Reviews

Great job on FACT based coverage.

I truly enjoy this podcast, especially on the Karen Read trial. You just give the FACTS. I do not under the absolute level of CORRUPTION, how an ELECTED Official can go after a person male or female, just to cover up for corrupt police officers, including the State police agency. ALL the Police officers, does NOT matter what office, county these corrupt officers work at/in, there has to be a LARGE number of Officers that know the TRUTH, yet have chosen to LIE. I hope and pray the TRUTH does come out, and every single officer, public officials including Judge/judges are ALL held accountable, and charged, all get serious prison time for covering up a death, then framing an innocent person.

medicshelly223
June 12, 2025

Bahston’s BEST is Barry

Local PI and a great podcaster…the kind of guy you want on your side, and living next door. Love this podcast, wish it posted episodes more frequently and or would consider a deep dive with listener involvement…I have a great idea for a series related to Charlestown.

temptingthemuse
May 28, 2025

Are you doing new podcasts ?

Your’s is my favorite podcast and I have listened to almost all of your podcasts. Your voice is well-modulated ( unlike those who speak loud and intense), so I can relax. I also have read the 2 books that you recommended.. I miss your reporting on the Read trial and others from the way back….

12345sammy
May 13, 2025

Karen Read coverage?

Where has it gone?

LCP 💕
May 12, 2025

Great job on FACT based coverage.

Great job…. I agree with you 100% that public education is down the drain. Keep up the great work…. Thank you for your honest and truthful coverage on the Karen Read case. As a paramedic, that is NOT injuries from a vehicle. Then John”s arm is from a large dog. A 6-ton vehicle will break bones, will leave at a minimum an injury from the bumper/tires, something.

medicshelly223
May 3, 2025

Interested in second trial if Karen Read?

Look absolutely no further. Boston Confidential is the absolute voice you need to hear. Brilliant!

mollygraymollygray
April 22, 2025

THANK YOU!

Best Local true crime podcast in New England! I love that you aren’t afraid to speak your mind.

Bar10kid
April 7, 2025

BARRY MAGUIRE ! LOVE THIS PODCAST AND LOVE YOU!

So glad I stumbled upon your podcast!!!! Listen every day while cooking dinner .. love to hear new episodes! I’m 49 year old mom of 3 teenagers born in Salem, MA , raised in Peabody. My oldest child at Suffolk University-pre law. I love listening to the old cases and how you break them down. I agree with all your points, most recently on the Karen Reed case. It’s beyond fascinating. Nothing more entertaining than real life! Thanks for all your hard work and commitment to this show. I always look forward to listening. Regards , Shannon Woods

shannwoods
March 18, 2025

Great!

Really enjoy your no nonsense style, Barry. Binge listened on an 8 hour drive to Toronto. I look forward to new episodes. Former Methuenite here.

Hooper_67
March 5, 2025

Great Stories

Barry does a good job picking apart crime stories from Boston and New England.

bgags9418
Feb. 25, 2025

Superb

If you want to drink the MA Koolaid of corruption and denial, this podcast isn’t for you. Excellent Research with a dose of humanity , as he dishes out truth….love this podcast!

MAisAjoke
Feb. 24, 2025

Great job on FACT based coverage.

Great job…. I agree with you 100% that public education is down the drain. Keep up he great work…

medicshelly223
Feb. 21, 2025

Barry does great work.

See title 🙂

Obannion76
Feb. 18, 2025

My favorite podcast!!

I love listening to podcasts but especially when they’re from my hometown! Boston Confidential is an excellent well researched podcast. Love the topics and especially the updates on the Karen Read trial. Barry is a great host, well versed in all things Boston and go buy one of his mugs!!!

Pink Purse Mama
Feb. 18, 2025

Calmest MA Human EveR

I love your podcast and all the corruption in the Police Forces there. I mean pretty sure everywhere.. but this is in our FACE corruption!! Keep on doing your thing, cannot please everyone!!❤️

Lafrizzy
Feb. 18, 2025

Outstanding

Barry does his homework. Im from Boston which makes Barrys podcast even better. Mostly local crimes and mysteries. My favorite podcast !!!

TuffyScruufy
Feb. 18, 2025

5 STARS

Great podcast!

DevAli925
Feb. 17, 2025

Always interesting

I don’t like anywhere close to Boston, but I love the podcast even when Barry covers Boston governmental issues. Loving the KR coverage.

Happygoddess
Feb. 17, 2025

karen reed

your facts are not true and your not soppused to be biased but you are very biased why they wanted me to listen to this podcast i have no idea not good just follows turtle boy stupid podcast

booksalore
Feb. 12, 2025

Great Podcast - Wish More New Episodes

Really enjoy Barry's podcasts! Only knock is I feel like new episodes aren't as frequent and a lot ot replays lately. Would love for him to hit on some new ones!

Hutchy33499
Jan. 8, 2025

Great Podcast

I just found this podcast and have to say I am hooked. I was born and raised in Boston and am now living in Maine. I love my home city and all things that make it the best city in the world especially the true crime stories. I listened to your take on the Sean Ellis case. I watched Trial 4 years ago and have to say I was absolutely convinced of his innocence. When I saw that you covered this case and had a different perspective, I decided to listen. I was skeptical going in. Surprisingly, I learned things that were not covered in the documentary. Now I’m no longer absolutely convinced of his innocence but am definitely second guessing my initial thoughts. I’m going to dig into some of the things I’ve learned from your coverage with an open mind. Thank you for giving your honest opinion and making me think about the case from a different perspective. I know you got some negative feedback from these episodes. I think it’s important for us to listen to all perspectives. Even if we still disagree afterwards that’s ok. But it’s important to keep an open mind. Love this podcast!

Risa D.
Dec. 21, 2024

Based.

I go to podcast for all things Boston. My kinda pod. Feels like Sitting in my local watering hole, having a discussion while enjoying a cold one.

PleasePassThePepper
Nov. 29, 2024

Boston Confidential - Boston’s true crime podcast

Fascinating, great stuff!!!

Kevin CM
Nov. 27, 2024

THANK YOU!

Thanks for giving us the best local true crime podcast! I look forward to hearing you next episode.

Bar10kid
Nov. 18, 2024