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Canada, As I See It

Fireside Chat Club Of Canada

Germinating from my journals written over the last few years - this is my view of Canada. AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca

society & culture personal journals

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33:40

Theatre as you hear it - #1 - The Monkey's Paw

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/11/02

Today – something new.Today – an experiment. Today – I am telling you a story. I've been working on this for a while, and due to the electronic/computer issues I have been having lately, it is time. It expands a bit on what I did last with with The Halifax Explosion. Canada, as I see it is still a thing. In fact, I will be back next week, with a new episode. This week, I present to you: Theatre, as you hear it. Radio drama, that let's YOU create the picture in your mind. There will be more

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30:32

#88 - The Halifax Explosion

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/10/26

It was a challenging week.I had a computer meltdown. Everything was safe, but the files looked like the proverbial frog-in-a-blender. AND, this one was the one that had the most work to do on it! It's a little different than others...a bit more production, and more of a 'story' feel. This week, I am talking about what was the largest man-made explosion before the atomic bombs were dropped in World War II. The Halifax Explosion. If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would

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18:16

#87 - British Columbia

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/10/19

This week on Canadian Geography 101 aka Canada, as I see it,we take a look at British Columbia. ...where it is ...how it got its name ...its native celebrities and an introduction to a new bit...personal stories. If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would like me to talk about? I encourage you to contact me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca – and let me know - I'll mention you on the show (unless you don't want me to) – and you'll forever be able to say, “I got James to say my

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18:14

#86 - Corporate Sponsorship - Who did it first?

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/10/12

Last week, it was the first big trip. This week, another first. Today, it seems as though every entertainment venue you look at, has a corporate name attached to it. I'm not arguing it – in today's financial climate, it's almost necessary to survive. But when did this all start? Well, put it this way, it was so long ago, that it can retire this year. Join me, as I look at the first venue to ever have a company name attached to it. If you do have any questions, or is there something that you

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27:57

#85 - The First Big Trip

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/10/05

You always remember the first.First day of school. First job. First love. Today, I'm going to tell you about the first trip that Caroline and I took together. The first big trip. Plenty of links to check out today, and a new one...a photo album. All can be seen at my site: https://whorpole.ca Join me, as I take a trip down memory lane, on a highway...and a train...and a canoe... If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would like me to talk about? I encourage you to

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20:58

#84 - Canadian Beverages

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/09/28

The Earth is made up of mostly water.70% in fact. So water, most of the time, is the drink that people will choose to quench their thirst, or cleanse their palate. But, thanks to the curiosity of some, and the adventurousness of others – there are many different ways that water can be transformed into an abundance of beverages. And since this is a podcast about all things Canadian – I'm here to tell you about the beverages that are...all-Canadian. Remember, you can check out links about

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11:29

#83 - Alberta

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/09/21

Geography lesson today. Get your notebooks out!This week, I begin a look at Canada's provinces and territories. This week, it's Alberta. Remember, you can check out links about anything I mention during the show – https://whorpole.ca If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would like me to talk about? I encourage you to contact me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca – and let me know - I'll mention you on the show (unless you don't want me to) – and you'll forever be able to say, “I

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20:04

#82 - SS Noronic

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/09/14

Another week, another fire. Thirty-seven years after the Titanic struck an iceberg and sunk in the North-Atlantic ocean, Toronto experienced it's own, deadly, preventable tragedy. This week, I take a look at Canada's Worst Marine Disaster – the SS Noronic. Remember, you can check out links about anything I mention during the show – https://whorpole.ca If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would like me to talk about? I encourage you to contact me at

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15:43

#81 - The Great Toronto Fire of 1904

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/09/07

Hello everyone! Canada, as I see it is back after a summer hiatus.The third season (yeah, that's what I'm calling it) begins as I take a look at the Great Toronto Fire. Many of the fire rules and regulations in place today, were enacted due to this event. Join me, as I take you through the events of that evening in mid-April 1904. Remember, you can check out links about anything I mention during the show – https://whorpole.ca If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would

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26:04

#80 - 2025 Canadian Federal Election

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/05/04

Wow...haven't we just had a week.There's certainly a lot to talk about. I've also got a bit of news of my own. Join me for my longest podcast to date, as I explore the 2025 Canadian Federal Election. Remember, you can check out links about anything I mention during the show – https://whorpole.ca If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would like me to talk about? I encourage you to contact me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca – and let me know - I'll mention you on the show

