Definitely changed my opinion of this podcast in a negative way. The guest seems to justify it and seemed to cheerful discussing children being married so young.

Love the podcast! It’s on of my favorites. There has to be something done about the mouth noises and the guests saying Um. I’ve had to skip 3 episodes now due to the Um’s. Maybe have them redo a few parts of the story to lessen it? Idk but it’s unbearable.

I love the pod but there’s gotta be a way to edit out all the saliva and swallowing noises- i don’t notice this as much with other podcasts, but i can’t even finish an episode because of the noises from the swallowing and mouth noises.

I like the podcast so far. But the most recent episode (shotgun suicide) the guest keeps swallowing really hard after every 2 words and I can’t get through the episode. No fault to her but please edit these noises out - it’s sooooo loud. Coming back to edit my review. A si get deeper into podcast I’m skipped more and more episodes. Can be such a great podcast but needs work.

I really like how the interviews are done. The host has a back for asking the right questions at the right times. She's thoughtful, empathetic, and through.

This is such a good podcast. Not only are the stories so interesting and jaw dropping but Devorah herself is so inspiringly kind and insightful and such a delight to hear her warmth with with guests even though she gives them so much space to tell their stories with minimal interruption so we don’t hear much from her. Every time she does pop in it’s so kind and compassionate.

Host interrupts to add vapid comments

I really like the storytelling concept of this podcast but it would benefit from some more comprehensive editing and a bit of guidance or structure for the discussions.

i luv this podcast! i feel like it really shines a light on the dark parts of life and allows people to learn from these guests thay talk about their life experiences. such a good way to get these peoples stories out and bring some justice to those who need it. nothing but great things to say about this keep it up devorah luv you 💕

I came across a story from TikTok and I found it so interesting so I started listening to the podcast from the beginning. I find that there is just too much rambling. I find myself forwarding the shows but I just can’t get through them completely. Very intriguing titles but I can’t get into them

I’ve tried to listen but find the podcast hard to listen to. Guests are unfocused and ramble. They need some guidance and focused questions to stay on topic. The episodes are long because they drag on with unnecessary chatter.

I found this podcast by accident. I love what’s happening here! Keep it coming.

Catchy titles and Interesting stories and topics, but falls flat usually. desperately needs editing and I think the host should try to guide the stories and discussions some. A lot of guests ramble and go off topic and it’s just painful to listen to. Had potential but turned out meh.

I want to hear the guests’ stories, and she frequently interrupts.

PLEASE i am BEGGING YOU! EDIT OUT THE MOUTH SOUNDS

This is the perfect podcast to put on while I am working and it keeps me intrigued the full length of the video. It makes my job go by SO much quicker. I love this podcast keep doing what you're doing Dev!

This is a really great podcast with guests that talk about some very difficult and uncomfortable subjects sometimes relating to trauma. I read some of the other reviews first and I tend to agree with many of them. There’s lots of “umms” and “likes” and there’s sometimes an issue with hearing mouth noises from guests. Also, more research could be done before the interviews. Sure, those things are true but I’ve actually seen a lot of improvement in this podcast from its early days. It’s consistently improving and maturing, if you will, and I think that’s all you can ask for from someone doing this from their home who isn’t a professional. The content is really good and that to me, is why I keep coming back. The stories are real and raw for the most part, and they are being told by real people who aren’t necessarily well-versed in story-telling. This has become one of my favorite podcasts to listen to and I can’t wait to see how the show continues to develop.

I think they would benefit from trimming down the episodes. Starting with straying off topics to talk about their opinions for 20 minutes. I never pressed “fast forward 30 seconds” so much in a podcast… but I do like some of the “uncomfortable” topics as they are not openly discussed in many forums.

Love this podcast! My New favorite!

It is apparent that Devorah does not do her research before each episode. I love hearing the raw stories from the guests but Devorah’s input is not helpful or necessary. It’s almost always her personal opinion conveyed in a way to make an overarching meaning out of a terrible situation. I wish she would consider instead doing more meaningful research and offering resources or educational facts while also empathizing with the guest in a way that does not distract from the story. I think there’s so much potential in this show.

Love the podcast, but devorah, please take the time to do a more extensive edit when it comes to filtering down the filler words during conversation. The “likes” the “ums” makes listening to the guest almost unbearable and completely ruins the effectiveness of the story being told. It’s too distracting.

I’ve stopped and restarted listening to this podcast a few times now. I will not be back this time. I kept restarting because I was drawn to compelling stories told by the person who has lived through them. I am just always unsettled by the hosts lack of grace and tact to hear these stories and hold them gently. The questions she asks and the comments she gives always seem goading. She seems to conduct her interviews with hungry eyes and shiny teeth. Disregarding the people attached to these stories for the chance to turn their lived experiences into trauma porn for views. I know there is strength and power in telling your story, so that’s what I will hold onto for the guests on this podcast. I hope for them the healing that comes from that will overshadow the shows shortcomings.

I really like this podcast, and I really enjoy listening to other people explaining their experiences. The host does a great job of letting the guests speak and tell their stories, but there is a lot of unnecessary information that is shared. If there was a script maybe, or and outline for what the guest generally wants to talk about, maybe the audience would be more interested. Tbh, it really depends on what guest you get. Sometimes they get to the point, and sometimes they drone on and on.

