Canadian True Crime

TORONTO, ONTARIO - In 2015, successful construction entrepreneur Sina Parsi left for a soccer game, but didn't return home. An unexpected story would unravel.Thanks for supporting my sponsors!See the special offer codes hereFind out what perks you can get as a patron:www.patreon.com/CanadianTrueCrimeCredits:Research and writing: Stephanie Moore and Kristi LeeNarration, music arrangement: Kristi LeeAudio editing: We Talk of DreamsAll credits and information sources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

[ Part 2 of a 2 part series ]REGINA, SASKATCHEWANPart 2 of the story of a sweet 16 year old girl would become the focal point of a devastating story of twisted obsession and revenge.Find out more about: The Robb Nash Project Needhelpnow.cakidshelpphone.caCredits: Research: Enya BestResearch and writing: Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams  Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All credits and information sources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

[ Part 1 of a 2 part series ]REGINA, SASKATCHEWANIn 2015, a much-loved 16 year old girl would become the focal point of a devastating story of twisted obsession and revenge would shock the city of Regina and leave her loved ones heartbroken.Find out more about: The Robb Nash Project Credits: Research: Enya BestResearch and writing: Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams  Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All credits and information sources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

TORONTO, ONTARIO In the late 1940s and early 1950s, Edwin Alonzo Boyd terrorized Toronto through a series of daring bank robberies... bringing along a band of bank-robbing misfits known as the Boyd Gang.Thank you to my generous sponsors!You can find the codes, where applicable, at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsFind out more about: Book: Edwin Alonzo Boyd: The Life and Crimes of Canada’s Master Bank Robber by Nate HendleyPodcast recommendation: Mens Rea - an Irish True Crime podcast  Credits: Research and writing: Nate HendleyEditing: Kristi LeeAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All credits and information sources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

[Part 3 of a 3 part series]SAINT JOHN, NEW BRUNSWICK In the summer of 2011, the residents of Saint John would be alerted to a crime and ensuing scandal that would thrust their normally quiet city, and one of its most prominent and powerful families, into the spotlight in a way that no one could have anticipated. Thank you to my generous sponsors!You can find the codes, where applicable, at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsFind out more about: BOOK: Shadow of Doubt - The Trials of Dennis Oland  by Bobbi-Jean MackinnonDOCO: The Oland Murder by CBC (only available in Canada)Credits: Research and writing: Gemma HarrisAudio editing and production: We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All credits and information sources can be found at https://canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes/2020/2/14/60-the-murder-of-richard-oland   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

[PART 2 OF 3]SAINT JOHN, NEW BRUNSWICK In the summer of 2011, the residents of Saint John would be alerted to a crime and ensuing scandal that would thrust their normally quiet city—and one of its most prominent and powerful families—into the spotlight in a way that no one could have anticipated.  I appreciate the support of my sponsors!You can find applicable codes and information here.Find out more about:Cool Mules podcast from Canadaland MediaCriminal Conduct podcastWant more Canadian True Crime? Consider becoming a Patreon for just $2 a month or more, and you’ll receive these perks!Credits: Research and writing: Gemma HarrisAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All credits and resources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episode.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

[PART 1 OF 3]SAINT JOHN, NEW BRUNSWICK In the summer of 2011, the residents of Saint John would be alerted to a crime and ensuing scandal that would thrust their normally quiet city—and one of its most prominent and powerful families—into the spotlight in a way that no one could have anticipated.  I appreciate the support of my sponsors!You can find applicable codes and information here.Find out more about:Podcast Recommendation: Crime Machine Want more Canadian True Crime? Consider becoming a Patreon for just $2 a month or more, and you’ll receive these perks!Credits: Research and writing: Gemma HarrisAudio editing and production: We Talk of Dreams Disclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All credits and resources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episode, in the days after the episode is released.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is a conversation with Nate Hendley - who researched and wrote the episode, and criminologist Dr Lee Mellor. Also in this audio is me, Jordan from Nighttime, and Aaron from The Generation Why.Learn more about:Nate Hendley and his books Lee Mellor's podcast Murder Was the Case   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

