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The Girlfriends: Spotlight

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

The number 1 hit true crime series is back with more women fighting crime, battling injustice and seriously kicking ass.In Season 1 of The Girlfriends: Spotlight, our global gang of girlfriends grew to include Pussy Riot’s punk icon and political prisoner Nadya Tolokonnikova, British Nigerian beauty queen and founder of Miss Trans Global, Miss saHHara and ‘The Erin Brockovich of East Africa’, envi... more

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The number 1 hit true crime series is back with more women fighting crime, battling injustice and seriously kicking ass.

In Season 1 of The Girlfriends: Spotlight, our global gang of girlfriends grew to include Pussy Riot’s punk icon and political p... more

When you’ve suffered childhood trauma, endured alcohol abuse, been through awful bereavements, how can you heal? For Silvia Vasquez-Lavado the answer was to climb to the top of the world - and then take other traumatised women and girls with her.

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Recent Guests

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
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
Mark Dupree
First Black district attorney in Wyandotte County, community activist, and lawyer
Wyandotte County District Attorney's Office
Episode: The Girlfriends S4/Bonus Ep 4: A Girlfriends Guide to Making a Change
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

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
  • It’s good but…

    I really enjoyed the first season. The 2nd season I have lost all interest but I’ll finish it. I’m really annoyed with the ads tho…too many ads it makes me want to just not listen at all.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    lac042411
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast but WAY too many ads.

    The postcast and hosts are great but the amount of ads make it completely unbearable to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Erosedhsbaoab
    Australiaa month ago
  • Amazing

    So insightful! So much courage displayed by the victims and their dedication to share their stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blyncher
    United Statesa month ago
  • Season 4

    Excellent reporting and as always, totally horrifying to once again learn about the predatory and systematic rape, murder, and abuse of authority in poor, black and disadvantaged communities. As a white women, I’m just like, once again, speechless. I understand that’s not the point, but you get me. Heightens my awareness, opens my mind and humbles me: sending strength and respect to all these brave men, women and families.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Binged it. 2 thumbs up.
    United Statesa month ago
  • Unskilled; poor pronunciation

    Meh. Poor pronunciation and frankly a bit ghetto.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Zamalama69
    United States2 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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Apple Podcasts
#190
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#201
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#185
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#38
Ukraine/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#99
Belgium/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#143
Taiwan/True Crime

Talking Points

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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.
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.

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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. Marville McCain Parker
3. Mark Dupree
4. Nikiya Hope
5. Maisha Hill
6. Ophelia Williams
7. Lamont MacIntyre
8. Tina Peterson

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