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The Misery Machine

The Misery Machine
Poppie Van Der Merwe
Child Abuse
Kobus Koekemoer
Louisa Cornelius Susana Van Der Merwe
Colleen Ritzer
Amy St. Laurent
Ame Deal
Victim Advocacy
Orania
Afrikaners
David Deal
Shirley Deal
South Africa
Social Work
Christo Van Der Merwe
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 weeklyEpisodes443Founded6 years ago
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This week, Drewby and Yergy head to Akron, Ohio, to discuss the case of Ashley Biggs, a young mother who after leaving the Army, was in the middle of a brutal custody battles with her ex, Chad Cobb, and his new wife, Erica. After a bogus pizza delive... more

This week, Drewby and Yergy head back to NYC to discuss the case of Julissia Batties, who was failed repeatedly by child welfare officials. Even after her grandmother, Yolanda Davis, provided recorded proof that her granddaughter was in distress, the... more

This week, Drewby and Yergy head back to Georgia to discuss the case of Reygan Ajai Moon, a 2-year-old little girl who never had a chance at life. While her mother, Devin, was working 12-hour shifts at a local "adults only" club, little Reygan was lo... more

This week, Drewby and Yergy head back over across the pond to discuss the case of David Fuller, a British man who committed a serious of heinous crimes in the 1980's known as the Bedsit Murders. But it wasn't until recently that the full scope of Dav... more

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Hosts

Yergy
Drewby

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Fix the ads

    Can’t listen anymore due to the insane amount of poorly placed ads. What happened???

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Scammed in NYC
    United Statesa month ago
  • Lori Paige

    Wow. Your coverage of Lori Paige is riddled with misinformation and inaccuracies. I’m shocked, and frankly appalled, that clearly proper research was not conducted. This makes me now question every single episode you’ve put out. Do better.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Patty Podcast
    United States2 months ago
  • Love it!

    I recently discovered this podcast. It’s great! Both have amazing voices and tell tough stories with respect and good fact checking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yksikaksi683
    Denmark2 months ago
  • I love it

    I love listening to this while playing Wario land 3

    Apple Podcasts
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  • Very entertaining. They play off each other well.

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Listeners appreciate the detailed and compassionate storytelling that honors victims rather than sensationalizing their tragedies.
The balanced presentation of grim content allows audiences to engage while reflecting on deeper social issues related to crime and justice.
Some listeners have critiqued the advertising choices, indicating that they can disrupt the flow of important narratives.
Many express gratitude for focusing on lesser-known cases and for providing a voice to marginalized victims.

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#190
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Talking Points

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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.
The Case of Melony Rose Granados
Q: Can you talk about the impact officers have arriving on the scene and hearing about this child?
These specific calls are just heartbreaking and impactful on the officers, who often have children around this age.

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The content centers around true crime cases that are often overlooked by mainstream media, emphasizing the stories of victims and the profound effects on communities. Each episode presents detailed accounts of tragic events, aiming to shed light on systemic failures, societal issues, and the importance of advocacy for marginalized voices. By focusing on the human experiences behind these crimes, the discussions often reflect on broader implications related to violence, justice, and the need for societal reform. Unique to this podcast is its commitment to honoring the victims and engaging in meaningful discourse about the impact of these tragedies on families and communities.

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1. Suffer the Little Children
2. Stolen Lives True Crime
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4. Human Monsters
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The Misery Machine launched 6 years ago and published 443 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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4. Christopher Collings

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