Nighttime
625 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.1K ratingsNighttime is an audio documentary series which explores Canada's most fascinating stories. Join host Jordan Bonaparte for an exploration of Canadian true crime, mysteries, and the weird.
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Sunray and Natureboy - 4 - Mike Kropveld, The Cult Whisperer
June 17, 2017 11:00 - 49 minutesIn this episode, a capstone will be applied to the series covering Kayla 'Sunray' Reid's unusual story by consulting with Mike Kropveld, the world renowned expert on cults, new religious movements, and related phenomenon. Kropveld has been referred to as "the cult whisperer" and the name fits. Mike Kropveld has been intimately involved in the topic of cults after a high profile personal experience in the late 70s. In the years since, both directly and through his nonprofit group Info-Cult, ...
Sunray and Natureboy - 3 - Natureboy and the Rise of the Etherians
June 06, 2017 21:35 - 50 minutesIn the prior episode "The Rise of Natureboy" we heard Natureboy describe the life he lived prior to his spiritual awakening as Bishop (a male model / stripper / salon owner). In this follow up episode, we will continue the story and attempt to answer the question "Who is Natureboy… and how does an American model turned stripper end up leading a religious group in Costa Rica?" Links: Get a NightTimePodcast T-shirt: https://www.nighttimepodcast.com/store/tshirt1 Sunray's Facebook: https://w...
the Story of Eligio 'Natureboy' Bishop - 3 - Natureboy and the Rise of the Etherians
June 06, 2017 21:35 - 49 minutesIn the prior episode "The Rise of Natureboy" we heard Natureboy describe the life he lived prior to his spiritual awakening as Bishop (a male model / stripper / salon owner). In this follow up episode, we will continue the story and attempt to answer the question "Who is Natureboy… and how does an American model turned stripper end up leading a religious group in Costa Rica?" Links: Get a NightTimePodcast T-shirt: https://www.nighttimepodcast.com/store/tshirt1 Sunray's Facebook: https://www.f...
the Story of Eligio 'Natureboy' Bishop - 2 - The Rise of Natureboy
May 13, 2017 11:00 - 37 minutesIn the prior episode we heard from Sunray who described her decision to covertly leave Canada to join a Costa Rican based spiritual group. While her explanation provided a better perspective to view her role in this story, the questions I had surrounding the group's other prominent figure remained piled high. Throughout the media's coverage of this event Natureboy was portrayed as a villainous cult leader who held control over a brainwashed Kayla, however I quickly realized he was far more co...
Sunray and Natureboy - 2 - The Rise of Natureboy
May 13, 2017 11:00 - 39 minutesIn the prior episode we heard from Sunray who described her decision to covertly leave Canada to join a Costa Rican based spiritual group. While her explanation provided a better perspective to view her role in this story, the questions I had surrounding the group's other prominent figure remained piled high. Throughout the media's coverage of this event Natureboy was portrayed as a villainous cult leader who held control over a brainwashed Kayla, however I quickly realized he was far more c...
the Story of Eligio 'Natureboy' Bishop - 1 - Kayla Reid's Short But Strange Disappearance
May 01, 2017 21:37 - 50 minutesWhen 20 year old Newfoundland resident Kayla Reid went missing, it was suspected that she had traveled from her home in Corner brook to the province's capital city of St John's. Two weeks later, when she turned up on Youtube using the name Sunray in a video filmed far from the rocky shores of Newfoundland, the story changed from a missing persons case into something much more unique. In the days that followed, the media would facilitate a back and forth battle between the people calling for K...
Sunray and Natureboy - 1 - Kayla Reid's Short But Strange Disappearance
May 01, 2017 21:37 - 51 minutesWhen 20 year old Newfoundland resident Kayla Reid went missing, it was suspected that she had traveled from her home in Corner brook to the province's capital city of St John's. Two weeks later, when she turned up on Youtube using the name Sunray in a video filmed far from the rocky shores of Newfoundland, the story changed from a missing persons case into something much more unique. In the days that followed, the media would facilitate a back and forth battle between the people calling for...
The 1978 Clarenville UFO Sighting - 2 - Discussion
April 12, 2017 00:52 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBIn this follow up episode, the amazing details of the 1978 Clarenville, Newfoundland UFO Sighting will be discussed with fellow UFO enthusiasts. In the first segment, we will be joined by Alejandro Rojas (Openminds.tv editor) and Martin Willis (PodcastUFO host). Concluding the episode, We will hear from Chris Rutkowski (UFOlogy research) who will provide his thoughts on what Jim Blackwood may have seen that night. Links: The 1978 Clarenville UFO Sighting - Part 1 - https://www.nighttimepo...
