Best Killer Babes Podcasts (2024)

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Painless Parker: Renegade Dentist 28:44

8d ago28:44

28:44

A small-town boy from the Maritimes becomes obscenely wealthy and ridiculously famous in America for dentist circuses... This story appears in the brand new SECOND Backyard History book! Order a signed copy at backyardhistory.ca/bookBy Andrew MacLean

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The Rise and Fall of George Black and the Golden Seven 27:06

23d ago27:06

27:06

A trip to the Yukon Gold Rush leads to a series of completely unexpected twists, with a young Maritimer becoming the Speaker of Parliament ... and ending up sent to a lunatic asylum!By Andrew MacLean

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The Detective and the Trapper 13:32

1M ago13:32

13:32

Detective William Carr (who appeared in the Joe Walnut episodes) goes for a relaxing trip into the forest to learn to hunt and fish, but ends up being hunted by rogue trappers... Order the Backyard History book at backyardhistory.ca/bookBy Andrew MacLean

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Denied a Seat: Wolastoqiyik Man Races Stagecoach 100 kilometers 10:26

2M ago10:26

10:26

When a Wolastoqiyik man wasn’t allowed on a stagecoach, he vowed to race it to its destination, and won! Buy the book: backyardhistory.ca/bookBy Andrew MacLean

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Liberty on the Rocks (Part 3): Captured in Charlottetown 18:22

3M ago18:22

18:22

The dramatic grand finale of the rum running boat The Liberty in part three of the Liberty On The Rocks trilogy. Order a signed copy of the Backyard History book at backyardhistory.ca/bookBy Andrew MacLean

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Liberty on the Rocks (Part 2): Initiation of a Lunenburg Rum Runner 24:52

3M ago24:52

24:52

At age 15, Hugh Corkum becomes a rum runner to provide for his family after his father, a Lunenburg Nova Scotia sea captain, loses his job after crashing into an American sumbarine. Part Two of the 'Liberty On The Rocks' trilogy about the Liberty, the fastest rum running ship of Atlantic Canada! Buy the Backyard History book at backyardhistory.ca/b…

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Liberty on the Rocks (Part 1): Shootout at Bouctouche 21:36

3M ago21:36

21:36

The Mounties lay a trap for The Liberty, the most famous rum running ship in the Maritimes during Prohibition! Part one of a three part series called "Liberty On The Rocks." Book: backyardhistory.ca/bookBy Andrew MacLean

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The Candy Killer: The Serial Killer Who Stalked Saint John 58:23

4M ago58:23

58:23

A killer sent boxes of poisoned candies to religious leaders of Saint John, in this, the Backyard History's magnum opus episode!By Andrew MacLean

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Message in a Molasses Barrel 21:01

5M ago21:01

21:01

Isolated islanders find a unique way to let Canadians know a storm cut them off from the mainland.By Andrew MacLean

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Did Babe Ruth Detox in the Woods in New Brunswick? 13:07

5M ago13:07

13:07

As Babe Ruth's life fell apart, he headed into the woods of the Maritimes in a secret and mysterious effort to get better...By Andrew MacLean

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Hooves and Heroes: Princess Louise, A Warhorse’s Tale 25:32

6M ago25:32

25:32

The Canadian Forces in Italy during WW2 rescue a horse who they name Princess Louise who accompanies them throughout Europe and back home.By Andrew MacLean

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My Sister the Serial Killer: Thriller 23:19

6M ago23:19

23:19

The suspense has been killing us. Join us in our final episode of season one. Relive that time you forgot to do your homework and had to wing it. Is it "serial" or "cereal" or "surreal"? My Sister the Serial Killer Oyinkan BraithwaiteBy Elkhart Public Library

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Bonus Episode 6: 1964s Santa Conquers the Martians 53:14

6M ago53:14

53:14

We are back from an unexpected personal hiatus with a special belated Christmas episode. Join us as we talk about 1964s Santa Conquers the Martians and shout it out "Hooray for Santa Claus!"By Ned and Jeff

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Kitty Goes to Washington: Horror 20:58

6M ago20:58

20:58

Imagine living in a world where vampires, werewolves, and corrupt politicians walked among us. We aren't sure why this book falls into the genre of "Horror" unless you are terrified of tedious law policies. Join Erin and Jill as they try to catch the loose cat in the studio. Kitty Goes to Washington Carrie Vaughn…

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The Aristocrat & The Canoemaker 20:50

6M ago20:50

20:50

Juliana Horatia Ewing, a Victorian British author in Fredericton, formed an unlikely friendship with Welastekokewiyik master canoe builder Peter Polches, challenging societal norms; her transformative experiences led to a notable confrontation defending Indigenous people at a prestigious New Year's Party in 1869.…

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Matched: Young Adult Fiction 24:02

6M ago24:02

24:02

Dystopian future meets dating game show. Swipe right on this episode to find your pod soul mate. Zoe and Jill are matched, and ready to tell you all about this book. Matched by Ally CondieBy Elkhart Public Library

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A Festive Flashback: Unwrapping Christmas 1868 24:58

6M ago24:58

24:58

Backyard History's Christmas Special for 2023!By Andrew MacLean

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Christmas Witness Protection: Holiday Suspense 27:38

6M ago27:38

27:38

Holidays got you feeling stressed? Add to it by reading a holiday-themed suspense novel. Or destress and listen to us tell you all about it. Sam, Trevor, and Jill get together, have a few laughs, but stay out of the air ducts. Christmas Witness Protection by Maggie K. BlackBy Elkhart Public Library

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Emperor's Babe: Historical Fiction 26:05

7M ago26:05

26:05

When the wives are away the husbands hit replay. Go Prov does their best to fill in for their wives on their literary podcast. It's not quite what the usual listeners are used to but they sure will be entertained. Jill, Trevor, and special guest Natasha break down the book and then bury it. Safe to say this was none of our favorites to read.…

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Dr. Leslie E. Keeley Gold Cure for Drunkenness: and the Rise, Fall, and Redemption of Fredericton’s Addiction Treatment Legacy 33:37

7M ago33:37

33:37

The dramatic rise and fall of Fredericton's curious detox centre, which involved patients taking a gold-based medicine to cure alcoholism! https://backyardhistory.ca/the-long-reads/f/the-dr-leslie-e-keeley-gold-cure-institute-for-drunkardsBy Andrew MacLean

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Alec Mackenzie's Art of Seduction: Romance 28:30

7M ago28:30

28:30

Could this episode BE any more uncomfortable? Jill sits down with her boss and HR to discuss this week's book, Alec Mackenzie's Art of Seduction by Jennifer Ashley. The improv group aren't the only ones who try their hand at a Scottish accent. Do yourself a favor and say "AYE" to downloading this episode.…

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Bullets Don't Argue: Western 25:19

7M ago25:19

25:19

Bullets don't argue but a father and son certainly do. Our improv friends took a lot of liberties in this old western. Don't tread on J.A. as he encourages his father to stray from the true West and into the Perley Gates. Jill and Dre do their best to straight-shoot the plot for you. Saddle up, this is a bumpy ride.…

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A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking: Fantasy 30:45

7M ago30:45

30:45

Have you ever baked something so bad that it would be considered assault to feed it to someone? Are you a muggle trying to make it into the Great British Baking Show? Nah, us either. Jill, Erin, and Sam take a look at this charming and challenging book: A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking, by T. Kingfisher…

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The Second Halifax Explosion 19:25

7M ago19:25

19:25

As explosions rang out in Halifax in 1945, ordinary Haligonians raced toward the central ammunition storage depot to stop the flames before the city blew up … again! backyardhistory.ca/f/the-second-halifax-explosionBy Andrew MacLean

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From the Whitehouse to the Amish: Inspirational Fiction 39:27

8M ago39:27

39:27

It isn't every day that you get the author of the book on the podcast! But if I finish all of my chores, and you finish thine Then tonight, we're gonna party like it's 1699 Katrina Hoover Lee (author), Jill and Trevor dig into the life of Thomas E. Kirkman. A story that will leave your mind churning.…

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Siberian Expedition: Winslow and Ollie’s Odyssey 33:19

8M ago33:19

33:19

Two young men volunteer to for a mysterious secret mission in Russia. One of them will not make it home alive. https://backyardhistory.ca/f/canadas-forgotten-siberian-expedition-ollie-winslows-odysseyBy Andrew MacLean

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Knot Guilty: Mystery 23:28

8M ago23:28

23:28

I did knot hit her, I did knot! Listen to our improvers connect squares through this crochet cozy mystery. Jill and Lindsay then dig into that tangled mess to let you know if they skipped a stitch or two. Title: Knot Guilty Author: Betty HechtmanBy Elkhart Public Library

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Vinyl Resting Place: Fiction 32:54

8M ago32:54

32:54

Elkhart Public Library and Go Prov present: Vinyl Resting Place. Our debut episode with Jill and Sam. Go Prov hosts a radio show discussing their favorite book they've never read, Vinyl Resting Place. Grab a "back-in-black" coffee and join us as we discuss Vinyl Resting Place by Olivia Blacke.By Jill

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Halloween 2023 Bonus: Killer Klowns from Outer Space 1:01:05

8M ago1:01:05

1:01:05

The Klowns are here, and they are ready to kill. We belly flop onto the 1988 cult film Killer Klowns from Outer Space.By Ned and Jeff

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The Mystery of the Ghostly Fire Ship of the Baie Des Chaleurs 20:08

8M ago20:08

20:08

One of the Maritimes’ most popular ghost stories is the tale of a cursed, eternally burning sailing ship haunting the waters off of the Northern coast of New Brunswick. https://backyardhistory.ca/f/the-ghostly-fire-ship-of-the-baie-des-chaleursBy Andrew MacLean

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Improvably Bad: Books 0:30

8M ago0:30

0:30

Improv actors do their best to act out the plot of a book with only the front cover, back cover, and genre. Then our library staff talk about what they got right but mostly what they got wrong. We hope you enjoy this new podcast from the Elkhart Public Library.By Elkhart Public Library

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Sidesode 1 - Something Different 55:38

9M ago55:38

55:38

Today we try a new approach, This time we talk about the 90s in general. Please enjoy this sidesode we will return to our regularly scheduled belly flop in November.By Ned and Jeff

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Revolutionary Roadblock: Trotsky’s Imprisonment in Nova Scotia 19:51

9M ago19:51

19:51

Leon Trotsky missed the beginning of the Russian Revolution because he was in -of all places- Amherst, Nova Scotia. https://backyardhistory.ca/f/trotskys-maritimes-revolutionary-roadblockBy Andrew MacLean

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American Invaders Stole P.E.I.’s Great Seal (And Still Haven’t Given It Back!) 19:53

9M ago19:53

19:53

PEI didn't even know it was at war when the American fleet appeared. The invaders went house to house stealing clothes, carpets, and curtains ... and their Great Seal. However, one Islander who was taken captive went on to become an important spy...By Andrew MacLean

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Episode 16: Golden Girls 1:18:31

9M ago1:18:31

1:18:31

This week two grumpy old men belly flop onto a show about 4 grumpy old women. We're talking Golden Girls and maybe too much other stuff. We learned some basic talking skills, and now it's time for us to work on subject discipline.By Ned and Jeff

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The World’s Worst Nazi Spy 18:51

10M ago18:51

18:51

A spy arrives by U-Boat to sabotage Canada. He isn't very good. https://backyardhistory.ca/the-long-reads/f/the-worlds-worst-nazi-spyBy Andrew MacLean

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The Maritimes Tour That Made Houdini (Part Two: Halifax Residency) 23:26

10M ago23:26

23:26

Houdini goes to Halifax. When his circus is arrested, he has to reevaluate his whole career. https://backyardhistory.ca/f/how-his-maritimes-tour-saved-harry-houdini-pt-2-halifaxBy Andrew MacLean

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The Maritimes Tour That Made Houdini (Part One: Saint John Residency) 26:04

10M ago26:04

26:04

A young Harry Houdini was on the verge of giving up on magic until a Maritimes tour changed his life. https://backyardhistory.ca/f/how-his-maritimes-tour-saved-harry-houdini-pt-1-saint-johnBy Andrew MacLean

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Special 4: 1986 Babes in Toyland 39:17

