When a beloved Canada Post program lets kids write letters to Santa, what could possibly go wrong? In 2007, Ottawa families found out the hard way. Rhys and Jesse dive into the true story of the “rogue elves” who sent obscene letters “from Santa,” the full-blown national panic that followed, and why the myth of Santa can be both magical and messed up.

0:00 – Intro Banter & Cozy Studio Setup

0:30 – “The Rogue Ottawa Christmas Elves” – Episode Title Reveal

1:00 – Original Christmas Song Cold Open

2:00 – Welcome to the Festive Special

2:34 – Canada Post’s “Write to Santa” Program Explained

3:13 – How Volunteers Personalize Santa’s Letters

4:39 – A Rogue Elf Appears: Obscene Letters to Kids

5:54 – Reading the Infamous Santa Letter

8:44 – A Child Loses Faith in Santa

9:21 – Is the Santa Myth Economically Unfair?

11:49 – Santa, Parents, and the Cost of Christmas Magic

13:12 – Canada Post’s Crisis Mode: ‘Very, Very Serious’

13:40 – Program Suspended – A ‘24’-Style 48-Hour Hunt

14:22 – New Safeguards & “Save Santa” Campaign

16:31 – CBC Report: Canada Post Finds the Rogue Elves

17:08 – Twist: The Culprits Were Minors

18:24 – Rhys’ Netflix-Worthy Kid Heist Movie Pitch

21:36 – Overreaction or Charming Protectiveness?

23:11 – Mystery Solved: Just Kids Messing Around

23:41 – “Kid Heist” as a Movie Concept

25:10 – Reflecting on 2025 & Trudeau/Katy Perry Gag

26:01 – Jesse Leaves Halifax & Plans South America Travels

28:37 – Sleeper Buses and Budget Travel Dreams

28:59 – Thank You, Listeners – Nearing 500 Episodes

29:22 – SpeakPipe Call for Messages

30:26 – YouTube & Spotify Comments, Listener Love

31:27 – Jesse’s Nightmare Roommates & Party House

33:20 – Finally Living Alone & Less Stressed

34:39 – The Old House, Halifax Explosion & Brothel Rumours

35:16 – Sign-Off: Christmas Wishes & Family Tolerance

36:29 – Musical Outro – Festive Canada Is Boring Song

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Join hosts Rhys and Jesse as they dive into one of Canada’s wildest headlines: the ostrich farm saga! When bird flu hits a BC farm, government agencies, courts, and a whirlwind of online activists get involved in a controversy that's part public health crisis, part property rights battle, and all-out spectacle. Expect sharp commentary, hilarious asides, political twists, and impassioned protests.

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In this explosive episode of Canada Is Boring, we dive into the political earthquake shaking Ottawa and Nova Scotia as MP Chris d’Entremont crosses the floor from the Conservative Party to the Liberals.

The longtime Acadie–Annapolis MP, known for his strong local voter loyalty, stunned Parliament by announcing his decision immediately after the federal budget was tabled — a move that has triggered allegations, backlash, and deep questions about the leadership tone of Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative Party.

D’Entremont reveals he barely held his seat in the recent election — not because of national momentum, but because of his personal brand and decades of local trust. He says many lifelong Conservative supporters told him they could no longer vote for him under Poilievre’s leadership style, forcing him to distance his campaign from the party leader during the election.

The tipping point?

A dramatic confrontation where Conservative House Leader Andrew Scheer and party whip Chris Warkentin allegedly barged into his office, yelled at him, and accused him of being a “snake.” D’Entremont says the incident “sealed the deal” on his decision to join Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals, describing a culture of negativity, toxic behaviour, and a party that felt “more like a frat house than a serious political organization.”

The Conservatives deny the allegations — calling d’Entremont a liar, insisting the meeting was calm, and accusing him of turning his back on voters.

Meanwhile, internal turmoil continues, with Edmonton MP Matt Jeneroux resigning days later and reports of senior party strategists scrambling to prevent more defections.

From accusations of chaos inside the Conservative caucus, to the MP being booed at a Remembrance Day service, to the wider questions about leadership, tone, and political loyalty — this episode breaks down everything Canadians are arguing about.

Floor crossing. Leadership battles. Nova Scotia politics. Party culture wars. Loyalty versus survival.

This is Canadian politics at its pettiest, messiest, and most fascinating.

