Podcasts about Conservative government

Peter Cardwell, Presenter on Talk, and former Conservative Government advisor

Today our guest is Jason Kenney, the longtime federal Conservative MP and former United Conservative Party premier of Alberta. Kenney worked closely for many years with now-Conservative party leader Pierre Poilievre, and he has been outspoken on the trade war with U.S. President Donald Trump. So today we're having him on to talk about tariffs, the Canadian election, and tensions within the Conservative movement.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

Huw Merriman, former Minister of Rail in the last Conservative Government talks about his new role as Chair of the Liverpool Manchester Railway Board. He explains how Andy Burnham (Mayor of Greater Manchester) and Steve Rotheram (Mayor of Liverpool City Region) have tasked him with leading the creation of far more than just a railway – an economic corridor to promote jobs and growth on a big scale.We also discuss HS2 and the decision of Rishi Sunak when Prime Minister to cancel Phase 2 north of Birmingham. Huw explains not only was he not consulted, just informed, some of his team were tasked with developing plans for the cancellation and the creation of Network North, yet he was not involved! Huw explains he's still a big supporter however and that one day, he believes HS2 will get to Manchester!Membership: If you want to see even more from Green Signals, including exclusive content, become a member and support the channel further too.YouTube -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@GreenSignals/join⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/GreenSignals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Green Signals: Website -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.greensignals.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merchandise - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://greensignals.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.greensignals.org/#mailing-list⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow: X (Twitter) -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/greensignallers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/green-signals-productions-ltd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/greensignallers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Credits:Photos of Huw Merriman - By David Woolfall - https://members-api.parliament.uk/api/Members/4442/Portrait?cropType=ThreeFourGallery:https://members.parliament.uk/member/4442/portrait,CC BY 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=86672593Presenters - Nigel Harris (@railnigel on X) & Richard Bowker CBE (@SRichardBowker). General Manager: Stef Foster (@stefatrail)

Trump's potential embrace of 'continentalist geopolitics' poses a grave risk to Canada. How are Canada's grain farmers getting caught in the crosshairs of the trade war? Danielle Smith; the what-will-she -do-next-premier of Alberta. Could reforms to enhance air travel competition in Canada be coming? And new polling on the Federal Election; what could a Carney win mean for the Conservative Government? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From boosting Canada's stagnant energy sector to restoring historic figures to places of honour, Pierre Poilievre used a mix of familiar ideas and new proposals to reveal what a Conservative government would look like at a rally in Ottawa. Plus, Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney admits he is an elitist and globalist but claims that's exactly what Canada needs. And most Canadians believe sharing pronouns or gender identity may be counterproductive or entirely ineffective. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and Geoff Knight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this edition of our Public Law Podcast series, Nusrat Zar and Jasveer Randhawa are joined by Lord Charles Banner KC, who is a leading authority in planning, environmental, and public law, with a focus on infrastructure and energy developments. We discuss Lord Banner's review into the planning and delivery of nationally significant infrastructure projects (NSIPs), which was commissioned by the previous Conservative Government. The review examines the causes of legal challenges against the NSIP regime through judicial reviews of Development Consent Orders. It explores whether these challenges unduly delay NSIPs and how such delays might be resolved. The conversation also addresses the balance between ensuring access to justice and the timely delivery of infrastructure projects that offer significant public benefits and support the energy transition.

Ginny Roth, a prominent conservative voice and partner at Crestview, joins us to explore the potential future of a Conservative government in Canada. With her deep roots in political organizing and consulting, Ginny offers an insider's perspective on what a government under Pierre Poilievre might prioritize. We unravel the possible consequences a second Trump presidency could have on Canadian conservatives and examine Poilievre's distinctive protectionist approach on social media, diving into how these dynamics might reshape public affairs and policies north of the border. Our conversation progresses into the intricate world of trade relations, with a spotlight on how a Trump electoral victory could shift Canada's economic ties with the US. From the prospects of renegotiating the USMCA to the strategic efforts Canada might employ to protect its interests, we cover it all. We touch on the potential impact of Trump's proposed tariffs and discuss influential figures like Marco Rubio who could play key roles in shaping future US-Canada relations. Through Ginny's insights, we gain a clearer understanding of Poilievre's leadership style, highlighting his data-driven strategies and his focus on aligning business interests with voter concerns. The episode culminates in a detailed analysis of the challenges and opportunities a Conservative government might navigate. We explore pressing issues like housing affordability and economic innovation, and consider Poilievre's commitment to fiscal discipline and reducing government intervention. Drawing inspiration from political figures like Dominic Cummings, we discuss the hurdles a new administration would face in implementing rapid reforms within Canada's bureaucratic system. Join us for a comprehensive look at how a Conservative-led government might tackle the complexities of governance and drive effective policies amidst a shifting political landscape. --------------------- About The Business Council of Alberta The Business Council of Alberta was founded on a simple idea: to make life better for all Albertans. We believe that business has an important role in improving society, and that when business does well, we all do well. We work with the chief executives and leading entrepreneurs of Alberta's largest enterprises to understand the big, long-term challenges that Albertans are facing and work with industry, government, and civil society to solve these problems and build shared prosperity for every person who calls Alberta home. Check out more of our recent work: https://bit.ly/3JG9ifS Check out recent episodes of AlbertaBETTER: https://bit.ly/3bHlfFB Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BPxDhv Follow us on social media: Twitter: https://bit.ly/3P7pgB0 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Qx6B2J LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3QaetHE YouTube: https://bit.ly/3QswqAV

Guest: Dr. Jane Philpott, dean, faculty of health sciences, Queen's University, former federal cabinet minister, author of Health for All, and chair of Ontario's Primary Care Action Team

Years of low but volatile capital spending have left public services across the country struggling with crumbling buildings and poor-quality IT and equipment. But public finances are tight, meaning that government will need to get better value from its spending – not just rely on spending more. There is a role for both national and local government in making sure that capital budgets are spent well – so what would a Conservative government do? Speakers: Steve Brine, former Chair of the Health and Social Care Select Committee Polly Curtis, Chief Executive of Demos Stuart Hoddinott, Senior Researcher at the Institute for Government Sam Rowlands MS, Welsh Shadow Minister for Health This event was chaired by Emma Norris, Deputy Director of the Institute for Government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This event was held at the Conservative Party Conference 2024 in Birmingham. Speakers: Steve Brine, former Chair of the Health and Social Care Select Committee Polly Curtis, Chief Executive of Demos Stuart Hoddinott, Senior Researcher at the Institute for Government Sam Rowlands MS, Welsh Shadow Minister for Health This event was chaired by Emma Norris, Deputy Director of the Institute for Government.

