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Stephanie Stuckey's avatar

I just finished all three episodes. I had to binge listen to them, I kept wanting to know how the story ends. It’s a tale of grace and redemption, but also a reminder to all of us to do the right thing. Rannah Gray could have easily hit the delete button when she received a disturbing email from a stranger. But she didn’t. What she did took courage and changed people’s lives. Thanks for sharing this story in such a compelling way.

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Jed Lipinski's avatar

Thanks so much for this comment Stephanie. I'm so glad the story resonated with you. I was very lucky that everyone in the story was so willing to participate and talk so openly about the case, especially Rannah and Ethan. Hoping to find some more stories of this caliber down the line.

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Rannah Gray's avatar

Thank you for your kind words, Stephanie. Jed told our story so well. I loved your book and I'm a big fan of what you're doing. When your travels bring you back to Louisiana, let's meet for a pecan log roll...or two.

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Tui Hill's avatar

I listened to the first two episodes together, then had to wait with bated breath for the last episode to drop. Though I'd heard the outline of the story on another podcast some time back I was really hanging out to hear how from them the 'ending' affected Ethan and other victims, Mary Jane and Rannah, and everyone you interviewed. Hearing Ethan's voice throughout was wrenching and... I keep thinking 'triumphant'?

This series is a masterclass to everyone doing true crime, a reminder of what real journalists bring to their work with interviewing skills and storytelling.

Hoping that paid work will come my way soon, because I'd love to be able to support you (and a couple of other outstanding Substackers) to keep going.

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Jed Lipinski's avatar

Thank you Tui. Since the story has been out there for a long time that's what I was hoping people would stick around for. I felt the same way about the ending and how inspiring it was to hear Ethan's view of the whole ordeal today, now that Rannah's book is out.

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Rannah Gray's avatar

Thanks, Jed, for telling our story so well. Before this experience, I could have never imagined it. I have so much respect for the survivors of abuse I met in the UK, especially Ethan. His courage continues to amaze me.

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Jed Lipinski's avatar

Footnote: Rannah's book about the Scott Rogers case is called Familiar Evil. It's really good and goes into a lot more depth than our mini-series. https://www.amazon.com/Familiar-Evil-Rannah-Gray/dp/0578170728

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Brook Vanderford's avatar

I just listened to part three, and I’m not sure when I was this moved by a podcast story in recent years. Maybe it’s because some things going on in the world right now just feel so heavy and dark and hard to overcome that I just needed to hear a story where good people ultimately prevail over the worst of monsters. Thank you for telling this one at this particular time. 🖤

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Jed Lipinski's avatar

I really appreciate this comment, Brook. Stories like this one remind me why we do this show. I’m glad it meant something to you.

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Brook Vanderford's avatar

It really did. I look forward to all your eps but this story just landed in a way I needed right now. Thanks again. ☺️

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Rannah Gray's avatar

Brook, your comments mean a lot to me, too. Jed did such a great job telling our story. I feel just like you at times. But if the story teaches us anything, it's that we can't give up. All the best to you.

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Brook Vanderford's avatar

Thanks so much for your comment to me! It’s wonderful to hear from you. The world needs more people fighting the good fight and you are a shining example of exactly that. Thank you for the inspiration to keep trying to be the light in a world that can be very dark. 💛

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J Rose's avatar

Love the show, keep up the great work!

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Jed Lipinski's avatar

Thanks so much J!

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John Fontenot's avatar

Let me just say I love your podcast and are always anxious for the the next episode. On the Scott Roger’s case I’m wondering why you didn’t touch more on his daughter or so called daughter (I can’t remember which statement is true) I just remember she was so prominent in his persona as I watched him on local television at the time. Naturally she’s dropped out of site but I’ve have always been interested on what happened to her.

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