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If the murderer you're looking for is a vampire, then you want a vampire detective. Just maybe not this one. From their base at Solomon College, Oxford, Jack Valentine and her colleagues are tasked with keeping the existence of vampires secret from humanity. Mostly they hunt those of their number who’ve got carried away while blood-drinking and killed a human by accident, but occasionally they encounter the most dangerous kind of predator: a vampire serial killer. Jack Valentine, Vampire Detective is an LGBTQIA+-led comedy drama that mashes vampires and police procedural together into a fast-paced, sometimes gritty, sometimes romantic, and darkly funny mix.
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In this bonus episode, we're bringing you a spooky Halloween treat: a short story from the world of Jack Valentine. It’s called Black Mary, and it’s narrated by our wonderful director Jen Sugden.Content warning: this is a vampire horror story involving the apparent death of children.You can find the Encounters short story collection here: https://buy.bookfunnel.com/ri7ixdsf6cFor early, ad-free episodes, and exclusive content, join the Jack Valentine Patreon.You can also buy special swag and digi bundles at Jack’s Ko-fi.Get the shiny special edition of May Day on Backerkit.Encounters cover art by Martin Beckett. Music by Hedley Knights.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this bonus episode, Josie Jaffrey has updates about our crowdfunder for the next half season of Jack Valentine, Vampire Detective, and also news about our network, Fable & Folly.You can find the Jack Valentine Patreon here (for Dead Letters): https://www.patreon.com/c/josiejaffreyThe Jack Valentine Ko-fi shop here (for swag bundles): https://ko-fi.com/jackvalentinepodAnd the May Day Special Edition BackerKit here (with freebie Cam short story "Blood Work"): https://www.backerkit.com/call_to_action/687947b5-b8d2-4c3d-814b-225c10a007ba/landingEpisode seven was the last episode in this half season of Jack Valentine, so we’re taking a little hiatus until next year while we make more of the show. In the meantime, we’ll be bringing you taster episodes from other podcasts in the Jack Valentine family: highlighting other shows featuring our wonderfully-talented cast and crew.Today, we're bringing you the first ever episode of Victoriocity, co-created by our wonderful director Jen Sudgen, in which Inspector Fleet is sent to protect a celebrated scientist who has returned to England, and Clara Entwhistle travels to London to begin her new life as a journalist.Find out more at https://www.victoriocity.com/, and buy the excellent Victoriocity novel High Vaultage here: https://www.victoriocity.com/high-vaultageSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this bonus episode, Josie Jaffrey has updates about the next half season of Jack Valentine, Vampire Detective.You can find the Jack Valentine Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/268182651/jack-valentine-vampire-detective-part-2And the May Day Special Edition BackerKit here (with freebie Cam short story "Blood Work"): https://www.backerkit.com/call_to_action/687947b5-b8d2-4c3d-814b-225c10a007ba/landingEpisode seven was the last episode in this half season of Jack Valentine, so we’re taking a little hiatus until next year while we make more of the show. In the meantime, we’ll be bringing you taster episodes from other podcasts in the Jack Valentine family: highlighting other shows featuring our wonderfully-talented cast and crew.Today, we're bringing you the first ever episode of We Fix Space Junk, created by our incredible music and sound design team, in which Kilner picks up a suspect package and Samantha flees from the law. For a full transcript of the episode and content warnings click here or visit battlebird.productions and click transcripts!Written by Beth Crane and produced by Hedley Knights for Battle Bird Productions. All artwork and graphics by Beth Crane, all music by Hedley Knights.CAST: Beth Crane, Becky Evans, Jack Carmichael, Hedley Knights, Chris Montague, Rosie Alys, Aaron Simmonds, Krystal HewittSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In the last episode of this half-season, Jack finds herself trapped by the very killer she was supposed to catch.Click here for transcripts and content warnings.SUPPORT JACK VALENTINE!For early, ad-free episodes, join the Jack Valentine Patreon.You can also throw money at Jack’s Ko-fi.We’re crowdfunding the second half of this season. You can sign up to our Kickstarter to be notified the minute it goes live.For more of Jack Valentine’s exploits, read Josie Jaffrey’s ‘Seekers’ novels. Find out more at josiejaffrey.com/seekers.CASTJack Valentine – Grace Kelly MillerCameron Sawyer – Nathan Peter GrassiDeputy Boyd – Kofi YoungHunter LeMay Alderley – Max WindichBaron Drake – Pip GladwinCaptain Langford – Joyce GreenawayProfessor Wilks – Richard RycroftDr Ed Castell – Ian NuttPandora Carlton – Lowri Ann DaviesEllie – Nancy WhiteFrank the Hacker – Maddy SearleMina Parchek – Beth EyreAdditional Voices – Beth Crane, Adie Hart, Phillip Cotterill and Richard RycroftCREWProduction support and script editing – Adie HartRecording and sound design – Hedley Knights and Beth Crane of Battle Bird ProductionsJack Valentine, Vampire Detective is written by Josie Jaffrey and directed by Jen Sugden, with original music by Hedley Knights.Jack Valentine character art by Salome Totladze. All graphics by Josie Jaffrey.This podcast is made by humans, for humans (and vampires). No generative AI tools were used in its creation.Find and support our sponsors at: fableandfolly.com/partnersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The discovery of a third body presents a disturbing solution to the question of the serial killer’s identity.Click here for transcripts and content warnings.SUPPORT JACK VALENTINE!For