Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Rodger’s on Spring Break so Santiago is filling in. Patrick Brown slams Pierre Poilievre’s pst support of the niqab ban and other Harper era platform pieces that play on Canadians base fears and islamophobia. Pierre strikes back. Then, a strike is all but certain for Ontario university faculty. What does it mean for students and faculty? _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Mar 16, 2022•34 min•Season 4Ep. 117
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Global governance, often the domain of economists, bankers, and those with tin foil hats is essential if humanity has any hope of facing the existential problems of today. We need strong, democratic institutions, and a global voice for and of the people. Long resigned to science fiction and the aspirations of tyrants, can we build a global government that drives humanity forward? One that creates a more fair and just world? We’re joined by global governance...
Mar 15, 2022•42 min•Season 4Ep. 116
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Jean Charest is in and putting his bet on pipelines! Gas prices are HIGH. This is among the clearest day to day manifestation of corporate greed affecting Canadians. Charest shirks questions on Bill 21. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is addressing the House of Commons tomorrow and the Prime Minister is introducing him. Will he use the opportunity with all eyes on Ottawa to make a major announcement? Maybe Kiefer Sutherland, Tommy Douglas’ grandson, should ru...
Mar 14, 2022•27 min•Season 4Ep. 115
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Conservatives are popping up left and right to seek the leadership. What does it all mean for the future of the party, the country, and the left? _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________
Mar 11, 2022•20 min•Season 4Ep. 114
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! The Russian invasion of Ukraine has created a humanitarian crisis. 1.5 million people, mostly women and children, have been displaced with many fleeing across the Polish border in pursuit of safety. NLR Counterpoint panelist Adam Zivo from the National Post is reporting on the ground and joins us to tell us what he’s seen and experienced as the conflict rages on and the human toll compounds. Follow Adam on Twitter Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twit...
Mar 10, 2022•30 min•Season 4Ep. 113
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! With government making the decision to return to 'normal', workers are at risk of surveillance, job loss, and more. What's at stake? The Conservative leadership race is shaping up — buckle up, it's going to be a long one. It looks like Pierre Poilievre won't be running unopposed. Then, we're joined by Tiffany Balducci in the CUPE Ontario Union Hall to discuss the latest IPCC report on the climate crisis, what labour's role is in a just transition, and how w...
Mar 09, 2022•37 min•Season 4Ep. 112
Fan of the show? Support us on Patreon ! A life and career of fighting to amplify voices of young people demanding change has lead Irwin Elman to seek to become the NDP MPP for Don Valley West — former Liberal Premier Kathleen Wynne’s riding. What does his race look like and what can be done to pry this seat away from the Liberals? About Irwin Elman Irwin Elman is an award-winning child and youth advocate running for Ontario’s New Democrats in Don Valley West. Elman was the Ontario Child Advocat...
Mar 08, 2022•41 min•Season 4Ep. 111
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Rodger’s still on hiatus so Santiago steps in to discuss the cost of gas, and the licking of the lips of those who love oil & gas while Canadians struggle to fill the gas tank. Joe Biden's State of the Union speech focused on 'Buy American'. What does this mean for Canadian workers and the future of industrial policy? _________ Follow Santiago on Twitter Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Mar 07, 2022•34 min•Season 4Ep. 110
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Rodger’s on hiatus so Santiago steps in to discuss the Bank of Canada raising the overnight interest rate and the apocalyptic IPCC report that has been overshadowed by current events. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________
Mar 04, 2022•33 min•Season 4Ep. 109
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Pierre Poilievre makes his case that Canadian oil is the solution to the invasion of Ukraine. Maybe Conservatives want to run government like a poorly run business. Max Bernier brings the Nazi heat. Links Why the left shouldn’t underestimate Pierre Poilievre - Oliver Mackenzie, Canadian Dimension Pierre Poilievre—Harper but with fangs bared - Mitchell Thompson, The Breach _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Mar 03, 2022•29 min•Season 4Ep. 108
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! The race for leader of the Conservative Party of Canada may be decided already — or not? We're going old school with some names being tossed out as contenders. Is it all an effort to create the illusion of competition? The Ontario election is coming. Joining us in the CUPE Ontario Union Hall, CUPE Ontario President Fred Hahn joins us to talk about Ford's plan to scrap license plate tag renewal and forego $1 billion in revenue. Follow Joe on Twitter Follow R...
Mar 02, 2022•33 min•Season 4Ep. 107
Fan of the show? Support us on Patreon ! What does freedom look like? Is it the stuff of mask mandates and vaccine passports or the yearning to self-direct the destiny of a people? Can we say that policing is democratic? How do we effect real change in our world? Former Toronto City Councillor and NDP MP, and current Executive Director of the Institute for Change Leaders, Olivia Chow joins us to discuss. About Olivia Chow For over thirty years, Olivia Chow has been an effective and well-known pu...
Mar 01, 2022•44 min•Season 4Ep. 106
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Imperialism is imperialism is imperialism. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has made for a harrowing few days and brought up interesting questions for the left to grapple with. Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________
Feb 28, 2022•28 min•Season 4Ep. 105
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Russia has invaded Ukraine. The Trudeau government gets the Emergencies Act passed, then just days later cancels it. What’s the deal? Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________
Feb 25, 2022•32 min•Season 4Ep. 104
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! The Emergencies Act passes after Ottawa has been cleared. Why do we still need it? Is it an overstep? A circumvention of the rule of law? Could publicly owned and operated tow trucks have saved us all this hassle? Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________
Feb 23, 2022•21 min•Season 4Ep. 102
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! What is the role of the state? Is big government good, bad, or indifferent? We welcome NLR Counterpoint panelist and former Libertarian Party of Canada leader Tim Moen on to debate the role of the state. About Tim Moen Tim Moen is a Canadian libertarian podcaster, blogger, activist, and politician. He was the leader of the Libertarian Party of Canada from May 2014 to August 2021. Outside of politics, he is a firefighter, paramedic, business owner, and filmm...
