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Mark Carney is being hailed as the new leader of the free world. While he's facing down Trump abroad, his real headache is at home, Alberta, Canada's Texas, is gearing up for a referendum that could split the country in two. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Rebel News podcasts features free audio-only versions of select RebelNews+ content and other Rebel News long-form videos, livestreams, and interviews. Monday to Friday enjoy the audio version of Ezra Levant's daily TV-style show, The Ezra Levant Show, where Ezra gives you his contrarian and conservative take on free speech, politics, and foreign policy through in-depth commentary and interviews. Wednesday evenings you can listen to the audio version of The Gunn Show with Sheila Gunn Reid the Chief Reporter of Rebel News. Sheila brings a western sensibility to Canadian news. With one foot in the oil patch and one foot in agriculture, Sheila challenges mainstream media narratives and stands up for Albertans. If you want to watch the video versions of these podcasts, make sure to begin your free RebelNewsPlus trial by subscribing at http://www.RebelNewsPlus.com
Mark Carney's Liberals are trying to push a whole stack of bills across the finish line–and it's no small stack. Bail reform, hate crimes, gender-based violence, housing, election financing, digital safety, lawful access, and privacy.Is this what an efficient Parliament looks like? Or is this what it looks like when a very determined Carney turns urgency into pressure, and pressure starts to feel a lot like being yelled at?Host Noor Azrieh asks POLITICO's Nick Taylor-Vaisey and Mickey Djuric.Host: Noor AzriehCredits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Host/Producer), Annie Tuba (Producer) Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), imogen sayers (Mixing and Mastering), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork)Guests: Nick Taylor-Vaisey, Mickey DjuricBackground reading:'He yells': Mark Carney's focus has Liberal MPs bristling – Toronto StarWith just over a week left on the legislative clock, here's the current state of play in the House of Commons – iPoliticsOttawa moves to ban kids under 16 from social media – CTV News‘We know how to work together': U.S. Ambassador Hoekstra on partnership with Canada amid CUSMA talks – CTV NewsSponsors: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at douglas.ca/canadalandVisit fizz.ca to learn more about Fizz mobile and its long list of added-value features, and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN40 to get 40$ off and 10GB of free data.Get ahead of your to-do list with fifteen dollars off your first task at Taskrabbit.ca or on the Taskrabbit app using promo code: canadaland. Did you know we have a monthly supporter exclusive show? Next month on Off The Record, something different: Sam Konnert interviews Jesse Brown following up on what he told us 6 months ago. Did he keep his promises? Also, the deep dive on what the Theresa Kielburger lawsuit means for Canadaland and the story that was lost in the shuffle. Episode out Thursday, July 2.If you want to hear that (or if you want to catch up on all the great episodes of Off The Record you've missed!), become a supporter at canadaland.com/join.If you value this podcast, support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Make sure you're up to date on our upcoming events by going to canadaland.com/live!Can't get enough Canadaland? Follow us @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram and @Canadaland_Media on TikTok! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On Saturday night, singer/songwriter Tolü Makay serenaded Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, with her rendition of the song N17, at the official state dinner in Dublin Castle. But on Sunday, Tolü was forced to address nasty abuse on her official Facebook page. Tolü joined Sean to talk about her experience.
In this episode of the Derek Hunter Podcast, Dean Karayanis — New York Sun columnist and former Rush Limbaugh staffer — delivers hard-hitting, unfiltered breakdown of media double standards, establishment narratives, and foreign policy failures. Dean confronts retired General Mark Hertling over his appearance on Morning Joe, contrasting how the media coddles establishment military figures while demonizing anyone aligned with the right. He tears into Hertling's lectures on Middle Eastern culture and the flawed strategy regarding Iran's Karg Island, drawing sharp historical parallels to World War II, the Iraq War, and the Art of the Deal. Later in the show, the focus shifts across the Atlantic to Canada and Europe. Dean dissects a troubling clip from Canadian politician Mark Carney regarding a "New World Order" built out of Europe, exposing the left's sudden pivot from “diversity to an all-white, all European heritage focus on heritage. Plus, Senator John Fetterman (Democrat-Pennsylvania) challenges the media to confront the Democratic Senate candidate, Graham Platner (Nazi-Maine), over trolling on the child-rape app Kik. The media is trying to run interference for Platner, as illustrated in the Meet the Press conversation Senator Raphael Warnock. Asked if Platner has the character to serve in the Senate, the so-called reverend engages in a textbook filibuster and shills his new book. Free speech crackdowns in Ireland following civil unrest, where the beheading is fine but the people who shared the video are the problem. Plus, a quick-fire review of Steven Spielberg's latest sci-fi letdown, Disclosure Day and World Cup fever. Get yourself a cold beer, put on your sunscreen, and buckle up for a Monday reality check.
