Voice isn’t great for this IMHO. Sounds like she is reading a 1700’s novel.

I want to hear the stories not the back and forth jibberish so I hit ‘played’ to get rid of it. Won’t renew my subscription. Other than that it’s good

I want to love this show but the way she speaks. I turn it off every time. It’s hard enough to make it past .calm.

Thank you for bringing light to different aspects of what is criminal. The petition episode really hit home for me. My boyfriend take my virginity away from me when I was 15 . No is suppose be no. I have the right to decide what happens to me. Thank for that story. C fitch

Very liberal views but an east format with some interesting stories. Insanely liberal. So if you have a “Harris/Walz 2024” bumper sticker then this podcast is 100% for you. If you believe in only 2 sexes (male/female) or the US constitution protects your rights you will not enjoy. Its NPR on steroids.

Whereas in many crime podcasts the emphasis is on how evil, and dark the perps are I generally tend to like and sympathize with the criminals in Criminal. Is it because of Phoebe’s voice or the storytelling ? All I know is I’m constantly checking for the next episode.

Love the podcast, do not love the fact that criminal + downloads in my library. I did not subscribe so it has no place in my library. Sick of all the cash grabs on everywhere! Don’t you people know that bacon is still $12/pound?

Love to listen to this podcast always!

Obsessed with this podcast. Have never been a podcast listener, now just cannot stop listening. Every story is fascinating, and phoebe’s voice is mesmerizing

Phoebe is inquisitive and thoughtful with every guest she interviews. Every story is unique and takes me on a journey. I LOVE this podcast to pieces.

I enjoy your podcast immensely. Not Judy the subject matter but your voice is easy listening, your style is not annoying, and you’re telling a tale, unlike many others who’re displaying their hilarious daily antics and relationship jokes being laughing friends going on and on while we are supposed to find that entertaining. Phoebe? I’d like to thank you for not swearing, not compelled to add colorful language! I’m pleased to follow you. Though I cannot pay subscription fees (I’m on disability in my mid-60’s) though your podcast is very reasonable. I wish you well. Old like to add that you’ve been doing a lot of episodes that seem to be a promotion of other podcasts, sometimes new, as well as merely conversations with some ppl I don’t know and don’t understand why… this has put me off. It’s not the same anymore . I’ll check back now and then. Enjoy

I’ve enjoyed every show I’ve listened to date. Yes, Phoebe has the perfect podcast voice.

Love this show! Make lots more!!

Phoebe has the best voice in podcasting and radio. I love to hear her speak.

Originally I was thrown off by the name of this podcast because I am not a fan of true crime. After listening to a recommendation from a friend of a particular episode, I was hooked. I’ve listened to most of the back episodes and look forward to each upcoming episode. Though I can’t imagine all the research and production work put into each episode, I certainly do appreciate it - real professionalism. Phoebe and her team are tops. I could say same for her other podcast, ‘Love’. Always a treat. Latest episode of Criminal, ‘Ana’ was a listen of intriguing pleasure.

I have a lot to say but first off I feel like everyone is complaining about nothing the criminal plus is only 6$. A month so I really don’t understand because it could have been a lot more money. Otherwise Criminal is an amazing podcast to listen to and it the most entertaining thing I have heard in a while. Y’all are killing it so keep doing what you are doing because it is working for me. And thank you for your time, good bye.

Amazing stories :)

Learn how to say com. It is not calm.

The amount of complain from poor people who can’t afford the 6 dollars a month for the premium version yet buying McDonald’s and Starbucks is baffling. Don’t complain on reviews because you have bad money management skills

So tired of these cash grabs. $50/yr for ad-free is ridiculous in and of itself, but to taunt listeners with “here’s what you can’t listen to unless you cough up cash” is tasteless. If you want to make all the “good” stuff only available for paying listeners, then set up a separate feed just for them. This pod is nothing but ads, and now we have to listen to Phoebe tell us how much we’re missing by not paying for monthly or annual access. Used to be a good interesting historical crime podcast, it’s just not the same with the incessant badgering for money to fund her affluent lifestyle. Go kick rocks, Pheebs.

What is this trend that u no longer have to be a patreon member to see what ur missing? I don’t want to see wat I’m missing cuz I’m poor😢plus I just go to another podcast wen I want to get access to all of these blocked episodes from these monetary oriented podcasts. It’s to bad cuz many of these podcasts cud hav a much larger audience cuz there are others like me. totally feel like podcasters are becoming more about the money then the context. I agree about the episodes in the beginning being better then the podcast is currently exploring. Five stars for wat the podcast cud have been and to actually have the review posted

Not just disgusting and gory true crime. It’s intriguing observations of human behavior. I’m hooked!