Feb 22, 2022•52 min•Season 4Ep. 101
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! The debate over invoking the Emergencies Act rages in the House of Commons, with all sense of civility seemingly thrown out the window. Conservative MPs are screaming out ‘dictator’ when the PM speaks and deploying a Jewish MP to defend their supporting a movement that includes swastika bearers — even extending the battle to Fox News and the NY Post. Are Canadian politics forever broken? Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Feb 18, 2022•20 min•Season 4Ep. 100
Each week on Counterpoint, 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 writer Oliver Mackenzie and National Post columnist Adam Zivo for a conversation on the Nordic Model. About Oliver Mackenzie Oliver Mackenzie is a Victoria-based video producer, graphic designer, and writer. His recent clients have included People’s Policy Project, Common Cause, and Digit...
Feb 17, 2022•42 min•Season 4Ep. 99
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Justin Trudeau has invoked the Emergencies Act, moving to end the blockades on border crossings and the occupation of Ottawa. Why now and why do it at all? Fred Hahn and Michael Hurley drop by the CUPE Ontario Union Hall to discuss the ‘Freedom Convoy’ and what we must do now. Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Feb 16, 2022•36 min•Season 4Ep. 98
Fan of the show? Support us on Patreon ! How will nations adapt to technology that will invariably change our world? Will we reject change or embrace it and the new world it could bring with it? We’re joined by futurist and writer Brett along to discuss his new book, The Rise of Technosocialism and what the concept means for humanity. About The Rise of Technosocialism What is the impact of COVID-19 on world economies? If the cost of providing universal health care is lower than the cost of build...
Feb 16, 2022•45 min•Season 4Ep. 97
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! The Ford government unveils its 55 point housing plan ahead of this year's election. What does it mean for Ontarians and the NDP? Where are the Liberals? Why won't they come on the show? The Conservatives are jettisoning reason in their embrace of the far right, it's a 'win at all costs' ideology that may help them maintain their relevance, but it's bad for Canadian society. Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Feb 14, 2022•40 min•Season 4Ep. 96
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Denise Batters is back baby! The CPC is erasing Erin O'Toole and moving the party to the right — what happens now? Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________
Feb 11, 2022•36 min•Season 4Ep. 95
Fan of the show? Support us on Patreon ! Friend of the show and NDP MP Peter Julian is back to discuss what we should expect from this session of parliament and what the NDP intends to fight for — working people, housing, and equity & justice for disabled Canadians. About Peter Julian Peter was born and raised in the New Westminster-Burnaby area where his family has lived for four generations. After graduating from New Westminster Secondary School, Peter held a number of jobs as a manual lab...
Feb 10, 2022•41 min•Season 4Ep. 94
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Canadian politics has really been something over the last 10 days. A shift has occurred, one that may be impossible to walk back, and one that has left us feeling politically depressed and dispossessed. Canadian MAGA is here to stay. What happens next? Then, we're joined in the CUPE Ontario Union Hall by Harry Goslin, President of OCEU CUPE 1750, representing workers at Ontario's WSIB. We discuss the Ford government's redistribution of benefits intended for...
Feb 09, 2022•54 min•Season 4Ep. 93
Fan of the show? Support us on Patreon ! What is to be learned from social upheaval and revolution? How do existing movements play into social change? Through the exploration of recent revolutions, political and otherwise, we can learn what conditions are necessary to drive change and how to make it lasting. About Revolutionary Rehearsals in the Neoliberal Age This ambitious volume examines revolutionary situations during a non-revolutionary historical conjuncture--the neoliberal era. The last t...
Feb 08, 2022•52 min•Season 4Ep. 92
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 the Ontario Director of the Canadian Taxpayer Federation Jay Goldberg and NDP activist and candidate for ONDP president Jessa McLean to discuss wealth inequality in Canada, and taxing the wealthy as a proposed solution. About Jay Goldberg Jay spent most of his car...
Feb 03, 2022•49 min•Season 4Ep. 91
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Conservatives in revolt. Is today the end of Erin O’Toole? The new Premier of Manitoba forgot to disclose millions in real estate deals. Maybe the NLR fam can hold her accountable? Then, on the second day of Blck History Month, we’re joined in the CUPE Ontario by Aubrey Gonsalves. Aubrey serves as President of CUPE 2316, representing members at the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto and was recently elected CUPE National’s Diversity Vice-President representi...
Feb 02, 2022•43 min•Season 4Ep. 90
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! Saturday’s ‘Freedom Convoy’ protest ended without the demands of protesters being met but the rhetoric around their movement reached a fever pitch. We take a step back, a deep breath in, and discuss the protest and the troubling media discourse that should give activists of any ideology pause. Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________...
Jan 31, 2022•34 min•Season 4Ep. 88
Like the show? Support us on Patreon ! The premiers are not united by much, but they are united in their demand for more money from Ottawa. Doug Ford is the last holdout on a national childcare plan. Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________
Jan 28, 2022•32 min•Season 4Ep. 87
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. From coast to coast to coast Canada is facing a housing crisis. The issue occupied the discourse in the 2021 federal election and is top of mind for Canadians facing a change of address, whether renting or buying. With costs continuing to soar and interest rates below inflation, what can be...
Jan 27, 2022•44 min•Season 4Ep. 86