Despite his seeming popularity, public opinion shows a mix of fear and hope regarding a Conservative government under Poilievre. In this episode of the Bill Kelly podcast, Bill discusses the fallout from the NDP-Liberal divorce and recent Angus Reid polling data. He also shares his beliefs on whether or not there will be an election soon.Don't forget to like, follow and subscribe across our channels! Thank you.Listen to the podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredFacebook: https://facebook.com/TheBillKellyPodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisbillkelly/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisbillkelly/SubStack: Get full access to Bill Kelly's Substack at billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

How did the Conservatives turn 14 years of unprecedented political power into near-extinction at the ballot box? Where did it all go so wrong? How will their era go down in history? And what made Rishi Sunak  take his catastrophic electoral gamble in 2024? Steve Richards of the Rock & Roll Politics podcast talks to Ben Riley-Smith, whose new book Blue Murder: The Rise and Fall of the Conservative Government 2010-2024 charts the dramatic rise and fall of the Tories.   We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/bunker for £100 sponsored credit.   www.patreon.com/bunkercast   Written and presented by Steve Richards. Produced by Eliza Davis Beard. Audio production by Tom Taylor. Managing Editor Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor Andrew Harrison. Art by James Parrett. Music by Kenny Dickinson. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production   www.podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pope has appointed Apostolic Nuncio Mark Miles to Costa Rica. The Gibraltarian Archbishop has been the Apostolic Nuncio in the Republic of Benin. Previously he was the papal ambassador to the West African country, and became the first Gibraltarian priest to hold such a senior diplomatic role and to be ordained an Archbishop. We spoke to the Bishop Carmel Zammitt about the appointment as well as News Editor Christine Vasquez.The MP for Finchley and Golders Green, Sarah Sackman has been appointed Solicitor General. In a statement, the Labour MP of Gibraltarian origin said that after 14 years of a Conservative Government people's trust in the rule of law and in the integrity of politics needed to be restored. The Chief Minister has welcomed the appointment saying he's particularly pleased to note the calibre of the appointments being made by the Labour Government. The Solicitor General advises the Crown and the Cabinet as deputy to the Attorney General. She spoke to GBC last week after the General election.And, during the summer the Bay and Strait of Gibraltar is a hotspot for tuna fishing. It's a hot topic, both from a political and sporting standpoint. We had a discussion on this in the studio with is Sam Marrache of the Tuna Fishing Club, as well and Christian Balban-Torres who recently competed in Gibraltar's first ever tuna fishing competition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sleaford Mods' Jason Williamson swung by JOETowers to chat to Oli about the general election, class, welfare, and the possibility of socialism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's guests Doug Porter, Chief Economist and Managing Director with BMO Dr. Michael Geist, Law Professor at the University of Ottawa / Canada Research Chair in Internet and E-Commerce Law Paula Simons, Independent Alberta Senator Mike Martens, Alberta President -Independent Contractors and Businesses Association  Aaron Sutherland, Vice President of Western and Pacific Regions - Insurance Bureau of Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been decades since the Conservative party played any real role in British Columbia's legislature. But that might be changing. With a little over four months to go before the next provincial election, they BC Conservatives are neck and neck with the NDP to form the next government, at least according to polls?Is it a mirage? A sign of a serious shift in the electorate? Or an indication of pure frustration and anger with the current government, so much so that anyone else, even a party that has spent decades in the province's political wilderness, will do?GUEST: Andrew MacLeod, Legislative Bureau Chief, The Tyee We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or by calling 416-935-5935 and leaving us a voicemailOr @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

With the General Election called last week, Steve and Helen take an in-depth look back at health policy in the fourteen years of Conservative Government, as well as the work of the Health and Social Care Select Committee in the past Parliament. The report on the infected blood inquiry, Jersey's new policy on assisted dying and a new junior doctors strike is also covered. Want ask a question for next episode? Drop a quick email to podcast@stevebrine.com or find us on social media at 'Prevention is the new cure'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we dive into the unexpected political shake-up in Westminster, where Rishi Sunak's decision to call a general election has thrown Parliament into turmoil. The Prime Minister's surprising move to hold the election in early July, rather than waiting until Autumn, has sent shockwaves through the political landscape.We explore the immediate impact on MPs and their staff, highlighting notable figures who have swiftly announced their decision to step down. With the election looming, the normal legislative process is being accelerated in what's known as the 'wash-up,' where parties negotiate which bills will make it onto the statute book. Some bills may fall by the wayside, others may be significantly altered, and a few might make it through relatively unscathed.Select Committees also face significant challenges. How many of their outstanding reports can be completed and published before Parliament is prorogued? And what will happen to unfinished inquiries once MPs depart Westminster?Looking ahead, we discuss the parliamentary timetable post-election. Newly elected MPs will be summoned to Parliament, but what will the schedule look like if the State Opening and the King's Speech occur in mid-July? Will the Summer recess proceed as usual, or will a new government keep MPs in Westminster to legislate and get acquainted with their new roles?Away from the Westminster drama, we examine a major scrutiny challenge for the next Parliament: holding Metro Mayors accountable for their powers and the billions they spend on services. Should accountability be driven from the top down by Parliament, or from the bottom up by local government? The Conservative Government has proposed regional “MPs sessions” in the West Midlands and Manchester. What form would these sessions take, and would they be effective? We also explore Labour's proposals with insights from Dr. Jack Newman of Bristol University, author of a new report on rebuilding local democracy and the accountability challenges posed by English devolution.

The Conservative party's plan to tie immigration numbers to available jobs and homes could result in a lower or higher immigration target, according to the Conservative immigration critic Tom Kmiec. Plus, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is not considering a ban on transgender change rooms or women's prisons. And in 2024, electric vehicles were harder to sell than gas-powered cars. Tune into The Daily Brief with Lindsay Shepherd and Isaac Lamoureux! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christian speaks at length with Steve Norris, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the UK Department for Transport between 1992 and 1996, who was the key Rail Minister serving John Major's Conservative Government in delivering the privatisation of Great Britain's railways and the creation of new industry structures.  While reflecting on the passenger growth which followed the 1993 Railways Act as well as candidly examining the shortcomings which emerged, Steve has much to say about flaws in the rail reform programme being promoted by today's Conservative Government, plus some pointed questions for Labour's alternative [2:30].  With the Labour Party having just published proposals for bus reform across England, Christian looks at what this could mean for cities and regions aspiring to enjoy bus networks more like those taken for granted in London [31:48].

