Are the Edmonton Eskimos Canada’s Redskins? - The Jim Jefferies Show

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[@seanbinkley7363]

As an American, it was remarkable how open the 'Eskimo' fans were to hearing and accepting another argument. No one in the States seems capable of admitting they could be wrong about anything.

[@Raider768]

@James Bond The utter lack of self-awareness here is stunning. I mean, you completely fell into the American caricature OP was describing. Amazing.

[@2011blueman]

@James Bond You're the typical Fox News viewer that is simply incapable of rational thought or self-reflection. You're exactly who the OP was referencing.

[@sarahsiddiqui9591]

Most Canadians are like this. Were open to a civilized and educated discussion. I moved to Miami and Ive been called a communist just for having an opinion atleast 7 times in the last 4 years.

[@goldengodbod7706]

truth!

[@poolsoup6650]

subtle username replace Americans with people

[@MexicanJesus1998]

(Whispers) “Did we actually small pox them? I didnt know that shit” 😂 funniest quote Even offensive Canadians are nice and intelligent

[@UmarWazir]

Also, note the use of "smallpox" as a verb!

[@CZW]

That guy is one of THE BEST people ever interviewed...period.

[@MexicanJesus1998]

b10rain Did you not watch the video and went straight to the comments? “We” is the Edmonton Eskimo fan referring in general as Canadians

[@MexicanJesus1998]

b10rain Geezuz... Of course not all people from an era are responsible for the crimes committed during but it’s part of the nation’s history so if you call your self part of such nation then you take on that history too. Just make sure you dont repeat it

[@Volvandese]

@b10rain yeah, a white Canadian referring to white Canadians as "we" truly is the height of horrifying racism. Why didn't we all see before that this is the real problem? How could we have been so foolish?

[@Vashy434]

When he says "I just shot myself in the foot didn't I?" I was actually blown away by his self awareness. Like when someone can say something that may be a bit racist and is like "No wait, I am wrong" that is what the world needs.

[@AnimalLover101195]

Honestly this video was a rollercoaster from start to finish and I absolutely love it

[@artypyrec4186]

I'm not used to that as an American I was kind of expecting 'it is our right and culture'

[@Sold.Out.For.Freeee]

Very very true.

[@kuzzbillington6392]

I think when the education level rise above kindergarten and IQ levels get closer to 3 digits, self awareness and the ability to reason is born. Or maybe you just need to live near pine trees?

[@brmbkl]

or when they said "that's not helping our argument at all" or when the guy said "we actually smallpoxed them". this proves to me the guy is rational, and not ego-driven. you don't see this in US disagreements. kudos to those guys.

[@Ranger8744]

LMAO It's like trying to break a fight between two people just to find out they weren't really fighting!😂😂

[@ekkolizer9765]

Ranger this is so underrated

[@pinksapphire.2262]

Oh I can say is that from there it has gotten worse

[@bogiberson2558]

Meanwhile a few feet away there’s a policeman abusing a person of color

[@thabanimashego5825]

Well said

[@JaredCollins87]

"I just shot myself in the foot, didn't I?" Lololol

[@edwardmarlowe7926]

Perfect

[@danchase859]

At least he’s honest about it. Really refreshing change of pace from here in america.

[@stulora3172]

I could imagine, no, I know a large number of people who shoot themselves in the foot, curse, then shoot themselves in the other foot, then whine about only having two feet (it's the immigrants!) and then start all over.…

[@roj6895]

What’d he say

[@AxelLeJeff]

Yeah, dude admits to arguing in bad faith, awesome, wish more in the US could do the same.

[@CaseyFinSF]

I learned more about Inuit people and Canada in the 7:00 mins of this video than I learned in the last 50 years.... thanks Jefferies, well done, me bucko!👍🏻🍻🍻🍻

[@Twocrudedudes]

@The-Man-Who-Chortles I'm guessing he's talking like a pirate, and forgot a comma

[@Virjunior01]

I learned the difference between the words in elementary school, and never forgot it. I'm 37.

[@Virjunior01]

@Jon O not sure if it worked for my generation

[@CaseyFinSF]

@Jon O I learned more than you because you didn't pay any attention to this video, did you? I learned that people like you who want to be politically correct all the time are asshole either their head firmly planted WAY UP THERE. Now how could I be so rude you ask? Did you hear what the two Inuit gals said about the Edmonton Eskimos name? They liked it because it made them feel like it was Their Team because of the name.! In other words they really dont care like you do. And if that's the case then I would venture to day you didn't learn shit, you just like talking shit.♨️♨️👉🖕👈

[@CaseyFinSF]

@The-Man-Who-Chortles Surely you jest, but don't call me Shirley...LMAO🤣🤣🤣🤯

[@myself047]

The amount of time the guy in the middle realized what he is doing wrong was fantastic cause couple of months ago when the segment about Washinton Redskins was shared I could see that Americans inherently think that they are the greatest in all aspect and anything they do is not wrong even when faced with facts. But Canadians, on the other hand, think in a kind and healthy manner. No wonder they are loved and adored by the world unlike USA who is hated by most.

[@daveyhouston]

True even by americans at least us black ones !

[@bigiron7547]

Lol you know nothing of my country, Lots of great people here who arnt like that and by you saying that makes you the one who thinks he knows everything Everyone hates the US? So why does everyone come here? We have the highest rate of immigration Bc our country is the greatest that is a fact my friend Stay in your country where your boyfriend tickles your ball bag

[@myself047]

@@bigiron7547 Your entire message just proved my theory. And please, unlike you I actually read news you homophobic.

[@vincememmo9583]

Dude, you are lost in the sauce

[@simon6495]

@@myself047 It's so spot on it almost looks like he meant it ironic lol. What an idiot.

[@pop5678eye]

Redskins fan when confronted by the racial offense of their team name: 'You can't change our name! It has a hundred year old history and many fans would be hurt by you trampling on tradition! The whole genocide of native Americans is made up!' Eskimos fan when confronted by the racial offense of their team name: 'You're making good points. Our country has done horrible, horrible things to the indigenous people.'

[@zainzaidiisking]

That right there is the main difference between Canada and America, canadians are willing to change their views when presented with logic, reason, facts and concerns; American beliefs will never change no matter how many facts are presented to them!

[@bulldawgirwin8384]

@@zainzaidiisking Not all of us, it's just being nuanced and thoughtful doesn't get you on American t.v. Also Canada gave us Stephen Crowder so... :)

[@peterpiper47]

pop5678eye I’m American. Literally no one has ever said that Indian genocide didn’t happen.

[@zainzaidiisking]

@@bulldawgirwin8384 hahahah yeah I have no defense for Stephen Crowder

[@peterpiper47]

gothicman03 You have Invalidated your conscriptions in a most unscrupulous nature in the highest order. You have a misconstrued distorted perception of reality.

[@luiswhatshisname7667]

change the name to Canadian Inuits and pay royalties to the Inuit communities to address the problems they have.

[@elurk]

You Sir, Whatshisname (had to do it), just made a very fair point!!!

[@theresakleinfelder566]

Yes I agree..

[@hippolimbicoVIII]

That's actually a grand idea! I agree.

[@dannyboy1707]

I agree with the royalties tho i would want to ask if the Inuit people would want the name change though

[@Ravishrex1]

Just the Inuits!

[@HerveBoisde]

Those 2 ladies were adorable. Especially when the mom blushed when he was talking about roughriders and lube!

[@thecorndoghero7329]

She's enjoyed many a rough ride

[@vhsfilms5577]

Why are Canadian such a good people!! I'm jealous... Hmpf.

[@ericbartol]

Must be the close contact with the Inuit people.

[@SGGCREATIVES]

@@ThePauprinceaz09 And...?

[@ThePauprinceaz09]

@@SGGCREATIVES And what ... I said it ... It's fact ... You got something to say.. say it Is it a lie..NO .. ls it wrong or misleading .. NO if not STFU ... #FACTS

[@SGGCREATIVES]

@@ThePauprinceaz09 😂 how am I going to live my life after someone has been mean to me on social media!?? 😂😂😂

[@kooskoekemoer]

@@ThePauprinceaz09 Here is a fact for you, Shaka Zulu had an army of 50000 warriors. Can you guess what the army was for? Sitting around and eating carrots all day? No, they were attacking neighbouring tribes which resulted in a massive death toll, killing the woman and children everyone who comes in their path. This makes your statement invalid, because Shaka was a black man and he had slaves too. Shaka buried people while still alive, this is a fact. You can't hate Zulu people today for what Shaka and Dingaan did 200 years ago and they do not have to apologize either because they weren't even there.

[@cctomcat321]

I love these dudes seeing their argument fall apart in front of their eyes and totally accepting it. That's logical thinking. Take note.

[@WiseWordsbyWiki]

Holy shit, I think this is the first time I've seen people in these things admit that they are in the wrong and be aware of history.

[@Team3dward132]

Holy shit, did you see that guy admit to someone with a different opinion was making valid arguments. I'm moving to Canada. Oh, 🇨🇦

[@myotiswii]

USA: We want to change it Vs. No we will never change it Canada: We can change it if it bothers you Vs. Nah, it's fine

[@atiajulia4028]

This actually works in one-on-one arguments too, just...de-escalate. I still believe there is something good in people.

[@cctomcat321]

@@atiajulia4028 there is, it's just getting harder and harder to find. Honestly, I don't think a good portion of the population was equipped for the arrival of the internet. Information overload mixed with confirmation biases and the all to natural Dunning-Kruger effect and you get flat earthers, Confederate apologists and overall conspiracy theorists on the rise.

[@curtist919]

Except in America wealthy white liberals want the redskins renamed but polls show Native Americans either like the name and want to keep it or the don’t care. Nobody in America is offended except virtue signaling white millionaires

[@cctomcat321]

@@curtist919 depends on the poll. Depends on the person. We have reservations up here, I've asked, they don't take kindly to it. Of course not everyone is going to have an issue with it. That would be unrealistic. And the irony of any conservative saying we shouldn't cater to the minority is hilarious.

[@Yesnog05]

Man, those Canadian fans put the Washington Redskins and the Cleveland Indians fans to shame!

[@MrVijay0611]

@James Bond You are right Mr Bond. Indians call themselves Indians. Indians who call themselves Indians outside India are Indians who went outside India but are still citizens of India. The people you are referring to are Native Americans. They were never Indians.

[@CHRISTIANNWO]

@James Bond, Native Americans usually refer to themselves by their tribe. Indians is a word the Spanish mistakenly called the Natives.

[@neilkristjansson8477]

@James Bond I am a real native and while yes, some of my people do call themselves Indians, the sentiment and self-identifier is not universal. Some call themselves native, some call themselves indigenous, some use First Nations, some call themselves by the name of the tribe. It's better to be as specific as you can, because the variety in tribal cultures is as vast as the difference between Germany and England, despite both being predominantly white countries. People are nuanced. Don't be an ignoramus.

[@casono]

"Whats a roughrider?" DMX is shouting in my head.

[@brainflash1]

Actually Jim, the name Eskimo was given to them by other Native Americans. Its a Cree insult that translates to "Eaters of raw meat".

[@saucemansrsrnad5888]

I hope we're right at the next party.

[@neilstone8037]

I’m part black foot Native American on my Dad’s side

[@mememe5231]

Jon O while you are correct about linguists agreeing that eskimo now means “ to net snowshoes “ you are incorrect about the inuit eating cooked meat. Except for those that have adapted the western way of life. Those that still live the way their forefathers did eat mostly raw seal meat, blood and whale blubber also raw or fermented. Supplemented with raw fish and berries when they were available. So get off your high horse

[@lucianolatouche6776]

And that’s why I love Canada!

