Best Winnipeg Free Press Podcasts (2024)

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

23m ago28:49

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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…

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

2h ago36:10

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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…

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Ep. 81 - The Truth About Ozempic: Pros & Cons and 3 Big Problems You Need To Know! 6:48

3d ago6:48

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Ozempic! Magic pill panacea or major pain in the butt (pun intended)? Mitch digs into the latest research, outlines the pros and cons and shares 3 big problems with it. ⭐️ Need a natural alternative? Get a free starter weight loss plan HERE: https://mitchcalvert.com/calculatorWhenever you're ready, here's how I can help:⭐️ Book a FREE Consultation …

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Showcase ep37 (ALBERTA ADVANTAGE, THE END OF SPORT, PRESS PROGRESS SOURCES + SWEATER WEATHER) 58:01

2d ago58:01

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Harbinger Showcase is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from Canada's #1 coast-to-coast community of politically and socially progressive podcasts. On this week's episode we speak with York University athlete Charlotte Phillips about playing on the Palestinian National Soccer Team member on THE END OF SPORT, discuss grocery prices and the Lobla…

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

6d ago45:23

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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…

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Tiff Macklem signs money, he doesn't print it 57:34

5d ago57:34

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Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem talks inflation, the difficulties of predicting a depression and what it's like to see his signature on Canadian bank notes.

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

9d ago31:40

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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…

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Ep. 80 - The Right (Only) Way To Lose Belly Fat 4:40

9d ago4:40

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All diets work, but not all diets work for you... The difference between burning fat (for energy) and burning stored body fat (for weight loss) The #1 thing you should do if your weight is stuck... ⭐️ Get the FREE Calorie & Protein custom calculator HERE: https://mitchcalvert.com/calculator/👍 Subscribe by clicking here @MitchCalvertWhenever you're …

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Showcase ep36 (ALBERTA ADVANTAGE, GREEN PLANET MONITOR, VICTOR'S CHILDREN, GREEN MAJORITY) 58:01

9d ago58:01

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Harbinger Showcase is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from Canada's #1 coast-to-coast community of politically and socially progressive podcasts. On this week's episode we examine how big corporations benefit from small businesses being the friendly face of modern capitalism on ALBERTA ADVANTAGE, speak with UN Special Rapporteur on the Right …

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There’s more to Joss Reimer than vaccines 1:15:10

13d ago1:15:10

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Dr. Joss Reimer, president of the Canadian Medical Association and medical lead of Manitoba’s vaccine task force, talks about health care and what the last pandemic can teach us about the next one.

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Ep. 79 - 5 Health Metrics That Predict Your Biological Age (how to reverse aging by at least 10 years!) 14:26

14d ago14:26

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True health is measured internally - and technology now allows you to SEE exactly what's happening underneath the hood. Here's how I've gotten my biological age 12 years under my actual age... by tracking and optimizing these 5 health metrics. ⭐️ Get the FREE Metabolism Jumpstart Secrets Guide HERE: https://mitchcalvert.com/free-cheat-sheet⭐️Whenev…

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

16d ago51:57

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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 …

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Showcase ep35 (ALBERTA ADVANTAGE, OATS FOR BREAKFAST, FREE CITY RADIO, THE ENVIRONMENT IN CANADA) 58:01

16d ago58:01

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Harbinger Showcase is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from Canada's #1 coast-to-coast community of politically and socially progressive podcasts. On this week's episode we speak with Montreal-based journalist Anaïs Elboujdaïni about her reporting from Gaza on OATS FOR BREAKFAST, sit down with anti poverty organizer John Clarke for a conversat…

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

17d ago43:24

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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…

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Ep. 78 - Flux Dieting for Faster Fat Loss (Masterclass Replay) 53:02

22d ago53:02

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Live Replay of our Monthly Masterclass - Flux Dieting for Faster Fat Loss ⭐️ Apply for our 12 year anniversary coaching scholarship HERE: https://forms.gle/56nUZ1adTzLQ44qr8 (open to all)Timestamps: ⁠ (0:00:00⁠) Intros ⁠ (0:02:06⁠) Summer weight creep explained ⁠ (0:02:50⁠) Agenda for the call ⁠ (0:05:01⁠) My rock bottom from 260 pounds ⁠(07:45⁠) T…

