The Rubber Boots Podcast

In a very special stand alone edition of the 'Week That Was' we sit down with TSN 1050's Matthew Cauz as he recounts the ordeal he went through on his trip to, and return from, South Africa.  Matt tells the boys about receiving the news of travel bans while already abroad, shines some light on how South Africa has treated the pandemic, and tells us why he feels they have been scapegoated with this new variant. 

Jimmy recaps his experience in Regina, and contemplates getting a guitar for his background after seeing Lester's new setup. Puffy tris to differentiate between listeners and viewers, Stoff nails the onion read, and we summon Bump (aka Mr Noodle) for our CFL discussion.  18 years later… we look back at #NippleGate, and highlight the epic moment it overshadowed. PLUS: Feline Rankings, Week That Was, Things I Saw On Twitter, I Read It On Reddit, and Listener Mail #CFL #TSN #Regina #Bump #Guitar #TearlessOnions #WhereIsPuff #LynxMating #Cats #FelineRanking #JanetJackson #JustinTimberlake #SuperBowlXXXVIII #RefStreaker #Streaking #RubberBoots #ProphylacticNation

Curling legend Jennifer Jones joins the pod following her clutch victory at the Olympic Curling Trials.  After Jennifer gives Puffy the business for showing up late, we chat about the qualifying process, her favourite curling memories, and we learn the role a particular candy plays in their matches.  #JenniferJones #Curling #Beijing2022 #OlympicCurling #CurlingCanada #TeamCanada #COC #Olympics

Roddy returns… nothing else matters.  Enjoy the pod. #CFL #GreyCup #TSN #RodSmith #BFFofthePod #GreyCupStories #CFLPlayoffs #TalesFromTheOlympics #SportsDesk #TheIncident #ForgottenHypotheticals #NoodlesRobe #RodSmithRecap #TheTube #LastCall #NightCap #ChristmasLights #DoubleBrooksie #LiveAuction #TimBoyle

Jimmy talks about mystery shows from his childhood, which led to an odd career aspiration, Puffy ponders if less laws can lead to stability, and Stoff has an issue with the acting on The Simpsons.  The guys discuss whether shows should include the pandemic in their storylines, we learn of a crazy drama that may soon be a tv show, and attempt to figure out whatever happened with that dingo.  James suggest You might be a Dexter rip off, while Puffy begs for Morning Show spoilers.  #ACryInTheDark #UnsolvedMysteries #InSearchOf #OmarRaddadAffair #Contagion #SexyPandemic #MorningShow #You #Dexter #TheSimpsons #Yellowstone #Flaked

Jimmy recaps Hall Of Fame Weekend, Puffy reveals the circumstance under which he'd be willing to cut off his finger, and Lester shares his breakup tune (Taylor version).  The Rubber Boots Balloon Challenge odds are out… and the boys react!  James looks to auction off his game worn ties, puff celebrates a win, and we get an impromptu bonus episode of 'The Lester and Stoff Show'.   The guys argue over which decade had the best music, we get a MTV Cribs tour of James' Office, and tease our new spin off pod called "Rubber Dingo Baby". PLUS; Week That Was, Things On Twitter and introducing… What's In The Box!!! #HockeyHOF #HOF #HallOfFame #TSN #Hockey #TaylorSwift #AllTooWell #TaylorsScarf #TaylorsVersion #MTVCribs #WhatsInTheBox #BalloonWorldCup #Dingo #DingoAteYourBaby #EvilAngels #CryInTheDark #LesterAndStoffShow #ForestGump #Jenny

The boys take a critical look back at the final episode of Season 1… Jimmy questions the final game, Stoff has a problem with the flashback sequence, Lester takes issue with the final scene, and Puffy wonders if he could have guessed the pin.  We take wild guesses, point out the shows flaws, attack the creator of the series, look for easter eggs, and tackle the issues of fairness and morality. 

