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This Episode: Inflation continues to grow, even though the media is saying it’s falling, what’s the real story? Then, Canada’s 2025 election date could be pushed back, and the reason may shock you. Plus, fears about privatizing healthcare in Ontario, but what’s the REAL fear? Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/192…
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This Episode: Political turmoil in Ottawa, the word wacko gets one politician kicked out. Then, Ontario drivers are now subject to a breathalyzer test by the OPP even if you haven’t been drinking; is this a violation of civil liberties? Plus, federal hate speech legislation comes under fire, if Elon Musk and Margaret Atwood agree it’s bad… it must …
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This Episode: Parliament's fall session is underway; can the Trudeau liberals boost their popularity? Then, The federal government removes the GST on new apartment builds, will this bring housing costs down? Plus, turns out that paper straws aren’t so good for the environment after all. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/188…
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This Episode: Social media companies are pulling Canadian news links from their platforms, what effect will this have on the news industry? Then, pride month yielded a bunch of interesting stories, is there a rift developing in the LGBT community? Plus, last week was reportedly the hottest week in earth’s history… but was it? Show Notes: http://www…
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This Episode: Trudeau announces an “Independent” investigation into foreign election interference, but how independent will it actually be? Then, Bill C-18 is in the works, should online news sites be compensated when their articles appear in search engines? Plus, Tickets here, get your tickets here… or not. Should ticketmaster be broken up? Show N…
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This Episode: Happy New Year! Here are the ways the state will get bigger in 2023. Then, the Kraken subvariant makes it’s debut, and the media is leaving out one very important detail. Plus, a London woman sues a concert venue for overserving her alcohol, at what point does personal responsibility begin? Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/1…
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This Episode: Justin Trudeau testifies at the emergencies act inquiry, and boy was it cringy. Then, Chrystia Freeland admits she’s an elite, finally we get some truth. Plus, a poll suggests that a majority of Canadians support mask mandates, but the real world evidence suggests otherwise. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/183…
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This Episode: Polls show that federal support is waning for the Liberal Party, but you wouldn't know that by reading the headline. Then, the federal government announces a review of the cannabis act, has the legalization of marijuana achieved its original stated goals? Plus, progressives declare 'sanctuary cities' but then turn immigrants away when…
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This Episode: Lisa LaFlamme is out at CTV News, was this ageism, sexism… or something else? Then, Toronto’s top housing official says Landlords shouldn’t be allowed to raise rents between tenants, will this benefit renters? Plus, we talk about the academic practice of peer review, is it all it’s cracked up to be? Show Notes: http://www.politicalpar…
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This Episode: Voter turnout in Ontario’s election at an all-time low… what’s the reason for this? Then, Freedom convoy protesters return to Ottawa on Canada Day, and the media smear job was out in full force. Plus, Is it really oil costs that are responsible for rising prices across the board? Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/180…
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This Episode: The Federal NDP agrees to prop up the Liberals for the next three years, but how long will this agreement really last? Then, a majority of Canadians support defunding the CBC, will it ever actually happen? Plus, the annual sunshine list is out in Ontario, does this list inadvertently cause more government spending? Show Notes: http://…
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This Episode: Thousands gather on parliament hill to protest Vaccine mandates, but what we saw on TV didn’t match reality. Then, a new poll shows support for government COVID measures waning; will things ever get back to normal? Plus, musical artists are taking a stand against misinformation. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/176…
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This Episode: Canada locking down… again; stop me if you think you've heard this one before. Then, the Ontario government considers giving benefits to gig workers; don’t they know that private insurance alternatives already exist? Plus, new laws that are coming your way in 2022. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/175…
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This Episode: The federal government says ‘no EI for you’ for those fired for not disclosing their vaccination status. Then, a Canadian born economist wins a Nobel Prize for peddling economic fallacies, we’ll set the record straight. Plus, the Ontario Libertarian Party elects a new leader, Mark Snow sits down with us for a one-on-one interview. Tim…
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This Episode: And they're off, Canada’s 44th federal election campaign is underway. Then, the dates are set for the leaders debates, who's in and who's out? Plus, you won't believe who Facebook has tasked as being their official fact checker for the election; other the other hand, maybe you will believe it. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.c…
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This Episode: Democracy dies in darkness; Canada's social media censorship bill passes in the middle of the night. Then, single game sports betting is soon to be legal in Canada, it's about time. Plus, the Ontario government adds financial literacy to its math curriculum, maybe they should worry about balancing their own books. Show Notes: http://w…
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This Episode: New questions about the Government's role in Canada's residential school system, why weren't we taught about this in the public school system? Then, why has the price of lumber been skyrocketing? I have a theory. Plus, the CDC changes it's mask policy, let's watch the spin... begin. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/166…
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This Week: Ontario brings in unprecedented police powers, is it time for Doug Ford to step down? Then, Derek Chauvin found guilty in the death of George Floyd, was this a fair trial? Plus, those traveling into Canada have found a loophole to avoid the government's expensive hotel quarantine. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/165…
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This Week: Reports of anti-Asian hate crimes are surging in Canada, but where has the history of racism actually come from? Then, the Canadian Senate passes a grim milestone. Plus, The Ontario Government phases out it's FAX machines... just like everyone else did 20 years ago. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/164…
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This Week: The federal government introduces a Gun buyback program, is this solution practical or political? Then, wind turbines aren't spinning in Texas, but the politicians certainly are. Plus, you know Canada’s debt is too high when the Canadian taxpayer’s federation can no longer track it. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/163…
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This Week: The Coronavirus vaccine rollout has begun, and to the surprise of no one, politicians are using it as a photo opportunity. Then, Ottawa to hike the federal carbon tax to $170 a tonne by 2030, at least there is one silver lining to this announcement. Plus, we open up the Political Paradox mailbag. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.c…
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This Week: The federal government lays out its economic plans going forward, but what does half this stuff have to do with COVID-19? Then, a Toronto restaurant owner has been operating without a licence, could licencing still work without the state? Plus, just weeks after the US election, a Coronavirus vaccine is ready for approval... what a coinci…
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This Week: Canada's pandemic alert system is back up after a year-long absence... excuse me? Then, the lockdowns have had a negligible effect on global temperatures, how should we interpret this? Plus, should tipping be included in the price of your restaurant bill? Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/157…
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This Week: A movement is afoot to defund police, but what does defund really mean? Then, Statscan says food insecurity is on the rise, we'll take you behind where those numbers actually come from. Plus, Ontario schools to teach financial literacy, this is a great move but let's add a few more things. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/155…
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This Week: We take a look at the coronavirus numbers, are deaths being over-reported? Then, some want more regulation in Ontario's long-term care homes, but the industry is already heavily regulated. Plus, America approves a new suicide prevention hotline, but one major aspect was overlooked. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/154…
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This Week: The CRTC steps up efforts to combat spoofed calls, will this be successful? Then, the province of Ontario is scrapping the pot retail lottery for a more open system, just how it should have been in the first place. Plus, a Winnipeg mom is demanding a apology from her son's school after some cruel and unusual punishment, do you agree? Sho…
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This Week: Don Cherry has been fired for controversial remarks, but was the firing warranted? Then, 11,000 scientists have signed a declaration claiming a climate emergency, but how carefully was the list vetted? Plus, medical malpractice is on the rise in Canada, didn't we hear this same story 5 years ago? Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.c…
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This Week: The Ontario government lost $42 million selling cannabis in the last year, how is this possible? Then, the results are in on a UBI experiment in California, how do you think people spent the money? Plus, should broadband internet be considered an essential service? Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/147…
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