Podcasts about separatists

Amber Ruddy and Keith McLaughlin debate what happens when the loudest, most radical separatists start plunging Alberta politics into ever deeper grievances. The two political strategists discuss the pressure this activist faction is putting on the UCP, how the issue is wearing on the broader public, and what Alberta might learn from the turmoil inside B.C. conservative politics. This podcast is generously supported by Don Archibald. The Hub thanks him for his ongoing support.The Hub is Canada's fastest-growing independent digital news outlet.Subscribe to our YouTube channel to get our latest videos: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHubCanadaSubscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get our best content when you are on the go:https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple) https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify)Want more Hub? Get a FREE 3-month trial membership on us: https://thehub.ca/free-trial/Follow The Hub on X: https://x.com/thehubcanada?lang=enCREDITS:Falice Chin - Host, Producer, and Editor falice@thehub.ca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With just a month to go before the crucial separation and anti-immigrant referendum in Danielle Smith's Alberta, President Trump is posting dangerous pro-Conservative Party lies about Canada, and we cannot afford to let this misinformation go unchallenged. Join Max Fawcett, Lead Columnist for the Canadian National Observer, and host Laura Babcock, as they fearlessly expose the politicians and Albertans who are either blind to or complicit in the existential threat facing our nation.This is a pivotal moment for Canada, and we need your voice! Don't miss this passionate discussion that calls out the MAGA narrative aiding and abetting the rise of toxic politics in our country, including the imploding situation in BC. Together, we must protect Canada from foreign interference and harmful misinformation that puts our values at risk.Remember, every comment, subscription, and share amplifies our message. Let's rally together and safeguard our home! Visit TheOShow.ca today for unique Made-in-Canada items that support independent media and help us combat these narratives. The future of Canada is at stake—let's fight for it!#Canadian #canadianpodcast #CanadianPolitics #canadalife #canadaimmigration #canada #canadapodcast #Cndpoli #canadianpodcast #alberta #albertacanada #abpoli An independent podcast, the best way to support our work is by subscribing. Let's build our pro democracy community! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's speakers:Lexi Ellingsworth Stop Surrogacy Now UK - parliamentary debate on the petition to have parental rights recognised at birthBio: Lexi launched Stop Surrogacy Now UK in 2019 in direct response to the public consultation to reform the UK's surrogacy laws. This grassroots organisation challenges the media narratives on surrogacy, aims to raise up the voices of surrogate mothers and works to prevent law reform to relax or liberalise surrogacy practice, in the UK and abroad.Peggy Patty & Chrystal Brim USA NOW Lesbian Caucus - does NOW know what a woman is? Tatiana Sukhareva Russia / Georgia The 6B4T movement and its significance as a new development in radical feminist separatism, with a brief update on Russia and Georgia♀♀♀♀♀♀♀♀♀Enjoying our webinars? If you are a position to make a one-off or recurring donation to support our work, please donate here: https://donorbox.org/defend-women-s-sex-based-rights-with-wdiWomen's Declaration International (#WDI) Feminist Question Time is a weekly online webinar (Saturdays 3-4.30pm UK time). It is attended by a global feminist and activist audience of between 100-150. The main focus is how gender ideology is harming the rights of women and girls. See upcoming speakers and register to attend at https://www.womensdeclaration.com/en/webinars/On Sundays (10am UK time), our webinar series, Radical Feminist Perspectives, offers a chance to hear discussions about radical feminist books, theory and politics. Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sttBp6aIR-ymhmwkVlO0JA#/registrationAttendance of our live webinars is women-only; men are welcome to watch/share recordings here on YouTube. WDI is the leading global organisation defending women's sex-based rights against the threats posed by gender identity ideology. Find out more at https://womensdeclaration.com, where you can join more than 40,000 people and 457 organisations from 157 countries in signing our Declaration on Women's Sex-based Rights. The Declaration reaffirms the sex-based rights of women which are set out in the Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination against Women adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on 18 December 1979 (#CEDAW).Disclaimer: Women's Declaration International hosts a range of women from all over the world on Feminist Question Time (FQT), on Radical Feminist Perspectives (RFP) and on webinars hosted by country chapters – all have signed our Declaration or have known histories of feminist activism - but beyond that, we do not know their exact views or activism. WDI does not know in detail what they will say on webinars. The views expressed by speakers in these videos are not necessarily those of WDI and we do not necessarily support views or actions that speakers have expressed or engaged in at other times. As well as the position stated in our Declaration on Women's Sex-based Rights, WDI opposes sexism, racism and anti-semitism. For more information, see our Frequently Asked Questions (https://womensdeclaration.com/en/about/faqs/) or email info@womensdeclaration.com.#feminism #radicalfeminism #Women's Sex-based Rights#Gender Critical#TERF#WDI

