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The Canadian Gothic

CanadianGothic / Curiouscastwww.thecanadiangothic.com
The Canadian Gothic uncovers Canada’s most mysterious, unusual, and fascinating stories. The show dives deep into true crime, unsolved disappearances, paranormal encounters, and bizarre events using a blend of meticulous research, archival audio, interviews, and firsthand accounts. Each episode, whether a standalone mystery or part of an ongoing series, offers a richly woven narrative that brings Canada’s most enigmatic cases to life.
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Episodes

What Was in the Sky Above Luskville, Quebec?

Unexpectedly, but not completely surprisingly, I received an email from a very excited lady from Quebec who claimed to have filmed some odd objects hovering in the sky near her home. She didn’t believe they planes or helicopters… Belia was convinced she witnessed something very unique and she wanted my opinion on the footage she captured. The video (which I’ve since enhanced and added to the Nighttime YouTube Channel) shows several bright, slow moving objects, travelling above the Ottawa river. ...

Nov 27, 202132 min

the Unsolved Murder of Geraldine Settee - 2 - Discussion with True North True Crime

11 year old Geraldine Settee was last seen leaving her home with some change in her pocket and a craving for a snack from a neighbourhood drug store a short, safe, walk away. When Geraldine didn't return within the expected time, her father grew worried and worry turned to panic when he learned the drugstore wasn't even open that evening. Where is Geraldine? A gruesome discovery the next morning would answer that question, create many more, and forever change the Settee family. In this episode o...

Nov 22, 202154 min

the Unsolved Murder of Geraldine Settee

11 year old Geraldine Settee was last seen leaving her home with some change in her pocket and a craving for a snack from a neighbourhood drug store a short, safe, walk away. When Geraldine didn't return within the expected time, her father grew worried and worry turned to panic when he learned the drugstore wasn't even open that evening. Where is Geraldine? A gruesome discovery the next morning would answer that question, create many more, and forever change the Settee family. Although he never...

Nov 18, 202154 min

Nighttime's Haunted Listeners - a collection of listener contributed stories

Just as I had expected, Nighttime listeners are as haunted as any abandoned greenhouse with a horrifying backstory. In this episode we hear from several listeners of Nighttime who have had encounters with GHOSTS. Nicole P.’s Childhood Haunting and/or Possession (Victoria, BC) Shannon G’s Unexpected Vistor (Barrie, ON) Laura Keating’s Invisible Housemate (St. Andrews, NB) Marisa and the Jam Packed Empty Pub (New Westminister, BC) Credits: Musical Theme - Noir Tokyo by Monty Datta Provide feedback...

Oct 29, 202144 min

Three More Tales from Haunted Nova Scotia - with Steve Vernon

Nothing brings life to the Halloween spirit like a good ghost story, and no one tells a ghost story like Steve Vernon. Longtime listeners will know Steve well. He's a favorite author of mine and has joined us several times in the past to share his unique style of storytelling. Just a few nights back, Steve and I ventured into one of Halifax's many forests for a night of storytelling. I brought my microphone, and Steve brought a flashlight and a book of his stories. In this episode I'll take you ...

Oct 26, 20211 hr 1 min

the World of INCELs (with Naama Kates)

Incels are the online community, made up predominantly of men, who define their identity in the fact that they are involuntarily celibate. the Incel subculture, as regular listeners of Nighttime know, doesn't just wallow in misogynism, self pity, and entitlement in the internet’s dark corners.. Some self identifing Incels have seen their inability to get laid as justification to commit horrific acts of mass murder... It's a twisted, dark, and very troubling community, but it's also fascinating a...

Oct 18, 20211 hr 9 min

UFO Night in Canada (a conversation with Chris Rutkowski)

In this episode, Canadian UFO Researcher, Chris Rutkowski and I discuss the phenomenon of UFOs and review some recent reports received via the UFOs Above Canada Facebook group. Welcome to UFO Night in Canada. Links: Join the UFOs Above Canada Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ufosabovecanada Report a Canadian UFO Sighting: https://www.nighttimepodcast.com/report-a-canadian-ufo-sighting Credits: Musical Theme - Noir Tokyo by Monty Datta Provide feedback and comments on the episode...