[@andreaskarlsson5251]

@@ThePauprinceaz09 yes yes, what is your point when replying to a guy that says he loves Canada for being reasonable...

[@chrisbroguiere3593]

I just watched this it was classic! Jim Jefferies congratulations on your Emmy awards. You are on your way to becoming a legend! Comedycentral better start paying you more!

[@kalanaherath3076]

Despite originating from the same historical area, Australia's culture and Canada's culture seem to be as mutually opposite as two cultures can get! Amazing

[@Chris.Pontius]

"Although the name "Eskimo" is commonly used in Alaska to refer to all Inuit and Yupik people of the world, this name is considered derogatory in many other places because it was given by non-Inuit people and was said to mean "eater of raw meat." Linguists now believe that "Eskimo" is derived from an Ojibwa word meaning "to net snowshoes." However, the people of Canada and Greenland prefer other names. "Inuit," meaning "people," is used in most of Canada, and the language is called "Inuktitut" in eastern Canada although other local designations are used also. The Inuit people of Greenland refer to themselves as "Greenlanders" or "Kalaallit" in their language, which they call "Greenlandic" or "Kalaallisut." Most Alaskans continue to accept the name "Eskimo," particularly because "Inuit" refers only to the Inupiat of northern Alaska, the Inuit of Canada, and the Kalaallit of Greenland, and it is not a word in the Yupik languages of Alaska and Siberia."

[@giovannipieve5603]

which explains why in the US no one considers it a slur. I was shocked when a canadian got upset at me for using it.

[@ICantThinkOfANameB]

3:00 is one of the best things I've ever seen. And I'm proud of that guy for actually acknowledging it and not just bullshitting. Oh, he's Canadian. Now if America can do that.

[@Mad_S]

This is probably a good time for you to mention that there is a big situation going on currently with missing women in the native communities.

[@alayibosemenitari257]

Lol Redskin fans would have already shouted his ears off half way through...

[@AlmostaFlipinSkater]

They sure did when The Daily Show did the same segment on them 5 years ago! Hahaha kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqCuY3eId9OeaJY

[@atibaprovidence]

The Canadian Roseanne twin and her sister seem really nice.

[@FussyPickles]

What's interesting is when I was in Canada the word "indian' when applied to aboriginals was extremely racist. Surprised they didn't mention it (though you can see the EE fans wince when Jeff does)

[@ExoticTurtle3]

@James Bond In the northern parts of the US they dont like that term very much.

[@royaneekhalil6488]

@James Bond They can call themselves whatever they want- you on the other hand can't. It's called the difference between self deprecation and rudness.

[@mcnasty_2k38]

OMG he really said "the Munich Jews " 🤣

[@NatoJacobs]

criminally underrated show. also cheers to those fans they were so genuinely human

[@mileslaw]

This is the most Canadian thing ever

[@andressuarez3079]

Nice reflexion Jim, you even made me doubt about my opinion. You are smart bud.

[@freez1ngsapper]

Is... is this what reasonable discourse looks like?

[@istiles1]

Great segment Jim! Love their reactions.

[@keepdancingmaria]

I laughed so hard while learning gobs. Thanks Jim!

[@marthaviracocha2040]

Ha ha ha, looking for some controversy? Then do not go to Canadá. Such a great people, so reasonable.

[@donniebrasco7305]

What surprised me a lot is there's all bunch of paedophiles in there.I follow this Justin Payne Pedo-hunter KZbin channel,and he works overtime.Who would say.

[@daveyhouston]

WTF are you talking about!?

[@donniebrasco7305]

@@daveyhouston you talking to me?If so,just search on KZbin Justin Payne channel.

[@TheTopTurnchuckle]

I find the end rather touching. It's so incredibly small, but I love how sympathetic the Inuit family is to Jim mistakenly saying Eskimos, and Jim correcting himself.

