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The controversy over the Edmonton Eskimos team name took centre stage Tuesday on an episode of the Jim Jefferies Show.

In the episode, the Australian comedian travels to Edmonton to speak with local fans to find out if the name ought to be changed. He also speaks with members of an Inuit community to get their thoughts on the issue.

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The episode also details the history of residential schools in Canada, and highlighted a March 2019 apology by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for the way Inuit in northern Canada were treated for tuberculosis in the mid-20th century.

‘Change the name’

When it comes to the team name, it seems fans are open to compromise.

“My position on it is, if they want to change it and they feel victimized by it, and if that’s what they want — I will support that,” said Section O’s Matthew Machado, one of the fans interviewed.

“If it’s felt needed to change the name, change the name,” said another fan.

“F—— Canadians … they’re just so reasonable!” exclaimed Jefferies.

You can watch the clip below.