Backyard History

Written by: Andrew MacLean
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  • 🦞 Forgotten Stories From Atlantic Canada’s Past 🦞 Backyard History Podcast goes beyond traditional storytelling by using more than a dozen actors to voice actual historical quotes, immersing you in the drama and intrigue of the past. Whether it’s tales of daring exploits, mysterious events, or legendary figures, this family-friendly podcast offers an engaging and dynamic way to explore the rich history of Atlantic Canada. Hosted & written by Andrew MacLean, the podcast expands on his popular weekly Backyard History column which appears in 19 newspapers in the Maritimes. Produced by Jordan Lauzier. 📕 Buy the book! backyardhistory.ca/book
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Episodes
  • The Story Behind the Crosses on Sugarloaf Mountain

    The Story Behind the Crosses on Sugarloaf Mountain
    Dec 14 2024

    100 years ago, a tragedy led to two crosses being painted on Sugarloaf in Campbellton. This is the story of what happened.
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    12 mins
  • The Ghost of Binstead Manor

    The Ghost of Binstead Manor
    Oct 24 2024

    A Victorian aristocrat moves to PEI and encounters a ghost in her new house: the biggest mansion on the Island called Binstead Manor. She decided to investigate the haunting herself...

    This story appears in the new book 'Backyard History: Rebellious Women In The Maritimes'! Order your copy at backyardhistory.ca
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    29 mins
  • The Man Who Was Hanged From the Gallows he Built

    The Man Who Was Hanged From the Gallows he Built
    Oct 10 2024
    18 mins

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Atlantic Canada’s Hidden Stories Come To Life!

The vivid voice acting of the actual quotes brings these fascinating stories of obscure Maritimes moments to life

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