Does Joe Rogan really vote for guests he likes? The idea is he'll believe anyone who 'talks a good game' on his show. If Pierre Poilievre came on, would Rogan be 'sold' on voting conservative just from the conversation? #JoeRogan #PierrePoilievre #CanadianPolitics #Politics
In this episode of Canada Is Boring, Rhys and Jesse wade back into Canadian politics to unpack Pierre Poilievre’s slow slide from “inevitable” prime minister-in-waiting to a guy desperately trying to stay relevant against Prime Minister Mark Carney. Through a series of clips, they look at PP’s shifting persona, from…
Belief can be powerful, even when misplaced. This story explores how a fake ancient statue, rumored to bring wealth, ultimately reveals the nature of deception and gullibility. #Deception #Scams #Belief #Statue #Wealth
Madame Duval's psychic service wasn't just casting spells—it was casting a spell on success! Witness the bizarre yet brilliant business strategy that led to massive profits. Get ready for some serious fortune. #PsychicBusiness #BusinessGrowth #MadameDuval #SuccessStory #Humor
What happens when a powdered wig meets public indecency? Jesse Harley's bizarre arrest unfolds, with bewildered co-host Rhys and news anchor Dean Fuckballs trying to make sense of it all. #JesseHarley #PodcastClips #FunnyNews #BizarreArrest
Discover the common traits of scam victims: often older, economically insecure, and susceptible to belief in psychics. Understanding these profiles helps in prevention. #ScamAwareness #VictimProfile #FinancialSafety #PsychicScams
Man vs. Polar Bear — and other wild podcast intros that hooked us from second one 🐻❄️ Countdowning our top 5 intros from the reel — including a jaw-dropper about a man who fought a polar bear, the hilariously awkward “I thought of you the entire time I was pooping”…
Are psychics truly gifted or just skilled entertainers? The line between spiritual insight and paid performance is blurrier than you think. Where do you stand? #Psychics #Supernatural #Ethics #Belief
A glorious, chaotic, maple-flavoured blast through the weird world of Canada Is Boring. This Podcast Intro Megamix brings together some of our favourite episode openings, featuring strange Canadian history, baffling crimes, political nonsense, cryptids, scandals, forgotten legends, cursed local stories, and the kind of national weirdness that proves Canada is…
In 1977 Saint-Tropez, a dentist's wife vanished. An amateur psychic, Maria Duval, used a pendulum to find her, catapulting her to fame for her uncanny predictions and ability to locate missing persons and items. #SaintTropez #Mystery #ColdCase #Psychic
Rhys Waters and Jesse Harley hilariously tackle the 'boring' stereotype of Canada. What happens when perceived dullness meets unexpected wit? #CanadasBoring #ComedyCanada #Humor #CanadianCulture
In this episode of Canada Is Boring, Rhys and Jesse dive into the bizarre, lucrative world of psychic mail-order scams led by one of Canada’s most successful fraudsters, Patrice Runner. Starting with his obsession with old-school magazine ads and get-rich-quick schemes, we follow Runner’s journey to partnering with celebrity psychic…
US government investigates Patrice Runner for widespread scams across North America. Arrested in Ibiza, convicted on multiple fraud charges. Justice served. #PatriceRunner #ScamInvestigation #FraudCharges #JusticeServed #CrimeNews
The Enbridge Northern Gateway Pipeline proposed a route through Canada, sparking significant opposition over environmental and Indigenous rights concerns. A complex energy project with a humorous twist. #NorthernGateway #Pipelines #Canada #EnergyPolicy #Environment
Shocking allegations: CSIS allegedly spied on environmental protestors and shared intel with oil companies. A disturbing look into the lines blurred between national security and corporate interests. #CSIS #EnvironmentalProtest #CorporateGreed #NationalSecurity #Scandal
In this special friends–only episode of Canada Is Boring, Rhys and Jesse dig into the story of how CSIS, Canada’s spy agency, allegedly spied on Indigenous and environmental activists protesting the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline, and then shared that information with oil companies and the National Energy Board. They walk…
Remember when social media felt like peak creativity? From viral trends to legendary tweets like Norm Kelly's ode to a fallen raccoon, those were the days. What made it so special? #SocialMedia #ViralTrends #NormKelly #InternetHistory #Humor
Rhys and Jesse dive into the legendary Canadian documentary Project Grizzly and the life of its unforgettable star, Troy Hurtubise—the man who spent years and thousands of dollars building bear-proof armor so he could safely get face-to-face with grizzlies. They cover: Troy’s near-fatal first encounter with a grizzly and how…
Released from prison, he robbed banks and shot people. Offered a chance to fight in WWI, he deserted and committed more crimes in England before returning to Canada. #CrimeHistory #WorldWarI #Desertion #CriminalBehavior
Described as a 'malicious little bastard' by peers, this young individual's childhood troubles escalated rapidly. By 17, convictions included burglary and attempted maiming, foreshadowing a dangerous path. #TroubledYouth #CrimeHistory #YoungOffender #CriminalMind
This week, we delve into the legend of Red Ryan, a criminal whose wrongdoings echo from old-timey tales. Discover the infamous Canadian figure. #RedRyan #CanadianHistory #CrimeStories #TrueCrime #PodcastHighlights
He robbed banks while his new public life unfolded. By 1936, things escalated—he killed a man and wounded his son while attempting to steal a high-powered car for future robberies. #PublicEnemy #JohnDillinger #CrimeHistory #BankRobbery #TrueCrime
Rhys and Jesse dive into the wild life of Red Ryan, a Toronto-born hooligan who grew into one of Canada’s most notorious early 20th‑century criminals. From leading street gangs at 10, to hard labor in Kingston Penitentiary, to a wartime desertion and a “most daring” prison break that even inspired…
