Dark Poutine - True Crime and Dark History

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True crime, legends, folklore, dark history and other creepy topics from the perspective of real live Canadians.

Recent Episodes
  • Shattered Innocence: The Murders Leanne McFarlane and Jeffrey Taylor
    Apr 21, 2025 – 01:11:20
  • POWs in Canada and the Murders at Camp 132
    Apr 14, 2025 – 01:00:42
  • Avro Arrow: The Rise and Fall of Canada’s Dream Fighter
    Apr 7, 2025 – 01:09:40
  • Madness on the Hill: The 1966 Parliamentary Bombing
    Mar 31, 2025 – 01:04:57
  • Margate Horror: The Murder of Mary Pickering Tuplin
    Mar 24, 2025 – 01:01:35
  • Made in Canada: The Unsolved Murder of Reet Jurvetson
    Mar 17, 2025 – 01:05:44
  • Murder and Mayhem in Norfolk County
    Mar 10, 2025 – 01:02:11
  • Canadian Legends: The Lost Lemon Mine and The Vanishing Village at Angikuni Lake
    Mar 3, 2025 – 01:05:34
  • Homicidal Somnambulism: Are You a Murderer if You Kill in Your Sleep?
    Feb 24, 2025 – 01:07:30
  • The Fosterville Murders
    Feb 17, 2025 – 01:05:38
  • The 2018 Toronto Van Attack
    Feb 10, 2025 – 01:12:10
  • THe Westray Mine Disaster
    Feb 3, 2025 – 01:10:26
  • Killed on the Job: Constable Emmanuel Aucoin
    Jan 27, 2025 – 01:09:57
  • Transatlantic Tragedy — The Murder of Ashley Wadsworth
    Jan 13, 2025 – 59:39
  • Christmas 2024: Mummers, Murder and Manifestations
    Dec 23, 2024 – 01:03:28
  • The Gay Purge in Canada Part 2: The 1960’s -1990's
    Dec 16, 2024 – 01:09:44
  • The Gay Purge in Canada Part 1: The 1940’s-1960’s
    Dec 9, 2024 – 57:13
  • Complex Justice: The Tragic Story of Annie Mae Pictou Aquash
    Dec 2, 2024 – 01:13:31
  • Particularly Cruel: The Murder of Baylee Wylie
    Nov 25, 2024 – 01:05:54
  • Buried Evidence: The Murder of Erin Chorney
    Nov 18, 2024 – 01:14:35
  • Remembrance Day 2024: More Badass Canadians at War
    Nov 11, 2024 – 01:07:04
  • Still on the Run: The Murder of Krystal Senyk
    Nov 4, 2024 – 01:11:20
  • Halloween Road Trip: Hauntings, Ghosts and Poltergeists Around the World
    Oct 28, 2024 – 01:09:57
  • Satanic Panic: A Canadian Export
    Oct 21, 2024 – 01:10:46
  • BONUS. EPISODE — Cybercrime in Canada: Staying Safe Online
    Oct 16, 2024 – 49:33
  • BC’s Last Man Hanged — The Tale of Leo Mantha
    Oct 14, 2024 – 01:01:11
  • Cold and Dark: The 1998 Quebec Ice Storm
    Oct 7, 2024 – 01:07:17
  • Valentine’s Day Nightmare: The Murder of Betty Hart
    Sep 30, 2024 – 01:10:02
  • Murder in Fort Mac: The Case of Robert LeVoir
    Sep 23, 2024 – 01:20:30
  • Ever a Hero: The 101-Year-Old Who Took Down a Killer
    Sep 16, 2024 – 01:21:26
  • Forget Me Not — The Murder of Tina Illingworth-Eisnor
    Sep 9, 2024 – 01:21:09
  • Summer Cut Short: The 1977 Rosedale Murders
    Sep 2, 2024 – 01:17:01
  • Out of Sight, Out of Mind: The Leprosy Colony of D’Arcy Island
    Aug 26, 2024 – 01:13:18
  • Inside Out: The Murders of Panagiota Zerbinos and April Peregooda
    Aug 19, 2024 – 01:07:23
  • Graphic Details: The Murder of Iana Kasian
    Aug 12, 2024 – 01:08:14
  • Radicalized Canadian: The Attack on Paul Pelosi
    Aug 5, 2024 – 01:12:57
  • Honourless: The Shafia Family Murders
    Jul 29, 2024 – 01:16:03
  • Hopes Crushed: The Murder of Maple Batalia
    Jul 22, 2024 – 01:00:35
  • The British Home Child Migrant Scheme
    Jul 15, 2024 – 01:10:33
  • The Life and Crimes of Serial Killer Edward H. Rulloff
    Jul 8, 2024 – 01:05:24
  • What Happened to Sheree Fertuck?