In the latest episode of The Food Professor podcast, hosts Michael LeBlanc and Dr. Sylvain Charlebois are joined by the esteemed Dr. Ian Lee, an Associate Professor at Carleton University. Together, they delve into a series of pressing topics in food and agriculture, leveraging Dr. Lee's extensive knowledge and experience. The discussion covers competition in the food industry, the anticipated impact of the Code of Conduct, and Canada's economic outlook.The episode kicks off with a crucial conversation about the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) and its potential implications for Canada. The hosts then turn their attention to Statistics Canada's food basket pricing, a topic of significant interest and debate, questioning whether it underestimates or overestimates the real costs. They reference a Toronto Sun column penned by Sylvain that highlights some discrepancies in the pricing.Attention shifts to the upcoming US Farm Bill, which is anticipated to allocate $1.4 trillion over ten years, juxtaposed against Canada's comparatively modest $3.5 billion Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) over five years. The hosts also correct a previous claim regarding Amazon's "just walk out" technology, clarifying misconceptions about the system's operation.The conversation further explores the evolving landscape of automation in meatpacking, highlighting Smithfield's initiative to deploy robots for tasks like rib pulling, significantly reducing waste and reassigning workers to less physically demanding roles. This shift toward automation, exemplified by Smithfield's strategy to reassign about 500 employees annually, marks a transformative phase in food production, aiming for higher efficiency and worker safety.Lastly, we touch upon the wine industry's challenges, noting a significant surplus in California's bulk wine market, showcasing the broader economic and logistical complexities facing today's food and agriculture sectors.Statistics Canada PHOTO BY TONY CALDWELL/POSTMEDIAhttps://www.wsj.com/business/meet-the-robots-slicing-your-barbecue-ribs-338a7794?mod=Searchresults_pos1&page=1About IanI am an Associate Professor at Carleton University in the Sprott School where I started in 1988, teaching the 4th year and(later) the MBA Strategic Management capstone course, as well as related courses such as International Business Strategy, from then to now. After dropping out of grade 12 in 1971, I worked at a series of minimum wage jobs for 3 years in the early 1970s. In 1974, I started with an American financial services multinational as a credit manager trainee eventually becoming a Branch Manager in several branches in Ottawa and Eastern Ontario. I was then recruited in 1977 by Canada's oldest bank (that predates Canada by a half century), where I was given outstanding training in banking, economics and management by British bankers. I was employed at the BMO Main Office Branch (4thlargest in all Canada at that time) at 144 Wellington and Sparks opposite Parliament Hill and beside the National Press Club (Parliament subsequently acquired, refurbished and renamed the branch as Sir John A. Macdonald Building for Parliament Hill receptions). As Loan and Mortgage Manager in my mid 20s, I dealt with cabinet ministers in the Trudeau Government, Senators, MPs, national journalists, Supreme Court judges, deputy ministers, national NGOs and staff of embassies including the Chinese and USSR Ambassadors, as well as national institutions such as the Bank of Canada. And in that capacity throughout those years, I evaluatedpersonal and corporate financial statements and lent millions and millions of dollars in demand loans, consumer loans, mortgage loans and business loans.  After completing my entire undergraduate degree on a part time basis in the evenings over 10 years while employed full time, I resigned from the bank to enroll full time in a master's degree in public policy in 1982 at Carleton University. However, I completed the second year of the master's degree full time in evenings in 1983-84 as I accepted a position as a full time policy analyst with Canada Post Corporation in Corporate Finance and Banking, Head Office. Upon graduation in 1984, I resigned from Canada Post to enroll in the PhD program in the public policy stream at Carleton University graduating in 1989. My 850 page PhD thesis was titled: The Canadian Post Office: Origins, growth and decay of the state postal function, 1765-1981. While completing my PhD, I was employed for one summer in 1985 in the Privy Council Office, Machinery of Government.Shortly after starting with the Sprott School on a tenure track in 1988, the Berlin Wall came down in October 1989. Then in 1990-91, Carleton University School of Business was awarded $3 million by Foreign Affairs Canada to establish a Canadian Business School in Poland at theprestigious Central School for Planning and Statistics – later renamed the Warsaw School of Economics. In April 1991, I became the first western professor to teach in a university in a former communist country under an OECD country funded business management program. I have continued to teach at Warsaw School of Economics (in the EMBA since 1997) where I have had a bird's eye view of the remarkable transformation of Poland from an impoverished, corrupt centralizedsocialist economy managed by the elite nomenklatura to a remarkably vibrant prosperous decentralized democratic country in transition.Since 1990, I have taught approximately 100 times across the Atlantic or Pacific Oceans, mostly in EMBA programs, in many different countries ranging from Poland to Russia to Iran to Ukraine to Cuba to Romania to Slovenia to Latvia to Czech to Argentina to Croatiato Mexico and after 1997 in China – always inAmerican or Canadian universities in partnership with a local university. I taught a number of times for the University of Washington (Seattle) with ASEBUSS in Bucharest, Romania; Katz Graduate School U Pittsburg in Prague; SUNY Buffalo with Riga Business School, Latvia; Carnegie-Mellon with IMI-Kiev, Ukraine; Carleton Sprott School with Qeshm Institute in Qeshm and Tehran, Iran; University of Ottawa in Hong Kong; Carleton Sprott School with Donghua University in Shanghai; UQAM at Warsaw School of Economics; Kozminski Academy of Entrepreneurship, Warsaw; Czech Management Center, Prague; IEDC, Bled, Slovenia; Zagreb, Croatia.These extensive international teaching experiencesover a third of a century, provided a much deeper understanding of non-western, often authoritarian, frequently deeply corrupt, state centrally planned or administered countries sometimes transitioning to western, rule of law, decentralized economies and societies.From 1996-98, I was appointed as Supervisor of the Bachelor of International Business in the Sprott School to address significant structural issues that emerged after this innovative new program had been operational for 2 years. In 2007, I was appointed as Chair of the MBA Restructuring Committee that led to the replacement of the former thesis based master's degree with a brand new professional MBA degree. We benchmarked key competitor MBA programs and completed extensive consultation with all relevant stakeholders that led to the proposed new structure including 50 new MBA graduate courses. I was then appointed the new MBA Director from 2007-2010 to implement the new program including staffing 50 new MBA courses with permanent faculty and contract instructors.I completed two sabbaticals in the USA: at American University in Washington DC in 1995 and Cal State Monterey Bay one hour south of Silicon Valley from 2001-2003. I am presently a member of the Carleton University Board of Governors, 2016-2019. I am also a member of the Sprott School MBA Committee, Carleton University EURUS Advisory Board and the Carleton University Graduate Appeal Committee since 2010.During the past 50 years, in addition to visiting every Canadian province, I completed road trips through 43 of 50 US states and visited 8 of 14 US Presidential libraries. I have visited most West, Central and East European countries including living for 2 years each at RCAF 3 Wing, Zweibrucken, West Germany andRCAF 1 Wing, Marville France in the mid 1950s (where my father flew F-86 Sabre jets and later F-104 Starfighter jets).Over the years, I appeared extensively in the media including CBC, CTV and Global National News, CBC TV On the Money weekly on The Roundup, and Power and Politics and CBC Radio Syndication. I am a weekly regular on CFRA Rob Snow program and Sirius-National Post Radio as well as the Corus Radio Networkin Toronto. Over the last 10 years, I published 45 Op-Eds in the Globe and Mail, New York Times, National Post, Financial Post and Ottawa Citizen concerning contemporary public policy issues as well as research monographs for the Macdonald-Laurier Institute concerning Canada Post, supply management, alternative payment instruments, deficits and the retirement income system.Since 2008, I appeared by invitation before House of Commons and Senate finance, banking, industry and trade committees 25 times concerning public policy debates. I have been invited by Global TV to attend every federal budget lockup as one of their expert witnesses since 2008.I have published multiple times in the annual edition of How Ottawa Spends concerning Canada's retirement system, the PBO, deficits, corporate income reform and the Liberal downsizing of 1995-97 and the Conservative Government downsizing of 2010-15. The Food Professor #podcast is presented by Caddle. About UsDr. Sylvain Charlebois is a Professor in food distribution and policy in the Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University in Halifax. He is also the Senior Director of the Agri-food Analytics Lab, also located at Dalhousie University. Before joining Dalhousie, he was affiliated with the University of Guelph's Arrell Food Institute, which he co-founded. Known as “The Food Professor”, his current research interest lies in the broad area of food distribution, security and safety. Google Scholar ranks him as one of the world's most cited scholars in food supply chain management, food value chains and traceability.He has authored five books on global food systems, his most recent one published in 2017 by Wiley-Blackwell entitled “Food Safety, Risk Intelligence and Benchmarking”. He has also published over 500 peer-reviewed journal articles in several academic publications. Furthermore, his research has been featured in several newspapers and media groups, including The Lancet, The Economist, the New York Times, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, BBC, NBC, ABC, Fox News, Foreign Affairs, the Globe & Mail, the National Post and the Toronto Star.Dr. Charlebois sits on a few company boards, and supports many organizations as a special advisor, including some publicly traded companies. Charlebois is also a member of the Scientific Council of the Business Scientific Institute, based in Luxemburg. Dr. Charlebois is a member of the Global Food Traceability Centre's Advisory Board based in Washington DC, and a member of the National Scientific Committee of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) in Ottawa. About MichaelMichael is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. He has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Secure conference with leaders from The Gap and Kroger talking about violence in retail stores, keynotes on the state & future of retail in Orlando and Halifax, and at the 2023 Canadian GroceryConnex conference, hosting the CEOs of Walmart Canada, Longo's and Save-On-Foods Canada. Michael brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael also produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in North America, Remarkable Retail, Canada's top retail industry podcast; the Voice of Retail; Canada's top food industry and the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor, with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois. Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail influencers for the fourth year in a row, Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer, and you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state of the retail industry in Canada and the U.S., and the future of retail.

