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Settle in and get cozy for some spine-tingling Canadian folklore. Featuring stories of ghost ships, supernatural beings, larger-than-life heroes, mysterious spirits, and national myths. Host David Williams will tell you a tale, then bring you on a deep dive into its history and cultural significance.
- 35 - The Swamp Hag of Bell Island
She stalks the swamps and marshes of Bell Island, seeking revenge for her own tragic death. Learn the legend and history of one of Canada's most terrifying ghosts.
Sat, 28 Oct 2023 - 37min - 34 - The Sourtoe Cocktail
Hear the legend and history of this infamous drink from the Yukon garnished with a preserved human toe.
Thu, 30 Mar 2023 - 43min - 33 - Charlie Redstar: Manitoba's Friendly UFOThu, 16 Mar 2023 - 49min
- 32 - The Murderer and the Mind ReaderThu, 9 Mar 2023 - 56min
- 31 - The Myth of the Minks
What do pro-slavery sentiment, a long-forgotten Chicago obituary, a 1990s Hallmark movie, and one of early Toronto's most successful Black business owners have in common?
Thu, 16 Feb 2023 - 50min - 30 - Ogopogo / nx̌ax̌aitkʷ
According to Indigenous tradition, local legend, and eye witness accounts going back nearly two centuries, something mysterious is lurking in BC's Okanagan Lake.
Thu, 2 Feb 2023 - 1h 05min - 29 - Big Joe
Hear a tale of two Joes: one, a mythical giant lumberjack, the other a French Canadian folk hero and strongman who fought with violent gangs early in Ottawa's history.
Thu, 19 Jan 2023 - 1h 05min - 28 - The Fireship of Chaleur BayThu, 5 Jan 2023 - 1h 01min
- 27 - Two Winter Legends of the Canadian NorthThu, 22 Dec 2022 - 50min
- 26 - Lost in the Fairies
Canada's easternmost province is rich with stories of "the fair folk," but they're a far cry from Tinkerbell.
Thu, 8 Dec 2022 - 1h 00min - 25 - The Haunted Lighthouse of Gibraltar Point
In this special Halloween episode, hear the tale of Toronto's oldest cold case and most enduring ghost story.
Thu, 27 Oct 2022 - 55min - 24 - The Coleman FrogThu, 3 Mar 2022 - 41min
- 23 - The Devil at the DanceThu, 17 Feb 2022 - 49min
- 22 - The Haunting of the Fort Garry HotelThu, 3 Feb 2022 - 49min
- 21 - The Horn of the Unknown ShoreThu, 20 Jan 2022 - 44min
- 20 - The Vampires of Wilno, OntarioThu, 6 Jan 2022 - 1h 03min
- 19 - The Lost Cache of Granite Creek
Hear the legends and lore of a vanished BC ghost town and the lost treasure said to be buried somewhere nearby.
Thu, 9 Dec 2021 - 42min - 18 - The Demon of Sainte-ÉmélieThu, 25 Nov 2021 - 38min
- 17 - The Crucified Canadian
In April of 1915, the body of a Canadian soldier was found crucified near the city of Ypres...or so the legend goes.
Thu, 11 Nov 2021 - 49min - 16 - The Old Hag of Newfoundland
A strange and terrifying phenomenon has been plaguing humans for millennia, walking into bedrooms at night, looming at bedsides and, in the worst cases, attempting to suffocate or strangle its paralyzed victims. It has many names throughout the world, but in Newfoundland they call it "The Old Hag," where it has connections to centuries-old beliefs about witchcraft and the occult. In this episode, we'll learn about the cultural phenomenon of "The Old Hag" and what Newfoundland folklore can teach us about the cause, the cure and the culture.
Sun, 31 Oct 2021 - 49min - 15 - The Phantom Bell Ringers of PEI
One chilly October morning, a church bell unexpectedly rang through the streets of Charlottetown, PEI, guided by the hands of four ghostly women. Hours later, a ship would sink halfway between Charlottetown and Pictou, Nova Scotia, killing four women. In this episode we'll explore this classic ghost story of PEI together with the historic account of a mostly-forgotten shipwreck. We'll learn how ghosts can foretell a disaster, how the truth can often be scarier than any legend, and how a ghost story can sometimes be a comfort in trying times.
Thu, 21 Oct 2021 - 40min - 14 - The Pirate Edward Jordan – Part 1
Edward Jordan was the first person to be tried and executed for piracy on Canadian soil. That fact has made him something of a legend, with many imagining him cruising the Atlantic and plundering vessels before being captured. The truth is far less romantic, but still an intriguing story from Canadian history. Part 1 of 2.
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 38min - 13 - The Curious Creature of Yale
One summer's day in the 1880s, a number of railroad workers stumbled upon a mysterious creature sleeping on the track. After a brief chase, they captured the beast and carried it to town, where it was examined by the local doctor and declared to be a new species of ape. That's the legend, at least. The story of Yale's "wild man" or "Jacko," as he would come to be called, caused a slight stir in 1880s British Columbia, but that would pale in comparison to its rediscovery in the late 20th century by cryptozoologists. Could this forgotten story be a powerful piece of evidence that proves the existence of the elusive Sasquatch or Bigfoot? And what are its connections to a local First Nation's chief and a famous American showman?
