ParaGhoul Paranormal: Discoveries from the Dark

Canadian Legends + Monsters: The Mysterious Origins of the Banff Merman

What’s hiding in the shadows of Banff’s history?In this episode of ParaGhoul Paranormal, we dive into one of Canada’s strangest curiosities: the Banff Merman. Is it a genuine cryptid, a clever hoax, or just a bizarre piece of taxidermy art? We’ll explore the origins of this eerie figure, the folklore surrounding it, and why it continues to fascinate visitors to the Canadian Rockies.
From sideshow oddities to paranormal speculation, this story has it all: mystery, myth, and a dash of the macabre. Tune in and decide for yourself: is the Banff Merman a relic of the past or a creature of legend?
 
Want more real-life chills?Join us this October for YQR Haunts: Ghost Tour of Regina. It's a spine-tingling evening of haunted history, ghost stories, and local legends. Tickets include storytelling at four historic locations, a treat from Rebellion Brewing, and a Halloween surprise from a local vendor.
👉 Reserve your spot here: https://kdkulpa.com/events-and-guides/yqr-haunts-ghost-tour-of-regina/

Guest Appearance: Heather (aka HP Bayne) is back to talk writing, publishing, and ghost stories!

Paranormal mystery author HP Bayne returns to the show to talk about her latest release - sparked by a late-night scrolling rabbit hole - and how she weaves ghostly elements into crime fiction. We also dive into the ups and downs of self-publishing, writing series with supernatural twists, and why the paranormal continues to inspire her work. Whether you're a writer, reader, or just love a good ghost story, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.
Want to experience haunted history in person? Join us for the YQR Haunts: Ghost Tour of Regina, launching this fall! Visit https://kdkulpa.com/events-and-guides/yqr-haunts-ghost-tour-of-regina/ to grab your tickets and learn more.

Local Saskatchewan Haunts: Hidden Hauntings of Nipawin

In this episode, we head to northeastern Saskatchewan to explore the hidden hauntings of Nipawin—my hometown. From the eerie Crooked Bridge to ghostly legends surrounding the newer highway bridge, and even a few unexplained lights and UFO sightings in the surrounding fields, this episode blends local history with personal stories and mysterious encounters. Whether you're from the area or just love discovering small-town paranormal lore, Nipawin has more than a few secrets to share.
Want to experience haunted history in person? Join us for the YQR Haunts: Ghost Tour of Regina, launching this fall! Visit https://kdkulpa.com/events-and-guides/yqr-haunts-ghost-tour-of-regina/ to grab your tickets and learn more.

Haunted SK Listener Collection: Revisiting the St Louis Light with new theories

In this Haunted Saskatchewan Listener Collection episode, we return to one of the province’s most enduring legends: the St. Louis Ghost Light. After first covering the phenomenon in Season 1, two guests shared their own firsthand experiences. In this follow-up, we revisit the original lore, share new witness accounts, and explore fresh theories that might shed light on what’s really happening in the fields near St. Louis. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this episode invites you to take another look at a mystery that refuses to fade.
Have your own Saskatchewan ghost story to share? Submit it through the Haunted SK Listener Collection form at https://forms.gle/1Qho4Y5541qYmbZ3A for a chance to be featured in a future episode!

Canadian Legends + Monsters - Shag Harbour UFO

In this episode, we dive into one of Canada’s most compelling UFO mysteries—the 1967 Shag Harbour Incident. Was it a downed aircraft, a secret military operation, or something not of this world? Join me as we explore the official reports, eyewitness accounts, and lingering questions surrounding this strange event off the coast of Nova Scotia.
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Want more haunted history?   Visit https://kdkulpa.com/paraghoul-paranormal to explore past episodes or download your free copy of YQR Haunts: A Guide to Regina’s Ghosts.

Guest Appearance: Chatting Horror with Craig Davidson (aka Nick Cutter)

In this special guest episode, I sit down with author Craig Davidson, also known to horror fans as Nick Cutter, to talk about the art of storytelling. We dive into what first drew him to writing, the literary giants who inspired him, and his journey through the publishing world. Craig opens up about why he uses a pen name for his horror fiction, chats about the paranormal, and gives us a sneak peek at what he's working on next.
Whether you're a fan of horror or curious about the writing process, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
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Want more haunted history?   Visit https://kdkulpa.com/paraghoul-paranormal to explore past episodes or download your free copy of YQR Haunts: A Guide to Regina’s Ghosts.

Local Saskatchewan Haunt: Phantom Guests of Grant Hall Hotel

Explore the haunted history of Moose Jaw’s Grant Hall Hotel, from its 1920s origins and royal guests to ghostly encounters and eerie experiences during a 2022 visit.
Moved chairs, phantom alarms, and a mysterious orb photo - are these signs of lingering spirits or just the quirks of an old hotel?
Listen to the episode now to find out!
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Want more haunted history?   Visit https://kdkulpa.com/paraghoul-paranormal to explore past episodes or download your free copy of YQR Haunts: A Guide to Regina’s Ghosts.

Haunted SK Listener Collection - Stories from the old GMC Plant

In this season premiere of ParaGhoul Paranormal, we’re kicking off with a deep dive into one of Regina’s most iconic and eeriest landmarks: the old GMC Plant.
 
Once a booming automotive hub and later a wartime munitions factory, this building has lived many lives… and we could say, it still holds onto them.
 
From its roaring 1928 opening to its mysterious 2017 fire, we explore the plant’s rise, fall, and the ghost stories that have emerged from its long, shadowy history, including tales from the old CJTR radio station that once called it home.
 
Was it just the creaks of an old building… or something more?
 
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Want more haunted history?
 
Visit https://kdkulpa.com/paraghoul-paranormal to explore past episodes or download your free copy of YQR Haunts: A Guide to Regina’s Ghosts.