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Canadian History Ehx

Craig Baird
Canada
Canadian Politics
First World War
This Hour Has 22 Minutes
Canadian War Photographers
Henry Kelsey
1998 Ice Storm
War Photography
Colonization
Indigenous Peoples
Pierre Trudeau
Springhill Mining Disasters
Max Aitken
Harry Edward Noble
Canadian History
Ivor Castle
Hudson's Bay Company
Quebec
Canadian Caper
Coal Mining

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.

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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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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.

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From the 1970s to 1980s, Canada made the monumental effort to go from the Imperial System to the Metric System. It was met with praise and anger and didn't completely take.

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On Nov. 10, 1975, the Edmund Fitzgerald disappeared beneath the waves of Lake Superior in a terrible storm. The sinking took the lives of 29 men and was immortalized in song by Gordon Lightfoot.

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Craig Baird
Host of Canadian History Ehx, providing engaging storytelling and detailed explorations of Canadian history.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Love

    Love it, thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    foxsongs
    United Statesa month ago
  • Plagiarized

    While listening to the 2020 episode on Canadian slavery, I was also reading the Wikipedia page on the same topic. Craig was just repeating the wiki page word for word.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sara B43
    United States2 months ago
  • Succinct and interesting topics....

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Boo2009
    3 months ago
  • Need more NL documentaries

    Post note: since writing this review I have lowered my star rating because the ads are too long now and too frequent. I not sure I will keep listening due to long ads for AirBNB and Better Health….

    -Great podcast, love the stories, so many I have lived through. But need more NL and east coast stories. There is lots of history and lots of accounts of fascinating stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Robinwild1
    Canada4 months ago
  • One Long Ad Read Interrupted By A Sprinkling of History

    I’ve been listening to this show for a good amount of time, and recently I’ve noticed a serious decline in quality. Craig is a great host, but the actual show time is negligent. An entire podcast episode can last about 30 mins long, but it’s started with 5 mins of ads at the beginning, another 5 mins of ads in the middle, then finally, another ad read at the end. Not to mention, Craig has made quite a few mistakes, and cannot pronounce place names correctly. I expected a lot more from a show I h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    dwilson3
    Canada4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth research and engaging storytelling of Canadian history.
Positive feedback frequently highlights the host's passionate delivery and ability to bring forgotten historical narratives to light.
There are criticisms related to advertising frequency and production quality that suggest some listeners find the content suffering during ad segments.

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#217
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Apple Podcasts
#10
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Apple Podcasts
#222
South Korea/History

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Hurry Hard: Canada's Curling History
Q: How have you seen the game change over the years?
There has been a significant increase in skill level, strategy, and changes to equipment and ice conditions which have evolved the game.
Hurry Hard: Canada's Curling History
Q: Why do Canadians have such a passion for curling?
Curling has deep roots in Canadian culture, originally brought over by Scottish immigrants, and every community often has its own curling club, fostering a lifelong connection to the sport.
Hurry Hard: Canada's Curling History
Q: What has been the response to the podcast and the process of putting it together over the past five years?
The response has been pretty good, with solid numbers and a move to a better platform that has improved the podcast's reach.
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Q: What got you guys involved in making the podcast Inside Curling?
The podcast was started during COVID when both hosts were looking for a project to work on together.
An Interview with Cazhhmere Downey
Q: Was it really important for you to start that far back and show the foundations of Black music in Canada and where people like The Weeknd kind of are built off of?
Absolutely, it was very important for Cazhmere to explore the history and roots of Black music in Canada, emphasizing early artists as foundations for modern musicians.

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Focused on the multifaceted narratives of Canada's past, the content explores both well-known events and hidden stories that often go unrecognized. Topics range from significant historical turning points, like the transition to the metric system and the tragic sinking of ships during wartime, to cultural phenomena and notable figures who have impacted Canadian society. The podcast seeks to make history accessible and engaging, blending anecdotal narratives with factual research to enrich listeners' understanding of Canada's complex heritage. Unique episodes feature guest interviews with individuals from different walks of life, illuminating personal experiences and connections to broader historical themes.

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2. Emma Jane Kirby
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7. Jenn Thornhill-Verma
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