Rooted in Crime

Ep 6 - MMIWG: The Murder of Rosalie

In 1889, a chilling murder shook Calgary, Alberta. Rosalie, an Indigenous teenager, met a tragic end in the Turf Club saloon, at the hands of William Fisk, who was known as 'Jumbo.' The brutal murder sent shockwaves through the town, but it reflected the grim reality of the time when violence against Indigenous people was systemically perpetuated. Fisk faced trial for Rosalie's murder, a case that carried the weight of proving the value of her life, equal to any other. This episode is being released in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. Please see below for additional resources.  DIsclaimer: This episode contains descriptions of violence towards an Indigenous teenager. Please take care when listening.  Learn about the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: * What is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation? [https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1631130192216/1631130220404] * Ways to recognize and participate [https://www.amnesty.ca/activism-guide/reflect-and-act-on-truth-and-reconciliation-day/?gclid=CjwKCAjwgsqoBhBNEiwAwe5w06WgdKJqOYe5z8UJjP8nsn3zyRJHvYADvB6NIkT82zgSAAe3RwzfBBoCBGkQAvD_BwE] in Truth and Reconciliation * Detailed resource guide [https://downiewenjack.ca/recommended-resources/] for continued learning Tune in every other week for new episodes. Your support for the podcast means so much to us. You can subscribe and review us on your favourite podcast listening apps, and support us at patreon.com/rootedincrime [http://patreon.com/rootedincrime]. You can stay updated by following Rooted in Crime on Instagram, @rootedincrime [http://instagram.com/rootedincrime]. For show notes, the recording transcript, and source information, you can visit rootedgenealogy.com/show-notes [http://rootedgenealogy.com/show-notes] Credits: Research, writing, hosting, editing, and production: Lauryn Macdonald Hosting: Nima Hodoudi Music: Lindsay Macdonald Rooted in Crime is an independent production.  Support the show [http://patreon.com/RootedinCrime]

Ep 5 - Dr. Robert Telford and the Death of Hattie Bowell

Hosts Lauryn and Nima journey back to early 20th-century Vancouver, British Columbia, to explore a compelling case that involves a sensitive topic: abortion. Dr. Robert Telford, a respected physician, faced a moral dilemma in 1904 when Hattie Bowell, a young, unmarried woman, sought his help. Despite performing an abortion in her best interest, a septic infection tragically claimed Hattie's life. Dr. Telford's actions put his professional standing at risk as he grappled with the legal consequences. Join us as we delve into the complex history of Dr. Robert Telford and the life-altering consequences of his choices in a bygone era. Tune in every other week for new episodes. Your support for the podcast means so much to us. You can subscribe and review us on your favourite podcast listening apps, and support us at patreon.com/rootedincrime [http://patreon.com/rootedincrime]. You can stay updated by following Rooted in Crime on Instagram, @rootedincrime [http://instagram.com/rootedincrime]. For show notes, the recording transcript, and source information, you can visit rootedgenealogy.com/show-notes [http://rootedgenealogy.com/show-notes] Credits: Research, writing, hosting, editing, and production: Lauryn Macdonald Hosting: Nima Hodoudi Music: Lindsay Macdonald Rooted in Crime is an independent production.  Support the show [http://patreon.com/RootedinCrime]

Ep 4 - The Unsolved Murder of Daniel Tessier

Hosts Lauryn and Nima uncover the perplexing case of Daniel Tessier, a seemingly forgotten story of murder, family, and unanswered questions. In the fading township of Dalton Mills, Ontario, the year 1946 saw tensions rise as illicit fur poachers clashed with regulated trappers, forcing Dan to make a fateful choice between his livelihood and his community. Beyond the surface of feuding bushmen lies a web of lethal family secrets, waiting to be unraveled. With the passage of time, the unsolved case sheds light on the enduring consequences of trauma and the mesmerizing pull of an unresolved mystery. Tune in every other week for new episodes. Your support for the podcast means so much to us. You can subscribe and review us on your favourite podcast listening apps, and support us at patreon.com/rootedincrime [http://patreon.com/rootedincrime]. You can stay updated by following Rooted in Crime on Instagram, @rootedincrime [http://instagram.com/rootedincrime]. For show notes, the recording transcript, and source information, you can visit rootedgenealogy.com/show-notes [http://rootedgenealogy.com/show-notes] Credits: Research, writing, hosting, editing, and production: Lauryn Macdonald Hosting: Nima Hodoudi Music: Lindsay Macdonald Rooted in Crime is an independent production.  Support the show [http://patreon.com/RootedinCrime]

Ep 3 - The Stanley Park Babes in the Woods Murders Part 2

In part two of this episode, hosts Lauryn and Nima discuss the DNA breakthrough in the Stanley Park Babes in the Woods murder case. By the 1990s, DNA technology had become sophisticated enough to give investigators the clues they were looking for. It would take the powerful new investigative technique, genetic genealogy, to finally give the Babes their names. Find out who the children were, the police's theory as to who the killer was, and what Lauryn and Nima think of it all. Find out more information about genetic genealogy and how to start your family tree [https://www.rootedgenealogy.com/blog/how-to-start-building-your-family-tree]. Tune in every other week for new episodes. Your support for the podcast means so much to us. You can subscribe and review us on your favourite podcast listening apps, and support us at patreon.com/rootedincrime [http://patreon.com/rootedincrime]. You can stay updated by following Rooted in Crime on Instagram, @rootedincrime [http://instagram.com/rootedincrime]. Special thanks to Lindsay Macdonald (@lindsaymacdonaldmusic) for recording and producing our intro and transition music. For show notes, the recording transcript, and source information, you can visit rootedgenealogy.com/show-notes [http://rootedgenealogy.com/show-notes] Support the show [http://patreon.com/RootedinCrime]

Ep 3 - The Stanley Park Babes in the Woods Murders Part 1

In part one of this episode, hosts Lauryn and Nima discuss the Stanley Park Babes in the Woods murders, an unsolved case that haunted Vancouver for over seven decades. Join us as we follow the painstaking police investigation from 1953, revealing the challenges they faced in identifying the victims and the alleged perpetrator responsible for this crime over the first 3 decades of the investigation.  Tune in every other week for new episodes. Your support for the podcast means so much to us. You can subscribe and review us on your favourite podcast listening apps, and support us at patreon.com/rootedincrime [http://patreon.com/rootedincrime]. You can stay updated by following Rooted in Crime on Instagram, @rootedincrime [http://instagram.com/rootedincrime]. Special thanks to Lindsay Macdonald (@lindsaymacdonaldmusic) for recording and producing our intro and transition music. For show notes, the recording transcript, and source information, you can visit rootedgenealogy.com/show-notes [http://rootedgenealogy.com/show-notes] Support the show [http://patreon.com/RootedinCrime]