

National Park After Dark
Audioboom Studios
Hosted by two friends who share a passion for public lands and a fascination with what can go wrong there, each week hosts Danielle and Cassie explore the darker side of our National Parks. But it isn’t always chills and thrills. By sharing inspiring tales and their desire for protecting our planet’s wild places, they hope listeners will be inspired to take a walk into the wild and create meaningful adventures of their own.
Episodes
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Sep 4, 2023 • 1h 3min
172: Death by Misadventure: Glenveagh National Park and Castle
Arthur Kingsley Porter aka “The Indiana Jones of Architecture” seemed to have it all, and although it can be easy to judge the Gatsby’s of the world, appearances can be deceiving – they can prove that sometimes having it all just isn’t enough. What would you do if you had the world, but desperately wanted to leave it all behind?
Antarctica Trip
For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials:
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Support the show by becoming an Outsider and receive ad free listening, bonus content and more on Patreon or Apple Podcasts. Want to see our faces? Catch full episodes on our YouTube Page!
Thank you to this week’s partners!
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Aug 31, 2023 • 46min
171: Trail Tales 35
Today’s stories include a near miss with a serial killer, ghost children, feathered signs and finding out what meta means. Outsiders Only bonus stories available for Patreon and Apple Subscribers!
We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon or Apple Subscriptions to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
Thank you so much to our partners, check them out!
Prose: Use our link for a free in-depth hair consultation and 15% off your first order.
Beam: Use our link and code NPAD for up to 40% off.

Aug 28, 2023 • 1h 3min
170: The Beast-Man: Olympic National Park
John Tornow left the societal world to live a reclusive life within the forests of what today is Olympic National Park. When he is accused of murder, he flees into the thick brush of the PNW evading capture for months. But is he a villain? or a victim?
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For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials:
Instagram: @nationalparkafterdark
TikTok: @nationalparkafterdark
Support the show by becoming an Outsider and receive ad free listening, bonus content and more on Patreon or Apple Podcasts. Want to see our faces? Catch full episodes on our YouTube Page!
Thank you to this week’s partners!
IQBAR: Text PARK to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products and free shipping.
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Aug 21, 2023 • 1h 1min
169: Not Finished Yet: Hwange National Park
When conservationist Dr. Greg Rasmussen is flying the skies alone above Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe his ultralight plane experiences a malfunction causing him to crash land in the open African bush. Severely injured and without any food, water or emergency kits he must survive his injuries, the elements – and the predators. Just when he is about to give up, the thought of saving the very animals who could end his life gave him the will to live.
For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials:
Instagram: @nationalparkafterdark
TikTok: @nationalparkafterdark
Support the show by becoming an Outsider and receive ad free listening, bonus content and more on Patreon or Apple Podcasts. Want to see our faces? Catch full episodes on our YouTube Page!
Thank you to this week’s partners!
Miracle Made: Use our link and code NPAD to save over 40% and get 3 free towels.
Microdose Gummies: Use code NPAD to get free shipping and 30% off your first order.
Embrace Pet Insurance: Use our link to sign up for pet insurance today!
BetterHelp: National Park After Dark is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off.
For a full list of our sources, visit http://npadpodcast.com/episodes

Aug 17, 2023 • 57min
168: Trail Tales 34
Today’s stories include mushy moments, thin veils, searching for friends and getting haunted. Outsiders Only bonus stories available for Patreon and Apple Subscribers!
We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations – head over to our website.
Thank you so much to our partners, check them out!
Apostrophe: Use our link and code NPAD to get your first visit for only $5.
Liquid IV: Use code NPAD to get 20% off your order.
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Aug 14, 2023 • 50min
167: The Devastating Yellowstone Earthquake
Today we follow the stories of three families as they struggle to survive the largest earthquake ever recorded in the Yellowstone area. The quake killed 29 people and changed the landscape forever.
For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials:
Instagram: @nationalparkafterdark
TikTok: @nationalparkafterdark
Support the show by becoming an Outsider and receive ad free listening, bonus content and more on Patreon or Apple Podcasts. Want to see our faces? Catch full episodes on our YouTube Page!
Thank you to this week’s partners!
Prose: Use our link for a free in-depth hair consultation and 15% off your first order.
Hello Fresh: Use our link and code 50npad for 50% off plus free shipping.
Lume Deodorant: New customers GET $5 OFF a Lume Starter Pack with code NPAD.
Miracle Made: Use our link and code NPAD to save over 40% and get 3 free towels.
For a full list of our sources, visit http://npadpodcast.com/episodes

