“I’ve never written a podcast review before but felt compelled after seeing some of the negative reviews and having a decidedly different opinion. Yes, this show is terribly long and some facts are repeated; but if you’re listening, you would recognize that the reason for that is the concurrent developments in the case itself. This is not just a true crime story-telling podcast (though I enjoy those a lot, too), this is investigative journalism. Thomas *must* repeat facts and add content to his episodes in order to incorporate the new information and developments that arise between each episode publication. There’s simply no way around the duration without having all materials laid out to organize at the outset of recording. I think Hedley Thomas did an incredible job at maintaining a coherent story given the wealth of new materials uncovered via his investigations. Now, as far as the actual content goes, Im FUMING! I do wish more attention was given to the fact that Chris targeted Joann for her vulnerability. While I certainly don’t agree with all of her decisions, I must say that it’s difficult for me to believe that she had enough “know-better” about Chris and his actions to be held responsible for her actions/words or lack thereof with regard to his involvement in Lynn’s disappearance. She was not only very young, but she was also traumatized in her home and again by Chris’s very pursuit of her even BEFORE their relationship began. Science has proven time and time again that the traumatized brain, especially when the damage is done at a young age, does not function the way that a non-traumatized brain does. He could truly do no wrong in her eyes and it would not surprise me if she involuntarily blocked out any thoughts to the contrary until it became a matter of her own survival. Also, Marilyn Dawson is a very fishy character in all of this. Ok that’s all for my rant today”
acebyhdswr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/22