Reviews
“In it’s breadth and humanity, historical scope and emotional impact, it’s a beautifully done, rigorously researched and well-crafted piece that I’m surprised I hadn’t heard of. Definitely give it a listen.”
akmwv via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/24
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“Excellent storytelling, compelling material!”
Graaaaaceeeee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/24
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“Beautifully written and narrated. A solid 5/5!”
BlameShame via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/08/24
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“Love this story, thank you for creating this.”
La10go9cta via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/24
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“Listening to Wilhelmina, Stephanie and Katherine’s stories helped me get closer to coming to terms with my s
personal journey. I’m a male, former classical ballet dancer from a major NYC company and I too have experienced some of the issues discussed, though from a different POV. Thank you for...”Read full review »
rufus_red via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/29/24
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“Well researched & great delivery on both seasons. Really enjoyed the ballet & the viewpoints for making dance more inclusive.”
Tippy55coden via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/16/23
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“You achieved that difficult balance of analysis, in depth and painful reporting, dissection and humanity in telling this story.
BRAVA for the sincerity and the emotional and practical conclusions.”
Maral from Anjar via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/26/23
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“Love both seasons of The Turning. Erika is such a good writer and storyteller. Plus, she always includes many perspectives. The only bad part is that there are a lot of annoying, repetitive commercials but I’ve been skipping through them.”
Katyb113 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/23
“The host and production team do an excellent job.”
amy_d via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/07/23
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“This was an engaging listening!”
RósaSturlu via Apple Podcasts ·
Iceland ·
08/03/23
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“I would give the first season 5 stars. Incredible look inside Mother Theresa’s world. They talked to many different people to get a variety of perspectives but they’re all part of that world. Really fascinating, and so different from how most of us see her and her world.
The second season looks...”Read full review »
VeganMe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/23
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“As someone who danced ballet as a girl and has loved it ever since, I was riveted by season 2. Fascinating, thought-provoking, and just as nuanced as season 1. I wasn’t prepared for this but episode 6 made me cry, it brought back so many feelings and memories. Thank you.”
AmySib via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/27/23
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“This is such a beautifully captured telling. You hear about ballet and the culture from all angles which I really appreciated. It has just really stuck with me. Thank you so much for your wonderful and deep work.”
okaysmgishere via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/23
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“Learning about Mother Theresa and the former sisters’ stories was fascinating. As a non-Catholic, I had no particular preconceptions, except I was vaguely aware of some of the darker aspects of her ministry. Yet this podcast is nuanced—the interviewer’s questions were thoughtful and allowed the...”Read full review »
josie729 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/23
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“… but Season 2 (Balanchine) after fascinating introductory episodes seemed to become increasingly overwhelmed by wokey/PC concerns (Balanchine was racist and bad, he wasn’t a great artist because elitism is bad, beauty and skill is elitist and bad, etc.) and became nearly unlistenable to me...”Read full review »
Ruth in CA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/18/23
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“As an ex-Catholic reckoning with problematic Catholic beliefs and figures, Season 1 of this podcast had me hooked and enthralled. I thought there was no way I’d enjoy Season 2 as much, having no background in or knowledge of ballet, but boy was I wrong. Both seasons—amazingly researched and...”Read full review »
g00dn3$$r3d3f!n3d via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/09/23
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“Excellent research presented beautifully. Analytical, soulful and hopeful. Well done, all!!”
Cheetahbud159 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/30/23
“The insights into Balanchine’s approach and treatment of dancers was fascinating, as were the episodes on Peter Martens and the black dancers who led the way in having the ballet world recognise their ability to contribute.
But the “gendered dance blah blah blah” episode - really, what was the...”Read full review »
LizAnne S via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/30/23
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“I’d say that the people who speak about Arthur Mitchell have drunk the koolaid. Don’t be fooled, he was as abusive as any of the others.”
JAF227 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/30/23
“I LOVED this podcast. To hear participants in the NYC Ballet world speak about growing up in the world was really eye opening. My exposure to ballet was via tv and the celebrity figures of Nureyev and Fonteyn and later Baryshnikov. Obviously limited, but ballet was still enticing. I also read...”Read full review »
SageandSorrel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/23
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“This was eye opening and yet very beautiful. You can feel the emotions!”
FrenchKyoWildCat via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/08/23
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“Season 2 was nuanced and intelligent, compassionate and illuminating. The ballet world beyond Balanchine might have been important to bring in at times though. For example, how did Frederick Ashton train and coach and treat his dancers, by comparison with Mr B? Also odd to never mention Jerome...”Read full review »
pearlgirl55 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/23
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“Thank you for delving into the complex story of mother Teresa. I have always found her to be a problematic figure and wanted to know more. After reading Christopher Hitchens’ book, God Is Not Great, I was fascinated by his views of her but was not keen on his tone. You have broadened the...”Read full review »
cubanita#1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/23
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“Actually really enjoying the content but just a lot of commercials so I’m giving up at episode 2.”
