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We sit down with Melissa Lantsman, Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada to talk about her life, her mission and where the party is at right now.Guest: Melissa Lantsman, MP & Dept. Leader of CPCThank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash! We

Deputy Leader of the Tasmanian Greens and Greens Member for Clark, Vica Bayley, joins Kaz and Tubes to share his take on the political uncertainty in our State Parliament.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a bonus on the feed, here is Jono aka Jonathan Sriranganathan, former member for Gabba Ward in Brisbane and Greens Lord Mayor candidate, with - "A discussion I facilitated with Remah Naji (2025 federal Greens candidate for Moreton, on Brisbane's south side), Huong Truong (Greens candidate for Fraser in Melbourne's western burbs) and Mehreen Faruqi, Deputy Leader of the Australian Greens and Greens Senator for NSW, reflecting on the strong swings towards the Greens in outer-suburban communities." Video version -https://youtu.be/TEHC1T6aWV0 For more reading on the election results, check out the following opinion pieces: https://www.jonathansri.com/establishmentvibes/ https://greenagenda.org.au/2025/05/movement-of-relationships/ https://greenagenda.org.au/2025/05/in-moreton-movements-electoral-politics-palestine/ ---------- Just released on Patreon - “Kevin Bonham on polling denialism & electoral reform” The show can only exist because of our wonderful Patreon subscriber’s support. Subscribe for $3/month to get access to our fortnightly subscriber-only full episode, and unlock our complete library of over SEVENTY past bonus episodes. https://www.patreon.com/SeriousDangerAU ---------- Follow us on https://twitter.com/SeriousDangerAU https://www.instagram.com/seriousdangerau https://www.tiktok.com/@seriousdangerauSupport the show: http://patreon.com/seriousdangerauSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nationals deputy leader reveals the party was willing to compromise on nuclear policy with the Liberal Party to avoid the messy split between parties.

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, where we explore strategies and insights that empower individuals and communities to thrive. Hosted by Maheen, today's episode dives into the critical topic of financial literacy in Canada.Join us as Krupal Vaghela, Sr. Deputy Leader at Vosyn and a passionate advocate for financial empowerment, shares expert perspectives on the current state of financial literacy, practical strategies to bridge knowledge gaps, and how digital tools combined with mindset shifts can promote financial well-being for all Canadians.Key Highlights from the Episode:Financial literacy in Canada shows significant gaps across age groups, impacting Canadians' ability to make informed decisions.Inclusive strategies—from early education to adult empowerment programs—are essential to improve financial knowledge nationwide.Technology and community learning can democratize financial education without pushing specific products.Common financial misconceptions limit many Canadians' ability to build strong financial futures.Financial literacy extends beyond budgeting and saving, encompassing mindset, planning, and long-term well-being.Small daily steps can boost individual financial confidence, while collaboration among educators, policymakers, and communities is key to widespread improvement.Special Thanks to Our Partners:RBC: https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/dms/business/accounts/beyond-banking/index.htmlUPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWAGoogle: https://www.google.ca/For more expert insights, visit www.canadiansme.ca and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age!Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

May 13, 2025 - Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris, a Queens Democrat, discusses what his conference got into the state budget, weighs in on the possibility of reforming the budget process, and talks about the governor's authority to make mid-year spending changes.

