Canadian History Ehx
Craig Baird
Follow Craig Baird as he explores the good, the bad and the weird of Canada's history from the pre-colonial era to 25 years ago. Whatever you want to know about Canadian history, this is your one-stop shop.
- 21 minutes 39 secondsAn Inferno: The Great Fire of 1892
Through the 19th Century, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador had suffered through multiple "great fires".
None were as destructive as the 1892 fire that levelled most of the city and reshaped it for years to come.
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27 January 2026, 1:00 pm - 28 minutes 59 secondsNew Arrivals: The Vikings In Vinland
Around 1,000 years ago, new arrivals reached the shores of Newfoundland. They were the Norse, and on the island they established at least one settlement and met the Indigenous inhabitants.
They predated the arrival of John Cabot by almost 500 years.
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20 January 2026, 1:00 pm - 31 minutes 16 secondsThe Last of the Beothuk: Shanawdithit
When Europeans arrived in Newfoundland, beginning with John Cabot in 1497, the Beothuk saw their land taken, the animals they depended on hunted and harvested, and new diseases introduced that they had no immunity to.
By the 1800s, few Beothuk remained. One was Shanawdithit.
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13 January 2026, 1:00 pm - 40 minutes 37 secondsAn Adventurous Life: Wilfred Grenfell
Wilfred Grenfell spent four decades in Newfoundland and Labrador. During that time, he became a legendary figure. Famous for his books, he helped countless people through the hospitals he built and the services he provided.
He remains a beloved figure to this day.
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6 January 2026, 1:00 pm - 26 minutes 19 secondsA Costly Disaster: The 1998 Ice Storm
In January 1998, freezing rain began to fall along the St. Lawrence River but instead of the system moving on, it hung around. It created one of the most costly natural disasters in Canadian history that is still remembered by many to this day.
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30 December 2025, 1:00 pm - 27 minutes 42 secondsCanadian Time Machine: Oscar Peterson
This episode comes courtesy of Canadian Time Machine, produced by our friends at The Walrus Lab.
Host Angela Misri takes you back to key anniversaries in Canadian history and shows how they shape our world today. With great stories, expert interviews, and fresh perspectives, it’ll make you rethink what you thought you knew. Check out this episode from the new season that celebrates the life and legacy of jazz legend Oscar Peterson.
In this episode, we step back in time with the Canadian Time Machine podcast to explore the life, music, and legacy of jazz legend Oscar Peterson on what would have been his 100th birthday. Pianist Taurey Butler reflects on the profound influence Peterson has had on his own music, while Kelly Peterson, Oscar’s wife and trustee of his estate, shares personal stories and insights into the man behind the music. Featuring performances by both Oscar and Taurey, this episode celebrates a Canadian icon whose joy, artistry, and advocacy continue to inspire musicians and audiences around the world.
More episodes are available at https://lnkfi.re/canadian-time-machine. To read the episode transcripts in French and English, and to learn more about historic Canadian milestones, please visit thewalrus.ca/canadianheritage. There is also a French counterpart of this show called Voyages Dans L’Histoire Canadienne so if you’re bilingual and want to listen to more, visit https://lnkfi.re/Voyages-dans-lhistoire-canadienne.
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27 December 2025, 1:00 pm - 34 minutes 42 secondsIntroducing "History of the 90s Xmas Movies"
The 1990s were loaded with great holiday movies. From Home Alone to A Nightmare before Christmas there was something for everyone.
In this episode of History of the 90s we look back at five Christmas classics that have stood the test of time.
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23 December 2025, 5:00 am - 47 minutes 14 secondsDecades for Justice: The Christine Jessop Case
On Oct. 3, 1984, Christine Jessop disappeared from her home. Three months later, her body was found. While one innocent man was convicted of the crime, it was decades until the true killer was discovered.
Watch The Christine Jessop Story on CRAVE.
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16 December 2025, 1:00 pm - 14 minutes 26 secondsCHE Biography: Randy Spracklin
For three generations, Randy Spracklin's family has been building in Newfoundland and Labrador. Today, their company, Newfound Builds, helps restore historical properties, and they do it all on television in their hit show Rock Solid Builds.
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13 December 2025, 1:00 pm - 36 minutes 58 secondsCanada's Greatest Soldier: Tommy Prince
Tommy Prince fought in the Second World War and Korea. Highly decorated, he was a ghost in the night and a terror to the enemy. Despite all he gave for his country, the government wanted nothing to do with him after the wars.
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9 December 2025, 1:00 pm - 45 minutes 40 secondsCanada's Sweetheart: Barbara Ann Scott
She was called Canada's Sweetheart for her grace on the ice. The only Canadian woman to win a figure skating gold in singles, she was celebrated coast-to-coast. Barbara Ann Scott remained a beloved Canadian throughout her life.
Find Ryan Stevens book: Barbara Ann Scott: Queen of the Ice here
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