Sep 17, 202155 min

a Walk Amongst the Dead in Halifax - 2 - the Old Halifax Burying Ground

In a prior episode we joined Craig Ferguson (Dead in Halifax) for a walk amongst the dead who lay in Halifax's Camp Hill Cemetary. In this episode, we are gonna go back a bit further in time, as Craig offered to introduce us to some of those buried at the site that serviced Halifax's dead in the years before Camp Hill. the Old Halifax Burying Ground has sat solemnly in the heart of downtown Halifax since 1749. Through the surprising stories of the dead lying in the old burying ground, the city o...

Sep 14, 20211 hr 1 min

the Munros Point UFO Event (my grandparents, a ufo, and me)

In 1986 my grandparents Eddie and Theresa were driving on a rural road in the highlands of Cape Breton Island. When a strange object appeared above their car, their lives were never the same,. In this episode, my best friend Randy will join me in a discussion, and a bit of an update, about the first story I've ever covered on nighttime. Links: Join the UFOs Above Canada Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ufosabovecanada Report a Canadian UFO Sighting: https://www.nighttimepodcast....

Sep 09, 20211 hr

the Death of Riley Fairholm - Part 2 - Riley and Me (with Camille Larouche)

In the early morning hours of July 25, 2018 a 911 call was made in Brome Lake, Qc. The caller, Riley Fairholm, reported a man in distress, carrying a handgun, and shouting to himself. When the police arrived on the scene it took only 61 seconds before a responding officer shot the young man holding the gun dead. In a confusing turn, the caller was the man with the gun. The events that led up to and followed that police interaction have received much more than 61 seconds of consideration. In this...

Aug 27, 202133 min

the Death of Riley Fairholm - Part 1 - a 17 year old, a mental health crisis, a 911 call, and a police shooting

In the early morning hours of July 25, 2018 a 911 call was made in Brome Lake, Qc. The caller, Riley Fairholm, reported a man in distress, carrying a handgun, and shouting to himself. When the police arrived on the scene it took only 61 seconds before a responding officer shot the young man holding the gun dead. In a confusing turn, the caller was the man with the gun. The events that led up to and followed that police interaction have received much more than 61 seconds of consideration. The vic...

Aug 24, 202156 min

Nadine Bought an Urn on Amazon. What Could Go Wrong?

After the unexpected passing of Nadine’s grandmother she was tasked with finding a suitable container for her portion of her beloved grandmother’s ashes. After a series of strange coincidences she settled on a butterfly shaped pendent style urn and fatefully she choose to purchase from Amazon dot com. the one out of five star review she left the seller gives a hint at what happened next: 1* Beyond Disturbing How was this even possible? I opened this item with a BIG surprise of finding a stranger...

Aug 14, 202131 min

Candice and Onagottay - part 2 - Lies, Betrayal, a Shooting Death, the Ashcrofts, and UFOs

It started with a post to the UFOs Above Canada discussion group on facebook… “ I'm wondering if there are any people living in Kingston, Ontario. Since December 3, 2020 we have been taking pictures of crafts over our house. Up to 22 craft at once. I also have pics of craft with hatches open and small orbs flying out of them. We are 2 older people who were not looking for this experience, it came to us. I am not technically savvy and need a person to help us to identify, examine and file these p...

Aug 08, 202143 min

Candice and Onagottay - Part 1 - Who or What Keeps Appearing Above Candice and Onagottay?!?

It started with a post to the UFOs Above Canada discussion group on facebook… “ Im wondering if there are any people living in Kingston, Ontario. Since December 3, 2020 we have been taking pictures of crafts over our house. Up to 22 craft at once. I also have pics of craft with hatches open and small orbs flying out of them. We are 2 older people who were not looking for this experience, it came to us. I am not technically savvy and need a person to help us to identify, examine and file these pi...

