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The Political Paradox Podcast

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This weekly Canadian based podcast looks at current events and politics. We advocate for: Peace, Love, Liberty, Personal Responsibility, and Limited Government.

Episodes

EP 138 - Cannabis, E-Cigarettes, and The First Democrat Debate

This Week: Canadians are wary of politicians and their intentions; are you really surprised? Then, the federal government wants to make things more affordable for first time homebuyers; can they do it? Plus, the 2020 presidential race officially heats up; we'll analyse the first debate. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Jul 08, 20191 hr 25 minEp. 138

EP 137 - Climate Change, Anarchism, and Transit

This Week: Canada has declared a 'climate emergency'; we'll explain why this is all Trump's fault. Then, a US libertarian candidate looks to abolish all government if elected; has this gone too far? Plus, you won't believe what CBC is teaching your kids. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Jun 24, 201946 minEp. 137

EP 136 - Single-Use Plastics, Payday Loans, and Dogs

This Week: Canada is moving forward with a plan to ban single use plastics; will this have a big impact globally? Then, Walmart's CEO advocates for a higher mandated minimum wage, what's the REAL reason for the support? And in New York City, dog owners find a hilarious loophole for a new government law. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Jun 17, 201942 minEp. 136

EP 135 - Scalper Bots, Breathalyzer Tests, and iTunes

This Week: Raptors playoff tickets prices have gone sky high, is this greed or just the market at work? Then, the Ontario government wants to cancel the Beer Store contract, is this a good idea? Plus, Apple iTunes is no more, we pay tribute to this game changing software. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Jun 05, 201959 minEp. 135

EP 134 - Government 'Cuts', Airplanes, and Trump Derangement Syndrome

This Week: Ontario municipalities are being asked to find a 4% savings, but for some politicians that's way too much. Then, conservative leader Andrew Scheer has broken an election promise, months before the campaign even begins. Plus, we'll tell you why airline fares are about to skyrocket. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

May 27, 201939 minEp. 134

EP 133 - Abortion, Amber Alerts, and Uber

This Week: The federal government will create a list of "approved" media outlets, will this lead to self-censorship? Then, the abortion debate is back in the news, why "my body, my choice" is not a good argument. Plus, how much are you paying for the PM's lavish food lifestyle? Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

May 20, 201942 minEp. 133

EP 132 - Electoral Reform, Guns, and Bernie Sanders

This Week: Another failed electoral reform referendum in PEI, can we put this issue on the back burner for a while? Then, a gun buyback program has been launched by Toronto police, have gun buyback programs been effective elsewhere? Plus, is Bernie Sanders about to drop out of the 2020 presidential race? Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Apr 29, 201952 minEp. 132

EP 131 - The Alberta Election, Pilot Projects, and Government 'Cuts'

This Week: Alberta once again has a conservative government, what does this mean for the upcoming federal election? Then, is Ontario's 'Student Choice Initiative' actually taking choice AWAY from students? Some think so. Plus, we'll talk about the 'National Monument Syndrome', it's a concept we should all be aware of. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Apr 23, 201951 minEp. 131

EP 130 - The Ontario Budget, Taxes, and Equal Pay Day

This Week: The Ontario budget has been released and it's cut cut cut, or at least SOME would have you believe. Then, it's equal pay day, what does 'equal pay for equal work' REALLY mean? Plus, is Toronto close to getting an NFL team? Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Apr 15, 201948 minEp. 130

EP 129 - SNC-Lavalin, Organ Donations, and Student Protests

This Week: Jody Wilson Raybold has been booted from caucus, can things get any worse for the Federal government? Then, Nova Scotia wants to declare everyone an automatic organ donor, will this actually increase the number of donors? Plus, we have some fun with some potential Ontario licence plate slogans. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Apr 08, 201956 minEp. 129

EP 128 - The Mueller Report, SNC-Lavalin, and Breathalyzer Tests

This Week: The Mueller report says no collusion, but journalists won't give up that easily. Then, Ontario's sunshine list is out, how did the new government do in reeling in those public sector salaries? Plus, put a fork in the socket of earth hour, this thing is officially DEAD. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Apr 02, 201947 minEp. 128

EP 127 - Amber Alerts, Pay Equity, and Self-Checkouts

This Week: The federal budget has been released, and it's politics as usual. Then, the Ontario government is investing in horse racing programs, we'll explain the real reason for this move. Plus, a report suggests women in Canada earn 25% less than men, but he actual pay gap is much less than that. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Mar 26, 201949 minEp. 127

EP 126 - SNC-Lavalin Affair, Carbon Taxes, and Beer

This Week: The federal government is accused of covering up the SNC-Lavalin affair, but not much is being covered up. Then, Ontario is looking at banning single use plastics, and as usual, the government is too slow to react. And in Illinois, Minimum wage goes up, and jobs go down. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Mar 18, 201944 minEp. 125

EP 125 – SNC-Lavalin, Tax Cuts, and The DNC

This Week: Andrew Scheer promises tax cuts on home heating, when will conservatives get serious about real change? Then, "Right to Repair" legislation may be coming in Ontario, what this could mean the next time you need to repair your cell phone. Plus, we take a look at the crowded 2020 democratic presidential race. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Mar 12, 20191 hr 13 minEp. 125

