"Very well done, captures the complexity of Jeff Smith’s personality. I’d like to see more display of names and relationships during the interviews, it’s not easy to keep track of who is who at some points. I also like the multiple appearances of classic Volvos."

"I Bid You Peace was genuinely eye-opening for me. Despite growing up in the PNW, I had no prior knowledge of Jeff Smith, his show, or the allegations that ended his career. Yet I found myself immediately drawn into his fascinating and tragic story. The interviews feel genuinely honest and raw, a refreshing departure from overly-produced streaming content today. My one complaint is that one interview camera seemed of lesser quality, leading to distracting perspective switches. Despite online accusations of it being a “hit piece,” I Bid You Peace presents a well-rounded portrait that allows viewers to grapple with the complexity of the man and his legacy. In an era when streaming services stretch stories into bloated episodes, this docuseries respects its audience, delivering a deep dive without unnecessary padding. Overall it’s an excellent example of what documentary filmmaking can achieve when it prioritizes substance over spectacle.​​​​​​​​​"

"I watched the Frugal Gourmet in the late 80s and 90s as a young bride and thoroughly enjoyed his show. Bought the cookbooks and still have them. So I was very interested in watching this documentary and have emerged from it with an emotional response I wasn’t expecting. First of all I must say this was excellently made… a truly wonderful and insightful docuseries. I appreciated the well fleshed out background to Jeff Smith’s story and also the story of the people behind him and next to him along the way. I was fascinated by the entire rise - and ultimate fall - of this very complex man. I now have sons myself and was horrified by the abuse Jeff Smith has been accused of. My empathy lies with his victims. I must say I felt sad for Jeff Smith as well. I didn’t think I would feel that way at all. But I do. And I can only say I hope this documentary is seen by many others as it absolutely draws the viewer in and days after finishing it, the show just won’t let go. Excellently done."

"A fascinating story I'd never heard before. While I remember watching the Frugal Gourmet on TV when I was younger, I missed the news around the end of his career. Loved the way the story is told across the episodes, visually attractive and very well mixed."