What happens when you spend seven months travelling Alberta and talking to people who want out of Canada? Dani Paradis and Tim Querengesser take us inside their new podcast, Separation Anxiety, sharing what they heard from separatists (4:00) about their frustrations, their hopes for Alberta, and why they believe independence is the answer. Feature interviews on Real Talk are presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY HANSEN DISTILLERY, WINNERS OF THREE GOLD MEDALS AT THE INAUGURAL ALBERTA WHISKY AWARDS! LEARN MORE: https://hansendistillery.com/ MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ SUBSCRIBE to SEPARATION ANXIETY: https://separationanxietypodcast.substack.com/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: leave a comment here or email talk@ryanjespersen.com 55:00 | Real Talkers chime in on our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ 1:04:15 | Pink Pirate, Chad, and Kyle say Mark Carney's on the wrong track; Bradley and ForECanadian have strong words for Danielle Smith; RavenRuled and Jessica have thoughts on the Ed Sheeran-Macklemore debacle, and Tyler calls out Jespo's take on AI. It's The Flamethrower proudly presented by our amazing friends at the DQs of Northwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park!  WHEN YOU SWING BY A DQ IN PALISADES, NAMAO, NEWCASTLE, WESTMOUNT, OR BASELINE ROAD, BE SURE TO LET 'EM KNOW REAL TALK SENT YOU!  GET YOUR "PROUDLY ALBERTAN. FIERCELY CANADIAN." HOODIES BEFORE THEY SELL OUT (AGAIN): https://ryanjespersen.com/merch REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ REAL TALK HIGHLIGHTS ARE PRESENTED BY KUBY ENERGY AND CANADIAN GREEN TECH, YOUR TRUSTED SOLAR PROVIDERS. LEARN MORE AT https://kuby.ca/ or in-store at Costco. 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/ 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 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.

A newly premiered Chinese counterintelligence TV drama Jiaofeng has captured widespread attention on both the Chinese mainland and Taiwan. Jiaofeng, which means “clash” in Chinese, chronicles a two-decade-long saga of how spies from Taiwan conducting espionage operations on the mainland are brought to justice.近日，一部新上映的中国反间谍电视剧《交锋》在中国大陆和台湾地区均引发广泛关注。该剧剧名“交锋”意为“较量、对抗”，讲述了台湾间谍在大陆从事间谍活动并最终受到法律制裁的二十年间谍斗争故事。Produced with guidance from the Ministry of State Security, the drama draws from numerous real-life cases, shedding light on the covert battles which are often overlooked.该剧在国家安全机关指导下制作，取材于大量真实案件，展现了那些常常被忽视的隐蔽战线斗争。It portrays a team of national security police officers who are skilled, courageous and committed to combating spy operations, choosing to remain unsung heroes.剧中塑造了一批国家安全警察形象，他们专业过硬、勇敢坚定，致力于打击间谍活动，却选择成为默默无闻的英雄。It also offers a nuanced depiction of spies from the Taiwan island, avoiding a stereotyped narrative.该剧同时也对来自台湾地区的间谍进行了较为细致的刻画，避免了简单化、脸谱化的叙事方式。The popularity of the drama stems not only from the twists and turns in its intricate plot, detailed authenticity and well-developed characters but also from insights it offers into the current situation across the Taiwan Strait and the trajectory of cross-Strait relations.《交锋》的热播，不仅源于其跌宕起伏的剧情、细致的真实性以及丰满的人物塑造，也在于其对当前台海形势和两岸关系发展走向提供的思考。Historically and legally, Taiwan has been an integral part of China since ancient times.从历史和法律角度看，台湾自古以来是中国不可分割的一部分。Compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait share common origins, culture and ethnicity, forming a community with a shared future.海峡两岸同胞拥有共同的血脉、文化和民族渊源，形成了休戚与共的共同体。The deep-rooted kinship, cultural ties and people-to-people bonds between the two sides have endured through time and can never be severed.两岸之间深厚的亲缘关系、文化联系和民间纽带历经岁月延续，无法割裂。In the TV drama, a poignant scene unfolds when the seriously ill father of a spy in Taiwan urges him to reconnect with relatives on the Chinese mainland.剧中有一幕令人动容：一名台湾间谍身患重病的父亲劝说儿子重新与大陆亲属取得联系。This plea to seek family roots shows that many families on the Taiwan island have their origins in the Chinese mainland. Such blood ties and family affections cannot be separated by the Strait.这份寻根的请求展现出，台湾许多家庭都源自中国大陆。这种血缘联系和亲情纽带，不会因为一道海峡而被割断。The Democratic Progressive Party authorities have long promoted "de-Sinicization" education in Taiwan, attempting to distort the national and ethnic identity of residents, especially young people on the island.长期以来，民进党当局在台湾推动“去中国化”教育，试图改变岛内居民，尤其是年轻人的国家和民族认同。But compatriots both on the Chinese mainland and in Taiwan are families connected by blood, and political manipulation by the DPP authority cannot alter the immutable fact that people on both sides of the Strait are Chinese.但两岸同胞血脉相连，民进党当局的政治操作无法改变两岸民众同属中华民族这一事实。Peace, a universal aspiration of humanity, is also the shared wish of people on both sides of the Strait.和平是全人类共同追求的目标，也是两岸民众共同的愿望。As depicted in the TV drama, the mainland resolutely counters infiltration attempts of spies from Taiwan, aiming to eliminate the separatist undercurrents that disrupt peace, promote the reunification of families and prevent conflict.正如电视剧所展现的那样，大陆坚决防范和打击来自台湾方面的渗透活动，旨在消除破坏和平的分裂倾向，促进两岸家庭团聚，避免冲突发生。The DPP authorities, however, obstinately pursue their separatist "Taiwan independence" agenda through military means, attempting to stoke tensions and create turbulence.然而，民进党当局通过军事手段推动其“台独”议程，试图制造紧张局势和不稳定。They have increased the island's defense budget for 2027 to an all-time high of NT$1.12 trillion ($35.4 billion), pushing Taiwan's defense budget to cross the NT$1 trillion mark for the first time.据报道，民进党当局已将台湾2027年的防务预算提高至创纪录的1.12万亿新台币（约354亿美元），使台湾防务预算首次突破1万亿新台币。Such reckless and belligerent policies will only deplete Taiwan's resources and further escalate tensions in the Taiwan Strait.这种被批评为冒险和强硬的政策只会消耗台湾资源，并进一步加剧台海紧张局势。Mainstream public opinion in Taiwan favors peace over conflict, development over recession, cross-Strait exchanges over hostility, and dialogue over confrontation.台湾社会主流舆论倾向于和平而非冲突、发展而非衰退、两岸交流而非对立、对话而非对抗。Yet, driven by separatist ambitions, DPP leader Lai Ching-te moves against public opinion, fully exposing his role as a “Taiwan independence” advocate and saboteur of peace.然而，在分裂主张推动下，民进党领导人赖清德采取与上述民意相悖的行动，被文章指责为“台独”支持者以及破坏和平的人物。Set in the 1990s, Jiaofeng depicts intelligence operatives from Taiwan coming to the mainland posing as business people and scholars.《交锋》的故事背景设定在20世纪90年代，描绘了台湾情报人员伪装成商人和学者进入大陆开展活动的情节。These operatives are able to infiltrate key departments on the mainland, including scientific research institutes, before they are discovered and eventually punished by law.这些人员试图渗透大陆科研机构等重要部门，最终被发现并依法受到惩处。Today, the mainland has an overwhelming advantage over Taiwan.当前，大陆在综合实力方面较台湾地区具有明显优势。It is determined to thwart separatist acts and safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity.大陆坚持反对分裂活动，维护国家主权和领土完整。Going forward, the mainland will continue to firmly advance the peaceful development of cross-Strait relations.未来，大陆将继续推动两岸关系和平发展。The reunification of the two sides of the Taiwan Strait is an inevitable trend and the shared aspiration of the people.两岸统一是不可阻挡的趋势，也是人民共同愿望。Achieving complete reunification is indispensable for China's rejuvenation.实现完全统一对中国实现民族复兴至关重要。As a character in the drama puts it, the reunification of the motherland will definitely happen.正如剧中人物所说，祖国统一一定会实现。Only through China's reunification can cross-Strait “clash” be resolved and tensions avoided. Separatist forces advocating “Taiwan independence” will fail in their endeavor and end up in the dustbin of history.只有实现中国统一，才能解决两岸之间的“较量”，避免紧张局势。主张“台独”的分裂势力最终将失败，并被历史淘汰。【词汇提炼】counterintelligence /ˌkaʊntərɪnˈtelɪdʒəns/ n.反间谍工作；反情报活动espionage /ˈespiənɑːʒ/ n.间谍活动；谍报活动covert /ˈkəʊvɜːrt/ adj.秘密的；隐蔽的infiltrate /ˈɪnfɪltreɪt/ v.渗透；潜入saga /ˈsɑːɡə/ n.长篇故事；传奇经历kinship /ˈkɪnʃɪp/ n.亲属关系；血缘关系sever /ˈsevər/ v.切断；割裂reunification /ˌriːˌjuːnɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/ n.统一；重新统一

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Star Wars Zero Company feels like the Star Wars I grew up with. Not the movies—the LucasArts games, the X-Wing novels, the trading card game. The old Expanded Universe, where stories happened inside the galaxy instead of orbiting the Skywalkers.Zero Company is a tactical, turn-based game set during the Clone Wars, but the interesting part isn't the war. It's the crew: a scoundrel with a personal moral compass, a Separatist partisan who lectures you about Republic imperialism, a discharged clone trooper carrying the weight of the war, and a rhyming toad-bulldog prizefighter who loves opera. The game never tells you which choice is right. It just asks you to pick.In this episode of One Thing Worth A Rant, I argue that the Jedi have become the most boring part of Star Wars—not because they're bad, but because Light vs Dark always drags the story back to a struggle we've exhausted. The sequels mistook the original story for what made the original world compelling. The prequels, ironically, were reaching for something more interesting: a democracy sliding into authoritarianism through ordinary choices about order, security, and obedience.Zero Company, Andor, The Bad Batch, even Galaxy's Edge work because they point the camera down—away from the mythic, toward the everyday. History viewed from eye level. Palpatine promises order; the Rebellion creates chaos. On good vs evil we know who to root for. On order vs freedom, is it so clear cut?Star Wars isn't literally better without the Jedi. It's better when it doesn't need them to carry the whole story.CHAPTERS 00:00 Star Wars and the Old Expanded Universe 01:09 Zero Company: The Crew 03:38 World Building 05:43 The Jedi Are the Boring Part 07:29 Gritty realism 09:55 Why Zero Company Works

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summaryThis episode explores the dark themes of the Zygerian slave trade in the Clone Wars, focusing on how trauma, power, and morality intersect in a story about confronting one of the galaxy's oldest evils. We analyze character development, moral dilemmas, and the broader implications of slavery in the galaxy. In this episode, we explore the themes of morality, evil, and character development in the Star Wars: The Clone Wars arc featuring the Zygerians. We analyze the portrayal of villains, the moral complexities faced by the heroes, and the deeper implications of the storyline.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Zygerian Slave Trade Arc00:30 Introduction to the Clone Wars arc and its themes02:10 Themes of Darkness and Morality in the Arc03:10 The portrayal of Zygerians as villains and their brutality03:56 The Resurgence of the Zygerian Slave Trade07:12 Character Development: Anakin's Emotional Depth07:42 Moral dilemmas faced by Anakin and Obi Wan10:04 Moral Dilemmas Faced by the Jedi12:05 Count Dooku's hypocrisy and the Separatists' morality13:04 Obi-Wan's Captivity and Its Impact16:01 The Broader Message About Evil and Trauma16:19 Anakin's anger and foreshadowing of Vader18:56 The Role of the Jedi Council and Obi-Wan's Choices19:52 The complexity of villain motivations in Star Wars21:50 The Significance of Extreme Actions in the Fight Against Evil24:02 The significance of evil and morality in the storyline25:10 Conclusion: Lessons from the Clone Wars Arc27:55 The impact of the arc on character development31:55 Reflections on the episode's themes and lessons35:58 Closing thoughts and overall rating of the arc

Most economists say Alberta is in for hard times if it splits from Canada. But dire predictions don't seem to faze true believers. So, how much influence can economic analysis have on this vote — or any other? Plus, how to spot Airbnb listings that have been enhanced by artificial intelligence. And, why more kids should run lemonade stands!

