Best Necessary Ignorance Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 114: Gemini Gems 1:29:33

11d ago1:29:33

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Episode 114: Gemini Gems by Necessary IgnoranceBy Necessary Ignorance

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Suspicious Senators & Concerning Connections 10:14

13h ago10:14

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We have at least 2 Senators in Canada who have questionable ties to the Chinese government, and how are rumoured to be some of the names mentioned in the NSICOP report on foreign interference. So if that's the case, why is a group of concerned activists warning the federal government to approach this investigation with a level of caution? Alex Pier…

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IRGC Listed As Terrorists, Mortgage Frauds & Chinese Tariffs 28:47

1h ago28:47

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On this episode of the Alex Pierson Show Podcast we first get to celebrate the fact that after almost a decade, the federal government has FINALLY designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corp (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. But why now? Could there be an alternative motive? Alex turns to Kaveh Shahrooz, a human rights lawyer and Iranian-Cana…

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Blacklocks Check: ''Hopes and dreams,'' Liberal MP's will spend the summer talking to voters 10:34

14h ago10:34

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Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklocks Reporter joined Alex Pierson to discuss Liberal MP's will spend the summer talking to voters ''about their hopes and dreams,'' Government House Leader Steven Mackinnon said yesterday, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland says she routinely shares password-protected news stories. All this and more! Learn more …

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Heat Dome Harvests, Ring of Fire Roads & Strict Rules For Rover 32:36

18h ago32:36

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On this episode of the Alex Pierson Podcast, Alex first start off talking to some of the forgotten heroes in Canada...our farmers. Dusty Zamecnik is the General Manager of EZ Grow Farms in Norfolk County and mainly deals with propagating strawberries for larger farms or distribution centres. Alex and Dusty discuss how these heat waves affect his cr…

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Is Free Speech Really Free, How Hot Is Too Hot & AI Learning From Us! 31:30

2d ago31:30

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On this episode of The Alex Pierson Podcast, we first start off with free speech. After a group of law students signed an open petition against Israel, they are now starting to understand why free speech isn't free from repercussions. Alex speaks with Robyn Doolittle, an investigative reporter with the Globe And Mail who has been covering this issu…

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The TDSB: Ignoring History and Propelling Hate 12:47

2d ago12:47

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A new change coming to the TDSB is designed to combat rising hate...but focuses on "anti-Palestinian Racism" while underscoring rising anti-Semitism. Why is this the case, especially when the TDSB is unable to properly define what anti-Palestinian racism even is? Our host Alec Pierson is joined by a Toronto-based lawyer and also a concerned parent,…

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Blacklocks Check: Trudeau says foreign interference affects all parties, contradicting NDP leader Singh 11:17

2d ago11:17

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Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklocks Reporter joined Alex Pierson to discuss Trudeau appeared on CBC and seemed rather confused by comments Jagmeet Singh said that no one in the NDP caucus is a concern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 640 Toronto / Curiouscast

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Oldie But Goodie Series Explained 10:04

2d ago10:04

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It’s that time of year again: summer break. But I won’t leave you without something to look forward to. So in this episode, I walk you through a new (but old) series I’m launching to share the best of Mistakes That Made Me during the summer break. And I also reveal my most popular episodes ever. Check it out. -------- Loving the podcast? Join the p…

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Images Of Terror Fill McGill Encampment 11:04

3d ago11:04

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Posters have recently been seen at McGill University advertising a "summer camp" that would teach Solidarity for Palestine human rights...but the images and messaging are seen as both extremist, violent and even hate-fueled....so how are they allowed to remain up and why aren't they being investigated for terror? Alex Pierson has these same questio…

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Are Final Exams Still Necessary, What's The New Tool To Fight Auto-Theft & Should We Privatize The LCBO? 30:50

3d ago30:50

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On this episode of The Alex Pierson Podcast, we first start out talking about high schools, and if students really benefit from taking final exams to apply to post-secondary schools. There is a growing argument to ditch them completely, but how will that help the students? Alex Pierson speaks with Paige MacPherson, the associate director of educati…

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Keep Yourself 43:00

4d ago43:00

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Jude calls on Christians to do what is necessary to stay in the love of God. His words prepares us by reminding us of what we need to remember in order to be prepared in these end times. He gives three vital disciplines for every Christian.

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It's Kinda Expensive Outside 33:02

6d ago33:02

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The price of everything is UP!! But there's still work to be done in the drought, and it's on us to figure it out. Let's talk about it, In Jesus Name!

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AI On Duty: How A Virtual Lifeguard Can Save Lives 12:26

6d ago12:26

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Alex has the pleasure of speaking with one of the leading minds of the next generation, 13-year-old Evan Budz, whose Science Fair project can save hundreds if not thousands of lives a year. Alex and Evan talk about why and how he designed, programmed and invented a virtual lifeguard imaging program to alert users if someone is drowning in the pool!…

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Greenwashing Carbon Tax & Saving Lives With Science Fairs 25:02

9d ago25:02

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On this episode of the Alex Pierson Show Podcast, our host Alex Pierson first starts off speaking with a political columnist with the Toronto Sun, Brian Lilley. They talk about his recent piece on how the Trudeau liberals' own data on the carbon tax shows that it actually hurts the economy instead of helping it, and why this is just another major r…

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Building Up Arctic Defence & Rebuilding St. Anne's Anglican Church 22:17

10d ago22:17

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On this episode of The Alex Pierson Podcast, Alex first turns her attention to the Arctic Circle after Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly announced that she is in the process of crafting a new Arctic foreign policy. But why is she doing this now, do we really need to improve Arctic security and which 2 nations is she working with that make this …

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Blacklocks Check: Senator Upset By Security Bill 10:49

8d ago10:49

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Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklocks Reporter joined Alex Pierson to discuss - Liberal appointee Senator Yuen Pau Woo (B.C.) yesterday said he feared Canadians in “regular contact with a foreign state agent” will be targeted under a new security bill. Woo earlier reacted angrily when asked by reporters if he was a Chinese Communist Party agent…

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Rising Mortgage Delinquencies, New Use For AI, Why May Got First Read & Suspended For Your Beliefs 35:38

8d ago35:38

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Welcome to The Alex Pierson Show Podcast! The place where you can catch all the stories and interviews you might've missed when they first aired. On this episode, Alex first starts off focusing in on the crisis that is rising debt and delinquent mortgage payments, which passed over $ 1 billion for the first time in the province's history! Ron helps…

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Are Teachers in Toronto Taking Too Many Sick Days? 11:08

12d ago11:08

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The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) has a problem....well a few problems. But this one is about teachers taking more sick days on average than any other board in the province! But this can't just be teachers getting sick over 20 days a year, so what's fueling this? And how is it affecting the student's education? Host Alex Pierson speaks with …

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"Safer Supply" Leading To More Danger For The Youth 9:28

12d ago9:28

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A new report using data provided by CAMH has revealed that a growing number of the youth in Ontario have been getting access to "safer supply", which in turn is leading to many other mental and physical problems. Host Alex Pierson knows this to be a very serious issue, and brings on the expert to help make sense of it all. Adam Zivo is a columnist …

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Have The Libs Finally Opened Their Eyes To Colluding MPs? 12:53

12d ago12:53

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After giving a bunch of excuses and deflections, the federal liberal government has finally agreed to allow MPs accused of colluding with foreign governments to be investigated by the Commissioner of the Foreign Interference Inquiry. But will this be enough to address foreign interference, and why did our federal Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBl…

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Blacklocks Check: A third of Canadians will be foreign-born by 2041 based on current immigration trends 9:20

9d ago9:20

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Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklocks Reporter joined Alex Pierson to discuss Canadian-born residents would become a minority in Toronto, Foreign-born residents account for 23 percent of Canada’s population, “by far the highest of the G7 countries. this proportion could reach 32 percent by 2041 or one in three Canadian. We have made a conscious…

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Fire In Church Major Loss For Canadian History 11:15

13d ago11:15

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After a devastating fire quickly consumed and destroyed St. Anne's Anglican Church, many are still reeling about how major this loss is. Not only for those who frequented the house of worship, but also for those who have a love for architecture, classic Canadian painters, and love true Canadian history. To try and get a grasp of how major this loss…

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Canadian Billionaire Charged With Historic Sexual Assault 8:17

10d ago8:17

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Now infamous business mogul Frank Stronach has been charged with allegations of sexual assault dating all the way back to the 1980s. At 91 years old, why is this case being kicked off now, and what is the likelihood he will be convicted or even face jail time? Host Alex Pierson is joined by Criminal defence lawyer Ari Goldkind who explains why this…

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Hostages Thought Dead Rescued From Hamas Captivity! 10:10

13d ago10:10

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4 hostages who were abducted by Hamas after the horrific attack on October 7th were just rescued by Israeli forces! But, this was very far from a simple rescue mission because it actually involved some members of the media helping Hamas forces! To help keep the story clear, host Alex Pierson is joined by (ret'd) Commander Dan O'Shea, a former NAVY …

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Did The City Plan For The Gardiner Gridlock At All? 9:26

13d ago9:26

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A new study from GeoTab Intelligent Transportation Systems revealed that since the Gardiner construction started, Torontonians are spending over 250% more time stuck on commutes! But if this is the case, did Toronto not plan for it, or seek any data on how this construction would affect the city? Host Alex Pierson needs these questions answered, an…

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The Race For Mayor In Mississauga Is On! 9:28

13d ago9:28

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The polls are open and Mississauga residents are voting for their new mayor, but just how tight is the race and how many people are expected to vote? Steve Cormwell, city hall reporter with the Mississauga News joins host Alex Pierson to help layout the playing field, and whos looking like their in front of the pack. Learn more about your ad choice…

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