    Jul 1, 2024 – 01:11:25
  • The 2014 Nanaimo Mill Shooting: The Murders of Michael Lunn and Fred McEachern
    Jun 24, 2024 – 01:12:23
  • Marine Disasters in NS and The Wreck of the SS Atlantic
    Jun 17, 2024 – 01:14:20
  • Summer Tragedy: The 2018 Fredericton Shooting
    Jun 10, 2024 – 01:26:39
  • All That Remains: The Murder of Mary-Lynn Breeden
    Jun 3, 2024 – 01:12:44
  • Shadows of Deception (Part 3): The Murder of Wayne Millard
    May 27, 2024 – 01:16:34
  • Shadows of Deception (Part 2): The Murder of Laura Babcock
    May 20, 2024 – 01:07:00
  • Shadows of Deception (Part 1): The Murder of Tim Bosma
    May 13, 2024 – 01:10:13
  • Morning Run Cut Short: The Murder of Marguerite Telesford
    May 6, 2024 – 01:04:31
  • More than Meets the Eye: The Murder of Barbara Stoppel
    Apr 29, 2024 – 01:12:49
Recent Reviews
  • BeeCuzThatsWhy
    Be careful with your words
    Not positive, but it sounds like Gloria Zorbino was schizophrenic…. So attributing deceitfulness & normalcy would not be right. She was never diagnosed but displayed early schizophrenic behavior.
  • base feed
    8-5-24
    One of your best episodes. Well prepared and informative episode about a subject that needs to be discussed. Thank you
  • canucck
    Boring
    I am a Canadian, and a true crime fan, and was referred by the Ongoing History of New Music. I tried to make it through the episode, but I have to say this is one of the most boring true crime podcasts that I have ever heard, laden with details, but boring.
  • BurntMatchstick
    I have to agree with others
    but I will try to be less hateful about it. Mike & the stories are spot on. Matthew, have you listened to yourself? Maybe you don’t have the self awareness, but as I said I agree with others. It’s difficult to listen to, I get embarrassed for you. Humility is an admirable quality. ;-) ps I DID get the opportunity to take an anger 🤬management class! I was none too happy @ the time I’ll tell ya 👿 lol I am also in recovery & this was very early in my clean time journey. Honestly, it is one of the best things I have ever done. So enlightening & truly life changing. I believe if I hadn’t been exposed to the importance of honesty, open mindedness & willingness prior to taking the course I don’t think I would have gotten as much out of it.
  • Lee Geranios
    Josie Langmaid
    I stopped listening when you used the word “racism,” a modern lib term that means nothing, twice. Unfollow
  • Onlyinmydreams
    Enough already
    This isn’t the Mathew show. Please Mike, if you insist on keeping Mathew, keep it to 2 comments, no more than 30 seconds each. With his rambling, he interrupts the good story telling you used to have. We’re already aware that Mathew (thinks he) knows everything, has been everywhere, and has an opinion on all subjects to no end.
  • Nullity
    Enamel bar?
    Edit 2: I listen to the January 20, 2018 show and it was extremely moving and sadly, relatable. I wish you were here or I was there to give each other a great big hug. Edit: I went to the Canada airport on the way to Malta, and I ordered poutine and it was pretty good although different but didn’t get a chance to order a double double from Tim Hortons but I did talk to some Canadians and they did know what these things were :-) Original review: I don’t know what an enamel bar is, but it sounds like it would really hurt my teeth lol. Regardless, this is a fantastic show. Keep it up!
  • makechgs4me_deb
    Always a solid show and entertaining as heck!
    I ADORE this show. I’ve been listening for 5 years now and figured it’s about time to leave a review. It’s my favorite true crime podcast. I look forward to Monday mornings at work because I get to listen to “my guys” Mike and Matthew. Not only is it well researched, the presentation is always professional and respectful. Mike is very knowledgeable, seasoned and just seems like a good eg. I find Matthew’s input is often a perspective that I hadn’t thought of and it makes me think outside of the box. Oh and I love Steve stories too! I appreciate the friendship between these two men and how well they interact. I wish I could give them more stars. Bravo on an excellent podcast gentlemen. I’m never disappointed.