early, ad-free episodes, join the Jack Valentine Patreon.You can also throw money at Jack’s Ko-fi.We’re crowdfunding the second half of this season. You can sign up to our Kickstarter to be notified the minute it goes live.For more of Jack Valentine’s exploits, read Josie Jaffrey’s ‘Seekers’ novels. Find out more at josiejaffrey.com/seekers.CASTJack Valentine – Grace Kelly MillerCameron Sawyer – Nathan Peter GrassiDeputy Boyd – Kofi YoungHunter LeMay Alderley – Max WindichBaron Drake – Pip GladwinCaptain Langford – Joyce GreenawayDr Ed Castell – Ian NuttPandora Carlton – Lowri Ann DaviesAdditional Voices – Maddy Searle, Phillip Cotterill and Adie HartCREWProduction support and script editing – Adie HartRecording and sound design – Hedley Knights and Beth Crane of Battle Bird ProductionsJack Valentine, Vampire Detective is written by Josie Jaffrey and directed by Jen Sugden, with original music by Hedley Knights.Jack Valentine character art by Salome Totladze. All graphics by Josie Jaffrey.This podcast is made by humans, for humans (and vampires). No generative AI tools were used in its creation.Find and support our sponsors at: fableandfolly.com/partnersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mina gets a rude awakening, and Cam takes us back to his favourite case from the Dead Box.Click here for transcripts and content warnings.SUPPORT JACK VALENTINE!For early, ad-free episodes, join the Jack Valentine Patreon.You can also throw money at Jack’s Ko-fi.We’re crowdfunding the second half of this season. You can sign up to our Kickstarter to be notified the minute it goes live.For more of Jack Valentine’s exploits, read Josie Jaffrey’s ‘Seekers’ novels. Find out more at josiejaffrey.com/seekers.CASTJack Valentine – Grace Kelly MillerCameron Sawyer – Nathan Peter GrassiDeputy Boyd – Kofi YoungHunter LeMay Alderley – Max WindichBaron Drake – Pip GladwinCaptain Langford – Joyce GreenawayEllie – Nancy WhiteDr Ed Castell – Ian NuttMina Parchek – Beth EyreAdditional Voices – Beth CraneCREWProduction support and script editing – Adie HartRecording and sound design – Hedley Knights and Beth Crane of Battle Bird ProductionsJack Valentine, Vampire Detective is written by Josie Jaffrey and directed by Jen Sugden, with original music by Hedley Knights.Jack Valentine character art by Salome Totladze. All graphics by Josie Jaffrey.This podcast is made by humans, for humans (and vampires). No generative AI tools were used in its creation.Find and support our sponsors at: fableandfolly.com/partnersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The discovery of a second body sends the Seekers scrambling for leads, while Cam worries about Jack’s safety.Click here for transcripts and content warnings.SUPPORT JACK VALENTINE!For early, ad-free episodes, join the Jack Valentine Patreon.You can also throw money at Jack’s Ko-fi.We’re crowdfunding the second half of this season. You can sign up to our Kickstarter to be notified the minute it goes live.For more of Jack Valentine’s exploits, read Josie Jaffrey’s ‘Seekers’ novels. Find out more at josiejaffrey.com/seekers.CASTJack Valentine – Grace Kelly MillerCameron Sawyer – Nathan Peter GrassiDeputy Boyd – Kofi YoungHunter LeMay Alderley – Max WindichBaron Drake – Pip GladwinCaptain Langford – Joyce GreenawayProfessor Wilks – Richard RycroftCREWProduction support and script editing – Adie HartRecording and sound design – Hedley Knights and Beth Crane of Battle Bird ProductionsJack Valentine, Vampire Detective is written by Josie Jaffrey and directed by Jen Sugden, with original music by Hedley Knights.Jack Valentine character art by Salome Totladze. All graphics by Josie Jaffrey.This podcast is made by humans, for humans (and vampires). No generative AI tools were used in its creation.Find and support our sponsors at: fableandfolly.com/partnersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jack interviews local PI Mina Parchek, while Cam digs into Hunter’s past.Click here for transcripts and content warnings.SUPPORT JACK VALENTINE!For early, ad-free episodes, join the Jack Valentine Patreon.You can also throw money at Jack’s Ko-fi.We’re crowdfunding the second half of this season. You can sign up to our Kickstarter to be notified the minute it goes live.For more of Jack Valentine’s exploits, read Josie Jaffrey’s ‘Seekers’ novels. Find out more at josiejaffrey.com/seekers.CASTJack Valentine – Grace Kelly MillerCameron Sawyer – Nathan Peter GrassiDeputy Boyd – Kofi YoungHunter LeMay Alderley – Max WindichMina Parchek – Beth EyreMs St Jean – Erika SandersonAdditional Voices – Hedley KnightsCREWProduction support and script editing – Adie HartRecording and sound design – Hedley Knights and Beth Crane of Battle Bird ProductionsJack Valentine, Vampire Detective is written by Josie Jaffrey and directed by Jen Sugden, with original music by Hedley Knights.Jack Valentine character art by Salome Totladze. All graphics by Josie Jaffrey.This podcast is made by humans, for humans (and vampires). No generative AI tools were used in its creation.Find and support our sponsors at: fableandfolly.com/partnersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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If the murderer you're looking for is a vampire, then you want a vampire detective. Just maybe not this one. From their base at Solomon College, Oxford, Jack Valentine and her colleagues are tasked with keeping the existence of vampires secret from humanity. Mostly they hunt those of their number who’ve got carried away while blood-drinking and killed a human by accident, but occasionally they encounter the most dangerous kind of predator: a vampire serial killer. Jack Valentine, Vampire Detective is an LGBTQIA+-led comedy drama that mashes vampires and police procedural together into a fast-paced, sometimes gritty, sometimes romantic, and darkly funny mix.
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