You saw a demon. Teenagers and early twenty-sometimes can fool themselves very easily, especially if they are experiencing strong emotions related to parental separation and divorce, and have a battle stance against previous indoctrination of certain belief. In these situations it’s common for young, struggling individuals to turn in a completely different direction because they are in a retaliatory mode. For this adult man, and former under cover agent to believe he actually saw a demon, goes against his own education in psychology. Of all people he should understand the mechanisms in the human brain that can cause one to deceive themselves, especially a young, developing mind. The story was interesting until then. And fix the audio and delivery. One guy sounds like a lame AM radio host wannabe.

Great Podcast if you like true crime and missing people episodes

Devoted fan of the show, it can be infuriating when hosts lose sight of their true focus. True crime is about the stories, the mysteries, and the justice—NOT political lectures!

I have been going back and listening to all the older episodes. Great show. On of my top 5 podcasts I listen to!

No wonder Maura Murray’s family came out with a very in-depth podcast. If I were part of her family and heard constant speculation for way too many episodes, I’d be mad too. Maybe stick to the facts you know and don’t inject hours of your own speculation, you only add to the rumor mill and if people want that, they can just go to the internet and reddit. I won’t be listening anymore only after episode 3, and I saw there are hundreds more episodes? I can’t even imagine.

This episode is very good to hear of helpful people who are working hard with investigation and hoping to engage law enforcement to give them support

So glad you are back!!

She was the only good part of this show. Where did she go? Is she finishing her show?

I live in the southern part of the US. I am relatively new to the Maura Murray case. I listened to the Media Pressure podcast, watched the Oxygen docu, and watched some other documentaries as well. Why on earth did you give any attention to James Renner? He sounds like a wacko! He had to be harmful to the case. What a crazy distraction and opportunist! So many can write and secure publishing of a book nowadays though the content is garbage.

Use to love love this podcast but, sadly, it’s quality has declined so much I can no longer stand to listen to it. Very disappointing.

They keep saying “protect and serve” about police, but they never finish the sentence. It’s “protect and serve the law” This explains the level of fact finding or misleading, erroneous statements throughout every episode.

Normally I really like this podcast however the episode with the missing man from Jamaica really sounded like an accident until they got to the part about the lethal level of Benadryl in his system, which was at the end of the episode. Lead with the suspicious evidence more often, and less speculation would really help this podcast shine.

I’ve always loved this podcast and have greatly appreciated and respected Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna for their work on cases of those who have gone missing. That was, until a few days ago, when I’d finished listening to the more recent episodes so I decided to go back through the older ones. That’s how I landed on Episode #411 from August 24, 2023, Kay-Alana Turner. As I’m in Texas where this happened, I was already a bit familiar with the case and wanted to hear Tim and Lance’s take on it. Instead, what I got was a non-stop tirade that was both anti-law enforcement and anti-psychiatry between them and their “guest” Christy Arnhart who apparently considers herself an expert on everything, not only about Kay-Alana but apparently on overall policing, sheriffs departments, law enforcement training, policy and tactics, prescribing of psychiatric medications, psychiatry and diagnosing of various mental conditions, and so much more. What I couldn’t find were any qualifications that might lead her (or the regular hosts) to have any reason, basis or experience to expound on any of it let alone bash and criticize those who do. This episode was a mess with all three of them going on and on and on, dissecting, disrespecting and criticizing every single step of the Tomball Sheriffs Department, Kay-Alana’s actual psychiatrist (seriously?!?) and what they all SHOULD have done or how they could have done better. At several points, I considered stopping however I kept thinking they’d get past it. But, no. That was not to be the case. Since none of them have the kinds of jobs that require them to put their lives on the line and making split-second life or death decisions for themselves and others every single day, nor are they versed in the many facets of psychology and psychiatry, I’d say they owe everyone an apology. More than one. TBH, if I were that psychiatrist they accused of misdiagnosing Kay-Alana and prescribing the wrong medications/dosages, I’d sue them off of the face of the Earth for slander and defamation of character. For starters. They should all be ashamed as they’ve lost any credibility and respect I ever had for them and this podcast. Not that losing me as a listener will really affect anyone but I have a feeling I’m not the only one who feels this way after listening to that beatdown of an episode. I hope the grandstanding and holier than thou b.s. in this episode was worth it for them. Unsubscribing now. There are way too many other wonderful podcasts and hosts out there who can leave their politics, personal feelings, mindless babbling, gossip, thoughts and armchair quarterbacking of others at the door when they cover cases and stories. I’m a little sad that Missing has now shown they just aren’t able or want to do that. No one wants to hear your arrogant, non-expert “expertise.”

