Angry White Dad Podcast

Episode 34: RED ALERT DUKE FANS! THIS IS NOT A DRILL! Coach K is Retiring! Plus, Social Media Can Ruin Your Day; Kawhi & PG Survive & 76ers May Be In Trouble

June 09, 2021 23:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

In this episode, I discuss how social media can ruin your day and we need to be conscientious of its affect on our lives. I also give my thoughts on Coach K's retirement announcement plus I discuss a few of the NBA Playoff games. June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, please visit the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation to learn more Visit Hire BIPOC if you are looking for crew members Visit the Angry White Dad Website for more content! Make sure to check me out o...

Episode 33: White People Are the Worst...They Equal What Slipknot Said; The NBA Needs to do Something About Their Fans; Plus, June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada

May 31, 2021 18:00 - 29 minutes - 19.9 MB

In this episode, I get some of my feelings about white people in North America off my chest. First, I get into the atrocities that were the whole Residential School System in Canada and the role of the Catholic Church and their refusal to take ownership of that role. I also get into what has been happening from "fans" at NBA games and their treatment of the players. Finally, I discuss how June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada and what I hope to do to raise awareness. Visit ...

Episode 32: Awesome Conversation with Tom Stevens, Podcaster on the Rise at the USUK Podcast Network Plus Mount Rushmore of Metalcore Bands

May 19, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 74.7 MB

In this episode, I speak with Tom Stevens, from the USUK Podcast Network, as they are on the rise! We have a free-flowing conversation touching on a myriad of topics including: South Park, Scotland's push for Independence, differences in health care, gun control and policing between UK, Canada & US, the brilliance of John Oliver & the Pittsburgh Steelers. Plus, we go over our Mount Rushmore's of Metalcore. Make sure to go to the Angry White Dad Website for more information! Be sure to ch...

Episode 31: Our Unconscious Bias in Hair & Clothing; Mandatory Paid Sick Leave is Not the Answer; Universal Basic Income is the Answer; Plus Promo for Out of Boundz Podcast Live Feed on Thursday

April 27, 2021 18:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

In this episode, I discuss how we have unconscious biases in how we want people to dress and wear their hair in certain settings and how that needs to change as well as try to explain the inadvertent racism within these "rules". Then I get into a discussion about the Liberal's Mandatory Paid Sick Leave Bill being struck down and how it actually was not the answer we needed. I then explain how Universal Basic Income is the answer we are looking for. At the end, I play the promo Joe and I r...

Episode 30: Space Jam 2 Looks Good (Right?); Voting Rights Are Under Attack In the US; Plus Mount Rushmore of Pop-Punk with Joe McDonnell

April 07, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 48 MB

In this episode, I sit down with Joe McDonnell, my co-host on the Out of Boundz Podcast, to discuss Voting Right within the US now that Georgia has passed Voter Suppression Laws. First, they start with a discussion of the Space Jam 2 Trailer and whether they are excited for that movie or not. Then they end with a discussion about the Pop-Punk genre and the bands they have on each of their Mount Rushmore's. There are some bands you have heard of (Blink-182, Green Day, etc.) plus a Canadian...

Episode 29: COVID NCAA Tournament Is Here, White People Need To Stop Hiding Behind Terrible Excuses For Their Racism Plus Coping With Loss & Reaching Out To The People In Your Life As Well As The Estranged

March 18, 2021 20:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MB

In this episode, I discuss the disgusting trend of racism from white people recently as well as the terrible excuses they are trying to use. I then discuss how 2021 has been tough and that we should all be reaching out to those in our lives as well as the ones that have become estranged. Then I finish with some thoughts on the NCAA pushing ahead with the tournament and the fact that the players should be compensated as they are the reason the tournament has gotten as big as it has. Make s...

Episode 28: Happy International Women's Day! Sexist Pastors Can Get Out of Here, Change Is The Only Constant & the Evolution of Social Media Influencers (Clip from Charity Stripe Commentary)

March 09, 2021 01:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MB

It's International Women's Day! In this episode, I discuss the disgusting human being that is "Pastor" Stewart-Allen Clark and how women should not stand for men like this. I lament on the fact that we need more women in power and change is the only constant. We need to accept change if we are to progress as a society and human race. Then I play a clip from the Charity Stripe Commentary where Marcus, Trey and I discuss the evolution of Social Media Influencers. Make sure to check me ou...

