Compared to the rest of Aroostook County, PI is a city, calling it a small town is strange. It is definitely not a Portland, but it is called “The City of Presque Isle”. Makes me question your research calling it small town since a quick google search would tell you otherwise. Even back in 1998 they had a booming economy with the air base, UMPI, the mall and a generally larger population. Yes, everyone knows everyone’s business, but it is not Mapleton nor Easton. Please do your research!

Love Kylie.

I enjoy the stories but I feel there is too much of a politically liberal POV. It’s a turn off and I’ve skipped several episodes because it became too much.

Your voice is so soothing. Thank you for bringing attention to these cases!! I just finished Shawn O’Brein. My heart breaks for these families. 🦞

These awful true stories are told with such care and heart. Most bring me to tears. I started at the very beginning and just finished Kathy Frost Larson. Thank you for the gentle way in which you make sure the victims and their families are not forgotten ❤️

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I heard about Dark Downeast from Crime Junkie, and I am so happy that I decided to give it a chance. The way these stories are told makes me have a visual of who they are and how they acted. It makes them so much more than what their ending was. That is what I enjoy the most about this podcast.

Stories drag on needlessly long too much extra information and ad lib. Too much from interviewee’s instead of podcaster so imbalanced. Podcaster can be overly dramatic and inappropriately dramatic at times. Story content is good though but needs to be more to the point. Agree with another reviewer, just talk naturally.

I’m new to listening to podcasts. I found this and absolutely love it. I spend a lot of time in the car driving. I’m from Rhode Island in Massachusetts. I find it fascinating to hear all of the stories. Thanks for putting this all together.

Been listening for a little while and I’m so happy I started. Such a good crime podcast focusing on cases close to home. Love the pod Kylie (hope I spelled that right)

Kylie, you are so special. Huge fan of Audiochuck, and that’s how I found Dark Downeast, and I just love the humanity she brings to each episode. Beautiful storytelling, honest investigative work… an all time fav podcast.

I so wish I could actively listen. Voice makes me so sleepy I can’t process what’s being said.

Great podcast, and great information but man I have tried to listen to it so many times and I get so sleepy I have to shut it off.

Another Audiochuck show that blames law enforcement. Big surprise….

Great podcast but almost all episodes that are 2 parts do not need to be

Just started listening and I’m hooked. Keep up the good work ❤️❤️

Dark Down East is everything I want in a true crime podcast—deeply researched, thoughtfully told, and rooted in the communities of New England. I love how each episode brings to light stories that feel both familiar and haunting, connecting me more deeply to the region I call home. The host's respectful storytelling and focus on the victims and their families makes this podcast stand out. Whether it’s a well-known case or one I’ve never heard of, I always walk away feeling more informed—and more connected to New England’s rich and sometimes chilling history. Highly recommend for any true crime fan, especially those from the Northeast.

I was hooked from episode 1. Such captivating storytelling and well researched/presented by Kylie. Recommending this podcast to all my friends!!

Such captivating storytelling…I’m hooked!!

Recently started listening and love it. You give a voice to the victims and their loved ones in a respectful manner. 🦞🌲

I listen to a lot of similar podcasts and Dark Downeast is easily my favorite. Her perspective and amount of research she does on each episode is impressive. The fact that Kylie does it all be herself! #Idol.

Just so blah, nothing special.

This is by far the best podcast I’ve found for ethical true crime. Kylie is a trained journalist and talented storyteller who brings light to unsolved cases and missing persons across New England. Whether you’re from the New England area or not, this is a must listen for true crime lovers.

My favorite true crime podcast! Kylie does an exceptional job at sharing the stories, and I have a huge appreciation for the fact that she meets with family members, detectives, and others who were involved in each case. Very well done, highly recommend! 👏👏

Kylie is a true star in the true crime podcasting world. No one matches her soothing voice, eye for detail, or dedication to the cases she covers. Other podcasts try to imitate, but they’ll never be Dark Downeast!

Super woke and not factual.

