Coast Files

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Coast Files episodes

August 20, 2025 PIRATES: The Golden Age of Piracy
Set sail on the high seas as we dive into the thrilling world of pirates! In this episode, we explore the history of piracy — from the golden age on the Caribbean waters to its surprising global reach. Meet the infamous Blackbeard, whose fearsome reputation struck terror into sailors, and discover the untold stories of legendary women pirates who defied the odds and carved their own place in maritime history. Adventure, danger, and rebellion await in this journey through the swashbuckling past.
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1 hr 2 min
August 13, 2025 CONSERVATION: Papahānaumokuākea - The Ocean’s Sacred Sanctuary
This week, we dive into the history, biodiversity, and political drama surrounding Papahānaumokuākea, the largest marine protected area in the world, and how it’s currently under threat from commercial fishing. From sea turtles and monk seals to shady loopholes and the “BBB”, we unpack what’s at stake and how you can help protect one of the most sacred and biodiverse places on Earth.
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54 min
August 06, 2025 SERIAL KILLER: Allan Legere
In the late 1980s, a small, quiet region of New Brunswick was gripped by fear as a ruthless killer turned the Miramichi area into his personal hunting ground. This episode dives deep into the chilling case of Allan Legere — a convicted murderer who escaped from custody and unleashed a reign of terror that left an entire community paralyzed. From the brutal killings to the largest manhunt in Canadian history, we unravel how one man’s violent spree changed the lives of Canadians forever. How did he evade capture for so long? And what finally brought his nightmare to an end?

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1 hr 1 min
July 30, 2025 DISASTER: The SS Atlantic
In the spring of 1873, the SS Atlantic was on its way to New York, bringing a ship full of immigrants looking to start a new life across the pond. When terrible weather put their fuel supply at risk, the captain decided to stop in Halifax, a decision he’d come to regret. Listen in this week as we learn about this tragic ship.
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59 min
July 23, 2025 SURVIVAL: The Franklin River Rescue
What began as a bucket-list rafting trip with friends through one of Tasmania’s wildest rivers turned into a high-stakes rescue that would test the limits of human endurance and medical ingenuity. In the unforgiving rapids of the Franklin River, a single misstep led to an intense 20-hour fight against nature. This is the story of resilience, teamwork, and survival where every second counted.

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1 hr 1 min
July 16, 2025 MURDERED: Thomas and Jackie Hawks
Tom and Jackie Hawks were living their dream retirement on their 55ft, totally outfitted yacht, sailing up and down the Pacific Coast. When the birth of their first grandson meant a big move back to the mainland they didn’t think twice about selling their boat to relocate. What they didn’t know is that they would trust the wrong people and it would be the biggest mistake of their lives.

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1 hr 4 min
July 09, 2025 SHARK WEEK
We have a special group episode for you in honour of Shark Week! We're a little ahead of schedule, but we're excited to bring you three shark stories today, from a string of shark attacks that changed views on sharks forever, to an incredible survivor story, finishing up with an incredible tale of a shark who actually saved a swimmer in an unexpected way. Tune in to hear all about it!
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1 hr 1 min
July 02, 2025 DISAPPEARED: Amelia Earhart
One of the most iconic women in history, Amelia Earhart, took her passion for flying to new heights (literally) by breaking records and trailblazing the aviation industry. Apart from being a renowned pilot, she was also a fashion designer and advocate for women's rights. On what would be her greatest flight to date, she and her co-pilot, Fred Noonan, mysteriously go missing in the Pacific Ocean. What happened to Amelia? Tune in this week as we learn more about her life and disappearance.
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1 hr 3 min
June 25, 2025 HAPPY PRIDE MONTH: The Shell-timate Episode
In this week’s episode, we shell-ebrate National Seashell Day with wild facts about ancient mollusks, self-repairing shells, and snail venom that is stronger than morphine! Also, in honour of Pride Month, we dive into the fabulous world of gender-bending fish, same-sex parents, and flatworms that duel with their junk. It's science all in the name of science!
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54 min
June 18, 2025 UNSOLVED MYSTERY: The Titanic Movie Poisoning
A group of talented people, led by an intense, but passionate ocean exploration enthusiast and filmmaker, breaks for lunch on the set of this podcast’s favourite film - The Titanic. What would start as a standard crew-catered lunch in the final weeks at their East Coast location would end in 80 hospitalizations, a police investigation, and a conga line.
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45 min

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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…