Last week, True North’s Rupa Subramanya testified before the U.S. Congress, cautioning lawmakers about the decline of free speech in Canada and urging them not to adopt the policies of the Trudeau government.
While free speech, even expressing the most deplorable views, is still valued in the U.S., the same cannot be said for other Western countries, particularly in Canada. Here, the government can freeze your bank account if you express certain political views, and news publications are banned on social platforms due to Bill C-18.
In this episode of The Rupa Subramanya Show, Rupa recounts her experience at the U.S. Congress and elaborates on how we are witnessing the erosion of free speech in Canada and beyond. Tune in now!”
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9:25
A former Gazan prisoner speaks out
Today on The Rupa Subramanya Show, Rupa speaks with Manar Al Sharif. From her roots in Syria to her fervent activism in Gaza, Manar’s journey embodies an unyielding commitment to shedding light on the challenges faced by Gazan women and children.
In April 2020, Al-Sharif was arrested for promoting a Zoom event called “Skype with your enemy” that featured Israeli speakers. The event planners were also arrested. As a consequence, Al-Sharif spent three months in a Hamas women’s prison.
Al-Sharif shares her story with Rupa and her thoughts on the current Israel-Hamas war.
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18:17
Former Muslim explains why she left Islam
Droves of Muslims are taking part in pro-Hamas protests in cities across Canada. While not all protesters endorse the atrocities of Hamas, a handful of activists have defended the terrorist organization’s actions and have even called for the destruction of Israel.
How did these abhorrent views get imported into Canada?
On this episode of The Rupa Subramanya Show, Rupa is joined by Yasmine Mohammed.
Yasmine is a dedicated human rights campaigner who stands as a fierce advocate for the rights of women within Muslim-majority countries and anyone oppressed under the grip of religious fundamentalism worldwide.
In her book, ‘Unveiled,’ Yasmine offers an intimate perspective—born in the Western world but raised within a fundamentalist Islamic home.
Rupa and Yasmine discuss her struggle for freedom, her views on Islam, and why she believes there are so many in the West supportive of Hamas’ terrorist activities.
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51:49
The stigma surrounding Christine Anderson
Christine Anderson, a member of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, found herself at the centre of a political firestorm after being labeled a “Nazi” by Liberal MPs and the legacy media due to her strong views on Islam and immigration reform.
But after inviting and applauding a literal Nazi in the House of Commons, should Liberals be so quick to throw around such an egregious title?
Conservative party leader Pierre Poilievre also condemned Anderson, claiming her views had no place in politics and insinuating regret over the MPs who met with her. Anderson staunchly rejects these characterizations.
On this episode of The Rupa Subramanya Show, Rupa meets with Anderson to discuss this and more.
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42:08
Should pro-Hamas protests be banned? (Ft. Josh Dehass)
Hamas, a designated terrorist organization, is responsible for a heinous attack which resulted in many Israeli hostages and hundreds of civilians murdered. They have also been accused of using Palestinian civilians as human shields.
Despite Hamas’ brutal crimes, western countries are witnessing massive pro-Hamas protests taking place in public places. As a result, governments have resorted to banning these protests. But do these protesters have a right to protest despite supporting a designated terrorist organization?
Rupa Subramanya says if these protests remain peaceful, they should not be banned by governments. Protesters have a right to free speech and a right to assembly. On this episode of The Rupa Subramanya Show, Rupa is joined by counsel at the Canadian Constitution Fund, Josh Dehass, to discuss this contentious issue.
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The Rupa Subramanya Show tackles the big issues and big ideas that affect Canadians from across the country. Hosted by veteran journalist Rupa Subramanya, this podcast features insightful analysis of the latest news in Canada and in-depth interviews with guests from around the world.
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