Nick, you sound like a really nice guy and i'd have that beer with you no matter what. However, the fact is that the employer smells because his contract is/was to selfishly protect himself only, and because his poor interviewing techniques prove he's looking for white faces only and that never mind his farce email correspondance with me.
Ring, Ring...
Odar: Hi, this is Odor. Are you Gibson?
Me: Hi. Yes, I am.
Odar: Where are you from?
Me: Canada
Odar: When can you come?
Me: Tomorrow.
The point is that he never bothered asking any pro questions on my qualifications or experience and he had my CV. So, how good could the place be?

Cheers and beers to edutainment at Odor Omeida "College" :Lol