Host Rick Maddison talks with Ron Mattuissi, Jeff Cox and Scott Lanigan about healthcare in the Okanagan. With a declining number of physicians and an aging population are we heading for a crisis or are we currently in one? Did we know about it and could we avoid it? What are we doing to right the ship ?  What role do varying levels of government have in this perilous situation? Do we have a path forward? 

Host Rick Maddison talks with Ron Mattuissi, Jeff Cox and Scott Lanigan about the spring cleanup of a homeless encampment. The possible perils, and was the City of Kelowna in the right to dismantle these shelters? All sides of the issue are discussed as the panel has varying opinions about the cleanup and its effects longterm. A healthy discussion on a very complex subject with many ramifications. 

A podcast focusing on current events and political decisions in Canada and how those decisions might affect everyday Canadians. Hosted by Rick Maddison and Jeff Cox, featuring Scott Lanigan, lead pastor of Trinity Church and Ron Mattiussi, former Kelowna city manager.

In this episode Rick Maddison moderates the discussion on safe supply, and the effects on homelessness on BC. Panel includes: Ron Mattiussi (Former City Manager Kelowna), Scott Lanigan (Former chair of Journey Home), and Jeff Cox (Former board member of Pathways). Lively chat with both right and left opinions. An excellent overview of the pitfalls and ways forward on a very complex and volatile subject.   

Welcome to Episode 6 of our podcast, where we delve into some of the most pressing issues facing Canadian democracy today. In this episode, we discuss the controversial Kelowna response to Pierre Poilievre's homeless camp video, the ongoing debate around safe supply drug use, how it has crept into Canadian schools, and the impact of the carbon tax on everyday Canadians.

Welcome to Episode 5 of One Foot Off Center, where we discuss the latest developments in Canadian politics. In this episode, we delve into some of the most pressing issues facing the country today.First on the agenda is gun control in Canada. As the debate over firearm regulation continues to heat up, we explore the different perspectives on this contentious topic and analyze how the government is responding to the so-called calls for change.Next, we turn our attention to the rising threat of Chinese influence in Canada. From allegations of espionage and threats against sitting Members of Parliament, we examine the implications of this complex issue and its potential impact on national security.Finally, we take a deep dive into the Alberta election and what it means for the future of the province. With the United Conservative Party poised to take power, we examine what victory could mean for the rest of the country.Throughout the episode, we provide insightful commentary and analysis on the latest news and events shaping Canadian politics today. So sit back, relax, and join us as we explore these important issues in depth.Don't forget to like and subscribe for more thought-provoking content on Canadian politics.

In Episode 4, Rick and Jeff tackle a few topics that have come up for them personally inside their own friend group conversations. One of those topics is the Trudeau backtrack on Vaccine Mandates and how he didn't force anyone to take it.

A BIG WIN for the One Foot Off Center Podcast! After talking about how Elon Musk should label The CBC as state-funded media, he did! Obviously, our influence helped Elon make the final decision, so we are going to carry on with a few other topics that we hope to resolve sooner rather than later.

Rick and Jeff dive into a variety of topics ranging from the terrible timing of the PSAC strike to Justin Trudeaus fancy taxpayer-paid vacation at a high-priced resort that happens to be a donor to the Trudeau Foundation (of which he says he has no involvement) to LNG in Canada, and the Ethics Commissioner resigning.

In Episode 2, Rick and Jeff unpack a variety of topics. Elon Musk labelling NPR as state-funded media. The hypocrisy of the Liberal Carbon Tax as emissions continue to rise. Clean energy. The liberal's amendment to Bill C-75 and the RCMP exhaustion because of said amendment. How raising the minimum wage could actually reduce the number of jobs available and how this episode might not even run because of Bill C-11.

Host Rick Maddison talks with Jeff Cox about the current state of affairs in Candian Politics. Everything from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau calling Canadians who don't believe in his views 'flat earthers' to Chinese meddling in Canadian elections.