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“If you know this story already, you already know the twists in the heartbreaking tale of Jar Jar Binks’ actor Ahmed Best.
What makes the podcast more worthwhile is the framing of Best as ‘the internet’s first main character’, and uncovering the familiar patterns that we see online today that...”Read full review »
Mat Everywhere via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/25/24
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“Thanks for doing this Dylan. I had fun listening to this cast.
I lost a family member last week. It’s been interesting for me to see how different people dealt with the loss of this wonderful man. I disagree, jar jar was a very real character as silly as he is. Real people are unbelievable at...”Read full review »
kesatalo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/24
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“Overly precious and contemplative and in need of some editing. Good interviews with Best and others. Could have been condensed to a This American Life segment”
melondonkey via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/24
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“Of the theory that Jar-Jar is actually the ultimate Sith Lord? And his antics are a way to disarm his marks? They think he's a harmless, clumsy idiot, and allow him close, which is when he uses his sith mind control.”Read full review »
goodvsevil via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“This was a really well done podcast! I always loved Jar Jar. Thank you for telling the story.”
Me time plants via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/24
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“Jar Jar is my 9 year old son’s favorite character, he thinks he’s hilarious!”
jlinnski via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/24
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“This was absolutely captivating. I knew some of the history about the actor who played Jar Jar, but did not know the extent of it. As a millennial Star Wars fan, the prequels were a big deal for me, and as stated in the show, George Lucas made Jar Jar for the kids (like me). The evolution of that...”Read full review »
discoclams89 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/27/23
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“I started this because I am a Star Wars fan but consumed it in two days because I am an even bigger fan of people who overcome overwhelming challenges. This was a story told with intelligence and compassion. I recommend it to everyone.”
minnyc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/23/23
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“Ian under the impression that everybody wants to make a podcast and to emphasize nothing for a lot. Simple pleasures a re the best! Keep it short, meaningful and we’ll all thrive!”
Podstropkrop via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/18/23
“Learning more about Ahmed Best and what he was forced to endure in the wake of the Jar Jar Binks early internet vitriol is beautifully told. I really enjoyed the podcast, and the humanity it gave to the people involved. The only complaint I have is the refusal on the part of the host to admit...”Read full review »
Suds707 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/23
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“Thank you for sharing the story of Ahmed Best. I am so moved by the loving way you treated everyone you interviewed for this podcast. I want to see this as a play on Broadway. You are on to something here. Kindness and thoughtfulness can be propagated and taught as much as any hate and vitriol...”Read full review »
Person what will not be named via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/06/23
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“To start things off, I liked Dylan’s “People That Hate Me” podcast and l GET IT.
However, I don’t necessarily agree with the premise “If someone is offended, something offensive was done.”
Some people can be hypersensitive, and can read their own agenda onto a blank page. Isn’t that what a...”Read full review »
Different_Drummer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/23
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“It contains multitudes. They go into so many more subjects and talk to do many more people than I expected. It really really touched me and helped me see a huge piece of my cultural past with new and thoughtful light.
Thank you. I am sorry and thank you.”
driven2review via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/23
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“As someone who enjoys Star Wars and cringes at the internet community’s broad and quick judgements of art, this has been such a valuable deep dive. Thank you for making it!”
Penumbra Fan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/13/23
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“I have never seen Star Wars (now I want to) but I absolutely love this story about the internet.”
mspassell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/29/23
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“The topic is interesting, but like a lot of podcasts these days, the writing is drawn out and tedious at times. A tighter edit would make it much better.”
catradish via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/27/23
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“Bravo and thank you, Ahmed and Dylan. I was sucked in from Dylan's NPR's interview, have binge listened to the first 3 episodes and recommended to friends, family and colleagues in the podcasting industry.”Read full review »
AetherBee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/23
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“I enjoyed listening to every moment of this podcast. I have been sharing with friends, family and strangers at the airport.”
BKH_ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/18/23
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“I’m so glad this exists. Justice for Ahmed Best ❤️”
carla2692 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/23
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“Oh my god I love this actor so much now that I get to hear his vibe and how it all went down. I wasn't ever a Jar Jar hater but I had friends who were for sure. I was a kid though and as he says, the kids will love it. Fantastic pdcast.”Read full review »
J. Oatmon via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/10/23
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“Should be free”
Patrickzumba via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/07/23
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“One star, subscriber only”
Thanos Fan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/23
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“Dylan Marron is an incredible host and I will listen to anything he makes! This podcast is fantastic”
duffelupagus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/23
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