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The Girlfriends: Trust Me Babe

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Domestic Violence
Roger Golubski
Gail Katz
Bob Bierenbaum
Mental Health
Derek Alldred
Justice System
Sexual Assault
Murder
Kansas City
Kelly Harnett
Sisterhood
Trauma
Police Misconduct
Substance Abuse
Niko Quinn
Missing Persons
Suicide
Staten Island
Heidi Balch

When a group of women from all over the country realise they all dated the same prolific romance scammer they vow to bring him to justice.

In this brand new season of global number 1 hit podcast, The Girlfriends, Anna Sinfield meets a group of funny, feisty, determined women who all had the misfortune of dating a mysterious man named Derek Alldred.

Trust Me Babe is a story about the protective... more

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When Derek Alldred was finally convicted in 2017, it was far from his first run-in with the law.

In fact, more than a decade earlier, he found himself in the crosshairs of one determined California fire investigator, named Tom Oldag, who suspected... more

Confronting your bestie’s terrible boyfriend about his toxic behaviour can be tempting, but is it always the best course of action? How do you strike a balance between protecting your friend from becoming isolated, and being honest with them about yo... more

In the years leading up to Derek’s conviction, his victims sometimes came forward to the media about their experiences.

But when they did so, the reaction from the public wasn’t always sympathetic.

In bonus episode one, Anna takes a closer look... more

Girlfriends from all over the country finally converge on a house in Texas.

And they meet a woman who’s been waiting on answers from Derek Alldred, for decades.

If you’re affected by any of the themes in this show, our charity partners NO MORE h... more

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Recent Guests

Rachel Monroe
Journalist who covered the case for The Atlantic
The Atlantic
Episode: The Girlfriends S5/Bonus Ep 1: Get Back Down Here Off Your High Horse
Lejla Damon
Bosnian woman born out of sexual violence during the Bosnian War, activist and advocate
The Forgotten Children of War (founder/advocate)
Episode: The Girlfriends: Spotlight, E19: Lejla Fights for the Invisible
Ina Dalic
Bosnian woman who was born out of sexual violence, ally and interpreter in first meeting
War Child/ The Forgotten Children of War
Episode: The Girlfriends: Spotlight, E19: Lejla Fights for the Invisible
Antonia Crane
Writer, activist, and former Lusty Lady dancer
Antonia Crane / Strippers United / Stripper Worker Center
Episode: The Girlfriends: Spotlight, E18: Antonia Pickets the Lusty Lady
Catherine Ordway
Australian academic and former cricketer who helped organize their evacuation
Guardian Angels team; Australia
Episode: The Girlfriends: Spotlight, E17: Tooba Stumps the Taliban
Gwen Strauss
Author researching Hélène and The Nine; granddaughter/niece family connection
Author of The Nine
Episode: The Girlfriends: Spotlight, E16: Hélène Outwits the Nazis
Silvia Vasquez-Lavado
An accomplished mountaineer and founder of Courageous Girls, dedicated to helping women heal from trauma through outdoor adventures.
Courageous Girls
Episode: The Girlfriends: Spotlight, E13: Silvia Climbs to the Top of the World
Tamara Cherry
Celebrated crime reporter and journalist, author of The Trauma Beat
Journalist; author
Episode: The Girlfriends S4/Bonus Ep 6: How to Put a Spotlight on Your Story
Marville McCain Parker
Executive Director of the Emmet Till and Mamie Till Mobley Institute, and eyewitness to the abduction of Emmet Till.
Emmet Till and Mamie Till Mobley Institute
Episode: The Girlfriends S4/Bonus Ep 5: Sparking A Movement

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Anna Sinfield
Host of multiple Girlfriends series installments; credited with guiding narrative and survivor-centered storytelling; appears across iHeart Podcasts.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 10.5k ratings
  • Season 5 -- Trust Me Babe. What a great show! Really interesting and engaging. Great host! Will go back to other seasons and look forward to the next ones!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    maybeMarisaM
    8 days ago
  • Ohhhh my gosh this is so good

    I am so surprised that this podcast was so good. This is the best podcast I have ever heard. I was so sad that there is only 5 seasons, I want there to be more. And don’t start with the theme music, it is so good and kinda catchy. I hope that I can find more podcasts like this but I can never find one. I 150% recommend to hear. I get so mad when there is ads because I just want to hear the podcast. My favorite one was probably the one where the teen boy got in prison for killing someone but then... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dawggg62
    United States12 days ago
  • Strength in Numbers

    The women in your story are incredible! The critics have an inflated sense of their own invulnerability. The truth is scammers can fool anyone. Stop the judgment and give these women the credit they deserve.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MKArvin
    United States14 days ago
  • Only gets better w/ each season

    Wow. Just an incredible listen that gets better with each season and topic. A unique beginning to a series that blossoms into so much more, with new friendships, connections and some closure to those in need of it— even if unexpected. Heartwarming, even amid tragedy, the bravery and tenacity of these women are exemplary, especially in season three's subject, Kelly, the fierce Jailhouse Law Clerk.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    elks.19
    Canada15 days ago
  • Just Listen

    My jaw dropped, I cried, I gasped, I cussed, I laughed, I loved listening to this podcast.

    Women are so dope.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JenZFlow
    United States17 days ago

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#44
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#165
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#190
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#22
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Apple Podcasts
#38
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#209
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The Girlfriends: Spotlight, E18: Antonia Pickets the Lusty Lady
Q: What prompted the shift from working conditions to unionizing and seeking protections?
Discriminatory shifts, exploitative fees, and a hostile management environment led the workers to seek formal protections through a union, which also helped address safety and anti-discrimination concerns.
The Girlfriends: Spotlight, E18: Antonia Pickets the Lusty Lady
Q: Would you be able to paint a bit of a picture of what your life was like in San Francisco before you started at The Lusty Lady?
Crane describes a gritty, activist-filled scene with protests, financial struggles, and a desire to reclaim agency through performance art and work in lap dancing clubs to challenge patriarchy.
The Girlfriends: Spotlight, E15: Jacquie Saves a Hostage
Q: How does it feel for you to have to take on a job like that?
It's a job. Honestly, that sounds awful, doesn't it? It's a job. It's something that needs doing. At the end of the day, you're trying to do the right thing.
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.

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A gripping true-crime and survivor-story podcast centered on a group of women who uncover and pursue justice against a prolific romance scammer they all dated. Through first-hand testimonies, investigative reporting, and coordinated action, it explores the emotional toll on victims, media dynamics, and how a sisterhood of survivors channels grief into accountability. Notable for centering victims and providing practical insights into collective action, journalism ethics, and survivor advocacy, it often blends investigative rigor with intimate storytelling, making it a compelling listen for audiences interested in justice, empowerment, and real-world impact.

What stands out is the ongoing focus on empowerment and accountability—stories are ... more

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