A Podcast about Canadian
legends, lies & lore
The Avenging Skull of Saint Leonards, NL
Saint Leonards, Newfoundland, is a community with more than its fair share of ghost stories. Headless dogs are said to wander the abandoned churchyard at night. A phantom ship was seen gliding through the eastern reach. And some believe that long ago, an unearthed skull taught the town a powerful lesson about honouring the past, and respecting the dead. Tonight, we unpack the myths, legends and lore of this once-thriving coastal town. This is Part One in a four-part series called Ghost Town Ghosts which explores the phantoms and spirits once said to haunt Canadian communities that no longer exist.
EXPLORING AND EXPLAINING
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 10, 2024
EP 37 : The Avenging Skull of Saint Leonards, NL
Part 1 of Ghost Town Ghosts. A story from a vanished seaside town about what happens when we dishonour the dead.
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October 03, 2024
EP 36 : The Many Names and Stories of the Canada Jay
This bird is a camp companion, a hero, a hunter, a star in the sky, and even a vessel for the souls of the dead.
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September 26, 2024
EP 35 : The Legend of Anson Minor
A classic campfire tale that has been terrifying Canadian campers for decades.
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