EP 124 - SNC-Lavalin, Arts Funding, Climate Change

This Week: Should the Prime Minister step down in the wake of the latest scandal? Some think so. Then, Canadian comedians are not laughing at what Siriusxm has planned. Plus, we praise the government of one Ontario city, yes you heard that right. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Mar 04, 201953 minEp. 124

EP 123 - Government Cuts, Cable TV, and Socialism

This Week: People aren't happy with cuts announced by the Ontario Government, we have the stat that will put a stop to all this nonsense. Then, the CRTC is going after telecom companies, we'll explain the REAL reason those cable packages are so confusing. Plus, the 5 things Bernie Sanders doesn't want you to know about socialism. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Feb 25, 201945 minEp. 123

EP 122 – Trump, Corporate Welfare, Tap Water

This Week: President Trump declares a national emergency at the border, why this should concern everyone, even if you favour the wall. Then, the debate over fluoride in tap water is back on, we'll explain why this is a bad idea. Plus, we'll talk about why the practice of predatory pricing never works. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Feb 18, 201940 minEp. 122

EP 121 – Gillette, Taxi's, And Taxes

This Week: Police can now demand a breath sample in your own home... but wait, there's more. Then, the new Gillette AD is causing a stir... which side are YOU on? Plus, are charitable tax receipts a bribe? Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Jan 21, 201937 minEp. 121

EP 120 - CEO's, Socialism, And BASE Jumping

This Week: The myth of CEO pay is in the news again, we'll explain why CEO salaries have virtually no impact on the frontline worker. Then, we'll break down Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's 60 minutes interview. Plus, 10 reasons why 2018 was a great year. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Jan 14, 20191 hr 17 minEp. 120

The Best of 2018 - Part 2

This Week: We continue our look back at some of our favourite moments on the show. It's the Best of 2018 Part 2

Dec 31, 201833 min

The Best of 2018 - Part 1

This Week: We take a look back at some of our favourite moments. It's the Best of 2018 Part 1

Dec 24, 201834 min

EP 119 - Marijuana, Hate Crime, And The Gender Wage Gap

This Week: Statscan says hate crime is up in Canada, is this REALLY the case or is there another explanation? Then, a new study suggests the gender wage gap doesn't exist, you won't believe who is making the claim. Plus, hold on to your seats, we praise the CBC! Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Dec 17, 201842 minEp. 119

EP 118 - Daycare, Music, and Vegans

This Week: Mandatory drunk driving tests hitting the roads before the holidays, will this action be effective? Then, Baby it's cold outside isn't compatible with the #MeToo movement, we'll explain why it actually is. Plus, is veganism a religion?, a UK Lawsuit tries to answer that question. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Dec 10, 201836 minEp. 118

EP 117 - GM, Rent Control, and Ice Cream

This Week: GM is cutting 15% of it's workforce, we'll explain how this could have been avoided. Then, is there a Libertarian case for a carbon tax? Plus, you won't believe the latest proposal to combat climate change. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Dec 04, 201852 minEp. 117

EP 116 - Election Debates, Ranked Ballots, And Self-Checkout Lanes

This Week: Canada post is being legislated back to work, I have mixed feelings about this. Then, Canada's debate commission sets it's rules, will Maxime Bernier be included? Plus, should internships be paid? Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Nov 26, 201850 minEp. 116

EP 115 - Electoral Reform, The Olympics, The Conners

This Week: Calgary residents say NO to bidding on the Olympics, and I say YES to that decision. Then, are you ready for another Trump-Hillary battle in 2020? Some say, it's a very real possibility. Plus, How is Rosanne's show doing without her? We have the numbers, and they're not good. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Nov 20, 201850 minEp. 115

EP 114 - U.S. Midterms, The USMCA, And The Press

This Week: We talk U.S. Midterms and freedom prevailed in a few places. Then, Maxime Bernier's new party is asking members to sign a non-embarrassment pledge, is this a little heavy handed? Plus, only three weeks in and there are already problems with online cannabis sales. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Nov 12, 201849 minEp. 114

EP 113 - Marijuana, Hate Speech, And Inequality

This Week: Cannabis is legal in Canada, and the word hasn't ended. Then, Statistics Canada wants your private banking data, why is the prime minister defending this action? Plus, What the term 'Revenue Neutral' really means? Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Nov 04, 20181 hr 14 minEp. 113

EP 112 - Legalizing Cannabis, Schools, and Climate Change

This Week: The UN says we only have a few years left until climate change becomes irreversible, stop me if you've heard this one before. Then, the Ontario government exempts Sikhs from wearing motorcycle helmets, shouldn't all laws apply to everyone? Plus, as pot becomes legal, the list of rules has never been longer. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Oct 15, 201831 minEp. 112

EP 111 - NAFTA 2.0, Kavanaugh, and Hospitals

This Week: Ontario increases hospital funding to address overcrowding, we'll explain why this funding won't make any difference. Then, California becomes first state to require women on corporate boards, how will these companies respond? Plus, why football fans won't like the new trade deal. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca Twitter: @PoliParadox Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/politicalparadox...

Oct 09, 201849 minEp. 111