I only just discovered Criminal. I am enthralled and I just became a subscriber. I have listened to every episode from the beginning, gasping, laughing and crying along the way. It has been a welcome replacement for my daily news feed. I think I'll start all over again. Loooking forward to the live show in Tucson in Oct.

Seems they’ve concentrated more on their criminal plus content lately, but I still enjoy what they do release for us poor folks.

I just started listening, like today. I don’t understand the people complaining about the host’s voice. I listen to another podcast at night to fall asleep to. In the early episodes her voice was at a higher pitch. I say as the podcast “matured” she lowered her voice and slowed down her pace. Makes her show much more pleasant to listen to. Personally, I don’t find any of your complaints viable. I love the way she speaks. Keep doing what you’re doing Phoebe.

Human beings and life are complex. This is so much more than “true crime.” It is deeper dives into culture, biography, history. What can be gleaned from well-conducted interviews and well-told stories? The very best podcast out there.

In many ways, this show created the genre.

I have been an avid listener for years. It’s hands down my favorite podcast and I do not care how Phoebe says .com. I love her voice and storytelling. Over the last year, the content has become more political in nature. I miss the more out of the box criminal episodes.

One of my favorite podcasts ever.

Make sure you at least spell words correctly in your whiny, victimized rants. Also, I would LOVE to hear you read 1/10th of an episode. I can guarantee you'd receive 0/5 for all episodes. Phuck Em Phoebe! xo

I love your show but please stop talking like that! The way you say com kills me!

The host’s affectation is unbearable. I have to listen on 1.25x to make it somewhat more bearable. Apparently she did a bonus episode of the criminal + show where she responded to a fan’s question about why she mispronounces “dot com”, and she feigned ignorance. Uh-uh. I don’t believe it. This is the fakest voice ever, and it is soooo irritating. Just use your real voice!!!!

I look forward to listening every week. Each story has such a range of emotions. And PG is wonderful

Can't promounce com correctly.

The research and interviews on this podcast are wonderful. I have been listening for years and always look forward to new and insightful episodes. The crimes are often wild or terrible but it great to be informed.

Just found you!

The guests and stories are interesting but the host’s incredibly affected and unnatural manner of speaking makes this unlistenable. Her speech is super slow, has near constant weird pauses, unnatural enunciation, and so many mouth sounds.

I so look forward to every episode… listening, slowly shaking my head in agreement, all the while feeling a calmness that comes with a sisterhood. Thank you ladies for your chat, stories, and readings. Huzzah Jayne Foley

I’ve been enjoying this podcast for years!

i love this podcast. me and my whole family have been listening to it for years. every episode is different. they’re fun to have in the background while doing an activity. i listen to these while i’m doing yard work, cleaning, coloring, crafting shopping, etc. but they’re also fun to just sit in listen to which is amazing.

I love this podcast. The stories are interesting and thought provoking. If the topics make you uncomfortable than it’s doing exactly what’s it’s supposed to do. If you’re inspired and enlightened than it’s doing exactly what’s it’s supposed to do. Bravo Phoebe and team! Thank you for giving voice to those of us who are actively trying to be silenced.

I love this podcast and have been listening for years, but it's very disappointing (and a bit ironic) that they still do ads for BetterHelp.

Phoebe is a great narrator which is why she deserves 4 or 5 stars. The show topics in the last year are almost all social justice, inequality and far left leaning. I used to love this show until it went Californian.

Title says it all.

All podcast want to be this.

I really enjoy this podcast. I can tell Phobe enjoys what she does and that’s makes it all the more wholesome. I also appreciate the fact that Phobe discusses issues such as race, inequities in our legal system, etc. Oftentimes, I feel like she gives a platform for those that are voiceless. Keep bringing us this great content. Many of us are appreciative!

I really love this show but I really wish they would stop accepting ad money from Better Help, who have been caught selling customer data.

The gold standard for true crime story telling. Love the diversity of stories that are covered. The most recent episode on Funeral homes was really beautiful…thank you for recognizing these women and the very important work they do to bring closure and dignity to the lives lost.

Every episode gives me empathy for the circumstances of the people that find themselves in, but Troy made me feel in the place where and when my grandmother past. She was prepared with care with the funeral assistance of family friends. They were the funeral home where the black community of the Southside of Chicago went. This episode was much appreciated. Thank you for what you do.

Phoebe’s voice is very appealing. Criminal is one of my favorite podcasts. Love it — keep on keeping on!