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Blood on the Bluffs | Ontario Cold Cases - The Podcast

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Blood on the Bluffs | Ontario Cold Cases - The Podcast Blood on the Bluffs A man of science takes a fatal fall… or was he pushed? A Mick & Mack Mystery When celebrated geologist Dr. Clifford Baines is found dead at the base of the Scarborough Bluffs, the fall seems tragic—but accidental. That is, until Detectives Mick McCathie and Mack MacNeely uncover missing notes, a bitter land dispute, and a legend buried deep beneath the cliffside soil. As developers clash with environmentalists and rumors of Loyalist gold resurface, Mick and Mack find themselves chasing more than just a killer — they're unearthing secrets long hidden by stone, greed, and time itself. With sharp banter, a feisty birdwatcher who refuses to be interrogated, and a shovel full of misdirection, Blood on the Bluffs is a classic whodunnit with a very Canadian edge. Progress has a price. Some are willing to kill for it. Ontario Cold Cases - Canada’s True Crime Podcast, available wherever you listen to your favouri...

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Embeddable Player > Ontario Cold Cases - The Podcast Blood on the Axe: Uncovering the True Story of Billy the Axeman Uncover the chilling truth behind one of America's most infamous serial killers. Billy the Axeman's brutal crimes left a trail of terror across the Midwest and beyond, with families being brutally murdered in their homes. Join Jay Nicoll of Nicoll Investigations as he delves into the facts, theories, and investigations surrounding this cold case. From the gruesome crime scenes to the potential suspects, this podcast will take you on a journey into the darkest corners of human nature. Can you handle the horror of Billy the Axeman's crimes? Tune in to Ontario Cold Cases - Canada's True Crime Podcast to find out. Because every case deserves answers—and every victim deserves justice. Subscribe now to Ontario Cold Cases: Canada’s True Crime Podcast. Episodes available wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us for updates and more: @OntarioColdCases Ontario ...

Genetic Genealogy | Patreon

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Genetic Genealogy | Patreon Genetic Genealogy Genetic genealogy is a powerful tool that blends DNA testing with traditional genealogical research to uncover family history, identify biological relationships, and trace ancestral origins. It has transformed how we explore our roots, solve mysteries, and even crack cold criminal cases, as seen in the Christine Jessop case featured in Ontario Cold Cases – Canada’s True Crime Podcast. Below, I’ll explore what genetic genealogy is, how it works, its applications, and its significance, drawing on its role in the Jessop case while providing a broader understanding.  Because every case deserves answers—and every victim deserves justice. Subscribe now to Ontario Cold Cases: Canada’s True Crime Podcast. Episodes available wherever you get your podcasts. Sheila Hobeck, Founder and Partner at Kinalytic.com sheila.hobeck@kinalytic.com https://www.kinalytic.com Unraveling the Christine Jessop Mystery: A Story of Loss, Injustice, and Redemption Th...

Lynden, Ontario’s Lasting Mystery: The Murder of Audrey Gleave | Ontario Cold Cases - The Podcast

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Lynden, Ontario’s Lasting Mystery: The Murder of Audrey Gleave | Ontario Cold Cases - The Podcast Lynden, Ontario’s Lasting Mystery: The Murder of Audrey Gleave In the quiet rural haven of Lynden, Ontario, a chilling crime shattered the peace on December 30, 2010. Audrey Gleave—a brilliant, quirky 73-year-old retired science teacher—was found brutally stabbed to death in her own garage. No forced entry. Nothing stolen. Her loyal German Shepherds locked away, unable to protect her. The scene screamed calculation, rage, and a killer who vanished without a trace. Who could target a woman whose life was a tapestry of routine—weekly coffee meetups, bridge games, and a love for The Big Bang Theory? With a master’s degree in nuclear physics and a fiery spirit symbolized by her white Camaro, Audrey was a beloved enigma. Yet, someone knew her well enough to strike with savage precision. Join host Jay Nicoll of Nicoll Investigations on Ontario Cold Cases – Canada’s True Crime Podcast as he unrav...

Lynden, Ontario’s Lasting Mystery: The Murder of Audrey Gleave (Trailer) | Ontario Cold Cases - The Podcast

Lynden, Ontario’s Lasting Mystery: The Murder of Audrey Gleave (Trailer) | Ontario Cold Cases - The Podcast Lynden, Ontario’s Lasting Mystery: The Murder of Audrey Gleave This Sunday, June 15, on Ontario Cold Cases - Canada’s True Crime Podcast... prepare to step into a mystery that’s haunted a small town for over a decade. Lynden, Ontario—a quiet rural community where violence feels like a distant rumor. But on December 30, 2010, that peace was shattered. Audrey Gleave, a 73-year-old retired science teacher, was found brutally stabbed in her own garage. No forced entry. No stolen possessions. Her loyal German Shepherds locked away, unable to save her. Who could target a woman known for her quirky wit, her love of bridge, and her fiery red hair? Was it a stranger passing through, or someone who knew her routine all too well? Suspects emerged—a homeless man charged and released, a friend under scrutiny—but the truth slipped through every crack. I’m Jay Nicoll of Nicoll Investigations, a...

A Walk in the Woods: The Unsolved Case of Dr. Helen Davidson

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  A Walk in the Woods: The Unsolved Case of Dr. Helen Davidson On a cold November morning in 1966, a soldier stumbled upon a scene of unimaginable horror in the depths of Hodgemoor Wood, Buckinghamshire. In a secluded clearing, nearly a mile from an abandoned car, lay the brutalized body of Dr. Helen Davidson—a beloved physician whose face had been disfigured, her eyes forced back into their sockets. Beside her, in a heartrending act of devotion, stood her wire-haired terrier, Fancy, guarding her through the night. What began as a routine birdwatching walk for the respected Amersham doctor ended in a savage murder that would shock a community and defy explanation for decades. The attack was ferocious—a fatal blow to the head from a burned poplar branch, followed by a chilling aftermath of violence—yet no motive emerged. No robbery. No assault. Just a mystery as deep and dark as the woods themselves. Detective Chief Superintendent Jack "Razor" Williams led a relentless hunt fo...

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Embeddable Player > Ontario Cold Cases - The Podcast THE FINAL NAME
 A Mick & Mack Mystery
 Inspired by the unsolved 1962 murder of Julie Wolanski She thought she was going to a school exam. She never came home. Toronto, 1952.
 When sixteen-year-old Julie Wozniak vanishes after receiving a call from a man claiming to be a doctor with the Board of Education, Detectives Mick McCathie and Mack MacNeely are drawn into the most chilling case of their careers. The caller knew Julie’s name. Her school. Her academic record. And she’s not the only one. As Eve Whitmore uncovers whispers from deep inside the intelligence community and Johnny Chandler traces the trail to a long-forgotten name, Mick & Mack begin to see the terrible shape of the truth. This wasn’t a random crime. This was ritual. Calculated. And very familiar. A boarding house in North Toronto.
 A box of scarf fragments.
 A smile that never reaches the eyes. One man may hold the answers.
 But how many girls did he reach b...