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173.3K - 288.8K listeners Female 4.7 rating 11553 reviews 124 episodes USA

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Love is more than you think. From the creators of Criminal. New episodes twice a month. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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Recent Hosts, Guests & Topics

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Hosts

N/A Unknown Phoebe Judge

Previous Guests

Jeanne Abel

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Alan Abel

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Jenny Abel

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Jeff Hockett

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Phoebe

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Lauren Spohrer

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Sally Winey

Sally Winey has been repairing damaged stuffed animals for over 40 years. She specializes in restoring cherished toys that hold sentimental value for their owners, helping to preserve memories and emotional connections. Her work involves careful cleaning, mending, and restoring stuffed animals to their original condition, often working with sentimental items sent from all over. Sally's dedication to her craft has made her a trusted figure among those seeking to preserve their childhood keepsakes.

Terence McPherson

Terence McPherson is a professional in the field of finance and personal budgeting. He has a background in financial consulting and is known for his insights on managing money in relationships. Terence is passionate about helping individuals navigate financial discussions and improve their financial literacy.

Shawnika Giger

Shawnika Giger is a social media strategist and content creator based in Atlanta. She has experience in digital marketing and is known for her engaging storytelling. Shawnika often shares her experiences and insights on relationships and personal finance, aiming to empower others in their financial journeys.

Topics Discussed

love protest 1963 Jeanne Abel Alan Abel picketing White House animal rights documentary Abel Raises Cain Criminal Plus behind-the-scenes conversations Phoebe Lauren Spohrer Bambi judge ordered a man to watch Bambi stuffed animal repair Sally Winey emotional attachment to toys money dating relationships Atlanta blind date The Guardian strangers dates

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Episodes

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0:00 32:28

An American Original

June 04, 2025

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Jeanne Abel Alan Abel Jenny Abel Jeff Hockett

love protest 1963 Jeanne Abel Alan Abel picketing White House animal rights documentary Abel Raises Cain

In 1963, Jeanne and Alan Abel traveled to Washington, DC to picket in front of the White House. They said they were part of a campaign that wanted to put clothes on animals — including the first lady’s horse.

Jenny Abel and her husband, Jeff Hockett, made a documentary about her parents called Abel Raises Cain.

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0:00 24:27

Bambi, a Burrito Bowl, and Barry Manilow

May 30, 2025

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Phoebe Lauren Spohrer

Criminal Plus behind-the-scenes conversations Phoebe Lauren Spohrer Bambi judge ordered a man to watch Bambi

Two years ago, we started making Criminal Plus episodes — behind-the-scenes conversations featuring Phoebe and Criminal co-creator Lauren Spohrer. Today, we’re sharing some of those conversations with you — about everything from Phoebe’s jangly bracelets to the reason a judge ordered a man to watch Bambi.

And we’re also sharing a promo code if you’d like to support our work and join our membership program. Use the code “JOINUS” for 20% off of an annual Criminal Plus membership, at ⁠thisiscriminal.com/plus⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

0:00 34:48

The Bear Repair

May 21, 2025

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Sally Winey

stuffed animal repair Sally Winey emotional attachment to toys

For the past 40 years, people have been sending Sally Winey their damaged stuffed animals, and she's been doing what she can to repair them. "That bear's been with them through everything.”

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0:00 44:40

This Is Uncomfortable

May 07, 2025

Phoebe Judge

Terence McPherson Shawnika Giger

money dating relationships Atlanta

Terence McPherson and Shawnika Giger met at a party in Atlanta, and went on their first date a few weeks later. Things were going well, until they started to talk about money.

This episode is in collaboration with our friends at This Is Uncomfortable.

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0:00 38:54

And... Did You Kiss? Part 2

April 23, 2025

blind date The Guardian strangers dates relationships

When The Guardian sends two strangers on a blind date, the last question they have to answer for the newspaper column is “Would you meet again?” We asked people how their dates went – and what happened next.

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Ratings

Global:

4.7 rating 11553 reviews

USA

4.7 ratings 8900 reviews

Canada

4.8 ratings 1100 reviews

Australia

4.8 ratings 663 reviews

UK

4.8 ratings 630 reviews

New Zealand

4.8 ratings 108 reviews

Ireland

4.9 ratings 84 reviews

South Africa

4.9 ratings 59 reviews

Singapore

5.0 ratings 9 reviews