Canadian History Ehx
695 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsFollow 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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The Wabanaki Confederacy
November 21, 2020 12:00 - 36 minutesFor 200 years, the Wabanaki Confederacy united five Indigenous nations in the Atlantic Canada region as they pushed back against the encroachment of the English on their traditional lands. This is the story of that Confederacy and the impact it had. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canad...
An Interview With Peter Mansbridge
November 18, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutesFor two decades, Peter Mansbridge was on our television screens as the host of The National. While retired now, he is still very busy and recently released a book called Extraordinary Canadians. I had the chance to speak with him about the book, what he is up to this year and what is next for the iconic Canadian news anchor. Get the book here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Extraordinary-Canadians/Peter-Mansbridge/9781982134525 Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/s...
An Interview With Brandon Doucet
November 16, 2020 12:00 - 36 minutesToday, I speak with dentist Brandon Doucet who not only is working on a book on dental care history in Canada, but is also behind Coalition for Dentalcare, which works to make Universal Dentalcare a thing in Canada. His Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coalitionfordentalcare Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.t...
Abe Okpik
November 14, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutesSpending his life working to preserve Inuit culture, Abe Okpik was instrumental in the Berger Commission and Project Surname and left a lasting impact on the North and its people. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...
An Interview With Miss Emily
November 12, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutesOne of Canada's top Blues musicians and a multi-award winning artist, I speak with Kingston-based musician Miss Emily about her new live album, what is upcoming and how COVID-19 has changed her life and the music industry in general. Visit her site at: https://themissemily.com Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.ti...
Canada Year-By-Year: 1897
November 11, 2020 12:00 - 34 minutesIt was a year that saw the birth of a man who inspired the character of James Bond, the Klondike Gold Rush hit full gear and one of our greatest prime ministers would enter the world. Today, I look at Canada in 1897. Support the show for $3/month at www.patreon.com/canadehx or donate at www.canadaehx.com E-mail me at [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/canadianhistoryehx Twitter: www.twitter.com/craigbaird Instagram: @Bairdo37 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
An Interview With Ron Brown
November 09, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutesToday, I talk with author Ron Brown about the unique ghost towns and places in Ontario, and about the reissue of his book Lost Villages of Toronto. Visit his site here: http://www.ronbrown.ca Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn more about you...
The Sinking Of The Princess Sophia
November 07, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutesThe worst maritime disaster in the history of British Columbia, the Princess Sophia sat for 36 hours on a reef as waves lashed against the boat. Then, in the dark of night and a snowstorm, it slipped off the reef and sunk in 30 minutes. Over 350 people died upon that ship. This is the story of that sinking. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected]...
The History Of Sundre
November 06, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutesFrom a man who rode a horse with a coyote on his shoulders, to a wonderful museum, to an amazing sculpture garden, Sundre is a unique place in Alberta with a lot of history along the Cowboy Trail. Today, I look at that history. This episode is sponsored by the Town of Sundre www.sundre.com Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: ...
An Interview With Sam Roberts
November 05, 2020 12:00 - 23 minutesHe is one of Canada's leading musicians over the past 20 years, with hit records and many awards. Today, I speak with Sam Roberts about making music amid Covid-19 and his new album All of Us. Visit http://www.samrobertsband.com for more on his album. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canad...
The Battle of Valenciennes
November 04, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutesThe war was winding down, but there was still fighting to be done by the Canadians. The Battle of Valenciennes saw an overwhelming Canadian victory, many medals including a Victoria Cross and a huge number of German captures. Today, I look at this battle and its impact. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube...
An Interview with Roger Sarty
November 02, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutesToday, I speak with Roger Sarty, a historian and professor with Wilfrid Laurier University about a book he helped compile about the Halifax Explosion. Enjoy a great interview on a really interesting subject! Order the book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Catastrophe-Stories-Lessons-Halifax-Explosion/dp/1771123710 Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https:...
