Like the show? Become a Patron today ! On today's episode: the drama continues in the CPC leadership race, Canadians must not take their democracy for granted, and a tragic story out of Calgary serves as a reminder that racism and prejudice are deeply rooted in our systems. Follow Rodger on Twitter Follow Shailene on Twitter
On today's episode, Joe is joined by writer, artist, and 2SLGBTQ+ activist Adam Zivo, who is on location in Ukraine. Adam shares what he's seen so far, including his narrow escape from an area under heavy shelling from the Russians. Like what you hear? Become a Patron today. Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Adam on Twitter
Like the show? Support us on Patreon! Pierre Poilievre's "pay-as-you-go" approach to spending might work in the home, but not in the government. Inflation continues to rise, and while corporate greed might be one of the contributing factors, only government policy can be the solution. Santiago tries to convince Rodger that the Greens are relevant, but Rodger remains highly unconvinced.
On today's episode, Rodger and Santiago pull back the window dressing solutions the Trudeau government are offering on climate change, transportation and labour relations. Then they head to Colombia to talk about Gustavo Petro's incredible victory in the Colombian presidential election and what lessons can be learned by Canadian progressives.
Like the show? Support us on Patreon. Rodger is joined by Peter Bergmanis, Chair of the London Health Coalition, to discuss what’s at stake in privatizing our healthcare and how we can fight it. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________
Like the show? Support us on Patreon . This week we're joined by Washington Post columnist David Moscrop and commentator, columnist, and True North fellow Andrew Lawton for a postmortem on the Ontario election. Why went wrong, who won, and who lost? About David Moscrop David Moscrop is a contributing columnist for The Washington Post , the host of the podcast Open to Debate , and the author of "Too Dumb for Democracy? Why We Make Bad Political Decisions and How We Can Make Better Ones." Follow D...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Toronto District School Board Trustee and 2021 NDP Candidate Norm Di Pasquale drops by the studio to chat with Rodger and Santiago about all things that plague our society and politics, and how we can all do better. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! We’re in our feelings about this election as we enter the home stretch. We talk all things election Ontario and the big plans of the parties. Then, we’re joined by Andy Kroeber, NDP candidate for Elgin-Middlesex-London to discuss his riding and what the good people of the region need from Queen’s Park. Santiago steps in to guest co-host. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Fan of the show? Support us on Patreon ! We’re joined by former Ontario and federal Minister of Health Tony Clement and (newly) former ONDP MPP Rima Berns-McGown to discuss all things Ontario election and just who Ontarians should select on June 2nd. About Hon. Tony Clement The Honourable Tony Clement is a former Minister in the Stephen Harper Government federally, and the Mike Harris and Ernie Eves Governments in the Province of Ontario. During his time in the House of Commons (2006-2019) Mr. C...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! June 3rd is coming fast and furious. Where do the polls stand and can red or orange break through? Can the NDP find the winning message? Then, we’re joined by Sam Kaplun, Independent candidate for MPP in Eglington-Lawrence. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! New season, new format, new schedule. We’re joined by Jess McLean to discuss her new show on the New Left Media Network. The Ontario Liberals propose the NDP’s policy they opposed last year. Th PM made a surprise trip to Ukraine. Conservatives gather for an unofficial debate — the result is, we all lose. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Roe v. Wade looks dead in a huge setback to reproductive rights in the US. While our struggle is different, equity in access is already a major issue and nothing is guaranteed. What can be done now to prevent regression in Canada? _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! The PCs, Libs, and NDP aren’t the only choices on the ballot in Ontario — two right-wing parties are also vying for your heart. The Ontario Party (headed by Canada’s biggest goober) and the New Blue Party are battling out which can be more reactionary and draw the kook crowd. The fight now comes with Trump endorsed star power! _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Doug Ford has unveiled his platform budget and it is filled with surprises! If we didn’t completely forget about political promises/actions 15 minutes after they happen, some might even call him a hypocrite. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Our systems fail us. They resist change by nature and uphold oppression. This week, a report on Canadian antisemitism and the name change of a Toronto university illustrate the challenges of systemic change. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________
Fan of the show? Support us on Patreon . There is a lot of political posturing on the plight of the Uyghur people. We’re joined by Darren Byler to cut through it and discuss what life is like for Uyghurs under colonialism in Western China, in the diaspora, and what we can do to support their struggle. About In the Camps China’s High-Tech Penal Colony How China built a network of surveillance to detain over a million people and produce a system of control previously unknown in human history. A cr...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! The NDP unveils it’s policy platform, the Ontario Liberals jump into the culture war debate, and the NDP loves trees 200 million times more than Stephen Del Duca. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Ontario E-Day is coming and no matter the result at the ballot box, the ONDP caucus at Queen's Park will look different in the next sitting of provincial parliament. Some MPP have chosen not to run again, some have been barred, and some have lost a contested nomination. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! We’re back from hiatus! Ontario election fever is sweeping the province — we cover what’s shaping up in the race and what is yet to come as we race towards EDay. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! It's April Fools Day and it's Carbon Tax Increase Day! It's unlucky timing for the tax increase, with gas prices through the roof Conservatives will be on a rampage of blame. The budget drops on April 7th, expect it kick off a serious debate on defence spending and present the first real test to the NDP-Liberal Confidence and Supply Agreement. Then, what private member bills should we be watching as they work their way through the House of Commons? ________...
