Jasper Wildfire: What Made It Worse? | Jeremy Prest | David Craig | Citizen | 022
Was the wildfire in Jasper, AB preventable? In this episode, Jeremy and David dig deeper into the lack of planning, communication, and infrastructure that exacerbated this disaster. They discuss how the underwhelming government response led to increased damage to the area's wildlife, tourism, and communities... and how to better handle these disasters in the future.
Episodes
The Racism of DEI | Part 2 | Citizen | 004
May 31, 2024
In part 2 of Jeremy and David's interview with Professor David M. Haskell, they take a deeper dive into the "equity and inclusion" aspect of DEI. Does equity actually promote tribalism? Are we fighting for inclusion by excluding certain people? And why is crab bucket mentality so pervasive in today's culture? Get to the heart of the matter in today's discussion.
The Racism of DEI | Part 1 | Citizen | 003
May 23, 2024
Are we successfully eliminating racism—or creating even more societal challenges? In this insightful interview, Jeremy and David explore the impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives with Professor David M. Haskell from Wilfrid Laurier University. Join them for a balanced perspective on this important and often polarizing topic.
Hate is in the Eye of the Beholder | Citizen | Ep 002
May 15, 2024
Without freedom of speech, are you really free? In today's conversation, David and Jeremy unpack Bill C-63, being presented as the Online Harms Act. Will it accomplish what it promises? Does it protect—or does it erode our foundational freedoms as Canadians?
The Show Goes On
May 8, 2024
What does it mean to be a true citizen? In today's conversation, David and Jeremy introduce the journey behind Citizen, take a 30,000-foot view of Canada, and look at the biggest issues everyday Canadians are facing. It's not too late to change the course of this nation. But it will take active, informed, courageous citizens to steer the ship.