Weird Canadian Mysteries
October 30, 2020 11:00 - 25 minutesIn honour of the Halloween season, I have a special episode of the podcast all about the unsettling and weird mysteries of Canada. From the Headless Valley, to the death of Tom Thomson, to ghost ships on the Great Lakes, there are some great tales to tell. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c...
An Interview With Tom Jackson
October 29, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutesHe is one of the most celebrated Indigenous actors in Canadian history, as well as an activist and philanthropist. For years, he has been helping others, including through the annual Huron Carole event. Today, I talk with Tom Jackson about the Huron Carole and what we can all do to help people all year long. Visit: www.huroncarole.ca Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mas...
Canada Year-By-Year: 1896
October 28, 2020 11:00 - 37 minutesA huge year in Canadian politics that would see a massive shift int he political landscape, it was also the year where several important Canadians were born, and a tragic bridge accident would occur. Time to look at 1896 in Canada! Support: www.patreon.com/canadaehx E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.canadaehx.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/canadianhistoryehx Twitter: www.twitter.com/craigbaird Instagram: @Bairdo37 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An Interview With Tim Cook
October 26, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutesToday, I speak with Canadian War Museum historian, and Order of Canada recipient, Tim Cook about Canada's war history and his book The Fight For History. You can find Tim's books here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/authors/255679/tim-cook Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhist...
Mikak
October 24, 2020 11:00 - 20 minutesMikak was the first-known Inuit person to travel to Europe and back. She was vital to the success of the first settlements in Labrador for England and was a key figure in the 1700s era of settlement and trade in the region. Today, I look at her story. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/cana...
The History Of Didsbury
October 23, 2020 11:00 - 31 minutesFrom a unique shelter located in a field nearby, to two devastating fires in its history, to an excellent local museum and many historic buildings, Didsbury has a history that is fascinating Today, I explore that history on the podcast. This episode is sponsored by the Town of Didsbury Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: http...
An Interview With Eric Alper
October 22, 2020 11:00 - 27 minutesToday, I speak with Eric Alper, one of the leading music correspondents and industry experts in Canada. Along with representing artists such as Bif Naked and Fred Penner, he also hosts a show on SiriuxXM called @ThatEricAlper Show Find him on twitter www.twitter.com/thatericalper Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www...
The Battle of Belly River
October 21, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutesThe last battle between Indigenous groups in Canadian history was fought in future Alberta and would have long lasting ramifications for both the Iron Confederacy and the Blackfoot Confederacy. Today, I look at the Battle of Belly River. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryeh...
An Interview With The Minute Women
October 19, 2020 11:00 - 45 minutesThe Canadian Heritage Minutes are a part of our culture these days and today I talk with Grace and Linnea of the Minute Women podcast about their show and Heritage Minutes. You can find their podcast on all platforms and at their website www.minutewomenpodcast.ca Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdn...
The VE Day Halifax Riot
October 17, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutesWhen the Second World War ended, people celebrated worldwide. In Halifax, they celebrated a bit too hard, laying waste to the downtown core of Halifax in a drunken orgy of vandalism that resulted in $5 million of damages. This is the story of the Halifax Riot. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube....
An Interview With Rick Hansen
October 15, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutesHe is one of the most famous Canadians in the country, and an icon and hero from our history. His Man in Motion Tour cemented his legacy and today I speak with him about that legacy and the Rick Hansen Foundation. Find the foundation at www.rickhansen.com Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryeh...
Canada Year-By-Year: 1895
October 14, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutesToday, I continue my look through every year of Canada's history with 1895. A year that saw the birth of a hockey legend, a prime minister and the first woman was elected to political office. Enjoy! Listen to the podcast The Mermaid and the Lion on all podcast platforms or visit http://www.themermaidandthelion.com Support the show at www.patreon.com/canadaehx E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.canadaehx.ca Facebook: www.facebook.com/canadianhistoryehx Twitter: www.twitter.com/craigbaird ...