Plus: this year's G7 summit gets underway in France, Mark Carney meets with French and Irish leaders, Parliament is set to introduce two major bills, a slain Ontario police officer's funeral will be held this week, Canada takes a step toward advancing from its group with a draw at the World Cup, and why do many Canadians seem to care so little about their local government? 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 @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky
【欢迎订阅】 每天早上5:30,准时更新。 【阅读原文】 标题:The world comes to ChinaForeign officials have flocked to China's leader this year, boosting Beijing's efforts to portray itself as a pillar of stability正文:World leaders have been beating a steady path this year to see China.Through the first five months of 2026, 21 heads of state or government visited the country,according to Financial Times calculations based on foreign ministry data and state media. They included the leaders of Turkmenistan,Uruguay and Mozambique, as well as Germany's Friedrich Merz, Spain's Pedro Sánchez, Canada's Mark Carney and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin also held back-to-back summits with China this month,underscoring the diplomatic weight now concentrated in Beijing.知识点:beat a path v. phr. /biːt ə pæθ/to rush to get somewhere or see someone, often in large numbers 争相前往;络绎不绝地赶去• Fans beat a path to the stadium to watch the championship final. 球迷们争先恐后涌向体育场观看冠军决赛。• If you build a better mousetrap, the world will beat a path to your door. 你若造出更好的捕鼠器,世人自会踏破门槛来找你。获取外刊的完整原文以及精讲笔记,请关注微信公众号「早安英文」,回复“外刊”即可。更多有意思的英语干货等着你! 【节目介绍】 《早安英文-每日外刊精读》,带你精读最新外刊,了解国际最热事件:分析语法结构,拆解长难句,最接地气的翻译,还有重点词汇讲解。 所有选题均来自于《经济学人》《纽约时报》《华尔街日报》《华盛顿邮报》《大西洋月刊》《科学杂志》《国家地理》等国际一线外刊。 【适合谁听】 1、关注时事热点新闻,想要学习最新最潮流英文表达的英文学习者 2、任何想通过地道英文提高听、说、读、写能力的英文学习者 3、想快速掌握表达,有出国学习和旅游计划的英语爱好者 4、参加各类英语考试的应试者(如大学英语四六级、托福雅思、考研等) 【你将获得】 1、超过1000篇外刊精读课程,拓展丰富语言表达和文化背景 2、逐词、逐句精确讲解,系统掌握英语词汇、听力、阅读和语法 3、每期内附学习笔记,包含全文注释、长难句解析、疑难语法点等,帮助扫除阅读障碍。
A breakthrough has been reached in ending the war between the United States and Iran. According to the U.S., Iran and Pakistan, there is a ceasefire agreement. Donald Trump says the U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is ending, while Pakistan's Prime Minister says fighting will end on all fronts. Crucially, nothing has been signed yet. We have the latest details.Also: The streets of Aughagower, Ireland were decked out in maple leafs and Canadian flags today. Prime Minister Mark Carney made a personal pitstop during his official tour of the country - returning to the town his ancestors once called home. And: The Ontario government says demand for electricity will increase by as much as 75 per cent over the next 25 years. To meet that demand, there's a plan to build the world's largest nuclear power plant in Port Hope. But that plan is angering some in the town, which has a troubled history with nuclear energy. Plus: UFC matches on the White House Lawn, CUSMA negotiations, and more.
Mark Carney continues his Irish tour in earnest today with the residents of Mayo eagerly anticipating his arrival. Newstalk reporter Maggie Chambers was no hand to capture a bit of the excitement
Conrad Black emphasizes the vital economic ties between the U.S. and Canada, noting Canada provides 25% of U.S.aluminum and 20% of its uranium. He expresses confidence that Prime Minister Mark Carney will build necessary oil pipelines to both coasts to benefit the Canadian economy, despite opposition from environmental groups and Carney's own "green instincts." (15)1521
Vancouver hosts its first-ever World Cup match tonight as Australia faces Turkey at BC Place.Ghana lodges a formal diplomatic protest after Canada denies a visa to soccer star Thomas Partey ahead of the World Cup.Montreal mayor calls for calm and promises answers over horrific police racism allegations.Mark Carney is in Dublin meeting the Irish leader to strengthen trade ties and ink a new tech pact.Prime Minister Mark Carney visits Dublin to sign a new trade and artificial intelligence pact.Switzerland votes this weekend on a controversial proposal to legally cap its population at 10 million.A woman is critically injured after a shark attack at a popular Sydney beach.Ottawa proposes a total social media ban for children under sixteen.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Ireland this weekend as a major Canadian tech firm announces a €105 million investment and 400 new jobs here - so what does it all mean for Ireland's relationship with Canada and the US?Chief Reporter with Bauer Media Audio Ireland, Barry Whyte, joins Ciara, filling in for Pat, to discuss.
Preview for Later Today: Conrad Black discusses Mark Carney's plan to build two pipelines across Canada to reach international markets. He emphasizes Quebec's support as a decisive factor, given the province's historical influence over national political decisions.1900 ST. LAWRENCE
Lots of good talk on Good Talk this week, starting with Chantal and Bruce on Mark Carney's trip to Paris today and his talks with Emmanuel Macron. France is hosting the G7 next week, but for many, it's really a G6 with Donald Trump's America, no friend of the group. That and CUSMA and social media bans top the discussion agenda today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
So it looks like technically Canada is in the midst of a “technical” recession, but, technicalities aside, is a 0.2% drop in growth really that big a deal?Carney hasn't said much on the subject, just that this is just a “settling-in period” while his policies take effect. On the other hand, Poilievre seems almost gleeful, saying that it's a result of a “banker who can't budget”. Oh, and he's made a whole attack ad dunking on the technicalities of a technical recession with a little help from generative AI. Is this what politics has come to?Host: James NicholsonCredits: Andrea Varsany (Producer), Kallan Lyons (Associate Producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Douglas SoltysAdditional music by Audio NetworkApply to CANADALAND's Audio Journalism Fellowship at labs.canadaland.comGo to canadaland.com/live to find out more about our live show, June 18th at the Halifax Convention Centre!Further reading: Sharan Kaur: Why top economists are rejecting the ‘recession' narrative - CTV News‘Technical Recession', the Backstory: Why has the Canadian Economy Flatlined? - Policy MagazineCarney addresses technical recession, says economy going through 'settling-in' period - CBC News51st state 'a great discussion' for Trump and Carney, says Hoekstra as president trolls ahead of trade talks - CBC NewsCanada Dips Into Technical Recession for First Time Since 2020 - BloombergCanada enters surprise technical recession amid tariff uncertainty - ReutersCanada is in a ‘technical' recession. Here's why economists are pushing back on that label - The Toronto StarIs a technical recession technically a problem for Mark Carney? - CBC NewsFIRST READING: Is the technical recession recession just a technicality, technically? - Yahoo News Canada Sponsors: Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN40 to get 40$ off and 10GB of free data.Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer.Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at Shopify.caIf you value this podcast, Support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mike on Mark Carney's changing trade narrative. The Independent Speculator's Lobo Tiggre sold before the drop—but what now? Interest on the federal debt keeps rising in this week's Shocking Stat, and Victor Adair on the heavily oversubscribed SpaceX IPO. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's the most exciting time for soccer fans and sports lovers alike, as World Cup 2026 kicks off across North America. But in the shadows of fan fests and buzzing bars remains the very stark reality of strict US immigration policy that threatens the very nature of the tournament. Somali referee Omar Artan was sent back to Turkey upon his arrival in Miami earlier this month after White House officials claimed he'd been in contact with terrorists. Meanwhile, the Iranian team has been advised they can't stay in the US before or after a match, forcing their accommodations onto Mexican soil instead. Guest Host Devang Desai speaks to Founder and Host of Soccerwise, David Gass, to discuss the immigration fallout from the World Cup thus far and how geopolitical tensions may overshadow the game. You can find more of David's work, here: https://linktr.ee/firsttouchksm 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 @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky
Stephen LeDrew sits down with Michelle Ferreri, former MP, for a blunt conversation about why so many Canadians feel disconnected, frustrated, and increasingly hopeless about the direction of the country.Ferreri argues that after years of rising costs, growing bureaucracy, weak leadership, and economic decline, many Canadians have simply “checked out” of politics altogether. Instead of engagement, people are exhausted — struggling with housing costs, healthcare problems, taxes, and affordability while feeling powerless to change anything.LeDrew presses Ferreri on a central question facing Canada's Conservatives: if conditions are so bad, why didn't voters reject the Liberals outright?The discussion explores Mark Carney's popularity, media influence, government dependency, declining trust in institutions, and whether Canadians have become too accepting of political dysfunction and lack of accountability.Ferreri also warns that Canada is developing a culture where leaders avoid responsibility, difficult problems go unresolved, and citizens increasingly disengage from the democratic process altogether.Three Minutes. Direct. Unfiltered.Contribute To Information and Debate that is NOT Paid For, and Influenced,ByThe Carney Government:https://paypal.me/3minuteinterviewCheques accepted at:Stephen LeDrew303 Bay StreetToronto, OntarioM5H 2R1Follow Stephen on other social media platforms.https://www.stephenledrew.ca / stephen.ledrew / stephenledrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome back to another episode of the Couple Casuals Podcast!In this episode, Stefano sits down with Canadian immigration lawyer Peter Ivanyi, a political moderate and cultural liberal with more than 30 years of experience working within Canada's immigration system.Peter shares his personal story of arriving in Canada as a refugee from Hungary, building a successful legal career, and representing thousands of clients through refugee claims, immigration appeals, detention hearings, and deportation cases.The conversation explores immigration, politics, media, free speech, government, and the growing political divide in Canada. While Stefano and Peter disagree on many issues, they engage in a respectful and thought-provoking discussion that highlights the importance of open dialogue and challenging ideas.Throughout the episode, Stefano and Peter discuss:• Peter's journey from refugee to immigration lawyer• what immigration lawyers actually do and common misconceptions about the profession• deportations, refugee claims, and Canada's immigration system• whether immigration levels have become too high and their impact on housing and infrastructure• the rise of political polarization in Canada and the United States• social media, outrage culture, and the decline of nuance in public discourse• freedom of speech, censorship, and government regulation online• Bill C-11, Bill C-18, and concerns surrounding government intervention• COVID-19, public trust, and the relationship between citizens and government• government spending, bureaucracy, and the size of the public sector• mainstream media, independent media, and political influence• the 2025 federal election and the Liberal Party's comeback• Pierre Poilievre, Mark Carney, and the future of Canadian politics• why Canadians have become increasingly divided politically• the importance of respectful conversations between people with opposing viewpointsPeter also explains why he believes credibility, honesty, and nuance are often missing from modern political discussions, while Stefano shares concerns about government overreach, free speech, immigration policy, and the direction of the country.This is an honest conversation about immigration, politics, media, freedom, government, and the future of Canada.Grab a casual, lock in, and let's get into it.Host: Stefano (stefo)Instagram: @drstefohttps://www.instagram.com/drstefo?igs...Guest: Peter IvanyiInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrpeter905?igsh=c20zNjN2eTd5Z2k5This episode is brought to you by Canada First — secure your home with Canada's best home fortification. Visit https://canadafirst.com/ to learn more.Follow Canada First on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/canadafirst.inc?igsh=OGd4YjZ5enV0M2t5CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction00:01:10 Why Peter Agreed To Come On00:03:00 Social Media & The Death Of Nuance00:05:20 Peter's Story: Refugee To Immigration Lawyer00:08:00 Conservative Parents & Political Evolution00:11:30 Cultural Liberal, Political Moderate00:13:00 Trudeau, Carney & The 2025 Election00:15:40 Why Pierre Poilievre Lost00:17:50 Is Canadian Media Biased?00:21:00 When The Political Left Goes Too Far00:25:00 Hot Takes, Outrage & Online Credibility00:27:15 Carney, Floor Crossing & Political Strategy00:33:00 Free Speech & Censorship00:36:00 COVID, Government Trust & Overreach00:41:00 Is Government Getting Too Big?00:46:00 Political Polarization & Rising Anger00:51:45 Canada's Immigration Debate Begins00:57:00 Mass Immigration, Housing & Infrastructure01:03:30 Temporary Foreign Workers Explained01:08:30 Refugees vs Economic Immigration01:14:00 Border Security & Deportations01:19:00 Immigration Myths & Media Narratives01:23:30 What Makes Someone Canadian?01:27:00 Multiculturalism & Canadian Identity01:31:30 Pulling Up The Ladder Behind You01:35:30 Does Canada Need Immigration?01:37:00 Final Thoughts & Salute
Erstmals richten drei Länder eine Fußball-Weltmeisterschaft gemeinsam aus. Die Vision: Kanada, Mexiko und die USA präsentieren sich als vereintes Nordamerika. In dieser 11KM-Folge blicken wir darauf, wie viel von dieser Ursprungsidee der WM 2026 übrig ist. Torben Börgers aus dem ARD-Studio Washington erzählt bei 11KM von den Spannungen zwischen den Gastgebern und von politischen Entscheidungen, die die USA während des Turniers heimsuchen könnten. Wird Donald Trump die Fußball-WM der Männer für sich nutzen können? Alle News aus Nordamerika und zur WM findet ihr hier auf tagesschau.de: https://www.tagesschau.de/ausland/amerika Der Krieg zwischen den USA und den Iran überschattet die Fußball-WM. Doch wie wurden die beiden Länder zu erbitterten Feinden? In dieser 11KM-Folge „Iran und USA: Von Partnern zu Feinden“ blicken wir zurück auf den Anfang des Konflikts: https://1.ard.de/11KM_Iran_USA_Feinde Hier geht's zu “Straße von Hormus – Ein Wirtschaftsupdate” unserem Podcast-Tipp: https://1.ard.de/hormus-update An dieser Folge waren beteiligt: Folgenautor: Max Stockinger Mitarbeit: Niklas Münch Host: Nadja Mitzkat Produktion: Christiane Gerheuser-Kamp, Lorenz Kersten, Christine Frey, Viktor Fölsner-Veress, Ruth-Maria Ostermann, Hanna Brünjes Planung: Laura Stuhlmacher, Nicole Dienemann und Hardy Funk Distribution: Kerstin Ammermann Redaktionsleitung: Yasemin Yüksel und Fumiko Lipp 11KM: der tagesschau-Podcast wird produziert von BR24 und NDR Info. Die redaktionelle Verantwortung für diese Episode liegt beim BR.