Aug 07, 20211 hr 1 min

Ghost Night (a chilling conversation on the topic of ghosts)

I suppose I decided to get into the Halloween spirit a little early and I’m taking you with me. In this episode of Nighttime, my pal Donnie and I invite you to the first Nighttime podcast GHOST NIGHT. During the conversation, we share our personal experiences with the BEYOND, we take live calls from listeners, and we read a couple of our favorite ghost stories. Links: On Paper Books: https://www.onpaperbooks.com/ Credits: Musical Theme - Noir Tokyo by Monty Datta Provide feedback and comments on...

Aug 05, 20211 hr 35 min

Andrew Pyper Saw a UFO (and it changed his life)

Andrew Pyper is an award winning Canadian author who has gained a reputation for producing writing as rock solid as it is creepy. His novels can be found on best sellers list and literary award ceremonies both in Canada and internationally. As impressive and as interesting as the life and craft of a rock star writer is, Andrew is joining us to talk about something even move fascinating. While spending a weekend at his cottage, in rural Ontario last summer, something happened to Andrew Pyper. And...

Aug 02, 202139 min

Where is Dylan Ehler? - Part 2 - Dorothy's Story

On May 6, 2020 three year old Dylan Ehler was visiting his grandmother’s home in Truro, NS. While playing in the back yard, his grandmother turned her back to Dylan briefly to leash a dog. At some point during that moment of inattention, Dylan vanished. Despite nearly a year of searching, the only evidence located was Dylan’s two rubber boots, both found caught amongst debris in shallow brook that flows a short distance from where he was last seen. In a prior episode, Dylan’s father Jason Ehler ...

Jul 26, 202138 min

Where is Dylan Ehler - Part 1 - My Son is Missing (featuring Jason Ehler)

On May 6, 2020, three-year-old Dylan Ehler vanished while playing in his grandmother’s backyard in Truro, Nova Scotia His grandmother claims she had briefly turned away to leash a dog, and in that fleeting moment, Dylan disappeared. A massive search followed, but the only trace ever found were his two rubber boots—discovered caught in debris in a shallow brook not far from the property. With little progress in finding Dylan, the case has taken on a life of its own online. Fueled by speculation a...

Jul 25, 202151 min

the Most Controversial Garden in St. Catharines, Ontario

When scrolling through the news over my morning coffee, I found myself face to face with what can only be described as the most controversial garden in St. Catharines, Ontario. When Christina and Matt designed their garden, they started by purchasing two large wooden coffins, placing them in their yard and filling them with soil. As it turned out their neighbours didn't share the same taste. A complaint to by law enforcement would begin the most interesting garden or bylaw enforcement story the ...

Jul 21, 202132 min

the Unsolved Murder of Tanner Krupa - 2 - a discussion with True North True Crime

This story is going to take us to an alleyway in Surrey, BC. On an otherwise uneventful night, in August of 2017, something horrible happened there. Despite the passage of time and tremendous efforts we still don't know what happened exactly, but when the dust settled 19 year old Tanner Krupa was dead. Tanner had only been in Surrey for a handful of days, there for a short work trip. Just a 19 year old who stepped out to grab something at a near by convenience store and somehow ends up dead in a...

Jul 01, 202158 min

the Unsolved Murder of Tanner Krupa

This story is going to take us to an alleyway in Surrey, BC. On an otherwise uneventful night, in August of 2017, something horrible happened there. Despite the passage of time and tremendous efforts we still don't know what happened exactly, but when the dust settled 19 year old Tanner Krupa was dead. Tanner had only been in Surrey for a handful of days, there for a short work trip. Just a 19 year old who stepped out to grab something at a near by convenience store and somehow ends up dead in a...

Jun 26, 202144 min

Canadian Ufo Crashes (with Chris Rutkowski)

In the past Nighttime has spent a considerable amount of time discussing the stories of strange lights in our skies. We may get to some of them tonight as well but rather than focusing on the lights in the sky, in this episode, we are going to consider what happens when the damn things crash to the ground. In this episode of Nighttime, Canadian UFO researcher Chris Rutkowski and I discuss Canada’s history with UFO crashes and review some recent UFO reports submitted via the UFOs Above Canada Fac...

