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Suicide
Sherry Zhang
Luisa
True Crime
Cassette Tapes
Regret
Self Harm
Ghostwriting
Motherhood
Personal Identity
Family Relationships
Mental Health
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Sherry Zhang committed suicide in 1989. When she died, she left behind a baby daughter and unbeknownst to her family, dozens of cassette tapes recording her innermost thoughts. Years later, Luisa, the child Sherry left behind, learns about these tapes and decides to finally get to know the mother she lost through her own words. But the more she listens, the more questions she has. *Official Select... more

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"It just takes a few a**holes to ruin everything."

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"What are the chances?"

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"It's okay, I'll remind you."

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Captivating

    On top of superb story telling and pacing, this podcast is incredibly well written and acted. I can't wait for the next episode!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TacoDancer69
    United States13 days ago
  • Hottest new podcast

    In my best Stefon impression: the hottest new podcast is Babalu. It has everything—drama, intrigue, suspense, humor. But seriously, the story is brilliantly conceived, and the execution is top-notch across the board: the writing, the acting, the sound design. Can’t wait to hear how it plays out.

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    5
    bcbeardsley
    United States14 days ago
  • First narrative podcast

    I’ve never listened to a narrative podcast before and I was BLOWN AWAY. The story is gorgeous and so well written that it has made me a fan of this whole genre/medium/thing. Can’t wait to listen to the rest of the tapes along with Babalu!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bizarro lantern
    United States14 days ago
  • Tender, Funny, and Gripping!

    This story has me on the edge of my seat in the BEST way! 💜 One minute I’m about to cry, the next minute I’m laughing out loud! Awesome sound production and performances by the cast. I can’t wait to tune in to more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackasaurusrexx
    United States15 days ago
  • WE ARE SO BACK

    ITS FINALLY HERE

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johnny O'Hagan
    United States16 days ago

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Q: Have you ever considered working with a therapist to help process and unpack all of this?
No, I haven't because I am a psychopath.

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