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Episode 349
Episode 349: In the 8th Christmas episode of the Dark Poutine podcast, we once again dive into the shadowy side of holiday traditions that often go unnoticed amidst the festive cheer. This episode wi…
Published on 1 year ago
The Gay Purge in Canada Part 2: The 1960’s -1990's
Episode 348
Episode 348: This is part 2 of our coverage of the Gay Purge in Canada. Last week, we uncovered the origins of the Canadian government’s purge of gays and queer folk, a campaign that began in the ear…
Published on 1 year ago
The Gay Purge in Canada Part 1: The 1940’s-1960’s
Episode 347
Episode 347: In this episode, part one of two, thanks to Mathew’s intrepid and unflinching research, we’re peeling back the layers on one of the most harrowing chapters in Canadian history: the Gay P…
Published on 1 year ago
Complex Justice: The Tragic Story of Annie Mae Pictou Aquash
Episode 346
Episode 346: In this episode, we look into the life and mysterious murder of Annie Mae Pictou Aquash, a prominent Indigenous activist whose story continues to haunt the corridors of justice and acti…
Published on 1 year ago
Particularly Cruel: The Murder of Baylee Wylie
Episode 345
Episode 345: In December 2015, the quiet city of Moncton, New Brunswick, was shaken to its core by a brutal crime that would leave an indelible mark on the community. Eighteen-year-old Baylee Wylie w…
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
Buried Evidence: The Murder of Erin Chorney
Episode 344
Episode 344: In 2002, Brandon, Manitoba, was rocked by the disappearance of Erin Chorney, a feisty and energetic teenager with her whole life ahead of her. What began as a simple outing—Erin telling …
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
Remembrance Day 2024: More Badass Canadians at War
Episode 343
Episode 343: This is our special Remembrance Day episode. Each year on November 11, Canadians pause to remember the sacrifices made by those who served in the armed forces, defending our country and …
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
Still on the Run: The Murder of Krystal Senyk
Episode 342
Episode 342: In the quiet Yukon community of Carcross, a chilling tragedy unfolded on March 1st, 1992, forever changing the lives of those involved and leaving a lasting impact on the region. Krystal…
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
Halloween Road Trip: Hauntings, Ghosts and Poltergeists Around the World
Episode 341
Episode 341: Welcome to a very special Halloween edition of Dark Poutine. This year, we’re also celebrating our seventh anniversary! Over the years, we’ve explored the darkest corners of Canadian cri…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
Satanic Panic: A Canadian Export
Episode 340
Episode 340: In the early 1980s, a wave of fear with its origins in Canada, swept across North America, igniting what would become known as the Satanic Panic. This moral hysteria, fueled by sensation…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago