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Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime

Hi friends, we are Katie and Olivia! Podcast By Proxy is a Canadian True Crime Podcast hosted by former work besties who got new jobs but really missed working together. Every Tuesday, Katie and Olivia take turns telling a True Crime or History case in Canada in a conversational, banter style. Grab your nearest pillow to scream into and get ready to learn about the not so polite Canadians. If you are looking for your new true crime besties, you have found the right place! Follow

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49:41

Mary Steinhauser; BRITISH COLUMBIA

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/12/14

Mary Steinhauser was a social worker and prison classification officer at Matsqui Institution in June 1975, who was killed during a hostage-taking. Mary along with 13 other we held captive within their place of work for almost 2 days. Find out what happens to Mary and the other hostages with us now. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear

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59:56

Missing: Shannon Doh White & Naomi Onotera; BRITISH...

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/12/07

Shannon Doh White has been missing out of Kamloops, BC since November 1, 2021. She is 5’5”, 180 lbs with blonde hair, green eyes, fair skin, Medusa lip piercing, a tongue piercing and several large arm tattoos. If you have any information regarding Shannon’s disappearance please call Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000. Naomi Onotera has been missing out of Langley, BC since August 28, 2021. She is 5’9” tall, 150 lbs with long brown hair and brown eyes, last seen wearing black flared stretch pants, a

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44:47

École Polytechnique Massacre; QUEBEC

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/11/30

On December 6, 1989 a gunman entered École Polytechnique stating he was “fighting feminism” and opened fire. The massacre targeted women in the school over a 20 minute period of terror. The anniversary of the massacre has since been declared as the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women aka White Ribbon Day. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case

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01:15:30

Lynne Harper & Steven Truscott; ONTARIO

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/11/23

When 12 year old Lynne Harper went missing the police immediately suspected the last known for person she was with, 14 year old Steven Truscott. It took Steven over 50 years to prove his innocence, and the real murderer may never be caught. Today we cover the murder of Lynne Harper and the Trials of Steven Truscott. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't

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0:44

R v. Hart *Patreon Sneak Peek*

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/11/18

Want to hear Olivia educate Katie on R v. Hart. The full episode will be available November 25th, so head on over to PATREON to be the first to hear the rest of the story! Check out all the additional bonus content and perks to becoming a Patreon. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/podcastbyproxy?fan_landing=true xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Intro music made by: https://soundcloud.com/aiakos

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41:46

The Mad Trapper of Rat River Albert Johnson;...

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/11/16

Albert Johnson, also known as The Mad Trapper of Rat River, was a approached by local authorities due to a trapping dispute. This led to one of the biggest manhunts in the Northwest Territories and Yukon. The pursuit lasting more than a month and a shootout in which Johnson was fatally wounded on the Eagle River, Yukon. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we

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54:31

Krista and Karen Hart Part 2; NEWFOUNDLAND and LABRADOR

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/11/09

Audio is fixed! Finishing off last weeks story we follow the trials and appeals of Nelson Hart and ultimately the decision that led to case law in Canada known as “R.V. Hart”. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your thoughts. Intro music made by: https://soundcloud.com/aiakos Check out @truecrime_downyonder on social media and all

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01:28:16

Krista and Karen Hart Part 1; NEWFOUNDLAND and LABRADOR

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/11/02

Nelson Hart took his twin daughters to the park to play while their mom Jennifer got ready for the day. The girls didn’t make it home alive, and speculation about his involvement meant Nelson would end up being apart of one of the RCMP’s largest Mr. Big operations to date. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your thoughts. Intro music

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53:24

Taylor Jade Van Diest; ARMSTONG

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/10/26

On Halloween 2011, Taylor Van Diest was walking to meet her friends for what was to be their last year Trick r' Treating. While walking her normal path she would meet someone who had different plans for her evening. Dressed in a zombie costume Taylor was violently attacked and found facedown by friends and family. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't

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01:24:58

Gilbert Paul Jordan; VANCOUVER

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/10/19

Gilbert Paul Jordan aka “The Boozing Barber” was a Vancouver, BC serial killer active from 1965-1988. His weapon and victim choice made it particularly easy for him to evade police as long as he did. Today we discuss the nature of his crimes in depth as well as his many court cases and appeals. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your