11M ago39:17

39:17

It's my favorite time of year, Christmas in JulyAugust! Today we belly flop onto Babes In Toyland (1986). John Wick and Elliott's little sister do some sort of bootleg Wizard of Oz. TV Movies, Musicals, and public domain characters - A true triple threat.By Ned and Jeff

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Episode 15: Double Dare 1:11:18

12M ago1:11:18

1:11:18

On your mark, Get set, Go! This week we bellyflop onto the 1986-but still relevant to the 90s- game show Double Dare. We talk about filth, fun, and a scrappy underdog production. We cover early Nickelodeon and game show filming. I double dare you to listen!By Ned and Jeff

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Forest Fire Destroys Musquash In Only Two Hours 12:35

1y ago12:35

12:35

A forest fire approaches the thriving town of Musquash, sending its residents fleeing to a nearby marsh for safety. Musquash was a thriving community on the Bay of Fundy, boasting several factories, mills, a railway station, and a port. All of that came to an abrupt end when the town was completely destroyed in only a couple of hours one afternoon …

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Episode 14: Pirates of Dark Water 55:31

1y ago55:31

55:31

Pirates! Water! Darkness! This one has it all. This week we belly flop onto 1991s Pirates of Dark Water. A tragically unfinished gem, or a reasonable product of it's time? Find out inside!By Ned and Jeff

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The Saxby Gale: Storm of the Century Predicted A Year Before It Hit 20:09

1y ago20:09

20:09

Everyone ignored the warnings. But the predictions were right: the storm of the century hit at exactly the hour that one man had predicted a year before... www.backyardhistory.ca #weather #storm #astronomy #astronology #Canada #history #strange #podcast #podcastsofcanada #backyardhistory #story #true #newengland #boston #halifax #novascotia #newbru…

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Ben Franklin’s ”Worthless” Nova Scotian Land 23:59

1y ago23:59

23:59

Nova Scotia (and New Brunswick) came much closer to joining the United States than a lot of Canadians today would be comfortable with! https://backyardhistory.ca/f/benjamin-franklins-worthless-nova-scotian-landBy Andrew MacLean

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Bonus Episode 3: Follow That Bird 1:05:44

1y ago1:05:44

1:05:44

Today we belly flop onto the "First Sesame Street Movie Ever," 1985's Follow That Bird. Muppets and endless cameos, what more could you ask for? Side Note from Ned - I have already bought a quiet mouse and keyboard, and sincerely apologize.By Ned and Jeff

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The Real Klondike Kate 41:08

1y ago41:08

41:08

Two Kates go to the Yukon Gold Rush. One becomes famous, the other is forgotten. But who was the REAL Klondike Kate? https://backyardhistory.ca/f/the-real-klondike-kateBy Andrew MacLean

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The Principality of Outer Baldonia: Nova Scotia’s Whimsical Micronation 23:57

1y ago23:57

23:57

In 1949, a little Canadian island off of the coast of Nova Scotia declared itself to be its own country. Calling itself The Principality of Outer Baldonia, it quickly developed all of the trappings of an independent nation: it had its own currency, postage stamps, its own flag, and a coat of arms boasting on it pictures of a tuna fish, a sheep, and…

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The Mystery of the Russian Buried Treasure 28:34

1y ago28:34

28:34

How did 111 Russian coins get buried in Bathurst? Who did it? Where did they come from and what happened to them? Lets dig into this Backyard Mystery!By Andrew MacLean

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Episode 13: Smart Guy 1:10:56

1y ago1:10:56

1:10:56

Two episodes without an update in between that we are behind! Today we bellyflop onto Smart Guy, a show about a guy that is smart. We also talk about Disney, WB, and Paramount because this one has some weird rights and development.By Ned and Jeff

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Giant Squid Attacks in Newfoundland 28:15

1y ago28:15

28:15

Giant squid attacked Newfoundland fishing boats in 1873. This was all the more shocking because at the time people didn't believe giant squid were even real. Soon, the entire world's attention would turn towards Newfoundland. https://backyardhistory.ca/f/giant-squid-attacks-in-newfoundlandBy Andrew MacLean

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