  • Napeocles Jucunda
    4 Stars
    Apparently 4 stars… cause… Edmonton Oilers. But seriously, it’s nice to hear stories and the accents from the homeland. Grown in Alberta, living in South Dakota since 2010. Some of these news stories didn’t show up in my feeds. Interesting listening to them when all has settled and not in the height of the emotions. Found out about you guys from The Morbid Podcast.
  • katharinkat
    Canadians live in igloos and everyone is nice
    As a Canadian living in New York City, I love hearing these stories of home and learning Canadian history from people who have a healthy amount of skepticism around the colonial lens traditionally taught in the school system. Thoughtful, caring and humorous. What else can a true crime loving gal ask for?
  • Blake'ss
    The content can be ok
    The content can be ok but the times it gets overtly political and preachy take me out of it.
  • dshanesq
    Whitey bad
    I can only hear how racist white people are, so much. Does anything else cross your minds. I’m out!
  • catnessevergreen
    Dude is so rude and condescending
    Such a quack
  • bhytesfan
    Amazing
    Great storytelling skills and humor that is appropriate for the content.
  • portokalopita
    Ever consider ?
    Treating your buddy of the year, month, week, etc. with some respect??? Not like a pet? It’s always about you. Plenty of pods with one narrator.
  • Queen Bee 100
    Side talk
    I can’t stand the side talk
  • MadMoM:)
    I feel like your my family …
    I love you both as though you both are my friend and family ….. and steve is my nephew ….. i wish you both the best. … and listen to you guys religiously….. great show you both ……. Yours forever …….
  • LizG1492
    Amazing podcast!!
    The show has been consistently excellent throughout all its phases. It took me a while to get used to Mathew’s voice, but you can really tell that he’s getting more comfortable as time goes by and his and Mike’s dynamic settles into a groove. Thank you guys for all you do.
  • cloud345987
    Bring Hemingway back
    Loved the beginning of the podcast, but don’t listen anymore I would start again if scott came back
  • 2020andbeyond
    An evening with friends
    I love, love it when I see a new episode on my playlist! I feel like I’m hanging out with my besties ❤️ Don’t change a thing y’all are wonderful
  • Ryleigh'sMom
    Sympathetic and factual with appropriate humor
    They take care to honor the victims, avoid victim shaming, respect the seriousness of the crime. They are humorous without without disrespect. They encourage listeners to seek help if needed and are honest with their life struggles. You won’t be disappointed.
  • piclklypoo
    A little bit too
    Woke woke woke. It’s not a good thing. When the dad is over you’ll look like a tool.
  • Steampunk Fan
    Beautiful and heartbreaking
    I’ve been a listener since almost the beginner- this latest episode with Colin was a tear jerker— his raw pain and struggles and also honesty was beautiful and humbling to hear. It was also rage inducing to hear what his family had to deal with regarding the prison and parole system. Wonderful job both of you on these two episodes from start to finish.
  • HookemMomTx
    SNL NPR voice
    I’ve always enjoyed this podcast… but the new guy sounds like he’s doing a bit on the SNL skit with the NPR ladies… weirdly non-emotive-whisper-voice.
  • auntiegroomer
    Short n sweet
    Hands down The absolute BEST!
  • Seb 2.o
    I can’t get past the lisp
    Sorry guys, I really wanted to like this show, but I find myself distracted by the lisp. I’m sure it makes me sound like an a hole, but I listen to a ton of podcasts and audio books and a lisp or presence of the sibilant “S” is the second most distracting and annoying thing after vocal fry.
  • Goddezz713
    My Pepsi rep is from Canada thank you
    I love this I love crime thank you I’m only on episode 2…….. heard about you from minds of madness….. I love it… loving you from Phoenix AZ
  • mommykels90
    Great True Crime Podcast
    I first heard about this podcast by reading Mike Browne’s book. I’m a lover of everything true crime so I checked it out. I’m only on my first episode but I love it! The episode is intriguing and voices soothing and easy to listen to.
  • Durst98
    Three Stars for Content
    Interesting information but the host sounds like a weather radio robo voice. Boring and monotonous.
  • KateJessie
    Love this
    I am only on episode 22 and I just love these guys and am sorry that Scott won’t be on after 149. I don’t know what happened, but these guys are so great together and I hope whatever happened can someday be resolved. Thanks for this podcast.
  • HankNail
    Thank You
    Listening to this podcast encourages me to keep showing compassion and kindness, and reminds me that there are others out there who will do the same. Love both voices and both Voices.