Jun 08, 20211 hr 3 min

Elon Musk Is Responsible For Many Canadian UFO Reports (aka what is the starlink satellite constellation)

Listeners of Nighttime, consider this episode a sort of public service. This episode has the power to ease the minds of many people out there who feel they have witnessed a fleet of alien invaders in the skies above Canada. The story usually manifests itself in one of two ways; it's either a photo showing a series of aerial lights in a straight line, or a witness account from someone who saw a series of objects flying one after the other in a sort of liner formation. Well, if you see this type o...

May 22, 202127 min

the Life, Death, and Legacy of Amanda Todd (with Carol Todd)

Amanda Todd was still a child when she began to share her love of singing with viewers around the world on Youtube. Perhaps she was hopeful that she would be discovered like Justin Bieber, another Canadian youtuber, recently had. Like Justin, Amanda too found a sort of fame as a result of sharing her talents. Tragically, Amanda is known around the world not for her voice or her charm but as a cautionary tale about the evils that lurk all around us. As we know now, one of the people who was moved...

Apr 04, 20211 hr 14 min

The Carp, Ontario 'Guardian' UFO Case - Part 2 - a discussion with Chris Rutkowski

In the last episode, my guest Ian Rogers spoke both about his experiences investigating the Guardian case as well as the route this story took to being featured on a major CBC Documentary ‘UFO Town’. When I was putting that episode together I learned that my friend, and past guest of the show, Chris Rutkowski was one of the ufo investigators who received Guardian's mailings back in the 80s and 90s. I also learned that Chris was invited, but declined, to participate in ‘UFO TOWN’. I thought Chris...

Mar 29, 202151 min

The Carp, Ontario 'Guardian' UFO Case - Part 1 - a discussion with Ian Rogers

the Carp, Ontario UFO case widely centers on an anonymous whistle blower using the name 'Guardian' who for a period in the early 90s sent strange packages to UFO researchers around the world claiming that world government’s were attempting to cover up the crash of an extraterrestrial craft just outside of Ottawa in Carp, Ontario. The packages included a rambling manifesto, photographs of purported aliens, and perhaps most interesting, a vhs tape containing video of what was supposed to be a flyi...

Mar 28, 20211 hr 5 min

the Disappearance of Lisa Marie Young (with Laura Palmer)

Lisa Marie Young was a 21-year-old indigenous Canadian who disappeared from Nanaimo, British Columbia on June 30, 2002. Lisa had spent her last known night at a local nightclub and several house parties, before accepting a ride to a fast food restaurant from a man she had just met. Her final communication was a series of distressing messages she sent to a friend suggesting she was being held against her will. Although Young has never been found, her disappearance is being investigated as a homic...

Mar 08, 20211 hr 5 min

Who is the Halifax Airport John Doe?

The Halifax Airport John Doe is an unidentified man who was found deceased in a forested area near the Halifax Stanfield International Airport in October of 2004. He was found hanging from a tree with many of his personal possessions, yet no identification. Local police do not believe foul play was involved in his death, however many believe their is much more to his story. In this episode I'll be joined by local researcher Lena Snooks for a discussion on Halifax's mysterious John Doe. Episode L...

Feb 19, 202157 min

the Death of Elisa Lam (with John Lordan)

Elisa Lam was a Canadian student at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, who had disappeared under mysterious circumstances while staying at the infamous Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles. When LAPD released the last known video footage of Elisa, the often discussed elevator video, Elisa's disappearance became one of the world's highest profile cases. When Elisa's body was found the case became a go-to topic for web sleuths and members of true crime discussion communities. In this episode o...

Feb 18, 20211 hr 24 min

John Mark Tillmann; Art Thief, Abuser, White Supremacist (with guest Mikaela Gorman)

John Mark Tillmann was a Canadian art thief and white supremacist who, for over two decades, stole over 10,000 antiques and art objects from museums, galleries, archives and antique shops mainly in Atlantic Canada. In this episode of Nighttime, Mikaela Gorman joins us to share his stranger than fiction story. Links: Mikaela Gorman on Twitter - https://twitter.com/MikkiHereEgo John Mark Tillmann Wiki article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Tillmann John Mark Tillmann: the Collector (CBC Fift...

Feb 10, 202153 min
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