Slow. Drawn out. Repetitive. And all the more brilliant for it.
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“What is phenomenal here is not the access to the trial (though that is to be commended), but the scale and the depth of the storytelling. This podcast takes us through every detail of the trial. It grows slowly over multiple episodes. It helps us not just understand the trial process but feel it too. We hear and respect what it takes for the British justice system to determine whether one person took the life of another. The outcome seems certain. But getting there is a long and fragile process. It’s something only a podcast could do.
Isla Traquair - who must surely have been tempted to give more of a running commentary - takes the brilliant decision to keep out of the way and let the lawyers and witnesses speak for themselves, only guiding us through with a light touch. It therefore feels wholly objective. (I would also recommend people listen to Robert Murphy’s excellent interview with Isla on Behind The Crimes.)”
: George Kay via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/18/24
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“Gripping storyline accompanied by excellent production. Well done Isla. Already looking forward to the next episode!
Would love to see more of the UK’s high profile crimes covered if possible please!”
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Great Britain ·
11/11/19
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“Don’t usually listen to true crime pods but I was tempted by the Scottish premise. The narrator/journalist handles the tough content very tactfully and it doesn’t become sensationalised or crass. Interviews are very moving and expert/police comments informative.
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11/06/19
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“The way in which Isla discusses the case sets her apart from all the other true crime podcasts around, who often tend to sensationalise the cases. The class And objectivity is admirable. I listen to this podcast on my commute every morning and I get excited to get up and out knowing I’ve got it...”Read full review »
evier111 via Apple Podcasts ·
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11/29/19
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