The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds 417 - Eddie Haymour (live)
Feb 19, 2020
Guest Eddie Haymour, a Lebanese Canadian with a dream, discusses his unconventional plans to build a Middle Eastern themed amusement park despite opposition and roadblocks. The chapter also delves into racism, legal troubles, and negative stereotypes faced by Eddie, as well as a bizarre visit to a creationist dinosaur attraction.
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The Dream House and the Island
- Eddie moved to British Columbia and built a lavish house, drawing criticism from locals.
- He bought Rattlesnake Island, intending to build a Middle Eastern-themed amusement park.
The Amusement Park Proposal
- Eddie presented his amusement park plans, including a mini-golf course, pyramids, storytellers, and a giant camel with ice cream.
- Despite local opposition and concerns about diapers in the lake, the council agreed to help with a ferry dock.
Construction and Opposition
- Local opposition grew, with concerns about the park disrupting peace and a tire barge.
- Eddie continued building, exploiting a zoning loophole by not stopping construction for over 90 days.