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Residential Schools and “Genocide” in Canada, It's Not What You Think

What really happened in Canada’s colonial past and why does the truth still matter today? David Leis sits down with Lord Nigel Biggar, author of Colonialism: A Moral Reckoning, to unpack the complex history between colonial powers and Indigenous peoples. From early cooperation to painful conflicts and the controversial legacy of residential schools, Biggar challenges the oversimplified narratives shaping public debate. He also confronts the moral record of the British Empire and its role in both oppression and the abolition of slavery—arguing that only by facing history in full, not just the parts that fit an agenda, can we pursue real justice and reconciliation.

American worship leader Sean Feucht's 2025 Canadian tour has met with cancellations, backlash, and skewed media coverage. What's behind the controversy? Sean joins us today to share the inside story and call Canadians to defend their freedoms and turn opposition into opportunity.

Millions, including Canadians, are living in the dark. Help Is on the Way is a gripping new documentary exposing energy poverty, when people can't afford to heat their homes or keep the lights on. David Leis sits down with filmmaker Mathew Embry who reveals the real causes, the human cost, and how Canada could help—if bad policy wasn’t getting in the way.

In this episode, we sit down with John Carpay, president of the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms (JCCF), to discuss the state of civil liberties in Canada. We explore the JCCF’s work defending freedoms of conscience, religion, expression, and assembly through high-profile cases like campus free speech battles, foster parents’ rights, and the Trinity Western University law school fight. What’s the answer to government overreach? How can citizens get involved and take active roles in reversing cultural decline?

Churches fined, event permits revoked—U.S. worship leader Sean Feucht's Canadian tour stops have been embroiled in controversy. Is this religious discrimination or public safety enforcement? In this episode, we also discuss Canada's strained healthcare system, immigration surges, and collapsing infrastructure. From the culture identity debate to Alberta separatist talk, we explore whether Canada is losing its grip—and what citizens can do about it.

Is Canada’s food system broken? David Leis sits down with the host of The Food Professor Podcast, Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, to get the truth about rising grocery bills, supply management, and what’s really driving food prices. From dairy quotas to global trade tensions, they explore the hidden forces shaping what ends up on your plate and what needs to change. Can Canada stay competitive in the global food market? Are government policies helping or hurting our farmers and families?

David Leis sits down with John Carpay from the Justice Centre, to expose how law societies are pushing ideology, judges are rewriting laws, and Bill C‑2 could let the government invade your privacy. They also talk about the latest ArriveCan scandal, plus, hidden reports, gender policies, and how biased AI could shape legal outcomes. If you think Canada still has a fair justice system, this episode might change your mind.

Let's explore the big questions about culture, values, and the future of our society. We dive into timely topics like tradition vs. progress, free speech, cultural assimilation, and the impact of language on public discourse. With honest conversation, historical context, and a passion for preserving what works while improving what doesn’t, We challenge listeners to think critically about where we’re headed — and what’s worth defending along the way.

The government is quietly pushing laws that could let them spy on your mail, ban content online, and criminalize big cash purchases. Bill C-2 (The Strong Border Act) could give Canada Post the power to open your mail and much more. The Online Harms Act is back—and more dangerous than ever. David Leis talks with Joshua Dehaas of the Canadian Constitution Foundation to break it all down—and explain why you need to act now. This episode is your wake-up call.

In this follow-up episode, Professor Bruce Pardy returns to continue the conversation on Alberta's potential separation from Canada. Together we take a deeper look at the legal, political, and cultural questions surrounding independence. What's changed since our last discussion? Why does Alberta's vision for freedom matter? And could Alberta lead a broader transformation in Canada? We're challenging assumptions and exploring whether Alberta could chart a new path—not just for itself, but for the entire country.

Why is one of the richest, most resource-blessed countries in the world struggling to provide a decent living for its people? In this episode, we dive deep into Canada's rising cost of living and explore how bad governance and mismanagement are pushing families to the brink. We also shine a spotlight on Alberta's growing frustration with Ottawa and the need for common-sense, fact-based policies that actually improve lives—for families, workers, and future generations.

Canada’s political machine is grinding—but is it doing anything useful? In this eye-opening conversation, David Leis sits down with former MP Dan McTeague to talk about Parliament’s dysfunction, runaway spending, and the shocking lack of transparency in Ottawa. They also break down Canada’s energy crisis, the failures of federal-provincial collaboration, and why the private sector—not politicians—might be the key to rebuilding national unity. If you’re wondering where Canada’s leadership has gone, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss.

Should Alberta push for more autonomy within Canada... or pursue full independence? Bruce Pardy, professor of law and Executive Director of Rights Probe, returns to the show to dive into this question with us. Together we discuss the Alberta referendum, the need for deep internal reform in this country, and whether our constitution is truly rooted in liberty—or only serves to centralize control.

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