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David Littleproud has held onto the Nationals leadership after Matt Canavan challenged him for the top job. The new look team includes the Member for Page Kevin Hogan taking over as Deputy Leader while Bridget McKenzie returns as the party's leader in the Senate. Nationals Leader David Littleproud told Peter Fegan on 4BC Breakfast, "We've got a culture in our party room that after every election, whether you win, lose or draw, we spill all the leadership positions and we have no issues about people putting their hands up and putting their name forward."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The votes were counted, and then re-counted in last week's by-election, netting Reform their fifth MP. Similar shockwaves were felt through the local elections and your co-pilots are here to dissect the results with Deputy Leader of Reform, Richard Tice.Allison's recent prediction of a Reform win in Runcorn & Helsby was fulfilled - and next she turns her crystal ball towards next year's May Senedd elections in Wales… Meanwhile Liam is looking forward to Reform being able to put more meat on their policy bones and tell voters where they stand economically. Plus how will the turquoise tide fare against the civil servants?Read Liam: ‘Low oil prices could keep a lid on Britain's inflation' https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/05/04/opec-oil-cartel-could-give-uk-rate-setters-a-helping-hand/ |Read more from Liam: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/liam-halligan/ |Read Allison: ‘A new dawn has broken – and Nigel Farage might just be our next prime minister' https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/05/02/nigel-farage-next-prime-minister/ | Read Allison: ‘Britain is not worthy of the sacrifice our soldiers made 80 years ago' https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/05/06/sacrifice-soldiers-ve-day-allison-pearson/ |Read more from Allison: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/a/ak-ao/allison-pearson/ |Need help subscribing or reviewing? Learn more about podcasts here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/radio/podcasts/podcast-can-find-best-ones-listen/ |Email: planetnormal@telegraph.co.uk |For 30 days' free access to The Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/normal | Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Parliament's select committees are well known. But the public never gets to watch the Cabinet committees, which all policies go through before reaching Parliament. Louis Collins chats with the Deputy Leader of the House, National Party MP Louise Upston, to understand what happens in the sub-committees which are Cabinet's workhorses. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The Deputy Leader of New Zealand First says his party will step in to stop management of the Waitakere Ranges morphing into co-governance. Auckland Council's proposing a board made up of Iwi, the Department of Conservation, and the council. Act Leader David Seymour has also criticised the plan as moving towards co-governance. Shane Jones told Mike Hosking they're not going to stand for it. He says they won't tolerate any slither of the West Auckland heritage land being under that type of arrangement. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Nick Ferrari at Breakfast, The government use emergency powers to stop Scunthorpe's blast furnaces shutting down. Nick talks to Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury James Murray. MPs find no evidence of 'two-tier policing' in summer riots response. Nick talks to Deputy Leader of Reform UK Richard Tice.A mother is banned from her daughter's primary school for complaining about lessons on gender identity. All of this and more on Nick Ferrari - The Whole Show podcast.

Do you take your dog to the dog park? Maybe you are concerned about dog attacks, had a bad experience or concerned about how safe they are and how they are maintained. Well this is the episode to listen to as I chat to Councillor Lucy Collier about safety in dog parks.Link to local dog park finder tool: https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/things-to-see-and-do/council-venues-and-precincts/parks/park-facilities/dog-off-leash-areas-dog-parksAnimal registration and permits https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/community-and-safety/pets-and-livestock/animal-registration-and-permitsMore about Lucy hereLucy is a 4171 local who grew up in Hawthorne and now lives in Morningside with her husband Matt and daughter Maisy.  She is passionate about the local community, having been the past President of the Bulimba Community Centre, helped run the I Love Bulimba and 4171 community Facebook group, Secretary of the Morningside 1 Camp Seven Neighbourhood Watch and been the volunteer co-ordinator for local ANZAC Day services for many years. Lucy will always work hard to ensure that the local community gets the possible outcomes. She is someone who understands what it means to be local and will fight to protect the beautiful Morningside Ward community.Lucy's top priorities as the Councillor for Morningside Ward include addressing local traffic congestion issues, ensuring local voices are heard when it comes to managing traffic and fighting for improved community facilities to cater for increasing demand. Lucy is the Deputy Leader of the Opposition in Council and Opposition Spokesperson on the Transport Committee and the Finance and City Governance Committee.Cr Lucy Collier on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/crlucycollier/Cr Lucy Collier on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crlucycollierAnd check out 3 Spoilt Dogs products & services here: https://3spoiltdogs.com.au/

Today the Dáil resumes and the speaking row is set reignite once again. Opposition leaders are seeking "an urgent meeting" with the Taoiseach. Joining Anton to discuss this on going row was Sean Defoe, Newstalk Political Correspondent and also Cian O'Callaghan, Deputy Leader, Social Democrats.

