Terry Foxy Ladies: The Podcast

The hosers review the best and the worst of 2020. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The hosers provide a triple bummer of subjects this week, but don’t worry, it’s not all bad. We discuss the leathery and loathsome Peter Nygard FINALLY being arrested, the troublesome grant in Grimes pocket, and the ever so problematic…Pornhub! Our Double Double features #lockdownontario (again), and #December21st. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our Double Double features #Elliot and #CanadaHolidayTraditions. We discuss perspectives on the vaccine, a Walrus article on animal cruelty photojournalism, and a Vice article about using mushrooms therapeutically.

A wise man said that the dangerous thing about Sky Gilbert is he's got nothing to lose… so of course we had to invite him on to talk to us this week. We ask this Canadian writer, actor, professor, and drag performer about how gay culture and drag have changed over time, the connection between covid and victimhood culture, and the puritanism and anti-humanism of North Americans. He tells us why he prefers the French feminists' approach to MeToo, what it's like working in theatre in these lonely, digital times, and that if we had a healthy sexual culture, people wouldn't be so obsessed with porn and 15-year olds twerking. We also ask him about founding Buddies in Bad Times Theatre in Toronto, and why he had to split with them.

The hosers question Rage Against the Machine's message, if OJ or AJ is better, poppies, roommates, and polyamorous woes.

We discuss a group of vigilantes in Maple Ridge, or “Ridgilantes,” and whether it’s appropriate for “Clean Up Maple Ridge” to take matters of societal crime and drug abuse into their own hands. We talk about Q-anon and its infiltration into Canadian christian churches, and then discuss a recent study on brands in Canada, which leads us to debate whether Lululemon leggings are overrated. Our Double Double is a Triple Triple today because Jenna doesn’t understand the concept of picking two. It’s #STOPTHECOUNT #IHaveWonPennsylvania and #You’reFired because of the stupid US election. As a side note: we bid farewell to Brayden as she embarks on her voyage to outer space. Never fear, she may be back when she’s done her semester! I mean, when she’s done collecting outer space asteroid minerals.

We had the pleasure of interviewing independent musician, producer, and writer Neil Gray about the state of arts, music, and culture in Canada. We asked him about the impact of streaming on the industry; the diversity, equity, and inclusion goals of our cultural institutions; and controversies at the Polaris and Indigenous Music Awards shows surrounding “politics” and cultural appropriation. We also chat about what’s good and what’s overrated in the Canadian music scene.Relevant reading:https://quillette.com/2018/09/30/the-implosion-of-canadas-music-industry/https://quillette.com/2019/04/08/how-the-campaign-against-cultural-appropriation-came-back-to-haunt-canadas-indigenous-peoples/https://quillette.com/2019/07/21/coming-together-to-honor-a-dead-rock-star-and-ward-off-our-own-demons/

We have a vary naiice (ma wife) Double Double today when we discover #JordanPeterson is alive again (again) and #Borat is also back. We talk about the conflict over lobster fishing in Nova Scotia, cultural appropriation in the indigenous fashion industry, and the conspiracy theory surrounding the Nova Scotia shooter. We debut our very first listener-submitted #TFLpatrioticmoment.

This week the hosers get extraterrestrial with the leading UFOlogist in Canada, Chris Rutkowski. We cover how UFO reports are documented and understood, the Canadian government’s involvement in the study of UFO’s, and the Canadian UFO Survey. Chris also shares with us some weird stories, theories, and insights into why aliens would want to come to earth in the first place.

Today we talk about DJ Khaled’s collaboration with Canadian boys Drake and Bieber in the Popstar video. We discuss a Walrus piece on algorithms ruining Canadian journalism. We speculate about the motivations of the Quebec ricin letter woman and discover the subreddit #SwordorSheath. Finally, the very special Terry Fox run went VIRTUAL this year, allowing us to discuss our patron saint in detail like never before. The Double Double features #ThroneSpeech and #Emmys (congrats to Schitt's Creek). Read the Walrus article here: https://thewalrus.ca/how-algorithms-are-changing-what-we-read-online/

We’re back after a month long hiatus! We cover #foundyouattractiveuntil and #appleevent in this week’s Double Double, then dive into into the Liberals’ potential plan for a Universal Basic Income for Canadians in this weeks episode: Universal Basic Bitches.

This week we were honoured to speak with Canadian icon/legend/HERO, Ed the Sock! Ed walks us through the downfall of Much Music and shares memorable celeb interview moments and other behind-the-scenes dirt. We ask him what it’s like being a sock with integrity who favours no “sides” in these politically polarizing times. We talk federal politics (including his opinions on the conservatives, Justin Trudeau, the WE scandal “nothingburger,” Jagmeet Singh, and Doug Ford’s performance as an alcoholic enabling premier). We discuss what he means by “anti-intellectualism” in Canada and what it was like at the anti-masker protests. Finally, we ponder uniting the country behind our indisputably shared aversion to mimes.