Samuel Duncan is a Vice President at Wellington Advocacy. He has held senior roles in both Premier Doug Ford's office at Queen's Park and in Prime Minister Stephen Harper's office on Parliament Hill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Writer and YouTuber J.J. McCullough discusses the implementation of the Online Streaming Act and other efforts by the Trudeau government to regulate the internet, the policy priorities of a possible Poilievre-led Conservative government, the future of the Liberal Party, and growing instances of federal incursion into provincial and local jurisdiction.The Hub Dialogues features The Hub's editor-at-large, Sean Speer, in conversation with leading entrepreneurs, policymakers, scholars, and thinkers on the issues and challenges that will shape Canada's future at home and abroad.If you like what you are hearing on Hub Dialogues consider subscribing to The Hub's free weekly email newsletter featuring our insights and analysis on key public policy issues. Sign up here: https://thehub.ca/free-member-sign-up/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:20 - The Canada Strong and Free Network conference could hold clues for the Conservative government to come, by Samuel Duncan 5:45 - How to get better—not bigger—government, by Andrew Evans and Sean Speer If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/free-member-sign-up/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on an investigation alleging racism by the British government's largest cash donor.

On this week's #NCFNewspeak, NCF Director Peter Whittle, Senior Fellow Rafe Heydel-Mankoo and SDP London Mayoral candidate Amy Gallagher discuss: * Chancellor of the Exchequer opens his budget speech with a gift of £1 million for a Muslim war memorial * Church of England wokery reaches new levels with a £1 Billion fund for slavery * Conservative Government's new definition of extremism threatens free speech of many small "c" conservative groups and individuals and is a free gift for Labour to exploit once it gets to power. --------------- SUBSCRIBE: If you are enjoying the show, please subscribe to our channel on YouTube (click the Subscribe Button underneath the video and then Click on the Bell icon next to it to make sure you Receive All Notifications) AUDIO: If you prefer Audio you can subscribe on iTunes or Soundcloud. Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-923838732 itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/s... SUPPORT/DONATE: PAYPAL/ CARD PAYMENTS - ONE TIME & MONTHLY: You can donate in a variety of ways via our website: http://www.newcultureforum.org.uk/#do... It is set up to accept one time and monthly donations. JOIN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Web: http://www.newcultureforum.org.uk F: https://www.facebook.com/NCultureForum/ Y: http://www.youtube.com/c/NewCultureForum T: http://www.twitter.com/NewCultureForum (@NewCultureForum)

The end is near for this Conservative Government but what do the by-election results tell us about how much trouble they are in and which of all the other parties will benefit.John, Richard and Party President Mark Pack discuss all the fallout from the by-elections, plus the importance of hope and a vision in today's cynical political climate.Keep up to date with the LibDem Podcast on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter - @LibDemPodPlease like & subscribe to the channel on YouTube as well as through your podcast provider so you never miss an episode.If you want to support the show why not join our Patreon exclusive service at: www.patreon.com/libdempodThanks for listeningThe Lib Dem Podcast

Polls are consistently putting the Pierre Poilievre Conservatives far ahead of the inept Trudeau Liberals. Notwithstanding that in Canada it is often said that we don't vote governments in, but instead vote them out… Do the Conservatives have any substance behind their recent popularity? What will the Conservatives do to make Canada better? Ginny Roth is a Partner at Crestview Strategy - she joins Stephen LeDrew to discuss this for Three Minutes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PM Sunak sees off a rebellion over his Rwanda Bill, and the Horizon scandal continues. Despite two senior resignations, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak managed to pass his bill to send asylum seekers to Rwanda in the Commons despite threats of rebellion, but now the legislation passes to the Lords, with the PM urging them to back the bill in a press conference. What's going to happen next, and is the Rwanda bill the vote winner the Conservative Government hopes it will be? In Holyrood, opposition parties highlight the Horizon scandal and the sub-postmasters wrongly convicted in Scotland, as First Minister Humza Yousaf seeks UK wide legislation to overturn convictions - but does the UK Government agree?

Why did it take a TV drama to wake politicians up to what's been described as the most widespread miscarriage of justice in British legal history? More than 700 sub-postmasters were convicted of theft, due to accounting discrepancies caused by the Post Office's faulty computer system. ITV's Mr Bates vs The Post Office caused public outrage and has forced the Government into taking unprecedented action. James Harding, former BBC director of News and Current Affairs, joins Nish and Coco to discuss what lessons journalism can learn from the saga.With the UK, like much of Western Europe, recording historically low birthrates, Nish and Coco wonder why it only seems to be politicians on the right who ever engage with it as an issue. Is it a simple matter of economics, or maybe it's just 14 years of Conservative Government that's killed the mood!Plus Keir Starmer's glitter-bomber makes a surprise appearance, we find out Coco's unusual choice of pool nickname, and why the PM is ‘dancing on the ceiling'.Pod Save the UK is a Reduced Listening production for Crooked Media. Contact us via email: PSUK@reducedlistening.co.ukWhatsApp: 07514 644 572 (UK) or + 44 7514 644 572Insta: https://instagram.com/podsavetheukTwitter: https://twitter.com/podsavetheukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podsavetheukFacebook: https://facebook.com/podsavetheukYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/podsavetheworld Guest:James Harding, co-founder and editor at Tortoise Media Audio credits:parliamentlive.tvITV Studio / Little GemITV/Good Morning BritainSky News

An inquiry into the UK's response to the Covid-19 pandemic is underway and has exposed damning information about the Conservative government's approach. Tuesday's hearing revealed that current Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, said that the government should just "let people die", and former PM Boris Johnson argued that the UK should just "let it all rip". Sir Chris Whitty, the UK's Chief Medical Officer, who praised civil servants for their work in what he described as a "chaotic" situation. However, he also said that other countries were likely experiencing chaos too. Correspondent Stuart Smith spoke to Corin Dann.

The mainstream media seems obsessed with painting Pierre Poilievre with an extreme right wing brush. Has he earned this criticism? On this very channel - Stephen recently noted that a recent Toronto Star article made many claims of his extreme views, but offered nothing to back it up. Ginny Roth is with Crestview Strategies - she joins Stephen LeDrew to talk about why people should ignore the Campaign by the media and send a Conservative Government to Ottawa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Media Storm LIVE at Kings Place, London, Saturday 16th Sep, 7pm: https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/words/media-storm-2/ This is the first in a three-part Media Storm investigation into institutional racism in UK police forces. In it, we provide statistical evidence of institutional racism at a recruitment level and, with the help of lived experience, identify where it is occurring and how to fix it. This investigation follows the conclusion of Police Uplift, a three-year initiative by the Conservative Government to recruit 20,000 new police officers. This was a once-in-a-generation opportunity to ensure police forces represent the communities they serve, an opportunity that the government and National Police Chief's Council promised would be seized. Yet Media Storm's data falsifies a key assumption informing their diversity schemes, one that is also used to excuse slow progress: the idea that People of Colour are less likely to apply to be police officers than people of White British ethnicity. For Police Uplift, Media Storm reveals, Minority Ethnic groups were over-represented among police candidates, but underrepresented among those appointed. This proves that the problem lies not with communities but with the assessment process, during which minorities are eliminated at discriminatory rates. Join Media Storm and guest experts for an in-depth dive into what is going wrong, as we ask the question: What does “institutional racism” actually mean? The episode is created by Mathilda Mallinson (@mathildamall) and Helena Wadia (@helenawadia). The music is by Samfire (@soundofsamfire). Buy the team a coffee on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MediaStormPodcast  GuestsDr Pete Jones @fatwhiteblokeChris Donaldson, co-founding member of National Black Police Association @trojan1963Andy George, President of NBPA @andygeorgeni SourcesSubscribe to Media Storm on Patreon for access to FOI data: https://www.patreon.com/MediaStormPodcast Police Uplift appointment data (can beaccessed quarterly): https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/police-officer-uplift-quarterly-update-to-march-2023Police Uplift announcement: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/national-campaign-to-recruit-20000-police-officers-launches-todayEthnic representation preceding Uplift: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/955182/police-workforce-mar20-hosb2020.pdf Contact usTwitter, Insta, TikTok, Facebook: @mediastormpodEmail mediastormpodcast@gmail.com Media Storm first launched from the house of The Guilty Feminist and is part of the Acast Creator Network. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/media-storm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to David Henig, after the turmoil of Brexit culminating in the short period of Liz Truss as Prime Minister, UK politics appears to have stabilised to a degree under Rishi Sunak, with the Windsor Framework and likely accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) being clear successes. Underlying issues around the Brexit settlement are however far from settled, poor economic performance being the backdrop for continued arguments over EU-UK relations that easily come to the surface, such as recently with Boris Johnson's resignation statement as an MP. Viewing a General Election as being likely during 2024, David Henig assesses what the current Conservative Government is likely to be able to achieve, and the priorities of a potential future Labour Government. About the Speaker: David Henig is Director of the UK Trade Policy Project at the think-tank, European Centre for International Political Economy (ECIPE), writing extensively on the trade implications of Brexit and what comes next for UK trade policy. For ECIPE, he has also written a series of short papers on globalisation and modern trade, and writes about broader trade issues in a weekly column for specialist trade news service Borderlex. David serves as Expert Adviser to the UK Trade and Business Commission and House of Lords International Agreements Committee. Prior to joining ECIPE in March 2018, he worked for the UK Government including on Transatlantic Trade Investment Partnership (TTIP) talks between the US and the EU, in establishing the Department for International Trade after the referendum, and on issues around inward investments from China.

In this episode, Niall delves into the question of whether Ireland would benefit from a conservative government. To explore this topic, he engages in a fascinating conversation with guest Irish Senator Gerard Craughwell and Aontu Rep: Eric Nelligan as well as many concerned listeners who call in to have their say.During this interview, Senator Gerard Craughwell expresses his agreement with the notion of a conservative government in Ireland. Together, they explore a wide range of questions surrounding conservative politics, discussing potential benefits, challenges, and implications for Irish society.The conversation takes an interesting turn as they discuss the recent announcement by Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida, declaring his intention to run for US President. Senator Craughwell shares his support for DeSantis, expressing his preference for the governor over the Green Party.As the discussion unfolds, Niall welcomes another guest, Eric Nelligan, a member of Aontú and representative for Castletroy/Annacotty in Limerick. Aontú, an all-Ireland political party launched in January 2019, operates in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Eric also voices his support for Ron DeSantis over the Green Party.Throughout the podcast, various ideas are explored, comparing left versus right ideologies. However, the overarching theme is the importance of open dialogue, respect, and finding a middle ground that is crucial for society as a whole.Niall actively engages with callers from both sides of the debate, leading to robust discussions that remain respectful overall. The conclusion of the podcast emphasizes the significance of respecting and listening to diverse perspectives, highlighting that regardless of political affiliation, it is crucial to foster an environment of understanding and mutual respect.Join Niall Boylan on "The Niall Boylan Podcast" as he navigates through stimulating conversations, challenging traditional notions, and encouraging a respectful exchange of ideas.

When landlords and tenants can't get along, the Landlord and Tenant Board steps in to provide speedy justice; however, that hasn't been the case since Doug Ford took over as premier. The board is in a state of disarray and the ombudsman of Ontario, Paul Dubé is calling for major changes.The Auditor General of Ontario has lost a court case against Laurentian University after the institution refused to release some documents related to their troubled finances.Hamilton Centre MPP Sarah Jama has found herself in hot water again over her social media usage. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss how the spotlight on her Twitter usage may be taking away from her other priorities. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/what-is-queens-park-doing-with-the-financial-accountability-office John Michael's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/why-is-the-landlord-and-tenant-board-in-chaos-ask-doug-ford Stay connected to #onpoli and the latest politics across Ontario and at Queen's Park: https://www.tvo.org/ For questions or to suggest topics, email us at onpolitics@tvo.org Listen to more TVO Podcasts: https://www.tvo.org/podcasts Subscribe to TVO Media Education Group newsletters: https://www.tvo.org/newsletters Subscribe to The Agenda with Steve Paikin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theagenda Follow Steve Paikin on Twitter - https://twitter.com/spaikin Follow John Michael McGrath on Twitter - https://twitter.com/jm_mcgrath Get the TVO Today app: App Store: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/tvo-today/id1616182112 Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.tvo.tvomediaapp&pli=1 See more ways to access The Agenda with Steve Paikin and TVO Today: https://www.tvo.org/tvo-anytime-anywhere TVO Today is a trusted source of insight and information about life in Ontario and beyond. Our award-winning current affairs journalism, documentaries and podcasts explore relevant issues and inspiring solutions. Visit https://www.tvo.org for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Russia attacks Ukraine with explosive drones, air and sea based missile in the biggest wave of military strikes in weeks. Benjamin Netanyahu returns as Prime Minister for an unprecedented 6th term. He leads the most right wing and religiously conservative government in Israel's history. The first in a series of storms is hitting the San Francisco Bay Area – a flood watch will be in effect from Friday night into Saturday. Southwest Airlines promises to return to normal operations tomorrow following more than a week of travel chaos. President Biden signs the $1.7 trillion dollar spending bill to fund the government through the end of September. And soccer sensation Pele dies of cancer in Brazil at the age of 82. Image: Pele plays in a 1963 match between Brazil and Italy via Wikimedia. The post Russia attacks Ukraine in a wave of missile strikes; Netanyahu returns as prime minister leading most far-right conservative government in Israel's history; Biden signs $1.7tn spending bill appeared first on KPFA.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Russia attacks Ukraine with explosive drones, air and sea based missile in the biggest wave of military strikes in weeks. Benjamin Netanyahu returns as Prime Minister for an unprecedented 6th term. He leads the most right wing and religiously conservative government in Israel's history. The first in a series of storms is hitting the San Francisco Bay Area – a flood watch will be in effect from Friday night into Saturday. Southwest Airlines promises to return to normal operations tomorrow following more than a week of travel chaos. President Biden signs the $1.7 trillion dollar spending bill to fund the government through the end of September. And soccer sensation Pele dies of cancer in Brazil at the age of 82. Image: Pele plays in a 1963 match between Brazil and Italy via Wikimedia. The post Russia attacks Ukraine in a wave of missile strikes; Netanyahu returns as prime minister leading most far-right conservative government in Israel's history; Biden signs $1.7tn spending bill appeared first on KPFA.

