A Podcast about Canadian
legends, lies & lore
The Swamp Hag of Bell Island
Bell Island, Newfoundland is said to be one of Canada’s most haunted places, with more than its share of tragic deaths and mysterious phenomena. But one story stands out above the rest. “Taste what I tasted. Smell what I smelled.” These are the haunting words of the Ghost of Dobbin’s Garden, more commonly known today as the Swamp Hag of Bell Island. Said to be the restless spirit of a woman who died tragically, she is doomed to roam the island forever, looking for victims to share in her torment. Join me as we learn the legend and review the history of this terrifying icon of Canadian folklore.
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THE FOLKLORE OF CANADA
Fireside Canada is a podcast about Canadian legends, lies and lore. Focused on both the storytelling and the historical aspects of folklore, each episode includes a creative retelling or story inspired by the folklore as well as an exploration and analysis of its history and cultural significance: the story behind the story. So grab a drink, take a seat by the fire, and join me as I share and explore the stories of all kinds—oral histories, tall tales, ghost stories, amazing legends and modern myths of a place called Canada.
LATEST EPISODES
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October 29, 2023
EP 34 : The Swamp Hag of Bell Island
She stalks the swamps and marshes of Bell Island, seeking revenge for her own tragic death.
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March 30, 2023
EP 33 : The Sourtoe Cocktail
Hear the legend and history of this infamous drink from the Yukon garnished with a preserved human toe.
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March 16, 2023
EP 32 : Charlie Redstar: Manitoba’s Friendly UFO
The story of a mysterious red UFO named Charlie, and the people who named him.
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