The hosers are pleased to share their expert opinions on goat yoga and pop cans in Episode 29: Seamen and Gloryholes. The Double Double covers…you guessed it, #gloryholes as well as the perpetually exhausting #WEscandal. We debate which artist deserves the oh so coveted Polaris Prize (definitely not U.S. girls) from the shortlist, the invasion of ticks and other bugs and the implications and causes of widespread vector-borne diseases. Our absolute unit this week sparks a debate on seaman.

The hosers review the CBC documentary #Blessed about the secular evangelical christianity preached at C3 churches in Toronto and around the world. We debate Pastor Sam’s sincerity and looks, the church’s deviation from tradition (or not), and whether this denomination is capable of filling the gaping hole in Millennials souls brought about by modernity.

After a brief hiatus, the hosers catch up on their past two weeks highs and lows; Jenna becomes an Aunt but blacks out in several job interviews and Brayden channels her mania into Facebook Buy & Sell. Following #MargaretAtwood and #JewishPrivilege in the DoubleDouble, we bring COVID-19 talk back to discuss scientists pursuing the true infection rate, the herd immunity theory, and anti-maskers. We then explore Winnipeg police chiefs’ consideration of decriminalizing personal drug use and the Walrus’ piece on the lack of public washrooms in Canada.

The hosers get patriotic for the Double Double, which features the hashtags #whycanada and #caturday. We then analyze the benefits of changes to the Ontario math curriculum, followed by Brayden treating us to popsicle ASMR that nobody asked for nor needed. Jordan Peterson is back from the dead with his new piece in the National Post which we dissect, then we dive deep into the cesspool that is Canadian conservative politics. We end with Trudaddy’s attempt to pay post-secondary students for volunteer work through WE charity, and our absolute unit covers a cool Canadian who fearlessly enters tiny holes.

We discuss getting hit by cars, COVID-caused public freakouts, and the uselessness of university discussion posts in Episode 25: M. Night Extremism.The Double Double features the try-hard #EveryoneIsLaughingAtYouDonald and the #Micheals (the hostages, not the craft store). We talk about the resurgence in MeToo cases implicating our Justin Bieber, Canadians on online right-wing extremist forums, and the ethics of designer dogs.The absolute unit this week is an Edmonton doctor with the best commute. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After a spicy DoubleDouble covering #trudeauworstPMever and #SpongeBobisGay, the hosers discuss the logistics required to stay true Doug Ford’s ‘Bubble of 10,’ the recent uproar surrounding the use of the intoxication defence, Trudeau’s proposed bill to punish CERB scammers, and the CRA snitch line. While discussing the reality show Alone, we assess who would survive or perish in the wilderness, share camping stories, and reminisce on our collective memories of White Sands Campground; where dreams go to die.

We discuss the riots in the United States and the protests in Canada surrounding police brutality as it intersects with race, class, and mental health, as well as the discourses and social media responses to these events.

The hosers say “hanky panky” more than they were prepared for, and determine having a tow-truck driver as a neighbour is riskier than once thought in episode 22: Huawei or the Highway. This week’s Double Double sees Jagmeet Singh Tik Tok his way into trending and #rebelmedia does a thing. We consensually explore the implications of Trudaddy’s bare ass in Kent Monkman’s new highly controversial painting, and ponder the future of China-Canada relations after Meng Wanzhou’s debated ruling in Canadian court. We then dive into the unexpected, yet very real danger of trucking turf wars, and talk about the deplorable conditions of some Ontario care homes, recently reported by the Canadian Armed Forces. We end on the Absolute Unit, a delightful hybrid of Calgary Bro and Florida Man who delivers sage advice.

Sonia addresses her Summer Anger and Jenna learns about the concept of swimming in Episode 21: Trinity Hellwoods Park, where the Double Double covers #TrinityBellwoods and the #CallHerDaddy podcast drama. We try to talk about the Snowbird plane crash in Kamloops and realize we cannot discuss tragedies with dignity. We then analyze forthcoming items in the planned Canadian coronavirus museum exhibits, and talk hinjinx at the Canada-US border.

Find out what German sociologist Erich Fromm has in common with Jordan Peterson in Episode 20: Fromm Right to Left, where we are joined by very special guest Dr. Neil McLaughlin. We discuss how market incentives have driven the “free speech” crises and inadvertently fuelled right-wing populism, the differences between American and Canadian perceptions of public intellectuals like Noam Chomsky, and the relevance of materialist vs. post-materialist values for contemporary Canadian social movements. We talk narcissism on Twitter, Christopher Lasch, Zizek, the privilege discourse, Peterson’s “guru element,” and come to the conclusion that we must infiltrate the CBC.

