Giving up the Ghost

Ramblesode – Fairy Circles After making a discovery from TikTok….again….of course, we present this week’s Ramblesode; Your Audio Curators, Jas and Sher, discuss the topic of Fairy Circles. Apparently it’s only been a thing for like, a thousand years or more. Science would debate that the appearance of random mushroom circles popping up are due to the decomposition of a feld tree. However, their de...

The Haunted History of Winnipeg Tunnels It’s finally here!!!! The episode we all have been awaiting for!!! Fact: Winnipeg is built on top an extensive system of tunnels, walkways and steam ducts…..well,… downtown anyway. Jas and Sher, your audio curators discuss the history and of course the Hauntings that have been legend in this town. However, there is so much to discuss! However, with time, man...

Screams of the Dead - Liss Rd Axe Murder, St. Andrews MB On this week’s episode we actually discuss a True Crime Murder as the result of a direct message from a listener. When someone dies unexpectedly it is always a tragic situation, but when someone is senselessly murdered, it is the living that are left to try and comprehend the evil involved to commit such a heinous act. Jas and Sher, your aud...

On this week's Ramblesode, Jas and Sher, your Audio Curators, take on the hottest paranormal trend and discuss the origins and logic of Randonautica. Is it safe? Is it chance? Is it just a strange series of coincidences that we can not understand or comprehend? You be the judge and learn about this new app that leads people on an adventure to either find something missing from their life or find a...

Welcome to our 80th Episode!!! And to celebrate this baby-step milestone Jas and Sher, your audio curators, journey backwards and discuss a few of their favorite Giving Up The Ghost Episodes - kinda like a recap of the creepy cool interviews, topics and locations we have covered. As of this episode, it also marks out 10,000 th Download, not too bad for a couple of swearing inebriated Winnipeg girl...

The Winnipeg Auditorium aka Manitoba Archives Bldg. We’re BAAAAAAAAACK ! Back in the Ghost saddle again! Back at spinning the spooky tales of the City and Province steeped in History…..and of course…..The Hauntings! On today’s 79th episode Jas and Sher, your Audio Curators are back from summer hiatus (we appreciate everyone’s’ patience) and record together again, but still at a safe distance apart...

You know that phrase 'I wish I had known sooner' maybe with time travel you can. Jas and Sher, your audio curators discuss on this week's Ramblesode the phenomenon known and romanticized in movies - Time Travel. A very tangled and intangible subject.....or is it? Sorry for the delay in this summer hiatus episode as we will try to put out an episode every 2 weeks or so during the summer of Covid......

The Ghost Librarian of the Manitoba Legislature Well….well…well have Jas and Sher got an oldie but a goodie tale for you on this week’s ‘Summer’ Edition podcast. This week we discuss the infamous Manitoba Legislature Building on Broadway Ave in Winnipeg. Also referred to by locals as ‘The Leg’ (pronounced Ledge) or if you grow up in the 80’s it was also nicknamed Purple City. With all good History...

Ramblesode - Little People On this week's episode Jas and Sher, your Audio Curators, discuss the those strange little creatures lurking in the corners of you house that you don't know about. Not gnomes, not fairies but somewhere in between. They just want to become your friend.....and steal your sunglasses and stuff. With summer months upon us, Jas and Sher will probably put out a new episode ever...

The Witches Broom in West St. Paul. Well….. fly my broom….to the moon! It’s Episode 75!!!!! This week, your Audio Curators, Jas and Sher, chat with West St. Paul resident that purchased a house that came with a few perks; -Massive Lot, rooms -Doors / walls awkwardly placed in weird positions and -a former land owner that refuses to leave!!! Did we mention the Witches Broom nailed to the Dining Roo...

Ramblestory – BC Nightcrawlers No…we are not talking about the things you put on hooks to catch fish with. Jas and Sher, your audio curators, are this week exploring a type of skin walker or Wendigoe that is said to roam the British Columbia coast. Courtesy of Chris, a listener in BC who messaged us on Face Book recently to share his own personal encounter with this creature ten years ago, and he...

The Shadow man of Norwood Grove There’s a house in Winnipeg that is so historic….sitting right under our noses and no one had a flippin’ clue on how instrumental it was in the history of not just Winnipeg but The City of St. Boniface! It was the home, for decades to Roger Marion, The First Mayor of The City of St. Boniface, his wife and their 9….or possibly 15 children (maybe even more). Lots of s...