Fan of the show? Support us on Patreon ! Each week, we’ll bring you a panel discussion with Canada’s leading journalists, columnists, politicos, and change-makers discussing what’s happening in the newsphere. This week, we’re joined by Professor Radhika Desai and MP Peter Fragiskatos, to debate the role of NATO in a changing world and Canada’s place in a changing NATO. With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continuing, what does the conflict mean for the future of the alliance? About Radhika Desai Dr...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! The race for Conservative Party leader is heating up as the endorsements roll in and the battle lines are taking shape. Patrick Brown announces his campaign co-chair, former CPC MP & Canadian Alliance Interim Leader John Reynolds, a Harperite. Is Brown signaling to neocons that he’s their guy? What does conservative internationalism mean for Canada? Santiago guest co-hosts! _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Santiago on Twitter _________...
Fan of the show? Support us on Patreon ! Infant food insecurity. In Canada. In 2022. Author and academic, Lesley Frank joins us to discuss her research and book, Out of Milk , Infant Food Insecurity in a Rich Nation. Why is it that the most vulnerable among us go hungry in one of the wealthiest nations in the world? How deep does the problem go? What can be done about it? About Out of Milk: Infant Food Insecurity in a Rich Nation “Did you ever go to bed and wonder if your child was getting enoug...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! The Ford government proudly announces a new deal that will bring thousands of EV battery manufacturing jobs to Windsor, but declines to answer questions as to how much the province is giving the corporations in incentives. Then, CEO of Blackrock Larry Fink lays some major predictions on shareholders in his annual letter in response to the war in Ukraine — the end of globalization, distress to supply chains, and increased inflation. What does it mean for Can...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Unifor accuses former president Jerry Dias of corruption in the saddest story in labour today. Then, the battle to unseat Jason Kenney is heating up. Will he lose his premiership in what may be the largest political convention in Canadian history. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Yesterday’s announcement of the details of the Supply Agreement between New Democrats and Liberals paves the way for certainty in government for the next three years and delivers hard won change for Canadians. We explore the agreement and the politics around it. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Fan of the show? Support us on Patreon ! We're joined by Cory Johnston, host of The Mind of a Skeptical Leftist, to discuss his journey to the left from a Conservative upbringing, the politics of Saskatchewan, and Anarchism. About Cory Johnston Cory is a podcaster & youtube creatorwho comes at politics and theory from an anarchist lens. When not creating content for you to enjoy, he spends his work days as a laborer in the oilfields of conservative Saskatchewan. Follow Cory on Twitter Find &...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Rodger’s back and two more Conservatives jump into the leadership race, taking the total to eight. Who are they? Does it matter or is it a race between Brown/Charest and Poilievre? CP Rail employees go on strike and the government immediately threatens to force them back to work. Can labour laws be fixed to protect the right of workers to strike? _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Rodger’s still on Spring Break so Santiago is filling in. We cover OPSEU and Ontario colleges and universities avoiding a strike what does it mean for students, faculty, and politics? Then, the government is lifting the testing requirement for border crossing. The timing is odd, no? _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Fan of the show? Support us on Patreon ! Each week, we’ll bring you a panel discussion with Canada’s leading journalists, columnists, politicos, and change-makers discussing what’s happening in the newsphere. This week, we’re joined by Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion & Liberal MP for Windsor-Tecumseh Irek Kusmierczyk and commentator and columnist Andrew Lawton, to debate the invocation of the Emergencies Act. Was it justif...
