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From John To Justin

Craig Baird
Join me as I look at the politics of Canada, from the time of Sir John A. Macdonald to Justin Trudeau. I look at every prime minister, every election, every opposition leader, every governor general and every premier. See why some made their marks, why some are terrible, and learn all the crazy stories of our political history.
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Episodes

The Alberta Elections [Part Five]: A Time of Changes

While the era of Ralph Klein from 1993 to 2007 brought stability, the next 15 years would be a time of change, falling governments and more in Alberta. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/ca...

May 29, 202358 min

The Alberta Elections [Part Four]: The Lougheed-Getty Era

The Progressive Conservatives came to power in 1971, ending 36 years of Social Credit rule in Alberta. For the next 22 years, there were only two premiers, Peter Lougheed and Don Getty. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhi...

May 22, 202358 min

The Alberta Elections [Part Three]: The Social Credit Years

After sweeping into power in 1935, the Social Credit Party ruled Alberta for the next 36 years, primarily through the leadership of Ernest Manning. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadi...

May 15, 20231 hr 13 min

The Alberta Elections [Part Two]: The UFA Years

The Liberals were pushed out of power, never to come to power in the province again. Their loss was the gain of a new party, the United Farmers of Alberta, who would govern the province for the next 14 years. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok: https:...

May 08, 202324 min

The Alberta Elections [Part One] - The Liberal Era

When Alberta became a province, its first political dynasty was the Liberals, who ruled the province for 16 years. This would be the party's only bit of success in the province, and have never led the province since. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok...

May 01, 202330 min

Manitoba: Robert Atkinson Davis

The fourth premier in four years for Manitoba, he was only the second to go through an election. He was instrumental in the transcontinental railway going through Winnipeg, and in paying off the provincial debt. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok: htt...

Apr 26, 202314 minSeason 5Ep. 24

Manitoba: Henry Joseph Clarke

The third premier in Manitoba's history, he was a man who wasn't especially popular and whom never got along with the Lt. Governors of Manitoba during his time as premier. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTu...

Apr 19, 202314 minSeason 5Ep. 23

Manitoba: Marc-Amable Girard

Marc-Amable Girard was the leading Francophone in the early Manitoba government. He served as premier twice, and was close with Louis Riel. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistor...

Apr 12, 202316 minSeason 5Ep. 22

Manitoba: Alfred Boyd

Alfred Boyd was a man who didn't get along with Louis Riel, the founder of Manitoba, and he didn't want Manitoba to be a province. It may also be a stretch to call him the first premier of Manitoba. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok: https://www.tikt...

Apr 05, 202312 minSeason 5Ep. 21

The Elections of PEI

Today, I am looking at every election that happened in Canada's smallest province, from 1873 to 2019. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Want to send me something? Craig ...

Apr 01, 20231 hr 37 min

Candice Bergen

An MP out of Manitoba, respected for her peacemaking abilities, she took over as the interim leader of the Conservative Party and Leader of the Official Opposition following the resignation of Erin O'Toole. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @[email protected] Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Want to ...

Mar 22, 20239 min

An Interview With Erin O'Toole

As we take a three-week break between looking at premiers, I have some different episodes coming out. The first is my interview with former Opposition Leader Erin O'Toole. My interviews are non-partisan and focus solely on the life of the individual, not the politics. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Th...

Mar 15, 202326 min

British Columbia: Robert Beaven

Serving as the fifth premier of British Columbia, he was only in the post for less than a year. Nonetheless, his political career overall was much longer. He served three terms as the mayor of Victoria, and 24 years in the B.C. Legislature, having a major impact on the history of the province. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter:...

Mar 08, 202317 minSeason 5Ep. 20

British Columbia: Andrew Elliott

Andrew Elliott suddenly found himself the premier of British Columbia and immediately won the next election. Unfortunately, his time as premier was defined by the poor finances of the province and the failed promises of the government on the railroad. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://ww...

Mar 01, 202313 minSeason 5Ep. 19

British Columbia: George Walkem

The third premier of British Columbia, George Walkem actually served two different terms, with a break in the middle. His time as premier was dominated by his efforts to get the railroad built in British Columbia. He then had a long career on the Supreme Court of British Columbia. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/...

Feb 22, 202318 minSeason 5Ep. 18

British Columbia: Amor De Cosmos

The second premier of British Columbia is also one of the most famous premiers the province ever had. Calling himself Lover of the Universe, Amor De Cosmos was a major reason that British Columbia joined Confederation. He pushed for responsible government & free enterprise but today is remembered for his racist attitudes and later mental breakdown. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canad...

Feb 15, 202323 minSeason 5Ep. 17

British Columbia: John Foster McCreight

John Foster McCreight was born in Ireland, lived in Australia and eventually found his way to Victoria. Happy with his law books, he was suddenly chosen to become the first premier of British Columbia. He was never comfortable, nor popular, in the job. As a result, his time in the big seat was short. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] T...

Feb 08, 202311 minSeason 5Ep. 16

Nearly Prime Minister: Paul Martin Sr.

For over three decades, Paul Martin Sr. served as a cabinet minister for three different prime ministers. While he tried to gain the post of prime minister, he was unfortunately never successful. Nonetheless, he had a massive impact on Canada and his son would achieve the dream of becoming prime minister. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: craig@canadaehx....

Feb 01, 202327 min

Nova Scotia: William Pipes

We have reached the fifth premier of Nova Scotia in our series. He was actually the sixth premier, but as Sir John Sparrow David Thompson was already covered on the podcast, I skipped him. Pipes spent two years as premier, and spent most of that time trying to keep the province from going bankrupt. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twi...

Jan 25, 202316 minSeason 5Ep. 15

Nova Scotia: Simon Holmes

The fourth premier of Nova Scotia, he guided the province of Nova Scotia into the 1880s but he was constantly frustrated by the Liberal dominated Upper House, and the poor finances of the province. Nonetheless, he brought in several changes to the province. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: http...

Jan 18, 202312 minSeason 5Ep. 14

Nova Scotia: Philip Hill

During his time as premier, the man who switched from the Conservatives to the Liberals attempted to bring in a provincial college, and build a railroad, but failed on both accounts. Overall, his time was seen as a failure as the province fell into fiscal despair. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Thread...

Jan 11, 202313 minSeason 5Ep. 13

Nova Scotia: William Annand

The second premier of Nova Scotia served for several years, but overall accomplished little while in power. His time in power is remembered for his constant opposition to Confederation, and for his failure to expand the railroad lines of the province. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://ww...

Jan 04, 202315 minSeason 5Ep. 12

Nova Scotia: Hiram Blanchard

The career of Hiram Blanchard lasted almost 20 years in the Nova Scotia Assembly, but his time as premier was only three months before he lost in Nova Scotia's first election. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx Y...

Dec 28, 202211 minSeason 5Ep. 11

Talking With Steve Paikin

Today, a special episode of From John To Justin as I chat with Steve Paikin. Steve wrote a book on John Turner, our 17th Prime Minister. It is an excellent book about a fascinating man. We chat about the book, Turner's life and his impact on Canada. Buy it here: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/john-turner/ Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: www.canadaehx.com/shop Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Mastadon: @canadaehx@cana...

Dec 21, 202240 min

Alberta: John Brownlee

The last UFA premier of Alberta, and the longest serving one, John Brownlee is most remembered today for the sex scandal that ended his political career. In reality, his work to gain Alberta control of its natural resources forever changed the future of the province. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Thr...

Dec 14, 202226 minSeason 5Ep. 10

Alberta: Herbert Greenfield

Herbert Greenfield supported farmers in Alberta, leading him to join the UFA. That would eventually result in his appointment as premier, despite never wanting to pursue politics, or the premiership. He served for four years as the first premier for the United Farmers of Alberta. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/c...

Dec 07, 202220 minSeason 5Ep. 9

Alberta: Charles Stewart

The third premier of Alberta, Charles Stewart holds the distinction of being the last Liberal premier (to date) of the province. During his short time as premier, he would make changes that last to this day, before moving on to federal politics. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.thre...

Nov 30, 202219 minSeason 5Ep. 8

Alberta: Arthur Sifton

The second premier of Alberta came to the post after a scandal brought down the previous premier. Formerly the Chief Justice of the province, Sifton would bring in women's suffrage (reluctantly) and prohibition before moving on to federal politics in 1917. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https...

Nov 23, 202224 minSeason 5Ep. 7

Alberta: Alexander Rutherford

Alberta's first premier was instrumental in Edmonton becoming the capital of the new province, and the establishment of the University of Alberta in the city as well. He only served for five years, but his role in Alberta education was immense. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threa...

Nov 16, 202224 minSeason 5Ep. 6

Prince Edward Island: Neil McLeod

The fifth premier of Prince Edward Island, Neil McLeod had a 14 year career in the Legislature, including a brief period as premier, before returned to his first love...the law. Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx...

Nov 09, 202212 minSeason 5Ep. 5
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