Episode 27: Facebook Controls Who Sees Your Content, Doug Ford Wants You to Consume Alcohol at 7-11 & America Deserves Better Representatives than Ted Cruz and his GOP Cronies

February 20, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

In this episode, I discuss how Facebook controls who sees your content and how they block anything they deem negative regardless of context or nuance. Then I discuss how Doug Ford is trying to get alcohol into the 7-11, but not to take home; you have to consume at the store. Finally, I want Texas and surrounding areas affected by the blackouts to stay safe and remember the leaders like Ted Cruz and similar GOP Representatives that have shown they do not care about their constituents as wel...

Episode 26: Market Talk with Trey (GameStop Stock Edition)

February 01, 2021 19:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MB

In this episode, I talk with Trey Hill, from the Charity Stripe Commentary & Out of Boundz Podcasts, to discuss the current topic dominating the news, GameStop stock, as well as investing and the market as a whole. Since I have a Financial Industry background, Trey wanted me to explain things to him. There are differences between the Canadian and American Financial Industries, but there are common practices that retail investors can use to ensure they are being safe in the market while att...

Episode 25: Real Talk with Marcus (Let's Get Uncomfortable Edition) & Sports Talk

January 24, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

In this episode, I talk with Marcus Wilson, from the Out of Boundz Podcast and Charity Stripe Commentary, so that we can dig deep into the black and white issue of racism in the US and Canada. We get into the very uncomfortable conversation regarding legislation of the N-word that I felt was very enlightening into context and the nuance of language. At the end, I added our off-the-cuff sports discussion that we had before we got into the important stuff. We discuss the ridiculousness of t...

Episode 24: Sports Talk with Dan (Bills Playoff Edition)

January 10, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MB

In this episode, I sit down with Dan Pecora from the Snowflake Sports Podcast to discuss the Bills first playoff win in 25 years! We end up talking about other things aside from the Bills such as: how Dan became a Bills fan (and when), his Raptors fandom, how NBA rest affected him seeing a certain NBA star and how he gets screwed by Market Blackouts all the time. Enjoy the conversation!

Episode 23: Real Talk with Joe and Marcus (What is Happening in America? Edition)

January 07, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 70 MB

In this episode, I talk with my good buddies, Joe McDonnell and Marcus Wilson, from the Out of Boundz Podcast and Charity Stripe Commentary. Joe provides a history about the transfer of power and Capitol Hill. Then we discussed the events that transpired on January 6th, 2021 at Capitol Hill in Washington, DC and what it means about the last 4 years, the current situation and the future going forward.

Episode 22: Ontario's "Lockdown", The Ipperwash Crisis & Raptors "Defence"

January 06, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

In this episode, I talk about the current Ontario "lockdown" as well as Doug Ford's true allegiances which includes Mike Harris and his disgraceful past. Then I breakdown the Raptors loss to the Celtics and ask, "Why isn't Matt Thomas playing?"

Episode 21: Resolutions and Plans for a Better 2021

January 01, 2021 15:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

In this episode, I talk about what I am going to change about myself and the pod in 2021 as well as a teaser of some plans for what I want to do. Happy New Year!

Episode 20: Ripped, Riffing and Ripping New Ones...

December 30, 2020 21:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

In this episode, I return to riff on a few different items that have angered me or peaked my interest. These include: the need to stop equating social programs with an Autocratic government uprise, how stupid the Ontario Conservative government officials seem to be (*cough* Rod Phillips *cough*) and Jason Kenney blaming the CERB for an uptick in drug overdoses. Then I finish with a discussion about the need for the NCAA to stop hiding the money and pay the athlete-students, how we need to ...

Episode 19: Real Talk with Trey (COVID-19, Politics, UBI & Canadians are fake nice)

December 06, 2020 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

In this episode, I sit down and have a discussion with Trey again (from Charity Stripe Commentary & Out of Boundz Podcast). We talk about the Adamson BBQ situation and he compares it to what has happened in the US before the election and how it's changing since Biden won. We go over the differences between the US Two-Party system and Canada's multiple parties and how Republicans and Conservatives run on fear. We learn that Americans know a lot less about Canada than Canadians know about A...

Episode 18: Let’s Audit the Tories’ Motives and NFL Week 12 Picks

November 27, 2020 20:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

In this episode, I discuss the motives and hypocrisy of the Conservative Party of Canada calling for a full audit of the CERB program while requesting the preliminary audit of wage subsidy applications be stopped. Then I give my Week 12 NFL picks (including the Thanksgiving games) and some thoughts on each one. Further discussion of Week 11 NFL action can be found on the Out of Boundz Podcast.

Episode 17: Vaccines, Tuskegee Syphilis Study, Shady Pharma CEOs & NFL Week 11 Picks

November 21, 2020 02:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB

In this episode, I talk about my thoughts on why all this news about vaccines and whether it signals the end of the pandemic while also discussing the Tuskegee Syphilis Study and the absolute creed and unsavoury practices of the executives at the major Pharmaceutical companies. Then I give my NFL Week 11 Picks (check out the Out of Boundz Podcast for more in-depth NFL coverage).

Episode 16: A Little Less Condescending, A Little More Compassion...Plus NFL Week 10 Picks

November 12, 2020 23:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

In this episode, I talk about how I need to re-evaluate how I've been discussing topics and groups of people. I need to be more willing to meet people where they are and society needs to do more work when it comes to vetting their news sources. I also give my NFL Week 10 Picks. My thoughts on Week 9 were discussed on the recent Out of Boundz Podcast with Joe.

Episode 15: What Is Sadness...Rest In Knowledge Alex Trebek

November 10, 2020 01:00 - 9 minutes - 6.83 MB

In this short episode, I discuss my thoughts and feelings about the passing of Alex Trebek. I also talk about how we need to follow his lead in the pursuit of knowledge.

Episode 14: Real Talk with Marcus & Trey (Biden Victory Edition)

November 09, 2020 18:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

In this episode, I talk with my cohorts on the Charity Stripe Commentary and Out of Boundz Podcasts (from Sideline Coverage), Marcus & Trey. We talk about the 2020 Presidential Election results as it was announced that Biden won. We also talk about: the last 4 years, the last week, problems within the voting process, what changes should be examined, is Biden a Democrat, and much more!

Episode 14 Trailer: Real Talk with Marcus & Trey

November 08, 2020 01:00 - 4 minutes - 2.81 MB

This is the pre-intro talk between Marcus, Trey and myself for Episode 14 coming shortly!

Episode 13: Voting and Election Reform with NFL Week 8 Recap and Week 9 Picks

November 06, 2020 19:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MB

In this episode, I discuss how we should be looking at our Electoral processes and the potential for Voting Reform. Then I talk about the NFL's Week 8 and make my Week 9 picks. We can get through this and the only way to get through this is together...

Episode 12: Sam Oosterhoff doesn't believe in COVID-19, Raptors 2021 Home, NFL Week 7 Recap & Week 8 Picks

October 28, 2020 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

In this episode, I discuss the Sam Oosterhoff family gathering (potentially a super-spreader event), where the Toronto Raptors should play their next season, highlight some things about the NFL's Week 7 and make my Week 8 picks. I end off with some thoughts on how we need to provide a voice to the voiceless. We can get through this and the only way to get through this is together...

Episode 11: Comedy, Film, Bill Burr and Mt Rushmore of Rappers with Mark McNally

October 25, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MB

In this episode, I sit down with Mark McNally where we talk about some experiences in the stand-up comedy scene, wonder what has happened to the understanding of nuance, and what it was like to meet Bill Burr. We also discuss Mark's experiences in the film industry including what it is like to work on superhero TV shows (Titans and The Boys). We then finish off with our Mount Rushmore of Rappers.

Episode 10: Mi'kmaq Treaty Rights, NFL Week 7 Picks, My Lighter Side?

