grier‘s has lived an extraordinary life and has extraordinary stories to share...”Read full review »
DJ Santa Claus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/13/22
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“This is the best podcast about movies (and TV in the case of Lucy). Main reason is that there are many episodes on the same topic, which results in fewer podcasts overall, but increases the quality tremendously.”
chazm3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/13/22
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“This is an amazing, surprising wonder of storytelling about an inspiring, talented woman.”
tanyamara via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/12/22
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“I love the movies, and am old enough to be in TCM’s wheelhouse. I wish I didn’t like this so much, but they have done a great job with Lucy, and particularly with the under-appreciated Pam Grier. Can’t wait for the next one.”
dbev79 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/12/22
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“Pam Grier is a force. I have loved her since I was a little boy in the 70s.
This is my favorite season of The Plot Thickens. As always, Ben Mankiewicz and the TCM team do a phenomenal job.”
jdlsf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/11/22
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“I was lucky enough to work with Miss Pam Grier. She's a total dedicated professional.
Plus, she's a lovely person.
Bravo”Read full review »
brkona via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/10/22
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“I could lie and say this season made me fall in love with Pam Grier but in reality, I never stopped.”
TVExpert via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/08/22
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“What a life Pam Grier has led! Not just her movie life, but her personal life as well. From becoming the first female action star, to having a relationship with the world’s most famous basketball star and the world’s most famous comedian. What a fascinating life. Her life is a movie in...”Read full review »
DrMacenstein via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/22
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“What a delightful podcast! I loved learning more about Pam Grier.”
Alinator7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/22
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“Pam Grier is amazing how she never forgot her upbringing her morals is one of sleaziest era in Hollywood. She has my undying respect and admiration.”
leland via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/22
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“From small town girl, to acting with the likes of Paul Newman, to dating Richard Pryor and Freddie Prinze, this story is a must listen to and an amazing revelation in her personal life and professional career. Keep these awesome stories coming please!”
Schiffee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/22
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“Amazing life story and told so well through this podcast. I fell in love with Pam in 1997 after seeing Jackie Brown and then followed her career backwards and forwards. There is so much to learn in this podcast. The Plot Thickens does it again. Well done.”
JohnnyBlaze112 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/22
“Terrific !!!! I loved hearing Pam Grier telling her stories of her life and how she took chances to change her life. Fearless woman with great humanity and super intelligent.
Show is produced very well and has a smooth, deliberate rhythm which is a pleasure.
Ben is great, as always, as are the...”Read full review »
Tomasarana via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/22
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“I’ve enjoyed most of the previous seasons, but this one is outstanding. The idea to include her in the series was brilliant. A story that needed to be told. Ben’s interview style was easy enough so that you can hear Ms. Grier’s comfort level growing. She is sharing some of her most intimate...”Read full review »
Treasgal via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/28/22
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“I love Grier’s story. It’s well produced. Love the sound. Great podcast!
I just don’t get the commercial…what’s he peddling? Movies on CDs? Sounds like something from the mid 90s. 🤣”
AK Ajijic via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/22
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“This is my favorite podcast of all time! So interesting and perfectly edited. I was engaged the entire time for all three stories, but really loved the Lucy episodes. It’s hard to wait for the new one each week! Whoo hoooo Pam Grier!!!! My only complaint is the episodes are far too short! I wish...”Read full review »
Here for the chuckles via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/22
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“Can’t wait for season 4! All Pam Grier! Amazing!”
lowefidelity via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/22
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“I really enjoyed the bonus episode with Lucy Arnez- I liked her honest and funny responses to Ben’s questions. It was nice to hear her give her dad credit not just her mom- they really were a team.
I always like listening to Ben.”
BellaR02 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/22
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“Just finished re-listening to this podcast. So captivating! As a lifelong Lucy fan, this is one of the best explorations of Lucy’s life and legacy.”
sophsm! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/22
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“I have listened to seasons one and three. (I have not yet seen The Bonfire of the Vanities and so have not listened to that season.)
Ben tells great stories and interviews fascinating people. Every episode is fantastic.”
pwolchak via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/15/22
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“I’ve been a Lucy fan since I was a kid so this was an automatic listen! It was so informative, charming, nostalgic and all together cool!”
JessCag30 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/22
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“My goodness this season was so well constructed and articulated!! I shed a number of tears learning so much about a couple I thought I knew (and loved) so well. I haven’t listened to the other seasons, but if you are a fan of Lucy and Desi and want to know more about what they built together...”Read full review »
Roddy_! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/20/22
“Really enjoying these podcasts, which are well produced and informative. However, the host insists on inserting his annoying and unwanted political opinions from time to time. If you can put up with that you will like the series.”
Kasper NV via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
06/13/22
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