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The Girlfriends: Untouchable - Season 4

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Gail Katz
Domestic Violence
Bob Bierenbaum
Missing Persons
Staten Island
Murder
Heidi Balch
Gail Katz Bierenbaum
Violence Against Women Act
Minot, North Dakota
Cold Case Investigation
DNA Doe Project
New York City
Namus
Stacey Reddish
Intimate Partner Violence
DNA Testing
Las Vegas
Domestic Abuse
NYPD

When Niko Quinn saw her favourite cousin murdered in broad daylight, her life turned upside down. She went looking for justice, but instead uncovered a dark scandal at the heart of her community: A police detective had spent decades targeting, threatening and sexually abusing black women across Kansas City Kansas.

Detective Roger Golubski used the power of his badge to launch a reign of terror. H... more

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What are your rights if you’re stopped by a police officer? What evidence would you need to build a case if you were a victim of police misconduct? In this episode Nikki dives into the laws and protocols surrounding police conduct to share tips for h... more

Quindaro was once home to a stop on the Underground Railroad. In this episode, Nikki traces the long, rich, revolutionary history of Kansas City Kansas through the lens of a freedman who escaped slavery to make Quindaro home.

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We’ve explored how people fight for justice, but how are the women whose lives were affected by Roger Golubski healing the aftermath of their trauma? In this episode, Khadijah and Nikki discuss the power of sisterhood and how community based programm... more

As Nikki and Khadijah start to pick up the pieces, they discover the story is darker than they could have ever imagined. The shocking news takes them back to the very beginning, where they uncover a vital missing piece in the puzzle.

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Recent Guests

Nikiya Hope
Runs a nonprofit in Kansas City inspired by her great-great-grandfather who escaped slavery.
Episode: The Girlfriends S4/Bonus Ep 1: The Freedom Seekers of Kansas City
Maisha Hill
A dedicated activist and author fighting to get Black women into therapy and on their healing journeys.
Founder of Brown Sisters Speak
Episode: The Girlfriends S4/Bonus Ep 2: A Girlfriends Guide to Healing in The Aftermath of Trauma
Ophelia Williams
Mother of twins who alleged Golubski assaulted her.
Episode: The Girlfriends S4/E7: The Reckoning
Lamont MacIntyre
Spent 23 years in prison after being arrested by Roger Golubski.
Episode: The Girlfriends S4/E7: The Reckoning
Tina Peterson
Former victim advocate who witnessed Golubski's abuse.
Episode: The Girlfriends S4/E7: The Reckoning
Niko Quinn
Sister of Stacey Quinn and central figure in the story of her murder
Episode: The Girlfriends S4/E5: I Smell A Rat
Roger Golubski
Former police detective accused of abusing his power
Episode: The Girlfriends S4/E5: I Smell A Rat
Marcus Washington
Local man involved in the investigation of Stacey's murder
Episode: The Girlfriends S4/E5: I Smell A Rat
Rose McIntyre
A mother whose son was wrongfully convicted and has a history with Detective Golubski.
Episode: The Girlfriends S4/E2: So Help Me God

Hosts

Nikki Richardson
Narrator and host, known for her work on exposing stories of systemic injustice and sharing personal narratives surrounding true crime.
Anna Sinfield
Host and storyteller, spotlighting female narratives and the complexities of justice within true crime.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 10.4k ratings
  • Oh, brother.

    Second season is unbearable garbage. Between all of the main “girlfriends” being hopelessly full of themselves, it’s clear they wanted to find their missing “sister” in order to create a second season and keep that ad money rolling in. Rolling in it must be, because they have repetitive ads for 1/3 of each episode (seriously, it’s like 10 minutes for every 32). The real kicker is they didn’t do anything. The case was already solved, so that whole season was just an exercise in futility. Give up ... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Sam’sEar
    United Statesa month ago
  • Season 4

    I don’t know what’s going to happen for season 5 but all I want is more from the creators of season 4!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bigred<3u
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great season

    I’ve enjoyed every season of this podcast but season 4 is absolutely riveting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nerdtak
    United Statesa month ago
  • Season 3 not for me

    I really enjoyed Seasons 1 & 2. I laughed along and enjoyed the conversations of the ladies. Season 3 so far has just not been for me. The whole victim hood is hard to hear be blamed for everything that went wrong in Kelly’s life. At some point she made her own choices also. I hope this narrative changes at some point because it’s hard to sit through episodes after episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Maritime902
    Canada3 months ago
  • Loved season 1 but now disappointed

    I loved the first season of this podcast but I’m not sure I like where it’s gone. In the penultimate episode of season 3, the interviewee says ‘People who have done harm and people who have been harmed - they’re the same people’. So if we take that statement back to the first series, is that what we’re saying about the abusive ex-boyfriend? I get that it’s nuanced, but I don’t really understand what we’re saying here.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Squishy1993
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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The emotional storytelling resonates deeply with the audience, creating a powerful connection to the victims.
Listeners praise the podcast for shedding light on systemic issues and advocating for change, while some express frustration regarding the frequency and length of ads.
The blend of personal and systemic narratives is appreciated, highlighting the complexities faced by women in marginalized communities.

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#114
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#80
Canada/True Crime
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#146
United Kingdom/True Crime
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#111
Australia/True Crime
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#223
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#247
France/True Crime

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The Girlfriends: Spotlight, E9: Jasvinder Redefines Honour
Q: What would you say to people who kind of feel like that?
Cultural acceptance does not mean accepting the unacceptable. We need to question when young girls go missing.
The Girlfriends S3/Bonus Ep 4: Live from Wilderness with Kate Summerscale
Q: Do you need to do that at all?
It feels a big relief. Maybe this is the case for any writer, but with a story as intense as this, there's great relief in sharing it with other people.
The Girlfriends S3/E1: Hell's Gate
Q: Do you want to start us from earlier on that day, like what you had been doing?
Kelly recounts her experiences leading up to the night of July 6, 2010, detailing her struggles with addiction and her tumultuous relationship with Tommy.
The Girlfriends: Spotlight, E5: Rose Solves, At Least, 86 Cold Cases
Q: What message would you give to survivors of sexual violence who are listening to this podcast?
Whatever department that handled your case, whenever it was, call them, because most departments across the country have cold case sexual assault teams now.
The Girlfriends: Spotlight, E3: Nelly Goes Undercover
Q: How did Nelly's work help give a voice to women's issues?
Only a woman can go undercover in woman's spaces, allowing for unique insights into the treatment of women in various societal institutions.

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Focusing on systemic issues within law enforcement, the content weaves compelling narratives through deeply personal accounts, mainly centered around the struggles of marginalized women, particularly in Kansas City. Key themes include bravery, sisterhood, and the fight against victimization and injustice, often spotlighting individual stories of trauma and resilience in the face of systemic abuse. This sharp exploration of corruption within the police force is particularly poignant, as it not only recounts personal tragedies but also challenges broader societal issues surrounding violence and oppression against women of color.

The format typically involves a blend of storytelling and interviews, providing a platform for diverse voices rela... more

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2. Maisha Hill
3. Ophelia Williams
4. Lamont MacIntyre
5. Tina Peterson
6. Niko Quinn
7. Roger Golubski
8. Marcus Washington

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