The guests on this show don’t know how to public speak whatsoever. I wish there was more prep or editing or something because hearing “like” every other word has made me pause episodes altogether and never go back.

i’m not sure how i found this, maybe tik tok to be honest, but it’s become one of my favorites. within a month i’ve listened to almost every single episode and ive listened weekly ever since!

love the podcast and the format but some guests give so many unnecessary details to where i lose interest . wish the host would redirect them sometimes

This podcast is great! Dev really lets the people talk! But the mouth noises have to stop…..

I enjoyed the podcast until the guest “Bri” came on. She was absolutely disrespectful calling cops “pigs” because they were there for HER actions. She talks ghetto and was a turn off. You lost a listener after this episode.

I love this podcast, and enjoy hearing each guest share their own POV of their lives. However, please please please do something audio wise about the spit noises. It is enough to not listen when you can hear every bit of saliva in someone’s mouth. Do they just need more water or take water breaks? Keep the guest coming! Thank you for creating this!

You’re podcast is great. The subjects are fantastic. Too many unnecessary details. Edit down to the “meat” of the story.

this week was good EXCEPT HIS MOUTH NOISES! Ugh

This is the type of podcast that I’ve been looking for! I’m sad that I’m all caught up and now I have to wait until Sunday for a new episode. I think there should be at least two episodes a week.

She really just predicted the Palestine attacks??? 😳😨 I’m floored, believe her.

This is such a great show. They bring on so Many different types of stories. I’m a nurse and I related a lot to the story of her interviewing the nurse. I just love it…I love Devs voice . She is such a good interviewer and really helps the guests tell their story in such a way that I want to keep hearing it. I listen to her ever single day on the way to work. Please don’t stop and thank you for your hard work and dedication to this podcast.!!

Love this podcast. The host lets the guests shine and does an awesome job at framing the story. I love the art of story telling and that really shines through on this podcast.

Wish host did a little bit of research before speaking to the guests.

literally the only podcast out here that’s original and not ashamed to address real life topics that are so taboo! I love it, keep it up

Host gets right to the point and lets the guest tell their story! You’re doing amazing girl🩵🩵🩵🩵

I am seeing a lot of negative reviews about the narcissistic mother episode. Besides the odd fat shaming, I related so much the interviewee and enjoyed hearing someone with the same experience as myself.

Lots of interesting guests and topics that are presented in a storytelling format. The host is great because she mostly just listens but does ask questions or offer insight.

I am really enjoying the podcast so far, however, I cannot stand the mouth noises through the audio. The episode with the narcissistic mother was especially cringe, worthy to listen to because all I could hear was the echoing of the spit inside the guests mouth. I really want to continue to listen to more episodes, but I think the audio needs some work.

Randomly came across this podcast and it’s definitely worth a listen. Thank you to everyone on here sharing their story’s.

I started listening recently and immediately noticed a few things. The podcast uses catchy clickbait titles to attract an audience but the content often falls short of providing a responsible and informational narrative. The episodes lack structure, trigger warnings, and resources for listeners. The episode that really got to me was the episode surviving a narcissistic mother, the guest's portrayal of a mother used various harmful stereotypes is deeply problematic. The lack of thoughtful intervention by the host to steer the conversation towards a more understanding and nuanced perspective is concerning. Mental health should be treated with sensitivity, and generalizing behaviors based on diagnoses can contribute to stigma and misinformation. The lack of empathy from this person was truly staggering to listen to. It's important for the hosts to take an active role in guiding conversations, researching these topics, and/ or more advanced editing, especially when dealing with sensitive and potentially harmful topics. These stories should prioritize providing a balanced and respectful perspective. It is possible to allow guests to share their experiences with this in mind. There is potential here! I would reference This Is Really Happening.

Dev talks about specific, hard stuff in transparent ways. She can make complicated subjects accessible.

I love the host of this podcast but the guests for the past few episodes have been pretty hard to listen to. It might just not be for me as I think I’m a little sensitive to listening to such heavy topics from a narrow, personal view.

I was recently sent the episode on having a narcissistic mother by a friend. I found myself cringing to get through this episode. While I understand, you are centering your guests experience. This is their story. The way bipolar disorder is portrayed is really damaging and harmful. The very loud fat phobia throughout this whole episode it’s so bad. Blaming a parent for weight gain and vilifying mom for being in a larger body. I hope that the participant goes to her own therapy and unpacks some of this. If you’re going to interview folks with such an intense personal conversation, I feel you should partner with a therapist, or someone who is a mental health expert to be present.

This pod has a lot of potential, a lot of the stories are really interesting the only issue I have is w the host lol. I get she’s attempting to have a convo but it’s tough listening to reiterations of things that we’re just said of questions that totally go off course and make the persons story confusing. Idk some eps are good some not

I adore this podcast. The guests tell their story so well and I have watched every episode. Devorah is a wonderful host I hope life goes well for her.❤️

Wow, brings light to topics you'll never head about because they might be too taboo. I learned so much and she asked questions I wanted to know but never had the opportunity to. Amazing

Deborah, you are an outstanding interviewer. You truly listen to your guests, allow them to talk without interrupting their thought, ask wonderful questions, and truly empathize with their story. You are a very beautiful person, have really interesting guests, and are wise beyond your years! Keep it up! PS. Your cat (co-host) is the cutest, too!