For decades, séances, spirit communication, and ghostly encounters weren’t just tabloid curiosities—they shaped Canada’s history. In this final installment of our two-part series, we explore the profound impact of spiritualism on the country’s literary icons, scientific minds, and political leaders.

From Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the creator of Sherlock Holmes, who risked his reputation to prove the existence of spirits, to Lucy Maud Montgomery, who quietly attended séances while writing Anne of Green Gables and some of the country’s most beloved books. We examine the eerie experiments of Dr. Thomas Glendenning Hamilton, whose unsettling photographs remain unexplained. And, perhaps most astonishing of all, William Lyon Mackenzie King—Canada’s longest-serving Prime Minister—who sought comfort in messages from beyond, convinced that his lost loved ones were still guiding him.

Was spiritualism a fleeting fad, or did it shape Canada’s past in ways we’ve never fully acknowledged?

🎧 Listen now to uncover the ghostly secrets of Canada’s past.

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In the early 20th century, Canada was swept up in a wave of Spiritualism, where séances promised answers, and the line between faith, fraud, and fear blurred. In this two-part series, we explore how Spiritualism became more than a curiosity—it divided families, enchanted elites, and outraged religious leaders. From fiery sermons and public scandals to exclusive séances held in the lavish parlours of the wealthy and powerful, discover how this controversial movement captured the nation’s imagination and sparked a cultural clash over life, death, and the unknown.

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Episode 163 – Canada’s Ghost Towns
Episode 134 – Canadian Poltergeists – Part 1

Host: Jim Dean
Audio Editor: Michelle Dennis
Episode Researched & Written: Brittney Bos

On Christmas Eve 1945, a fire destroyed the Sodder family home, leaving behind a mystery that has haunted true crime enthusiasts for decades. Five children vanished without a trace—no bodies, no bones, no answers. Was it a tragic accident? A kidnapping? Or something even darker? Strange events before and after the fire—a chilling phone call, cut telephone lines, and a cryptic photo received decades later—have fueled endless speculation.

In this episode, we dig into the baffling details, explore the most compelling theories, and uncover why this story remains one of America’s most unsettling unsolved mysteries. If you love true crime and the unexplained, this holiday episode is for you.

🎧 Start listening now and decide for yourself—what really happened to the Sodder children?

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