Coup d'envoi ce jeudi de la Coupe du monde organisée conjointement par les États-Unis, le Mexique et le Canada. L'événement sportif le plus suivi de la planète s'ouvre dans un contexte géopolitique tendu. Avant même le premier coup de sifflet, Donald Trump est pointé du doigt pour sa politique autoritaire et les difficultés d'accès au territoire américain, où se déroulera la majorité des matchs.
More polls are showing some softening support for Mark Carney and the Liberals, while the NDP moves into double-digits. But the trend line isn't conclusive — except when it comes to the Conservatives, who have shown little life in the polls with one new survey putting the party at a level not seen since before Pierre Poilievre became party leader.This week on The Numbers, we take a look at the national polling landscape, which seems to be in a moment of some flux. Then, we take a look at the approval ratings of provincial premiers, including Doug Ford's dropping support. We also dissect new provincial polls out of Alberta, where Danielle Smith's referendum drive might be hurting the UCP, British Columbia, where the B.C. Conservatives are up following Kerry-Lynne Findlay's leadership victory, and Quebec, where the PQ has opened up a wider lead over the slumping Liberals. Then, Philippe closes with a 1957-themed Quiz.Looking for even more of The Numbers? If you join our Patreon and support this joint project of ours, you'll get ad-free episodes every week, bonus episodes several times per month and access to our lively Discord. Join here! https://thenumberspod.ca/The bonus episodes are also available via an Apple Podcasts subscription.You can watch this episode on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apparently, some in Mark Carney's caucus don't like the way their leader treats them. He "yells at us" claims one. If these stories are true, does this warrant concern? That's one of the topics for James Moore and Gerald Butts today in their latest conversation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Karla Joy Treadway is an entrepreneur, political commentator and host of the Sovereign CEO podcast. We discuss the Native American Chiefs who stepped in on behalf of Mark Carney to stop Alberta independence, Danielle Smith's political long game, and Canada's crumbling cultural environment.Follow Karla on Substack:https://karlatreadway.substack.com/podcastFollow Karla on X:https://x.com/thesovereignceoFollow Brave New Normal on X, Substack and YouTube:https://linktr.ee/bnnpod This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bravenewnormal.substack.com/subscribe
In this episode of On The Line, host Matt Gurney is joined by two guests for conversations about politics, technology, and trust.This episode of On The Line is brought to you by BioCanRX, a federally funded, not-for-profit Canadian research network that specializes in bringing Canadian cancer immunotherapy research from the lab all the way to patients in clinical trials in Canada. Can science help your immune system detect and destroy cancer? Immunotherapy is about assisting your immune system in identifying unhealthy cells –– especially cancer –– that have found a way to evade detection. One way researchers are doing this is through something called CAR T. They draw your blood, isolate one type of your immune cells –– T-Cells –– and use a virus to inject genetic instructions that cause them to grow new receptors designed specifically to bind with your particular cancer. When those cells are re-infused into your body, they hopefully will be able to find and destroy your cancer. The results are promising. In one of the 16 trials BioCanRx funds based on Canadian technology, CLIC-01, the median number of months remaining for patients with late-stage leukemia and lymphoma tripled. For some, the response was even bigger: they went from being out of options to cancer free, and have stayed that way for several years.Many questions remain — and we're working on answering them. You'll hear more over the summer. For now, go to BioCanRX.com to learn more.First up is PJ Fournier of 338Canada for a look at the latest political numbers. They discuss the good news for Mark Carney, the bad news for Pierre Poilievre, and why the Liberal numbers may not be quite as strong as they first appear. The conversation then turns to Quebec, where the next provincial election is shaping up to be one of the strangest contests either man can remember. Fournier struggles to find a historical comparison. They also discuss softening support for separation in Quebec, how that compares with developments in Alberta, and a point Matt makes that PJ suspects may not be especially popular with Quebec nationalists — even if he doesn't disagree with it.Then Matt is joined by David Shipley of Beauceron Security for a discussion about artificial intelligence, social media, and the growing gap between technological change and political institutions. How much of the current AI boom is real, and how much is hype fuelled by companies racing toward public offerings? Shipley argues that Canadians deserve greater transparency around the Tumbler Ridge case, while Matt notes that he can't even get straightforward answers about transit delays, leaving him less than optimistic about the prospects for accountability.This episode is also brought to you by the Forest Products Association of Canada. A stronger forest industry starts with predictability. Mill modernization, bioenergy, mass timber, and advanced biomaterials all depend on reliable access to usable Canadian wood fibre, workable timelines, and clear rules. Provinces lead forest management, and the federal role should be coordinated, complementary, and focused on results. Every unnecessary delay makes it harder to keep jobs and attract investment. For a sector rooted in communities, regulatory efficiency is economic policy. Learn more at FPAC.ca.The conversation also examines how major social media platforms are being exploited for fraud and manipulation, an issue Shipley has been testifying about. The core problem, he argues, is that the internet moves at the speed of light while politicians move at the speed of Parliament. That mismatch is creating vulnerabilities that are only getting worse. The episode closes with a warning to Albertans heading into a possible referendum campaign: Shipley isn't telling anyone how to vote, but he is urging people to be extremely careful about what they believe online. Foreign interference efforts are already arriving, and they're unlikely to get less sophisticated from here.This episode is also brought to you by Cameco. In nuclear energy, timelines and costs matter. Incomplete designs carry real risk of delays and cost overruns. That's why the AP1000 reactor is the right choice for Canada: it is already operating today and ready now to deliver the power we need, with 100 percent Canadian ownership and strong participation from Canadian suppliers. If we are serious about building Canada and powering it on time and on budget, the choice is clear. The AP1000 reactor is the only option that delivers.To learn more, visit ap1000.cameco.com.Check out our main page at ReadTheLine.ca and be sure to like and subscribe. We'll be back on Friday with another episode of The Line Podcast.#OnTheLine #CanadaPolitics #338Canada #PJFournier #MarkCarney #PierrePoilievre #QuebecPolitics #AlbertaPolitics #ArtificialIntelligence #CyberSecurity #DavidShipley #ForeignInterference #MattGurney
Last week, Mark Carney announced his big A.I. strategy. Two billion dollars to support creating jobs, providing free A.I. literacy training, and protection against some of the potential harms and risks around A.I., especially with kids. Oh, and he wants to build a world-leading supercomputer. Canada's leading A.I. company is Cohere. Cohere isn't like OpenAI or xAI or Anthropic or any of those other well-known large language model companies. They're not public facing. They don't do image generation or music generation, or tell you what recipe you can make with the leftovers in your fridge. They develop private models for specific companies trained in part on that company's private data. RBC, Bell, Salesforce, just to name a few. Their current valuation sits at $7 billion. Cohere's co-founder is a 33 year-old indie rockstar named Nick Frosst. He joins host Stephen Marche to discuss Canada's A.I. sector, his band, Star Trek, and those students booing A.I. at convocations.Host: Stephen MarcheCredits: Tristan Capacchione (Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher)Fact checking by Julian AbrahamPhoto: Gabriel HutchinsonAdditional music by: Audio NetworkSponsors: Fizz: Visit https://fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 40$ off and 10GB of free data.Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit https://douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer.Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://shopify.caArticle: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://article.com/canadaland and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.Can't get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more.If you value this podcast, support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit Ireland this week. Our reporter Sally-Ann Barrett spoke to James Kelly, Chairperson of Westport Historical Society about the Prime Minister's strong connections to the area. Justin is joined by Dr Deirdre Giblin , Chairperson of the Ireland Canada Business Association.
Le Canada veut passer de la recherche IA à l'industrie • L'Europe tente de réduire sa dépendance numérique • Qwant devient un symbole de souveraineté • Mistral se heurte au droit d'auteur • Microsoft pousse l'IA agentique partout • Alexa+ trop lent • Mon Carnet explore les batteries lourdes • Monde Numérique reçoit Qwant et enquête sur la cybersécurité et l'hôpitalAvec Bruno Guglielminetti (Mon Carnet)Le Canada veut industrialiser son IAAu Canada, le gouvernement de Mark Carney présente sa stratégie « AI for All », avec l'objectif de faire passer l'adoption de l'IA par les entreprises d'un peu plus de 12 % à 60 % d'ici 2034 et de créer 250 000 emplois liés à l'IA sur cinq ans. On retient surtout le changement de cap : le pays veut rester fort en recherche, mais pousser davantage la commercialisation, les infrastructures souveraines, la littératie numérique et la cybersécurité.Souveraineté numérique : même combat des deux côtés de l'AtlantiqueEn Europe, la Commission européenne lance un paquet de mesures pour renforcer la souveraineté technologique dans les semi-conducteurs, l'IA, le cloud et les infrastructures numériques. On souligne que l'objectif n'est pas l'autarcie totale, mais une réduction des dépendances critiques vis-à-vis des fournisseurs américains et asiatiques, avec une préférence européenne qui pourrait bouleverser les habitudes d'achat public.Qwant, symbole européen au ParlementLe Parlement européen remplace Google par Qwant comme moteur de recherche par défaut sur Edge et Firefox à partir du 4 juin 2026, tout en laissant les utilisateurs choisir une alternative. On y voit un geste fort, peut-être symbolique, mais révélateur d'un mouvement plus large : faire exister des outils européens face aux géants américains. Dans Monde Numérique, Jérôme annonce une interview du directeur général de Synfonium, la société qui possède Qwant.Mistral face au casse-tête du droit d'auteurMistral AI se retrouve au cœur d'un dilemme européen : protéger les ayants droit ou ne pas fragiliser l'une des rares pépites européennes de l'IA. Nous revenons sur cette tension entre innovation, souveraineté et rémunération des contenus, avec un risque clair : imposer aux acteurs européens des contraintes que les géants américains ont déjà largement contournées.Microsoft veut rendre l'IA incontournableÀ l'occasion de Microsoft Build 2026, Microsoft pousse une vision très agentique de l'informatique, où l'IA devient l'interface principale entre l'utilisateur, ses données et ses appareils. On évoque notamment les nouvelles briques autour de Copilot, les agents, les modèles embarqués et les machines capables de faire tourner localement des modèles puissants, dont une dev box fondée sur la technologie NVIDIA RTX Spark.L'ordinateur sans applications se rapprocheBruno relève une idée forte : demain, l'appareil pourrait ne plus être organisé autour d'applications, mais autour d'un assistant capable de tout orchestrer à la demande. On met cette évolution en perspective avec les annonces de Microsoft, les travaux d'OpenAI sur de nouveaux appareils, et les ambitions de Qualcomm, Intel ou MediaTek dans l'IA locale.Alexa+ : plus intelligent, mais trop lentJérôme partage son retour d'expérience avec Alexa+, désormais testé à la maison en France. L'assistant paraît plus courtois, plus conversationnel et compatible avec de nombreux appareils existants, mais la latence devient gênante, surtout pour les gestes simples de domotique comme allumer les lumières ou baisser les volets. Il note aussi la disparition de plusieurs « skills », toujours visibles dans l'application mobile mais inutilisables sur certains appareils Echo récents.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
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With Tyler taking the day off, Dave Wheeler flies solo for this jam-packed episode, opening up the archives vault to bring you a treasure trove of classic content. Titled "Hi/Pride Extension," the show celebrates a massive weekend in Winnipeg that kicked off both Pride Month and the Transcona Hi Neighbour Festival. In the news, Dave covers a beautiful weekend of community celebrations, including the flag-raising ceremony that launched Filipino Heritage Month in Winnipeg—a city that proudly holds the highest concentration of Filipino residents in Canada. Plus, a look at Mark Carney and the Canadian government's $2 billion AI investment, and a heads-up for Winnipeg residents as caterpillar spraying season officially gets underway.