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01:14:00

Jennifer Cusworth; KELOWNA

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/10/12

Jennifer Cusworth was 19 years old when she was found dead after leaving a house party in the early morning. The investigation into her death went cold for over 20 years but advances in DNA technology would eventually help solve her case. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your thoughts. Intro music made by:

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01:06:15

Nadine Machiskinic; SASKATCHEWAN

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/10/07

Nadine Machiskinic was an Indigenous woman found dead at the bottom of a laundry chute in a Regina, Saskatchewan hotel in January 2015. Her death was ultimately ruled accidental, however a review by Saskatchewan RCMP determined that the investigation into her sudden death did not meet professional policing standards in Canada. Listen to episode 42 as we discuss Nadine’s tragic death and the investigation that followed. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check

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49:21

Cédrika Provencher; QUEBEC

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/10/05

Cédrika Provencher was a 9 year old Canadian girl from Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada, who disappeared on 31 July 2007. Her disappearance resulted in one of the biggest police searches in Québec's history. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your thoughts. Intro music made by: https://soundcloud.com/aiakos Sources:

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13:01

Fast Facts with Katie - Weird Canadian Laws; BONUS...

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/10/04

Once again we are back with another round of weird Laws brought to you from Canada! As promised we will also introduce our new friend! 🦜 Thank you for the patience while we take a week off to celebrate Olivia, and recharge our batteries after a long few months! We love you and will be back this week on Tuesday AND Thursday with 2 new episodes! xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on

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54:39

Amber Hagerman; AMBER ALERT

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/09/21

The case that launched the AMBER Alert System. Amber Hagerman was only 9 years old when she was abducted while riding her bike and found murdered 4 days later. Her case launched what is now known as the AMBER Alert System for abducted children in the United States and globally. Listen as we discuss her case and how AMBER Alerts work in Canada today. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment

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46:03

Serial Killer Typology

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/09/14

We often hear the terms “Serial Killer” and “Serial Murder”, but what does that mean? In today’s episode, Olivia breaks down a popular Typology of Serial Killers with examples and compares it to that of the FBI’s serial killer classification system. We wanted to do something a bit different and light hearted, grab your pumpkin spiced latte and come join us for another episode of #podcastbyproxy xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to

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01:04:49

David Alexander Snow - The Cottage Killer; TORONTO

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/09/07

David Alexander Snow a.k.a “Cottage Killer” is considered one of the most notorious criminals in the history of Canada. He was infamously called the “House Hermit” in the earlier years because of the nature of his crimes. Join us as we follow David on his cross Canada reign of terror. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your thoughts.

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01:00:46

Mekayla Bali; SASK UNSOLVED

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/08/31

Mekayla Bali disappeared from her home town Yorkton, Saskatchewan on April 12, 2016. If you have any information regarding Mekayla’s whereabouts you are encouraged to contact Yorkton RCMP at 1-844-880-6518 or email RCMP.FBali.GRC@rcmp-grc.go.ca. You can also call the BC TIP line at 236-888-9172 or the SK TIP line at 306-641-9436. If you believe you see Mekayla in public please call 911. Thank you. xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to

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57:50

Ibi Roncaioli; ONTARIO Lotto Max 6/49

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/08/24

Ibi Roncaioli was found dead in her Vaughan, Ontario home in 2003. Her Husband was a wealthy doctor and she was a $5 million Lotto Max 6/49 winner. How could this have happened? Join us and find out! xo -K&O Rate, Review and Subscribe on the platforms of your choice. Check us out on Instagram to join in the discussions about the case! Comment on the case related post, we can't wait to hear your thoughts. Intro music made by: https://soundcloud.com/aiakos Sources:

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01:15:48

Dennis Nilsen; UK NETFLIX DOC

Podcast By Proxy: Canadian True Crime ·

2021/08/17

This weeks episode of podcast by proxy covers a synopsis of this case going into the release of the documentary “Memories of a Murderer: The Nilsen Tapes”. We will lay the ground work of what we know leading into the discovery of over 250 hours of never before published cassette tapes of Dennis Nilsen’s private recordings. You know we love a good Netflix documentary and couldn’t pass this one up! Be sure to check out @netflix @netflixca documentary titled Memories of a Murderer: The Nilsen Tapes

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