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The Canadian Gothic

CanadianGothic / Curiouscast
Canada
Nova Scotia
RCMP
Jack Sullivan
True Crime
Mental Health
Lilly Sullivan
Lilly and Jack Sullivan
Sydney River Mcdonald's Murders
Tim Hortons
Ontario
Newfoundland
Toronto
Ufos
Calgary
Taco Bell
Social Media
Daniel Martell
Jack and Lilly Sullivan
Vancouver

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 weeklyEpisodes535Founded11 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 Seniors Who Made a Horror Film

• Three Dumb Canadian Crimes

• Emotional Support ... more

In this Halloween special we bring together the darkest, strangest, and most unsettling corners of Canadian Gothic for an episode that celebrates everything creepy about this time of year.

We'll explore some bizarre and frightening news stories, sha... 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;

• Winnipeg’s Mayoral Race

• Unusual Food Delivery

• Kraft Dinner Soda

• Halloween F... 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;

• An Overdue Book in Victoria, BC

• Monitizing The Nostalgia Nook

• A Senior’s Wooden ... more

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Recent Guests

Nathalie Bibeau
Filmmaker who produced Doula, A True Crime for CBC
CBC/CBC Gem
Episode: Kaitlyn Braun: The Doula Fraudster (with Nathalie Bibeau | Director of Doula: A True Crime)
Edilina Lopez Aguino
Mother seeking safe return of her children
Dominican Republic, mother of the children
Episode: Scot MacDermid and His Missing Kids (Edmonton, AB - 2026/08/28)
Scot MacDermid
Father, central figure in the missing persons case
Noted in Canadian case
Episode: Scot MacDermid and His Missing Kids (Edmonton, AB - 2026/08/28)
Madeleine Klein
Co-presenter in the episode
The Canadian Gothic
Episode: The Missing Men of Smiths Falls, Ontario
Finn Holland
Teenager who saved a shark, featured in a later segment
New Brunswick, Canada
Episode: KEEP CANADA WEIRD - 227 - 2026/08/21 - erroneous influencers, a hole in one, the Roblox Heist, a spicy license plate
Malehya Brooks-Murray
Mother of Jack and Lilly Sullivan, interviewed by CBC
CBC interview
Episode: Where are Lilly and Jack Sullivan - Part 18: Melahya Speaks
Jennifer Ball
Founder of Project Indigo / Indigo Alert
Indigo Alert Canada
Episode: Parker Wells, Darius MacDougall, and the fight to strengthen Canada's Emergency Alert System
Ronnie DeGagne
Petition starter for the Darius's Law petition; advocate for Amber Alert reform in Alberta
Darius's Law / Indigo Alert advocacy
Episode: Parker Wells, Darius MacDougall, and the fight to strengthen Canada's Emergency Alert System
Hansa Maren Airport
Correspondent introduced as a correspondent presenting a story
Episode: KEEP CANADA WEIRD - 221 - 2026/07/10 - senior bank robber, sleeping in a Tesla, A moose in pools, and the kissing tree

Hosts

Jordan
Co-host with a strong research-driven approach and engaging storytelling.
Aaron
Co-host known for witty banter and on-the-record commentary.
Madeline Klein
Host with strong segment integration and family/community storytelling.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.2k ratings
  • New Co-Host Needed

    Madeline is much too much of an armchair quarterback. Her comments continuously undermine police, police tactics and efforts is ridiculous. She had no concept of the policy, procedure, effort or logic that is needed to run a major investigation. She talks out her rear end. Time for a change Jordan.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Farmer pickles48131
    Canada3 months ago
  • Good, but…

    I enjoy this podcast, but Madeline definitely brings the calibre of Jordan’s work down. This was especially evident in the Parker Wells episode where she made some sweeping generalizations about childcare and even Albertans. When she’s not making ignorant generalizations, she’s mainly just saying things like, “I never thought of that’ or something along those lines. She seems overall unprepared for any episode she’s a part of, while Jordan clearly does the research to prepare for each new episod... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    TC4587
    Canada3 months ago
  • Gotta ditch Madeline