Email us at cdncomsense@gmail.com Dominic LeBlanc has gone to Washington to talk about CUSMA; better late than never? While he does have a big task on his hands, it's not as dire as some would have us believe. Danielle Smith has met with Premier Frechette in Quebec to talk trade and autonomy, is Mark Carney really a big meanie to his caucus? And more!
L'Europe relance la bataille pour sa souveraineté numérique face aux GAFAM • Le Parlement européen adopte Qwant comme moteur par défaut • L'IA affronte le droit d'auteur et Mistral monte au créneau • Anthropic relance le débat sur une pause mondiale de l'IA • SoftBank investit 75 milliards d'euros dans des data centers en France • Microsoft dévoile ses nouveaux modèles et ses agents autonomes ⭐️ Découvrez Frogans à Vivatech 2026
Real Talkers are fired up over separatist talking points and Mark Carney's position on Donald Trump. Tyler W., Michael in Calgary, Geoff in Toronto, and Garth sound off in The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park. FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com WHEN YOU VISIT THE DQs IN PALISADES, NAMAO, NEWCASTLE, WESTMOUNT, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU! REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.
First up this week, Prime Minister Carney summed up a critical week in the Canada-US trade discussions with the phrase, "some progress." So what does that mean? Plus the AI strategy. Then both Bruce Anderson and Chantal Hebert discuss the fall of an iconic broadcast network - CBS, and the "60 Minutes" debacle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mark Carney fends off accusations of driving Canada into a recession. What ordering the CRTC to back down over its 'Netflix tax' means for U.S. trade negotiations. And are some Liberal MPs chafing under Mark Carney's leadership style.Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.
Did you know a third of Calgary residents were born outside North America? Mayor Jeromy Farkas joins Jespo in our historic Mercer Warehouse studio (3:45) to discuss the separation distraction, immigration realities in Alberta, downtown crime, and the future of rail across the province. Feature interviews on Real Talk are presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West. THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, BUT YOUR TRUST IN AN EXCHANGE SHOULDN'T BE A GAMBLE. RapidEX IS SECURE, FINTRAC-REGISTERED, AND NON-CUSTODIAL. SAVE 50% ON FEES ON ONLINE INTERAC E-TRANSFER TRADES WITH PROMO CODE RYAN50 AT https://rapidexfinancial.com/. MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen or leave a comment below. 47:45 | HOPE Mission has been serving Edmontonians in need for nearly 100 years. But the need has never been greater than today. The iconic organization has evolved and broadened its offerings over the years, including their HOPE HEALTH program. Team members Tim Pasma, Beth Klingenberg, and Ade Adeoye join our Real Talk Round Table. SUPPORT HOPE MISSION: https://hopemission.com/ 1:38:45 | Have you heard the "No Means No" chats aimed at Vegas goalie Carter Hart during the first two games of the Golden Knights-Hurricanes Stanley Cup Final? Jespo and Johnny discuss, and Real Talkers have their say in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk 1:51:00 | Real Talkers are fired up over separatist talking points and Mark Carney's position on Donald Trump. Tyler W., Michael in Calgary, Geoff in Toronto, and Garth sound off in The Flamethrower presented by the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park. FIRE UP YOUR FLAMETHROWER: talk@ryanjespersen.com WHEN YOU VISIT THE DQs IN PALISADES, NAMAO, NEWCASTLE, WESTMOUNT, or BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO TELL 'EM REAL TALK SENT YOU! REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC on JUNE 18 at THE RANCH: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ SIGN UP for YEGplus, CANADA'S FIRST AIRPORT REWARDS PROGRAM: https://yegplus.com/realtalk SAVE 10% on ONLINE MEN'S CLOTHING PURCHASES at THE HELM with promo code REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ SUPPORT INTEGRATED FIREFIGHTER-PARAMEDIC SERVICE IN ALBERTA: https://www.apffpa.ca/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch SHOPPING FOR LUXURY CASUAL WEAR OR A CUSTOM SUIT? SAVE 10% ONLINE WITH PROMO CODE REALTALK: https://thehelmclothing.com/ RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.
