January 30, 2025 – Un(con)Trolled, the breakout thriller podcast created by writer, director, and performer Kimberly Renee, has taken the podcasting world by storm. Since its October 31 launch, the independently produced series has skyrocketed up the Apple Podcasts charts, ranking in the top 5 in both the Drama and Fiction categories in the U.S. It has also earned a coveted spot in Apple Podcasts’ “New and Noteworthy” section, standing alongside work produced by major production houses, including BBC, Wondery, Sony, and iHeart.
This first-person psychological thriller follows Kenah, a social media influencer with a knack for uncovering the secrets of her online trolls—and exacting her own brand of karmic justice. With sharp writing, immersive sound design, and a morally complex protagonist, Un(con)Trolled has captivated audiences and critics alike.
Podcast journalist and critic Frank Racioppi of Earworthy compares Kimberly Renee’s storytelling prowess to Taken’s Liam Neeson, stating, “Kimberly Renee does have a particular set of skills that include scaring us, making us think, making us question reality… and offering a warning about the blurring of the line between the digital universe and physical reality.”
Podcast critic Gregg Stockdale of Podcask Geek was equally impressed, writing, “This series blew me away. If I would have known about this sooner, then it would have won a PodcastGeek virtual trophy for sure. As of now, it’s on the shortlist for next year."
Lauren Passell, founder of Tink Media and a respected voice in podcast marketing, praised both the writing and Renee’s performance in her newsletter, Podcast The Newsletter:
“I felt like I was holding my breath the entire time. Kimberly is magic on the mic. She has complete control of not just the story but our attentions. I did not want to say goodbye to Kenah at the end.”
Featuring Kimberly Renee as Kenah, alongside Elaine Marwieh as Mia and DeeJay Sturdivant as Jameson, Un(con)Trolled explores cyberbullying, revenge, and the mental toll of social media through the lens of a morally ambiguous protagonist.
All of Season One is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms.
For media inquiries, interviews, or further details, contact Kimberly Renee at podcast [at] mightbevegan [dot] co.