Ear Hustle

Long time listener, first time reviewer. I just listened to the episodes about Death Row and Condemned Row, as well as the follow-up episode with listener input. I’m really surprised people suddenly want this podcast to be something it isn’t. Ear Hustle finds the most compelling way to share stories without too much bias or judgement, and it’s about the people you are connecting with and honoring their stories. I work with survivors of violence (sexual crimes and intimate partner violence), and this show has helped me find understanding and compassion for people that harm others in a way I never had before. There are so many things that happen in someone’s life before they get to the place of committing a heinous crime. It will never excuse violence, or make it okay, but it does give it context and sometimes that context can bring a level of peace because it takes away feelings of hatred. I commend Ear Hustle for how you have handled stories, from the jump, and I will always recommend your podcast when people want incredible stories with depth, heart, and humor.

The subject matter is quite interesting. The background music, however, is way too distracting, meaningless and loud. Unfortunately I have given up attempting to follow this podcast specifically because of the inappropriate use of music.

Fentanyl addicted scum bag deserved what he got

I truly appreciate the decision to generally not discuss people’s crimes. As another podcast said, “no one should be defined by the worst day of their life.” Enoch media discusses the criminal system from by re-litigating people’s actions. I love that Ear Hustle humanizes incarcerated people. I always go back to the episode about pets, which showed that even the toughest, hardest men need to express their nurturing side. Besides, many people are still going through appeals and we as listeners shouldn’t be in the position to affect their legal cases.