The hosers get to the bottom of why lamb meat is a no-no and discover that modern robots are not the fun kind in Episode 19: Oh Hai, Google! We discuss the abandonment of the Google project Sidewalk Labs in Toronto, and whether the predicted rise in air travel costs will spell the end of Wanderlust-themed social media posts. Then grab a glass of wine and pop in your monocle for the Arts Corner, where we discuss arts-news in Canada, including: the 100th anniversary of the Group of Seven’s inaugural exhibit, Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande’s new corona-themed single Stuck With U, Tommy Wiseau’s lawsuit against Ottawa filmmakers of Room Full of Spoons, and the dark comedy in the works about Rob Ford. The Double Double covers Bryan Adams and #CanadaHomeworkHelp.

An imp almost sabotages the podcast, and the hosers have forgotten how to talk to their friends and family due to isolation in episode 18: Alphabet Girls. We get incredibly sidetracked during our Double Double, but find our way back to speculate if #aliensexist, and moan about #mentalhealthweek. We discuss financial and emotional warfare between millennials and the aging population, and Jenna marks all our grandparents as racists. We then work through how homeless shelters are managing the COVID-19 crisis in lieu of homeless advocates suing the City of Toronto. Finally, we bring back the gun debate, AGAIN, as Trudaddy passed a law banning all ‘assault style’ weapons, and Ainsley learns she does not know her own power, but knows the power of a gun. Sonia tries to end the podcast early, but the mail stealing absolute unit still makes his way in.

Brayden brings her cheswick of a coffee, and Ainsley and Jenna do their best impressions of men on coke, in Episode 16: Facebook Jail. We talk about meme names and debate whether weed smokers are the worst drug users in today’s Double Double featuring #Karen and #420day. The tragedy in Nova Scotia leads us to discuss the RCMP’s role in the emergency alert flub, the predictable resurfacing of the gun debate, and media coverage of mass shootings. We then discuss how environmental standards may be in jeopardy because of the pandemic and the complications behind suggested “fake news” laws to put conspiracy theorists in facebook jail. Join us in celebrating our very first non-human absolute unit.

The hosers catch up on their Easter long weekend escapades and dive into this weeks spicy Double Double covering #NationalHornyDay and #KeeptheBorderClosed. In yet another Corona-packed episode, they discuss the potential elimination of the handshake post-pandemic, preferences of varying cultural greeting rituals, and the wider cost of losing intimacy. They analyze Trudaddy’s loosening of the CERB eligibility requirements, debate the pros and cons of tracking race-based stats in scientific testing, and the wrath Justin Trudeau and Andrew Scheer faced for their family-inclusive excursions during quarantine.

Meghan Murphy is a Canadian socialist feminist and founder of Feminist Current. We ask her about getting cancelled before “cancel culture” was even a term, the feminist scene in Vancouver, the futility of the traditional left/right divide in politics, and the current controversy over recognizing biological sex. She discusses how she came to her positions on gender identity, prostitution, #MeToo, and why she got banned from Twitter. Finally, Meghan shares her suggestions for feminists who find themselves on the wrong side of the status quo.

Today’s Double Double covers #zoombombing and #speakingmoistly. We discuss the rise of the ESL interpreters, Trudeau’s decision to partner with Amazon over Canada Post to distribute health equipment, Doug Ford and the performance of various provinces, Drake’s video for his new single Toosie Slide, and Donald Trump giving 3M a proverbial spanking for sending masks to Canada. Finally, we speculate on how permanent this “new normal” is for different factors.

Rhymes with baby boom, get it? Take a cruise with us as we discuss #400Canadians trapped at sea and heed the Newfoundland Health Minister’s #TinderorGrindr warning in the Double Double. Sonia and Brayden debate whether forced quarantine will lead to a baby boom, authorized by Ainsley officiating the predictions in an old-timey accent. We discuss skyrocketing sex toy sales, the Air BnB crisis, and tensions between public health expertise and common sense. Finally, we analyze some clickbait about Andrea Horwath’s son’s pandemic shitposting, and in light of his music career, pray to god that emo doesn’t come back.

According to this real, actually-spoken quote by Doc Antle: “Anyone who doesn’t listen to the Terry Foxy Ladies is insecure and broken.” For this very special episode, and in the spirit of several weeks of quarantine, the hosers discuss the new hit Netflix docuseries Tiger King, containing an impressive 4-in-1 types pf exploitation (animal, human, labour, AND sexual!) and strange characters that sublimate their sexual pathologies into exotic animal ownership. We discuss Joe Exotic’s taste in men, Carole Baskin’s likeness to Karla Homolka, her husband’s likeness to Prince Charles, how cults work, the role social media plays in animal abuse, and what it would be like to be the manager of the ammo section in a Walmart in Oklahoma. Finally, we debate whether the series successfully educated viewers about animal cruelty or if this theme got buried under the character dramas. For the first time ever, Sonia likes a libertarian, and at the end, Ainsley spits facts on concrete ways to help animals in Canada.