David Southwick is the Member for Caulfield in Victoria. David has held several Parliamentary Positions.In April 2013, David was appointed as the Parliamentary Secretary for Police and Emergency Services. In December 2014, David was appointed into the Shadow Ministry as the Shadow Minister for Innovation, Shadow Minister for Energy and Resources and Shadow Minister for Renewables.In November 2018, David was appointed as Shadow Minister for Police, Shadow Minister forCommunity Safety and Shadow Minister for Corrections. In September 2021, David was elected as the Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party in Victoria and wasappointed as the Shadow Minister for Jobs and Employment, Shadow Minister for the Events Industry, Shadow Minister for Business Recovery, Shadow Minister for CBD Recovery, Shadow Minister for Small Business, and Shadow Minister for Business Precincts.In the State election held in November 2022, David was re-elected for another 4-year term as the Member for Caulfield. His Party's colleagues also re-elected him as Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party.David is currently Shadow Minister for Police and Corrections, Shadow Minister for Youth and Future Leaders and Shadow Minister for Youth Justice.David has an extensive background in innovation, entrepreneurship, and small business. He also spent several years in academia, including serving as RMIT's first Entrepreneur in Residence and as Head of the Executive Education Unit at Victoria University.David continues in his commitment to young people and various local charities. As the Member for Caulfield, David has supported local initiatives including a charity fundraising run at Caulfield Racecourse. As the inaugural Chair of the Social Inclusion Leadership Committee (SILC) he seeks to promote the inclusion of people with disability in employment and community life in Victoria. In recognition of his work assisting local youth, David was awarded the City of Stonnington's Citizen of the Year in 2009. David holds a Bachelor of Business from Victoria University. In 1991 he was awarded an Honorary Fellowship in recognition of his service on the Victoria University Council.In his spare time David enjoys keeping fit, following the St Kilda Saints and spending time with family.Deborah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/what.ive.learnt/Mind, Film and Publishing: https://www.mindfilmandpublishing.com/Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/what-ive-learnt/id153556330Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3TQjCspxcrSi4yw2YugxBkBuzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1365850

Ireland is not prepared to deal with severe weather events. The Climate Council is warning the State isn't ready to deal with storms like Darragh and Eowyn - or others in the future. It says there needs to be serious planning and investment into infrastructure like water and electricity. Chair of the body's Adaptation Committee Peter Thorne, says the Government isn't ready for severe weather. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Deputy Leader of the Green Party, Inagh-based former Senator, Roisín Garvey. Photo(C): maq123 from Getty Images via canva

Labour has announced a caucus reshuffle, giving the Auckland portfolio to Deputy Leader Carmel Sepuloni. The party has outlined its intention to focus on winning Auckland back in 2026 after a blue wave swept the city in the 2023 election, unseating several Labour MPs in what were thought to be safe seats. A recent Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll has put Labour up 2.8 points and would mean the centre-right bloc would not be able to form government. For our weekly catch-up with the Labour Party, Wire Host Caeden spoke to Deputy Leader and new Auckland spokesperson Carmel Sepuloni about these topics.

Ukraine has agreed to a 30-day ceasefire proposal, while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said the “ball is now in Russia's court” to also accept the deal. We discuss all with Inna Sovsun, Ukrainian MP and Deputy Leader of the Holos party.

While Irish Leaders go back to their childhood and play expensive war games, EU Leaders pretend their man in Syria, former Deputy Leader of ISIS Jolani, is not slaughtering innocent civilians there. Meanwhile the EU that's obsessed with Georgia is not remotely obsessed about Workers Rights in Georgia... Paypal David Chinchaladze - davitchinchaladze165@gmail.com

Greg Brady spoke to Melissa Lantsman, Deputy Leader of the Official Opposition about the nomination of Mark Carney as Liberal leader and soon to be the next Prime Minister of Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's claimed Clare's not getting bang for its buck on active travel projects due to a "frustrating" overspend on consultants. New figures obtained by Clare FM show the council has spent €2.4M on outside expertise to help design for greenways, pedestrian crossings and cycle lanes in the past five years, with over €1m alone going to the West Clare Greenway. This is despite €550,000 been allocated in government grants to Clare County Council's internal active travel office in the last two years. Inagh-based Deputy Leader of the Green Party Roisín Garvey has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan she believes the process could be much more efficient.

This week we talk to the Member for Farrer Sussan Ley. A seasoned political operator and deputy leader of the Liberal Party. Born in Nigeria, raised in the Emirates and the British boarding school system before settling in Canberra, Sussan’s path to politics has been anything but conventional. From her time as a commercial pilot to raising cattle to holding multiple ministerial portfolios, she’s seen firsthand how Australian politics has evolved since she was first elected in 2001. Now, as a key figure in the Opposition, she shares her thoughts on the challenges facing the Coalition, the road to the next election, and why political battles aren’t just fought in Parliament but in the hearts and minds of voters. Tune in for a rather candid conversation about the state of politics today, where we cover a range of topics, including her boss' penchant for extreme specific share trading.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MEHREEN FARUQI IS GOING TO DIEDr Mehreen Faruqi is the Deputy Leader of the Australian Greens and Senator for NSW. She is also a civil/environmental engineer with 20 years experience in sustainability and environmental management, and before her time in Parliament worked in local government, consulting and higher educations institutions. As the first Muslim woman in any Australian parliament, Mehreen has been a political outsider fighting for her right and the rights of others like her to be let inside on their terms whilst surviving racial discrimination, violence, and death threats. So how does this formidable woman feel about being a public face for activism and grief? And how does she self-care amidst the turbulence of the political system?PLEASE NOTE: This was recorded in February - and global politics moves fast.Instagram (IG @MehreenFaruqi)Marieke Hardy Is Going To Die is a podcast made by Marieke Hardy (IG @marieke_hardy).You can follow at IG @GoingToDiePodMusic by Lord Fascinator (IG @lordfascinator)Produced by Darren Scarce (IG @Dazz26)Video edits by Andy Nedelkovski (IG @AndyNeds)Artwork by Lauren Egan (IG @heylaurenegan)Photography by Eamon Leggett (IG @anxietyoptions)With thanks to Amelia Chappelow (IG @ameliachappelow)Camilla McKewen (IG @CamillaLucyLucy)and Rhys Graham (IG @RhysJGraham)Drop an email to mariekehardyisgoingtodie@gmail.comWhilst acknowledging the privilege that comes with having the space to discuss death and mortality, we want to also recognise that discussing these topics can raise some wounds. Should you wish to seek extra support, please consider the following resources:https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/online-grief-support-groupshttps://www.grief.org.au/ga/ga/Support/Support_Groups.aspxhttps://www.headspace.com/meditation/griefhttps://www.mindful.org/a-10-minute-guided-meditation-for-working-with-grief/https://griefline.org.au/get-help/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Greg Brady spoke to Melissa Lantsman,  Member of Parliament for Thornhill & Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada about the Liberal leadership debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calls increase for Zelensky to return to the negotiating table after his refusal to sign a deal on US access to Ukraine's critical minerals. We get the latest on this with Inna Sovsun, Ukrainian MP and Deputy Leader of the Golos party.