Washington Wednesday on Trump's most significant achievement, World Tour on Prime Minister Mark Carney's political leverage, and digitizing New Testament manuscripts. Plus, Cal Thomas on unconventional alternatives for Los Angeles voters, a misnamed Bluetooth speaker, and the Wednesday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from And from Dordt University, host of the upcoming At Work in the Garden conference, celebrating God's good design of work. Dordt.edu/gardenFrom Pensacola Theological Seminary... Preparing students to preach God's Word. go.pcci.edu/startseminaryAnd from rom Ambassadors Impact Network, a group of Christian investors funding companies that share the gospel through business. More at ambassadorsimpact.comnonprofit investor group that has helped investor members deploy over $26 million into more than 60 companies since 2018. The network seeks growth-stage businesses led by Christians who tangibly show and share the gospel. If you know an investor interested in faith-aligned private company opportunities, encourage them to explore membership at ambassadorsimpact.com
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Carney's big address on antisemitism didn't amount to much. Acknowledging what he called a “crisis,” Carney spoke at a Toronto synagogue, highlighting measures taken to address antisemitism in Canada, including changes in hate crimes laws and a council that will study the problem. Jewish Canadians expecting tangible action were disappointed, so why did he bother?NOTE: This episode makes use of generative A.I. for the following purpose: voice cloning to correct an error in the original recording in which the group Al Aqsa Martyr's Brigade was initially misidentified.Host: Jesse BrownCredits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kallan Lyons(Associate Producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Harrison LowmanFurther reading: Prime Minister Carney highlights new measures to combat antisemitism and support Canada's Jewish community - Government of Canada LIVE: Combatting Antisemitism • EN DIRECT : Lutter contre l'antisémitisme [YouTube] Opinion: Mark Carney, antisemitism is not a public relations problem | National Post NP View: What Jewish Canadians need to hear from Mark Carney The United States Should Offer Asylum to Canadian Jews - Flashpoints & Frontlines [Substack] Opinion | The Star tried something with AI it had never done before. Then, we pumped the brakes. Here's why - Toronto StarChina's top diplomat says Canada ties ‘fully restored' - The Hindu Sponsors: oxio: Head over to canadaland.oxio.ca and use code CANADALAND for your first month free! Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month.If you value this podcast, Support us! You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Canadian Bitcoiners Podcast - Bitcoin News With a Canadian Spin
Michael Saylor just broke the one rule he built his empire on. Strategy (MSTR) sold Bitcoin for the first time since 2022 — 32 BTC, ~$2.5M — and the "never sell" era is officially over.He's calling it "inoculating the market." Genius move… or the first crack in the $61B Bitcoin machine? Full breakdown below
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.splitzoneduo.comIs your head coach going to succeed? Most of the time, you'll know by Year 2. Welcome to the latest installment of SZD's checkup on head coaches about to start their second season on the job. The class of 2025 was famously light on Power 4 hires but offers more G6 hope than you might think. In this episode, we'll tier out this crop of second-year coaches as follows:* 0:16: Why Year 2 remains such a revealing checkpoint for college football coaches, even after the portal changed the roster-building calendar.* 8:03: The guys who are trending up, like Zach Kittley at FAU, Mark Carney at Kent State, Matt Drinkall at Central Michigan, Willie Simmons at FIU, Jerry Mack at Kennesaw State, Dan Mullen at UNLV, Jason Eck at New Mexico, and Matt Entz at Fresno State.* 24:28: The guys who have us in wait-and-see mode, including the hard AAC jobs, Phil Longo at Sam Houston, Mike Uremovich at Ball State, Eddie George at Bowling Green, Dowell Loggains at App State, Tony Gibson at Marshall, Barry Odom at Purdue, and Rich Rodriguez at West Virginia.* 39:22: The guys who are already trending the wrong way and need a turnaround, like Scott Frost at UCF and, well …* 46:01: Bill Belichick's lousy first year at North Carolina and how much hope there is that things could improveProducer: Anthony VitoEveryone can hear a free preview of this episode. To get the whole thing, become a paid subscriber today.For $10 a month (or you can get a free month with an annual subscription), subscribers get about twice as many Split Zone Duo podcasts, as well as our coach carousel reporting, deep dives on college football history, Q&A opportunities, and many more goodies as we think of them. You also help keep this show independent and ensure we're making a podcast that puts our listeners, not anyone else, first.
Althia Raj and Rob Russo share what they're hearing on everything from Dominic LeBlanc's visit to Washington and what it says about Canada's latest stance on the relationship with the United States to what's happening inside the Liberal caucus and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Canadian Bitcoiners Podcast - Bitcoin News With a Canadian Spin
Michael Saylor just broke the one rule he built his empire on. Strategy (MSTR) sold Bitcoin for the first time since 2022 — 32 BTC, ~$2.5M — and the "never sell" era is officially over.He's calling it "inoculating the market." Genius move… or the first crack in the $61B Bitcoin machine? Full breakdown below
Liberal MP Steven Guilbeault has announced his resignation from Mark Carney's government, after stepping down from cabinet last fall.. During his time in Canadian parliament Mr. Guilbeault has become a symbol for the Liberal party's climate conscience. His decision to depart centres on the Prime Minister's approach to climate policy and it signals the most public disruption in the perceived unity of the Liberal caucus. Marieke Walsh is The Globe's senior political reporter. She's here to discuss the politics and policy surrounding climate and what Mr. Guilbeault's resignation means for the Prime Minister. Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Czy jedno zdanie Michelle Obamy może zmienić język biznesu? Dlaczego ludzie z branży nagle zaczęli mówić o TACO, choć wcale nie chodziło o meksykańską kuchnię? I jak to się stało, że jedno ulubione słowo Tima Cooka trafiło do prezentacji, raportów i LinkedIna na całym świecie? W tym odcinku wyjaśniam, dlaczego niektóre słówka Business English robią karierę, a inne znikają po kilkunastu miesiącach. Które z nich były najważniejsze w pierwszej połowie 2026 roku? Zwroty: to topple to bring down to unseat irritant friction point sore spot sticking point key irritants headwinds it doesn't sit right with me something feels off I'm not comfortable with this I have reservations it doesn't sit right my gut says no fit for purpose not fit for purpose up to the task viable singular unparalleled unique distinctive unprecedented a singular focus on customer experience a singular dedication to privacy a singular leader a singular advantage in the market blueprint playbook roadmap framework template in hindsight looking back with the benefit of hindsight pain point friction customer frustration unmet need staggering astonishing eye-watering jaw-dropping staggering losses staggering valuation staggering scale a staggering 40% drop huge shocking surprising Linki: Michelle Obama: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uOU4QCCegU Steve Jobs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Zx04h24uBs
