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Canadian Creepies

Welcome to Canadian Creepies—the podcast that digs into the dark corners of Canada’s past and present. Your hosts Valerie, Ali, Amanda Joy ( host of Down the Crooked Path), and sometimes Kyle explore the true crime cases that haunt us, the paranormal encounters that make us question what’s real, and the unsettling folklore that lingers just out of sight.

From cults to cold cases, ghosts to government cover-ups, we don’t just tell the stories—we ask why they still matter.

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062 The Barbara Stoppel Case Part 03

April 09, 2026 • Canadian Creepies • Season 2 • Episode 62

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As the case against Thomas Sophonow begins to unravel, another name comes into focus—one that was present from the very beginning.

In this episode, we examine the man who slipped through the cracks.

From early warning signs and escalating violence to repeated police contact that led nowhere, the pieces were there. They just weren’t put together.

We also explore how investigative tunnel vision, flawed procedures, and missed opportunities allowed the real suspect to remain free—while an innocent man was pursued instead.

Because sometimes the truth isn’t hidden.
It’s overlooked.

✨ This episode also highlights the work of Niagara Reproductive Justice (NRJ)— Learn more or support their work by visiting their social media or emailing niagarareproductivejustice@gmail.com.

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Edited by Kyle McDonnell