Canada, As I See It

While going through the “Canadian points” that were on my t-shirt, I would occasionally come across ones that were DEFINITELY not Canadian. I'm sure that whoever created the shirt would just throw in some filler, thinking “hey, no one will notice”. Well, James noticed. I did write about them in my essays, but you really don't need me to talk about them as well! Today's subject is one that you woul...

Fortunately, I keep my shows numbered, so I can keep track of them. This week, show #44, is about The Automatic Foghorn. Join me, as I talk about the low frequency sounds that help keep our ships safe. I'm getting a little thin on voices. I could really use some help! If YOU want to be a part of MY podcast, send me a recording of you saying, “This podcast is produced by the Fireside Chat Club of C...

Sometimes, it's not a matter of just being the first person to do something, you have to TELL them that you are, and be able to prove it. I have a couple of stories to tell – and they're both about being the first. Canadians aren't necessarily the pushiest about “being number 1” - but we do make sure that can back it up. I'm getting a little thin on voices to introduce the show. I could really use...

Last week it was Ontario. This week I'm moving eastward! Join me as I take a look at a couple of subjects brought to you by a couple of people from Canada's east coast.   Remember a couple of weeks ago, when I said I had a new voice? This week, it's here. I am getting a little thin on voices. I could really use some help! If YOU want to be a part of MY podcast, send me a recording of you saying, “...

Happy Simcoe Day Weekend! Simcoe Day is all about Ontario, and so it makes sense that Ontario should be the subject matter of the podcast. I have spoken about the province I live in before, but it was thanks to a request that I received from a listener that I expand on what I said, and it is this person who introduces the show.   It's a busy day today and tomorrow here in Toronto – if you can hand...

WOW. Things are moving. This week saw a 500% increase in my weekly downloads. I'm seeing people listen in countries all over the world – and it's really exciting.   I've got a couple of subjects that couldn't be more different. The one that gave the title to this week's podcast came from an essay I wrote back in August of 2020.   I also got another voice for the introduction. You'll hear it in a c...

Moving on up, and out in the world! Today, I am expanding on a subject that I spoke about a few weeks ago – AND it is due to someone who asked me about it from halfway around the world!   This week, I look at the history of the First Nations people in the land we call Ontario. And of course, this opens up a library of books – quite literally.   Please check out the links below to begin your journe...

I have a couple of important points to touch on this week. One is the obvious – it's in the title.   The other is concerning the person introducing the show this week. Andrew Dundas is fighting a life battle with ALS – it is a disease that progressively paralyzes people because the brain is no longer able to communicate with the muscles of the body. He is looking to raise money and awareness to fi...

Weather, history and Christmas in July. (And yayyy, it looks like there will not be a problem uploading from the cottage!)   Welcome to what purports to be summer in Canada. We have our days – it gets up to 30C – and MAY hit 40C (without the heat index!) But there are also those unsettled days where we can have sweater weather, umbrella weather, and Mother Nature's fireworks.   Lots of exciting ne...

Canada Day!   Listen to me tell the story about how this podcast got started.   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 to this podcast on. I encourage you to contact me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca – and let me know - I'll mention you on the show (unless you d...

This week is a little different. Usually, my main subject makes up the bulk of the podcast, but for this episode, my tangent becomes the body. Both are equally important – both are there to educate and both are there to tell stories.   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...

Tonight, I take a look at the life of Donald Sutherland, who passed away today, June 20, 2024.   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 to this podcast on. I encourage you to contact me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca – and let me know - I'll mention you on the s...

Looking at Milk in bags today. I didn't put it there – that's just how we purchase our consumable moo juice up here in Canada. This is taken from an essay that I wrote about, back in August of 2020.   Spoiler alert: we got our strawberries!   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 pla...

Today, I go back to the roots of what inspired me to do these podcasts. I'm taking a look at one of the people on my “Canada facts t-shirt”. Today also happens to be this person's birthday! Join me as I delve into the life of Michael J. Fox   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 pla...

It is no secret that I speak, travelling from one tangent to another. I will often lose track of my own thoughts, because I've caught myself on a tangent. It's like going into a room, and forgetting why you are there. Welcome to my mind! Interestingly though, it doesn't really frustrate me – I just ride it like a wave – and this week, I ended up on a great memory. This week, I begin talking about...

This week, it's Tim Hortons. It can mean several things, depending on where you are in time and space.   Also, something to check out this week, if you're looking for something to do.   And, if you have a topic idea, or a question you would like to ask me. I encourage you to send them to me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca – I'll mention you on the show (unless you don't want me to) – and you'll forever be...

This week, I celebrate Families.   Mifflin and Whorpole are mine – what are yours?   Please join me as I tell you a bit about who I am, where I'm from (genealogically) and how much “family” means to us.all.   And, if you have a topic idea, or a question you would like to ask me. I encourage you to send them to me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca – I'll mention you on the show (unless you don't want me to)...

One subject this week. I could go on and on... Do you want me to? These are audio, but I could go all visual with this as well, and break out the charts and maps! And, if you have a topic idea, or a question you would like to ask me. I encourage you to send them to me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca – I'll mention you on the show (unless you don't want me to) – and you'll forever be able to say, “I got Ja...

This wasn't my original plan for what I was going to talk about this week, but sometimes, as they say – things just drop in your lap. Last week, I played a trivia game - AND I got to be on a local radio station!   As fast as the world goes, even though it only happened 3 days ago – something about it is already dated. Let me know if you picked up on how!   And, if you have a topic idea, or a quest...

I wouldn't call this podcast a humorous one, but you can always expect me to be landing on the lighter side of subjects more often or not.   This week however, the topic is serious. Join me, as I chat about the Day of Mourning.   If you have a topic idea, or a question you would like to ask me. I encourage you to send them to me at AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca – I'll mention you on the show (unless you do...

This week you'll get an example of what it's like if we're chatting, and I get a head of steam. One subject will lead to another, to the point where I sometimes forget what the original story was! I also have a challenge for you this week. Tell someone about the podcast, and let them know to contact me at the address below. Let me know their name in an email to me, and if they contact me, I will m...

This week, I'm trying another remote test. I'm not only not at home, but not even on the Canadian side of the border. So, are the facts going to be on-side or off-side? A little bit of both...I have a couple of DEFINITELY Canadian facts, and a few that well, really aren't. If you want to be a part of my podcast, send me a recording of you saying, “This podcast is produced by the Fireside Chat Club...

No t-shirt remembrances this week, but so much more! I've been busy! There's also something special on my YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/yAs3LTWA9B8?si=daxlCvpmRGLxSW1R I've voiced an introduction for Cambridge International Academy. Please check it out - and a host of other things on the channel! Send your comments to AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca If you want to be a part of my podcast, send me a recor...

Happy: a) Easter b) Birthday to Canada's youngest c) childhood memories and red tunics If you want to be a part of my podcast, send me a recording of you saying, “This podcast is produced by the Fireside Chat Club of Canada”.   Send it via Facebook Messenger, or by email to: AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca

Beaver history, beaver tails, and beaver tales. If you want to be a part of my podcast, send me a recording of you saying, “This podcast is produced by the Fireside Chat Club of Canada”.   Send it via Facebook Messenger, or by email to: AsISeeIt@whorpole.ca