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

22d ago33:36

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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…

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Showcase ep34 (ALBERTA ADVANTAGE, PRESS PROGRESS SOURCES, BROADBENT INSTITUTE'S PERSPECTIVES, CLIMATE ORGANIZING SHORTS) 58:01

23d ago58:01

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Harbinger Showcase is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from Canada's #1 coast-to-coast community of politically and socially progressive podcasts. On this week's episode we speak to Palestine solidarity encampment supporters about their experiences with violent police crackdowns and explore how student movements of the past inform the present …

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Naheed Nenshi loves the Oilers. Really. 1:27:18

25d ago1:27:18

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The former mayor of Calgary is vying to become the leader of Alberta's NDP — and in so doing, wants to change the province's politics.

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

26d ago50:46

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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…

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Showcase ep33 (LIVE SHOW #3 w/ Jeremy Appel, Emma Jackson & Duncan Kinney) 58:01

30d ago58:01

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Harbinger Showcase is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from Canada's #1 coast-to-coast community of politically and socially progressive podcasts. On this week's episode it’s another spectacular edition of the HARBINGER SOAPBOX SERIES live podcast recording and community event! This edition, vol.3 - Edmonton: Purple City Blues features your fr…

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

1M ago1:05:44

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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…

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Jagmeet Singh's sensible approach to Ottawa nonsense 1:10:36

1M ago1:10:36

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The NDP leader prepares for a federal byelection while hoping to capitalize on Liberal misery.

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

1M ago43:53

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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…

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Ep 77 - Why Some People Can Lose Weight Eating More Than You! 12:40

1M ago12:40

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Fast forward to 1 minute in ;) We're diving into the reasons why some can diet on more calories than others, even if they're relatively similar in weight and age. You'll get some actionable strategies to put yourself in the "fast metabolism" group (there's more control here than you think) ⭐️ BONUS! Get the FREE Metabolism Jumpstart Secrets Guide H…

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Ep 76 - My Experience with Ozempic... it gave me one nasty side effect! 5:55

1M ago5:55

5:55

Ozempic is all the rage. Who's it for, who's it not for? I share my PERSONAL experience from a two week experiment in this episode... ⭐️ Get the FREE Metabolism Jumpstart Secrets Guide HERE: https://mitchcalvert.com/free-cheat-sheet⭐️ Whenever you're ready, here's how I can help:⭐️ Book a FREE Consultation Call with me: https://workwithmitch.ca Con…

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

1M ago42:13

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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…

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Ep. 75 - 4 BEST Tips To Get Fit (Lose Up To 10 lbs by July Long) 5:18

1M ago5:18

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If you haven’t started yet, don’t expect to completely transform yourself in time for Summer☀️But it IS possible to make considerable progress over the next 6 weeks with these four pillars... Either way you will feel WAY more confident about the way you feel and look, which will help you have a WAY better Summer🍉⛱️ ⭐️ Get the FREE CAP (Calorie & Pr…

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May 21 2024- Did Murder Victim Run Out Of Luck? 34:00

2M ago34:00

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A recap of violent incidents across the city is the theme of Episode 48, including a possible lead in an inner-city homicide. Part 1- Our recent episodes get a mention, as does the controversy about antisemitism on display at the University of Manitoba medical graduation- which earned a stern rebuke from the Rady family. Will this issue trip up the…

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May 17 2024- Assiniboia Downs Saddles Up For New Season 21:03

2M ago21:03

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The ‘Sport of Kings’ has been thrilling fans of thoroughbred racing at ⁠Winnipeg’s Assiniboia Downs ⁠since 1958. TGCTS returns to covering the world of sports with this special interview. Last year ASD set a betting record, but there's a lot more happening at the west Portage Avenue destination than just 'playing the horses'. It's an important part…

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's excellent pan-Canadian adventure 58:23

2M ago58:23

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During his recent visit to Winnipeg, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau talks about competing visions for the future of Canada and why he's too busy to think about retiring.