As someone from Maine and grew up in SE Mass I love these stories and the respect she gives to the victims and their families. I would give anything for her to stop saying “massa-choose-it’s”’. It’s got two s sounds just say them right. It’s not more professional to use a z sound.

Do you fat check at all? Brianna Maitland lived in Sheldon not Shelburne, big difference. I’ve listened to other podcast of yours and very poor quality.

I always find these stories of a person just hanging out on their own and then attacked and killed so sad. Seems like there is no where safe in this world anymore. Thanks for the great reporting.

New listener- enjoy your podcast. Good work!

Typical slanted liberal podcast.

I really wanted to like this podcast, but it was filled with political biases and not much of the actual story.

There are many true crime podcasts to have a listen. I have heard many…no MANY of them. Dark Downeast is a podcast that is a production. No opinions made by the podcaster. It is information and truth/facts without the interference of another one’s thoughts on the case. Her voice is calm and clear. This podcast is a keeper. I follow and will listen regularly.

Being a New England girl, I love this podcast! She does a great job with each case, and I look forward to it every week!

This is my favorite true crime podcast!

Yep, this podcast is a keeper. It is very well done and quite interesting.

I love this podcast so much! Kylie keeps me so engaged in the stories she shares!! My favorite podcast to listen to!!

Does the host realize that Maine is part of New England? Why always separate them? Also, please learn how to pronounce the towns. Voice puts me to sleep.

Her demeanor, her telling of facts with honor and respect for the victims, this a wonderful podcast.

Whether you’re from New England or just love a well-told, deeply researched crime story, this podcast is essential listening. Host Kylie Low is an absolute powerhouse—her storytelling is gripping, her research is meticulous, and she approaches every case with compassion and respect. She dives deep into crimes from Maine and the greater New England area, bringing attention to cases that often don’t get the national spotlight they deserve. Her voice is smooth and captivating, making even the darkest stories impossible to pause. What sets Dark Down East apart is its heart. Kylie isn’t just here to tell true crime stories; she’s here to honor victims, explore the complexities of justice, and keep important cases in the public eye. You can tell she puts so much care into every episode, and it makes all the difference. If you love true crime podcasts that are equal parts gripping, thoughtful, and expertly crafted, Dark Down East needs to be on your list. Five stars isn’t enough!

I am listening to an episode that happened in my hometown, when I was young. It brought back so many memories of being a young kid and feeling so scared that someone would be so evil. I always wondered how this survivor must have felt after what they survived. Kylie did an amazing job putting a personal and hopeful face to such a sad story.

I want to love this podcast but I get lost every time because of how you tell the story. If you just talk naturally it would be SOOOO much better. It sounds robotic. The stops and exclamation aren’t needed.

I’m a BIG AudioChuck fan, Anatomy of Murder, The Deck, Crime Junkie, etc etc and Dark Downeast is right up there with all of those podcasts in my opinion. There is something that makes this podcast stand out a little different, in a good way. Keep up the Great work.

I just found this podcast last week. I have been binging ever since. I work at lot in my car so it’s been nice listening to a new voice that’s appeasing to the ears. 🦞

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Kylie does a wonderful job in breaking down cases while maintaining respect for the victims and families. She does not get into unnecessary and uncomfortable details of the crimes and her empathy and compassion can be heard through her storytelling.

Have listened to every episode. The show has lost its way since Audiochuck got involved. Why does every episode have to be unsolved? Kylie used to have a mix. Fully understand why she would want to be a part of Audiochuck but it pretty much ruined the show for me.

Kylie has a great way of telling each story with a focus on the victims. She has the best podcasting voice. Love that you are shedding light on these regional stories that don’t get enough national attention. Great work!

I love the way Kylie delivers her stories. Such a calm tone that is so easy to listen to and follow. I love the empathy she expresses and her compassion for the victims and their families. Overall a fantastic podcast!

Good show, but I am so disappointed you didn’t give any love or even recognition to Walk Softly Children, dedicated for the last six years to justice for Doreen Vincent. That’s a lot of hard work (and better additional and updated facts) that should be recognized.