Dark Valley
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Creator: Elsbeth Zurek
Fantasy Anthology Audio Drama
Synopsis:
Dark Valley is a sci-fi and fantasy anthology podcast that aims to transport listeners to a world outside of their own. Join us aboard a Coalition Guard spaceship, inside a Hotel with extraordinary powers, and in a small town where creatures lurk around every corner. Dark Valley probes the human psyche and explores our relationships with ourselves, each other, and the unknowable; in a way that can frighten, soothe, and challenge our perceptions of who we are and what we are capable of.
Format: Audio Drama
Continuity: Anthology
Genres: Fantasy, Horror
Completion status: NA
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Episodes:
Thu, 16 Dec 2021 10:00:40 -0000
Episode Notes
Episode 13: The Beacon
This episode was written by Mark Zurek and directed by Elsbeth Denman.
Heather was played by Shelby Rebecca Wong
Wyatt was played by Anthon Mondesir
Nicole was played by Elsbeth Denman
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, James Malloy, Joshua Denman, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Ryan Boelter, Charlotte and Peter, Madeline Denman, Marcia Mandel, Elaine Gibson, Brett McLaughlin and Michael Bowman.
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show. Sound credits: "Door, Front, Opening, A.wav" by InspectorJ "Door, Wooden, Close, A (H1).wav" by InspectorJ
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S1E12 - Welcome to Sycamore Drive
Thu, 18 Nov 2021 10:00:35 -0000
Episode Notes
Content Warning: Death and loss of a parent
Episode 12: Welcome to Sycamore Drive
This episode was written and directed by Mark Zurek.
Anne was played by Artemis Snow
Leonard was played by Jamal James
Tracey was played by Lucia Williams
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, James Malloy, Joshua Denman, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Ryan Boelter, Charlotte and Peter, Madeline Denman, Marcia Mandel, Elaine Gibson, Brett McLaughlin and Michael Bowman.
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show.
Sound Credits: "Rain on Windows, Interior, A.wav" by InspectorJ "Assembling Furniture" by Ultradust "Footsteps, Stones, A.wav" by InspectorJ "Astounded" by Christopher J Astbury - Switzerland
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Thu, 07 Oct 2021 09:00:39 -0000
Episode Notes
Content Warning: Discussion of cancer, death of a parent, repetitive beeping
Episode 11: Dad's Story
A love story conceived by Mark S. Zurek.
This episode was written by Mark Zurek and directed by Elsbeth Denman Based on a story by Mark S. Zurek
Henry was played by Richard Denman
Allan was played by Zachary Sherry
Deborah was played by Cecelia Specht
Ruth was played by Kaili Y. Turner
Penny and Victoria were played by Gloria Tsai
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, James Malloy, Joshua Denman, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Ryan Boelter, Charlotte and Peter, Madeline Denman, Marcia Mandel, Elaine Gibson, Brett McLaughlin and Michael Bowman.
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show.
Find out more at https://dark-valley-pod.pinecast.co
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Thu, 02 Sep 2021 09:00:28 -0000
Episode Notes
Content Warning: Forced family separation, parental loss, scratchy sci- fi effects
Episode 10: The Grace Hypothesis
Teen genius, Astrid Grace, is faced with a difficult decision. Continue her mother's research into the nature of our reality, or risk the persecution of the government and the disappointment of her father.
This episode was written by Peter DeGiglio, edited by Mark Zurek and directed by Elsbeth Denman
Astrid was played by Mia Christo
Hal was played by Jim Yue
Claire was played by Teresa Hui
The State Agent was played by Peter DeGiglio
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, James Malloy, Joshua Denman, Calie Ann, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Ryan Boelter, Charlotte and Peter, Madeline Denman, Marcia Mandel, Elaine Gibson, Brett McLaughlin and Michael Bowman.
"Chalk My Cue" is by Peter J. Schmidt
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show.
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S1E9 - Where Have You Been, Scott Thomas?