Jimmy is in pain…or in the pen… we're not really sure.  James tells us he can't cough, sneeze nor laugh, reveals what the worst job in the world is, and lashes out at Dave Gosse in a drug fueled rage.  Puffy has a bold proclamation about Jimmy's performance on the pod, while Lester has his own theory after James gives us a MTV Cribs style tour of the facility.  We read YOUR responses as our listeners talk their (beep) after learning their Battle Of The Network Stars match ups. PLUS: The Week That Was, and TikTok Saves Lives! #HerniaLife #LiveFromTheHospital #MinimumSecurityFacility #Bump #BattleOfTheNetworkStars #MTVCribs #PenisSize #TikTok #KidnappingSignal

An Episode So Funny… It Hurts… Literally.  No time for pleasantries.  The guys are 3 for 3 on their respective predictions, and are keen to make more, including a bold proclamation from Stoff.  Jimmy shares first rule of television, Lester has a Star Wars parallel, while Puffy wants to see the bridge game come to life.  The guys pick their vest numbers, explore a possible plot hole, and James teases his hernia surgery tales for Thursday's podcast.

Puffy serves a 5 minute suspension to start the pod, which provides the perfect opportunity for Jimmy to tear into him.   Once we get going James reveals the inspiration behind the first song he ever wrote, Lester shares an embarrassing Halloween story, and Puffy learns that Black Licorice is more dangerous than cocaine.  We chat candy, monkeys, scorn lovers, and reveal our Battle Of The Network Stars match up. PLUS: Things I Saw On Twitter, Betsafe Breaking News and Rubber Boots Reacts! R.I.P. Taffy #DeadlyLicorice #Monkey #Goldfish #HalloweenCandy #ScornedLover #MaggieTheMonkey

This Episode focuses on episodes 5 & 6 of 'Squid Game', we encourage you to watch those episodes prior to listening.  Jimmy tries not to play spoiler, so he provides clues from other shows and movies.  Puffy takes umbrage with further overacting in the series,  Lester doesn't disappoint when it comes to the episode recap, while Stoff has disappointing news for the organ thieves. The guys assign odds for the overall winner, review disappointing ends to other series, and discuss real life ramifications of Squid Game in schools.

Jimmy reveals his biggest weakness, Puffy is shocked to learn what AMA stands for, Stoff takes a stand against TikTok, while Lester is about to score a hatty.  Brooksie makes a prediction about the Leafs season, and we discuss how much one should tip at Bulk Barn.  We learn about the 'Great Astrology con', celebrate bevies from back in the day and, James pays tribute to his little buddy, and friend of the pod, Budhha (RIP).  Next Week on Rubber Boots Reacts: Most Misheard Lyrics of All Time PLUS; Things I Saw On Twitter, I Read It On Reddit, Things That Brooksie Says and TWO BRAND NEW SEGMENTS! #TSN #AMA #NewCoke #OldDrinks #PopShop #Wink #Fresca #ChipTrunkFries #Astrology #WhatsYourZodiacSign #BulkBarn #Tip #Leafs #TikTok #Reddit #SocialMediaWars

Lester recaps episodes 2-4 of Squid Game in our Lesterpedia segment.  Stoff likes the show but noticed some plot holes, Puffy says he'd watch Tug Of War in real life, which results in Jimmy wanting to start a league.  The guys choose their honeycomb shapes, and ponder how the Episode 4 cliff hanger ends. 

James is looking for old songs with double entendres, after revealing the real meaning behind Lester's song 'Hello'.   Puffy has an idea for growing youth sport,  while Lester is up against the clock, again.   The boys salute Rod Black, consider creating their own 'Balloon' competition, and try to figure out how Netflix makes its money.  PLUS; Things I Saw On Twitter, What You Watchin' and Listener Mail #BalloonWorldCup #SpikeBall #Rubbercathlon #Flaked #Maid #RubberMaid #LetMeHoldYourHand #Hello #RodBlack #Netflix #FrancescoDeLaCruz

