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Canadian True Crime

Kristi Lee
Robert Pickton
Toronto
Sexual Assault
Canada
Hockey Canada
Darcy Allan Sheppard
Indigenous Women
Richardson Family Murders
Missing Women
Richard Charles Joyce
Mental Health
Michael Bryant
Canadian Justice System
Christine Jessop
Guy Paul Morin
Jacob Hoggard
Consent
Dr. John Schneeberger
Connie Grandinetti
RCMP

From the snowy streets of small-town Canada to the darkest corners of the big cities, join Aussie-Canadian host Kristi Lee for an immersive deep dive into the nation's most compelling crimes.

With meticulous research and a trauma-informed approach, Kristi takes you beyond the headlines, weaving the facts of each case together with the bigger picture to unravel what happened, the forces that shaped... more

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When a woman receives a text message from a wrong number, she strikes up an unlikely friendship with a man who says he’s a construction contractor. They develop a close relationship over five years – until a single, offhand remark gives her pause. Is... more

Most Albertans don't want the province to separate from Canada, according to the polls. So how did a once-fringe movement gain enough momentum to put independence on the ballot (sort of)?

With just ten days to go until the Alberta referendum, join a... more

Three hunters head deep into the rugged wilderness of Quebec’s Gaspé Peninsula for a 10-day trip, but fail to return home. A search turns up their abandoned truck, followed by something far more disturbing.

As investigators try to piece together wha... more

There's a referendum in Alberta this fall, and independence is on the ballot — sort of.

Who are the separatists? What do they actually want?

And what happens to the rest of Canada if they get it?

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Recent Guests

Jana G. Pruden
Award-winning investigative journalist for The Globe and Mail and host of In Her Defense
The Globe and Mail
Episode: Breach of Trust
Ben Crane
Singer-songwriter featured at Alberta Day event
Alberta Day event organizer
Episode: The Canadians who want out
Patty Vould
Associate/colleague of The Whistle Stop owner
The Whistle Stop Cafe/Alberta Day event organizer
Episode: The Canadians who want out
Cathy Flett
Co-creator of the Alberta Women for Independence Network
Alberta Women for Independence Network
Episode: The Canadians who want out
Dani Paradis
Indigenous educator, journalist, and podcast producer
Alberta journalist
Episode: Separation Anxiety
Tim Querengesser
Journalist and writer
Alberta journalist
Episode: Separation Anxiety
Gabby Finlayson
Fox News contributor; referenced in exchange on air
Fox News
Episode: Major case updates: what happened next [2]
Jessica Baker
Advocate and survivor connected to the Jacob Hoggard case
Independent advocate
Episode: Behind the scenes on The Social: When the media gets it right
Meshel Laurie
Host/producer, Australian True Crime
Australian True Crime
Episode: The Mushroom Murders [2]

Host

Kristi Lee
Host of Canadian True Crime, known for narrative storytelling and trauma-informed journalism

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 28.6k ratings
  • Roundabout Listener

    I never meant to become a regular listener as I never particularly thought of myself as a true crime type of listener. I found Canadian True Crime because I wanted to gain an understanding of the Hockey Canada scandal. I appreciated the information while being shocked at what happened in the incident, the sweeping defence of the “boys” by most, and the vilification of the victim. I feel that the show did a good job of shining light onto the incident and I have encouraged others complaining about... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not a Big True Crime Fan
    Canada10 days ago
  • Slow and boring

    This is honestly one of the worst podcasts I’ve ever heard. It takes her 3 hours to tell a story that could be told in 30 minutes. Also stop with the politics

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rileydyck
    Canada10 days ago
  • How good is this? 6/10

    Not a bad podcast and the actual story telling is well done. I can see how people would feel it’s leaning more left over the past year. Certain verbiage (politically correct or not) makes some feathers ruffle and can also make a sentence seem like a grammatical nightmare. Catering to the few to ignore proper English seems silly to me.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Brickedup69
    Canada11 days ago
  • Love it.

    Our go to podcast. Well done and love the accent. The content is thorough and well presented.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Canada Jen
    Canada22 days ago
  • Host is a problem

    She has a strange cadence and has gone to such lengths to make her Aussie accent understandable to the extent that there is no really personality or humanity left.

    It also comes across poorly to be someone who is barely Canadian be so free to speak for Canadians writ large.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Opera wiz
    Canadaa month ago

Listeners Say

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Occasional feedback about pacing or tone from diverse audience members
High-quality reporting with detailed case context and clear sources
Sincere, trauma-informed approach; sometimes perceived as slow or cautious by some listeners
Engaging and respectful storytelling that honors victims and survivors
Thoughtful, well-researched episodes with strong editorial integrity

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#31
Canada/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#28
Canada/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#49
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#15
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#200
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#104
Australia/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Breach of Trust
Q: Could these women possibly have consented when they didn't really know who they were having sex with?
Pruden says consent law in this area is complex and argues that the law can adapt, while legal experts discuss whether deception and misuse of authority may affect the validity of consent.
Breach of Trust
Q: Can you tell me about her and what happened next?
Jana Pruden describes Carrie Benjo's isolation after fleeing an abusive relationship, and how an apparent wrong-number text developed into a friendship with a man she believed was a contractor.
The Mushroom Murders [1]
Q: How did the lunch and subsequent illnesses become central to the case?
The lunch exposed a pattern of suspected poisoning via death-cap mushrooms, leading to hospital tests, family tensions, and a prosecutor's narrative about intent and method, which the jury later weighed in court.
The Mushroom Murders [1]
Q: Tell me about the setup and who Erin Patterson is in this case.
Erin is portrayed as a wealthy, highly intelligent, stay-at-home mom with strong family ties who faced immense scrutiny after a series of alleged poisonings, culminating in a complex custody and financial dispute that shaped the investigation.
Amber Tuccaro: In Her Defence
Q: What was your reaction to the audio recording of Amber Tuccaro?
It was profound; many people were struck by its chilling effect and the urgency it brought to Amber's case.

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This show delivers meticulous, trauma-informed deep dives into Canadian crime stories, weaving case details with broader social context and ongoing implications for victims and communities. Episodes often explore legal twists, media coverage, and advocacy angles, with special cross-border perspectives and guest experts that enrich the narrative. Noteworthy is its steadfast commitment to respectful storytelling, survivor voices, and accountability, even when covering high-profile or controversial cases. Potential listeners who value thorough research, responsible reporting, and case-by-case updates across a spectrum of Canadian true crime topics will likely find it engaging and informative.

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1. Jana G. Pruden
2. Ben Crane
3. Patty Vould
4. Cathy Flett
5. Dani Paradis
6. Tim Querengesser
7. Gabby Finlayson
8. Jessica Baker

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