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Coast Files

Welcome to Coast Files! A podcast where three best friends dive deep into the mysteries of the sea, unravel oceanic secrets, and delve into true crime stories lurking beneath the waves. Let"s dive in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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53:17

CHILLING CRUISE SHIPS: Merrian Carver

Coast Files ·

2026/02/25

In 2004 Merrian Carver would board a Celebrity Cruise ship called Mercury and head to Alaska for a week of adventure - only that didn’t happen. Merrian would not be seen again after one day. What would follow would be maddening behaviour from the cruise line, suspicious actions from the ones in charge, and more questions than answers.Listen in as we try to figure out what happened to Merrian Carver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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ISLAND MYSTERY: North Sentinel Island

Coast Files ·

2026/02/18

In the remote waters of the Bay of Bengal sits North Sentinel Island—home to the Sentinelese, a tribe that has resisted all contact with the outside world for thousands of years. Despite strict protection laws and deadly warnings, explorers, missionaries, and thrill-seekers have repeatedly attempted to reach the island, often with deadly consequences. This episode of Coast Files examines colonial invasion, the devastating impact outsiders can bring, and the haunting story of a man who believed it

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54:26

TOP SECRET: Project Azorian

Coast Files ·

2026/02/11

In this episode, Chantel tells us an unbelievable true story that starts with a missing Soviet submarine and quickly turns into a high-stakes, top-secret mission with cutting-edge technology, and one very unexpected billionaire. With spy ships circling, tensions rising, and a race against time to reach the bottom of the ocean, this story will have you on the edge of your seat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:32:00

100th Episode Special

Coast Files ·

2026/02/04

In this special anniversary episode, Chantel, Lindsay, and Meghan celebrate a huge milestone by testing each other’s memories, revisiting some of the wildest stories from the archives, and blurring the line between fact and fiction. Play along at home with our Were You Listening? trivia, then put your instincts to the test with Real or Reel. This episode is part celebration, part chaos, and 100% Coast Files. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:04:53

SPREE KILLER: Justin Bourque

Coast Files ·

2026/01/28

Canada is known for being safe—especially when it comes to gun violence. That’s why what happened in Moncton, New Brunswick in June 2014 shook the country to its core.On a warm summer evening, a heavily armed man dressed head-to-toe in camouflage walked out of a trailer park and into the woods. Within an hour, three RCMP officers would be dead, two more wounded, and an entire city placed under lockdown.This is the story of the Moncton RCMP shootings: a case marked by missed warning signs, escalating

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1:00:31

TOP SECRET: U-505

Coast Files ·

2026/01/21

Sweaty sailors, secret codes, and a submarine that refused to sink. Join us as we unravel the wild true story of U-505—the risky mission that brought it back from the depths, helped change the course of WWII, and left it in one very unexpected place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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58:09

DEEP DIVE: The Dolphin Files

Coast Files ·

2026/01/14

This week, Chantel tackles one of the ocean’s most misunderstood creatures: dolphins. From their surprising evolutionary origins to the wildly diverse, intelligent, and sometimes bizarre, species found in oceans and rivers around the world, the episode explores the good, the bad, and the truly unhinged sides of dolphin behavior. We wrap it up with a shocking Cold War–era experiment involving NASA and dolphins, leaving you to rethink everything you thought you knew about the ocean’s most famous

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50:18

OCEAN MYSTERY: La Méduse

Coast Files ·

2026/01/07

In 1816, the French frigate La Méduse ran aground off the coast of West Africa after its wildly unqualified captain ignored experienced sailors and common sense. When lifeboats proved scarce, the elite sailed away—leaving 146 men and one woman behind on a makeshift raft built for cargo, not humans. What followed was nearly two weeks of starvation, violence, madness, and cannibalism on the open sea. Their suffering would later be immortalized in one of the most haunting paintings in history, The Raft

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35:58

TRIVIA: New Year, New Moon

Coast Files ·

2025/12/31

For this special New Year's Eve episode, the ladies have a fun trivia challenge all about the moon! Inspired by a recent case involving high tides - a lunar phenomenon, we discovered we may not know as much about our moon as we thought! Join us as we change that and welcome in 2026! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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31:31

CHRISTMAS MIRACLE: The SS Meredith Victory

Coast Files ·

2025/12/24

This week, Lindsay tells us the incredible story of the Ship of Miracles, the SS Meredith Victory. During the Korean War, the brutal battle of the Chosin Reservoir left thousands of civilians stranded. The SS Meredith Victory and its crew did the impossible, loading the ship well beyond its capacity and delivering a true Christmas Miracle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:04:09

LAKE MYSTERY: The Lost Christmas Tree Ship, the Rouse...