Thu, 05 Aug 2021 09:00:19 -0000
Episode Notes
Content Warning: Lost child/ sibling, grief, family trauma, and sound effects of bones crunching
Episode 9: Where Have You Been, Scott Thomas?
The Thomas family is overjoyed when their runaway son and brother, Scott, finally returns home. If only it were him.
This episode was written by Mark Zurek and directed by Elsbeth Denman
Ian and Scott were played by Ryan Halsaver
Courtney was played by Brianna Eckhardt
Jeremy was played by Aaron Catano - Saez
Laura was played by Melanie Peterson
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, James Malloy, Joshua Denman, Calie Ann, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Ryan Boelter, Charlotte and Peter, Madeline Denman, Marcia Mandel, Elaine Gibson, Brett McLaughlin and Michael Bowman.
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show.
Find out more at https://dark-valley-pod.pinecast.co
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Thu, 01 Jul 2021 09:00:48 -0000
Try Again
Episode Notes
Content Warning: Gaslighting, alcohol and a car accident
Episode 8: Try Again
After a night out with an old friend, Zach Fuller comes home to an angry wife and he can't seem to escape the feeling, that he's been here before.
This episode was written by Mark Zurek and directed by Elsbeth Denman
Zach was played by Byron Hagan
Morgan was played by Eva Ding
Jamie was played by Elizabeth Ann Rimar
Doctor was played by Jesse Singleton
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, Charlie Neal, James Malloy, Joshua Denman, Calie Ann, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Ryan Boelter, Charlotte and Peter, Madeline Denman and Michael Bowman.
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show.
Find out more at https://dark-valley-pod.pinecast.co
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Thu, 03 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0000
Episode Notes
Episode 7: Sabrina
An unusual caller surprises radio DJ, Sabrina Becker, with intimate knowledge of her life before fame.
This episode was written by Mark Zurek and directed by Elsbeth Denman
Sabrina and Bree were played by Monique Sanchez
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, Charlie Neal, James Malloy, Joshua Denman, Calie Ann, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Ryan Boelter, Charlotte and Peter, Madeline Denman and Michael Bowman.
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show.
Sound credit: "retro polysynth loop.wav" by zagi2 via freesound.org
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Thu, 04 Mar 2021 10:00:23 -0000
Episode Notes
Content Warning: Disordered eating of a child, a hospital rehab, siren type alarm (sound effect)
Episode 6: We're All Friends Here
Kristen Bryers and Jenna Green head to their daughter’s school after an incident, only to find that 6 year-old Zoe has made a secret friend.
This episode was written and directed by Mark Zurek.
Kristen was played by Rachel Faison
Jenna was played by Cara Picone
Mr. Hoffman was played by Gerrard James
Zoe was played by Cole Whitmore
Dr. Ng was played by Si Chen
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, Charlie Neal, James Malloy, Joshua Denman, Calie Ann, Sylva, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Charlotte and Peter, Madeline Denman and Michael Bowman.
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show.
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S1E5 - The Many Wounds of Gwen Miller
Thu, 18 Feb 2021 10:00:10 -0000
Episode Notes
Content Warning: Manipulation, Gaslighting, and tension building sound effects.
Episode 5: The Many Wounds of Gwen Miller
Gwen and Erin Miller have always had each other’s best interests at heart, but like sisters often do, they disagree on who knows best. They are about to discover the delicate line between a helping hand and a leash.
This episode was written by Mark Zurek and directed by Elsbeth Denman
Gwen was played by Mary McNulty
Erin was played by Claire Liu
Mike was played by Ryan Hemstock
The Clerk was played by James Malloy
Phyllis was played by Jane Mandel
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
Special thanks to our Guest Editor, James Malloy
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, Charlie Neal, James Malloy, Joshua Denman, Calie Ann, Sylva, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Charlotte and Peter, Madeline Denman and Michael Bowman.
Opening Music by https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-IZceGNQFEc
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show.