The prime minister's inner circle is gathering in Banff, Alta. to discuss their plans for the upcoming sitting of Parliament — where U.S. President Donald Trump's trade actions will loom large. Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne joins The House to discuss whether Canada should retaliate again, and what to expect from Carney's investment summit next week.Plus, Albertans are one month away from deciding whether they actually want to pursue a referendum on separating from Canada, and campaigns on both sides of the debate are in full force. Host Catherine Cullen follows federalist campaigner Stephen Carter as he gives out lawn signs and tries to persuade people in Calgary's Confederation Park to choose Canada. Then The House travels to Red Deer to meet separatist leader Keith Wilson and his supporters to hear why they're voting to trigger a formal referendum on leaving Canada. Plus, top Alberta pollster Janet Brown explains why voter turnout could be the key factor in this pivotal referendum.This episode features the voices of:François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of FinanceStephen Carter, Alberta federalist and member of Alberta's VoiceKeith Wilson, Alberta separatist and leader of Let Alberta DecideJanet Brown, founder of Janet Brown Opinion Research

Separatists think they'll win a vote they're poised to lose by a wide margin, according to an exclusive new poll. With a little more than five weeks to go before Alberta's fall referendum, host Kathleen Petty explains how the heck we got here and where we're headed next.David Coletto, CEO of Abacus Data, does a deep dive into Alberta public opinion. His numbers say if the referendum was held today, Albertans would vote decisively to remain. Motivations for the other side aren't clearcut. Do they actually want to leave? How many just want to send Ottawa a message? Danielle Smith says she wants to have this vote and move on, but can we?University of Calgary political scientist Lisa Young has also been tracking the rise of separatist sentiment and western alienation in Alberta since it flared up following the 2019 re-election of Justin Trudeau. She helps analyze the data, and questions whether polls might be systematically under-estimating separatist support. Background listening:Here's a link to the episode we mentioned: “Is a trade war good for separatists?” — we interview one Alberta separatist leader, Keith Wilson, on why not everyone voting Option 2 is looking for full independence.https://link.mgln.ai/P987BoHost: Kathleen PettyGuests: David Coletto, Lisa YoungProducers: Emily Senger, Emily Williams, Diane Yanko, Josh Pagé

If you check Google Maps south of the Canada-U.S. border, you'll see the body of water formerly known as Lake Ontario now named Lake America. It's the latest move in President Donald Trump's assault on Canadian sovereignty, and Supriya Dwivedi lays out why it's more than just trolling in our feature interview (3:00) presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, AND 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/ GET YOUR "PROUDLY ALBERTAN. FIERCELY CANADIAN." HOODIE: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch 51:15 | What do you make of the Alberta separation rally in Edmonton? We get into it before tackling the CBC's 9/11 "not terrorism" head-scratcher (1:05:00). 1:16:40 | Real Talkers chime in on Lake America and the separatists' rally in our Live Chat powered by Park Power. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/realtalk/ REAL TALK'S LIVE STREAM IS PRESENTED BY CALIFORNIA CLOSETS. BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: https://californiaclosets.ca/ REAL TALK HIGHLIGHTS ARE PRESENTED BY KUBY ENERGY AND CANADIAN GREEN TECH, YOUR TRUSTED SOLAR PROVIDERS. LEARN MORE AT https://kuby.ca/ or in-store at Costco. 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/ 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 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.

Who is behind all these fake Alberta separatists on YouTube? They can't even pronounce “Regina” correctly. The Tragically Hip is now a musical and there's a real connection to Because News. With soaring fuel prices more fees are being added to our flights. Thanks, America. Try a new nightly ritual that will make you feel alive: mortality check-ins. Or try a new nightly ritual that will make you fall asleep: bedtime stacking. Gavin Crawford hosts the news quiz with comedians Jan Caruana, Kris Siddiqi, and Alice Moran. (This episode aired April 2026)

Putting oil and gas on the bargaining table as the U.S.-Canada trade war heats up would pour gasoline on Alberta's fall referendum. At least that's what one separatist leader, Keith Wilson, is arguing. This week we ask Wilson why he thinks the trade war means Albertans should push for a binding referendum on separation in October.After that, journalists Tyler Dawson from the Globe and Mail and the Toronto Star's Richard Warnica weigh in with host Kathleen Petty on some major questions: how will the trade war influence the referendum campaign? What's the likelihood oil will be used as a cudgel in this dispute? And who comes out ahead when everyone from Doug Ford to Mark Carney to Danielle Smith is talking trade and unity?Host: Kathleen PettyGuests: Keith Wilson, Tyler Dawson and Richard WarnicaProducers: Emily Senger, Emily Williams, Diane Yanko

New research from the University of Regina and the University of Alberta provides evidence that Russian content farms and right-wing U.S. influencers are targeting Alberta's upcoming referendum. Some foreign actors are trying to foment discord in Canada, while others overtly try to persuade Canadians to join the separatist cause.  Grant Robertson is an investigative reporter with The Globe. He explains how these campaigns work, what messages these foreign actors are pushing and how ready Alberta – and Canada – are to fight back against them.  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.

