Ask the History Buff
Ask the History Buff is a podcast produced by Lynette Bloedow, Owner of ChristianRoots Canada. I am a transplanted Canadian from the West Indies into Canada by choice. I have become curious about Canadian history from a Christian perspective. I research biographies and tell stories with passion and compassion about the Christian INFLUENCERS I discover. Many of them have left substantial legacies in Canada. I change BORING Hi(story) into EXCITING STORIES. I research the EVENTS in which these influencers participated and how those have impacted our Christian history over the course of generations. That’s why I call myself The Curious Canadian History Buff. I don’t claim to be the last word on History. I encourage you to do your own research. At the same time, feel free to pick my brain or to challenge my information. I might learn something I did not know. I would love to have you along for this exciting journey.
Episodes
October 31 is not only Halloween, but Reformation Day. Today we'll be looking at Reformist John Calvin and the French Huguenots' ties to Canada.
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For the Thanksgiving write-up: When people think of Thanksgiving, pilgrims, and turkey often come to mind. It turns out that Canada's Thanksgiving story is quite different than America's. But more importantly, you will learn that giving thanks to God is a Canadian tradition older than our country. Join the community! Sign up for our newsletter: christianrootscanada.org/newsletter/ Submit your questions to t.ly/a4pcU or info@chris...
September 30 is National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. This episode we're looking at John Norton, a Mohawk chief born in Scotland, mentee of Joseph Brant, veteran and hero of the War of 1812, and Bible translator.
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Part 2 of our exploration into the life & legacy of Alexander Mackenzie, Canada's second prime minister and 'stainless statesman'.
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Jacques Le Fevre d'Etaples was a French scholar who wanted to reform the church from within.
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Alexander Mackenzie, "Canada's stainless statesman", was our second prime minister. A strong Christian, stonemason, and politician, he left an amazing legacy and example of when Liberals were Christians.
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Col. John By was a British-Canadian engineer. The Rideau Canal, the result of his brilliant mind, is considered to be ‘one of North America’s best navigable waterways’. Despite dying in disgrace, his legacy lives on. We will explore his impact in Episode 9 of Ask the History Buff. Submit your questions to t.ly/a4pcU or info@christianrootscanada.org and they could be answered on the show!
Thayendanegea (Joseph Brant) was a Native Canadian celebrated in Burlington on the first Monday in August. He was a Mohawk warrior, Bible translator and negotiator with Britain for his people. We will dive into his amazing story on Episode 8 of Ask the History Buff.
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Part 2 of our investigation into the life of John Graves Simcoe. We explore the compassion behind his actions towards slaves, natives, and settlers alike. He was also a creative figure who possessed the foresight Ontario needed to become what it is today.
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Recently John Graves Simcoe has become a controversial figure. But why? An abolitionist, he accomplished much for Upper Canada (Ontario) in terms of infrastructure and laid the foundations of Canada today. Submit your questions here or to info@christianrootscanada.org, and they could be answered on the show!
On July 7, 2024, the Curious Canadian History Buff was invited to share her testimony with a church in Lake Talon, Ontario. Tune in to hear what inspired her and the discovery that led to ChristianRoots Canada!
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After the British Conquest, St. Jean-Baptiste Day was not celebrated until the 1830s. It soon became a part of French Canadian identity.
It was politicized during the Quiet Revolution and all religious aspects were consequently stripped from it.
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You may have noticed that last episode we wished you a Happy Dominion Day instead of Canada Day.
Believe it or not, “Canada Day” was the result of an attempt to ERASE our Christian Roots. Read the full story here.
From sporting events to Remembrance Day celebrations, Canada’s National Anthem is an iconic tune recognized around the world. It actually originated in Quebec!
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St. Jean-Baptiste Day is observed only in Quebec. The Curious Canadian History Buff thinks it should be a national celebration! Find out why on the very first episode of ChristianRoots Canada’s podcast, Ask the History Buff! Read the full story here.
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