Be Great with Bruce Colero

Justin Trudeau is gone. Has Canada changed direction under Mark Carney? On the Be Great Podcast, Bruce Colero sits down with Tajana Cekic to talk about Canadian politics, why she distrusts both the Liberals and the Conservatives, and whether Pierre Poilievre would take the country down a different path.For Tajana, the breaking point came before Carney. After 30 years in Canada, her family sold their farm, closed their business and moved to the United States. Bruce asks what convinced her to leave, why she gives Canada five to ten years on its current path, and what she thinks Canadians should be asking of the people they elect.They also get into Alberta separation, free speech, medical assistance in dying (MAID), and feminism. Stay for the final exchange: Tajana draws on her years working on oil rigs to explain where her own views on feminism come from.Sponsor: Maimone LegalThis episode is sponsored by Maimone Legal, a Florida law firm that works with Canadian business owners exploring their options for expanding into the United States. Learn more or book a free 20-minute introductory call: https://movetotheusa.ca/BruceFollow @begreat.podcast for clips. Watch the full Be Great Podcast on YouTube or listen on Spotify.TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro01:16 Bruce Colero welcomes Tajana Cekic in Florida01:36 Leaving Canada: Why her family sold the farm and closed the business03:59 What Tajana remembers about wildfire season in rural Canada05:30 Sponsor: Maimone Legal Sponsor06:39 Bruce questions Tajana’s theory about Canadian wildfires09:28 Green policies when the nearest town is 90 minutes away12:56 Canadian identity: What does it mean to be Canadian?17:38 COVID restrictions in Canada and Florida21:51 How Tajana’s social media reach changed after moving to the U.S.23:52 From Justin Trudeau to Mark Carney: The “economic grim reaper” remark25:44 What does Tajana think Mark Carney is trying to do?28:54 Tajana’s criticism of Chrystia Freeland30:33 Greta Thunberg and recognition for climate activism31:47 Could Alberta actually separate from Canada?33:03 Canada in five to ten years: Tajana explains her prediction33:52 The moment in 2020 when leaving Canada became a plan36:29 Vaccine mandates and pressure in the workplace39:59 Gender identity, pronouns and free speech in Canada41:31 Bill C-9 and the backlash Tajana faced for leaving43:19 Medical assistance in dying (MAID): Choice and safeguards47:01 Why Tajana ruled out moving to Europe48:00 The Russia–Ukraine war: Who does Tajana think benefits?50:48 Rapid-fire: What’s the biggest lie Canadians have been told?53:12 Who does Tajana think influences Mark Carney?53:40 Why Tajana distrusts both Liberals and Conservatives54:48 Danielle Smith, Pierre Poilievre and the limits of political power55:09 Are Canadians becoming more divided?56:33 Aliens: The theory Tajana changed her mind about58:39 What did the pandemic reveal about obedience and choice?1:01:34 Why Bruce and Tajana distrust mainstream journalism1:03:10 Are political influencers paid to push stories?1:06:02 What half a million followers taught Tajana about criticism1:08:52 Wanting privacy and getting recognized in public1:11:20 Would Canada change under Pierre Poilievre?1:12:54 Where does free choice end and coercion begin?1:15:50 Which conspiracy theories does Tajana believe were vindicated?1:17:01 Organized religion, personal faith and questioning authority1:23:33 How different religions portray women1:25:00 Bruce asks Tajana: “What is your take on feminism?”1:27:49 A flat tire on the oil rig and a story about “blue-collar love”1:28:26 Bruce invites Tajana back to talk about the United States

Becky Weiss joins Bruce Colero on Be Great Podcast for a candid conversation about gender identity, modern feminism, free speech and personal responsibility. When did the way someone dresses become a political statement—and why has disagreement become so difficult?
I sat down with Becky to talk about the convictions behind her outspoken commentary and the experiences that shaped them. She shares how she went from fitness and motherhood content to political commentary, why she challenges identity labels, and what she believes has changed in LGBTQ activism.
We also get into motherhood, masculinity, body positivity, police training and the difference between supporting equal opportunity and demanding agreement. Becky opens up about being a single mother on welfare, building a better life for her son, and the discipline it takes to keep going when things get difficult.
There is plenty of agreement, some pushback, and a direct debate about healthcare and Canada’s MAID program. These are Bruce and Becky’s perspectives on difficult issues—listen to the full conversation and decide where you stand.
What do you agree with, and where would you push back? Let me know in the comments.
