Listener sentiment
The most recent ratings through September 2026 continue the downward trajectory noted in the prior summary, with the audience tilting further toward disillusionment. Several September reviews from longtime listeners describe the podcast as having "fallen apart," with one saying they fast-forwarded through an episode for the first time and another lamenting that "the magic is gone" — reactions that appear tied to the apparent separation between Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky rather than any single content decision. A few listeners have begun taking sides, with some preferring Christina's solo episodes and finding Tom off-putting, while others skip Christina-hosted episodes entirely, suggesting the hosts' individual appeal is diverging in the eyes of their audience. Longer-running grievances continue to surface as well: ad saturation so heavy that some describe the podcast as mostly commercials, a widespread sense that the show peaked in its 2017–2019 era, and ethical criticism over Tom's paid comedy appearances in Saudi Arabia. A loyal core still defends the show warmly, praising its humor, guest appearances, and emotionally candid moments, but even some positive reviewers frame their praise as nostalgia or appreciation for the hosts separately rather than enthusiasm for the current product. The overall picture is a once-beloved podcast whose audience is increasingly convinced the era has passed, with the hosts' personal rupture accelerating a decline many listeners say was already underway.
Apple4.1 · 1,104
Summary generated Sep 17, 2026