As Alberta prepares for its referendum on October 19th, new research shows that foreign players are paying attention and trying to affect the vote. Brian McQuinn with the Centre for Artificial Intelligence, Data and Conflict at the University of Regina tells us what his research has found. And Patrick Lennox, security consultant and a former director of intelligence with the RCMP and Liberal MP candidate, tells us why that's important.

SUMMARYJacob and Evan kick off The Clone Wars Season 4 by discussing the Mon Cala arc, where political tensions between the Mon Calamari and Quarren erupt into an underwater civil war manipulated by the Separatists. While neither host ranks these among their favorite episodes, they highlight several creative elements, including the underwater civilizations, unique battle tactics, Admiral Ackbar's early appearance, and the imaginative aquatic droid designs.The discussion expands into whether Jedi should command armies at all, how underwater warfare changes military strategy, the effectiveness of the arc's villain, and whether diplomacy could have prevented the conflict. They also debate the use of Gungans as reinforcements, imagine alternative story directions, and preview some of their favorite Clone Wars arcs still to come.KEYWORDSClone Wars Season 4 Episodes 1-3Mon Cala arcMon CalamariQuarrenAdmiral AckbarKit Fistounderwater warfareStar Wars civil warJedi generalsGungansClone Wars discussionStar Wars podcastCHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction to the Mon Cala arc01:35 - First impressions and why the arc is divisive02:11 - Admiral Ackbar's early appearance03:30 - Worldbuilding and underwater civilizations04:24 - Why the Gungans hurt the arc05:02 - Quarren, Mon Calamari and other aquatic species07:20 - Fake sponsor: Gungan Goo13:01 - How underwater warfare changes combat tactics15:00 - Were the Gungans the right reinforcements?22:03 - Should Jedi become involved in civil wars?24:16 - Why Jedi struggle as military generals29:00 - Could diplomacy have prevented the conflict?31:47 - What each host would change about the arc35:10 - Favorite underwater vehicles and Separatist war machines37:00 - Preview of upcoming Clone Wars arcs

Star Wars is full of epic battles, political conflict, and galaxy‑wide war — but which actions cross the line into war crimes? Mark, Garrett, and Brian break down the ethics of warfare in Star Wars, comparing Jedi, Sith, clones, droids, the Empire, Separatists, and Rebels to real‑world standards like the Geneva Convention.If you love Star Wars lore, philosophy, or moral debates, this episode is a must‑listen.Tell us: Who committed the worst war crimes in Star Wars?#starwarscharacters #warcrimes #StarWarsAndPhilosophy #CloneArmy #GalacticEmpire #RebelAlliance #warofthestars #feastoffandoms #starwarspodcast

In this episode, we announce and reveal on the show the all official cards and spoilers from The Leaders of the Separatist Army box and the B2 Super Rocket Battle Droids. Join us as we drop Legion spoilers for Admiral Trench, Savage Oppress, command cards, and the B2 Super Rocket Battle Droids and their upgrades.Thank you to Atomic Mass Games for sending us this box in advance!___________________________________Hello There! is supported by our wonderful patrons on Patreon. If you would like to help the show, and join our discord community, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/hellotherecast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and pledge your support. Hello There! Patrons directly support the show and its growth by helping pay our monthly and annual fees, while contributing to future projects and endeavors.___________________________________Twitch I ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HelloThereCast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter I ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HelloThereCast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram I ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HelloThereCast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook I ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HelloThereCast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube I  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HelloThereCast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ l⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ __________________________________Hello There! is hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jesse Eakin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on July 31st, 2026, Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson begin by asking whether Canada's governments are actually prepared to make the sacrifices required to defend the country's interests. Both come away disappointed. Matt points to the federal government's decision to block the expansion of an airport in the Toronto area because it was locally controversial and could complicate an upcoming Liberal byelection. If a government isn't willing to risk losing even a single seat to get important things done, Matt argues, then it's never going to get important things done.This episode is 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.Next, Jen checks in from Alberta with an update on the separatist movement. While recent polling shows federalist forces comfortably ahead, she's far from reassured. The problem isn't the raw level of support for separation, which remains relatively low. It's the intensity. Separatists are deeply motivated, while federalists may assume victory is inevitable and fail to organize or even show up. If that happens, Jen warns, the result could be much closer than today's polls suggest.This episode is also brought to you by BioCanRx, a federally-funded Canadian not-for-profit research network dedicated to cutting edge cancer immunotherapy research that they're helping Canadian researchers bring from labs to patients in clinical trials — all in Canada.If a drug is discovered in a Canadian lab, and conducts successful clinical trials in Canada, there's a chance it will be launched in Canada. So how do we get more drugs out of Canadian labs and keep them here? Every year around $500 million is spent on Canadian cancer research, but 70 per cent of that is for early-stage work — discovering whether a therapy can do something in the lab. That leaves limited resources for the complex and often disjointed process of moving Canadian innovations from discovery to a clinical trial and hopefully into the health system.BioCanRx has stepped into the gap. They specialize in “translational research” — the unsexy work that makes for boring press releases, but gets results: 16 Canadian cancer immunotherapy clinical trials in just a decade, treating more than 400 patients.Thanks to this, BioCanRx has first-hand experience with the systemic disconnects that are trapping discoveries in Canadian labs, or sending them out of the country to be developed. They have straightforward ideas about how to fix the problems, and spoiler alert: the answer isn't just “add more money.” Stay tuned to learn more in coming weeks, and visit BioCanRx.com to learn more.Finally, Matt raises reports about Jagmeet Singh's possible next job after politics, and he's unimpressed. Jen offers a different perspective, suggesting that perhaps there's something to be said for a political class that takes care of its own after public service. Your hosts don't reach a firm conclusion — but they lay out both sides and leave it to listeners to decide.All that and more in the latest episode of The Line Podcast. Check out our main page at ReadTheLine.ca.#TheLinePodcast#CanadianPolitics#MarkCarney#AlbertaPolitics#Federalism#JagmeetSingh#LiberalParty#PoliticalAnalysis#CanadaPolitics#CurrentAffairs

