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Come Closer

Rae Review
The Yogurt Shop Murders
Mental Health
True Crime
Marybeth Tinning
Munchausen By Proxy Syndrome
Mitrice Richardson
David Reimer
Albert Fish
SIDS
Steven Pladl
Katie Pladl
Mary Bell
Child Abuse
Mental Health Crisis
Dr. John Money
Ed Gein
Psychological Trauma
Dark History
Human Behavior
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

Featured in The Guardian's Best Podcasts of the Week. New episode every other Wednesday. Come Closer is a dark true crime podcast exposing the most disturbing crimes and psychologically twisted cases. Hosted by Rae Review, Aries goddess, Keeper of Dark Stories, minor deity with major opinions. Two million people followed Rae Review across TikTok and Instagram. I've evolved since then. Same mind, s... more

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The Green River Killer was also an unassuming-looking man named Gary Ridgway. He made a bet that if he killed women society had already written off, nobody would come looking. For nearly 20 years, he won and got away with it.

After he was caught, G... more

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Betty Broderick is often remembered as the ultimate woman scorned, but that story leaves out the psychological damage, manipulation, and betrayal that pushed her to the edge. If you think you know... more

Inside the ‘Vampire Cult’ Murder Case: Chet Hardin on Sydney Loofe, Aubrey Trail & Bailey Boswell.

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I'm Rae Review, Aries Goddess and Keeper of Dark Stories. Today, I'm telling my version of the story of Medusa. The myth, the misogyny, and how the "monster” narrative was edit... more

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Recent Guests

Chet Hardin
Investigative journalist and author
Author of The Vampire's Cult
Episode: The Vampire's Cult - with investigative journalist Chet Hardin
Edward Cohn
Defense Attorney
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Episode: Nikki Addimando: The Gun Was His. She Got 19 Years to Life. (with Edward Cohn)
Detective Dan Jackson
Lead investigator on The Yogurt Shop Murders
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Episode: The Yogurt Shop Murders: Inside HBO's Final Episode (With Detective Dan Jackson)
Margaret Brown
Director of the HBO documentary series The Yogurt Shop Murders
HBO / HBO Documentary Films
Episode: The Yogurt Shop Murders: Inside HBO's Final Episode (With Director Margaret Brown)
Alice from Truly Criminal
Guest introduced as Alice from Truly Criminal
Truly Criminal
Episode: She Was Tortured for Your Right to Vote

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Rae Review
Host of Come Closer; Aries goddess persona; long-form true crime narration with a verdict segment.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 163 ratings
  • Solid

    I also found you on Instagram and I enjoy the cases you choose, the detail you go into without seeming to glorify anything and the respect with which you handle the more serious issues. And I, too, think you have a great voice for audio and I hope you keep up with more Rae Reviews. 🖤

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Itunesisannoying
    Canadaa month ago
  • Just Rae

    Great stories but I liked it better when you were just Rae

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    rda0609
    United States2 months ago
  • Too much music

    The story telling is great but the background music is just too much so loud can’t really understand the story with all the noise in the background sometimes definitely over powers the story!!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Vanessa12345$?(
    United States4 months ago
  • Exceptional True Crime Podcast

    Rae Review reports true crime stories with a calm, quiet tone. A voice is given to the injustices against victims. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moose rock!
    United States7 months ago
  • Wonderfully Told Story!

    Thank you for your excellent retelling of this truly dark story. Cannot wait to dive into more as the podcast goes thru its relaunch! Keep lights ON, and the stores coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Midlife Movie Maven
    United States9 months ago

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Nikki Addimando: The Gun Was His. She Got 19 Years to Life. (with Edward Cohn)
Q: Can you tell me a little about how you became a defense attorney and how that became your journey?
He explains he wanted to represent actual human beings and found advocacy and negotiation to be a natural fit, eventually building a practice through court appointments before going fully retained.

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A dark true-crime storytelling show led by a charismatic host who blends meticulous case detail with a personal verdict delivered in a mythic, nine-ring framework. Episodes span high-profile domestic cases, historical crimes, and psychological analyses, often linking trauma, manipulation, and societal reactions to broader cultural themes. The host's calm narration and forensic-style storytelling are notable, as is the signature ending that sentences perpetrators to metaphorical hell. The format, guest mix, and episodic tone suggest a loyal, engaged audience that appreciates thoughtful critique alongside gripping narratives. The show stands out for its blend of historical mythology references, feminist perspectives, and a willingness to chal... more

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Come Closer launched 3 years ago and published 36 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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