[@imforallz1593]

My new favourite show in this lockdown...good on you mate

[@berkpick]

it's almost like we just shouldn't use any racial group as mascots...

[@db-wt8lb]

I dunno ... you don't think "The Alabama Crackers" wouldn't be a good team name? "The Mississippi Racists"? They could pick a fan out of the crowd to be the mascot for each game ... . Maybe some people will start to look at it differently, especially after a few embarrassing incidents involving some over-zealous fans, and people might start to get some perspective ...

[@danbingham3011]

I still like the fighting irish.

[@TheJaps2011]

then people will say they are not being represented enough, that they want diversity

[@stimihendrix3404]

d b birmingham church bombers

[@TheJaps2011]

@Shockheadd45 so if it was an all Inuit team, the name would be OK? So basically the name is not the problem is that some people are more worthy than others to use certain words to identify themselves?

[@ChucksterOLove]

Does that mean I have to stop using the phrase 'Eskimo brothers'?? 😃😉😀

[@donelion6459]

This is why we need more native Americans and indigenous northern tribes in North American politics

[@marylandlax3]

As a Canadian that fucking sorry at 4:17 couldn’t be more accurate 😂

[@AsifTown]

I love the guy in the middle, he realize his views were contradicting and was open to change. If this was Americans they would be in denial, refuse to look at the facts, say shit like it’s our history or heritage etc.

[@shanewalton8888]

I'm an Edmonton native. Nice to see you visited there. We loved the Eskies!

[@lordlucius1341]

My dark side was expecting him to say The Auschwitz Ashkenazis next

[@nathanlandolt5505]

Hahaha... You're going to hell in gasoline soaked shorts

[@emorydaniel9084]

And as of yesterday, the Edmonton football team as known as the Elks. That seems like a nice compromise to keep the EE on the helmet

[@rg9810]

Your slowly but surely gaining back my respect Jeffries. Keep it up lad

[@David_Fellner]

"Wait, did we really smallpox them?" That sounds like something a cartoon villain would ask one of his servants. And yet the guy turned out to be so reasonable!

[@carboncubss]

Every clip I watch, makes me feel happy someone else sees things the way they are. and find a way to have fun with it. Maybe more people will see the light.

[@weirdo337]

I honestly want the depressed penguin on a T-shirt or something, I love it

[@TheWorld_2099]

Best segment ever...! Thank you for showing that reasonable people still exist. (Message sent from desperate USA)

[@robertruehlmann3667]

Makes me happy to have friends in Canada!

[@calnommer]

this made my day, my week, my month.

[@maxodin557]

Dear Lord, what happened to Canada? It's like a bunch of Ned Flanders over there..

[@matthewwelker9815]

the "im scared" got me!

[@zacharia1446]

“........We are soorry.” 😂😂😂😂

[@AnimalLover101195]

That bald guy in the middle is truly the MVP of this whole series. :enters 'you know what that is...growth' gif:

[@Theonlymayz]

Best show on TV /KZbin

[@chiloveradiouncut]

I'm obsessed with this show!

[@Fr4ncM]

That Innuit lady enjoyed Jim's jokes a lot! LMAO

[@susanweisheit68]

Your show is underrated, great segment

[@ArthurKnight1899]

man this was wholesome af! i love it!!

[@kostonforever2005]

Wow, Canadians are so much more reasonable than us

[@marcuswatson4910]

That younger Eskimo lady’s voice is so pretty

[@KptnHaddock_]

Yeah -inuit- innit? *hint hint*

[@avijitdatta9655]

Respect to you Canadian, from Bangladesh ❤❤

[@colaboytje]

Wow, I didn't know Eskimo was a slur.

[@Cruxador]

It's not a major slur like some others it's just that it's not their own name for themselves.

[@killsourenemy]

It's not. My adoptive father is Inupiaq eskimo. I was a member of an Inupiaq dance group. My father's family has flown from Alaska to visit us. No one takes even the slightest bit of offense when they are called an eskimo.

