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“Wow! This was by far the best series I’ve heard in a while, I couldn’t stop listening!! I need more! Highly recommend, so good!”
Tea nikol via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/24
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“Binge listened to this.Can’t wait for future episodes.”
killarneylass via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/01/24
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“One can only imagine… the pain/suffering, heartache and mental fortitude it takes to endure what she did. This podcast has piqued my interest and I am looking forward to additional episodes!!”
Jordenne_G via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/30/24
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“The interviewer is distractingly sanctimonious. Her story is compelling but the production, the music and the interviewer make this content unlistenable.
Such a shame.”
O'Treasaigh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/24
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“Could not stop listening, phenomenal job can not wait until volume two.”
3layz$H3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/24
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“I’m obsessed….. a must listen to!”
Game informer2541 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/24
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“I listen to dozens and dozens of true crime Podcasts and have never come across one like this.
This topic and Aleah are so intriguing.
I loved the series “The Americans” but had no clue it was so fact based.
Pretty scary really. Thank you for this Podcast.”
Jill Zie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/24
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“Very impressed with all of the background research and learning you did to prepare to interview her with respect and care. And equally impressed with your willingness to be openminded to everything she brought (and did not bring) to the table. Powerful.”
Ally31713 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/24
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“While at first I was turned off by elements that seemed to be peddling sensationalistic misogynistic tropes of idiot origin, it soon develops into a respectful and psychologically-informed exploration of a harmed human being and how she passed on that harm to others.”
ZoeGreenberg via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/25/24
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“What a joke. This guys days as a journalist are numbered with kind of diarrhea in his portfolio.”
ProsecutorsWillBeViolated via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/24/24
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“I could not stop listening!!”
Maytte loves to read via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/24/24
“I can not wait to hear the ready of her story”
eycastsz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/24
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“I’ve been sucked in since I started. Only giving 4 stars because I’ve finished and now have to wait until June to get the rest of the story!”
SueEllaFergie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/24
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“I loved Neil’s “To live and die in LA” podcast which took me here. He’s such a talented storyteller and this was no exception 👏🏼 Looking forward to season 2.”
Nynne E via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
04/22/24
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“Couldn’t stop listening!! Can’t wait for June!!”
JacquelineByTheSea via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/24
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“The story is so good and so well told, but I don’t understand the reasoning behind the repetitive ads. I could even listen to one or two, but how they thought it would be a good idea to insert THE SAME ad three times in each and every episode???? What’s the marketing team thinking??? Well,...”Read full review »
luazevedo via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/18/24
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“What could have been really interesting and educational feels voyeuristic and misogynistic with a hint of anti-Soviet / anti-Russian propaganda. Honey traps exist and have for centuries. This podcast fails at the assignment of investigating the phenomenon and instead sensationalises it like a...”Read full review »
The Hapless Romantic via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/18/24
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“For giving this woman a platform to tell her story.”
From a Prosecutor via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/17/24
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“I am a fan of To Live and Die in LA, but this podcast was compelling and intriguing on a subject that is fascinating. It left me wanting to know more and eagerly awaiting season 2. Please keep up the excellent work. Hopefully, we will not have to wait very long.”
Rivers SLS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/24
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“I listened to Neil’s other pods and have enormous respect for him as a journalist. I don’t buy this story. Things are just not adding up. Including but not limited to…Russia has destroyed people who defected often times with complete disregard for innocent bystanders. And this lady has...”Read full review »
LJ N via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/24
“Sensitively and compassionately told. A truly mesmerizing, and gripping, first hand account of life as a Russian seduction agent.”
Pick Potter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/24
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“it sounds horrific the depths of depravity to which governments and organisations will
go to is total evil”
anniel54 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/15/24
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“Not sure why this podcast was commissioned.”
C C Mc Flowers via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/13/24
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“Other countries have adopted the Russian strategies; take a guess! Moral of the story: every person eventually becomes a sacrificial lamb.”
Jadeengoc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/24
“What a raw look into an extremely difficult topic. Hats off to the production, a truly invoking listen.”
dogmanbear via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/24
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“This series is excellent! Looking forward to June!”