Thank you so much for this episode! I have been listening for awhile and am touched, always want to help. This episode touched me and I cried, felt genuine concern and empathy, (not that I don’t in most). When they sang at the end I just lost it bawling , and I don’t even know what they were singing! Strong powerful, good job bringing awareness!

More than 20 minutes into the episode and still waiting to hear the story.

they dont actually cover the timeline on these cases. they could care less. they arent here for that. they are here to go off on tangents about a million other things with a million other people rather than tell us the TIMELINE of the missing person!!!....and this should be the FOCAL point of the ENTIRE episode!!! they leave us completely clueless about the case itself. many other reviews on here say the exact same thing. tipping point for me were the phoenix coldon episodes. her mother would have given an AMAZING detailed step by step outline leading up to her disappearance IF given the chance. but the hosts wanted to instead talk ENDLESSLY with the hired PIs on the case about their backgrounds! i was just done at that point.

Tim sounds like a Lance. And Lance begins his thought halfway through his sentence. The most enjoyment I get is hearing lance fumble his thought, pick it back up before the ref calls it. Just in time to watch him drop it again. Lance you are too original to patent .

Couldn’t finish an episode. I’m sure the actual story was interesting, but listening to these guys playing armchair quarterback was painful. Saying a psychiatrist was not doing their job with no real evidence is ridiculous.

I’m not a doctor, I’ve not had any training as a police officer. Tell the story do t need so much of your personal comments. We don’t care how you use your inhaler !! Too much could not listen any longer!! Excruciatingly painful to listen to. Im sure the story was a good one but just couldn’t do it any longer !!

Not the worst but far from the best. Way too much uninteresting jibber jabber and a jokesy tone that does not match or respect the seriousness of the cases. Mostly uninterested in 90% of what the hosts are saying. Check out Anatomy of Murder for a 5 star true crime podcast.

Had to unfollow. I don’t even know what this about anymore. The Maura story was interesting but I just realized that was a long time ago on a podcast far away from here. Boring and unreliable drivel now. Thanks for the memories.

How is the intro taking a missing person serious “how are you doing…..blah blah blah”. Horrible.

These fools tow the conservative party line and bring zero insight into the Madeline McAnn and Jon Bonet Ramsey missing persons cases. The parents did it you morons!! Go hunt for Maura Murray in Canada while you’re at it. She died of hypothermia, evading the police, to prevent another DUI. Animals got to her. And left no remains. Case closed in one comment; you tools built a career off of it. True Crime profiteers. Here today; gone tomorrow.

this is an awesome podcast! i cant stop listening(:

If you hear them talk… they are making up their facts..

You guys never disappoint when it comes to having guests on your episodes. I thoroughly enjoyed this week’s show. I wish my mom had someone like her to help her escape her abuser. Thankfully I still have my mom.

Really tried to like this one. Most cases the hosts act like they know everything, their arrogance is really off putting. Especially when they often leave out details or get them wrong. Their speculations are so close minded, they come off as simpletons.

Most of us couldn’t pull off doing a fairly unscripted program. Neither can these hosts. Lots of repetition, digression and belaboring small details.

Inane. Goofy banter & yuk-yuk, like schoolboys, when setting the tone for grisly crimes. Very unprofessional & mindless. Don’t waste your time.

It’s been amazing to see the advocacy work Tim & Lance do for victims and their families. They are always donating and working with different causes and spreading awareness and giving family members a platform to speak on their show. They are skilled interviewers and always have interesting guests on both Missing and Crawlspace ranging from victims family members to experts in various fields in the true crime space. Their hearts are in the right place and I believe they truly contribute so much good to the largely toxic true crime community. Thank you both for all that you do and for being a safe space for victims and their families.