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 36min - 12 - The Baldoon Mystery – Part 2
Part 2 of 2 continues our examination of the Baldoon Mystery with a look at the history and culture of the people who lived there. We'll also review of all the various theories about what was behind the strange events, and what ultimately brought them to an end. You'll hear about rumours of Faustian deals, about "little people" of Indigenous oral traditions, and about one of my favourite Canadian folk heroes of all time.
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 53min - 11 - The Baldoon Mystery – Part 1
The Baldoon Mystery is an odd bit of Canadian folklore. It's supported by recorded eye-witness accounts, has ties to real people and real history, and has the strange distinction of being one of the few ghost stories in the world that doesn't actually feature a ghost. At least, not in the way you might expect. It's a prime example of a Settler Gothic folktale, and it deserves a closer look. In this episode, Part 1 of 2, you'll hear a retelling of the legend based on a book written by one of the survivors.
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 35min - 10 - The Legend of Qu’Appelle
Mowhawk author and performer E. Pauline Johnson made The Legend of the Qu'Appelle Valley one of Saskatchewan's most popular folktales, but it's not the only story about "The River That Calls." Learn about the history of the legend, the theories on what made Johnson's version so popular, and the legacy that has made it somewhat controversial today. Then listen to a more modern tale inspired by the various elements of this iconic legend. Note: This episode discusses and quotes some antiquated and racist ideas and language in order to provide some context and aid in understanding its history. Discretion is advised.
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 54min - 9 - Dungarvon Whooper – Part 2
In Part 2 of my look at the Dungarvon Whooper, I'll tell you my version of the classic legend of a murdered cook whose spirit is said to haunt the wilderness of northern New Brunswick. We'll also take a closer look at the stories you heard last episode, try to understand the historical context of these tales, consider the legacy of the legend, and discuss what might actually be stalking the shadowy forest "where the dark and deep Dungarvon sweeps along."
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 43min - 8 - Dungarvon Whooper – Part 1
The Dungarvon Whooper is perhaps the most popular ghost story and folk legend in New Brunswick. But while many know the tale about a murdered cook named Ryan, few realize that, long ago, it was just one of many. In this episode, we'll take a trip to the lumber camps of the late 1800s and hear four different legends, all shared in an attempt to explain a terrifying sound that once echoed through the wilderness of Northern New Brunswick.
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 31min - 7 - The Phantom Train of Medicine Hat
In 1908, two trains collided just outside of Medicine Hat, killing seven men. The event has since become part of a classic piece of Canadian folklore with elements of fortune telling, forerunners, and fate. Today, over a century later, the lines between history and legend are starting to blur. In this episode you’ll hear the original story told by a man who narrowly escaped the crash, and learn how one man's ghost story has become a true Canadian legend.
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 35min - 6 - The Pirate Edward Jordan – Part 2
Edward Jordan was the first person to be tried and executed for piracy on Canadian soil. In Part 1, we heard about the mysterious vessel "Three Sisters", the odd behaviour of her crew, and their ultimate capture by the British navy for murder, piracy and robbery. In Part 2, we'll learn the rest of Edward Jordan's story, and the fate of those involved. Part 2 of 2.
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 30min - 5 - The Screaming Tunnel
It has been called one of Ontario’s most haunted locations, and it has hosted a right-of-passage for Niagara youth for decades—some say for over a hundred years. Go at night, they say, light a match, and face the ghost of a murdered girl, then hear her scream as she blows the match out. It’s a wonderfully creepy ghost story, and a fascinating study for those interested in the evolution of urban legends.
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 27min - 4 - La Chasse-Galerie – Part 2
A doomed French lord, ill-fated lovers, and the Wild Hunt all play a part in this episode focused on unpacking and examining the origin and the legacy of La Chasse-Galerie. Listen to a long-forgotten legend of La Chasse-Galerie from old Detroit, and get a better understanding of this classic Canadian legend and its connections to other, older folklore.
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 31min - 3 - La Chasse-Galerie – Part 1
The story of La Chasse-Galerie is perhaps one of the most popular folktales you’ve never heard. It’s a story about a group of homesick men who make a deal with the devil, risking their souls to travel in a flying canoe and spend one winter’s night with their loved ones back home. Virtually unknown outside of French Canada, the bit of folklore has ties to Canadian history and culture, and is just as relevant today as it was over 300 years ago.
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 39min - 2 - The Thing of Annapolis County
One night in the early 1900’s, two men encountered a strange and terrifying creature. Their story is now a classic part of Nova Scotian folklore. This episode explores some of Nova Scotia’s most iconic stories about “forerunners” (supernatural omens of impending death), including one story that was later adapted for the best-selling spooky kids’ book Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark.
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 - 28min - 1 - Welcome to the FiresideFri, 20 Aug 2021 - 01min
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