This podcast is very well done, but the amount of ads are insane. I’ve never heard so many in a podcast, including the “free” versions of the ones I listen to. I’m not sure I’ll be able to finish the series.
Dr Michelle Ward need to direct the documentary with Netflix. The way she want the story to be hear it’s Amazing, she cares so much about her work and mostly the victims.
She deserve a Grammy or something special.
She need to do a special on Netflix about all this episodes (1-6) before all major people die or no able to share their stories.
One of my favorite true crime shows. Really delves into how and why the criminals turned out the way they did. Very interesting to listen to.
Would be super interested to hear dr Michelle ward go into the Jasmine Richardson and Jeremy Steinke case!
The interviews with the investigators, analysts, and prosecutors are unlike anything I’ve heard before. Dr Ward breaks down the complex topics into digestible blocks- it’s not too clinical. Her bedside manner is very subtle and she comes across very authentic. She doesn’t simply focus the macabre aspects to make the story interesting. This is a new perspective on familiar creeps.
Currently binging on this one, and loving it. The original interviews are fascinating, and although some of them are well-known, several others are new material — at least to me. Michelle’s interviews provide some great insight from people who were there and lived through these horrible times. A real in-depth dive into… well, the mind of these monsters.
I knew about all of these stories BUT they are being told to you in such a more personal way, I have learned so much more about these people that talked about. This is a very very good podcast!!
Absolutely riveting! Can’t believe how the Alaska police let this go on for 10 whole years. Loved the archival interviews: throughly researched and well put together!
Love every thing about this podcast. It takes a deep dive into the mind and motivation of each subject! I appreciate all the psychology presented around the crimes and criminals. It also treats the victims with respect and tells a little of their story as well. This podcast is well produced and a binge worthy listen!!
This was my first time hearing this story. What a tragedy 😢 hearing these women’s stories… I was stopped in my tracks when you shared that all the women heard the others in their heads when they ran from him. Holy moly 😭 well done with the story 🙏🏽
Hey I have been listening to it none stop just finished up the work was awesome . The stories were so good and very informative and very interesting. Would recommend to someone to listen too .
The way this story unfolds pays tribute to Hansen’s victims; they are the heroes of this story. I send love and peace to the woman who used the Cindy Paulson name to bring this depraved individual to justice. Her attention to detail, photographic memory, and overall resilience are so inspiring. Cindy possesses all the kindness and empathy Robert Hanson never could.
I’ve listened to all the seasons. I love that is organized, respectful, & easy to listen. I enjoy Dr. Ward’s voice and the way she speaks. There are podcasts I cannot listen to because the narration and all the extra theatrics. This is just good ole fashion easy to follow story telling about real people and real things. Way to go!!!
Thoroughly researched. Presented with compassion not sensationalism. Interesting and thought provoking. I can’t say enough good things about this podcast. The best!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I see some comments about not liking a woman commentator for true crime. But let’s remember the reason that Hansen remained out there longer than he should have was because it was men that were “in charge”. If they had listened to Maxine Farrell at the beginning, Cindy and a lot of other women may have been spared from this monster.
Another comment about stories of Hansen’s past not being covered thoroughly, obviously comes from a person who has not read the book, “Butcher Baker” by Walter Gilmour and Leland Hale. They would see what lengths Hale took to bring us the background story. The show may not have focused on Hansen’s early years as much as the book does, but they gave us enough to understand what a sick person he was. I think the producers and commentators can be proud for what they have brought to us. The addition of Cindy’s story for an unexpected seventh show was the icing on the cake in my opinion.
Such a multidimensional and well-rounded podcast. Loved the diverse representation and inclusion of so many voices so often not heard. Totally hooked and in awe of the production after hearing season 6. Thank you.
It’s fine as a true crime podcast. I wasn’t enthralled as I’ve been with previous podcasts I’ve listened to and the narrator is forgettable as the host. Not terrible but nothing to write home about. Stick to dateline.
I’m giving this five stars simply because past his childhood it’s good. I happened to know people that knew Robert Hansen as a child. I think a lot more research into his history and initial town he was born in and started out life needed to be done. I run a business in Estherville. From what people that I know that knew him he wasn’t the nice quiet kid. He was known to be really not nice to deal with. Please do more research rather than just using things people wrote. There are still plenty of people between Estherville and Pocahontas that can give a much better perspective of how he was growing up.
I’ve only listened to the latest season, but I think it’s great. And contrary to what other reviews read, I think the narrator is very respectful regarding the victims and their lives, and it wasn’t made into a fashion show. Seems that some just have an issue with female podcasters.
I don’t know if this Dr. is on special medication or emotionally lobotomized, zero respect for the dead. She cheerfully describes a detective as “standing over a shallow grave..” and “wearing a jumper, bla bla hair, style..” moving on to women in law enforcement. Hey ahol, there’s a murdered person in that grave. That’s the point of this case, not fashion. This is a sad common occurrence in female-led true crime podcasts.
I really enjoyed all seasons. I will say there was a notable difference from season 6 compared to the rest. However, I still really enjoyed this podcast. Looking forward to hopefully more seasons and terrifyingly interesting stories.
I just started the podcast, and I’m hooked and it’s really informative. Interesting. However, I stopped listening due to some type of feedback and screeching sound that seemed to occur every time the host was speaking solo.
I saw the movie “frozen ground” a few years ago and while listening to this podcast and learning about Detective Maxine I couldn’t remember if she was depicted in the movie or not. So I went online to see if I could find her character in the cast for the movie: no.
I found some reviews of the movie that point out her omission as well.
This is a great podcast and I’m glad Detective Maxine is finally getting the recognition she highly deserves for her work on this case and her respect and care for the victims.
Disgusting that she was left out of the movie “Frozen Ground.”
