Steve's Podcast Reviews

This podcast combines true crime and beer reviews. Yes, you heard that correct but I thought I would give it a try. The podcast has numerous shows but I focused on the Lori Hacking murder, Bed of Lies. This case revolves around the disappearance and murder of Lori Hacking by her husband in Salt Lake City. This is a very amateurish podcast. Sound is bad and I think it's a married couple that does the show. Their research is incomplete and is only made worse by their arm chair psychology. If that isn't enough, the episode is interrupted by a beer review. "Every time I go to Utah, I think of xxxx beer". Wow I do not recommend this podcast.

I tried to listen to an episode that I thought would interest me. The podcast supports three hosts and additional guest from time to time. Unfortunately, there is constant bantering and inside jokes that becomes extremely annoying. I even forwarded the show in hopes they would get to the subject. Alas, no. I don't recommend this podcast.

This podcast is dedicated to the disappearance of Kristin Smart in 1996 from the campus of Cal Poly. The host, Chris Lambert, was only a child when Kristin went missing but he has taken on his own investigation and podcast. Last Update 2/16/2020 I just finished the podcast today and I give this a 5 out of 5 stars. I start each episode thinking, what more can he say. Well, there's a lot and I will be googling this case for updates until Kristin is found. Episode 1 You are introduced to Kristin through her family and friends. A bit slow but necessary to learn about the victim. By end of this episode you will believe the host is totally committed to this podcast. I'm now hooked. Episode 2 The main and only suspect is discussed. If you are not totally hooked by now, don't listen to any more episodes. Episode 3 Chasing down the main suspect. You get very anxious listening to this episode, why can't they catch this guy? Episode 4 Help from North Carolina and mis...

1619 was a recommended as one of the best podcasts of 2019. Last update 2/25/2020 Episode 1 Interesting start but having a hard time getting into it. Too much story line and an annoying background music. I'm still going to give this a chance. Episode 2 After about 10 minutes into the podcast the series finally takes off. This is show is a little more about questions and answers than a straight monologue. The business end of slavery comes to light. Links to supplement your listening. https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2015/04/quick-note-slavery-finance-minsky-panic-1837.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panic_of_1837 Episode 3 American music and its origins. This is a total shift from the first two episodes, give it about 5-6 minutes before checking to see if you have the correct podcast. Episode 4 American hospitals were segregated clear up to the sixties. Episode 5 Story of sugar cane farmer, part I. Episode 6 Sugar cane farmer part II. I feel episode's 5 ...

Michael Shermer is a founding member of the Skeptics Society. He hosts different authors and talks about many subjects. His skepticism is based on science. If your looking for a non-confrontational and non-political  discussion, this show is for you. I started with Episode 100, ask me anything. If you want to get a feel for the host, this is the one to start with.  This episode is based on listener emails, subjects include extra terrestrials, Michael Jackson and Hitler's paintings.

I decided to try some new podcasts for the new year. Tunnel 29 is about a tunnel that was constructed from West Berlin to East Berlin during the early 60s. The story is riveting. With all the problems, only a bunch of crazy young people would attempt this. But then, only a bunch of crazy young people would succeed.  Besides a great story, there is an excellent musical score and sound effects to make you feel you are there. Professionally done, thumbs way up. 5 Stars

Guilty Podcast is about thought provoking criminal cases. 5 Stars Episode 4 Part 1. You may be too young to know the name Charles Joseph Whitman but this man is basically the first school shooter. His heinous act was from the tower at the University of Texas. You may not give this 5 stars because his story is not so unusual in present day. Episode 4 Part 2. This is more of an interview with a psychologist giving his theories about Whitman's condition. slightly interesting