**Although we cannot legally enforce this, we strongly encourage you to watch Episode 1 of the Netflix Series 'Squid Game' BEFORE, I repeat, BEFORE listening to this podcast** In our first instalment of Rubber Squid: The Podcast Dedicated To Analyzing The Squid Game Series, Jimmy begins the pod by discussing sharing earphones with a loved one… don't worry, eventually they get to the show; Puffy has a hot take he cannot remember… James can't remember what's in Episode 1… Lester remembers everything… and Stoff can never forget. Homework For Next Tuesday: Episodes 2-4

It was a looooong summer, so long in fact that Jimmy has dedicated all of Season 7 to telling us all about it.  In instalment one of 'Jimmy's Summer Adventures' James tells us about his epic 8 hour Uber ride.  Puffy hits a snag with his rental property, Lester uses whatever time he is given to speak to recap his summer shows, and Stoff learns his car problems may be genetic.  Betsafe.net returns as our title sponsor … and why wouldn't they?  We tackle the real issues, like; Can you actually be good at Rock Paper Scissors?  So sit back, enjoy, and Season 8 will be here before you know it! PLUS; Things I Saw On Twitter, What You Watchin' and Puffy's Hypotheticals.   #SquidGame #Uber #UrbanMeyer #Season7 #NFL #RockPaperScissors #GiGiBuffon #SummerAdventures #BetSafe

The guys look back at the season that was, Jimmy recaps his latest golf round, and Brooksie makes her last appearance of the season.  Stoff debunks happiness, Lester lets fame go to his head, and Puffy brings up a hypothetical that, ahem, 'involves' our listeners.  Mare Of Easttown is the cause of more controversy, we turn to TikTok for the weather, and look back at the early days of the internet.  We dedicate the end of the pod to the conclusion of the Platinum League, as we look back at the year that was, bring on our Champion Jeff Laughlin, and unveil the grand prize he will receive!!  We also tease next year's Arranged Marriage League PLUS: Things On Twitter, Puffy's Hypotheticals, and Listener Mailbag!!!

James tells a story of survival, we learn Brooksie is moving in on Jimmy's turf, and we get a shocking new development in the battle for the master bedroom.   Puff becomes concerned bout his vaccine, but manages to squeeze in the pod amidst a busy season in the Major Leagues.  Stoff introduces a new segment, which comes with tons of built in flaws, meanwhile Lester flexes his segue game.  The guys wonder aloud if they could keep quiet about found money, and debate what float Lester would be on should the Habs go all the way.   All this and multiple cliff-hanger endings!!! PLUS: Things I Saw On Twitter, What You Watchin, Listener Mail and the debut of "Shows I Read On Wikipedia" #BallRubbing #Survival #FirstAid #Vaccine #MLB #TheShow #Wikipedia #Habs #CouplesGolf #DogsInBed

When Two Become One.  We salute our two finalists, and bid farewell to last weeks higher seeds.  Jimmy tells us of his first gambling experience in the 80's as the guys spontaneously preview Canada's World Cup Qualification chances in the Octagon, and Duthie must fight for his future in the Talent Division as a showdown with Puffy looms.  We draw the seven props that will decide who will wear the sacred Mighty Ducks jersey.  Twenty-two weeks, thousands of participants, countless Gold Bars… and now it all comes down to this!  Good Luck Jeff and Andrew!!  #Final #Championship #BestOfSeven #PlatinumLeague #NHL #NBA #WNBA #NWSL #Euro2020 #CopaAmerica 

Jimmy makes a new friend, travels to the depths of Costco, and considers making his own sleeping pill.  Meanwhile, Puffy wants James to start a new reality show,  shares a deep secret with the listeners, and takes issue with national monument.  Speaking of taking issue, Lester doesn't seem to care for Stoff's latest homage to him.   The boys cover all the bases, from great whale escapes to debating if there can truly be a "Canada's Team" in the NHL. PLUS: Things I Saw On Twitter, Listener Mail and…The Return Of Puffy's Hypotheticals!!! PLUS PLUS: Stay tuned for a bonus What You Watching: This or That Showdown… after the podcast concludes!