October 21, 2020 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

IT'S MY 10TH EPISODE! The White History Month segment has to do with the Mi'kmaq Treaty Rights Dispute happening in Nova Scotia. Then I go over the Week 7 slate of NFL games before imploring everyone that has the right to vote, and has an opportunity right now to vote, to get out and vote. We will get through this together...we must come together to get through this...

Episode 9: Get the COVID Alert App, Florida's dumb, NFL Recap & Preview and #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay

October 14, 2020 18:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

In this episode: I talk about why you should get the COVID Alert App; how Ron DeSantis' decisions are dumb and so is Florida football; a recap of Week 5 in the NFL as a preview of Week 6; plus, why Canada should change Thanksgiving to National Indigenous Peoples Day. Let's be intellectuals!

Episode 8: Pandemic Thanksgiving Special!

October 11, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 73.8 MB

In this special Thanksgiving episode, I talk to my dad, Ross, and sister, Patricia, over Skype to talk about the love of sports instilled in us at a young age. We talk about the NHL Draft and Bubble as well as how Hockey Canada is screwing this up (plus our beef with CHL rules and the importance of the AHL). We also delve into the fallacy that is the Student-Athlete and we should be better helping the kids coming up these days. LeBron James, Rich Paul and Maverick Carter are the exception...

Episode 7: #WhiteHistoryMonth & Education Inequality, NFL Week 5 Picks & Titans COVID Problems...

October 08, 2020 18:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

In this episode, my White History Month segment has to do with Education Inequality. Then I give my Week 5 NFL Picks as well as my thoughts on the Tennessee Titans inability to control their COVID outbreak. Referenced: Malcolm Gladwell's Revisionist History Season 2 Episode 3 - Miss Buchanan's Period Of Adjustment

Episode 6: NBA Finals, White History Month, NFL Week 4 & NCAA Targeting Punishments

October 06, 2020 18:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

In this episode, I give my thoughts on the NBA Finals Game 3 as well as LeBron's pursuit of the all-time playoff assist leader. Then I delve into my first segments of White History Month for October 2020 (Russell Township incidence and Orange Shirt Day/Canada's Residential Schools) with a game of White Privilege "I Have Never...". I end with my Week 4 results from my NFL Picks and thoughts on reform of the punishment dished out for targeting in the NCAA.

Episode 5: Stupidity of #SinghSellout, Week 4 NFL Picks & NBA Finals Thoughts

October 02, 2020 16:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

In this episode, I talk about the stupidity of #SinghSellout trending as Singh is just looking out for those being left behind by the dissolution of the CERB. Then I discuss my feelings about Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills 2020 season before giving my Week 4 NFL picks followed by some NBA Finals thoughts.

Episode 4: Don't be scared by fees, Communism isn't bad & NFL Players

September 24, 2020 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

In this episode, I talk about a few different items that require everyone to look beyond what is presented to them. I talk about the fact that not all Investments Fees are equal and why Investors should not be scared of them. I talk about the misinformation spread about Communism and Marxism. Then I finish with a discussion about why NFL Players make the decisions they do despite the potential danger to their body.

Episode 3 - We Can't Stick To Sports & America Supports Socialism...

September 20, 2020 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.09 MB

In this episode, I talk about my thoughts after reading Matthew Stafford's piece on The Players' Tribune. Then I talk about the hilarity of the Relegation System used in European Football versus the system used by the sports leagues in North America.

Episode 2 - Announcements, Updates & NBA Thoughts

September 16, 2020 18:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MB

In this episode, I will be making an announcement that has some impact on this podcast. I also clarify some comments I made on the Charity Stripe Commentary Podcast as well as I dive deeper into my Raptors thoughts. I wrap it up with some thoughts on Kawhi Leonard and the LA Clippers collapse against the Denver Nuggets.

Episode 1: The Inaugural Episode

September 11, 2020 18:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

This is the Inaugural Episode of the Angry White Dad Podcast. In this episode, I will introduce myself as well as discuss a few items. The first item is the Texans-Chiefs Thursday Night Game. Then some quick-hitters about Monday Night Football removing Hank Williams Jr. and some thoughts on Justin Trudeau and the potential for the Conservatives to call an election.

The Inaugural Episode