An Interview With D'Arcy Jenish
October 12, 2020 11:00 - 42 minutesToday on the podcast, I speak with author and historian D'Arcy Jenish about his new book on the lead-up to the October Crisis. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The October Crisis
October 10, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes50 years ago, Canada would see the only peacetime implementation of the War Measures Act, and only the third political assassination in our history. It was a time of unease and worry for many. Today, I look at the October Crisis of 1970. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryeh...
An Interview With Colin Mochrie
October 08, 2020 11:00 - 30 minutesOne of Canada's most famous comedians, he has made a living performing improv around the world to the delight of millions. Today on the podcast, I talk with Colin Mochrie about improv, his new improv Zoom show and the importance of arts during Covid. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx You...
The Battle of Canal Du Nord
October 07, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutesIt was one of the last major battles for Canada in the First World War and it seemed nearly an impossible situation. Not only would the Canadians succeed, they would do so through days of tough fighting, taking thousands of prisoners. Sadly, it came at the high cost of 13,600 casualties. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdn...
An Interview With Cheryl Foggo
October 05, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutesI speak with filmmaker and historian Cheryl Foggo today about John Ware and her film John Ware: Reclaimed, as well as the impact of Ware, his legacy and what we can learn about him today. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn more about your ad...
Chief Crowfoot
October 03, 2020 11:00 - 27 minutesA prominent leader in the Blackfoot, Chief Crowfoot would be a major force during the last half of the 19th century, negotiating treaty and leading his people through difficult times. Today, I look at his life. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn more about your ad ...
The History Of Westlock
October 02, 2020 11:00 - 27 minutesThis episode is sponsored by the Town of Westlock. A town that not only changed its name and moved, the history of Westlock has lots of stories to tell and I dive into those stories on today's sponsored episode! Enjoy! www.westlock.ca Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.c...
An Interview With Hal Johnson
October 01, 2020 11:00 - 27 minutesToday on the podcast, I interview someone very familiar to many Canadians, Hal Johnson from Body Break. For over a decade, Hal and Joanne MacLeod appeared on our television screens, teaching us how to live healthy lives. Enjoy the interview! Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: you...
Canada Year-By-Year: 1894
September 30, 2020 11:00 - 30 minutesIt was a year that saw the death of another prime minister, the biggest rock slide in Canadian history, the death of a former NWMP commissioner and the birth of the man the German's called Hell's Handmaiden, Billy Bishop. Support the show at www.patreon.com/canadaehx E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.canadaehx.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/canadianhistoryehx Twitter: www.twitter.com/craigbaird Instagram: @bairdo37 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
An Interview With Andy English
September 28, 2020 11:00 - 29 minutesToday, I talk with Andy English from the excellent podcast Hedley Boys, which looks at the men from Hedley, B.C. who served in the First World War. Find it here www.hedleyboys.com and on all major podcast platforms. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistory...
The Beachcombers
September 26, 2020 11:00 - 1 hourFrom 1972 to 1991, Canadians gathered together to watch The Beachcombers, one of the most-beloved shows in Canadian history. Today on the show, I talk with cast, crew and fans of the show about its history and impact on Canadian culture. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryeh...
The Mi'kmaq War
September 23, 2020 11:00 - 26 minutesAfter seeing their population decimated and their land stolen, the Mi'kmaq joined the Acadians in fighting against the English in a war from 1749 to 1755. It would have a lasting impact on Nova Scotia. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn more about your ad choices. ...
An Interview With JP Bear
September 21, 2020 11:00 - 50 minutesIn 1941, Sgt. Gander, a Newfoundland dog, gave his life to save wounded soldiers in the Battle of Hong Kong. His story is inspirational and wonderful and JP Bear is working to bring that story to life through a documentary film. Today, I talked with JP Bear about his film. Donate to the GoFundMe at https://ca.gofundme.com/f/sgt-gander-and-the-battle-of-hong-kong Visit his website at www.sgtgander-film.com Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Cli...