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Thu, 04 Feb 2021 10:00:48 -0000
Episode Notes
The Way We Were Credits
Episode 4: The Way We Were
While Maggie Perez may be excited to see her daughter Lexi off to college, her husband Oscar feels differently. Little does this family of three realize just how far behind schedule his inability to accept the present will set them.
This episode was written by Mark Zurek and directed by Elsbeth Denman
Oscar was played by Victor Almanzar
Maggie was played by Francesca Nong
Lexi was played by Rose Hahn
Jack was played by Charlie Aleman
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, Charlie Neal, James Malloy, Joshua Denman, Calie Ann, Sylva, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Charlotte and Peter, Madeline Denman and Michael Bowman.
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show.
Find out more at https://dark-valley-pod.pinecast.co
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Thu, 21 Jan 2021 10:00:06 -0000
Ultulu Anomaly Credits
Content Warning: repetitive sound effects
Episode 3: The Ultulu Anomaly
In their long months aboard the Coalition Starship Emvue, the crew of 4 has grown numb to the potential danger of their current station. But they are about to discover, history can be no indicator when it comes to the anomaly they monitor.
This episode was written and directed by Mark Zurek
Captain Clark was played by Peter DeGiglio
Bannon was played by Emily Buza
Stripe was played by Scott Paladin
Lanski was played by Corvyn Appleby
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, Charlie Neal, James Malloy, Joshua Denman, Calie Ann, Sylva, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Charlotte and Peter, Madeline Denman and Michael Bowman.
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show.
Sound Clip Credits: "UI Confirmation Alert, A3.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org
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Thu, 07 Jan 2021 10:00:01 -0000
The Hooded Man
___Content Warning_** : stalking and obsession
Episode 2 - The Hooded Man
Everyone has had a feeling of being watched from time to time. Many have experienced the unwelcome, uncomfortable attention of a stranger. Bianca swears there's a man intent on following her every move; a man whose only attribute is the dark hood he wears.
This episode was written by Mark Zurek.
It was directed by Elsbeth Denman
Bianca was played by Yhá Mourhia Wright
Liz was played by Cindy Chu
AJ was played by Christian Victoria Allen
Officer Wilson was played by Cole Whitmore
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, Charlie Neal, James Malloy, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Madeline Denman and Michael Bowman.
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show.
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Thu, 07 Jan 2021 10:00:00 -0000
Hotel Merit
Content Warning car accident, loss of a parent, and suicide.
This isn't the first time Jason and Sam have checked in to a hotel while on a business trip. However, the rooms of Hotel Merit are wholly unlike any other hotel rooms, providing opportunities neither Jason nor Sam ever expected to have again.
Episode 1 , Hotel Merit This episode was written by Mark Zurek
It was directed by Mark Zurek
Sam was Played by Geoffrey Hymers
Jason was played by Ben Dawson
Sam’s Mom was played by Shelby Rebecca Wong
Alex was played by Grant Emerson Harvey
Woman was played by Gabriela Aleman
The Clerk and Phone were played by Elsbeth Denman
The Narrator was played by Mark Zurek
Script editing by Geoffrey Hymers
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, Charlie Neal, James Malloy, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Madeline Denman and Michael Bowman.
Sound Clip Credits: "Rain, Car Interior, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org "Footsteps, Puddles, C.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org "Bell, Counter, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org
Please visit www.darkvalleypod.com to learn more about our show.
Find out more at https://dark-valley-pod.pinecast.co
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Tue, 29 Dec 2020 15:59:06 -0000
Show Notes
The Narrator is played by Mark Zurek
Dark Valley is produced and edited by Elsbeth Denman
This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
It is made possible by the generous support of our patrons at Patreon.com. including: Ryan Astheimer, Charlie Neal, James Malloy, Honey Brea, Joshua Ryan, Maryann Mengak, Madeline Denman and Michael Bowman.
More info about our show can be found on our website: www.darkvalleypod.com