Cavendish 2020 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/12/24
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“I have listened to episodes 1-8 of To Die For and I will not be returning for volume two. It is difficult for me to hear Aliia as a sympathetic voice. I also find it impossible to believe that a sheltered girl from a Muslim family became a seductress in less than 12 months and was able to...”Read full review »
t_pats via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/10/24
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“Facts of usa agencies “doing” and or using data produced from fake romantic relationship was mentioned and humorously denied -episode one lolol
but w the archipelago book poignantly mentioned
With those it, I couldn’t shake the feeling of it being like state department adjacent statecraft...”Read full review »
new podcast consumer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/10/24
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“I’m sorry but there’s way too much time given to how the subject is sexually abused. The first three episodes left me cold and I gave up. It would have been better balanced if the initial episodes gave more context in terms of what happened in her future, rather than in depth information about...”Read full review »
Ditsy Print via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/10/24
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“Just a Midwest SAHM podcast listener and all I can say it, enlightening, informative, great interviewing .. Dateline is my favorite but seems like nothing after listening to this 😅👏🏻🎬”
i❤️dateline via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/24
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“Absolute buffoon.”
CG in DC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/24
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“Great podcast, very informative and respectful of her story. Thanks for sharing. And very brave of her to share.”
mumstheword2000 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/09/24
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“Hands down one of the best podcasts I’ve ever come across. I am absolutely captivated by her story. The wait for volume two will be tortuous!”
Thedementedmom via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/07/24
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“Neil is so authentic and easy to listen to. Great work, can’t wait for volume II”
um, hey, get off my foot via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/06/24
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“Binged it and it is an interesting listen, but it is obviously a nice work of fiction. Like maybe some of those things happen to her, but the whole story doesn’t make sense, especially for someone like me who is coming from Russian family, and although living in Western Europe knows Russia...”Read full review »
alarmingalapaca via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/05/24
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“As I’m listening I’m also laughing. Making Russia out to be evil and again, the west as the perfect solution. But what they do in military training in general, is done globally across all militaries. This is no different. And sexpionage is a tactic used globally too. The Mossad has used it. The...”Read full review »
Dudette_9 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/24
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“I binged this entire podcast in one day. I’m pretty sure the one star reviews are coming from Russians.”
Foundations Farms via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/24
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“Thank you for sharing your story, heartbreaking but you are an incredible soul for finally telling the true!”
Ariinlondon via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/04/24
“I am obsessed with this podcast! I can’t stop listening to it. Neil Straus is so brilliant and I love everything he does.”
nolafrancois via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/24
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“Lord. I just looked at all of the social media pages. How did you get taken in by this complete fraud unless you had no other stories to tell? Where is the slightest amount of journalistic fact checking?”
greg2956 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/24
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“Is this story true?”
ReddEye81 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/02/24
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“This is a completely unique and captivating story. You’re initially lured into this romantic idea of what a seductress spy’s life would be like (especially if you look up pictures of Aliia Roza); then you hear the brutality and reality of her story and it’s heart breaking. Her love for her...”Read full review »
Peace love and Kris via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/02/24
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“I started listening with complete trust and open-mindedness because the story of Adea Shabani on To Live & Die in L.A. was one of the best podcasts I’ve ever heard. It set the bar really high. But, I don’t find Aliia Roza credible at all. The fact that I googled her and looked at her...”Read full review »
lkg20 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/24
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“Neil is an incredible weaver of story. He actively listens, organizes, scaffolds the gaps, refines, and a fullness emerges 🌟
The human condition is complicated and dark experiences exist. Discernment is a necessary personal practice for every individual in every encounter and the credibility of...”Read full review »
AngelM812 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/24
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“An amazing story! Appreciate the historical context, the sound design, the structure. Great listen!”
Ejsmurphy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/24
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“Best podcast I’ve listened too! My heart was breaking for her, a true example of abuse of power, torn innocence and becoming a product of your environment. Can’t wait for season 2!”
Uttlec1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/31/24
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“Kinda terrible I’d give it zero stars if I could. From to live and die which I’d give a 10 if could to this is like a fall off a cliff. I see why you made all the episodes available immediately instead of milking it out.”
MacMays1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/24
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“Loved this podcast!!”
Danielarianj via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/31/24
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“I recommend this podcast. Well done. Good quality. Interesting story. Best story I listened in a long time. My heart goes to the lady that is sharing her harrowing story. Can’t wait for the next season.”
Mteohare via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/24
“I discovered Neil when I binged “To Live & Die In LA” (a title that harkens me back to Tupac’s song by the same name). This latest podcast did not disappoint, and it was too easy to binge “To Die For”. While I got my hair & lashes done, then got my grocery shopping done, I finished this...”Read full review »
RachGol via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/24
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