Today we were delighted to welcome the Honorable Lisa Raitt, Vice-Chair of Global Investment Banking at CIBC, for an insightful discussion focused on the implications of recent U.S.-Canada trade developments. Lisa joined CIBC Capital Markets in 2020 following an eleven-year tenure in the Government of Canada. Her distinguished career includes serving as Deputy Leader of the Official Opposition and the Conservative Party of Canada, as well as serving as Minister of Natural Resources, Minister of Labor, and Minister of Transport. We were thrilled to host Lisa and hear her valuable perspective on the evolving trade dynamics between the U.S. and Canada. In our conversation, we explore the Canadian view on President Trump's recent comments regarding tariffs and Canada's auto manufacturing industry, along with the broader implications for U.S.-Canada trade relations. We discuss Canada's political landscape, including Prime Minister Trudeau's decision to step down after losing party support, the Conservative Party's growing momentum under Pierre Poilievre, and Canada's economic challenges and growth concerns. We touch on the unifying effect trade tensions have had on Canadian political and business communities, the potential for retaliatory measures, the need for more power generation, transmission, and distribution to support Canada's economic growth, and intra-Canada trade complications that impact Canada's competitiveness. Lisa provides insight into the impact of the Canadian dollar and interest rates, how currency fluctuations affect key sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, tourism, and sports, the deep economic and familial ties between the U.S. and Canada, whether ongoing trade disputes could fundamentally alter the relationship between the two countries, and more. We are very thankful to Lisa for sharing her time and perspective. Mike Bradley started off the show by highlighting that President Trump's new tariffs and tariff threats are increasing volatility, but that for the most part, bond and equity markets have been moving sideways. He noted January CPI & PPI will be reported over the next two days which could create added market volatility for bonds and equities. If both inflation reports print cooler-than expected, it will likely lead to intensifying pressure from Trump for the FED to cut interest rates at the March FOMC Meeting. On the crude oil market front, WTI price has rallied this week to ~$73/bbl and crude oil time spreads are pointing to a physically tight oil market. Oil price continues to be impacted by on/off tariff threats and continued OPEC production curtailments but was aided this week on news that Russian oil exports are being impacted by tighter Russian oil sanctions. On the natural gas front, U.S. natural gas prompt price has rebounded to ~$3.50/MMBtu on colder weather and the 12-month natural gas strip is now trading above $4.00/MMBtu. BP indicated on their Q4 call that at current U.S natural gas prices, they were contemplating picking up gas rigs “now” which is a new development. He also noted that European natural gas price was trading at ~$17/MMBtu (~$100/bbl oil equivalent) because European gas storage is draining faster than expected due to colder winter weather and poor renewable performance/utilization. He ended by flagging Equinor's recent strategy shift (significant reduction in renewables capex thru 2030) and also noted that BP is calling for a “fundamental reset” of their strategy at their Capital Markets Day (Feb 26th). Robert Kester added his thoughts on AI's dominance in global discourse, highlighting this week's high-profile AI Summit in Paris and different global approaches to AI, including the U.S.'s free-market stance, Europe's push for regulation, and China's state-backed AI expansion. We hope you all enjoy the discussion with Lisa as much as we did. Our best to you all – and to our friends up north, let's work this out, eh!

It's no secret that New Zealand is confronted with numerous and problematic issues. There is a common belief that leadership is a major cause of those problems. And not just political leadership; it is widespread. There is a weakness that can only be confronted by strength of character and a determination that is in short supply. Deputy Leader of NZ First, Shane Jones provides “character” that may not please some, but is worthy of consideration by those who come up short of requirements. And, after the Mailroom with Mrs Producer, we consider a couple of those matters. File your comments and complaints at Leighton@newstalkzb.co.nz Haven't listened to a podcast before? Check out our simple how-to guide. Listen here on iHeartRadio Leighton Smith's podcast also available on iTunes:To subscribe via iTunes click here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Brady spoke with Melissa Lantsman, Member of Parliament for Thornhill and Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada. She's here to tell us how Pierre Poilievre plans to crack down on cross-border crime and what he would do to fentanyl producers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady, host of Toronto Today focused in on there's nothing the press loves more than a hot mic moment. But this is one time I think it's a non-story. And for those who claim I'm too critical of Ontario Premier Doug Ford, take note, because I'll be defending him. Next, Melissa Lantsman, Member of Parliament for Thornhill and Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada. She's here to tell us how Pierre Poilievre plans to crack down on cross-border crime and what he would do to fentanyl producers. Also, the latest on RFK Jr and what we might expect when it comes to American health care going forward. Taurean Small, Capitol Hill reporter, joins us to unpack this story that impacts Americans who might become ill one day....and also the many Canadians who seek health care options across the border. Lastly, the ever-increasing concern regarding coyotes, especially in the Liberty Village area. April Engelberg, Toronto lawyer and Liberal candidate in the upcoming provincial election for the riding of Spadina-Fort York. She joins us now to react to the assertion by at least one expert insisting that the only solution is to humanely cull the animals before someone gets hurt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No other party leader enjoyed themselves as much as Ed Davey did during the 2024 general election campaign. Rollercoasters, paddleboards, slides – the list goes on.  And then general election night was full of cheer for the Lib Dems too – with the party winning a record number of seats and reclaiming its status as Westminster's third biggest party.  But how can those 72 MPs actually have an impact on a government with a huge majority? And how can the Lib Dems use parliament to scrutinise legislation and shape policy?   Deputy Lib Dem leader Daisy Cooper's speech was followed by a Q&A with IfG deputy director Emma Norris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cian O'Callaghan, Deputy Leader of the Social Democrats and TD for Dublin Bay North, reacts to a chaotic day on the opposition benches in the 34th Dáil.