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15:51

#79 - Bill Barilko

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/04/27

Keeping with the spirit of the season (Hockey playoffs and such)...Today's story is about a player who many of you may not heard of before... Toronto Maple Leaf defenceman Bill Barilko. Remember, you can check out links about anything I mention during the show – whorpole.ca Go to my website – whorpole.ca for the links I refer to in this episode. If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would like me to talk about? I encourage you to contact me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca –

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20:58

#78 - James Doohan

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/04/20

This week's subject probably lands in the, “did you know” category.AND, not only is the person I'm speaking about this week Canadian, he quite literally bled red and white. He wasn't just an actor, he gave his all, ALL of the time. James Doohan. Lieutenant Commander Montgomery Scott. A Canadian, through-and-through. Remember, you can check out links about anything I mention during the show – whorpole.ca If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would like me to talk

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21:04

#77 - William Shatner

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/04/13

A chance encounter. And here I am – ready to talk about perhaps one of the first Canadian Actors I ever knew of. Come, listen with me, as I explore the life of William Shatner. Remember, you can check out links about anything I mention during the show – whorpole.ca Go to my website – whorpole.ca for the links I refer to in this episode. If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would like me to talk about? I encourage you to contact me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca – and let

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11:32

#76 - The Band

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/04/06

This week I'm going to talk a little about not just ANY band...THE BAND.From being the back-up to one of Canada's most famous American singers, to sharing the stage at the Rock and Roll Hall of fame with some of the most well-known musicians. Remember, you can check out links about anything I mention during the show – whorpole.ca Go to my website – whorpole.ca for the links I refer to in this episode. If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would like me to talk

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12:08

#75 - Second Annual Mixed Bag

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/03/30

Remember when I did this last year?Had a show of random facts? Neither did I – I had to look it up. That's why I make copious notes. Well, I remembered that I did it..my memory isn't THAT bad. Thanks for joining me on this week's podcast. Be sure to tell everyone about the podcast. There are only two places in the world where it hasn't been heard, and one of them is full of penguins...and I'm not sure what their internet is like down there. Remember, you can check out links about anything I mention

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18:21

#74 - Baseball

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/03/23

It's spring! Baseball spring-training is done, and it is now time to get to the the real deal! Join me as I look at Canada's teams, and a little bit of history of the game. Remember, you can check out links about anything I mention during the show – whorpole.ca Go to my website – whorpole.ca for the links I refer to in this episode. If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would like me to talk about? I encourage you to contact me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca – and let me

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11:56

#73 - Canadian Prime Ministers

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/03/16

Canadian Prime Ministers.We have a new one. Find out about the history of Canada's highest political office. I'm answering several questions that must be burning a hole in your mind. Go to my website – whorpole.ca for the links I refer to in this episode. If you do have any questions, or is there something that you would like me to talk about? I encourage you to contact me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca – and let me know - I'll mention you on the show (unless you don't want me to) – and you'll

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16:33

#72 - Misinformation, Attacks and Re-birth

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/03/09

I'm tired.There was a nano-second, when I considered whether or not I could/would keep doing this. I am forever encountering those who are looking for a short-cut, and I am seemingly always “on”. Yet they keep trying to ice-skate uphill. Then a switch flipped. I know what I am doing. I know that I am patriotic. I know that I do enjoy doing this. So, here's my rant. Like it or don't. I don't care. I will keep doing it, because it is the right thing. And I will prevail. Tell your friends

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12:50

#71 - Maple Syrup

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/03/02

Maple Syrup. It's time to stock up. AND plan your trip now to see how this ambrosia is made. Check out https://ontariomaple.com/ and find out where you can go to get this uniquely Canadian experience. This week I'm talking about how it's made, AND I have a little bit of news on what's been happening in Ontario. I'd like to know how you're listening to me. Are you using Podbean's app? Do you listen from my site (whorpole.ca)? Or do you use one of the many podcast platforms that you can listen

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15:38

#70 - The Stanley Cup

Canada, As I See It ·

2025/02/23

The Stanley Cup.You may recognize the name, and even know what it is, and who it is awarded to. But did you know that today is the 132nd anniversary of the first time that the cup was awarded? Join me as I look into the history of the most recognizable trophy in the history of professional sports. Find out more about the cup, and see photos of it's literal growth through the years: https://www.hhof.com/thecollection/stanleycup_factsfirstsfauxpaus.html I'd like to know how you're listening to

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