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The Canadian Gothic

CanadianGothic / Curiouscast
Canada
Nova Scotia
RCMP
True Crime
Tim Hortons
Jack Sullivan
Mental Health
Toronto
Halifax
Lilly Sullivan
Lilly and Jack Sullivan
Devon Marsman
Sydney River Mcdonald's Murders
Ontario
Newfoundland
Domestic Violence
Ufos
CREEPS Encounters
British Columbia
Taco Bell

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 ... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes528Founded11 years ago
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Latest Episodes

In Keep Canada Weird Jordan and Aaron Airport explore the weird and offbeat Canadian news stories from the past week.

In this episode your hosts discuss;

the $1000 stove that needs $1600 of repairs

a 98 year old WANTS HER MONEY

two... more

Shortly after the release of the prior episode in this series the show was contacted by someone claiming to be a close friend of Emily's named Nicole Margerison. Nicole offered to fill in many of the blanks related to Emily's last known whereabouts a... more

This story will take us to Hamilton, Ontario in the time surrounding new year's day 2022.

23 year old mother of two Emily Bailey was juggling mental health struggles and addition while living a life resembling something between homelessness and couc... more

In Keep Canada Weird Jordan and Aaron Airport explore the weird and offbeat Canadian news stories from the past week.

In this episode your hosts discuss;

Tim Hortons Counter Attacks Dunkin’

A Laser, an Umbrella, and a Fool in Regina

... more

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Recent Guests

Serena Gutierrez
Realtor in Surrey, BC involved in a creepy meeting case
Real estate professional
Episode: Encounters With Creeps - Volume 33
Paula Bali
Mother of Mekayla Bali, involved in public outreach and advocacy
Family of Mekayla Bali
Episode: the Disappearance of Mekayla Bali | Part 1 | with Paula Bali
Melody MacArthur
Listener who called in about Cove incident
Capra (mentioned)
Episode: KEEP CANADA WEIRD - 209 - 2026/04/17 - Sausage, Oiled Pigeons, Spiderman, Pooping in Yarmouth
Madeleine Klein
Guest author/researcher discussing The Baldoon Mystery and the related book
Episode: The Baldoon Mystery | 1800s Haunting in Ontario
Shelby Erickson
Sister of Deeana Erickson, advocate and member of the Bring Deeanna Erickson Home campaign
Private individual
Episode: the Disappearance of Deeanna Erickson (Last Seen June 6, 2025 | Calgary, AB)
Saskatchewan Samantha
Correspondent from Saskatchewan, commentary on bowsers
The Canadian Gothic
Episode: KEEP CANADA WEIRD MAILBAG - Vol 12 (Episode 200-205)
Ryan McClellan
Founder of Cove Soda
Cove Soda
Episode: KEEP CANADA WEIRD - 205 - 2026/03/13 - Cove Soda, Bed Bugs in the Library, Old Furnace, Sperm Donations
Lily Bond
Founder of Spice Girls spices, Ottawa
Spice Girls spices (brand play on the band)
Episode: KEEP CANADA WEIRD - 204 - 2026/03/06 - Cove Soda, The Spice GIrls, Grilled Cheese Cockroach, Harley the Dog
Todd Scott
Longtime listener and Cove outreach correspondent
Keep Canada Weird Army
Episode: KEEP CANADA WEIRD - 203 - 2026/02/27 - Cove Soda, Taco Bell, Donairs, and Power Poles

Hosts

Madeleine Klein
Host with expertise in historical and folkloric discussion, sometimes collaborating on investigations.
Aaron
Co-host known for engaging banter and investigative narration.
Jordan
Co-host with strong narrative voice and regional focus on Canadian oddities and crime.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.2k ratings
  • Favourite Crime Podcast

    Found this podcast from the Sydney MacDonald Murders and loves Jordan’s approach to episodes and voice

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Darius.Stone
    Canada22 days ago
  • Love from Nevada, USA 100/100 🌠

    Jordan, you & Aaron are ☠️ing me with Keep Canada Weird!!! I’ve listened to your crime episodes since I found you through Dark Poutine. The first episode I listened to was the Nova Scotia shooting massacre. I’ve listened to all the crime & interview episodes since then, but didn’t partake of the Weird ones until a couple years ago. Oh my, it’s like finding a chest of gold at the end of a rainbow. I wish I could get out of the house more so I could be a foreign correspondent. I also really need... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    b3853r
    United Statesa month ago
  • Keep Canada weird

    Podcast is my favourite I look forward to it every week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cmcleod20004
    Canadaa month ago
  • Great listen

    A very well put together podcast with a variety topics and co-hosts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    character92
    United Statesa month ago
  • LOVE Keep Canada Weird!!

    I love this podcast. The banter. The news. So good. This is the least stressful way to hear about the news. Please keep making them! Alsoooooooo keep the fun number segment! 😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Saviour :)
    Canadaa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Positive feedback highlights local perspectives and reliability of research.
Listeners praise engaging banter and strong storytelling, with some critiques of tonal shifts and pacing.
Critiques focus on narration style and occasional overlong segments;บาง listeners desire tighter episodes.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#46
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#125
China/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#203
South Korea/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#230
Colombia/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

KEEP CANADA WEIRD - 205 - 2026/03/13 - Cove Soda, Bed Bugs in the Library, Old Furnace, Sperm Donations
Q: Why should people drink Cove Soda and where can they get it?
Cove Soda emphasizes being a Canadian-born, locally produced soda with a focus on sugar-free and caffeine-free options, available at major retailers in Canada and the U.S., with ongoing expansion plans.
Where are Lilly and Jack Sullivan - Part 16: Daniel Martell Arrested, Malehya's side speaks
Q: So how would you describe your relationship?
It was quite toxic, characterized by monitoring each other's phones and isolating from friends.
KEEP CANADA WEIRD - 200 - 2026/02/06 - Juice, Dirty Oil, Cocaine Dog, and a Bus Driver CRASH OUT
Q: Out of your 200 episodes, what was your favorite, most weird story from Canada?
My favorite stories that we talked about were the ones that we created ourselves.
BAD NEWS CANADA - EP1 - Feb 2026 - The Vernon, BC Horse Assault, Skye Atoa ,Shabaz Ahmed
Q: What is the basic idea behind Bad News Canada?
The idea is to curate a collection of the worst news stories from Canada that often sound more like nightmares than actual news. They aim to focus on unsettling and dark topics, providing updates on recent events.
UFOs Above Canada - News and Witness Reports - December 2025
Q: Do you think that's an exaggeration?
It's a little bit of hyperbole.

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This program combines true crime, unsolved disappearances, paranormal lore, and offbeat Canadian stories into narrative-driven episodes. Listener contributions, correspondents across provinces, and expert guests contribute firsthand accounts, local context, and professional perspectives. The tone blends meticulous research with dark humor and community-driven banter, often highlighting safety, investigative process, and the quirks of Canadian life. Notable strengths include a steady roster of on-site correspondents, a willingness to tackle high-profile cases alongside regional oddities, and a running thread of audience engagement that fuels ongoing discussions and case updates.

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1. True North True Crime
2. Canadian True Crime
3. Dark Poutine - True Crime and Dark History
4. Crime Beat
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1. Serena Gutierrez
2. Paula Bali
3. Melody MacArthur
4. Madeleine Klein
5. Shelby Erickson
6. Saskatchewan Samantha
7. Ryan McClellan
8. Lily Bond

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