Popular True Crime Podcast Expands Female-Led Network Portfolio
AdLarge and the fwd. network have announced that National Park After Dark has joined their growing roster of women-led shows, further strengthening the network’s true crime collection. The move represents another strategic expansion for the fwd. network, which focuses exclusively on elevating female voices in podcasting.
Co-hosted by Danielle LaRock and Cassie Yahnian, National Park After Dark takes listeners beyond scenic overlooks to uncover the darker side of America’s most iconic public lands. The show’s distinctive artwork, featuring a skeletal figure in hiking gear against a starry wilderness backdrop with rocky formations and evergreen trees, perfectly captures its unique blend of outdoor adventure and true crime storytelling.
A Unique Perspective on True Crime
What sets National Park After Dark apart in the saturated true crime space is its distinct focus on stories that unfold within national parks. Each week, Danielle and Cassie explore chilling cases, mysterious disappearances, and historical tragedies that occurred in these vast landscapes.
Danielle’s fascination with dark history was sparked during a formative visit to Yellowstone National Park, while Cassie’s connection began in Yosemite. Both hosts grew up surrounded by New Hampshire wilderness, an environment that shaped their reverence for wild spaces and understanding of the risks that can exist within them.
“We’ve always been drawn toward the stories people don’t expect to hear from these places,” says Danielle. “There’s beauty in national parks, but there’s also real history and sometimes that history is dark.”
“We want listeners to understand that these landscapes hold complex human stories,” adds Cassie. “The wild is powerful, and it deserves curiosity and respect.”
Strategic Network Expansion
The addition of National Park After Dark aligns with the fwd. network’s mission to amplify distinctive creator voices while delivering premium, brand-safe content. As shown by the network’s clean, professional branding, fwd. positions itself as a platform “where women lead the conversation,” focusing on “real voices, real impact, real brand trust.”
Cathy Csukas, CEO of AdLarge and founder of fwd., praised the partnership: “National Park After Dark brings a unique perspective to storytelling, blending curiosity, adventure, and a deep appreciation for the natural world in a way that resonates strongly with their audience. We’re committed to elevating distinctive creator voices, and Danielle and Cassie have built something truly special.”
About the fwd. Network
The fwd. network operates as a multi-channel creator platform powered by AdLarge, a recognized leader in audio advertising with nearly 15 years of industry innovation. AdLarge’s global portfolio reaches more than 200 million listeners and serves clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to emerging direct-to-consumer brands.
This acquisition continues the network’s strategy of building a portfolio of engaging, female-led content that delivers measurable results for advertisers while ensuring women’s perspectives are heard, celebrated, and elevated in the podcasting industry.
For advertising inquiries related to National Park After Dark, interested parties can contact sales@adlarge.com.
Source: The Podwires Editor
