Haunted Talks

On February 4th, 1880, Canada's most notorious family, The Black Donnellys, were massacred in their home by a vigilante group of their neighbours. To mark the 144th anniversary, we take you inside the Donnelly legend. What happened on that fateful night? Were the Donnellys 'evil' or convenient scapegoats? Do their restless spirits still linger at the place where they met such a violent end? Listen...

Our guest,  Kim Dennis , is a gifted medium from Calgary, whose remarkable abilities have resonated with individuals seeking spiritual guidance and captivated audiences across the nation. Known for her appearances on radio and television, as well as her regular contributions to Jann Arden's popular podcast, Kim's journey into mediumship is one of personal discovery and spiritual enlightenment, mak...

We make a holiday classic creepy! 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, originally known as 'A Visit from St. Nicholas,' was first published in 1823 in the Troy, New York, Sentinel. While it is well-known for shaping the modern image of Santa Claus, what's lesser-known — and equally intriguing — is the mystery-shrouded controversy over who truly authored this iconic work. In the episode, we share the...

We're veering away from our usual tales of ghosts and eerie mysteries to celebrate a milestone so extraordinary, it's a first in the modern history of 'The Haunted Walk'. We're thrilled to sit down with Sheena Bolton, who has just completed a journey that no one else has dared, or perhaps even dreamed of. A legend in her own right, Sheena is easily one of our all-time favourite guests. As she shar...

Edgar Allan Poe's tales of madness, horror, and moral lessons continue to resonate nearly two centuries after their creation. Throughout the episode, we unravel the inspirations behind four iconic Poe stories—The Masque of the Red Death, The Oblong Box, The Tell-Tale Heart, and The Cask of Amontillado. Drawing parallels between Poe's life and his fictional narratives, we reveal how real-world even...

The CN Tower is an iconic Canadian landmark. Standing at 553 meters or 1,815 feet, it is one of the tallest free-standing structures in the world. Contemplating the Tower, an intriguing idea crossed our minds. Although it is not known as a haunted place, it possesses unique characteristics that could make it a one-of-a-kind site for an experimental paranormal investigation. Our hypothesis was that...

A ghost story, an Old West shootout, a historical mystery, and an episode of CSI all rolled into one. We share the dramatic tale of Rattlesnake Jake and Buckskin Owens, two outlaws who attempted to terrorize the citizens of Lewistown, Montana, on July 4th, 1884, only to find themselves on the wrong end of a hail of bullets. But the story does not end there. When Susan Craun, a Forensic Anthropolog...

Join us on a captivating journey through Halloween's history and traditions. From its ancient Celtic origins to modern-day festivities, we unveil the evolution of this beloved holiday. Discover the origins of iconic Halloween creatures like vampires, witches, and ghosts, and how they've become symbols of the season. Explore the playful traditions, from pumpkin carving to the sweet delight of "tric...

In 1972, when Dr. Jan L. Perkowski ( pictured ) published a report on the strange happenings in Wilno, Ontario, it made international headlines and forever tied the small Eastern Ontario community to Vampire stories. The town has been eager to shake this reputation – focusing instead on its history as the first Polish settlement in Canada. But the vampire lore endures and any online search or loca...

We have something intriguing for you. Previously, we've presented two episodes where our storytellers joined us to share their extraordinary and eerie experiences while leading tours. These episodes were titled 'Tales from the Tours Vol. 1 & 2.' We had plans to release a third volume this October when our good friends at the ' Geist ' podcast approached us to collaborate on an episode. We proposed...

The Haunting at Home is a ghostly online audio experience created by the paranormal experts at The Haunted Walk. Turn the lights down low & conduct a series of fun & spooky experiments in your own home. Will you be able to complete them all – in the DARK? What will you discover in the process? Experience a spine-tingling and thought-provoking night of supernatural thrills & chills. Here is a littl...

Let's face it, our pets can be creepy. Cats are notorious for fixating on empty corners of a room, while dogs may bark, howl, or cower in response to unseen entities. Our furry companions also seem to possess an uncanny awareness of things beyond our perception. Some even make unexpected returns from beyond the grave. Although we don't know what Mr. Whiskers or Spot are trying to communicate to th...

