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Dark Valley

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Connecticut River Valley Killer
Heidi Martin
Lynda Moore
Barry Martin
Larry Alley
Vermont
New Hampshire
Jack Parsons
Jane Boroski
True Crime
NASA
Investigative Journalism
Trauma Recovery
Jessica Briggs
Active Listening
April Stone
Albert Sargent
Delbert Tallman
Heidi's Diary
Tony Sanborn

Dark Valley is an investigation into the Connecticut River Valley Killer (CRVK) and the 8 women who were brutally murdered. CRVK prowled the borderland of Vermont and New Hampshire in the 1980s. These cases remain unsolved to this day. Produced and hosted by Jennifer Amell. Narratively driven, Dark Valley centralizes the story of Jane Boroksi, considered to be the lone survivor of the Valley Kille... more

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In this finale, Jennifer unveils her final investigative efforts into the best suspect ever for the Connecticut River Valley killings.

Special thank you to the following Dark Valley listeners for their dedicated support of the show: M Charles, Tara ... more

Jennifer finally sits down with Heidi’s parents, Barry and Linda Martin. Barry gives an alibi statement for the first time ever, and Jennifer evaluates if he could be telling the truth.

Special thank you to the following Dark Valley listeners for th... more

The 1989 murder of Jessica Briggs on the docks of a Maine wharf, her boyfriend’s potential exoneration after spending 27 years in prison, and this case’s possible connection to the Connecticut River Valley Killer.

Special thank you to the following ... more

Jennifer uncovers secrets hidden in Heidi Martin’s diary, and Heidi’s best friend reveals her harrowing encounters with Heidi’s father.

Special thank you to the following Dark Valley listeners for their dedicated support of the show: M Charles, Tara... more

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Recent Guests

Jenn Amell
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Host

Jennifer Amell
Host and investigative journalist known for her thorough research and empathetic storytelling, Jennifer Amell focuses on victim advocacy and the intricacies of unsolved crimes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • So very good…

    Real investigative reporting, my feeling on the Martin interview was very different than what the reporter decided though. There is a type of mother in abusive families who chooses to stick her head in the sand and deny, deny deny. Linda Martin strikes me as just that sort of person.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    doubleomommy
    United States6 months ago
  • Such Bravery

    Such a good series. Most true crime content is discussing those that did not survive. While always emotional to hear those stories, there is something unique about being able to hear from someone who survived. So grateful for Jen to tell all of these women’s stories and for Jane and her bravery to share of her survival.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sara_hadlow
    United States6 months ago
  • Engrossing

    Stumbled onto this podcast somehow but glad I did. I’ve never heard of these murders, but this podcast humanizes the victims in a respectful way and makes me curious to know more. Being able to listen to Jane and some of the family members of the victims first hand is great, and their interviews were woven in with the rest of her narration really well. I appreciate the calm and thoughtful pace and tone of her storytelling.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JHG2190
    United States6 months ago
  • Excellent!

    I am very big true crime fan and have listened to many multi-episode series. I typically lose interest by the third or fourth episode because they become too repetitive or just straight up boring. Jennifer does an amazing job telling these stories and keeping me interested! I have recommended to many friends. Keep up the good work Jennifer and audiochuck!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alexuskd
    United States6 months ago
  • Interesting

    I enjoyed this podcast to the end. One thing that irked me was a journalist’s incorrect use of a common word. ACROSSED is not a word. It’s ACROSS.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Luna1571
    Canada6 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The emotional depth and advocacy present in the storytelling have resonated deeply, leading many to consider it a gold standard in true crime podcasts.
Some feel it is an incredibly underrated podcast, with a surprising lack of reviews given the quality of journalism and narrative focus.
Listeners have praised the podcast for its thorough research and victim-centered approach, highlighting Jennifer Amell's excellence as an investigative journalist.

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#245
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Chapter 14 | A Town on Trial
Q: What were the circumstances of this confession, and do you think it holds up to scrutiny?
The confession occurred in a stressful situation and was not recorded, leading to questions about its validity.
Chapter 14 | A Town on Trial
Q: Why do you spend a whole episode on a trial that I think is a farce?
Because the central question here is, who killed Heidi Martin?
Chapter 17 | A Father's Tale
Q: Did you guys attend the trial?
Barry recalls being on the stand and that they asked him about Heidi's feelings regarding knives.
Chapter 17 | A Father's Tale
Q: Do you have any good theories?
Barry expresses strong feelings that Delbert and Paul Lopes might be together and involved.
Chapter 18 | Down the Alley
Q: Did you ever suspect your father could be responsible for that murder?
No, I never thought he could be, as he had a consistent story about where he was and had no history of violent behavior.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dark Valley

What is Dark Valley about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on unsolved murder cases from the 1980s tied to the Connecticut River Valley Killer, this investigative series centers around the stories of the female victims and the lone survivor, Jane Boroski. The narrative is driven by thorough research and interviews with law enforcement, victims' families, and community members, aiming to shed light on cold cases that still haunt the borderlands of Vermont and New Hampshire. The host's commitment to victim advocacy, combined with emotional storytelling and detailed examinations of the past, creates a compelling and thoughtful listening experience for true crime enthusiasts, while fostering a sense of urgency to bring justice to the victims.

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Dark Valley launched a year ago and published 19 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Miriam Lewin
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