An Irish immigrant family arrived in Lucan, Ontario in the 1840s, and almost immediately clashed with members of the local community. A fiery dispute erupted that would last for decades and escalate into madness, leaving a pile of bodies in its wake.I appreciate the support of my sponsors!You can find applicable codes and information here.Find out more about: Toronto true crime author Nate Hendley's collection of booksDocumentary: The Donnellys (2017) Want more Canadian True Crime? Consider becoming a Patreon for just $2 a month or more, and you’ll receive these perks!Credits: Research and writing: Nate Hendley Editing, narration, music arrangement: Kristi Lee Audio editing: Erik KrosbyDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of DreamsAll credits and resources can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO: Millionaire nursing home operators Helmuth and Hanna Buxbaum were driving back from Toronto airport after picking up their nephew. Seeing a stranded motorist, they pulled over to see if they could help. But it wasn't a stranded motorist. Podcast recommendations: Brew Crime Sponsor codes :I appreciate all the support of my sponsors and collaborators - see a list with any applicable codes here :) Credits: Research: Haley GreyWriting, narration, music arrangement: Kristi LeeAudio editing, audio production: We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of Dreams All other credits - including information sources - can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

BRITISH COLUMBIA: In 2015, RCMP near Fort St John pulled up a white pickup truck for a routine traffic stop. The woman driving it was not the owner. As the RCMP investigated, a strange story unravelled.Find out more about: BLOOD TIES: A scripted audio series starring Gillian Jacobs, Josh Gad, and Amy Landecker. When legendary pediatric cardiologist and businessman, Dr. Peter Richland, is killed in a plane crash two days before Christmas, secrets begin to emerge about his dealings with female colleagues throughout his career. These disturbing revelations thrust his children, Eleonore and Michael, into a fight they’re completely unprepared for. Listen now at wondery.fm/BTCTrueCrimeThe Pit - CBC Investigative podcastUnresolved podcastTrue Crime Fan Club podcast Sponsor codes :I appreciate all the support of my sponsors and collaborators - see the codes here :)Credits: Research and co-writing: Anna PriestlandVoiceovers: Lanie from True Crime Fan Club, Michael from UnresolvedCo-writing, narration, music

*As promised, this is Part 2 of the story, produced by Nighttime.The story of Loretta Saunders is expanded upon via an in depth conversation between Jordan of Nighttime and the person who vowed to carry on Loretta’s advocacy work… her sister Delilah Saunders.  Credits:Musical Theme: Tremors by Vox Somnia https://voxsomniamusic.bandcamp.com/Contact:Website: https://www.nighttimepodcast.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/NightTimePodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NightTimePodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nighttimepodEmail: NightTimePodcast@gmail.comSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/nighttimepodcast  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Halifax, Nova Scotia - In 2014, 26 year old Loretta Saunders – a proud Inuk woman – was in Halifax completing her university thesis on missing and murdered indigenous women and girls. She went out to run an errand and didn’t return. What happened to her – and the resulting activism of her family – would have far-reaching effects.*A collaboration with Nighttime Podcast. Find out more about:Missing and Murdered: Finding CleoFollow Delilah Saunders on TwitterSponsor codesI appreciate all the support of my sponsors and collaborators - see the codes here :)Credits:Research: Enya Best and Kristi LeeWriting, narration, music arrangement: Kristi LeeAudio editing, audio production: We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True Crime Theme Song: We Talk of DreamsAll other credits - including information sources - can be found on the page for this episode at www.canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

[ Part 2 of 2 ] The conclusion to the story of The Abbotsford Killer. Find out who he was, how he was brought to justice, and where everyone is today.Thanks for supporting my sponsors!The current discount codes can be found hereFind out more about:+ BOOK: Rod Gehl's book "Through the Valley of the Shadow - The Search for the Abbotsford Killer+ The Papaya Podcast - GUEST APPEARANCE: Kristi's "behind the scenes" interview. Subscribe via Apple Podcasts here, or visit the website. Episode was released early November, 2019 and is called The One Where We Talk About Canadian True Crime with Kristi Lee.Credits:Research and writing: Stephanie MooreEditing and narration: Kristi LeeAudio editing, music arrangement, audio production, theme song: We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True CrimeAll other credits and information sources can be found at canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes on the page for this episode.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

