Ed the Sock (and Friends)

Michael Landsberg was one of the most prominent figures in Canadian sports broadcasting when he broke the stigma about mental illness on-air with his guests by saying "I'm sick, not weak." Since then Michael & his organization #sicknotweak have been fighting that stigma surrounding depression & mental illness with information, social media and activism.We journey through Michael's life, when he first realized he had depression, how it affected his work, life and relationships, how he manages his depression and advice for others facing the same or similar challenges, why men are ashamed of it - and how our medical system has failed people in these circumstances. And maybe what to do about it.Funny, insightful, self-aware - the subject may be a 'gloomy' one but the rivalry/rapport between Steven and Michael and the discussion of depression is definitely not!Host: Steven Kerzner http://Twitter.Com/StevenJKerznerMichael Landsberg: http://Twitter.Com/HeyLandsberg#SickNotWeak: http://Twitter.Com/SickNotWeakSUPPORT OUR FU_POLITICS PROGRAMMING AT HTTP://PATREON.COM/FUNETWORKTVFUN - The FU_Network - the alternative to corporate media controlSubscribe to the FU Network on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/funetworkFollow Ed The Sock on:http://Twitter.Com/EdTheSockhttp://Instagram.Com/Ed_The_Sockhttps://Facebook.com/edthesock.funetworktv/The KERZNER EXPEDITION is an #FU_Politics Original PodcastSubscribe To #FU_Politics - an FU_Network Podcast Channel:No pundits, no jargon, no zealots - honest talk with knowledgeable, opinionated people w/sense of humourAudio Podcast Available On:iTunes - Rate, Review and Subscribe!https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fu-politics/id1472299923Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4YQ4rklq8bcsmhTfqgj9jHYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBRvebbl4FVT9dWt0IdE8ccD1cOkPO5a7Podbeanhttps://fupolitics.podbean.comGoogle Playhttps://play.google.com/music/m/Ilgcik5imfx5qwtzxivpyblb2p4Stitcherhttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/fun-the-fu-network/fu-politicsPlayer FMhttps://player.fm/series/fu-politics-2521543Tune In / Alexahttp://tun.in/pjtS0

Is re-releasing a 2005 video of Andrew Scheer fair game or dirty politics? Ed feels one way at the start, but does he feel that way after the debate? Plus Doug Ford's phony sex ed redux, Rob Ford street and Elections Canada's ruling on climate change as a "partisan issue". Host:Ed the Sock - http://Twitter.Com/EdTheSockPanelists:Neil Waytowich - political commentator & host of ZODCAST on FU_Politics - http://Twitter.Com/ThatsMrNeilSamantha Emann - journalist with rare access to information & news stories & strong opinions about themJustin Whitehead - political ethics consultant. No, we couldn't be more vague, but he's a smart insightful guy. http://Twitter.Com/OriginalJDW Dave K - political observer with perspectives from financial services industry angle - http://Twitter.Com/TheRealTheDavey

This episode reveals the real human, beating hearts of MPs and how that humanity, filled with internal conflict & external pressure, effects government policy.How did one lone MP from Quebec get Prime Minister Jean Chretien to support equal (gay) marriage? That was the task given the Hon. Marlene Jennings. The Hon. Ms Jennings gives is a very candid look through the keyhole at key moments in Canada's history - the story behind Chretien's decision not to back the Iraq War, how being the only Black MP from Quebec shaped Ms. Jennings' position on policies and other fascinating details we weren't privy to - until now. The way government operates behind closed doors, how difficult decisions are made, how caucus crafts policies - Neil gets this and more in this exclusive ZODCAST interview.The Hon. Marlene Jennings. Ms Jennings was a Liberal MP for 14 years (1997 - 2011). The first Black woman from Quebec elected to Parliament, the former lawyer and senior public servant served as Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for International Cooperation, Solicitor General of Canada and then in 2004 - 2005 to the Prime Minister, where she specialized in Canada-U.S. relations. Whew!Follow Neil on Twitterhttps://twitter.com/ThatsMrNeilHon. Marlene Jenningshttps://Twitter.Com/MarleneJenningsZODCAST is an #FU_Politics PodcastSubscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/funetworkIf you'd like to support our mission at FU_Politics, restoring to Canadian media the intelligence, civility, opinions based in fact and a sense of humour that we've been missing, consider becoming a patron, with a monthly donation (whatever you can afford) or a one-time gift of support. Going against the grain and building a network from scratch isn't as expensive as it once was - but it still ain't cheap! So consider backing FUN - The FU_Network's FU_Politics programming, where Smartass always starts with Smart.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/funetworktvPaypal: [email protected] you!Follow Ed The Sock on:http://Twitter.Com/EdTheSockhttp://Instagram.Com/Ed_The_Sockhttps://Facebook.com/edthesock.funetworktv/Subscribe To #FU_Politics - an FU_Network Podcast Channel:No pundits, no jargon, no zealots - honest talk with knowledgeable, opinionated people w/sense of humourAudio Podcast Available On:iTunes - Rate, Review and Subscribe!https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fu-politics/id1472299923Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4YQ4rklq8bcsmhTfqgj9jHYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBRvebbl4FVT9dWt0IdE8ccD1cOkPO5a7Podbeanhttps://fupolitics.podbean.comGoogle Playhttps://play.google.com/music/m/Ilgcik5imfx5qwtzxivpyblb2p4Stitcherhttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/fun-the-fu-network/fu-politicsPlayer FMhttps://player.fm/series/fu-politics-2521543Tune In / Alexahttp://tun.in/pjtS0

Ishat Reza guests on the Dave Glover show and unpacks some of the confusion that still exists (yes, there's plenty!) about Trudeau, the Ethics Commissioner's report, SNC_Lavalin and what a Deferred Prosecution Agreement is and what SNC getting one would have meant for their company and Canada.Ishat Reza is the host of #MatterOfFact - an #FU_Politics Original Podcast along with her co-host, Professor S.Follow #iReza and Professor S on Twitter:https://Twitter.Com/ishat_rezahttps://Twitter.Com/RCI_101#FU_Politics: No pundits, no jargon, no zealots - honest talk with knowledgeable, opinionated people w/sense of humour. Listen & Subscribe to #FU_Politics at: iTunes - Rate, Review and Subscribe!https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fu-politics/id1472299923 Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4YQ4rklq8bcsmhTfqgj9jH YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBRvebbl4FVT9dWt0IdE8ccD1cOkPO5a7 Podbeanhttps://fupolitics.podbean.com Google Playhttps://play.google.com/music/m/Ilgcik5imfx5qwtzxivpyblb2p4 Stitcherhttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/fun-the-fu-network/fu-politics Player FMhttps://player.fm/series/fu-politics-2521543 Tune In / Alexahttp://tun.in/pjtS0 RSS Feedhttps://feed.podbean.com/fupolitics/feed.xml

Michael Landsberg was one of the most prominent figures in Canadian sports broadcasting when he broke the stigma about mental illness on-air with his guests by saying "I'm sick, not weak." Since then Michael & his organization #sicknotweak have been fighting that stigma surrounding depression & mental illness with information, social media and activism.We journey through Michael's life, when he first realized he had depression, how it affected his work, life and relationships, how he manages his depression and advice for others facing the same or similar challenges, why men are ashamed of it - and how our medical system has failed people in these circumstances. And maybe what to do about it.Funny, insightful, self-aware - the subject may be a 'gloomy' one but the rivalry/rapport between Steven and Michael and the discussion of depression is definitely not!Host: Steven Kerzner http://Twitter.Com/StevenJKerznerMichael Landsberg: http://Twitter.Com/HeyLandsberg#SickNotWeak: http://Twitter.Com/SickNotWeakIf you'd like to support our mission at FU_Politics, restoring to Canadian media the intelligence, civility, opinions based in fact and a sense of humour that we've been missing, consider becoming a patron, with a monthly donation (whatever you can afford) or a one-time gift of support. Going against the grain and building a network from scratch isn't as expensive as it once was - but it still ain't cheap! So consider backing FUN - The FU_Network's FU_Politics programming, where Smartass always starts with Smart.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/funetworktvPaypal: [email protected] you!The Kerzner Expedition is an #FU_Politics Original Podcast No pundits, no jargon, no zealots - honest talk with knowledgeable, opinionated people w/sense of humour. Listen & Subscribe to #FU_Politics at: iTunes - Rate, Review and Subscribe!https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fu-politics/id1472299923 Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4YQ4rklq8bcsmhTfqgj9jH YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBRvebbl4FVT9dWt0IdE8ccD1cOkPO5a7  Podbeanhttps://fupolitics.podbean.com Google Playhttps://play.google.com/music/m/Ilgcik5imfx5qwtzxivpyblb2p4 Stitcherhttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/fun-the-fu-network/fu-politics Player FMhttps://player.fm/series/fu-politics-2521543 Tune In / Alexahttp://tun.in/pjtS0 RSS Feedhttps://feed.podbean.com/fupolitics/feed.xml

Bob Rae was Ontario's first (and to this point, only) NDP Premier. In later years he left the NDP and was elected as a federal Liberal MP, eventually becoming interrim leader. He's retired from politics now, as a partner in a law firm that mainly aids Indigenous people, as well as serving on human rights boards and committees. Like the commercial says, he knows a lot because he's seen a lot' and he shares that honestly & frankly, including a very frank assessment of why he quit the NDP and why they've failed to achieve durable political success and abut the "age of propanda" we find ourselves in filled with lying politicians and those who support them. As Mr. Rae describes it, we live in "a new age of deceit" and how this has led us to this moment - "we're in a dangerous time politically."And yes, we talk about "Rae Days."Whether you are a fan or foe of Mr. Rae, you'll find his insights, observations and brutally honest critiques worthwhile listening.Host: Steven Kerzner - http://Twitter.Com/StevenJKerzner FUN - The FU_Network - the alternative to corporate media control*note: as mentioned at the beginning of the show, we experienced some unforeseen technical difficulties in recording this interview, so the sound quality is not up to our usual level. But it's very audible and worth hearing.If you'd like to support our mission at FU_Politics, restoring to Canadian media the intelligence, civility, opinions based in fact and a sense of humour that we've been missing, consider becoming a patron, with a monthly donation (whatever you can afford) or a one-time gift of support. Going against the grain and building a network from scratch isn't as expensive as it once was - but it still ain't cheap! So consider backing FUN - The FU_Network's FU_Politics programming, where Smartass always starts with Smart.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/funetworktvPaypal: [email protected] you!The Kerzner Expedition is an #FU_Politics Original Podcast No pundits, no jargon, no zealots - honest talk with knowledgeable, opinionated people w/sense of humour. Listen & Subscribe to #FU_Politics at: iTunes - Rate, Review and Subscribe!https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fu-politics/id1472299923 Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4YQ4rklq8bcsmhTfqgj9jH YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBRvebbl4FVT9dWt0IdE8ccD1cOkPO5a7  Podbeanhttps://fupolitics.podbean.com Google Playhttps://play.google.com/music/m/Ilgcik5imfx5qwtzxivpyblb2p4 Stitcherhttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/fun-the-fu-network/fu-politics Player FMhttps://player.fm/series/fu-politics-2521543 Tune In / Alexahttp://tun.in/pjtS0 RSS Feedhttps://feed.podbean.com/fupolitics/feed.xml

We've seen the hashtag #NotAllMen pop-up when articles or social media say 'men need to do more to stop sexual improprieties, harassment & assault". And it's true that not all men do these things - not by a longshot. Nor do they want to. It's a small percentage of men who give the rest of us a bad name. But are there things #AllMen can do to contribute to the prevention of these things?Host:Ed the Sock - http://Twitter.Com/EdTheSockPanelists:Hafeez Noorani - http://Twitter.Com/FeezyDoesItJustin Whitehead - http://Twitter.Com/OriginalJWDPaul Marlow - http://Twitter.Com/TallPaulsLifeMo Amir - http://Twitter.Com/VancolourAndy Willis - http://Twitter.Com/AndyLandRadioHosted by Canadian icon & FUN - The FU_Network founder Ed the Sock, Mensplaining is men talking to men about the challenges of being Men. Not ‘Guys’, ‘Bros’ or ‘Brahs’, no backlash, whining, griping, male tears or touchy-feely, new-agey mumbo-jumbo. Just men being honest and funny while talking about the role of men in our rapidly changing social, political and cultural landscape.If you'd like to support our mission at FU_Politics, restoring to Canadian media the intelligence, civility, opinions based in fact and a sense of humour that we've been missing, consider becoming a patron, with a monthly donation (whatever you can afford) or a one-time gift of support. Going against the grain and building a network from scratch isn't as expensive as it once was - but it still ain't cheap! So consider backing FUN - The FU_Network's FU_Politics programming, where Smartass always starts with Smart.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/funetworktv Paypal: [email protected] Thank you!#MENSPLAINING is an #FU_Politics Original Podcast No pundits, no jargon, no zealots - honest talk with knowledgeable, opinionated people w/sense of humour. Listen & Subscribe to #FU_Politics at: iTunes - Rate, Review and Subscribe!https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fu-politics/id1472299923  Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4YQ4rklq8bcsmhTfqgj9jH  YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBRvebbl4FVT9dWt0IdE8ccD1cOkPO5a7 Podbeanhttps://fupolitics.podbean.com  Google Playhttps://play.google.com/music/m/Ilgcik5imfx5qwtzxivpyblb2p4  Stitcherhttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/fun-the-fu-network/fu-politics  Player FMhttps://player.fm/series/fu-politics-2521543  Tune In / Alexahttp://tun.in/pjtS0  RSS Feedhttps://feed.podbean.com/fupolitics/feed.xml

WHITE PRIVILEGE. Whether you're white, black or brown, liberal or conservative, it's a term that evokes an immediate gut-level response. Why? And can we ever have a rational discussion about the concept without people yelling at each other? Well, we try in this episode of the NOBULLpen!Host:Steven KerznerPanelists:Andray Domise, freelance journalist & contributing editor at Macleans magazineLiana Kerzner, journalist, lecturer, Youtuber focused on social issues, pop culture & how they intersectHafeez Noorani, digital content & marketing strategist, producer & panelist for FU_Politics

The Ethics Commissioner Report on SNC_Lavalin - Ed sounds off on the bullsh*t media circus, agents of purity & Conservative deceptions! Also Doug Ford's anti-democratic, fiscally wasteful mandatory gas-pump sticker law, a debate on Jeffrey Epstein conspiracy theories, Andrew Scheer making an ass of himself (again) and shooting the sh*t about what influence Twitter has on the opinions of regular Canadians. Plus, more debate on Butter Tarts.Host: Ed the Sock (http://Twitter.Com/EdTheSock)Panel:Neil Waytowich (Neil Before Zod) political citizen-commentator, right-wing target, speaks softly & carries a big stick (metaphorically). Host also of ZODCAST on FU_Politics. http://Twitter.Com/ThatsMrNeilHafeez Noorani, digital content & marketing specialist and voice of sanity on social media. (Can also be heard on FU_Politics series Mensplaining) http://Twitter.Com/FeezyDoesItStuart Benson, Ottawa journalist, arts reporter, editor of GLUE magazine and self-described "Leftist Dirtbag". http://Twitter.Com/LeftHandStu

Ishat Reza and Professor S decode the Ethics Commissioner’s report on the PM’s actions in the SNC Lavalin affair: what happened, what the implications are and what the government should do next with the roles of AG and Minister of Justice. Plus Fails of the Week and a topical edition of Fact or Fiction!Follow #iReza and Professor S on Twitter:https://Twitter.Com/ishat_reza https://Twitter.Com/RCI_101 Matter Of Fact is an #FU_Politics Original PodcastNo pundits, no jargon, no zealots - honest talk with knowledgeable, opinionated people w/sense of humour.Listen & Subscribe to #FU_Politics at:iTunes - Rate, Review and Subscribe!https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/fu-politics/id1472299923 Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4YQ4rklq8bcsmhTfqgj9jH YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBRvebbl4FVT9dWt0IdE8ccD1cOkPO5a7 Podbeanhttps://fupolitics.podbean.com Google Playhttps://play.google.com/music/m/Ilgcik5imfx5qwtzxivpyblb2p4 Stitcherhttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/fun-the-fu-network/fu-politics Player FMhttps://player.fm/series/fu-politics-2521543 Tune In / Alexahttp://tun.in/pjtS0 RSS Feed https://feed.podbean.com/fupolitics/feed.xml If you'd like to support our mission at FU_Politics, restoring to Canadian media the intelligence, civility, opinions based in fact and a sense of humour that we've been missing, consider becoming a patron, with a monthly donation (whatever you can afford) or a one-time gift of support. Going against the grain and building a network from scratch isn't as expensive as it once was - but it still ain't cheap! So consider backing FUN - The FU_Network's FU_Politics programming, where Smartass always starts with Smart.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/funetworktv Paypal: [email protected] Thank you!