Good news- our podcast is on Ford’s list of essential services! In this episode, Jenna’s recovery from her quarantine blues is interrupted by facts about the particle structure of COVID-19. The hosers discuss the ethics of releasing prisoners in these trying times which naturally leads to a shout out to the Bare Naked Ladies. Brayden captures her nana on a stroll while discussing the Corona Capitalism talk with Naomi Klein, Astra Taylor and Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor. Sonia solicits feedback for her new nickname for Justin Trudeau- Trudaddy, while we discuss his plan to use our smartphones to enforce social distancing.

Listen to us fail to have a corona-minimal episode. We discuss Papa Trudeau’s emergency response package to save us all, the new conversion therapy bill and its disparate impact on the different segments of the ever-expanding LGBTQ++, a CBC opinion piece on “woke” as a slur, whether the culling of wolves and jobs to save the caribou is worth it, and a few of our regrettable tattoos. In a beautiful moment, Sonia realizes that although we may be done with corona, corona ‘aint done with us. Finally, we discuss the possibility that corona has infected not just our bodies, but our souls as well. The Double Double covers #SnowflakeAndSafeSpace and #ReleaseTheButtHoleCut.

The quarantined hosers gather over the airwaves to share their personal experiences amid the Corona hysteria - where they reckon with co-workers misinformed hot takes, Tom Hanks’ positive diagnosis, and the greater dialogue surrounding worker’s rights. Brayden grapples with being turned away from GarfieldEATS and her Nana’s continuous revolt against social distancing. Today’s double double obviously includes #Coronapocalypse and the forgettable #DaylightSavingsTime.

Listen to today’s Double Double to find out what #38percentOfAmericans would NOT do and who amongst us should audition for the #PhillyCastingCall. We then discuss women-adjacent topics such as the reverse #MeToo situation in Toronto, the Greta Thunberg sticker in Alberta, protests against PornHub in Montreal, and surrogacy in Canada. Happy International Women’s Day!

Happy International Polar Bear Day! The hosers discuss recent changes to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) legislation, one Calgary man’s sobering stay in a drunk tank, Metrolinx’s ad comparing construction in Toronto to puberty, and Montreal’s plan to improve access to housing. The Double Double covers #Mansplainingin5words and #bullying.

The hosers discuss protest culture in Canada, Andrew Scheer’s advice to “check your privilege,” the St. Catharines sexy firefighter calendar debacle, the demands of the Ontario Teacher’s Strike, and the TTC’s attempts to handle fare evasion in Toronto. The Double Double covers #familyday and #TrudeauBriberyTour2020. Listen to Brayden develop a viral infection over the course of a single episode, and the ladies stage an intervention for Jenna as her juuling gets out of control.

The hosers kick off the discussion in today’s Double Double by covering #broomchallenge and #jordanpeterson. Topics for today include Tim Horton’s rapid descent into shittiness , the complicated situation in Wet’suwet’en and the larger problems Indigenous communities face, and a reminder to fill out the Ontario pre-budget survey. Sonia executes the perfect segue.

The hosers discuss Western University's rampant levels of sugaring, Peter MacKay's aim for the Conservative leadership and weird face, the continued audacity of the #BellLetsTalk campaign, and an Alberta resident's e-petition for the right to bear arms. Today's Double Double covers #DollyPartonChallenge and #PotStocks.

The hosers debate their theories on chronic UTIs, Zellers nostalgia, the government's payout to Iranian crash victim's families, attacks on Trudeau's donut purchases, speculations on activities at the Federal Cabinet Retreat, and a gay man's return to the Lutheran Church in Toronto.

The hosers discuss modern phone usage and mental health, the Pickering nuclear false alarm, a Vancouver naturopath’s strange treatment for autism, differences in health care between British Columbia and Ontario, the Royals moving to Canada, the relative underreporting of the crystal meth epidemic, and our very own Justin Bieber’s comeback.

The hosers talk about the situation in Iran, Justin Trudeau’s new beard, candidates for the new five dollar bill, the legacy of OISE’s Dr. Bonnie Burstow (RIP) and anti-psychiatry, birth tourism, Toronto’s Trampoline Hall, and the cancellation of George Clarke by the University of Regina.

Fresh from the holidays, the hosers discuss whether hockey culture is exclusionary, what you need to do to win the Order of Canada, the motive of the Toronto Serial Shitter, Health Canada’s #fellowkids moment, hijinx at the Ripley Aquarium, Amazon delivery in the GTA, Canadian gynaecological care, and a CBC point/counterpoint on modern feminism and selfie culture. Apologies for the relatively low quality and onslaught of topics- this is our very first episode!