The hydrogen economy is coming, we are told. Here’s what it will be, what it won’t be, and why Canada has one key part wrong. 

Key words: Hydrogen; electricity; greenwashing; infrastructure; transportation

Is the adage “demographics is destiny” accurate? Trends in population growth rates are converging in an unexpected way.

Some elements of this archival podcast have been overtaken by events.

Resource extraction can only succeed if the people of the land wish it to take place. And even then, only if mining is green. To achieve this, a Grand Bargain is needed that delivers true restitution for Indigenous peoples. Here’s why all Canadians should support an Indigenous Province from Crown Land. 

Key words: First Nations; Indigenous; Crown land; restitution; Tecumseh

Defense experts know that winning a war is not good enough. Winning the peace, after a war, is the key. That concept, of Grand Strategy, should guide foreign policy.

Some elements of this archival podcast have been overtaken by events.

In this age of communications, the north is a digital desert. The solution: a new “cultural commons”. Technology for the people, of the people, by the people.  

Key words: Internet; communications; CBC northern; cultural commons

Abolish the Senate? Ditch the King? Not so fast! Ancient Greeks show us a non-partisan way to reform the Senate, the Governor General, and the courts. 

Some elements of this archival podcast have been overtaken by events.

For communities and mines in the north, affordable green transportation is essential. The solution? Back to the future! Think, airships… with a hydrogen twist.

Key words: Airships; helium; hydrogen; Baffinland

Many voters feel disenfranchised. A totally different approach to how we elect MPs may be the solution. Add in dynamic voting, and voila! Votes that matter.

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Is “green mining” even possible? The answer is a surprise, coming from an industry with a well-deserved reputation as a corporate pariah. Using the Baffin Island iron mine as an example, let’s take green mining to the max. It can be done.

Key words: Mining; electrification; robotics; energy; transportation; Goldcorp; Baffinland

Government budgets, especially federal, are a shell game. Money disappears, escaping taxes through hidden loopholes. Real tax reform starts when tax deductions see the light of day.

Some elements of this archival podcast have been overtaken by events.