8 chapters across the catalog
During his visit, King Charles III made a humorous reference to the British "real estate redevelopment" of the White House in 1814, referring to the burning of the building during the War of 1812. The King also commented on recent adjustments made to the East Wing following a previous presidential visit to Windsor Castle.
War of 1812, Canadian Social Etiquette, Tony Hinchcliffe
The hosts discuss the War of 1812 and the perceived "gruffness" of Canadians despite their polite reputation. An anecdote is shared about comedian Tony Hinchcliffe opening a show in Niagara Falls with the American national anthem, which surprisingly received cheers from the Canadian audience.
Donald Trump Andrew Jackson Tribute, Narcissistic Quote
President Trump released a weekly address commemorating the 250th anniversary of Andrew Jackson's birth. Trump praised Jackson for fighting the "arrogant elite" of his day, drawing parallels to his own presidency. The hosts play the clip as their "Narcissistic Quote of the Day," highlighting the self-referential nature of the President's historical tributes.
Michelle Obama's comment about living in a house built by slaves sparked a historical fact-check by Bill O'Reilly. O'Reilly noted that while slaves did work on the original White House, they were "well-fed." The discussion clarifies that the current White House was largely rebuilt after being burned by the British in 1814, complicating the "built by slaves" narrative.
War of 1812 Reenactment, Executive Producer Donations
A virtual reenactment of the War of 1812 is used as a theme for listener donations, with Canadian and American "battalions" competing through financial support. Trevor Baker is knighted as "Sir Scoops" following a $1,000.33 donation, triggering a custom jingle sequence involving Obama and predator drones.
The ongoing "Battle of 1812" donation drive shows Canadian listeners leading American donors in total contributions. The hosts read off names of "knights" and "barons" from both sides, noting that the final winner will be determined upon their return to live broadcasting on July 11th.
In a fundraising effort, the hosts pit Canadian listeners against American listeners in a "War of 1812" donation battle. Canadians are encouraged to donate $71.15 for Canada Day, while Americans donate $74.15 for the 4th of July. The segment tracks the "tote board" as Canadian donors take an early lead.
A deep dive into the War of 1812 explores the conflict's origins and the role of Native American tribes as proxies for the British and American empires. The discussion highlights how the British weaponized tribes like the Shawnee and Miami to raid American settlers, while the U.S. allied with the Cherokee and Choctaw. This historical perspective challenges the simplified narrative of the war and the burning of the White House.