Aug 7, 2023 • 1h 30min
166: History, Horror & Haunts ft. Two Girls One Ghost Podcast: Gettysburg National Military Park
Today we are teaming up with Corinne and Sabrina from Two Girls One Ghost to investigate just what makes Gettysburg one of the most haunted locations in America. This episode is all about the supernatural side of Gettysburg! We talk free range ghosts, afterlife matchmaking and paranormal activity galore
Check out part 1 of our chat on Gettysburg HERE to catch up on the stories about women soldiers who fought in disguise and learn how the civil war changed the way death was viewed and handled in the US
For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials:
Instagram: @nationalparkafterdark
TikTok: @nationalparkafterdark
Support the show by becoming an Outsider and receive ad free listening, bonus content and more on Patreon or Apple Podcasts. Want to see our faces? Catch full episodes on our YouTube Page!
Thank you to this week’s partners!
Athena Club: Get started with Athena Club today by shopping in-store at Target nationwide
Zocdoc: Use our link to download the Zocdoc app for free.
BetterHelp: National Park After Dark is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off.
Gametime: Download Gametime and use code NPAD for $20 of your first purchase.
For a full list of our sources, visit http://npadpodcast.com/episodes

Aug 3, 2023 • 44min
165: Trail Tales 33
Today’s stories include calling 911 on raccoons, aliens in Oregon, swans faking their own deaths, first hand third man encounters and almost but not really murder stories. Cassie also sprinkles in some Flash Trivia to embarrass Danielle! Outsiders Only bonus stories available for Patreon and Apple Subscribers!
We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon or Apple Subscriptions to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.
Thank you so much to our partners, check them out!

Jul 31, 2023 • 54min
164: The Spark Ranger: Shenandoah National Park
The story of NPS Ranger Roy Sullivan and his repeated run-ins with one of nature’s deadliest forces will have you thinking of lightning every time you hear the phrase – what are the odds?
For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials:
Instagram: @nationalparkafterdark
TikTok: @nationalparkafterdark
Support the show by becoming an Outsider and receive ad free listening, bonus content and more on Patreon or Apple Podcasts. Want to see our faces? Catch full episodes on our YouTube Page!
For a full list of our sources, visit http://npadpodcast.com/episodes

Jul 24, 2023 • 1h 26min
163: Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Cult ft. Michelle Dowd
Michelle Dowd was raised within the boundaries of Angeles National Forest inside of a religious cult her grandfather created. She was raised to believe that the end of the world was near and in turn, was taught to forage off the land, navigate by the stars, and survive off the land. After enduring years of abuse she finally escaped. After years of healing and moving forward with her life, she has authored a book detailing her story. In this episode, we all get the chance to know Michelle as we discuss her book, her past, and where she is at in life today.
You can buy Michelle's book here or at your local bookstore.
For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials:
Instagram: @nationalparkafterdark
TikTok: @nationalparkafterdark
Support the show by becoming an Outsider and receive ad free listening, bonus content and more on Patreon or Apple Podcasts. Want to see our faces? Catch full episodes on our YouTube Page!
Thank you to this week’s partners!
Embrace Pet Insurance: Use our link to sign up for pet insurance today!
Microdose Gummies: Use code NPAD to get free shipping and 30% off your first order.
Miracle Made: Use our link and code NPAD to save over 40% and get 3 free towels.
For a full list of our sources, visit http://npadpodcast.com/episodes