Prince Lee-Char makes a final effort to unite the people of Mon Cala to fight Riff Tamson and the Separatists in this episode of The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode of The Clone Wars, Some of the decisions when it came to violence in this episode, Riff Tamson taking over Mon Cala, Prince Lee-Char's plan to unite the Mon Calamari and the Quarren, The measures taken to save Padmé when her helmet breaks, and The final battle between the forces of the Republic and the Separatists. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 1054.   Thanks for joining us for another episode and our brand of Star Wars discussion! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram. Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

Ottawa pushes back against Trump tariff threats over wildfires as nearly 200 blazes ravage Northern Ontario. Urgent evacuation order issued for B.C.'s Big Bar Lake as lightning storms spark dozens of new wildfires. Separatist groups in Alberta are accusing the organization Forever Canadian of dodging fundraising regulations while advertising. The Parti Québécois is reviving a century-old border dispute with Labrador as it campaigns for the upcoming provincial election. The U.S. and Iran trade infrastructure strikes as heavy fighting continues for the seventh day in a row. Joint ambush kills Malian soldiers in Gao; counterattack underway. Former Nigerian beauty queen fights deportation from South Africa amid massive immigration crackdown.

In October, Alberta will vote on whether or not to have a binding referendum on separating from Canada. Separatists have latched on to the idea that the Federal government is impeding Alberta's prosperity, after years of the UCP making these same arguments. Danielle Smith wanted to leverage western alienation against the federal government, but now that the movement has evolved, she is like a sorcerer who's lost control of her spells.After the victory of Brexit, Meloni, and Trump (twice), the lesson that status quo establishment politics cannot defeat anti-establishment movements should be clear. And yet, the leadership of the labour movement is joining hands with establishment politicians of every stripe, and aligning against separation behind Canadian nationalism. This is dissolving the struggle of the working class into the same camp as the federal liberals, conservatives, the bosses, and every other discredited figure.The workers of Alberta need a class based approach to fight the reactionary separatist project.In this presentation from the 2026 Western Canadian Marxist Summer School, Laine Sheldon-Houle explains the communist position.

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An Alberta judge has frozen more than $8.5 million in assets linked to one of Alberta's most prominent separatist advocates, lawyer Jeffrey Rath, amid allegations by Tallcree First Nation over the handling of trust funds. Rath denies the allegations, but the case raises serious questions about credibility, accountability, and whether the people asking Albertans to trust them with the province's future have earned that trust. Jespo opens this episode with a few thoughts. What do YOU think? Leave a comment below or email talk@ryanjespersen.com.  THIS EPISODE IS PRESENTED BY RapidEX FINANCIAL. THE CRYPTO WORLD MOVES FAST, AND 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/. 16:30 | The Gordie Howe International Bridge will open before August 1. Jasper's getting a $500M boost as rebuilding efforts continue. Wildfires continue to impact many communities across Canada. We get into it all with Minister Eleanor Olszewski in our feature interview presented by Mercedes-Benz Edmonton West.  MBEW: https://www.mercedes-benz-edmontonwest.ca/ 32:00 | Jespo and Johnny dive into our Live Chat powered by Park Power for response to the Jeff Rath story, mosquito repellent recommendations, and Real Talkers' thoughts on public art. SAVE on INTERNET, ELECTRICITY, and NATURAL GAS: https://parkpower.ca/ 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/ 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 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.

#cuttheclutter The US has indicted jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi & his aide Goldy Brar for the 2023 killing of Separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, while ruling out Indian govt officials' role. The investigation into ‘Operation Hardball' has also revealed the crime syndicate of Bishnoi gang and the three US indictments expose the web of organised crime, illegal immigration, extortion, assassination. #CutTheClutter with Shekhar Gupta looks at what the 3 indictments say, and explains the key characters as well as the charges against them. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Watch Ananya Bhardwaj Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmITA5HiV2I https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8RbyGynXqY To Read: https://theprint.in/india/us-indictment-says-bishnoi-ran-global-crime-syndicate-from-indian-jail-ordered-nijjar-killing/2980868/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To read indictments: https://www.courthousenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/united-states-vs-bishnoi-indictment.pdf ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  @ASUSIndia.official  Checkout the ASUS Expertbook series: https://www.flipkart.com/asus-expertbook-core-ultra-store

The Republic brings in some reinforcement in the form of the Gungans as the war between the Mon Calamari and the Quarren continues in The Clone Wars.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust, we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode of The Clone Wars, The decision by the Jedi Council to approach the Gungans for help, The Gungan attack on the Separatists, The presence of Riff Tamson the Karkarodon, How Prince Lee-Char is growing into his role of Prince while dealing with inexperience and self-doubt, The whirlpool attack and Anakin's solution, and Where this episode leaves the war. For more discussion of The Clone Wars, check out episode 1051.   Thanks for joining us for another episode and our brand of Star Wars discussion! Subscribe to Podcast Stardust for all your Star Wars news, reviews, and discussion wherever you get your podcasts. And please leave us a five star review on Apple Podcasts.   Find Jay and her cosplay adventures on J.Snips Cosplay on Instagram.   Follow us on social media: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | YouTube. T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, masks, and posters are available on TeePublic. Find all episodes on RetroZap.com.