The case of Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon is a chilling mystery that unfolded in the lush jungles of Panama in 2014. The two Dutch women embarked on what seemed like an ordinary hiking trip, but their adventure took a mysterious turn as they vanished without a trace. What followed were eerie discoveries of scattered belongings, bone fragments, a camera that captured haunting images of their time...

MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: Ottawa Jail Tours Ending Dec 31. Glen Shackleton, Haunted Walk Founder & CEO, shares the details. Related Epsiodes: Ep 84 - Old Ottawa Jail

The legal world and the paranormal, rarely cross paths. When they do, and ghostly testimony is given, it creates some truly remarkable and intriguing situations. Leaving judges and juries, shocked and baffled.  We examine 4 murder trials (including the  Greenbrier Ghost ) where paranormal evidence played a pivotal role in the outcome.  It turns out that the supernatural has made more appearances o...

When the Mary Celeste was found off the Azores in 1872, it was immediately clear that something was wrong. The ship was deserted. What happened? Did the crew stage a mutiny? Attacked by pirates? Caught in a storm or some other freak weather event? Stories of this "ghost ship" quickly began to spread around the world, as did the fanciful stories of her fate. Join us as we set sail to explore one of...

Ghost Towns transport us to a bygone era, where stories of hope, hardship, and human endeavour are etched into every crumbling brick and faded sign. These towns were once vibrant communities, thriving on the dreams and sweat of people who ventured into the unknown to build a new life. As time passed and circumstances changed, these settlements met their fate – abandoned due to economic shifts, nat...

With Disney's new  Haunted Mansion film  opening this weekend, it is the perfect time to step into the darkness and hop aboard a Doom Buggy as we unlock the secrets of the most famous haunted houses on the planet! In this spine-chilling episode, we'll take you behind the scenes of Disney's Haunted Mansions. Join us as we delve into the fascinating history of this iconic attraction, exploring the d...

In this chilling episode, we venture into the mystifying and haunted woods of Hoia Baciu, a forest located in Transylvania, Romania. Join us as we uncover the eerie legends and spine-tingling phenomena that surround this enigmatic woodland. With trees that grow in unnatural ways and countless reports of strange activity, from the supernatural to extraterrestrial, our journey into the deep dark woo...

From his groundbreaking scientific achievements to his fearless exploration of ghostly encounters and psychic phenomena, French astronomer,  Camille Flammarion  challenged the boundaries of conventional thought. With a unique blend of scientific rigour and an open-minded approach, Flammarion challenged skeptics and ventured where few scientists dared to tread. But Flammarion's forays into the supe...

Of the many haunted object stories we have covered, this might be the most unexpectedly unsettling. In a small Wisconsin town in 1955, the Monroe family stumbled upon an old, forgotten box in their newly purchased home. Inside, they discovered a stunning patchwork quilt radiating with colours from a bygone era. Little did they know that this innocuous find would begin a chilling mystery that would...

The  Hope Diamond , a mesmerizing blue diamond that weighs a staggering 45 carats, has a strange history that stretches back centuries. But beyond its stunning beauty lies a tale of intrigue, tragedy, and a supposed curse that has fascinated generations. Legends tell us that the origins of this exceptional gem can be traced back to the mines of India. From there, it made its way through a labyrint...

A few weeks ago, we had the pleasure of interviewing  Chris Krawczyk , the passionate owner of  Little Ghosts Books , a spine-chilling bookstore nestled in the heart of Toronto. We delved into the intriguing world of running a horror-themed bookshop and received a treasure trove of recommendations to spookify our summer reading lists. Topping the list was  A Darkness Absolute , a captivating colle...

An intriguing question from a listener takes us on a wild ride, culminating in the revelation of never-before-heard ghost stories about a US landmark.  Haiden Nelson , a collection technician at  The Durham Museum in Omaha, Nebraska, joins us to share her strange experience and several delightfully eerie tales about the restless spirits that might roam the museum. These stories have never been sha...

In his book " The Third Man Factor: Surviving the Impossible ,"  John Geiger  explores the mysterious and fascinating phenomenon of individuals experiencing the sensation of a "third man" or presence during moments of extreme stress or danger. From mountain climbers and explorers to prisoners of war and disaster survivors, Geiger examines numerous accounts of people reporting the feeling of an une...