Welcome to the Bark’s new true crime podcast. In this episode, host Annie Goldstein will be exploring what happened beyond the rolling foothills of Mt. Tamalpais as she looks into the murders committed by David Carpenter, nicknamed the “Trailside Killer” for the location of his murders. Carpenter was known for stalking his victims on hiking trails throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, and was known to have killed at least 10 individuals. To understand this local history, Goldstein talks with Marin resident Cadio Zirpoli, Film Appreciation teacher David Minhondo and archivist at the Mill Valley Public Library Natalie Snoyman. While this podcast details life amidst the fear, it also seeks to delve into the realm of sensationalizing crime in today’s media.
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On our mountain: The story of the Trailside Killer
February 7, 2022
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Annie Goldstein, Head Copy Editor
Annie Goldstein is a senior at Redwood High School. She is a Head Copy Editor and reporter for The Redwood Bark. She enjoys playing water polo and swimming for her high school team. In her free time, she likes to spend time outdoors with family and friends.