The Clone Wars weren't just fought on the battlefield—they were paid for in credits, ethics, and lives. Mark and Garrett explore the real cost of the Republic's clone army and the Separatists' endless droid legions. Which side had it worse?

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.0:19 - The difference between an Alberta separatist and a soft separatist, by Falice Chin8:36 - Fact-checking PM Carney's claim that government buying 2,200 condo units will help affordable housing crisis, by Graeme GordonThis program is narrated by automated voices. To get full-length editions of popular Hub podcasts and other great perks, subscribe to the Hub for only $2 a week: https://thehub.ca/join/hero/Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get all our best content:https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple)https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify)xWatch The Hub on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHubCanadaThe Hub on X: https://x.com/thehubcanada?lang=enCREDITS:Alisha Rao – Producer & Editor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Quebec marks the Fete Nationale, we look at the new and very online generation of Quebecois independence activists. We speak to a 25-year-old Alex Valiquette about the explosion of pro-independence music and memes — and how the movement is reaching out to allophones and newcomers. Then, poll analyst Philippe Fournier gives a reality check about movement's strength among young people and the Quebec public at large — and how the Parti Quebecois promise to hold a referendum within four years could play into the upcoming fall election.

Are the Empire's Rebels just yesterday's Separatists in new clothes? The Confederacy of Independent Systems wasn't driven by ideology so much as by corporate interests, trade unions, and Outer Rim frustrations with a bloated Republic. But what really pushed entire systems to break away? Why fight so fiercely for independence while simultaneously aligning with a new power rising in the shadows? And what was the Separatists' true endgame?In this episode, Mark, Brian, and Garrett dig into the political, philosophical, and moral tensions behind the Separatist movement—its motivations, its contradictions, and its lasting impact on the galaxy.

A common refrain among those who support Albertan separatism is that they would like a deal similar to what Quebec earned through its decades-long fight for greater autonomy.So as Alberta heads towards its own referendum on a separation, we wanted to try and answer the question: What did Quebec actually get?Chantal Hébert is a longtime political reporter, commentator and panellist on CBC's At Issue. She also wrote the book, “The Morning After: The 1995 Quebec Referendum and the Day that Almost Was”. She's our guide.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

As Alberta hurtles towards a referendum on whether or not to hold a separation referendum, we wanted to take a look at how the campaigns on both sides are shaping up.Who are the players? Are they cohesive? Organized? Charismatic?Jason Markusoff, who covers Alberta politics for CBC, is here to walk us through it.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

Plus: Pierre Poilievre is expected to call for a shift in federal policies with rising separatist movements in Alberta, Iran's military says it's stopping offensive operations after exchanging fire with Israel, and looking ahead to the World Cup - security and the top-ranked stadiums. 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

Plus: can Albertans actually be dual citizens if the province separates from Canada, Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has requested a face-to-face with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, the Ontario government is going after illegal ticket resellers again, and could B.C. see its first Conservative premier in a century? 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

A new group of conservative politicians and academics is pushing back against the separatist movement in Alberta. They call themselves Lead Not Leave and describe themselves as "frustrated federalists.” We're joined by two of the group's founders, former Alberta finance minister Travis Toews and Jared Wesley of the University of Alberta to discuss the source of Alberta's grievances, and how they plan to counter the separatist movement.

Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones continues his historical review of the relationship between church and state. Building on his previous sermon, he presses the listener to consider church history in this sermon on Romans 13:1–7 titled “Church and the State (3).” It is important, he argues, because there is no neutral ground. It is all relevant to the life of Christ's followers and how they live out those lives. Claiming disinterest and avoidance is a great sin. As Dr. Lloyd-Jones expounds on the lives of the Puritans and Separatists (both groups had deep-rooted interest in this topic), he reminds that these two were completely different in their approach towards church and state. Though the Puritans went to America to find relief from religious tyranny, they themselves became the religious and ecclesial tyrants who were intolerant. At the same time the Separatists argued for complete freedom between church and state, wanting the religious freedom to worship as they chose. As these groups are considered, Dr. Lloyd-Jones cautions refraining from severe judgment because they were outworking new ideas and beliefs in a difficult political atmosphere. Listen to his compelling review on church history and be encouraged to think anew on one's own responsibilities regarding religious freedom.

Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones continues his historical review of the relationship between church and state. Building on his previous sermon, he presses the listener to consider church history in this sermon on Romans 13:1–7 titled “Church and the State (3).” It is important, he argues, because there is no neutral ground. It is all relevant to the life of Christ's followers and how they live out those lives. Claiming disinterest and avoidance is a great sin. As Dr. Lloyd-Jones expounds on the lives of the Puritans and Separatists (both groups had deep-rooted interest in this topic), he reminds that these two were completely different in their approach towards church and state. Though the Puritans went to America to find relief from religious tyranny, they themselves became the religious and ecclesial tyrants who were intolerant. At the same time the Separatists argued for complete freedom between church and state, wanting the religious freedom to worship as they chose. As these groups are considered, Dr. Lloyd-Jones cautions refraining from severe judgment because they were outworking new ideas and beliefs in a difficult political atmosphere. Listen to his compelling review on church history and be encouraged to think anew on one's own responsibilities regarding religious freedom. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/603/29?v=20251111

SummaryThis episode covers a politically driven arc of Star Wars the Clone Wars where the sides of good and evil are blurred more than ever before. Season 3 episodes 10 and 11 and Season 2 episode 15 delve into the political differences between the Republic and Separatists, showing that not all is as it seems. Major focus is given to Ahsoka and her reaction to meeting those she thought to be her enemies. Only this time, it is a battle of ideology, not blasters and sabers.The arc goes in a wild direction when murder meets a close friend of Senator Amidala. While the local police chase their tales, we get into the strangeness of senators investigating crime.KeywordsStar Wars, Senate, Crime, Republic, Separatists, Padme Amidala, Bail Organa, Onaconda Farr, Clone Wars, Mina Bonteri, Peace, Jedi, Sith,TIMESTAMPS00:00:07 - Evan's birthday surprise begins00:00:28 - Jacob reveals the Jar Jar Binks face-tracking filter00:01:56 - Jacob explains spending six hours building the Jar Jar setup00:06:24 - Technical breakdown of creating the Jar Jar avatar00:09:27 - Full recap of the Clone Wars Senate arc00:16:01 - Evan explains why he normally dislikes Senate episodes00:17:18 - Discussion about humanizing the Separatists00:19:18 - Ahsoka's perspective on the “enemy” begins changing00:21:17 - Discussion about Jedi exposure to Separatists before the war00:26:03 - Why this arc is crucial for Ahsoka's character development00:28:02 - Discussion about civilian casualties and Republic responsibility00:36:01 - Why both sides believe they are morally right00:39:19 - Palpatine manipulating both sides of the war00:41:17 - Were Padmé's peace efforts doomed from the start?00:45:22 - Debate over creating more clones00:48:20 - War profiteering and the Banking Clan discussion00:54:54 - Comparing Lolo's actions to Anakin's moral decline00:59:16 - Does Padmé's moral victory actually matter?01:04:14 - Final thoughts on why the Senate episodes still matter01:05:24 - Tease for Evan's next “gift”

Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones continues his historical review of the relationship between church and state. Building on his previous sermon, he presses the listener to consider church history in this sermon on Romans 13:1–7 titled “Church and the State (3).” It is important, he argues, because there is no neutral ground. It is all relevant to the life of Christ's followers and how they live out those lives. Claiming disinterest and avoidance is a great sin. As Dr. Lloyd-Jones expounds on the lives of the Puritans and Separatists (both groups had deep-rooted interest in this topic), he reminds that these two were completely different in their approach towards church and state. Though the Puritans went to America to find relief from religious tyranny, they themselves became the religious and ecclesial tyrants who were intolerant. At the same time the Separatists argued for complete freedom between church and state, wanting the religious freedom to worship as they chose. As these groups are considered, Dr. Lloyd-Jones cautions refraining from severe judgment because they were outworking new ideas and beliefs in a difficult political atmosphere. Listen to his compelling review on church history and be encouraged to think anew on one's own responsibilities regarding religious freedom. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/603/29?v=20251111

An Alberta court sides with First Nations and quashes a pro-separation petition -- which means the idea for a province-wide referendum on leaving Canada could be dead on arrival. The Nova Scotia government hits back at the union representing long-term care home workers -- suggesting their striking members might accept the offer on the table, if only they were given a chance to vote on it. There's now a better chance an uncontacted tribe in Brazil will remain that way -- after a move to preserve and protect a million acres of Amazonian land. A new video game puts players in the shoes of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment during the First World War. The creative director tells us the true stories are as exciting as the gameplay. After carefully observing how crickets respond to mild injury, researchers discover that they're just like you and me -- except for the multiple legs. An Omaha tavern is forced to change its name from "The Barber Shop", when it is met with the righteous wrath of the Nebraska Board of Barber Examiners.As It Happens, the Thursday Edition. Radio that shouldn't be surprised a bunch of barbers got snippy.

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Conrad Black argues that Canada must lower corporate taxes to remain competitive with the U.S. and attract capital. He notes a growing separatist movement in Alberta, driven by economic frustrations and opposition to federal ecological policies, while criticizing Prime Minister Carney's lack of clear policy initiatives. (16/16)1942-45 AGITPROP

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On the week where Alberta separatists should have been celebrating a major milestone on their quest to split the country apart, they are instead facing a police investigation and the anger of people across the political spectrum.Separatist group the Centurion Project released the names, addresses and phone numbers of all eligible voters in the province during a political recruitment gambit that could undermine their whole mission. We're joined by Jason Markusoff who covers Alberta politics for the CBC. He's going to talk us through what this all means for the future of Alberta's independence movement.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

Who is behind all these fake Alberta separatists on YouTube? They can't even pronounce “Regina” correctly. The Tragically Hip is now a musical and there's a real connection to Because News. With soaring fuel prices more fees are being added to our flights. Thanks, America. Try a new nightly ritual that will make you feel alive: mortality check-ins. Or try a new nightly ritual that will make you fall asleep: bedtime stacking. Gavin Crawford hosts the news quiz with comedians Jan Caruana, Kris Siddiqi, and Alice Moran.

Preview for Later Today: Anatol Lieven examines reports of the U.S. arming separatists and argues that Israel's ultimate goal is destroying Iran as a state to prevent future threats. (2)1945

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