The 1978 Clarenville UFO Sighting - 1 - Jim Blackwood's Account
April 01, 2017 20:42 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBWhen Clarenville RCMP Constable Jim Blackwood responded to a report of an unusual object in the sky, he expected it to be the next in a series of recent reports all of which resulted in nothing more than a confused citizen describing a vague light. However, When he arrived to the scene to find a group of mystified witnesses viewing the still clearly visible object with binoculars, he knew this report was unique. The incredible events which unfolded during the roughly two hour long sighting ...
My Bloody Valentine - 2 - Discussion with True Crime Garage
February 13, 2017 17:00 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBMy Bloody Valentine is a 1981 horror film show in Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia. The film tells the story of a fictional mining community in which a group of towns people hold a Valentine's Day dance only to incur the vengeful wrath of a maniac in mining gear. In this episode I will be joined by Nik and Captain (hosts of True Crime Garage) to discuss the film, the genre, and their show True Crime Garage. This episode will conclude with a performance of 'The Ballad of Harry Warden' performed by ...
My Bloody Valentine - 1 - George Mihalka and Paul Kelman
February 02, 2017 21:20 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBMy Bloody Valentine is a 1981 Canadian horror movie filmed in Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia. The film tells the story of a fictional mining community where a group of teenagers hold a Valentine's Day dance only to incur the vengeful wrath of a maniac in mining gear. My Bloody Valentine has since become a cult classic and is considered among the finest examples of the slasher genre alongside it's more well known contemporaries 'Friday the 13th' and 'Halloween'. In this episode we will look back ...
Haunted Halifax - with Steve Vernon
October 29, 2016 17:27 - 44 minutesOn a dark and stormy night, I joined local author/storyteller Steve Vernon on a tour of Halifax, Nova Scotia's most haunted locations. In this Halloween special, I take you along for the ride with us to The Halifax Citadel, the old Spring Garden Road Library, Shirreff Hall, Halifax Club, and The Ashburn Golf Club. As we stopped at the storied locations, Steve shared excerpts from his book 'Halifax Haunts'. You can find Steve Vernon at https://goo.gl/JGUHaq Buy 'Halifax Haunts' at https://goo....
The Shag Harbour UFO Incident - 3 - Exposing the Mystery (live in Halifax with Chris Styles)
July 14, 2016 22:04 - 34 minutesIt's 1967, seventeen year old Laurie Wickins and a car full of friends witnessed a series of lights travelling just above the tree line. While in clear view of the witnesses, the object appeared to descend sharply ultimately crashing into the dark waters of Shag Harbour. When Laurie phoned the RCMP to report what he thought to be a downed aircraft, he was met with doubt, but when five similar reports quickly follow every RCMP officer in the area is dispatched to Shag Harbour’s shoreline. As t...
The Shag Harbour UFO Incident - 2 - Discussion with Generation Why
July 13, 2016 23:13 - 42 minutesIn this Follow up episode I am joined by Justin and Aaron, hosts of the popular Generation Why Podcast. During our conversation we provide our thoughts on the Shag Harbour Incident, discuss the UFO phenomena in general, and listen to the recorded testimony of Laurie Wickins, a key Shag Harbour Witness, which I recorded during our recent meeting at a Tim Horton's Coffee Shop. Contact: Website: https://www.nighttimepodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/NightTimePod Facebook: https://www.face...
The Shag Harbour UFO Incident - 1 - The Event
June 28, 2016 22:00 - 41 minutesIt's 1967, seventeen year old Laurie Wickins and a car full of friends witness a series of lights travelling at a low altitude just above the tree line. As the lights travel along with the car, the object appears to descend sharply; crashing into the dark waters of Shag Harbour. When Laurie phones the RCMP to report what he believes to be a downed aircraft, he was asked if he had been drinking, but when five similar reports come in from other area residents every RCMP officer in the area is d...
David Blankenship, Oak Island Royalty
April 03, 2016 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB**Part one and two of this series are no longer available, however aren't necessary to enjoy this episode** The father/son team of Dan and David Blankenship have been unravelling Oak Island's secrets since the mid 1960's. Throughout the Blankenship's 50+ year search, David worked side by side with his dad during the many events and accomplishments that have since become almost mythical. This episode includes a candid interview with the wonderfully unrefined David Blankenship. Tune in and h...