[@Narutass43]

It's not considered a major slur, but some people don't like it because it's a name given to them by others that means (if I remember correctly) "flesh eaters"

[@MiguelVicoR]

"Eskimo" refers to any native of the arctic circle, Inuit are specifically the ones from the north of the american continent.

[@PaulSmith-qs1es]

Eskimo is just what the Algonquin tribes called the Inuit.

[@sorencyrano1413]

Not quite right, but very close. Inuit refers to the descendants of the Thule culture which now resides in Canada, Alaska and Greenland. Greenlanders will probably look at you funny if you claimed they live north of American continent.

[@indrafardian435]

I repeated this one many time, somehow i like this vid

[@R18matt]

Strong finish Jim ya beanbag lmao. Another great segment

[@wegarmonsen4168]

A true gem of a video! :D

[@AvangionQ]

Canadian people are a whole heck of a lot more reasonable than we are ...

[@conmal2891]

AvangionQ sample size of 6 really show that

[@AvangionQ]

@@conmal2891 Sample size of the internet shows that.

[@haraldisdead]

The granny Eskimo was adorable af

[@m0rfans]

I love the way the guy used "smallpox" as a verb. :-)

[@dudedude3335]

This is such an underrated channel

[@TheSiemek]

I can't believe it. Sports fans actually aknowledge something that they disagree in the beginning and start to think about it differently. Mindblowing!

[@huygan7185]

Superb.

[@mistouko]

"American style controversy" :D

[@istratedanut]

The word Eskimo derives from phrases that Algonquin tribes used for their northern neighbors. (wikipedia) Not a white origin term.

[@mastie7922]

This was the most Canadian thing I ever saw in a while

[@OhighOSkater]

Damn it Canada. Why are you always so nice and reasonable. Much love to you all

[@drewdowns7128]

Us Gov did the same thing.

[@djxeroic1436]

I'm and American and I didn't know that the word Eskimo was considered racist. I was always taught that the actual term is Inuit and that the word Eskimo was just considered a bit archaic/anachronistic, but not a racial epithet or anything like that.

[@lisabus3852]

Ooh Canada, you guys are awesome!

[@robertaclark6079]

Everything I learn about Canada and Canadians makes me more interested in moving there to live, despite the cold.

[@andreaskarlsson5251]

I honestly had no idea that Eskimo was a slur. I just thought it was the name of a certain group of people. xD

[@vincegarcia4236]

I’m Indian, I rock Skins gear all day. I feel that older lady.

[@romainviry3185]

priceless comedy. priceless people both Inuits and Canadian citizens

[@Sly88Frye]

Wow! That was pretty unexpected. I wish we Americans were more willing to understand and be more flexible about change.

[@castle7689]

*So maybe if they want to keep the name, they should as a rule only choose Inuit players*

[@MorganVsTheInternet]

I love how they don’t take it as a personal attack their actual trying to understand and learn

[@jojodede8712]

Both sides are chill af, one “If this name is offensive we will change it!” The other side”it’s okay of it stayed we think about that team as our team!!”

[@rumplestiltskin9675]

I love how reasonable these people are

[@flashbotai262]

I read about Eskimo in books in my school

[@roseharvey2664]

Fans that are willing to think and actually do care if something offends another group. Though maybe this doesn't offend them, it's always a good idea to find out. It's so sad that lady was taken away from her family, this is so recent not talking generations ago.

[@thales6790]

I don't know any canadian, but I love those guys

[@inn0cencel0st]

😁 🤣 That was fun 🤣

[@RockinRabbit66]

I Love this guys. I really do. Canadian way is the smartest way.

[@dbsk06]

Just discovered him WOW he’s good

[@bivaman]

At least Canadians can admit their mistakes. Its amazing that an imaginary line drawn on a map can be so powerful, and separate stupidity from common sense

[@EvilPandaGMan2]

That was so.... reasonable...

[@KingTray1000]

I didn't know anything about this, so sad