Episode 308: The BSI Midwest Canonical Conclave

“grazed the subclavian artery” [STUD] While the Baker Street Irregulars is the most well-known of Sherlockian societies, it is by no means the only one — nor even the most important. There are gatherings happening every week, in person and virtually, of Sherlockian societies.And just like the Sherlockian societies that sprouted up in those early years of the hobby, Steve Doyle, BSI ("The Western Morning News") thought it might be helpful to bring some of them together in a spirit of building Sherlockian community and creating connections.And that's taking the form of the inaugural BSI Canonical Conclave, taking place in Indianapolis on April 26, 2025. We talk with Steve about what we might expect there and what he expects to come from this unique gathering. Whether you're attending or not, he shares vital information for your own activities.We have some Sherlockian society events we share in "The Learned Societies" segment, Madeline Quiñones tells us about another Sherlock Holmes podcast in "A Chance of Listening," and the Canonical Couplet quiz tests your Sherlock Holmes knowledge with something from the IHOSE vaults for one lucky winner.  Send your answer to comment @ ihearofsherlock .com by April 14, 2025 at 11:59 a.m. EST. All listeners are eligible to play.Don't forget to become a supporter of the show on the platform of your choice (Patreon | Substack).Download [Save As] | File size: 73.3 MB, 1:16:26Listen to I Hear of Sherlock Everywhere anywhere you get podcastsLeave I Hear of Sherlock Everywhere a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify; listen to us wherever you listen to podcasts.SponsorsExclusive for IHOSE listeners from MX Publishing: codes for 5 free audio books.Would you care to advertise with us? You can find more information here. Let's chat!LinksThe Sherlockian CalendarThe Learned Societies: Sherlockian CalendarFeatured podcast from "A Chance of Listening": I Hear of I Hear of Sherlock Everywhere EverywhereSteve Doyle has been on six previous episodes of IHOSE. Find them all in our Archives.Find all of our relevant links and social accounts at linktr.ee/ihearofsherlock.Goodpods Top 100 Mystery PodcastsAnd would you consider leaving us a rating and or a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Goodpods? It would help other Sherlockians to find us.Your thoughts on the show? Leave a comment below, send us an email (comment AT ihearofsherlock DOT com), call us at 5-1895-221B-5. That's (518) 952-2125.