Thinking about Thinking | Commentary

Host Leighton Grey speaks with author Naomi Wolf about the surge of pro-Palestine protests at universities across Canada and the U.S. Wolf claims these demonstrations are driven by paid agitators aiming to create chaos, rather than addressing the illegal mistreatment in Palestine. Instead, she argues, protestors are supporting Hamas. Wolf also shares how witnessing such events has brought her closer to God.

Leighton Grey compares today's carbon taxes to medieval indulgences, showing how both serve as moral posturing. Do we need to rethink modern ideologies and embrace personal responsibility and traditional values again? We're in interesting times.

Peyman Askari, a professor and candidate for the PPC (People's Party of Canada), shares his experience with government and escaping Iran at the age of six. Peyman and Leighton Grey discuss the Online Harms Bill, the recent drama inside Parliament and the "Wacko" comment. They discuss his concern for Canadians leaving Canada, his stance on non-citizens being allowed to vote in elections and the problem with socialism.

Leighton Grey discusses the hidden risks in our food supply chain and how our reliance on processed foods and long-distance shipping could lead to major disruptions. Globalization and government control might be turning us into "indentured servants" of a system that's more fragile than we think.

Hear the account of former Ontario MPP Randy Hillier as he reflects on his time advocating for Canadians' freedom at the Ottawa Freedom Rally in 2022. What seemed like an innocent activity at a family-friendly event landed Mr. Hillier in hot water with law enforcement. Were the charges an example of lawfare, or were they necessary to fit the event within the framework of the federal government's narrative?

Leighton Grey, lawyer and author, navigates the maze of modern life, where the old comforts and certainties no longer hold true. Discover how the ancient Greeks faced similar challenges and how their search for new moral compasses can guide us through today's societal upheavals.