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The NBA crew is back to discuss the NBA Finals and the 2021-22 season. As Chris Paul and Devin Booker failed to lead their team back into the Finals, we discussed the Phoenix Suns' disappointing post-season run. We also talked about the Dallas Mavericks vs Golden State Warriors conference finals series. Finally, we touched on the drama surrounding Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets.  

In this episode, we talked to Farheen Alim, the NDP candidate for Etobicoke-Lakeshore and who is also a teacher. We discussed how COVID-19 impacted teachers and students alike. Farheen also talked about how her experience teaching in midst of the pandemic inspired her to run for public office. Finally, we touched on the issues of the campaign such as the affordability crisis, electoral reform, and diversity in politics. 

This interview is part of our docuseries "SICK AND TIRED" on the Ontario 2022 election. "SICK AND TIRED" is out now on YouTube. Make sure to check it out!

This episode is part of our Ontario election docuseries Sick and Tired. This is our full interview with Abhijeet Manay, the deputy leader of the Green Party and candidate for Beaches-East York. We discussed Abhijeet's background and what prompted him to join the Ontario Green Party. We also talked about the affordability and climate crises in Ontario and the role of government in response to these emergencies. Finally, we touched on the topic of diversity in politics and much more! 

The NBA crew is back! In this episode, the crew discussed the ups and downs of the Raptors' season. We discussed the whole controversy surrounding Ben Simmons and his new team the Brooklyn Nets. We also talked about James Harden's performance and the Sixers' disappointing post-season. Finally, the guys give their perspectives of various teams including the Lakers, the Heat, and the Suns.

In this episode, the NBA crew discusses all the drama surrounding this NBA season. We talk about the rift between the Philadelphia 76ers and their star guard Ben Simmons. We discuss whether the fault solely belongs to Ben Simmons or whether the organization and the coach also need to be blamed. The guys then discuss Kyrie Irving's refusal to get vaccinated and how his decision has affected his team and the league as a whole. Finally, the guys give their perspectives of various teams including the Nets, the Raptors, and the Lakers.

In this episode, we discussed all things U.S. politics. After a somewhat quiet few months into Joe Biden's presidency, the administration has been facing many challenges both foreign and domestic. We talk about the crisis in Afghanistan and the history of US intervention in the Middle East. We then shift our attention to the Democrats' effort of passing both a reconciliation package and an infrastructure bill that has pitted moderate against progressives. Finally, we touch on Canada's relationship with China following the release of the two Michaels.

In this final episode of our 2021 Canadian federal election series, We offer our opinions about the election night. We talked about how Election Canada handled a pandemic election and discussed why some media's decision desks projected the election results before some polling places were closed. We also discussed whether this election was necessary or a waste of public funds. Furthermore, we discuss how each party and party leader performed. Finally, we talked about the COVID-19 situation in Alberta and much more!

In today’s episode, we give you a glimpse into what Election Day could look like as Canada receives more than 1.3 million requests for mail-in ballots.

We also have a discussion on key moments from the recent debates, including the topic of systematic racism in Quebec.

Finally, we look at where the parties stand in the final days and various potential outcomes.

In this episode, we have a conversation on all things Canadian Politics. With the struggles of the Liberal party and the backlash facing Justin Trudeau, Erin O’Toole and the conservatives have seen their popularity rise in the polls. ⁣
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This campaign has also seen an unprecedented rise in tension with anti-vax protesters showing up at Liberal events, and as of recently throwing gravel at the prime minister. We discuss all this and the potential outcomes of the 2021 election. ⁣

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This episode is a conversation with the founder of the Care2Give charity Marwa Sakhizada. Inspired by the charitable work of her father and a yearning for helping her people back home,

Marwa began Care2Give in 2019.Since then, the charity has organized multiple projects in Afghanistan, such as building a water well in a small community in Kabul, working with the Allahudin orphanage and much more.As the Taliban take control of Afghanistan and the humanitarian crisis continues, Marwa shares her thoughts on the current situation facing all afghans and the future of women’s rights in the country.We also discuss the evacuation missions currently underway, the struggles of Afghan refugees and ultimately the work we can do here in Canada to offer our support.