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro highlights
01:05 Meet Becky Weiss: how she started speaking out
05:47 Sponsor: Legacy Trust Group by Maimone Legal
06:46 Cancel culture and finding her voice
07:30 Building confidence, discipline and a platform
15:52 Extreme ownership and overcoming setbacks
20:05 MMA, jiu-jitsu and raising resilient kids
23:25 Crime, punishment and the death penalty debate
28:33 High-profile cases, evidence and media narratives
34:33 Feminism, equal opportunity and merit
36:50 Women in policing and physical standards
39:24 Police training, funding and public safety
43:42 Canada’s MAID program: a debate
49:35 Canadian vs. American healthcare
52:59 Gun ownership and school security
55:21 Mental health, therapy and pharmaceutical incentives
59:06 Masculinity, motherhood and family roles
1:03:10 Housing costs and Becky’s journey from welfare
1:06:40 Free speech, disagreement and LGBTQ activism
1:08:30 Womanhood, modern feminism and Sydney Sweeney
1:12:37 Gender identity, personal style and labels
1:14:46 Parenting and the debate over gender identity
1:16:03 Can we question beliefs without hostility?
1:17:02 Body positivity, Ozempic and personal health
1:24:18 Political extremes and the cost of staying silent
1:27:48 Becky on backlash and standing by her convictions
1:30:10 Favourite food, movies and the final disagreement
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Josh Seiter returns to the Be Great Podcast with Bruce Colero for an unfiltered discussion about gender politics, the transgender debate, Big Pharma, free speech and the modern left.What is driving today’s culture wars: belief, attention, money or political power? Bruce and Josh discuss pharmaceutical incentives, parents and schools, feminism, masculinity, religion and the role of media in shaping public opinion.Josh explains the thinking behind his online personas and confrontational videos. The conversation also turns to homeschooling, corporate influence in government, Israel and antisemitism, and why Josh believes both political parties deserve scrutiny.Watch the full conversation, decide where you agree or disagree, and tell us which argument you would challenge.SPONSOR — LEGACY TRUST GROUP BY MAIMONE LEGALThis episode is sponsored by Legacy Trust Group by Maimone Legal. Learn about wills, trusts, powers of attorney and business succession planning for families and business owners.Ask about the free, no-obligation 20-minute introductory call mentioned in this episode:https://legacytrustgroup.com/BruceCHAPTERS00:00 Intro: highlights from the conversation00:52 Josh Seiter returns: the person behind the personas05:42 Sponsor: Legacy Trust Group by Maimone Legal06:41 Media bias, outrage and the business of clicks11:01 ICE protests and political messaging13:15 Gender politics and public trust17:28 How Josh approaches satire and identity debates21:03 Why political beliefs are hard to change25:26 Josh’s argument about pharmaceutical profits27:36 Parents, schools and gender identity29:26 Public schools versus homeschooling34:31 Psychology, self-awareness and personal agency36:31 Capitalism, monopolies and corporate influence38:29 Debating political double standards41:18 Morality, religion and political power44:58 Identity and objective truth: the boxing analogy47:02 Discussing sex, gender and intersex distinctions50:16 Rapid-fire questions: offence and free speech52:12 Acceptance, political incentives and Big Pharma53:30 Children, identity and adult influence56:31 Feminism, motherhood and choices for women58:06 Christianity and corporate messaging1:00:35 Masculinity and changing expectations of men1:03:56 Misinformation and individual responsibility1:05:08 Identity, belonging and youth subcultures1:08:07 Do influencers believe what they say?1:10:30 Why Bruce started the Be Great Podcast1:11:59 Race, culture and the quality of public debate1:16:08 Political capture and the revolving door of power1:22:44 Israel, AIPAC, Jewish identity and antisemitism1:26:45 Josh’s midterm outlook and cost-of-living concerns1:27:37 What people misunderstand about JoshSubscribe to Be Great Podcast for more conversations with Bruce Colero on culture, health, performance and personal growth. Listen to Be Great Podcast on Spotify.#BeGreatPodcast #JoshSeiter #BruceColero #FreeSpeech #GenderPolitics

Paranormal investigator Raif Boric brings a sealed Dybbuk box into the BE GREAT Podcast studio, and refuses to open it. What does he believe is inside, and why won’t he take the chance?Bruce Colero sits down with Raif from Walking Among Us to explore his unsettling encounters, haunted objects, Ouija boards, and the experiences that drew him into paranormal investigation.Raif shares accounts of an attachment he says lasted a year, investigations at Bellaire House, Doss House, and Monroe House, and an encounter with a voice that appeared to mimic someone else. Bruce asks the questions skeptics and believers want answered: Can you trust what responds? What counts as evidence? And where do we draw the line between a paranormal experience and a mental health crisis?From haunted locations in Ontario to questions about demons, religion, and life after death, this conversation explores what Raif believes he has encountered and what remains unexplained.Would you open the box? Tell us in the comments.Subscribe to BE GREAT Podcast for more conversations with Bruce Colero. Watch on YouTube and listen on Spotify.TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro: The box he refuses to open00:50 Meet Raif Boric and Walking Among Us02:44 The bedroom encounter that started it all05:26 How Walking Among Us began06:24 Why the occult fascinates us08:30 The attachment Raif says lasted a year11:18 Ouija boards and the rules he follows13:50 Can you trust what answers back?15:24 Demons, religion, and good versus evil19:17 Bellaire House, Doss House, and Monroe House24:45 Ouija boards versus séances26:16 Witchcraft, black magic, and intent29:20 Scratches and the Doss House basement31:36 The hotel encounter that made him run35:19 Haunted Ontario and Bruce’s Toronto story37:18 St. Thomas and the bear in a sealed box40:00 The mirror he says has nine attachments44:20 Meeting Marie, David, and Daisy48:18 Spirit boxes, pendulums, and dowsing rods49:32 Would you want to know when you die?51:34 Grim and the hellhound story53:40 The Dybbuk box he refuses to open1:00:15 Ghosts, demons, and the voice mimic1:03:37 Possession or a mental health crisis?1:05:02 Life after death and other dimensions1:06:40 Witchcraft, free will, and consequences1:08:55 Religion, fear, and control1:09:52 Fake ghost hunting videos and evidence1:11:40 Would proof of demons imply God?1:13:14 Favourite horror movies and closing conversationMUSIC CREDIT“Bloody Keys” by Darren Curtishttps://www.darrencurtismusic.comEdited for length and mixed beneath dialogue.#Paranormal #RaifBoric #DybbukBox #GhostHunting #BeGreatPodcast

What does Hollywood get wrong about demons, haunted dolls and the paranormal? Paranormal investigator and medium Angel Morgan joins Bruce Colero on the BE GREAT Podcast to share her experiences with spirit communication, witchcraft, Ouija boards and unexplained encounters.Angel discusses why she walked away from studying the dark arts, introduces her haunted doll Maya, and recounts a disturbing encounter with a creature that offered her anything if she would bow. Bruce challenges her on how investigators separate paranormal claims from ordinary explanations, what horror movies romanticize, and how many hauntings she considers legitimate.The conversation also explores curses, voodoo, vampire communities, angels, reincarnation and what Angel believes happens after death.Are horror movies getting it wrong? Tell us what you believe in the comments.Subscribe to BE GREAT for candid conversations with Bruce Colero. Listen on YouTube and Spotify.Music: “The Dread” by Kevin MacLeodhttps://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100048Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Edited and shortened for this episode’s intro.Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:58 Astrology and Personality02:44 Why Are We Fascinated by the Occult?05:01 Curses, Hexes and Jinxes09:03 Light Magic, Dark Magic and Intent13:47 Satanism, Sacrifice and Religious Practices16:30 Working With Spirits and Setting Boundaries18:19 King Solomon and the 72 Demons22:00 Reincarnation and Spiritual Paths23:08 How Angel Began Animal Communication25:24 Destiny, Free Will and Personal Growth28:26 Witchcraft and Practical Magic33:07 Male Witches and Children Who Report Seeing Spirits35:00 Paranormal Claims and Mental Health39:52 Hauntings, Exorcisms and Poltergeists43:54 Spirit Communication and Skepticism45:22 Voodoo, Hoodoo and Santeria46:37 Ouija Boards and Angel’s Experiences51:46 What Hollywood Romanticizes About the Dark Arts54:05 New Orleans and Vampire Communities56:14 Why Angel Believes Angels Can Be Terrifying58:30 God, Religion and Different Forms of Worship1:00:17 Why Angel Walked Away From the Dark Arts1:05:00 Shadow Work, Black Magic and Intent1:08:13 What Does “Haunted” Mean?1:10:06 Meet Maya: Angel’s Haunted Doll1:13:44 Haunted Objects and a Scottish Artifact1:15:05 Past Lives and the Akashic Records1:20:12 Vampire Stories and Horror Films1:24:53 Which Horror Movies Get It Right?1:29:14 Rapid-Fire Questions1:30:32 Angel’s Darkest Reported Experiences1:35:04 The House Clearing That Frightened Angel1:37:17 Satanism and the Left-Hand Path1:39:57 Karma, Wicca and the Threefold Law1:41:55 Misconceptions About Vampire Communities1:43:49 Bruce Questions Spiritual Attachment Claims1:45:13 What Happens When We Die?