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9 episodes
Language
EnglishPublisher
Wavland and Street Smart AudioExplicit
Yes
Date created
2026/08/13
Latest episode
2026/10/08
Average duration
36 min.
Release period
7 days
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When the body of 18-year-old Tiffany Valiante was found on railroad tracks deep in the New Jersey Pine Barrens in the summer of 2015, it was all too easy for police to label her death a suicide. More than a decade later, journalist Marie McGovern takes you inside a remarkable four-year investigation into the terrible tragedy that became a frightening mystery. From Wavland and Street Smart Audio, Cruel Summer: The Violent Death of Tiffany Valiante brings stunning new perspectives on the case and the first in-depth examination of the life, times and horrific death of a young woman with everything to live for.
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Run, I Say Run | Chapter 8
2026/10/08
We discover the plans Tiffany had been making before she died and the podcast triggers a dramatic step forward in the investigation. There is a warning to those who have remained silent.
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Cell Phones Don't Lie | Chapter 7
2026/10/01
How could Tiffany's cell phone be moving when she was miles away at railroad tracks? That's not the only mystery. Why would she be making arrangements to meet friends at exactly the time she vanished into the night, supposedly to take her own life?
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How Do You Lose An Axe? | Chapter 6
2026/09/24
Marie questions how potentially vital evidence goes missing, as Tiffany's mother finds herself at the center of a shocking development. And Marie uncovers a mysterious call answered on Tiffany's cell phone.
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Rule Out Homicide | Chapter 5
2026/09/17
The spotlight turns onto the original investigation as someone at the scene comes forward to reveal what she saw that fateful night. Her account shocks everyone as other experts dispute everything in the official reports.
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The Download | Chapter 4
2026/09/10
Like any teenager, Tiffany's cell phone was the center of her life. Digital detectives unlock Tiffany's phone. And what Marie discovers in the new download is frightening and begins to reshape the entire investigation.
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Secret Friend | Chapter 3
2026/09/03
There was a secret someone special in Tiffany's life. She breaks her silence to reveal her friend's state of mind and cast more doubt on the decision to label her death a suicide.
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Summer of Silence | Chapter 2
2026/08/27
Tiffany was popular, with a wide circle of friends. Marie is given unprecedented access to Tiffany's social media and reaches out to those who knew her best. She is shocked by what happens next.
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Into The Night | Chapter 1
2026/08/20
For Tiffany Valiante the summer of 2015 was about enjoying the beach, the pool and parties before she left for college. But after a family gathering, she was found dead on railroad tracks. Marie retraces her steps that last night and is left with deeply troubling questions.
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Trailer: Cruel Summer: The Violent Death of Tiffany Valiante
2026/08/13
When the body of 18-year-old Tiffany Valiante was found on railroad tracks deep in the New Jersey Pine Barrens in the summer of 2015, it was all too easy for police to label her death a suicide. More than a decade later, journalist Marie McGovern takes you inside a remarkable four-year investigation into the terrible tragedy that became a frightening mystery.
This 8-episode series debuts on August 20, 2026.
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Easty lady 2026/10/29
Just think
I feel like the brother in law came back from “looking for her” and dropped her phone in the brush. The way he said he looked at her like a sister did...
keeperpuppy 2026/10/28
Great podcast
Very sad after listening to this it feels to me the trainer at the wheel of the train made up the story of her jumping in front of the train then he i...
Annlikesred 2026/10/28
Melodramatic narrator
It’s a fascinating story, feel terrible for the family. But can’t handle the narrator breathless, overly dramatic reading. Talks slowly and patronizin...
cattpla 2026/10/24
Great series worth a listen
First, I had no issues with background music others were talking about. Second I thought this was a great podcast. I never thought it was suicide and ...
JoH5367 2026/10/22
Great Show
Wow, such a tragic and infuriating case! This family deserves a FULL INVESTIGATION into their daughter’s death. My thoughts and prayers go out to them...
KilroyWzHere 2026/10/22
Clear and informative
This story is told extremely well. It’s infuriating to me as a South Jersey resident that I didn’t know the details of this story and that this case h...
Suzluv 2026/10/22
Interesting story.
When does the next one come out ? I have never heard this story! Hoping this awareness brings justice to Tiffany.
ListenersGrpReview 2026/10/21
Well-told
What a tragic story. Well-told, interesting and easy to follow for anyone new to the story. The music wasn’t an issue for me as I’ve noticed it was a ...
eycastsz 2026/10/21
Great listen
I heard no background music.
fi.flap 2026/10/20
Well told story
I’m hopeful this leads to more information coming forward. Personally, I enjoyed the music. Thank you for your hard work! I’d never heard Tiffany’s s...
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