Thank you

The show is well researched & the important details are always included. I was hooked after Maura Murray, & have happily continued on. Tim & Lance are always respectful of victims & their families, which I really appreciate. One of the best true crime podcasts out there!

I enjoy this podcast. I appreciate the mellow tone and good humor in all of their conversations. Thanks, Lance, Tim, and Jennifer!

You seem so bright until you start speculating

I am surprised at the negative feedback here. Love this podcast because they just tell a story, they don’t give their options per say and they don’t swear like a sailor. I enjoy them very much!

You come for one thing and you get everything from this podcast! Thank you is the least I can say!

This podcast is terrible. These clowns ramble on with about 36% enthusiasm. If you run out of sleeping pills this podcast might help? It was actually so boring it kept me awake with anger. So your self a favor. Listen to something, anything else. Puke.

You all sound bored. Too much chatter. Bye bye.

I’ve reached Episode 60 and I’m not sure why the ratings are so low. Maybe I'm missing something - no pun intended. I’m a true crime follower - listened and watched endless episodes for many years so I’m not totally new to the genre or delivery. I like the conversational format and the sharing of info between Tim and Lance - Chloe too when she participates - with their guests. I appreciate the lack of “dramatic” presentation/effect that many other podcasts too often use. Maybe it’s not super slick, shiny or polished but they sound real, authentic and truly interested in their desire for answers and to spread the stories about the victims, their families and friends. Heartbreaking for all so I think we all hope that somehow someway these retellings and investigations help shed light on these dreadful mysteries.

After a couple of years as a subscriber and regular listener I am unsubscribing. Aimless meandering into ridiculous observations trying to make worthlessly obvious points grew too much for me to take. I enjoyed it for a while though and wish them the best.

I’ve just finished the second episode, and the audio is just beyond painful. I think it has potential to be a good podcast but what’s the point if you get all the drop offs and noise.

Ruins the stories. Too much dialogue during the telling. Nothing of much interest here

The Murray case was interesting and captiviting....the first 10 parts. But once you hit pat 17 you realize that its just a lot of rehashing the same info that was discussed in the first few episodes. There is 105 parts to this case. Completely unnecessary.

I started as a MMM listener when I first got into her case and immediately became fans of Lance and Tim. The work they do is phenomenal in raising awareness to lesser known cases.

Hate to hate but just too slow. Lost interest after so much discussion about irrelevant topics, set the hook and then give us some back story. Saw a lot of reviews suggesting similar things so maybe they don’t care or don’t read. It’s your podcast so do as you wish but were it mine I would pay attention to your listeners. I will pop back on a few months to see if I have a different opinion or improvements are made. I’m a bit of a podcast snob having been spoiled by Sword and Scale perhaps. Give it a listen!

OMG….sooooo grueling to listen to the Jane woman detective….pretty much have given up on this podcast….B. O. R. I. N. G. !!!!

I wanted to like this podcast but I just couldn’t get into it. I’m an avid true crime podcast listener and this one just isn’t for those who listen regularly. The editing isn’t great and it almost takes 6-7 minutes before they even start the episode. I think with some work, there could be potential. Hope to check this out in the future and see improvements!

I have listened to a few episodes and generally find it to be super interesting. However, on the episodes I’ve listened to that involve victims involved with drugs or who suffered from Substance use disorders, I have found the language and some information presented to be stigmatizing and inaccurate about drug users and people who have addiction. As a professional in the field, I beg of the media to fact check and be mindful of how they tell stories about people with these illnesses.

What a wonderful interview and sad story regarding Blake. I feel for his Mom, she’s wonderful. Very much enjoyed the format and the telling of his tragic story. I so hope his case will be solved.

The hosts are very good, and they tell the story well. But the editing! Four times in the Josh Stratton episode it just cut someone off in the middle of a sentence. Someone will be giving information, then there's a sound like a record scratch, and immediately someone else is talking in mid-sentence. I finally had to turn the episode off. I've also noticed in multiple episodes that the episode will suddenly go back and replay the last 30 seconds. I probably sound harsh, but the two male hosts have two podcasts with nearly 600 combined episodes, so it's reasonable to expect editing that doesn't make the show unlistenable.