Topic: Okanagan

5 chapters across the catalog

Old Crone
Episode 1745 14:15 - 16:28

1745: Old Crone

Canadian Liquor Laws, Home Winemaking, 51st State Sentiment

A discussion on Canadian consumer habits notes that liquor stores are government-controlled, allowing for easy boycotts of American products. The conversation touches on the popularity of home winemaking kits in Canada and a claim that some Canadians would prefer the country become the 51st U.S. state to avoid potential invasion.

Grip & Grin
Episode 1527 54:34 - 57:24

1527: Grip & Grin

Groundhog Day, Fred the Groundhog Death and Oki the Puppet

The annual Groundhog Day celebration in Quebec faced a setback when Fred the Groundhog died just before the event, leading to his replacement by a stuffed toy. In British Columbia, a hand puppet named Oki is used because local groundhogs do not emerge from hibernation until March. The tradition is discussed as a cultural "psy-op" regarding weather prediction.

Nein Nein Nein
Episode 999 1:10:28 - 1:14:05

999: Nein Nein Nein

Baron Rogue, Sir Michael and Southeast Asia Reports

Rogue, the Black Knight of the Okanagan Plains, is promoted to the rank of Baron. Thomas Newman is knighted as "Sir Michael of the Third World Southeast Asia," splitting his time between Singapore and Thailand. He requests "Jobs Karma" and a specific jingle, while the hosts discuss the wine-growing region of the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia.