Best Couns Podcasts (2024)

1
Aug 26 2024- Coun. Mayes To Hold Town Hall On City Transportation2050 Plan 52:16

1h ago52:16

52:16

The continuation of our interview with St. Vital councilor Brian Mayes has a few surprises for Episode 18. Part 1- A shout-out to our listeners outside of Manitoba and the readers of Marty's column sin the Winnipeg Sun. Hear a review of the impact of recent stories about Plan20-50 as an example of the work supported by our sponsors and donors. 8.28…

1
Hediculous 25:00

8d ago25:00

25:00

I've succumbed to temptation! With the dramatics in politics (Biden, Kamala and "he who should not be named"), I find it hard to keep my mind straight. If it is not about "he" it is about SHE... Augggggggh! CALGON, TAKE ME AWAY!!!By F Welch

1
Aug 22 2024- After 8 RMs Reject Metro Plan, Kinew Offers Exit Plan 49:14

3d ago49:14

49:14

We start out Episode 17 with a view from outside the Perimeter Highway about how Plan20-50 generated unprecedented grassroots pushback. As described by a Portage La Prairie outlet: "Kinew says this is a hot topic" & "Winnipeg Metro Region has taken the heat." You'll hear a rundown of what led the NDP Premier to don the mantle of freedom fighter, an…

1
Aug 16 2024- And Dunnator Makes 6, As RMs Pan Metro Plan20-50 46:56

3h ago46:56

46:56

Friday morning started with our Winnipeg Sun report about the wheels falling off of the Plan 2050 bus. RMs ask province to let them out of Manitoba’s Metro Plan20-50 We have additional details in Episode 16 about why the rural municipalities of Headingley, Niverville, and St. Andrews- and then 2 more - joined Selkirk in pronouncing the document sub…

1
Aug 15 2024- Media Misinformation Masks Metro's Plan20-50 Mess 1:11:48

4d ago1:11:48

1:11:48

Episode 15 has the latest about growing opposition to the Winnipeg Metropolitan Region board attempt to take over development planning from the city and adjacent rural areas. The media- which has no clue about the ongoing legislative process- takes cues from the WMR narrative to smear critics of Plan20-50. Then, a crime report with a follow-up to M…

1
Aug 9 2024- Metro Fumbles Plan20-50 Public Hearing, Forced To Retreat 1:05:21

4d ago1:05:21

1:05:21

An unexpected Episode 14 tells the story of what really happened in Niverville on August 8th, when the public demanded to be heard by a shocked Winnipeg Metropolitan Region board. Interviews and audio help deliver the details about the scene. 6.10 Part 2 - Marty Gold reviews the obvious red flags and how WMR staff completely failed to prepare for t…

1
Aug 7 2024- Coun. Mayes Talks About Ouster From EPC 40:30

6d ago40:30

40:30

When we arranged for another interview with St. Vital Councilor Brian Mayes, we didn't expect he'd have landed in the headlines by the time we spoke. In Episode 13, you'll hear Mayes talk about the friction with Mayor Scott Gillingham that led to a fateful phone call on July 24th, while Mayes was attending a conference in Atlanta. 4.25 Part 1- Afte…

1
Call Her Name (Premiere) 2:56

1M ago2:56

2:56

The time is now! The premiere of "Call Her Name" by Flash W. A sign of the times dictate action and I invite you to listen. I used rap lyrics to help me process all these changes and hope you can use your talents, and ability to vote, to be the change you want to become. Enjoy!By Flash W

1
Aug 1 2024- Jews And Judaism In Canada Under Attack 37:48

25d ago37:48

37:48

Episode 12 is a mid-summer update on the safety and security of the Jewish community in Canada, and reveals 2 unreported incidents in Winnipeg. 4.00 Part 1 - The Winnipeg media isn't very fast to mention antisemitic violence and threats targeting Jews in Canada - and where a lot of these incidents are happening, their local media won't mention Jews…

1
July 29 2024- Teenager Leads The Charge Against City Imposed St. B Bike Path 49:14

1M ago49:14

49:14

Episode 11 features an interview with Sophie Hildebrandt about her petition to "Open Up Lyndale Drive". The 19 year old is leading the fight in her neighborhood against City Hall- and as we reported in the Winnipeg Sun, the city's own data backs up their position. Only TGCTS has investigated the pushback against bike lane plans for the Route 19 tru…

1
July 26 2024- Gillingham Warns Homeless Enablers to Steer Clear When Help Comes 34:26

1M ago34:26

34:26

Marty opens Episode 1o with an update on the Season 5 Funding drive, now at over 25% of the $5600 goal. Every donor gets a copy of Retropeg, and you'll hear some background about it and the collection of black and white photographs taken in the 1970's by the late James Donahue. Then, it's a Crime Courts and Public Safety update! 7.00 Part 2- Last J…

1
Ep. 90 - Keep Phones Out Of The Classroom & 'There Is No Unity With Evil' (Co-Hosting 'Faith, Family, Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) 26:07

1M ago26:07

26:07

Ep. 90 - Keep Phones Out Of The Classroom & 'There Is No Unity With Evil' (Co-Hosting 'Faith, Family, Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) Counter Culture with Aaron Lujan https://aaronlujan.comBy Aaron Lujan

1
Ep. 89 - Missouri Opposes Feds Requiring Doctors To Comply With Gender Transition Mandate Co-Hosting Faith Family Freedom on 100.7 FM The Word RAW 26:39

26d ago26:39

26:39

Ep. 89 - Missouri Opposes Feds Requiring Doctors To Comply With Gender Transition Mandate (Co-Hosting 'Faith, Family, Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) Counter Culture with Aaron Lujan https://aaronlujan.comBy Aaron Lujan

1
July 21 2024- Is City Council Penny-Wise And Pound Foolish? 52:38

2M ago52:38

52:38

The final meeting of City Council before summer vacation had some important items on the agenda, and some gems from four councilors we've interviewed on the podcast previously. This week we do a listen-along of remarks from Mayor Scott Gillingham and from those council members last Thursday. What they say about proposals for garbage pick-up and fix…

1
July 16 2024- Kinew Admits Safe Consumption Site Not So Safe For The Neighbours 59:50

1M ago59:50

59:50

Another City of Winnipeg fake public consultation, and the Premier admits his approved drug-use site will adversely affect the neighbours, are the focus of Episode 8. Part 1- A recap of recent episodes and Winnipeg Sun columns; Marty also notes the passing of two politically-connected matriarchs in the community. Olga Fuga and Katherine Morrisseau-…

1
Summer 2024 Season 5 Update 17:45

2M ago17:45

17:45

This bonus edition briefly highlights our podcast and Winnipeg Sun columns being ahead of the curve, We've never backed down when it's come to talking about the things that matter to the public: The state of downtown, bus and public safety, and about how government approved drug use facilities do, in fact, create safety issues for the surrounding c…

1
July 8 2024- Turf War Pits Public Safety vs. Rights Of The Homeless 28:49

2M ago28:49

28:49

The urban visionary crowd suffered a humiliating setback last week in their campaign to convince Winnipeg residents that a slip lane for cars is the most dangerous aspect of life in Osborne Village, and that expressing public safety concerns is fearmongering. The Gas Station Arts Centre said no to gaslighting the public and yes to a permanent redes…

1
July 5 2024-Kinew's Wind Farm Bet Could Bankrupt Hydro 36:10

2M ago36:10

36:10

To open Episode 6 - a recap of the Canada Day weekend road trips to Vita and CFB Shilo, more about Marty's column exposing antisemitism at the Pride parade, and a peek at Marty's upcoming Winnipeg Sun column with St. Boniface residents battling to save Happyland Pool. 10.38 Part 2 - If there's one thing we've got a nose for, it's news about Manitob…

1
Ep. 88 - America Has A Political Identity Crisis (Co-Hosting 'Faith, Family, Freedom' 100.7 FM The Word) 25:00

2M ago25:00

25:00

Counter Culture with Aaron Lujan https:/aaronlujan.com Ep. 88 - America Has A Political Identity Crisis (Co-Hosting 'Faith, Family, Freedom' 100.7 FM The Word)By Aaron Lujan

1
June 28 2024- Putting The Brakes On Transit Freeloaders 45:23

2M ago45:23

45:23

Heading into the Canada Day weekend, we get caught up on a couple of in-person appearances for Marty, and on some of the most popular episodes so far in 2024. Added to the reach of our investigations, interviews, and commentary is the Winnipeg Sun, where Marty will be getting right down to business every Sunday with his new column. This week it wil…

1
Ep. 87 - Louisiana Mandates Schools Display 10 Commandments (Co-hosting 'Faith, Family, Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) 25:10

2M ago25:10

25:10

Ep. 87 - Louisiana Mandates Schools Display 10 Commandments Counter Culture with Aaron Lujan https://aaronlujan.comBy Aaron Lujan

1
June 25 2024- Schreyer Worried City Planners Neglect Ambulance Response Times 31:40

2M ago31:40

31:40

Episode 4 opens with exciting news, as the Winnipeg Sun has asked Marty Gold to become a regular Sunday columnist. It's a result of the success of the TGCTS podcast, telling it like it is- with your support. The first column, ⁠'Winnipeg transit like riding a bus in Gotham'⁠ explained how the new 'transit cops' aren't actually going to arrest anyone…

1
Season 1 Finale 6:12

2M ago6:12

6:12

Send us a Text Message. After 138 episodes published over the course of 3.5 years, we're calling Season 1 finished. Time to recharge our batteries and get some adventuring in! Huge thanks to all of our amazing guests and to all of our amazing listeners and viewers!!! See you in the fall for Season 2. Support the Show. CONNECT WITH US AT SUPER GOOD …

1
June 18 2024- Crime Stats Expose Danny Smyth’s Sad Legacy 51:57

3M ago51:57

51:57

Episode 3 showcases the return of the Crime Courts and Public Safety Update, with a look at the lasting legacy of the police chief, soon to ankle the stage. Part 2- After Coun. Jason Schreyer endorsed an idea of former Mayoral candidate Don Woodstock about recycling discarded road rubble and saving taxpayers on construction costs, we wanted Don to …

1
Martin Pine Redux! 45:36

2M ago45:36

45:36

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the podcast, Tim and Pamela are joined by special guest Martin Pine, an outdoor adventure enthusiast, to discuss essential camping skills and equipment. The conversation covers the importance of tarps for shelter and comfort, the advantages of using a ridgeline for setting up tarps, and the essential knots…

1
June 16 2024- Bus Lobby Uses Dysfunctional Transit Logic 43:24

3M ago43:24

43:24

A Winnipeg Free Press editorial derided the residents of Wolseley for fighting City Hall, comparing them to "stereotypical Winnipeggers who staunchly oppose" new policies and are "“notoriously” resistant to change." Sounds like they opposed a bike lane, right? But this time, it wasn't about bikes. This was about buses. In Episode 2 of Season 5, you…

1
Ep. 86 - Colorado Senator Candidate Adriana Cuva Interview (Co-hosting 'Faith Family Fitness Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) 25:44

2M ago25:44

25:44

Counter Culture with Aaron Lujan https://aaronlujan.com Ep. 86 - Colorado Senator Candidate Adriana Cuva Interview (Co-hosting 'Faith Family Fitness Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word)By Aaron Lujan

1
Ep. 85 - District Attorney Candidate for El Paso & Teller County CO David Wilson Interview (Co-hosting 'Faith Family Fitness Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) 24:54

2M ago24:54

24:54

Ep. 85 - District Attorney Candidate for El Paso & Teller County CO David Wilson Interview (Co-hosting 'Faith Family Fitness Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) Counter Culture with Aaron Lujan https://aaronlujan.comBy Aaron Lujan

1
June 12 2024- Schreyer Sends SOS; Winnipeg's Drowning In Debt 33:36

3M ago33:36

33:36

Season 5 kicks off with an in-depth interview with Elmwood- East Kildonan Councilor Jason Schreyer, who takes on bureaucrats, unchecked construction inflation and ongoing City borrowing he says is unsustainable. The 3 term Winnipeg councillor wants a review of the rules around long-term borrowing, especially when it’s underwriting infrastructure pr…

1
The Canoe Collector 38:27

2M ago38:27

38:27

Send us a Text Message. In this podcast, Dave Johnstone, known as the Canoe Collector, shares his extensive knowledge and love for canoeing, camping, and outdoor adventures in Ontario. With a current collection of 14 canoes, each suited for different river conditions, Dave discusses the unique characteristics of various canoes and how they affect h…

1
June 8 2024- Winnipeg Pride Considering Demand To Go Judenrein 50:46

3M ago50:46

50:46

Season 4 concludes with more news about antisemitism in Winnipeg that the local media is, once again, concealing from the public. This time, it's because the Jew-haters are taking over one of the media's sacred cows- the Pride movement. We review the words the militants used that the media don't repeat. Part 1- As Marty Gold explains, a trend emerg…

1
June 3 2024- Free Press Loaded Questions Try To Tip Trustee Election 1:05:44

3M ago1:05:44

1:05:44

Episode 51 of Season 4 is a Lesson In Journalism, about a Winnipeg Free Press attack on two candidates in the LRSD school trustee by-election. It was an obvious hit job timed for the Saturday edition before the June 6 vote. The powers that be in the Free Press newsroom decided to manufacture a controversy and 'Make the story fit the headline' to fo…

1
The Dutch Explorer 41:37

3M ago41:37

41:37

Send us a Text Message. Koen Tholhuijsen drops by for a chat. Super cool guy. Does epic backcountry canoe trips. Takes his furbaby &/or girlfriend along sometimes. Is, sadly, used to making adjustments for wildfires., Has one of the most gorgeous cedar strip/ canvas canoes Tim's ever seen. Come listen to a really fun conversation with a cool backco…

1
Ep. 84 - Local Politics Is The Political Solution with El Paso County Commission District 4 candidate Raymond Garcia (Co-hosting 'Faith Family Fitness Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) 24:35

3M ago24:35

24:35

Local Politics Is The Political Solution with El Paso County Commission District 4 Candidate Raymond Garcia (Co-hosting 'Faith Family Fitness Freedom' on 100.7 FM The Word) Counter Culture w/ Aaron Lujan https://aaronlujan.comBy Aaron Lujan

1
May 30 2024- Winnipeg Media’s Antisemitism Problem 43:53

3M ago43:53

43:53

In Episode 50, Marty Gold walks listeners through his ongoing Season 4 reports about antisemitism and illustrates a continuing reluctance of Winnipeg media to tell the truth about the conduct and behavior of their like-minded friends in the 'From the river to the sea" crowd. Last week we published a blog story on ActionLine.ca: ⁠Antisemitism Traini…

1
Maps By Jeff - Jeff McMurtrie joins us to talk about the skill of map making and some new cool features in his latest maps. 49:16

3M ago49:16

49:16

Send us a Text Message. If you've gone backcountry camping in an Ontario Provincial Park in the last dozen years or so, you've likely used a map made by Jeff. He joins us today to talk about how he got into map making, mistakes he found on "official" maps, some of the cool features he's integrated into his maps over the years, including a very cool…

1
May 25 2024- Food Fare War-fare Could Turn To Law-fare 42:13

3M ago42:13

42:13

A full house turned out in St. James on Friday to say farewell to Brian Smiley. From all walks of life and his endeavours, but especially we heard about family and friends from the lake. Marty briefly describes the celebration of our old chum in Part 1 of Episode 49. 8:02 Part 2- The headlines have been blaring for a month about confrontations at a…

4M ago40:47

40:47

Episode 42 is a special interview about the case of Winnipeg resident Dan Rentz, the tragedy of his passing in November 2022, and if the City 911 service failed to send help because of a systemic bias. Part 1- Sheena Paterson is the mother of Lily Rentz, who is the daughter of Dan Rentz. The parents were a pair for 27 years, and the family struggle…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Couns Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide