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Footsteps & Folklore

Footsteps & Folklore

Written by: Alex and Svea
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 Welcome to Footsteps & Folklore! A hiking podcast where hosts Alex and Svea take turns telling each other the stories behind the places they've adventured. It could be anything: from true crime, to people of interest, to folklore.Alex and Svea True Crime
Episodes
  • 10: The Babes in the Woods | The Tragic History of the Melancholy Mountain Hiking Trail

    10: The Babes in the Woods | The Tragic History of the Melancholy Mountain Hiking Trail
    Apr 6 2026

    Deep in the forests of Nova Scotia, the legend of Melancholy Mountain tells a chilling tale known as Babes in the Woods. In this episode, we explore the haunting story of children lost to the wilderness—and the eerie energy that still lingers there today.
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    31 mins
  • 9: Ghost Islands of Nova Scotia | The Dark History Behind St. Paul Island

    9: Ghost Islands of Nova Scotia | The Dark History Behind St. Paul Island
    Jan 5 2026

    We are back from our Holiday break! Today we dive into the dark and fascinating nautical history behind the Nova Scotia's most Northern point, St. Paul Island.
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    30 mins
  • 8: The History of Black Settlers in Delaps Cove | Delapse Cove Wilderness Area

    8: The History of Black Settlers in Delaps Cove | Delapse Cove Wilderness Area
    Dec 1 2025

    In this episode, we journey into the rugged beauty of Delaps Cove, a windswept stretch on Nova Scotia’s Bay of Fundy — and uncover a often overlooked chapter of Canadian history. Once home to a thriving Black community of nearly 70 people, Delaps Cove’s legacy is etched in its rock walls, old foundations, and the names carried through generations.
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    40 mins
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