    I’m a long time listener, but Madeline continues to undermine Jordan’s legitimacy. She clearly doesn’t prepare, makes unsubstantiated comment (ie about funding in childcare, how “easy” it is to release an alert) without anything to back it up. I’m sure they’re friends, but he has to cut her loose.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    NoelS89
    Canada3 months ago
  • One sided info every time. Used to be good

    Podchaser
    1
    kendrahowe80
    4 months ago
  • Fabulous all around

    I just adore this podcast. Somehow they keep all the topics light yet respectful, from Keep Canada Weird to true crime and even the global animal uprising! Canadian Gothic has also presented the single best coverage of the case of the missing children Jack and Lily Sullivan to date. I’m addicted to Cove soda thanks to this podcast. Keep it up! Can’t wait till episode 307, the area code for the entire state of Wyoming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marinecowgirl
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the show's mix of serious reporting and lighthearted banter, noting strong host chemistry.
Some critics say one co-host's preparation levels vary, affecting episode balance.
Fans appreciate guest segments, in-depth case coverage, and local Canadian focus.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#75
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#137
South Korea/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#155
China/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#221
Saudi Arabia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#232
India/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

KCW PRESENTS: You've Got Brian | Ask a Rural Mailman
Q: What's the meaning of life? These have been tough times and any little piece of life, hope and messages of resilience would be super helpful.
Brian says the meaning of life is giving everything to his children and watching them grow. He encourages the caller to lean on close people and take things day by day, adding that he has been sober for eight years.
KCW PRESENTS: You've Got Brian | Ask a Rural Mailman
Q: I am wondering if he has ever been chased by dogs while delivering the mail, and also whether he's actually ever been bitten by a dog while performing his mail delivery duties.
Brian says he has been bitten once, needed a tetanus shot, and now watches for signs of dogs and waits or honks before approaching.
Kaitlyn Braun: The Doula Fraudster (with Nathalie Bibeau | Director of Doula: A True Crime)
Q: What was the most challenging moment during filming, especially when the subject was on house arrest and then rearrested?
The emotional weight of watching her struggle with consequences while also trying to secure a sense of truth was challenging. The rearrest brought new layers to the story and tested the filmmakers' ability to adapt the narrative while staying accurate and fair to all parties involved.
Kaitlyn Braun: The Doula Fraudster (with Nathalie Bibeau | Director of Doula: A True Crime)
Q: What drew you to Kaitlyn Braun's story specifically, and how did you approach telling it in three parts?
I wanted to access multiple sides of the story, not just the sensational aspects. I built relationships with the doulas, researched the case, and decided to pursue direct communications with Kaitlyn to understand the person behind the headlines, while also examining the broader social and psychological context.
Kaitlyn Braun: The Doula Fraudster (with Nathalie Bibeau | Director of Doula: A True Crime)
Q: Nathalie, for listeners who haven't seen your other work yet, could you introduce yourself and tell us what drew you to this story?
I'm a filmmaker who started at the CBC and I gravitate toward complex, difficult stories. This case fascinated me because there were many layers—the empathy of doulas, the manipulation, and the human vulnerability at the center—and I saw an opportunity to tell it from multiple perspectives rather than sensationalizing it.

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The show blends true crime, missing-person case analysis, and offbeat Canadian stories with a mix of meticulous research, interviews, and lively banter. Episodes often center on high-profile investigations or advocacy-driven topics (notably emergency alert reform) alongside quirky, culture-focused bits like Keep Canada Weird. A standout is the ongoing collaboration between two hosts who balance serious, documentation-driven reporting with humorous, approachable storytelling, creating a distinctive Canadian investigative-audiobook vibe that also welcomes listener input and guest perspectives.

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1. Nathalie Bibeau
2. Edilina Lopez Aguino
3. Scot MacDermid
4. Madeleine Klein
5. Finn Holland
6. Malehya Brooks-Murray
7. Jennifer Ball
8. Ronnie DeGagne

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