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The Misery Machine

The Misery Machine
Poppie Van Der Merwe
Child Abuse
Louisa Cornelius Susana Van Der Merwe
Kobus Koekemoer
Colleen Ritzer
Amy St. Laurent
Ame Deal
Afrikaners
Orania
Victim Advocacy
Shirley Deal
David Deal
South Africa
Christo Van Der Merwe
Social Work
Kirstie Flood
Abby Choi Tin Fung
Jeremiah Valencia
Domestic Violence
Houston

There’s a problem with True Crime. Creators idolize perpetrators, shame victims, or are completely checked out on cases while they focus on other things. However, we can’t forget there are victims who lost their lives and families who are still grieving to this day. Furthermore, many True Crime outlets spend their time focusing on themselves or rambling, instead of getting right to the facts of th... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes449Founded6 years ago
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Latest Episodes

It started with a missing couple, and ended with a discovery so disturbing it shocked even seasoned investigators. When police traced a cell phone signal to a remote property in South Carolina, they found a woman chained inside a shipping container. ... more

This week, Drewby and Yergy discuss an incredibly heartbreaking and frustrating case out of Philly, and that's the case of Su’Layah Williams. Su'Layah was taken from her mother over a small Impetigo rash, and placed with a fake family member that fil... more

In January 2018, the heart of Pakistan was shaken by the tragic death of a little girl. Seven-year-old Zainab Amin Ansari vanished while walking to her Qur’an class in her hometown of Kasur, Punjab. ⁠

Five days later, her body was discovered in a ga... more

What started as a toxic marriage in East Texas would end in cold-blooded murder. When 28-year-old Samantha Wohlford’s husband, Ernie Ibarra, was found beaten and left for dead, police uncovered a shocking truth... This wasn’t a robbery gone wrong. It... more

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Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Awful with the Ads

    The amount of Ads are ridiculous and come out of nowhere.

    Apple Podcasts
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    53AKN
    United Statesa month ago
  • So many ads lately 😠

    Always liked this show but just so many ads lately - very disappointing

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fan_91
    Australiaa month ago
  • Those dang ads

    I am absolutely obsessed with the podcasts I just cannot stand the jump scare ads. They are so loud and come out of nowhere. Please fix this.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Brie Trevino
    United Statesa month ago
  • Very exploitative.

    Podchaser
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    anditburnsburnsburns582
    a month ago
  • Commercials

    Way too many ads and there is no signal that they’re coming - listening to the story and ad interrupts right in the

    middle of a sentence.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Buckeyefan74
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the podcast's focus on lesser-known cases and the sensitivity with which victims' stories are handled.
Many find the hosts relatable and engaging, contributing to their enjoyment of the content.
Some critiques point to a perceived change in the hosts' expressive style, suggesting they may have become too politically correct or emotionally reserved.
There are concerns about the pacing and the number of advertisements interrupting the narrative flow.

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The Case of Su’Layah Williams
Q: Do you believe your daughter would still be alive if she wasn't placed in DHS care?
Titiana firmly believes that Su'Layah would still be alive if she had not been placed in DHS care.
The Case of Athena Strand
Q: What led you to that location where her body was recovered?
Sheriff noted that it was due to the work of the Rangers and investigators who conducted interviews and followed interrogation leads.
The Case of Athena Strand
Q: Do you know if this man knew Athena or her family?
No, Tanner was not related and did not know the family.
The Case of Joel Parks
Q: When did this happen?
Joel was found deceased by his sister after she had gone to check on him.
The Case of Joel Parks
Q: What did she use to overdose him?
The investigation is still active, and toxicology results are pending.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Misery Machine

What is The Misery Machine about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast provides a fresh perspective on the true crime genre, focusing on the often-overlooked narratives of victims and the lasting impact on their families and communities. By emphasizing cases that receive little media attention, it challenges the sensationalist tendencies seen in other productions and aims to give voice to those who have suffered. The hosts tackle a variety of disturbing and complex cases, exploring not just the events themselves, but also the societal implications and systemic failures within the justice and protective systems.

Unique aspects include the dedicated approach to fact-checking, respectful storytelling, and a commitment to the emotional truths behind each case. This podcast likely resonates with listen... more

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1. Suffer the Little Children
2. Stolen Lives True Crime
3. Human Monsters
4. This Is Monsters
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The Misery Machine launched 6 years ago and published 449 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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2. Sarah Calderon
3. Terry Saunders
4. Christopher Collings

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