  • enid coleslaw
    Used to love Dark Poutine but not so much anymore
    I loved this show, it was in my top 5 favorite podcasts—until recently. Mike is an excellent host but WHY must there be a co-host? The co-hosts are terrible (except for Mike’s wife Carol). The most recent co-host Mathew has an arrogance about him that’s unbecoming. Also, what’s with all the UFO episodes? I want to hear about true crime not stories about aliens, this is not the X-Files.
  • psychasis
    Love
    Love these guys, they’re smart, sensitive, sincere and funny. Matthew is an excellent addition!
  • ODM3
    Excellent
    program.
  • TildaJean
    If a boat has continual mishaps.
    Keep the boat. Change the crew, especially the captain.
  • jsndbdd d
    Mathew’s Voice
    Is ridiculously smooth and probably my favorite.
  • DawnzaLilla
    Can’t anymore
    This show was in my top 5 for a long time. Since Scotty left it’s a mess. Another gentleman has replaced but the whole dynamic has changed. Now it’s all suggestive homosexual joking around, race relations and any other cause that is hot at the moment. I don’t care who is what. It just doesn’t have to try to make up for true humor these off the cuff remarks. I tuned in for years to hear a crime story. Not a lecture on world issues. Goodbye
  • Sue Herron
    Bingeworthy
    My favorite podcast. Listen to episodes a second time. Love the verbal footnotes, background history, explanation of Canadian culture intertwined with the story of the crime. The respect paid to the victims. Why do chicks listen to true crime? So that we don’t become victims ourselves. Binged all 200 shows after listening to the first one. My absolute fave is the one about the exploding ship in Nova Scotia. The absolute worst (in terms of haunting me) was that young girl getting murdered, left for dead, in Bermuda I think it was. Her parents wouldn’t let her go for several years, the first time she goes she is brutally raped and murdered. Absolutely heartbreaking
  • Trish 1980
    Good stuff
    Mike and Mathew and formerly Scott do a fine job of describing the crimes discussed mostly Canadian
  • Deerfield Sandflea
    Another reason to Love Canadians
    Pleasant, funny Canadian men telling interesting crime stories. They are keepers❤️
  • Mom in Mass.
    Dark Poutine is better than Real Poutine
    This is an informative and interesting show which is on the top of my podcast list. Highly recommend!
  • b96r
    PrettyGood
    I wish I could convince Mike to do this podcast on his own because every cohost he’s had has just taken away from the quality and ‘easy listening’ of the show. Great content though!
  • JackieMor
    Awesome Show!
    I'm about halfway caught up and I wanted to tell you that I absolutely love this show. I appreciate you so much. The respect and humanity that you show are amazing. I skipped to the end with the MMIW episode on Hilary Bonnell. No show that I've heard has given the history or the challenges that Indigenous people face. Your research is impeccable. You're doing a fantastic job! I've gotten a little misty more than once. Jackie Moranty - Cause of Death Podcast
  • Gramma at
    Excellent!
    I just heard your interview on Murder In The Rain. One of my favorite Podcasts! Those ladies are awesome. I decided to check out your show and I’m so glad I did! It’s awesome. You have a wonderful voice and I’ve enjoyed each episode I’ve listened to. Thank you for bringing this wonderful Podcast to life ☺️
  • xlindylew
    Dark Poutine
    Great show. FYI it’s Forest Hill. North Toronto
  • adele57
    Episode 10 Mike met a monster
    I will not bore you with my details but this so resonated with me I was in tears I hadn’t shed for years It must have been so hard for you to share that story and I thank you It reminds me to be nice to people as you never know what might have happened in their past THANK YOU THANK YOU and I wish you much love and peace of mind Love this show even more as your honesty was so profound. 💝😘
  • Identify987
    Not interested as much
    Don’t care for the new cohost, he adds nothing to the show and in a recent episode he bashed the premise of compensation to families of the victims. Imagine being a family member and hearing some guy go “families don’t deserve any money”.
  • Xmegzy
    My favorite podcast!
    This was the first podcast I had ever listened to and I cannot get enough. I cannot find any other podcast to listen to and I get excited every week for a new episode. I love Mike Browne and the new cohost Mathew Stockton is way better than the old cohost.
  • nthomp
    Love it
    Thank you so much for your thoughtful discussion of mental illness in the Aug 30 episode. I’m really loving the new cohost and the perspective he brings to the show.
  • TuckerBup
    Inspector Gamache!
    I loved Sins of the Father! And could Matthew hear me yelling that I LOVE the Inspector Gamache books by Louise Penny also! I love you two guys talking back and forth! Great podcast! Thanks! Susan
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