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Dark Downeast

Audiochuck
Vermont
Connecticut
New Hampshire
Murder
Homicide
True Crime
Maine
Murder Investigation
Cold Cases
Maine State Police
Brianna Maitland
Domestic Violence
Rhode Island
David Pickett
FBI
Krystal Lee Higgins
Christine Cole
Doreen Vincent
Kara Laczynski
Brandi Amy Sullivan

Dark Downeast: Maine and New England's True Crime Podcast digs into the decades-old and modern day cases that prickle the history of Vacationland and beyond – the unsolved homicides, undetermined deaths, unexplained disappearances and other dark stories of New England. Investigative journalist and storyteller Kylie Low gets straight to the story with a mix of narrated episodes and documentary styl... more

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On a morning when the country’s attention was fixed on unimaginable tragedy, a Rhode Island family was learning that someone they loved was gone.

In the hours before Nicole Parsons-Bucki died, there had been violence, a police response, and a relati... more

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Dark Downeast is an Audiochuck and Kylie Media production hosted by Kylie Low.

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In a small New England city, a teenager disappeared after a night in the woods, and almost immediately, the story of what happened fractured.The last people known to be with her gave conflicting accounts. Her family believed the investigation lost pr... more

There are cases that frustrate you because the evidence is thin. And then there are cases where the warning signs seem to be everywhere, but the system still can’t quite turn suspicion into action.

A woman leaves home for a few quiet days away. Wee... more

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Recent Guests

Billy Sue Hutchins
Cousin of Melanie Melanson, longtime family spokesperson
Family of Melanie Melanson
Episode: The Disappearance of Melanie Melanson (Massachusetts)
Dr. William M. Bass
Forensic anthropologist, founder of the Body Farm
University of Tennessee
Episode: The Disappearance of Melanie Melanson (Massachusetts)
John Element
Reporter for The Globe
The Globe
Episode: The Disappearance of Melanie Melanson (Massachusetts)
Adam Siege
Reporter
Reporter for case coverage
Episode: The Disappearance of Melanie Melanson (Massachusetts)
Joseph McNally
Director of Homeless Services at Milestone Recovery
Milestone Recovery
Episode: UNSOLVED: The Disappearance of Ryan Blagojevic (Maine)
Detective Gisika
Portland Police Department detective
Portland Police
Episode: UNSOLVED: The Disappearance of Ryan Blagojevic (Maine)
Detective Chris Giesecke
Detective assigned to Ryan's case
Portland Police Department
Episode: UNSOLVED: The Disappearance of Ryan Blagojevic (Maine)
Officer Christopher Chenais
Portland Police Officer
Portland Police Department
Episode: UNSOLVED: The Disappearance of Ryan Blagojevic (Maine)
Scott Hornoff
Warwick Police Department detective implicated in case, later exonerated
Warwick Police Department
Episode: The Murder of Victoria Cushman (Rhode Island)

Host

Kylie Low
Host and investigative journalist of Dark Downeast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 6.7k ratings
  • Awesome Podcast

    This is one of my fav podcasts of the many few I have! It’s a great true crime podcast and anyone who likes true crime show has got to listen to this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucy Lope
    United States3 months ago
  • Good Stories!

    Well narrated!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MickeyMcMullen
    United States3 months ago
  • Want to like but can’t

    Everything about this show is right up my alley so I gave it sooooo many chances. I don’t even do anything else while listening to podcasts, but this holds my attention for about thirty seconds before my mind wanders so much that by the time I’m able to get it back to the show I don’t even know what’s going on.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bobbygmoney
    United States3 months ago
  • The monotone is exhausting

    Lordy…listening to her a long period wore me out! No can do!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    FNOMINL
    United States3 months ago
  • Woke

    Super woke and not factual. The abortion ads are the best.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Christie in Tennessee
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Praise for empathetic handling of victims and family perspectives, with strong cross-promo value.
Listeners praise the respectful, fact-based storytelling and regional focus.
Some listeners note a monotonous delivery and heavy promotional segments are off-putting for a few.

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Spotify
#47
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#182
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#39
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#250
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#60
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#130
United Kingdom/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Murder of James Cassidy, Part 1 (Maine)
Q: What details tied James Cassidy to the embezzlement charges relevant to his disappearance?
Investigators described an embezzlement scheme involving letters of credit tied to multiple banks, with a narrow arrest warrant centering on a specific treasurer's check, while the relationship between the bank's audit findings and Cassidy's disappearance suggested a possible intertwining of financial crime and his death, though no conclusive public record linked Cassidy to the funds.
The Disappearance of Tina Stadig (Maine)
Q: What does it mean for you if Tina has passed away?
Tina's sister Tanya conveys a sense of peace in believing Tina is now free from her struggles and can finally be in a healthier place.
The Disappearance of Tina Stadig (Maine)
Q: What are some of your best memories of Tina?
Donna struggles to recall positive memories amid the chaos of Tina's later years, but remembers how Tina enjoyed singing in church and participating in family gatherings.
The Murder of Katharina Reitz Brow (Massachusetts)
Q: What led to the initial conviction of Kenneth Waters?
His conviction was largely based on circumstantial evidence, witness testimony, and his violent history.
ANNOUNCING: Dark Valley
Q: What do you expect to come from this, come out of this?
Jane expresses a desire to know more about the other victims and the connection between her case and theirs.

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Dark Downeast centers on true crime stories from New England with a principled, human-centered approach. Episodes typically weave missing-person cases, unsolved murders, and controversial investigations with family memories, official records, and expert commentary from detectives and advocates. The storytelling blends archival reporting, firsthand interviews, and documentary-style analysis to illuminate case mysteries while highlighting accountability and justice. A notable strength is its regional focus and ethical framing, which helps listeners connect deeply with victims and families and invites public participation in ongoing inquiries.

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1. Billy Sue Hutchins
2. Dr. William M. Bass
3. John Element
4. Adam Siege
5. Joseph McNally
6. Detective Gisika
7. Detective Chris Giesecke
8. Officer Christopher Chenais

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