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“Full disclosure:
I am a HUGE fan of Phantom of The Paradise, and My Favourite Year, as well as her appearance in Tales From The Crypt, so temper my enthusiasm knowing I was a fan before listening.
That said, this is what storytelling and podcasts are meant to be. Funny, sad, heartwarming,...”Read full review »
Darren Boyle via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/19/22
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“This podcast is completely self-indulgent. I can’t believe that I wasted my time listening to the whole thing. The big “reveal” in the end was not earth-shattering like the listener is led to believe. This podcast might be interesting for the family, but it’s not that interesting for everyone else.”
Oopppl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/20
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“I really liked the home spun honestly; I also loved the music.”
Freddyapple via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/26/19
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“Perfectly done. I am enjoying your story, your telling of it and especially the writing. ❤️”
the modern medusa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/19
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“I don’t know why I didn’t just quit listening. It was such a waste of time! Some of the memories shared were poignant, but the focus of the father’s secret was a waste. You will guess the big secret by episode 2 or 3. She should have focused on her MOTHER! Her story & life was much...”Read full review »
Bellasmom214 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/19
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“Finally, a binge worthy, spellbinding true family story....WOW!”
Cedararbutus via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/11/19
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“I love the music !! It’s intoxicating
I love hearing your mom
How special to have her recorded
Mom do you want to do a Podcast?
I don’t even know what a Podcast is....
I love ‘The Pod’ i guess i only said that cause We’re doing a Podcast’
Loving this piece
Thank You”
Lucygoosey65 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/06/19
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“This was very odd. Strange telling of events that don't connect or are relevant to the big reveal they seem to be building up to. Very all over the place. The musical interludes are bizarre to say the least. I found odd tangents about losing virginity and drugs especially perplexing. The...”Read full review »
Sneezy913 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/19
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“Ugh! I love the story, but Jesus, the musical interludes are so cringey. Not only that but the music interrupts the story every 2 seconds. I subscribed to listen to the memoir not some out of tune original folk music.”
libster809 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/03/19
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“Short episodes that consistently say she’ll tell you more about that.....in a future episode. Frequently uses the same sound bytes in more than one place. All leading up to a “reveal” that is easily guessed in episode 1. Could have been one 20 minute story.
Good storytelling, albeit often corny.”
H9834 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/01/19
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“This was so weird, in a bad way. The songs stuck in the middle of the storytelling were nails on a chalk board. Be prepared to fast forward a lot. Better yet, skip it all together. Episode 10 had the dramatic (not) secret that really doesn’t not pertain to her dad but to her dad’s ancestors....”Read full review »
Sestras324B21 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/19
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“At the beginning I thought it was just like the average family. Then I realized that it is more complex and therefore more regarding to hear it.”
:''''v via Apple Podcasts ·
Ecuador ·
07/04/19
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“I’m on episode 5, and so far it’s just a lot of this & that about a family. No real story. She keeps mentioning how “abusive” her father was but never gives an example of the abuse. I’m having a hard time with this one.”
ISpankEm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/24/19
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“Dear Ms. Harper,
Your account of your family is such a delight to listen to. Allow me to express my sincere gratitude for your testimony and candor. I am enjoying this podcast immensely!
Best,
Chavonne”
Proud Binge Listener via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/19
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“Jessica Harper’s voice is beautiful. She has the humblebrag done to perfection. Her mother is the best part. She’s witty and clever.”
akaEvelyn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/05/19
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“It’s a nicely told family tale but there’s nothing extraordinary about it. I do believe, however, with all the weirdly placed children’s songs, that the true purpose of the podcast was to give exposure to her career as a singer-songwriter in the children’s music genre. I’ll give her credit that...”Read full review »
Max Salmeron via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/04/19
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“Well written and produced but lacked much of an plot arc. The “secret” wasn’t worth the hours it took to get there. The music was amusing.”
Svenn the Impaler via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/04/19
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“This is the charming tale of a large family in the 1950s and 60s. The stories are sometimes cute, sometimes disturbing, but always feel authentic. The telling is slower-paced than most pods, beautifully narrated and punctuated with songs, interviews and historical references.
Overall, this...”Read full review »
Jaie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/02/19
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“Enjoying the story but the music is just distracting. It would be better without it.”
avidlistenear via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/19
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“It’s a great podcast but I thought the “Big Reveal” of the big family secret left me shrugging my shoulders. That was it?! I mean , it’s horrible but very common for anyone who has family rooted in the south.”
mnmhutter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/19
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“This memoir could have been a mostly-fun nostalgia trip for Baby Boomers and fans of mid-century history. . . think A Christmas Story, fast-forwarded a bit, and for all seasons. I actually really enjoyed the heavy use of original music! It was very cute, and elevated the podcast above a simple...”Read full review »
Manekinecco via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/19
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“Really not good. Indulgent. Banal family stories. And the big reveal - not big. Her dad is less racist than his ancestors - same of every single person on the planet.”
Richardnormanwatson via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/26/19
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“This podcast is a testament to the power of independent podcasters telling meaningful stories. It is well written and wonderfully narrated. The storytelling highlights the complexity of the family with refreshing honor and honesty.”
Fischer540 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/12/19
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“I didn’t want it to end! Your brothers are hysterical!!”
hlb2hls07 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/09/19
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“Could have been a lot better without erupting into song every episode. Also in every episode she brings up something and then says “but we’ll save that story for a later episode”... half of these things were never brought up again.”
NurseKyla via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/02/19
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“It feels like Jessica has captured my own childhood years as a 60s kid. This is poignant, funny, sad and irresistible. It is amazingly accurate of the times and captured like a mental movie. I binged this whole series caught in the feelings and memories of growing up a baby boomer.”
Superagent247 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/25/19
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“Highly recommend this podcast, especially if you are of the baby boomer generation. I enjoyed Jessica Harper’s sly wit in relating to younger folks who may not understand some of the cultural references. Her family’s story is absorbing and poignant. Made me wish I had come from a large family...”Read full review »
AA music maven via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/19
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“I miss the Harper stories.”
lindysexton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/19
“Don’t waste your time. The description of this pod makes it sound so dramatic! Family secrets! An abusive dad! Crime sprees! The 60s! I entered the experience expecting a thrilling ride.
What I got was all foreshadowing with no payoff. A tale of a standard issue white bread suburban upbringing...”Read full review »
Fran Liebowitz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/19
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“As the youngest child in a large family, though a couple decades younger, I could so relate to much of the story! The only thing I don’t like is the music. I can’t figure out what the connection is, maybe that’s her or a family member singing? Other than that, it’s awesome. Her voice is so...”Read full review »
Cordeliaba via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/19
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“Wonderfully written, always entertaining and It leaves you with a want for more. Last episode next week, :( I hope J.H. changes her mind and continues with more stories.”
Mommyspam via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/19
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“I love these stories so much. It is a wonderful glimpse of early life and experience in middle America told by one of my all-time favorite actresses. I find every episode engrossing and addicting- I hate it when they end and I can't wait for more. Thank you,Jessica!!!”Read full review »
Dezmodius via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/19
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“Stories are slow in developing and turn out to be uneventful family mush. Her singing the old timey tunes is nauseating. Jessica knows she missed the boat on the freedom generation because she was too conservative. Now she embellished the fact she tried a joint into being a hippie. Actually a sad...”Read full review »
The spirit in the sky via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/19
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“I'm enjoying the story being told, but could majorly do without both the singing/musical interruptions (they're unbearably cheesy) and the every episode teaser of a "big reveal," which doesn't actually get revealed until episode 10. It better be *really* freaking good after...”Read full review »
BC Betty via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/19
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“I appreciate the different approach to podcasting, almost like an audio book. The original music is too kitschy for me, off-putting really, and actually plays louder than the rest of the podcast so I scramble to skip through it when baby is napping. Also confusing to figure out which episode is...”Read full review »
bbru616 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/24/19
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“Really good, poignant yet funny. It seems light, but I find myself thinking about it a lot. Harper has a great voice (talking and singing). Enjoy!”
lacy1961 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/24/19
“Promising premise....lost me with racing to fast forward the singing.”
Love it. But..... via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/23/19
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“I really like this, good voice, interesting story. Not my usual choice but glad I subscribed”
postalmkd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/19
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“The first one or two kitschy songs written and performed by Jessica were cute. As of episode 4, leaves me shaking my head in dismay. I just don’t appreciate (I guess) the accompaniment of what can only be described as a late 80’s Casio keyboard with pre-loaded tempos.
Were it not for the...”Read full review »
AmyinMass via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/19
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“I've really been loving this podcast! Jessica is so funny and wise and engaging - and what an amazing story. I love how well she paces her narrative, and the tenderness and humour and tragedy she finds there - like all families. Family drama is my favourite genre!
I'm telling everyone I...”Read full review »
TemmaD via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/21/19
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“Jessica Harper has a great story and a sensational voice. I am enthralled with the narrative but I admit she would sound great reading an appliance repair manual and I would be waiting for the next episode to drop.”
carlos de la costa vasca via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/19
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“I am loving Jessica Harper’s podcast. It is beautifully written, and she has such a melodious voice. The accompanying music is also beautifully sung and each selection is a perfect accompaniment. Can’t wait to keep listening!”
BayBets via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/19
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“I loved Episode 1 of Winnetka! Jessica Harper is a natural storyteller and brings to life the real drama and mysteries of her “all-American family”. I cannot wait to hear more!”
@mtothegwynn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/06/19
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“Thanks for sharing your talent , I really love it ❤️congratulations from Italy brizzo77 Instagram”
Brizzo777 via Apple Podcasts ·
Italy ·
02/05/19
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“Can’t wait to listen to the rest of the episodes.”
Jazzy from CA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/19
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“I expected something great but I didn’t know I’d be on the edge of my seat. Can’t wait for the rest!”
sbbnyc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/19
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“I am completely in!
Can’t wait for episode two!”
LMT'smom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/19
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“Jessica Harper captures the smallest moment and the biggest idea with similar ease. And the sound story she creates! I love it.”
Soozela via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/23/19
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“I grew up in Winnetka and Jessica Harper's stories need to be told. Winnetka was a wonderful place, but a place that required successful families to maintain a shiny facade to the public. What happened behind the front door was often a different story. Since Winnetka, with its fabulous school...”Read full review »
Tara's Brother via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/30/18
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