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We Crashed

We crashed is the story of the rise and fall of Adam Neumann and his company We Work. This is another flash in the pan company that sucked investors in but not any investor. This really is the story of CEO, Adam Neumann and Soft Bank. It's only two parts but you will be shaking your head wondering how something like this happens. It happened and it's a good podcast. 4 out of 4 stars

99% invisible

I started this podcast yesterday while on a long flight from Chicago.  Subject matter includes subjects generally not talked about. Last updated 2/28/2020 I've listened to 3 episodes now. The host and people assisting in the podcast are very well spoken and appear to be highly intelligent. If you like listening to film students describe an independant movie, this may be for you. 5 Stars None 4 out of 5 Stars Episode  367, Peace Lines This show intrigued me because the subject was peace walls in Belfast. I've been to Belfast and to my surprise, they do exist. 3 out of 5 Stars Episode 29, Cul-de-Sac. This who talks the suburbs and living in a Cul-de-Sac. Actually, nothing here to talk about. I get what your saying but the suburbs weren't that bad. Episode 69, Kowloon walled city. Somewhat interesting about the history Kowloon but nothing wanted me to say, wow. You can see a vision of the old Kowloon in the video game, Call of Duty. I'm not sure I needed to know...

Amy Should be Forty

This podcast is dedicated to the murder of 11 year old Amy Mihaljevic. Last updated 2/29/2020 Episode 1, Amy goes missing The key to a successful serial podcast is having the first episode pull you in. While only 20 minutes long the hook is set. Episode 2-5 This podcast is 5 short episodes but intriguing. Once you find out facts about the abduction and murder, the show takes a different path, focusing on family, friends and investigators. This wasn't my all time favorite podcast but it did keep my interest. 4 out of 5 stars

True Crime Brewery

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.

How did this get made?

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.

Your own backyard

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

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 ...