Following her speech, Daisy Cooper MP was in conversation with Emma Norris, Deputy Director of the Institute for Government

The Clare-based Deputy Leader of the Greens is confident the party will rebuild stronger than ever, despite a fading influence in the Oireachtas. Party Leader Roderic O'Gorman was the only member to retain his Dáil seat following the General Election in November, while only four candidates are contesting the Seanad election at the end of the month. Deputy Leader Roisín Garvey has decided not to contest the upcoming Seanad election and will effectively forfeit her seat. The outgoing Inagh Senator believes she can have more influence on policy from outside Leinster House, than on the opposition benches in the Seanad.

Former British Ambassador to Bahrain and Syria Peter Ford discusses how Syria fell. It was the last man standing, the U.S. Empire cannot tolerate an independent Arab state. He comments on the future of the region, Israeli expansion into Gaza and West Bank, the new regime in Damascus, the fate of the Axis of Resistance and multipolar world, the future of NATO, U.S. foreign policy under Trump, and more! Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rokfin / Rumble / Substack Geopolitics & Empire · Peter Ford: Collapse of Syria, Empire Can't Tolerate an Independent Arab State #504 *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Donate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donations Consult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.com Become a Sponsor https://geopoliticsandempire.com/sponsors **Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopolitics easyDNS (use code GEOPOLITICS for 15% off!) https://easydns.com Escape The Technocracy course (15% discount using link) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopolitics LegalShield https://hhrvojemoric.wearelegalshield.com Sociatates Civis (CitizenHR, CitizenIT, CitizenPL) https://societates-civis.com Wise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites Workers Party of Britain https://workerspartybritain.org About Peter Ford Peter Ford is a former British diplomat who was Ambassador to Syria and Bahrain. He is a Deputy Leader of the Workers Party of Britain. *Podcast intro music is from the song "The Queens Jig" by "Musicke & Mirth" from their album "Music for Two Lyra Viols": http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)

Former British Ambassador to Bahrain and Syria Peter Ford discusses how Syria fell. It was the last man standing, the U.S. Empire cannot tolerate an independent Arab state. He comments on the future of the region, Israeli expansion into Gaza and West Bank, the new regime in Damascus, the fate of the Axis of Resistance and multipolar world, the future of NATO, U.S. foreign policy under Trump, and more! Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rokfin / Rumble / Substack Geopolitics & Empire · Peter Ford: Collapse of Syria, Empire Can't Tolerate an Independent Arab State #504 *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Donate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donations Consult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.com Become a Sponsor https://geopoliticsandempire.com/sponsors **Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopolitics easyDNS (use code GEOPOLITICS for 15% off!) https://easydns.com Escape The Technocracy course (15% discount using link) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopolitics LegalShield https://hhrvojemoric.wearelegalshield.com Sociatates Civis (CitizenHR, CitizenIT, CitizenPL) https://societates-civis.com Wise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites Workers Party of Britain https://workerspartybritain.org About Peter Ford Peter Ford is a former British diplomat who was Ambassador to Syria and Bahrain. He is a Deputy Leader of the Workers Party of Britain. *Podcast intro music is from the song "The Queens Jig" by "Musicke & Mirth" from their album "Music for Two Lyra Viols": http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)

