I only discovered Crime Junkie a few months ago, but oh my gosh — I’m completely hooked. I binge episodes like crazy and it’s become such a comforting part of my routine. It might sound strange, but Ashley Flowers and Brit Prawat have actually helped me with my depression and anxiety. Their voices, their humor, and their compassion create a space where I feel less alone.
What I love most is how respectfully they tell these stories. They never forget that these are real people with families who love them. It makes me feel like, heaven forbid anything ever happened to me, they would tell my story with the same care and dignity. (But fingers crossed that never happens! 😅)
They’re also just hilarious — I find myself laughing out loud in the middle of some of the heaviest topics. And those added segments at the end of episodes? Love them. When Brit was gone for a while, I literally had tears in my eyes waiting for her to return. Brit, you’re beautiful, strong, and so loved (I know I’m not the only one who feels that way).
Even my 3-year-old mini Bernedoodle, Mia, is a fan — she curls up on my lap while I listen. I like to think she’s trying to learn how to stay safe too 😂. She’s a little too playful sometimes (she’s even been the unofficial “office pet” at the local police station 🙄), but she clearly knows good content when she hears it.
Ashley and Brit, thank you for creating something that’s not just a podcast, but a lifeline for people like me. If you ever need a random listener from Pennsylvania (with her crime-fighting pup in tow) on an episode, hit me up — I’ll be there with bells on! 🩷