Coast Files ·

2025/12/17

In this episode, Lindsay tells the story of the Christmas Tree Ship, a schooner named the Rouse Simmons. Known for bringing thousands of Christmas trees from Michigan to Chicago, the ship’s captain, Herman Schuenemann, affectionately called “Captain Santa” became a beloved figure for his generosity and holiday spirit. In November 1912, the ship vanished during a violent Great Lakes storm, never reaching port. We explore the ship’s final voyage, the mystery surrounding its sinking, and the

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42:08

SHALLOW DIVES: Water Phenomena

Coast Files ·

2025/12/10

In this episode, Chantel takes us on a whirlwind tour of strange and fascinating natural phenomena from around the world. From Argentina’s mysterious rotating “Eye” island, to Venezuela’s nightly Catatumbo lightning storms, to Peru’s deadly boiling river, and finally Minnesota’s baffling Devil’s Kettle waterfall, the team explores how intense and beautiful nature can be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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58:24

Episode 91: URBAN LEGENDS - Niagara's Screaming...

Coast Files ·

2025/12/03

We're kicking off December with a deep dive into eerie urban legends from Ontario to Connecticut. Megan explores the chilling stories behind Niagara’s Screaming Tunnel and the notoriously haunted Blue Ghost Tunnel, where tragic history and whispered tales blend into something terrifying. Lindsay takes us to Mystic Bay, home of the bizarre and terrifying Pigman — a cryptid wrapped in rumor, folklore, and unsettling eyewitness accounts. Chantel closes us out with the haunting tale of the Hermit of

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7:46

Thanksgiving Thank You!

Coast Files ·

2025/11/27

Happy American Thanksgiving! We’re so grateful for every one of our listeners who tune in, share our episodes, and support us. Your enthusiasm keeps us inspired week after week. And a very special thank-you to those who have donated over the past year on Ko-Fi—your generosity means the world to us and helps keep this show going, and we want to take this opportunity to give you a personal shout-out. We truly couldn’t do it without you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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53:06

PARANORMAL: Glamis Castle

Coast Files ·

2025/11/26

This week, Meghan takes us into the eerie history and chilling legend of Scotland’s Glamis Castle—one of the most storied and allegedly haunted castles in the country. From the ghostly page boy and the cursed Earl who gambled with the devil, to the serene Lady in White believed to be Janet Douglas, the castle’s past is as haunting as it is fascinating. If you weren't quite ready to say goodbye to spooky season before the holidays begin, this episode is for you! Hosted on Acast. See

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49:53

TRUE CRIME: The High Tide Heist

Coast Files ·

2025/11/19

This week, we start with some interesting facts about tides. Then Lindsay shares a true story where the tide plays a crucial role in stopping a group of criminals determined to steal one of the most valuable diamonds in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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50:04

CREEPY LAKE: Lake Lanier

Coast Files ·

2025/11/12

This week, Chantel dives deep into the chilling past of Georgia’s Lake Lanier — a manmade lake with a dark and disturbing history. Beneath its waters lies the forgotten town of Oscarville, where racial violence and tragedy paved the way for one of the most haunted lakes in America. From eerie legends like the Lady of the Lake to mysterious drownings and ghostly encounters, you won't want to miss this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:02:44

GROUP EPISODE: Boating Accidents

Coast Files ·

2025/11/05

In this special group episode, Chantel, Meghan, and Lindsay dive into true stories of boating accidents that turned deadly. From Georgia’s infamous Lake Lanier and its haunting history to a shocking collision involving millionaire Kevin O’Leary, and finally, a husband’s sinister secret off the California coast, the team explores how calm waters can hide dark truths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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52:38

DEEP DIVE: Halloween History

Coast Files ·

2025/10/29

Did you know that modern-day Halloween began in Ireland? In this episode, Meghan takes us through the fascinating history of how this ancient Celtic festival transformed over time. From its Pagan roots to the influence of Christianity, we’ll explore how centuries of cultural blending shaped the Halloween traditions we know today—and how the holiday has continued to evolve over the last 200 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:13:22

SERIAL KILLER - The Infamous H.H. Holmes, America's...

Coast Files ·

2025/10/22

As we approach Halloween, Lindsay covers one of the most sinister cases in American history - serial killer, H.H. Holmes. During Chicago's World's Fair of 1893, Holmes used his charisma to lure his victims through insurance fraud and by creating his own three-story labyrinth of terror, later known as the Murder Castle. How many lives did he take? Did he really bury one of his victims in Lake Michigan? Listen in this week as we dive into this disturbing tale... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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