Host Alex Pierson speaks with political experts from all walks of life to better understand what it means when we hear that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is not only proroguing parliament but also announcing his plans to resign. So Alex speaks with: GUEST: Melissa Lantsman, The Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party & MP of Thornhill GUEST: Peter MacKay, Canada's former Minister of Justice and Attorney General, and also Minister of National Defence and Minister of Foreign Affairs GUEST: Steve Paikin, Author, Broadcaster, & host of TVO's ‘The Agenda' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady focused in on Ottawa is still reeling from the departure of Canada's Finance Minister. And the question that is top of mind has to do with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau....will he or won't he bid us adieu?   Next, Some are saying that only two people want Prime Minister Trudeau to stay put.....our Prime Minister, and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh. Melissa Lantsman, Deputy Leader of the Official Opposition, joins us to pour water on this grease fire. Also, Hank Idsinga, 640 Toronto's Crime Specialist and former police inspector. He's here to discuss the lack of information released to the public after someone in the GTA was charged with War Crimes.  Lastly, a security guard of 12 years and trains others to be security guards sheds some light on unrealistic expectations we put on security and how the laws need to be reformed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady spoke to Melissa Lantsman, Deputy Leader of the Official Opposition about how does the country move forward with all the instability in the federal government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank starts the third hour with commendations for the week. He moves on to discuss the Syrian rebels making gains with Ambassador Peter Ford, former British Ambassador to Bahrain and Syria and the Deputy Leader of the Workers Party of Britain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank starts the show joined by WABC host Dominic Carter to talk about President Biden pardoning his son Hunter Biden. He then talks with Gloria Romero, an education advocate and the former Majority Leader of the California State Senate. They discuss education in America and what could change in President-elect Trump's next term. Frank talks about his Thanksgiving and Christmas movies. He then moves on to talk with John Boyd, Principal of The Boyd Company as they discuss Elon Musk heading DOGE. He also gives the UFO Report on a thermal video taken of a UFO in Northern California. Frank starts the third hour with commendations for the week. He moves on to discuss the Syrian rebels making gains with Ambassador Peter Ford, former British Ambassador to Bahrain and Syria and the Deputy Leader of the Workers Party of Britain. Frank wraps up the show talking about growing a beard. He is also joined by Noam Laden for News You Can Use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ambassador Peter Ford, former British Ambassador to Bahrain and Syria and the Deputy Leader of the Workers Party of Britain Topic: rebels make gains in Syria Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Ford_(diplomat)      Website: https://www.britishsyriansociety.org/ Social Media: https://twitter.com/britishsyrian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jack Chambers, Deputy Leader of Fianna Fáil and Ivana Bacik, Leader of The Labour Party.

State Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, a Queens Democrat who also chairs the Democratic Senate Campaign Committee, joined the show to discuss the 2024 election results in New York and what's next for New York Democrats, the party's strengths and weaknesses, and more. (Ep 474)

Rep. Drew Stokesbary re-elected as Leader of Washington State House Republicans, with Rep. Chris Corry named Deputy Leader. Learn about their priorities for the upcoming legislative session. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/rep-drew-stokesbary-re-elected-as-leader-of-the-washington-state-house-republicans on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #HouseRepublicans #WashingtonPolitics #LocalNews

The Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats reflects on her journey from campaigning as a child against nuclear weapons and scratchy jumpers, to being at the heart of the third-largest party in parliament.Producer: Daniel Kraemer

The debate and vote over the Treaty Principles Bill in Parliament was so loud and contentious that the House was cleared for a short time. New Zealand First's deputy leader Shane Jones spoke to Corin Dann.