Ramblesode – The Djinn aka The Genie What would you wish for if a strange Blue Man appeared and offered you 3 wishes?? Millions of Dollars? Eternal Fountain of Youth? Another Three Wishes? On tonight’s episode Jas and Sher, your Audio Curators, discuss the topic of The Djinn or aka The Genie - the Arabic folklore legend which was also the basis for Aladdin. Listen and you’ll find a lot of similari...

Tales from Haunted Gimli Part 2 Welcome back!! Thanks for tuning in for our 71st Episode. Tonight, Jas and Sher revisit (well virtually speaking) to Gimli, Manitoba for spooky tales sent in by listeners; 3 tales to chill, squirm and make you ask yourself ‘WTF’? This week we have a bride apparition, a Black Shadow spirit and of course a haunted church……and did I forget to mention the ghost blood?!?...

The Little Ghost Girl of Rapid City Manitoba Jas and Sher, your Audio Curators, threw out the call for stories & YOU did not disappoint! This week, we cover Rapid City located 30 km North of Brandon, Manitoba. This town was incorporated in June 1883. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, and steeped in history as the town that is over 100 years old. Then….there are the hauntings. This week’s guest Mely...

Ramblesode: The Stir Crazy Effect of Isolation Well, it’s very clear Jas and Sher like to talk….and talk….and talk. (Today is a very long episode...longer than we would normally like) Mostly about how they and everyone else is coping with Self Isolation – it’s the responsible thing to do in these strange times indeed. That’s the thing with recording a podcast, the love is there but it’s a differen...

Haunted Brandon Stories We’re Baaaaaaack!!! Well sorta – back for another weekly episode but far from back to normal and remember normal is just a setting on the dryer! Jas and Sher, your Audio Curators, are still recording in their separate self-isolation residences but have some spooky tales courteous of FaceBook contributors!!! About a month ago, Giving Up The Ghost put out a call for local Bra...

Ramblesode: Spontaneous Human Combustion ON this week’s episode you Audio Curators, Jas and Sher, discuss a weird type of phenomena known as the ultimate Hot Flash – Spontaneous Human Combustion. It seems that it is more science than paranormal, yet the whole idea of some bursting into flames with no definable explanation and nothing else around that person igniting, sound pretty far-fetched. It s...

The Bowler Hat Ghost in St. Boniface Of all the places….of all the communities you had to haunt St. Boniface – which is a very, very popular hangout for spirits, as we have found out lately. This week the Ladies are holding an audience with Doris and Colleen who listen in on the interview with Tomas B. a former Winnipegger now living in Prince Rupert. In The Pod Cellar, Tommy describes the Guardia...

Spooky Tales from South Winnipeg Well…that’s a lie. This week, Jas and Sher, your Audio Curators, are pleased to have 2 guests join us in the PodCellar as the Pod Lounge would be too hot and packed to record (pardon the soothing aquarium sounds in the background and the cringe-worthy furnace on its last screechy legs) We lied because our guests Doris and Colleen have several tales to share. They c...

The Legend of The Old Man of The Woods in Marchand, MB Jas and Sher love a good legend, even more so when it’s told first hand by someone who has experienced it! This week’s episode, your Audio Curator’s interview Lorena who contacted ‘Giving Up The Ghost’. She tells of the harmless yet curious and sometimes mischievous spirit that watches you in the forest and sometimes will let you know you, tha...

Beware The Leprechaun – St. Patrick’s Day Special Well, Gosh and Begora! Tis’ the greenest day of the year! Kiss my Blarney stone and pass the green beer!! On today’s special episode, Jas and Sher wish they could chase the rainbow to find their pot of gold, but instead they discuss everything ‘Leprechaun’. The stuff legends and nightmares are made of. These mischievous little creatures have a been...

Get The Out of My House! Part 3 Sooooo many, many old neighbourhoods in the City of Winnipeg. With it many houses are well over a hundred years old. These same houses served their purpose through time providing shelter to several generations of families. Some of these centurion houses were more than just a residence but a safe place, a home where memories were made for their occupants that are lon...

RAMBLESODE Creepy Things for Sale on EBAY On this week’s episode, your Audio Curators, Jas and Sher are joined once again with their favorite third wheel….Winnipeg’s Best-est First Responder – Jenn, who decided to sit in the PodLounge and keep us on track! Jas and Sher take a look at the peculiar ….tacky…..and downright CREEPY possessions people try to sell on EBAY. Do you believe these are genuin...

Ghosts of Gimli - Part 1 Your Audio Curators had the privilege on this week’s episode to interview a lady named Judith who calls Gimli Manitoba home for past twenty years. Her resident ghost has lived there even longer, as Judith’s home was built for the pastor of the neighboring church! She’s not too sure who her invisible roommate is, but from time to time it makes sure to let her family know –...