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SCHEDULE THE JBS, 5-29-26.457 THE AMBROSIAN ILIAD.(1) Jeff Bliss discusses the Los Angeles mayoral race between incumbent Karen Bass, who faces criticism over homelessness and crime, and unconventional candidate Spencer Pratt, who utilizes social media and "guerrilla campaigning" to gain traction.(2) Jeff Bliss highlights Las Vegas's pursuit of an NBA team to complete its status as a global sports capital, while the Fertitta family acquires Caesar's Palace, consolidating power among the city's casino billionaires.(3) Professor Richard Epstein analyzes the legal history of birthright citizenship and Donald Trump's executive order, arguing that the 14th Amendment has been misinterpreted and that the child's status should depend on the parent's.(4) Professor Richard Epstein describes the Trump administration's $1.776 billion "slush fund" as a fraudulent private agreement, noting that despite its likely illegality, legal standing requirements make it difficult for anyone to successfully challenge.(5) Jim McTague reports on Lancaster County's economy, noting record-breaking gasoline sales at Costco despite rainy weather, the rise of retirement-driven healthcare, and local "Luddite" opposition to a proposed data center in Columbia.(6) Veronique de Rugy discusses a proposed California tax on billionaires, warning it will drive high earners away and reduce state revenue, while a competing initiative seeks to protect regular citizens' savings from taxation.(7) Bob Zimmerman examines a massive Blue Origin rocket explosion that has grounded the New Glenn program and delayed NASA's Artemis missions, leaving SpaceX as the only viable private partner for immediate lunar goals.(8) Bob Zimmerman discusses mysterious subsurface changes in the sun and conflicting data regarding water ice at the lunar South Pole, while highlighting Mars' "brain terrain" as evidence of significant near-surface ice deposits.(9) Francis Rose details the Department of Veterans Affairs' ambitious rollout of a new electronic health record system in Michigan, aiming for a seamless "enlistment to grave" digital history for every member of the military.(10) Francis Rose explores the security risks of electronic health records, explaining how nation-states like China seek bulk data for espionage and how the government utilizes "zero trust" technology to deter sophisticated machine-speed hacks.(11) Gene Marks reports from Nashville that mid-market companies are aggressively adopting AI to supplement labor shortages rather than replace workers, while also navigating the complexities of receiving refunds for previously paid tariffs.(12) Gene Marks questions surveys claiming 93% small business growth and dismisses claims that AI will eliminate white-collar jobs soon, asserting that human workers will naturally adapt to new technology as they have historically.(13) Henry Sokolski argues that no inherent "right to enrichment" exists under the NPT, warning that Iran's nuclear ambitions and regional power plants create dangerous targets and risk a "hot spot" of nuclear-armed nations.(14) Henry Sokolski discusses Russia's "gray warfare" tactics against NATO, including drone provocations and sabotage of European infrastructure, warning that the United States is not taking these threats seriously enough compared to Europe.(15) Conrad Black discusses Alberta's threat to secede from Canada if the federal government blocks oil pipelines, detailing the political maneuvering between Premier Danielle Smith, indigenous groups, and Prime Minister candidate Mark Carney.(16) Lorenzo Fiori reports on a record-breaking Italian heat wave and the poor market reception of Ferrari's new electric vehicle, while noting that affordable Chinese EVs are rapidly becoming the top-selling cars in Italy.
(15) Conrad Black discusses Alberta's threat to secede from Canada if the federal government blocks oil pipelines, detailing the political maneuvering between Premier Danielle Smith, indigenous groups, and Prime Minister candidate Mark Carney.1932
Charles Burton examines Canada's controversial economic pivot toward China, where Prime Minister Mark Carney is pursuing a strategic partnership that includes non-public security agreements and the reduction of tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. Critics warn these moves compromise Canadian sovereignty and allow for significant Chineseinfiltration. (7)1900
In the early 20th century, some retailers would advertise a product at an attractively low price to lure customers into the store, claim the item was out of stock or of poor quality then pressure customers to buy a more expensive alternative. The practice became known in the public vernacular as "bait and switch" in the 1920s. This week, we look at three modern bait and switches pertinent to our beat. First, Julian looks at “free speech patriot” Chud the Builder's slimy social media tactics. Then Derek investigates RFK Jr's SNAP benefits now you see them, now you don't. Finally, Matthew looks at how Mark Carney is bait and switching the Canadian political body. Show Notes SNAP Restrictions Raise Prices for U.S. Retailers and Consumers, Rather Than Improving Diets State-Level SNAP Food Restrictions: Assessing Long-Term Profitability and Policy Risks for Grocery Retailers SNAP Enforcement Changes Risk Limiting Food Access for Vulnerable Communities USDA outlines retailer compliance for state SNAP waivers EBT, SNAP, and Food Retail Compliance: A Complete Explainer for Small Grocery and Convenience Store Owners FRAC Urges USDA to End Harmful SNAP Food Restriction Waivers Bank of England — Mark Carney biography UN — Carney Special Envoy appointment Council for Inclusive Capitalism — Carney Amnesty International Canada — Bill C-12 CBC News — Bill C-233 defeated Government of Canada — CERB eligibility CBC News — CRA COVID benefit clawbacks Parliamentary Budget Officer — federal housing spending CBC News — oil and gas emissions cap scrapped CBC News — F-35 contract review CBC News — Defence Security and Resilience Bank confirmed CBC News — Indigenous Services Canada budget cuts CCPA — Bill C-15 corporate exemption CBC News — Grassy Narrows, "I can outlast her" Guardian — Carney climate record Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices