I’m embarrassed to realize I never rated the pod when I was binging the entire back catalogue before. I was so bummed when it was over. Then so happy about the comeback, but it’s kind of boring. I split the difference between 5 stars and 1 star for my review. I’ll try a few more but so far the stories are not very compelling. This is nothing against Amber as I think she would be fine in another context, but the dialogue between her and Dr. Shaw is kind of flat. I enjoy the tension between the science and the humanities but what was happening in earlier version of the show with Sophie just isn’t here any more. It was a compelling show with lots of nuanced questions m and now it’s just a recap of the headlines with a bit of studies sprinkled in. I’m bored.

This could be just a voyeuristic retelling of horrible people doing horrible things. But this being the BBC, it goes a step higher and talks a lot about how to understand such people and how to prevent their horrible behaviour. Always thought provoking. And reminds us of the importance of avoiding hate, even hating the people doing the most inhuman acts.

Was really excited for this to return, but this judgt host ain’t it. Y’all really couldn’t find someone capable of telling a story without sounding like a middle schooler who desperately needs you to take them seriously? DNFed the first new episode. Boo.

I really love this podcast ❤️😊

I love this podcast. My favorite that look forward to every week. I’m so sad that it’s over 🥹 pls don’t go !!!!!

I wait for you every week. Such a great partnership!

The topics are always interesting and Dr. Shaw takes the topic on interesting turns. Sophie adds so much to the show, from the funny takes to their opinion.

One of the pod casters undermines the quality of the podcasts - the comedian? - she behaves as if she is not very smart and adds too many really annoying comments.

NOTE: I base this review on a single episode, Baby Snatchers, and it should be understood in those limited terms. I hadn’t listened before but I came upon this episode about a famous capital murder case; I am interested in the issues around the death penalty in the USA, & this case in particular, & so I pressed play. The episode begins with the two presenters discussing how they would like their funerals to unfold, which was unexpected & felt sort of flippant & offhand, but okay, it’s not my podcast. We then moved on to the case itself, & the tone remained offhand. Far from being averse to the use of humor to make hard topics easier, I think it’s a great tool; here though, it felt misplaced & lacking in judgment & respect. Wherever you sit on this horrific crime & the subsequent execution of its perpetrator, it felt to me that it was treated with sophomoric levity. (My own position is that the death penalty is utterly wrong, morally & actually, & I oppose it in all circumstances, but it exists & we need to talk about it.) It seemed to me to be tasteless & made more so by the numerous warning about its content; the producers & presenters understood the seriousness of the topic. It also lacked much real analysis, again, odd. Anyway, to each her own. Again, I based this review on a single episode and therefore it should not be considered as applicable to the show in general.

I’m a true crime junkie! I’m really enjoying the podcast. Sofie is the best!!! I laugh out loud every episode. I think the two of them have great chemistry and work very well together. I look forward to hearing Sofie’s take on things every episode. I also think they have a different approach and topics that aren’t always discussed which is a nice change from other crime podcasts. I really want Sofie to be my bestie. Can you tell I love Sofie?!!!

If you’re looking for a legal education with strong feminist bias this for you. Not me.

These two young ladies are far to woke for me. Referencing toxic masculinity and condemning responsible Americans who own firearms for self protection. Plenty of better crime podcasts out there so I’m moving on.

I love everything about this podcast. If you are wanting to listen to something that makes you think, teaches you something new, makes you laugh, but also narrates some horrific crimes… this is for you! Thank you so much to everyone who works on this podcast! You are truly some beautiful and amazing humans!

I enjoy the podcast, especially Sofie. But am I the only one who gets annoyed at Julia’s use of “woman” when referring to multiple WOMEN?? She also needs to be more accepting and gracious when Sofie expresses a difference of opinion.

I’ve listened to the first 7 episodes. I adore Sofie Hagen’s sense of humor; in every episode so far, she’s made me laugh out loud. I also love both Sofie and Julia’s accents. I’m not a big fan of how Julia Shaw presents herself. To me, she comes across as self-righteous, strangely naive, and lacking in self-awareness. Science and evidence are cool, but there’s a sort of contempt for anything that she doesn’t have personal knowledge about. There are plenty of other academic disciplines (and research) that would conflict with her views. I’d love to see a broader understanding of and appreciation for other perspectives/fields of study (maybe the podcast improves with time). 4 stars: 2 for Sofie, 1 for the accents, and 1 for getting to learn some things.

Take this racist garbage off the internet

Awesome podcast! Interesting stories! On a side note, what is the dating app discussed in the “Uncivilized Cruelty” episode?

Thank you thank you thank you. From a fat mom who puts off necessary care and lives with this stigma while trying to project a positive body image for her children. This latest episode is amazing. Thank you so much.

