
Snap Election, Scrapping the Carbon Tax, and Choosing Your Loyalties
Today we're breaking down the possibility of a snap election in Canada—what's behind the timing and who's really pulling the strings? With the Liberals leading in the polls and the Conservatives suddenly quiet, what's the strategy at play? Plus, we tackle Mark Carney's bold move to scrap the Consumer Carbon Tax (and whether he has authority to do so), Danielle Smith taking a stand for Alberta's resource production, and finally, the big question: where does your loyalty lie—with your family or your country?
Jim Murphy, advocate for drug recovery and abuse prevention, exposes the brutal reality of the fentanyl crisis in Canada and the U.S.—300 Americans are dying every day from overdoses, and governments are moving way too slow. What is causing people to turn to drugs? Should drug addicts before forced to get treatment? Murphy says Donald Trump is the only leader taking real action and explains how his tariffs are meant to help fight this deadly epidemic. Find out why he believes Canada needs to wake up before it’s too late.
In this episode, we break down Mark Carney's rise to Liberal leadership and what it means for Canada's future—especially as he positions himself to become Prime Minister without Canadians having a direct say in the process. They discuss how our voting system allows this to happen and the growing frustration among voters. With Pierre Poilievre being painted as Canada’s version of Donald Trump, is this just political maneuvering, or is there truth behind the comparison? And with the NDP’s history of propping up the Liberals, will Jagmeet Singh once again back their leadership, or could we see a shift?
Thomas Sowell’s bold ideas on economics, politics, and race have sparked debates for decades. But how do his powerful lessons apply to Canada today? From criticizing government overreach to debunking the dangers of affirmative action, Leighton's commentary explains why Sowell’s warnings are more relevant than ever! Is Canada ready for a new conservative era?
Canadians are outraged—wasn’t Trump supposed to be our friend? Political scientist Barry Cooper says Canada has failed as a U.S. ally and ignored the very issues Trump is calling out. Could we have prevented this trade war? This conversation might change everything you thought about Trump’s tariffs. Please forgive David's mic quality. It has since been fixed.
Filmmaker Chris Burgard was at the Capitol on January 6, 2021—and his films The War on Truth and Capitol Punishment put him on the FBI’s radar. Why? He exposes what really happened that day, the media’s biggest lies, and whether this is a war on Christians or truth itself. What was the Democrats' endgame? Plus, find out how Canada’s Freedom Convoy shook Americans.
Tensions rise as Trump slaps 25% tariffs on Canadian imports, prompting Trudeau to retaliate and accuse him of launching a “dumb” trade war. Meanwhile, Trump’s remarks about annexing Canada as the 51st U.S. state spark debate, with polls showing surprising openness among younger Canadians—how real is this possibility.
Kirk Lubimov returns to the show to discuss what economic independence would look like for Canada. What if we made the most of our own resources and relied less on other countries? We also discuss the effects of tariffs, the future of AI and quantum computing, and whether the Conservative Party is really conservative anymore.
Trump’s tariff threats aren’t just about borders and drugs—there’s a much bigger issue at play. Former RCMP Intelligence Analyst Scott McGregor reveals what Trump really wants Canada to address and why Canada is now seen as a national security threat to the U.S. Has Canada become a safe haven for criminals? Are Canadians ignoring the real danger? It’s time to wake up. Don’t miss this explosive conversation!
Donald Trump promises to release the JFK files—but will they reveal the truth? Author and entrepreneur Ken McCarthy has spent years researching the assassination and says we already know who did it. He breaks down the cover-up that’s lasted 60 years and what the classified files might finally expose.
As the West moves further from its Christian foundations, can faith still offer a path to renewal? In this episode, we dive into the struggles facing Western civilization and explore the powerful role Christianity could play in its revival. Is there hope for a brighter future, or is it too late?
Our conversation today starts with the U.S.'s new Department of Government Efficiency. Is it a model Canada should follow, or just more bureaucratic window dressing? Then we turn to Mark Carney's growing influence in the Liberal Party and what his potential leadership could mean. We also examine the Liberals' internal election disqualifications, raising questions about political control and transparency. Finally, we break down the tariffs set to hit Canada in the coming months, their economic impact, and what's at stake for Canadians. Recorded in a special studio deep in the heart of Texas, this episode brings insight you won't want to miss!
Canada is undefended. Retired Lt. Gen. Michel Maisonneuve says Canada's military is ineffective and we are unprepared for war. He says Canada needs to stop apologizing for the past, reject DEI, and reclaim Canada’s true values. Have Canadians become too complacent? He shares why Canada can still be great—and how we get there.
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