Daily Dad Jokes (21 Oct 2022)[Promo] Looking for the perfect gift for your Dad? Check out our official Daily Dad Jokes merch here, including our popular "Dad Joke University" T-shirts Click here to browse[Promo] Daily Shower Thoughts is a new podcast launched by myself and my co-host Lorelai Stewart. Join us for random, amusing and mind bending epiphanies. Pod links here Daily Shower Thoughts website.You can now submit your own dad jokes to my voicemail, with the best ones to be included in upcoming episodes on this podcast. Just leave your name, the city and state you live in, and your best Dad Joke. Call (978) 393-1076. Look forward to hearing from you![Promo] Do you like triva quizzes? Then check out my other podcast, The Daily Quiz Show, where I give you 10 questions to test your mettle. Each day brings a new category - Sports; Science; Art and Literature; Movies, TV and Celebrities; Music; and History.The Daily Quiz Show - SpotifyThe Daily Quiz Show - Apple PodcastsGet Daily Dad Jokes Premium, an ad-free version of this podcast. Breeze into the next level, be cool, and become a big fan of ours for just $5 per month for ad-free listening. Subscribe here on Supercast.Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: professorf, ReasonableNotice99, CharteredWaters, ForGiggles2222, Stay-Thirsty, xIR0NPULSE, FacelessMan80, Masselein, FancyAssociation, PuhLeazeOfficer, iShitSkittles, TongaII, porichoygupto, knowingnut4445, GetAlessonGuy, PatWearsBoots, SadRefrigerator1, PreachetB0, ColderGem560675, GiborDesign, incredibleinkpen, Bubuynu_Patu, PhilipWaterford, jackyboy1219Do you have trouble getting to sleep? If so, try my other podcast, Sleepytime Nonsense Stories. It's a series of stories with no plotline set to calming music, designed to get you slowly drifting off to sleep. Search for Sleepytime Nonsense Stories on Spotify and Apple Podcasts today.Subscribe to this podcast via:SpotifyiTunesGoogle PodcastsYoutube ChannelSocial media:InstagramFacebookTwitterTik TokDiscordInterested in advertising or sponsoring our show with +30k daily streams? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.comProduced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daily Dad Jokes (21 Oct 2022) [Promo] Looking for the perfect gift for your Dad? Check out our official Daily Dad Jokes merch here, including our popular "Dad Joke University" T-shirts Click here to browse [Promo] Daily Shower Thoughts is a new podcast launched by myself and my co-host Lorelai Stewart. Join us for random, amusing and mind bending epiphanies. Pod links here Daily Shower Thoughts website. You can now submit your own dad jokes to my voicemail, with the best ones to be included in upcoming episodes on this podcast. Just leave your name, the city and state you live in, and your best Dad Joke. Call (978) 393-1076. Look forward to hearing from you! [Promo] Do you like triva quizzes? Then check out my other podcast, The Daily Quiz Show, where I give you 10 questions to test your mettle. Each day brings a new category - Sports; Science; Art and Literature; Movies, TV and Celebrities; Music; and History. The Daily Quiz Show - Spotify The Daily Quiz Show - Apple Podcasts Get Daily Dad Jokes Premium, an ad-free version of this podcast. Breeze into the next level, be cool, and become a big fan of ours for just $5 per month for ad-free listening. Subscribe here on Supercast. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: professorf, ReasonableNotice99, CharteredWaters, ForGiggles2222, Stay-Thirsty, xIR0NPULSE, FacelessMan80, Masselein, FancyAssociation, PuhLeazeOfficer, iShitSkittles, TongaII, porichoygupto, knowingnut4445, GetAlessonGuy, PatWearsBoots, SadRefrigerator1, PreachetB0, ColderGem560675, GiborDesign, incredibleinkpen, Bubuynu_Patu, PhilipWaterford, jackyboy1219 Do you have trouble getting to sleep? If so, try my other podcast, Sleepytime Nonsense Stories. It's a series of stories with no plotline set to calming music, designed to get you slowly drifting off to sleep. Search for Sleepytime Nonsense Stories on Spotify and Apple Podcasts today. Subscribe to this podcast via: Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Youtube Channel Social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter Tik Tok Discord Interested in advertising or sponsoring our show with +30k daily streams? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.com Produced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Ratu, Tuesday October the 4th Anei nga kaupapa mo tenei haora.. Top stories this morning... The Shaky Isles just got shakier, GNS has revised its hazards model and is forcastiing shaking in an earthquake is going to be 50 percent greater than previously thought in large parts of the country. Growing numbers of senior students are ditching school, principals say its a worrying trend. Public transport advocates are outraged at Auckland Transport's plan to close down entire train lines next year. In the UK the Conservative Government does a big u-turn on tax rates. And just how is voting going in the local election? we'll check in.

Guests: Anna Wolfe, Chuck Rosenberg, Natalie Allison, Mona CharenDirty water, a hall of fame quarterback, and one badly broken state. Tonight, the unbelievable collapse of conservative government in Mississippi. Then, Chuck Rosenberg on what could be the end of the Mar-A-Lago special master fight. Plus, fanning the flames of extremism at a pro-coup vigil: the genuine danger from the ex-president's attempt to martyr insurrectionists. And what Republicans are losing by nominating even more MAGA candidates in New Hampshire and beyond. 

We're half way through our one year masterclass on moving out of a rut and Jennifer John from The Sacred Space Coaching is here to help us identify ways to empower ourselves so that we can effectively move on for good from self-sabotaging behaviour. Jennifer shares some classic ways we self-sabotage but also how to nix those old habits with a few simple shifts. Who had Monkeypox on their 2022 bingo card? It's another health concern that seems to be growing so I reached out to Dr. Dina Kulik who is always a calm and measured voice. Dr. Dina shares the symptoms we should be on the lookout for, what to do if we suspect Monkeypox, and how to protect ourselves. As always Anne Brodie is here with entertainment and this week we take a look the new Netflix documentary Halftime about Jennifer Lopez, the incredible Martin Freeman in the Responder available on BritBox now, and the emotional thriller Madeline Collins available in select theatres now which takes an eerie look at deception. Kegel or kegel. It's possible I butchered that word in my interview with The Vagina Coach herself, Kim Vopni. No matter how you say it, all women know what it is, but do you know the importance of doing them. As we approach World Continence Week, Kim joins me today to discuss the importance of kegels and of keeping ourselves informed because we do not have to deal with incontinence just because we're getting older. Dr. Prachi Srivastava who has been joining me for the past six months to discuss the state of education in Ontario, joins me to share what we're likely looking at now that Doug Ford's Conservative Government will be leading the way for the next four years. Finally your search for your next great beach read is over. Author Nancy Mauro joins me to discuss her latest book The Sugar Thief, about a secret pastry recipe that turns a family upside down. Social: Jennifer John Website: www.the-sacredspace.com/getunstuck Twitter: https://twitter.com/chand_denise https://twitter.com/JenniferJohn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisechand_clc/ https://www.instagram.com/jenniferjohn_clc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSacredSpaceCoaching Facebook: Single & Hating It Facebook: With D&J Dr. Dina Kulik Website: https://drdina.ca/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrDinaKulik Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdinakulik/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DinaKulikMD Anne Brodie Twitter: https://twitter.com/annebrodie Website: whatshesaidtalk.com Kim Volpi Website: https://www.vaginacoach.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/VaginaCoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoach/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VagCoach YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KimVopniTheVaginaCoach Dr. Prachi Srivastava Website: https://www.edu.uwo.ca/faculty-profiles/prachi-srivastava.html Twitter: https://twitter.com/PrachiSrivas Nancy Mauro Website: www.NancyMauro.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/PenguinRandomCA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/penguinrandomca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PenguinRandomCA/