[ Part 1 of 2 ] The Abbotsford Killer, BC - On October 13, 1995, two teenage girls were walking along a familiar street as they were heading to a party. Along the way, they encountered a man who would change not only their lives, but the lives of their two families, multiple police districts and an entire community. For the next seven months that man played a game of cat and mouse, terrorizing the community. Thanks for supporting my sponsors!The current discount codes can be found hereFind out more about:CANADALAND podcast and the True Crime episode from last yearFool Me Twice podcastCredits:Research and writing: Stephanie MooreEditing and narration: Kristi LeeAudio editing, music arrangement, audio production, theme song: We Talk of DreamsVoice of Terry Driver: Jack Luna Dark Topic / Crime Machine podcastVoice of 911 operator: Lisa Mark Hines The Secret Life of Weddings podcastDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True CrimeAll other credits and information sources can be found at ca

TORONTO, ON - A late-night business meeting in a 1912 hydro yard ends in a serious crime. The case inspired an unprecedented public outcry at a time when hanging was still routinely applied for the most serious of offences.     To support my sponsors:See the list of my sponsors and discount codesFind out more about:Hot Docs Podcast Festival - Toronto, OntarioTrue Crime Podcast Festival - Kansas City, MissouriTrue Crime SwedenTrue Crime FinlandNate Hendley's books including: The Boy on the Bicycle, Stephen Truscott: Decades of InjusticeCredits: Research and writing: Nate HendleyEditing, narration: Kristi LeeConsulting on Jewish issues: Karen S.R.Audio editing: Erik KrosbyMusic composition:  SoularflairMusic arrangement, audio production: We Talk of DreamsDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True CrimeNewsapaper voiceover by the host of Beyond Bizarre True CrimeTheme Song: We Talk of DreamsAll sources and music credits are on the page for this episode on my website: www.

[Bonus content between episodes ] I had lots of questions after covering Russell Williams - so I had a conversation with Dr Lee Mellor - Canadian profiler, author, criminologist and serial killer expert. He's also the host of Murder Was The Case.In typical Lee fashion, he doesn't hold back on any of his opinions. Definitely lots of food for thought. Disclaimer voiceover: Robin Warder from The Trail Went ColdTheme song by We Talk of Dreams  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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[ Part 2 of 2 ] The interrogation of Russell Williams continues, and after that comes the fallout from his crimes.Find out more about:The Mysterious Mr Epstein - a new podcast from Wondery that answers all your questions about Jeffrey Epstein. Listen now at Wondery.fm/tcrime.Jim Can't Swim - YouTube Criminal Psychology - analysis of Russell Williams interrogationThe Mob Reporter - YouTube channelRedhanded Podcast Thank you for supporting my sponsors! The codes can be found here:canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsCredits: Research and writing: Gemma HarrisAudio editing: Erik KrosbyEditing, narration, music arrangement, audio production: Kristi LeeDisclaimer voiced by the host of Beyond Bizarre True CrimeTheme Song: We Talk of DreamsAll research sources and music credits are here: https://canadiantruecrime.ca/episodes/2019/9/12/51-russell-williams  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back to a new season of Canadian True Crime!In 2010, 27 year old Jessica Lloyd was reported missing from her home in Belleville, Ontario. She hadn't shown up for work, and the last time anybody heard from her was a late evening text message the night before.A week after Jessica disappeared, the OPP called a man in for questioning. What he revealed to police over the next 10 hours would not only come to shock the nation, but many thousands of employees of the Canadian Forces to their core. The man sitting in front of police admitting to a string of escalating offences against women - some horrifically violent - was the LAST person they expected to apprehend.Find out more about:The Mob Reporter - watch the Russell Williams interrogationAll Crime No Cattle podcastWant to support my sponsors? Here's where the discount codes are:www.canadiantruecrime.ca/sponsorsCredits: Research and writing: Gemma HarrisAudio editing: Erik KrosbyEditing, narration, music arrangement, audio production: Kristi LeeDiscla