What did I just listen to? No, really what just happened

I like the content, and Sofie. However, Julia tends to cut Sofie off and always dismisses their opinion. I understand that Julia is the trained professional, but there’s a way to convey your knowledge without belittling another person.

Good information and quality hosting. However the narrative structure seems a bit off. Maybe lacking momentum or pacing. The sidebars are distracting from the main topic rather than supporting of it.

Ms. Sofie and Dr. Julia, I have listened to every single one of your episodes at this point. I work in admin and sometimes it gets very monotonous, and your podcast keeps me going…. I cannot stress this enough. I might have a crappy meeting or a bad phone call, but I think to myself, “it’s all good, I get to listen to Sofie and Julia after this”. I have laughed and cried throughout this series. Some of the topics have hit very close to home, while others have given me a new understanding and empathy for people I have previously judged. Every episode I feel like I am simultaneously at a very interesting book club and a super fun dinner party… if that makes any sense. I felt the need to write something to you both because today I listened to the episode about assisted suicide. It was very intense, but at the end Sofie listed all of the reasons to stay alive, and it honestly made me tear up. I am not even suicidal but it made me want to live more than I already am living. (Reason #11?.. giving this podcast a 5-star rating hehehe). Thank you to you both for doing this podcast, making yourselves vulnerable and sharing your personal experiences. You cover topics that NEED to be addressed and society will benefit from conversations like these. Thank you for making me laugh and teaching me things. Can’t wait to see what topics you cover in the future! Sincerely, Anni - a super fan from Boston, USA :)

I like the chemistry between the two hosts. Works well and the topics are fascinating.

I enjoy this podcast. The content is great. I love the topics discussed and the way they are dissected. The hosts are also great, however, their dynamic is a bit off. Julia has a tendency of cutting off or dismissing Sofie, which is uncomfortable to hear. Sometimes Julia can be downright mean. If Julia learns to check herself and leave her ego at the door, this podcast could easily rise to a 5.

Well dang I thought I had a pretty good grasp on what I thought about “Bad” people. Julia really makes me pause and wonder! While Sophie makes me laugh. Two wonderful people and a great series to get into! 🖤

I really love this podcast. It seemed to take a few episodes for the hosts to find and develop their rhythm, but they have a great dynamic now. I always forward to Sofie’s wit and Julia’s thought provoking perspectives.

Listened to the 1st episode today about the Night Stalker. I enjoyed both these women and what they each brought to the podcast! You learn something while also enjoying some comedy. As a podcaster myself, I know how important it is to leave a good review when you come across a podcast you enjoy. I’m the host of the Professionally Silly podcast! I love to support other awesome amazing female podcasts! Keep up the awesome work!!!!😎🙌🏾

A wonderful, different type of True Crime podcast. I love the use of psychology, science, research, and Sofie’s irreverence are a delightful addition to true crime and I highly recommend!!!

This is directed towards the comedian. Sexism goes both ways. Describing women murderers with “cute names” and claiming that men probably told them to do it is pure upmost sexism. When you confront a killer of a man you always say “monster” (which they are, the same as women that murder). You always down men for everything and in one clip claimed “women usually are good at everything they do”. What an ignorant claim.

I love this podcast. Unlike other true crime podcasts they talk specially about the physiology behind the crimes. It’s a lot more about the ‘why’s’ than about the crimes themselves. Very enjoyable and easy to listen too. I wish the episodes were longer. The hosts are charming and fun. The negative reviews shock me - If you want deep gritty true crime talk then this isn’t the podcast for you, this is much ‘lighter’.

Given that this podcast is hosted by a comedian and a psychologist, it’s notable that it is neither funny nor particularly interesting from a medical or scientific point of view. I am a big fan of true crime as well as investigative podcasts but this one is just boring and annoying.

Love Sofie Hagen and true crime! The psychologist leaves something to be desired.

I will continue to listen, but there’s something I can’t put my finger on. Also, as important as understanding is and as it is stressed in this particular episode, it’s also important to understand where the people of the town were coming from in the Bulger case. What the boys did was beyond horrific, especially for their ages. While I don’t think they should have been destroyed, I understand how people could have had little empathy for them given what they did.

I don’t understand the negative reviews. I enjoy this podcast a lot. It presents the cases in a light-hearted way, and I enjoy hearing the psychology behind it. If you want a heavy-hitting investigative podcast, there are already plenty of this out there. I don’t believe that was their intention, and I appreciate a different approach. I love all of the cute Danish sayings that get thrown in too! ❤️ I’ve adopted the phrase “picking fuzz from my naval.” 😂

I like the hosts, but the stories and subjects are underdeveloped. Needs more meat on it’s bones.

Why is the comedian more astute about human psychology than the psychologist?

This podcast is all about themselves.

Two smart women. The podcast just need a little bit of salt. Less personal stories/jokes maybe ?

The way they talk about murderes as charming people is sickening!

Two hosts chatting and stretching time is just about the worst listening out there.