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May 16 2024- Sandra Saint-Cyr Seeks School Trustee Seat In St. Boniface 1:00:11

2M ago1:00:11

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In Episode 46, you'll hear about the Louis Riel School Division By-Election to fill a Trustee seat in Ward 1 on June 6th. School board elections have long been used as a farm club for the Manitoba NDP- and with no spending or donation rules it's a wild-west environment for unions and other radical groups to seize a lever of political power. After t…

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May 13 2024- The Battle Over Math In Manitoba 56:59

2M ago56:59

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In Episode 45, we take a deep dive into the battle over math education in Manitoba. After playing out in the media for almost 20 years in plain sight, we go through the history. Math is hard for lefties when the actual educators refuse to let the Paulo Friere critical race theory fan club take over school curriculum, and promote "anti-racist" math …

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Ep. 56 - 4 Ways to Halt Hunger on a Diet (Beyond The Obvious...) 7:33

2M ago7:33

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You've heard the usual tips like prioritize protein and get your sleep to reduce cravings and hunger on a diet. But what if that isn't enough? Here's the next level secrets to halt hunger on a diet! ⭐️ Get the FREE Metabolism Jumpstart Secrets Guide HERE: https://mitchcalvert.com/free-cheat-sheet⭐️ Whenever you're ready, here's how I can help: ⭐️ B…

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May 8 2024- Assiniboine Pilot Project A Bike Lobby Trojan Horse, Warns Wyatt 1:01:48

2M ago1:01:48

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Episode 44 opens with listener comments about our tribute to Brian Smiley; an update on the Dan Rentz 911 suicide call from Episode 42; then lots more updates in the city hall and provincial round-ups! 8:00 Part 2- Using the bully pulpit of the Free Press, Brent Bellamy is the mouthpiece of the elitist 'urban visionary' crowd in Winnipeg, aligned w…

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Ep. 55 - Five Secrets to STICK to Your Diet (This Time Once And For All! :P) 6:26

2M ago6:26

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Some conventional and unconventional secrets to stick to your diet this time! ⭐️ Join the group that's helped 1,500 busy parents lose belly fat without BS fads, just simple science: https://facebook.com/groups/calvertfitnessgroup⭐️Whenever you're ready, here's how I can help:⭐️ Book a FREE Consultation Call with me: https://workwithmitch.caConnect …

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Bernadette Smith: NDP's minister of Everything? 1:03:00

2M ago1:03:00

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Manitoba's minister of housing, addictions, homelessness and mental health talks about her campaign to bring dignity to vulnerable Manitobans.

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May 5 2024- Brian Smiley, Gone Too Soon 30:14

2M ago30:14

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This episode is dedicated to Brian Smiley, who passed away on May 4 from colon cancer at age 69. (It wasn't until after this was recorded that we finally learned his real, and not 'show-business' age.) Brian was a special guest on the debut episode of The Great Canadian Talk Show on Kick-FM in 2006 and made numerous appearances over the years. He w…

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Ep. 54 - Supplements I Use to Feel 20 at 40 (That All Dads Should Consider!) 4:00

2M ago4:00

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Most supplements suck, but through trial and error and research I found these four supplements to be staples to feel 20 as I approach 40... FREE MEAL CALORIE/MACRO CALCULATOR: The Calvert Fitness custom calorie calculator will provide you with a starting point—complete with custom calorie target, portions and sample recipes—personalized for your bo…

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May 1 2024- City Keeps 911 Audio From Suicide Victim’s Family 40:47

2M ago40:47

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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…

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April 27 2024- NDP Flailing On Health, Housing, CFS Files 42:21

2M ago42:21

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Late breaking news caused a shift in direction for Episode 41, but we make sure you get the analysis you need to know what’s going on with Wab Kinew’s crew! Part 1 – Our interview about the police shooting of Brad Singer in February opened a lot of eyes to the questions that deserve answers. Here’s the link: A listener sent a thoughtful response to…

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April 24 2024- Family Gets Ambulance And Clean-up Bills, But No Answers After Cop Shooting 50:01

2M ago50:01

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The shooting of Brad Singer by Winnipeg police, and the effect of his death on his family, is the topic of Episode 40. The Singer family are trying to raise financial support for the sudden and significant costs they have had to bear, as you’ll hear in this podcast – the link to donate is https://www.givesendgo.com/bradsinger Part 1- Gerry Singer j…

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Showcase ep32 (ALBERTA ADVANTAGE, THE BREACH SHOW, GREEN PLANET MONITOR, THE FORGOTTEN CORNER) 58:01

2M ago58:01

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Harbinger Showcase is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from Canada's #1 coast-to-coast community of politically and socially progressive podcasts. On this week's episode we dissect Canada’s participation in military occupations and failed elections in Haiti on THE BREACH SHOW, visit Palestine’s Institute for Biodiversity and Sustainability and…

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April 22 2024- Winnipeg in Crisis: Housing, Homelessness, And Hard Drugs 1:14:25

3M ago1:14:25

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Episode 39 opens with Marty Gold telling his personal stories of 3 people who have recently passed away- Maggie Roulette of Amaranth, Dr. Monte Kowall, and former newsman and voice of Assiniboia Downs, Jim Farrell. 15:30 Part 2- Guest Kelly Ryback has his own Jim Farrell story to tell before we pick up on ⁠his previous interview on Episode 37⁠. 18.…

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Hoops star to health minister: A chat with Uzoma Asagwara 1:13:41

3M ago1:13:41

1:13:41

Manitoba Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara talks about overseeing the provincial government's largest budget and fixing a health care system that is gridlocked and short staffed.

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Ep. 53 - Doug shares how he lost 29 pounds without hating his diet 6:43

3M ago6:43

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Doug had tried it all. Name a diet and he had done it. So why was he so successful in Cal Fit? A simple system that didn't require cutting out the foods he loves... ⭐️ Get the FREE Metabolism Jumpstart Secrets Guide HERE: https://mitchcalvert.com/free-cheat-sheet Whenever you're ready, here's how I can help: ⭐️ Book a FREE Consultation Call with me…

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Ep. 52 - Jackie Shed 31 Pounds and Symptoms of Menopause 6:53

2M ago6:53

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Let's give a hand to Jackie! Jackie decided it was time for a change with a milestone birthday on the horizon approaching 50 with peri-menopausal symptoms slowing her down. Fast forward and here are her results in Calvert Fitness Coaching -> 8 inches and 31 pounds GONE and feeling world's better inside and out!! The true prize goes beyond the photo…

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April 18 2024- Manitoba MLA News And Rumours 41:55

3M ago41:55

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The spotlight is on the Manitoba Legislature in Episode 38, and we report on what people are talking about, what we've heard, and what we're willing to guess. Part 1- The day Heather Stefanson walks out of 450 Broadway is coming up fast. We look at the jockeying for her Tuxedo seat, and for her former job as leader of the Progressive Conservative p…

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Showcase ep31 (UNRIGGED AT THE 2024 PROGRESS SUMMIT w/ THE BREACH. PIVOT, BRIARPATCH, THE HOSER and PRESS PROGRESS) 56:33

3M ago56:33

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Harbinger Showcase is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from Canada's #1 coast-to-coast community of politically and socially progressive podcasts. On this week's episode: Ever since Facebook banned Canadian news in 2023, the task of building spaces for independent journalism to thrive has become more crucial than ever. Last November the indepe…

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April 15 2024- Bike Lobby Demands No Soup For Russ! 54:03

3M ago54:03

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Episode 37 combines a look at City Hall with a Crime and Public Safety update, including a clue why carjackers and criminals started targeting the South Kenaston malls. Part 1 - Which were our most popular podcasts during the funding campaign? Those episodes are how we earned your trust - and loyal listeners spurred a last-week surge to surpass the…

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April 12 2024- CTF Flags Winnipeg and Manitoba Debt Burden 44:08

3M ago44:08

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A tradition returns to TGCTS as we welcome the Canadian Taxpayers Federation for Episode 36! Part 1- Gage Haubrich, CTF Prairie Director, starts off by tackling the City of Winnipeg budget. We dig into the under-the-radar subject of the $200M civic 40-Year Bond, and the interest cost to taxpayers. Despite the city carrying a higher than Canadian av…

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