Prime Minister Boris Johnson will remain in power after winning a no-confidence vote by his own Conservative Party.359 votes were cast. 211 voted in favour, 148 voted against.The Guardian reports "by no stretch can this be described as a good result for Johnson. He has lost the support of a larger proportion of the parliamentary party than Theresa May did when she faced a no confidence vote in 2018. Within eight months of that result, May was out.""It's a democratic party, the prime minister has won," Nadhim Zahawi, the Education Secretary said according to The Telegraph."We draw a line and we focus on delivery."It is a worse margin than Theresa May in 2018 (133 votes), or Margaret Thatcher vs Michael Heseltine in 1990 (147 votes).Ultimately, both of those confidence votes proved to be the beginning of the end for both Thatcher and May's premierships. This is the dream result for Labour and the Lib Dems. A PM has seen over 40% of his MPs express no confidence in him. The public condemnations of the PM we have heard will fill hundreds of election leaflets. Yet Johnson clings on, damaged and having learned nothing— James Chapman (@jameschappers) June 6, 2022 One Tory MP rebel told The Telegraph: "Off the record, he is f***ed. That is pathetic."Labour Party leader Keir Starmer has said the public are "fed up with a Prime Minister who promises big but never delivers".He accused Johnson of presiding over "a culture of law-breaking at the heart of Government.""Conservative MPs made their choice tonight. They have ignored the British public and hitched themselves and their party firmly to Boris Johnson and everything that he represents."The Conservative Party now believes that good government focused on improving lives is too much to ask. The Conservative Government now believes that breaking the law is no impediment to breaking the law. The Conservative Party now believes that the British public have no right to expect honest politicians."Starmer tweeted to say the choice between the parties is "clearer than ever before". The choice is clearer than ever before:Divided Tories propping up Boris Johnson with no plan to tackle the issues you are facing.Or a united Labour Party with a plan to fix the cost of living crisis and restore trust in politics.Labour will get Britain back on track.— Keir Starmer (@Keir_Starmer) June 6, 2022 "Clear win for Boris Johnson in the confidence vote," writes James Cleverly, the Foreign Office minister and former Conservative chairman."[A] greater percentage than in his initial leadership competition, greater percentage that Starmer got in his leadership competition. Now we must all get back to work on behalf of the people of the UK."Nadine Dorries, the Culture Secretary, says Johnson is "the person Starmer doesn't want to face at an election. Time to get back to the job of governing."Sir Roger Gale, one of the leading critics of Johnson, has told Sky News that he will continue to oppose Johnson being party leader.Earlier reportJohnson, a charismatic leader renowned for his ability to connect with voters, has recently struggled to turn the page on revelations that he and his staff repeatedly held boozy parties that flouted the Covid-19 restrictions they imposed on others.Minister of State for Brexit Opportunities and Government Efficiency Jacob Rees-Mogg speaks to the media in Westminster. Photo / Alberto Pezzali, APVoting started at 5am (NZ time) and the ballot reportedly closed at 7am.Still, with no clear front-runner to succeed Johnson, most political observers thought he would defeat the challenge and remain prime minister. But the fact that enough lawmakers are demanding a vote represents a watershed moment for him - and a narrow victory would leave him a hobbled leader whose days are likely...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Support The Maple by subscribing to our daily newsletter for as little as $7 per month.This week, The Maple's managing editor Alex Cosh spoke to Passage staff writer V.S. Wells about the "partygate" scandal currently unfolding inside the U.K.'s Conservative government, whether this might be the end of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's career, and what the debacle tells us about so-called "populist" right-wing politics. V. S. Wells is a writer and journalist originally from the U.K. They currently live on unceded Squamish, Musqueam and Tsleil-Waututh territory in Vancouver, B.C. Find them on Twitter at @vsmwells.Sign up for Passage's newsletter.Sound design by Sophia Sanford www.sanfordsanford.com; @_sanfordsanford.Music credit: "Fluidity," by tobylane.

In this week's episode, we are joined by George Peretz QC to talk all about judicial review; What is it? Why does it matter? And why should we be concerned about the Conservative Government's attempt to reform it?Read George's piece from the Fabian Review hereSpeakers:Thomas Fawns - https://twitter.com/thomasfawns George Peretz QC - https://twitter.com/GeorgePeretzQCTo all our listeners: we want you in our podcast, so if you're passionate about a topic just get in touch with us at podcast@youngfabians.org.ukFollow us on social media:https://www.facebook.com/PodcastYFhttps://twitter.com/PodcastYfDonate to the Young Fabians https://bit.ly/326RrJYThe intro music is by ‘One in a Googolplex' and used under Creative Commons. Find out more about them here:https://oneinagoogolplex.bandcamp.com/

What a week it's been for Matt Hancock (Ex Secretary of State for Health) the Conservative Government and the country. Intrigue abound! This week we explore Matt's indescretions, FUEU, NHS bed allowances, Covid spending, Bourbon creams, Stop Funding Hate, UK staff shortages and MUCH MORE! Also welcome a new guest, Laurie (Or Eddie Stobbart/Trucker...it's up to you!)Send us an email: therealnormalpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/realnormalpodFollow us on our SubReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/RealNormalPodcast/

What role do ENGOs, or Environmental Non-Governmental Organizations, play in the Canadian ecopolitical sphere? In this episode, we ask this question of Catherine Abreu, Executive Director of Climate Action Network Canada, and Colleen Thorpe, Executive Director of Équiterre. Together they walk us through the roles that their respective organizations play in fighting for climate policy and shifting the cultural norms of Canadian citizens toward a greener and more just society.

Today's highlights:  Controversial Yaletown site is approved What are the next steps now, and what can residents of Yaletown expect to see? A federal election too?! We are near the finish line of a provincial election, about to embark on a major election south of the border, and now a possibility of a Canadian federal election!? Say it ain't so. Indigenous people, and Canadian monuments Many monuments have become the subjects of major scrutiny in recent years. Why is this the case?  NAVIGATE THE PODCAST: Chapter 1 Are we heading to a federal election?!  Tense drama in parliament today suggests just this. We listen to some audio from the day, and put the call out to you about how you'd feel about a snap election on the federal level.  Chapter 2 Overdose deaths decline by 15 percent While still not a great number by any stretch of the imagination, overdose deaths were down 15 percent in September compared to August. We get a debrief from BC's Chief Coroner, Lisa Lapointe.  Chapter 3 The realistic possibility we have an early federal election Say it ain't so. The Trudeau Government seems to be suggesting a motion put forward by the Conservative Government, speaks to a lack of confidence in the current government, which could spur a snap election. We chat with Global National's Chief Political Correspondent, David Akin.  Chapter 4 Council voting on Yaletown OD site, likely to be approved today First we touch base with the VPD Deputy Chief Howard Chow, in regards to concerns over rising crime rates as a result of this site.  We chat with Sarah Kirby-Yung, Vancouver city councillor, about the latest. Chapter 5 The impact of Canadian monuments on Indigenous people and history A lot of the discourse started when Victoria took down the statue of John A. MacDonald. Many Canadians without connections to Indigenous culture, family, or history, thought the move was crazy. We talk to Breen Oullette, who is a Metis lawyer, who explains why this isn't crazy at all. Chapter 6 Kevin Desmond announces departure from TransLink And he tells us why!   Chapter 7 Owning pigeons now legal..?  ___________   Remember to wash your hands, practice physical distancing, and stay home at all costs if you are sick. We're not out of the woods yet!    The Lynda Steele Full Show podcast includes all the individual segments that can be found on the Lynda Steele Show page, digitally stitched together for your convenience.    Listen live online at globalnews.ca/radio/cknw/ 3-6 PM!

Say it ain't so. The Trudeau Government seems to be suggesting a motion put forward by the Conservative Government, speaks to a lack of confidence in the current government, which could spur a snap election. We chat with Global National's Chief Political Correspondent, David Akin.