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Announcing our live 150th Episode on December 6th, the last time our hosts come together. Thank you to everyone in their continued support of our show! First we look at the federal government's announcement of funding for media groups in Canada, and then the contentious dispute between Canada Post and its union of workers. Is back to work legislati…
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We begin with a look at how the Alberta Ministry of Education is using its power to mandate compliance with GSA's in schools; is this an issue the UCP would alter if they form government? Later a look at the failed bid for Calgary to host the Olympics in 2026; was a referendum the right move and what are the reasons for not wanting to host the game…
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We begin with a discussion of Alberta MLA Robyn Luff, and her expulsion from the NDP caucus; to what extent should officials be expected to tow party line and follow their own beliefs? Later the federal Liberals goal to reduce poverty nationwide; what are the optics? In #TrumpWatch: the results of Midterm elections! Why are both Dems and the GOP cl…
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Episode #146 begins with a discussion of a proposed new immigration policy by the federal government; is this a pre campaign announcement and will it affect how the Liberals and Conservatives approach the next election? Later a look at Brazil's new president Jair Bolsonaro; is his election an isolated incident or part of a trend of global right win…
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We begin by looking at Alberta Labour Minister Christina Gray, and a potential political blunder; is this something the NDP should be concerned about, or are critics over blowing things? Later Ottawa's plan for a Carbon tax; is this a ballot box issue? How will certain provinces react? Finally continuing our look at key midterm election races in #T…
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We begin with a look at the historic legalization of cannabis in Canada; what are the consequences socially and politically? Later highlighting new legislation from the federal government regarding solitary confinement in prisons; what rights should prisoners have and would a Conservative government repeal new measures for more prisoner personal in…
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On Episode #143 we look at consultation with Indigenous peoples in Canada, and whether new legislation will have a special consultation process. Then new developments in New Brunswick following the provincial election. Later a discussion once again of Nicolas Maduro and his authoritarian rule of Venezuela; will the death of Fernando Alban (oppositi…
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We begin looking at the new version of NAFTA, the US-MEXICO-CANADA Agreement (USMCA). What were some of the concessions made and will there be lasting political consequences for Justin Trudeau? Later discussing the results of Quebec's provincial election; what does Francois Legault's victory signal about Quebecois values? Finally it's.... #TrumpWat…
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We begin with a look at Justin Trudeau at the United Nations; has Canada done enough to regain a seat on the security council? Later a look at the results of the New Brunswick provincial election, and what it says about the Westminster parliamentary system. Then Brexit troubles in the UK; can Theresa May find a solution that will please everyone?…
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Episode #140 begins with a look at Jason Kenney's recent visit to India; was he misrepresenting himself, and is it appropriate for an Opposition leader to court foreign officials? Later a look at Quebec's provincial election on October 1. Why has immigration and the French language dominated the discourse? Is the CAQ on path to forming government? …
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Beginning with a discussion of federal NDP leader Jagmeet Singh; low poll numbers, fundraising problems, and a lack of a commanding presence continue to plague the party. Is Singh still the right choice as leader and what can he do to turn things around as Election 2019 approaches. Then a look at Section 33 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms: th…
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LitFest Promocode: APNROCKS Beginning Episode #138 with a look at the latest legal hurdel facing the Trans Mountain Pipeline. Was Rachel Notley's reaction the right one? What should or shouldn't have she said? Can Justin Trudeau really get this project going? Later discussing the ongoing negotiations for a new NAFTA deal; what are some of the key p…
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Episode #137- We are back after our summer holidays! Beginning first with a look at the AB political landscape 10 months before Election 2019, and the "schism" within the UCP with Derek Fildebrant's departure Later an actual schism at the federal level with rogue Conservative MP Maxime Bernier leaving the Tories, with threats to form a new party? S…
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