SCANDAL PANEL: Wild Fire Idiots, Trump Putin Summit, Battle Bonnie vs Pierre, Ford's BS 🇨🇦
Get ready to dive into a heated discussion as the Boys of Summer return to tackle the pressing issues in Canadian politics! This week, The Scandal Panellists—Keith Leslie, Mark Cripps, and host Laura Babcock—are furious at the reckless behaviour of individuals exploiting the wildfire crisis for self-promotion and the dangerous implications of MAGA culture wars.With the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska and Ukraine and Canada's sovereignty hanging in the balance, we can't afford to sit idly by. Governor Newsom is fighting tirelessly for U.S. democracy, and the stakes couldn't be higher. The fierce battle in Battle River Crowfoot, where Bonnie Critchley faces off against Pierre Poilievre, is just one more reason to engage and advocate for our shared Canadian values.Let’s not forget Ontario Premier Doug Ford, who is talking tough against his hero, Trump, while handing a hospital contract to an American company! It's time for us all to wake up, smarten up, and come together to protect the fabric of our democracy from threats foreign and domestic.We need your voice—comment, share, and subscribe to help us build a powerful pro-democracy community! Let’s unite, stand strong, and ensure our collective voice is heard! Elbows up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How has Carney done in 100 Days? Is Ford's Tunnel Fantasy or Grift? Is US Democracy over?
As Prime Minister Mark Carney reaches the pivotal milestone of 100 days in office, we find ourselves at a crucial crossroads. With President Trump spiralling further into authoritarianism and alarming rhetoric echoing from Fox News about a hostile takeover of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, it's clear that the stakes have never been higher. Premier Ford is leveraging this chaos to justify ignoring pressing environmental concerns, pushing forward with a $100 billion tunnel project under Highway 401 that nobody asked for.Amid this tumultuous landscape, advance voting has begun in the Battleriver-Crowfoot race—a critical showdown between Bonnie Critchley and Pierre Poilievre that could shape our future. Host Laura Babcock is joined by David Moscrop of the Globe and Mail and the Walrus to unpack the real threats to American democracy, the ripple effects on Canada's economy and sovereignty, and explore how we can not only survive but emerge as a stronger nation during these uncertain times.Now more than ever, we need to rally together to protect our democratic values and safeguard our country’s future. Join us in this vital conversation—like, comment, and subscribe. Let's build a robust pro-democracy community that stands firm against threats to our freedoms and works tirelessly to ensure a brighter tomorrow for all Canadians!🇨🇦 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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SCANDAL PANEL: Can Carney Fight New Tariffs? Did Bonnie Expose Pierre? Is MAGA Panicking? 🇨🇦
In light of the steep new Trump Tariffs imposed on Canada, all eyes are on Prime Minister Mark Carney to determine how he will navigate this critical juncture for our economy and the MAGA threat to our sovereignty.In Battleriver-Crowfoot, Alberta, combat veteran Bonnie Critchley is facing off against Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre in what could be a decisive battle for his political future.At the same time, Premier Ford is capitalizing on the chaos of the Trade War, pushing to exploit protected parkland at the beloved Wasaga Beach. This is a time when our values and priorities are being tested like never before!Join Keith Leslie and Mark Cripps as they sit down with host Laura Babcock for an unfiltered discussion about the pressing issues facing our politics today. We need to come together as a community to take a stand and ensure our nation remains true, north, strong, and FREE! This is your chance to be part of a pro-democracy movement that champions fairness, integrity, and the rights of all Canadians. Subscribe, share, and comment—let’s join forces to build a brighter future for our country! 🇨🇦 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Has Pierre's Time Passed? Will Bonnie Win By-Election? Is Canada a Sexy Trade Partner? 🇨🇦
As the August US-Canada trade deadline looms, it's clear that the stakes have never been higher. While Carney is proactively securing new international trade deals and effectively engaging with Premiers, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre finds himself embroiled in the Battle River-Crowfoot by-election, desperately clinging to his MAGA base by doubling down on his support for the trucker Convoy. All the while, Trump's MAGA base is turning on him over the growing Epstein scandal and cover-up.Join Douglas Connors from the True North Eager Beaver Podcast and host Laura Babcock as they hold Poilievre and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith accountable for their flirtation with Trump and MAGA ideologies and demand answers. They also have some laughs about Canada’s newfound sexy role on the world stage.Now is the time for our voices to be heard. We encourage you to share your thoughts and insights, and don’t forget to subscribe and spread the word to your friends and family. Let’s build a vibrant pro-democracy community where everyone can contribute to shaping our nation’s future. Together, we can make a difference! 🇨🇦 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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