Bonus Episode: Interview with Brian Baker, Author of Eerie Whispers

Send us a text, tell us your canadian creepy!In this special bonus episode of Canadian Creepies, we sit down with journalist and author Brian Baker to explore the question at the heart of his new book, Eerie Whispers: Why are Canadians so afraid to talk about ghosts?From campfire tales and immigrant folklore to the ancestral stories of Indigenous Nations, Canada is overflowing with supernatural lore—yet we often shy away from embracing it. Brian dives into the cultural forces that keep our paranormal experiences in the shadows, the stigma around sharing unexplained encounters, and the quiet, eerie roots woven through our national identity.We chat about the stories that shaped his curiosity, what he’s uncovered through the Superstitious Times, and why he believes Canada is long overdue for its own supernatural renaissance.Ghosts, cultural history, folklore, and a whole lot of uncanny Canadiana—this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.From November 17 to December 13 use code HOLIDAY25 to get 25% off exclusively on Dundurn.com🌱 PayYourRent.ca is an Indigenous-led grassroots initiative calling on settlers to engage in ongoing, voluntary financial redistribution in support of Indigenous land defenders, sovereignty, and community well-being.This foundation supports urgent needs like housing, food security, legal defense, and cultural revitalization—all grounded in the principle that land back also means resource back.If you live, work, or benefit from life on stolen land, consider learning more or making a monthly contribution at PayYourRent.ca.Justice isn’t a moment—it’s a commitment. Your next creepy obsession starts here. 🧁 This episode is brought to you by Icing Sugar Photography — capturing the sweet, the spontaneous, and the story behind every smile. Visit icingsugarphotography.com and follow on Instagram at @icingsugarphoto to sprinkle some magic on your memories. 🦴 And don’t forget our boo-tiful friends at Back From the Dead Goods—resurrecting your wardrobe with creepy streetwear on Etsy & Poshmark.👻 Use code CANADIANCREEPIES for 10% off!Edited by Kyle McDonnell