What if leaders from opposite sides of the political aisle could come together to chart a path for a better economic future? In this illuminating episode, we sit down with the Honorable Anne McClellan and the Honorable Lisa Raitt, co-chairs of the Coalition for a Better Future, to explore their inspiring bipartisan efforts aimed at rejuvenating Canada's economy. You'll hear about the coalition's origins, its mission rooted in the global call to "build back better," and how these two formidable leaders use their diverse backgrounds to push for sustainable and inclusive economic growth. We then pivot to discuss the vital role of evidence-based decision-making and the power of cross-partisan collaboration. Anne and Lisa open up about their journey from political adversaries to partners in progress, offering insights into the benefits of starting from a common factual base to reduce polarization. They share candid personal anecdotes and practical advice on lowering emotional temperatures during contentious conversations, making this a must-listen for anyone interested in effective, empathetic leadership focused on making real progress rather than focusing on refusing to compromise. Finally, the conversation turns to the voices that often go unheard in discussions about economic growth: those from rural and small-town Canada. Anne and Lisa share heartfelt stories that highlight the need for inclusive leadership and the importance of listening to diverse perspectives. From dairy farmers to oil and gas executives, the coalition aims to ensure that economic growth is a shared benefit for everyone. This episode is a compelling reminder that economic progress isn't just about numbers; it's about people, unity, and a collective vision for a better future. Tune in to be inspired by their vision and learn how you can contribute to a more prosperous Canada. What You'll Learn: • The formation and mission of the Coalition for a Better Future. • The importance of evidence-based decision-making and cross-partisan collaboration. • The critical role of empathy in today's hyper-polarized environment. • Practical advice on lowering emotional temperatures in discussions and promoting constructive dialogue. • The critical need to include voices from all walks of life, especially those from rural and small-town communities, in the conversation about economic growth. Podcast Timestamps: (00:00) - The Origin Story of the Coalition for a Better Future (14:31) - Working Together for Constructive Dialogue (31:38) – What Does Economic Growth Mean to You? Creating A Conversation for All Canadians (37:07) – The Role of Empathy and Authentic Leadership (43:47) - Navigating Disagreements With Humility (52:38) - Uniting Canada for Economic Growth More of Anne and Lisa: The Honourable Lisa Raitt is vice-chair of global investment banking at CIBC and formerly the Deputy Leader of the Official Opposition. Having served in the House of Commons for eleven years, she held three portfolios as a Conservative cabinet minister: Natural Resources, Labour and Transport. The Honourable Anne McLellan is a former senior advisor at Bennett Jones in Edmonton and former Deputy Prime Minister. Having served as a Liberal MP from 1993 -2006, she held multiple ministerial portfolios, including Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Justice, and Natural Resources.   Coalition for a Better Future: https://www.canadacoalition.ca/ Key Topics Discussed: Positive Leadership, Coalition for a Better Future, Economic Growth for All, Canada, Sustainable Economic Growth, Inclusive Conversations, Evidence-based, Cross-partisan, Collaboration, Empathy, Bridging Divides, Authentic Leadership, Overcoming Polarization, Deliberative Democracy, Community Engagement, Authenticity, Transparency, Promoting Unity, Community Involvement, Influencing Policy More of Do Good to Lead Well: Website: https://craigdowden.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdowden/

Scottish Conservatives' leadership candidate Meghan Gallacher sits down with Podlitical. The MSP for Central Scotland sets out her vision for the Scottish Conservatives if she wins the leadership contest, including why she's calling for repair and unity after the contest because "broken parties don't win elections", the infighting reported on during the contest, her resignation as Deputy Leader of the Scottish Conservatives and how she felt she wasn't in the room when decisions were being taken by Douglas Ross. Gallacher also sets out her thoughts on a broader UK Conservative movement, which she hopes can come together "as a team" across devolved nations.For a full range of political interviews, subscribe to Podlitical on BBC Sounds.

James is back with another incredible guest from the Full Disclosure vault. Angela Rayner is a politician you simply can't ignore, Her story is as inspiring as it is unlikely. She grew up in poverty in Stockport, left school at 16, pregnant and without a single qualification to her name. And yet through sheer grit, she's fought her way up to become Deputy Leader of the Labour Party.Angela joined James on Full Disclosure back in 2021. She talks about everything from her chaotic childhood to how she raised her own children out of poverty and her remarkable rise in politics. If you haven't heard it yet, it's a brilliant conversation with one of the most vibrant voices in British politics and if you have, it's well worth another listen…

The Honourable Milton Dick MP, who is currently the Federal Member for Oxley, had the honouring in being elected as the 32nd Speaker of the Australian House of Representatives in July, 2022. With a strong focus on serving the community and helping whenever and wherever he can, Milton has had an association with the political landscape since he joined the ALP at the age of 18 as a university student and served as National President of Young Labor.  He's worked in a number of other roles, from Electorate Officer for David Beddall and a position working for Senator John Hogg, the President of the Senate at the time. In 2004, he was appointed as the ALP's State Secretary and Campaign Director, having served as a delegate to the national conference since 2001. He led the party's successful campaign in Queensland at the 2007 Federal Election and announced his resignation in December 2007 to stand for political office, which he was successful in being elected as the Brisbane City Councillor for the Richlands Ward. During his time as a Councillor, he held the Deputy Leader of the Opposition and then Leader of the Opposition from 2012 to the time of his resignation in 2016, where he he was pre-selected and elected as the Federal Member for Oxley, following the Hon Bernie Ripoll's retirement. During this episode, Milton's passion for people, for community and for increasing the level of what he calls Democratic Literacy is very evident. As the 32nd Speaker of the Australian House of Representatives, he takes huge pride in his position and the responsibility of the role is certainly not taken for granted.  It's a great conversation where he shares plenty of his thoughts, reflections and information on life, people and politics.