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Join hosts Rhys Waters and Jesse Harley as they explore Canadian culture and share quirky, viral stories on their podcast. This episode features the unforgettable tale of Jim Sautner, Alberta rancher and wildlife enthusiast, who raised Bailey D, a domesticated bison, as his best friend, driving him around Spruce Grove, Alberta, in a modified Pontiac Bonneville. Dive into discussions about animal companionship, ethical farming, community, parades, beer-loving bison, ranch life, and Canadian nostalgia.

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In this episode of Canada Is Boring, we dive beak-first into one of the strangest and most important inventions in Canadian aviation history: the Chicken Cannon.

As bird strikes continue to threaten aircraft worldwide, with over 50 bird strikes happening every day and more than 13,000 reported annually in the U.S. alone, engineers needed a way to test aircraft safety against high-speed avian impacts. The result? A gas-powered “flight impact simulator” capable of firing thawed chickens at aircraft parts at supersonic speeds.

Developed in the 1960s after two deadly U.S. crashes caused by flocks of starlings and whistling swans, Canada’s chicken cannon became a critical tool in aviation safety. Built in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia and operated at Ottawa’s Macdonald-Cartier Airport, this monster of a machine launched 1–8 pound birds at aircraft windshields, engines, and stabilizers to replicate real-world bird strikes. At its peak, the cannon could fire a chicken at Mach 1.36, making it, unofficially, the fastest chicken ever recorded.

We explore the odd science behind impact testing, the physics of bird strikes, and the messy origin of the word “snarge.” From frozen chickens in metal sabots to high-speed film, atomic pacemaker tests, and a parking-lot incident that left VIP guests covered in poultry debris, this is one of the wildest pieces of Canadian engineering ever built.

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In this Remembrance Day special, Rhys and Jesse dive into the unbelievable World War II adventure of Leo Major, the one-eyed Canadian hero who liberated the Dutch city of Zwolle all by himself. This episode is packed with war stories, heroic undercover missions, and enough action to make Hollywood jealous (seriously, can we get a movie already?). Tune in for an epic story of liberation, resilience, and podcast chaos.

Leo Major, World War II, Canadian history, Zwolle, Dutch liberation, hero, action, Reme

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In 1830s Ontario, one of Canada’s most documented hauntings unfolded in the isolated Baldoon settlement. The McDonald family’s story of flying stones, ghostly fires, and a supposed witch’s curse became legend. Two centuries later, historians still debate what really happened. Was it hysteria, fraud or something no one could explain?

This Halloween, we’re digging up one of Canada’s oldest—and weirdest—ghost stories. Long before Netflix true-crime and TikTok ghost hunters, the settlers of Baldoon, Ontario were living through a full-blown paranormal meltdown.

In the early 1800s, John McDonald built a fine new home on the marshlands near the Chenal Ecarte River. Then the chaos began. Stones crashed through windows, furniture moved on its own, and fires sparked from nowhere. Even the family kettle turned violent. For nearly a decade, the McDonalds claimed their home was under attack by an unseen force—until a mysterious “wise woman” told them to make a silver bullet and shoot a black-headed goose that was supposedly carrying the witch’s spirit.

And somehow… it worked.

Two centuries later, The Baldoon Mystery still sits at the crossroads of folklore, fear, and early Canadian history. Was it witchcraft? Frontier superstition? Or the first documented case of mass hysteria in Ontario? In this Halloween special, we trace the real people, newspaper records, and eerie events behind the haunting that turned a quiet farming settlement into the country’s creepiest legend.

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Meet Mo Norman, the legendary, quirky, Canadian golfer with a wild story! We dive into his unique golf style, neurodiversity, epic wins, and why he’s a cult hero amongst those who know.

Explore the fascinating story of Mo Norman, the iconic Canadian golfer celebrated for his unique golfing technique, neurodiversity, and record-breaking career. This podcast episode delves into Mo Norman’s rise from caddy to Canadian PGA champion, his struggles with criticism and bullying in professional sports, and the resilience that defined his legacy. Alongside captivating anecdotes about golf culture, Canadian identity, and celebrity gossip, co-hosts Rhys Waters and Jesse Harley bring humor and insight into topics like neurodiversity, perseverance, and the importance of embracing individuality in sports. Tune in for inspiring stories, Canadian podcast banter, and shoutouts to Patreon supporters—all set against a backdrop of golf legends, Canadian trivia, and light-hearted small talk. Perfect for fans of golf history, Canadian culture, sports documentaries, and engaging podcast storytelling.

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