Mare-izona via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/23
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“Unique documentaries”
RKCS6841 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/23
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“I never particularly cared about ballet, but this is fascinating and beautifully told. I loved season 1 and will listen to any future season of this show.”
Raqswell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/23
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“Bravo! This podcast is helping me to see more clearly. Don’t stop!! Please keep peering below the surface to help us see the cost of maintaining these patriarchal systems. Thank you!!!”
joie555 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/02/23
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“As a woman who grew up Catholic, attended Catholic school, and considered becoming a nun myself, this podcast is so eye-opening in both good and bad ways. I’m very grateful for everyone who shared their stories and very personal experiences. I’m so thankful to hear it all. Thank you for bringing...”Read full review »
LaRoseBella via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/23
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“I really appreciated the care with which Erika takes in describing the relationship between ballet and the patriarchal culture. She obviously loves ballet and also sees the down side of it.
Thank you for this beautiful show.”
Mama Z kids via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/23
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“Just finished the final episode in tears. WOW. Season one was also moving and fascinating, but Room of Mirrors is next level.
The simmering, beautiful, looming string music is so evocative from the start. I cannot stress enough how much of a MOOD this podcast creates when you listen. On top of...”Read full review »
little'filly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/23
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“From a person who grew up in a ballet studio and LOVED to dance, but was never good/skinny enough to become professional, this podcast is kinda blowing my mind. I’ve already sent it to all my childhood ballet friends. If you have a ballet history, this is truly a must listen.”
DLJSea via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/24/23
“Absolutely worth a listen, especially if you’re a fan of ballet. Can’t say enough good things about this podcast!”
IMOEGLEN via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/23/23
“I listened to the first season when it came out and got completely pulled in by the story. Excellent interviews, well thought out structure and interesting and important discussions and questions. I was very doubtful about this second season. It felt like the first one was so monumental and such...”Read full review »
S1a1g1a via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
03/22/23
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“Season 1 was so perfect I was delighted that a new season was released”
Guillermorss via Apple Podcasts ·
Mexico ·
03/22/23
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“because I can’t stop listening to this totally engrossing pod. Exceptionally well done.”
PW from GR via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/16/23
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“I have no words - well, almost. What an absolutely glorious series. Every episode brought joy and deep thought. A thing of beauty. Thank you.”
mauxiadora via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/15/23
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“As a retired ballet dancer season 2 is everything! It’s been many years since I retired, but this brings me right back to the studio, rehearsals, casting, fittings, the drama and the stage. Tears of joy, pain, exhaustion, and feeling free when I finally recover from my past. Very well done...”Read full review »
lewismama2017 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/23
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“An insight into an interesting world, sensitively told.”
RizPix via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/05/23
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“Superb podcast ! Episode 6 was so touching. I thought the first season was one of the best podcasts and this season is also excellent !”
nat matti via Apple Podcasts ·
Mexico ·
03/03/23
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“I loved listening to season 1 while the episodes piled up to binge for season 2. The production and storytelling is really impressive and I can’t wait for more from this group.”
GregAbelDesign via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/28/23
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“Very well done! So interesting, and great interviews, never a dull moment!”
NellyYes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/26/23
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“A peek into insular worlds. An entering—and at times, popping—of the bubble. Fascinating, raw story telling in a well polished and well-recorded format. Discovered in season 2 and can’t stop listening.”
Geumpyhistory via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/23
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“after hearing a snippet on a local radio station this podcast caught my attention. As an ex ballerina some would not bother with something like this. For me it was the opposite! A great listen from start to finish.”
hopier via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/23
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“Two seasons in and The Turning has become a gold standard. Beautifully written and produced.”
yzfreedman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/20/23
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“Not quite as interesting as the Mother Teresa story, and really marred by the numerous and repetitive commercials. It made me stop listening.”
flavoter via Apple Podcasts ·
Hong Kong ·
02/09/23
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“Well told, and the narrator does a great job of guiding the story while not getting in the way of it. The interviewees are incredibly captivating! Can’t wait for the next episode!”
sleep story via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/23
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“Amazing storytelling accompanied by the worst, most jarring ad breaks possible.”
Late monster via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/23
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“Great story telling!”
mergatica via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/23
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“Just finished Season 1 and was captivated. I found here so much thinking fuel about spirituality, faith, beliefs and programming of the mind. Beautiful reporting, full of nuances, thank you!!!”
haapy c'ient via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/03/23
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