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 ..read more

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 ..read more

As Canadians are left wondering what the implications of Roe v Wade are north of the 49th, Rodger and Jessa McLean are joined in studio by London-based Maternal Fetal Medicine physician, Dr. Genevieve Eastabrook to explore just how fragile and unequal abortion is in Canada. Follow Rodger on Twitter Follow Jessa on Twitter Follow Dr. Eastabrook on Twitter Follow Blueprints of Disruption on Twitter ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 _________ ..read more

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 David on Twitter About Andrew Lawton Andrew Lawton is a broadcaster and columnist. Currently, he is a fe ..read more

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 _________ ..read more

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 _________ ..read more

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. Clement served as: Minister of Health, Minister of Industry, President of the Treasury Board ..read more