Veteran journalist Joe Nocera’s neighbor in the Hamptons was a therapist named Ike. Ike counted celebrities and Manhattan elites as his patients. He’d host star-studded parties at his eccentric vacation house. But one summer, Joe discovered that Ike was gone and everything he’d thought he’d known about his neighbor -- and the house next door -- was wrong. From Wondery, the company behind Dirty John and Dr. Death, and Bloomberg, “The Shrink Next Door” is a story about power, control and turning to the wrong person for help for three decades. Written and hosted by Joe Nocera, a columnist for Bloomberg.
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I first stumbled upon The Shrink Next Door through the Apple TV series and was immediately intrigued. While I absolutely despised Paul Rudd’s character, I couldn’t stop watching. After finishing the show, I started the podcast—and from the very first episode, I was hooked. I even subscribed to Wondery Plus just so I could hear the rest of the story. (Gonna cancel as soon as I’m done binge listening. LOL).
Joe Nocera is an engaging host with a storytelling style that kept me invested from start to finish (which is no easy feat because I’m easily distracted!) Thank you, Joe, for bringing this story to light. And atta boy, Marty, for finally seeing the truth. I’m so glad you’ve regained your life and reconnected with your sister. I’ll always be rooting for your happiness. 🙌🏻🙌🏻
AllisonSchoolPrincipal · Aug 2025
This is such a sad, heart wrenching and at the same time beautiful and inspiring podcast, and I found it so incredible. Mr. Markowitz is such an inspirational person and proof that it’s NEVER too late to restart your life. I just am so glad he got away From his abuser, was and was able to share his story. The podcast itself is also just very pleasing to listen to, their accent and voices are really entertaining. Joe does a great job with his investigation, and the deep dive he does in to the backstory is absolutely mind blowing! Really just phenomenal. Definitely one of my favorites I’ve ever listened to and absolutely worth doing the wondery trial for cuz you will definitely binge it! 20 out of 20!!
coollonita · Jun 2022
No surprise though- former NYT.
Brilliantly told story- timeline clear, each player’s role clearly defined .. great voice, editing.. all of it !
meegdc · Dec 2021
Compelling reporting of a riveting story. I had heard all but the last episode, recorded in 2019, before I ever heard that it had been dramatized for the small screen. I’m still listening to all the bonus and update episodes.
BklynO · Dec 2021
At some point Wondery decided to put all their shows behind a paywall. It wouldn’t be a big deal if you could at least buy the seasons but the fact you have to have a subscription to listen to old favorites on a lark makes getting involved with their media pointless.
Goblinkatie · Aug 2025
Really enjoyed the Apple TV mini series. When I found it as a pod cast, I was excited! Unfortunately my hopes were dashed upon discovering I could not listen to episode 2; a subscription is required. If you have the money, go for it! It’s a very interesting account.
J Akane · Nov 2023
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