An Update to Tim Hortons Jesus
February 20, 2016 05:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBOn a past Nighttime episode ‘Tim Hortons, a Collection of Strange Events’, I shared several bizarre stories set in the popular coffee shop. In this update episode, we revisit the stranger than fiction story of Jesus Christ’s appearance on a Tim Hortons restaurant on Cape Breton Island. Our updates concern an alternative origin story of Jesus’ arrival to the building as well as the present status of the holy site. Links Original episode - https://www.nighttimepodcast.com/episodes/timhorton...
Tim Hortons (a collection of strange events)
February 19, 2016 23:21 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBTim Hortons Coffee Shop undoubtedly plays a role in the lives of many Canadians. That said, Canadians can be strange and Tim Hortons can be a strange place. This episode sets out to prove it. In this episode, Nighttime will present a collection of stranger than fiction true stories that have taken place in our beloved Timmies. Including guests: former Finance Minister Graham Steele, K* (the Halifax resident convicted in the infamous 15 timbit scheme) and two Night Time Podcast listeners all...
The 2014 Kensington PEI UFO Sighting
January 20, 2016 22:51 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBWhen Moncton resident John Sheppard arrived at The Twin Shores Campground near Kensington PEI, he never would have imagined he would be avoiding one of the worst mass murders in his province's history and stepping into an entirely different battle ground he hardly knew existed. While putting out the bonfire late in the evening of June 4, 2014, John witnessed unusual lights in the sky over the Gulf of Saint Lawrence and captured 22 minutes of it on his cellphone. When CBC covered John's expe...
The Bayers Lake Mystery Walls
November 21, 2015 04:43 - 46 minutesShrouded in mystery and only footsteps from a major business park in Halifax, Nova Scotia, The Bayer's Lake Mystery Walls are an unexplained archaeological site comprised of several stone structures of uncertain age, use, and origin. This show will provide a description of the site, its history since it came into the public eye 25 years ago and will include discussions with the major players involved in the modern history of the site. Including: Jack MacNab, who brought the site into the pub...
The Sydney River McDonald's Murders - 3 - The Trials
November 17, 2015 22:02 - 51 minutes**this is a remastered and expanded version of a series released in 2016** Sydney, Nova Scotia, 1992 When 18 year old McDonald's employee Derek Wood finished his shift, he lingered for a time in the closed restaurant before exiting. Unknown to the staff remaining to complete their nightly tasks, Derek had propped open a basement door and in a matter of moments he would return with two friends armed with knives, a shovel, and a gun. The resulting robbery gone wrong will lead to a mass murder ...
The Sydney River McDonald's Murders - 2 - The Investigation
November 16, 2015 15:54 - 49 minutes**this is a remastered and expanded version of a series released in 2016** Sydney, Nova Scotia, 1992 When 18 year old McDonald's employee Derek Wood finished his shift, he lingered for a time in the closed restaurant before exiting. Unknown to the staff remaining to complete their nightly tasks, Derek had propped open a basement door and in a matter of moments he would return with two friends armed with knives, a shovel, and a gun. The resulting robbery gone wrong will lead to a mass murder ...
The Sydney River McDonald's Murders - 1 - The Crime
November 15, 2015 15:34 - 46 minutes**this is a remastered and expanded version of a series released in 2016** Sydney, Nova Scotia, 1992 When 18 year old McDonald's employee Derek Wood finished his shift, he lingered for a time in the closed restaurant before exiting. Unknown to the staff remaining to complete their nightly tasks, Derek had propped open a basement door and in a matter of moments he would return with two friends armed with knives, a shovel, and a gun. The resulting robbery gone wrong will lead to a mass murder ...
Nighttime Podcast Trailer
October 30, 2015 06:45 - 1 minuteWebsite: https://www.nighttimepodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/NightTimePod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NightTimePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nighttimepod Email: [email protected] Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/nighttimepodcast Premium Feed: https://www.patreon.com/Nighttimepodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to the Nighttime Podcast
October 30, 2015 00:05 - 5 minutes - 4.98 MBThe Night Time Podcast covers Canadian true crime, mysteries and weird and wonderful people, places, and events. In this introductory episode I'll tell you a bit about the show and recommend some starting points. Contact: Website: https://www.nighttimepodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NightTimePod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NightTimePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nighttimepod Email: [email protected] To support the show please visit https://www.patreo...