Crime Writers of Canada's Podcast
A bi-weekly podcast by a national professional association for mystery and crime writers in Canada.
Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) is a national non-profit organization for Canadian mystery and crime writers, associated professionals, and others with a serious interest in Canadian crime writing. Our mission is to promote Canadian crime writing and to raise the profile of Canadian crime writers with readers, reviewers, librarians, booksellers, and media.
Hosted by Erik D'Souza
Episodes
129 episodes
Barbara Fradkin is nominated for Best Crime Short Story
Erik D’Souza interviews Barbara Fradkin about the nomination of her story, Cold Shock, which appears in A Capital Mystery Anthology, published by Ottawa Press and Publishing. They explored Barbara's fascination with why ordina...
M.H. Callway, nominee for Best Crime Short Story
Erik D’Souza interviews Madeleine Harris-Callway, discussing her nomination for the story, The Lost Diner (published in Pulp Literature issue 47) in the Best Crime Short Stories category, sponsored by Crime Writers of Canada. Madeleine explains...
Iona Whishaw, a nominee for The Whodunit Award
Erik D'Souza interviews Iona Whishaw, whose novel, The Cost of a Hostage (Published by TouchWood Editions), is nominated for the Whodunit Award for Best Traditional Mystery, sponsored by Jane Doe. They discuss her Lane Winslow mystery series se...
Lis Angus is nominated for Best Crime Novel Set in Canada and Best Crime Short Story
Erik D’Souza interviews Lis Angus, who is nominated for two awards. Her novel, That Other Family (published by Next Chapter), is nominated for Best Crime Novel Set in Canada, sponsored by Shaftesbury. And her story, Under the Circu...
John L. Hill’s book Acts of Darkness is nominated for the Brass Knuckles Award
Erik D'Souza interviews John L. Hill about his nominated book, Acts of Darkness, Notorious Criminals, Their Defenders, Prosecutors, and Jailers (Published by Durvile & UpRoute), which is nominated for The Brass Knuckles Award for B...
Joel Nedecky, Nominated for Best Crime First Novel
Joel Nedecky is nominated for Best Crime First Novel, sponsored by Melodie Campbell, with a $1000 prize. Erik D'Souza interviews Joel Nedecky, a Winnipeg school teacher and author of The Broken Detective (published by Run A...
Robert Cree with Therese Greenwood, Nominated for Brass Knuckles Award
Robert Cree and Therese Greenwood's book, The Many Names of Robert Cree: How a First Nations Chief, Brought Ancient Wisdom to Big Business and Prosperity to His People (Published by ECW Press), is nominated for The Brass Knuckles Aw...
David L. Tucker, Nominee for Best Crime First Novel
In this podcast, Erik D’Souza interviews David L. Tucker, a nominee for Best Crime First Novel, sponsored by Melodie Campbell, for his debut crime novel, A Painting to Die For (published by Otter & Osprey Press). David explains how...
Jack David, co-founder of ECW Press
Erik D’Souza interviews Jack David, co-founder of ECW Press, a Canadian book publisher founded in 1974 that has published over 2,000 books across various genres, including fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Jack discusses the importance of good w...
Jennifer Hillier, Canadian Guest of Honour at Bouchercon 2026 in Calgary
In this podcast, Erik D’Souza interviews Jennifer Hillier, the Canadian Guest of Honour at Bouchercon 2026 in Calgary, to discuss her writing and upcoming book. Jennifer discusses her award-winning novel, Things We Do in the Dark, whic...
Mark Greaney, American Guest of Honour at Bouchercon 2026 in Calgary
In this podcast, Erik D’Souza talks with Mark Graney, the American Guest of Honor for Bouchercon 2026 in Calgary. It focused on his writing career and experience with the conference. Mark discussed his process for writing lengthy thrillers, inc...
Vicki Delany: Cozy Guest of Honour at Bouchercon 2026 in Calgary
Erik D’Souza interviews Vicki Delany as part of the Bouchercon series podcasts. The discussion covers Vicki's creative process and her approach to series longevity, particularly her decision to introduce a new protagonist in the Lighthouse Libr...
Kevin Sands, Kid’s Guest of Honour at Bouchercon 2026 in Calgary
Erik D'Souza interviews Kevin Sands, author of the Blackthorn Key Adventures and Thieves of Shadow Fantasy Heist series, as part of the Bouchercon series podcast. Kevin discusses his journey from theoretical physics and various careers to becom...
Louise Penny, Lifetime Achievement Guest of Honour at Bouchercon 2026 in Calgary
In this special edition podcast interview for Bouchercon, Erik D'Souza speaks with Louise Penny, the Lifetime Achievement Guest of Honour, about her career and Canadian crime writing. They explore the growing international recognition of Canadi...
Pamela McDowell: Chair of the Local Organizing Committee for Bouchercon 2026 in Calgary
In this podcast, we discuss BoucherCon 2026, the mystery and crime fiction convention in Calgary, with the Chair of the Local Organizing Committee, Pamela McDowell. The convention, which runs from October 21-25, will feature 1,500 attendees, in...
William Wodhams, Thirty Feet Under
William Wodhams lives in Vancouver with his wife and an ill-behaved dog. His first novel, Declan Tucker's Grand Debut, was published in December 2024. His second novel, Thirty Feet Under, was named a finalist for the Crime Writers of Canada Bes...
Hope Thompson, Dark Thoughts and Other Stories
In this podcast, Hope Thompson discusses her short story collection Dark Thoughts and Other Stories, which blends noir elements with character-driven narratives. Hope explained her transition from theater and screenwriting to crime fic...
G.D. Stickles, Purging of Paradise
G.D. Stickles is the pen name for Gary Stickles, who grew up in a small town near Niagara Falls. Over the years, he has pursued diverse professional roles, including hospitality worker, accountant, restaurateur, copywriter, and copy edito...
Alan R. Warren, Peace, Love, and Murder: The Charles Manson Story
ALAN R. WARREN is a Bestselling Author, producer and lead host of the popular radio shows House of Mystery and Inside Writing, both heard on 106.5 F.M. Los Angeles/102.3 F.M. Riverside/ 1050 A.M. Palm Springs/ 540 A.M. KYAH Sa...
Laurie McLure, In The Dark Shadows
Laurie McLure has a passion for crime fiction and for those who read it, write it, edit, and publish it. Laurie garnered significant experience throughout her career in government and while working and volunteering with a variety of not-for-pro...
Tony Berryman, On Borrowed Time
Tony writes mysteries and thrillers, two fingers at a time. His first massage therapy thriller,
Juanita R. Violini, The Mystery Bones Method Diagrams
Juanita R. Violini is a mystery creator and author known for her long career crafting interactive whodunits and exploring the strange edges of reality. For nearly two decades, she produced live murder‑mystery events in Vancouver, an experience ...
Angela van Breemen, Revenge is Not Enough
Angela van Breemen is a graduate of the University of Guelph with a degree in management economics and was a co-owner of a dental supply company. After the company was sold, she turned her focus to writing, music, and volunteering her time at P...
Dawn Rodger, Scattered Garbage
Dawn Rodger grew up in Scarborough in the 1980s during Paul Bernardo's rampage. She is also a trauma survivor from domestic violence and narcissistic abuse.She has a BMUS from the University of Western Ontario, and a BEd from the Univers...
Joel Nedecky. The Broken Detective
Winnipeg author Joel Nedecky has always loved stories, yet most of his childhood was spent playing hockey. It wasn’t until university that he discovered a passion for all types of fiction. In 2023, his novel, The Broken Detective, was ...