Tommy Prince
September 19, 2020 11:00 - 22 minutesOne of the most decorated soldiers in Canadian history, and a man who faced danger repeatedly in battle, and racism back home, Tommy Prince was a legend in Canadian military history. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
The History of Sedgewick
September 18, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutesCenturies ago, a meteorite crashed into the ground near future Sedgewick. That rock would become a pilgrimage place for the local Indigenous until 1866 when it was stolen by missionaries. That is just one bit of the very interesting history of the Town of Sedgewick. This episode is sponsored by the Town of Sedgewick. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @canadaehx...
Canada Year-By-Year: 1893
September 16, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBToday, I look at Canada in 1893, a year that saw a surprising number of First World War flying aces born. It was also a year that saw the death of a prime minister, an explorer, but the birth of a hockey legend. Support the podcast at www.patreon.com/canadaehx E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.canadaehx.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/canadianhistoryehx Twitter: www.twitter.com/craigbaird Instagram: @Bairdo37
An Interview with Gurdeep Pandher
September 14, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutesHe is known on Twitter for his wonderful dance videos that have been a bright spot for Canada during the pandemic. Today, I speak with Gurdeep Pandher from his home in the Yukon about his life and his videos. Visit his website at https://gurdeep.ca Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTu...
The Edmonton Grads
September 12, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutesBetween 1922 and 1940, the Edmonton Grads dominated provincial, national and international women's basketball. Boasting win streaks of dozens of games in length, and a 95% winning percentage, no one was better then, nor since. I also speak with author Ann Hall, who wrote a book on The Grads: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00CDWRNZS/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: cr...
The History Of Camrose
September 11, 2020 11:00 - 45 minutesThis episode is sponsored by The City Of Camrose Today, I look at Camrose, home of the Big Valley Jamboree, a railway museum and several notable historical sites, along with a very important Alberta educational facility. Enjoy the latest episode! Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTub...
The Battle of Kapyong
September 09, 2020 11:00 - 22 minutesThe Chinese had broken through the British and Australians. All that stood in the way of 5,000 Chinese troops breaking the line towards Seoul were 700 Canadians. This is the story of The Battle of Kapyong, Canada's finest hour in the Korean War Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhi...
An Interview With Jean Teillet
September 07, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutesToday on the podcast, I interview Indigenous rights lawyer and author Jean Teillet about her book The North-West Is Our Mother. The book is about the Metis nation and Teillet is the great grand niece of Louis Riel himself. Find her book here: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0756F6JPS/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_u0pvFbYEHAXZV Enjoy! Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @canadae...
The Anishinaabe
September 05, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutesEach month, I am going to be looking at an Indigenous group's history in Canada and today, I look at the Anishinaabe. This group of people stretches from Quebec to Saskatchewan and have a long and fascinating history in North America Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Le...
A History of Millet
September 03, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutesThis episode is sponsored by the Town of Millet Named by Father Lacombe for a friend who had passed, Millet would prosper throughout the 20th century and survive a terrible fire in 1927 that burned much of the community to the ground. Today, it has become an important place to visit, with great historic resources, in Central Alberta. Today, I look at its history! Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twit...
Canada Year-By-Year: 1892
September 02, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBToday on the podcast, I look at the year 1892. It was a year that saw America's Sweetheart, Mary Pickford, born in Toronto, the death of our 2nd Prime Minister and the worst disaster in St. John's history. Support the show at www.patreon.com/canadaehx E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.canadaehx.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/canadianhistoryehx Twitter: www.twitter.com/craigbaird Instagram: @Bairdo37
An Interview With Tommy Chong
August 31, 2020 11:00 - 35 minutesToday, my interview with the legendary comedian and Canadian, Tommy Chong, who has spent the past 50 years delighting fans around the world. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Canadian Forestry Corps Of World War One
August 29, 2020 11:00 - 37 minutesWithout firing a single shot, the Canadian Forestry Corps saved lives and altered the course of the war for the Allies during the First World War. Today, we learn the history of this very unique army unit. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Donate: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Learn more about your ad choic...