In this special episode, Steve sits down with Hossein to explore the challenges of immigrating from Iran to Canada — from navigating the process and enduring delays, to the stress, tears, and the personal reasons that led Hossein to choose Canada as his home.

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Join an unprepared Steve and a more prepared Tarah down the rabbit hole of reality.

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Who's ready for more "Wait, what?" In Episode 2, We’re diving headfirst into Flat Earth theories, from suspiciously straight horizons to flight paths that laugh in the face of a spinning globe. Hold onto your tinfoil hats—this one ends with a mind-bending question: Are we living in a simulation?

Buckle up, astronauts (or should we say… terranaughts?), because this week we're heading to the edge — literally. In this episode, we boldly go where no globehead dares: the world of flat Earth theories and other things!

Join us as we unpack burning questions like:

🌍 What’s REALLY beyond the Antarctic ice wall? (Spoiler: It’s not good Wi-Fi.) 🚀 Are NASA employees really just paid actors with green screens and coffee breath? 📏 What is gravity, and have we just been faking it with strong magnets and wishful thinking?

So whether you believe the Earth is a sphere, a disc, or a forgotten level from Super Mario Galaxy, tune in for some laughs, some facts, and a healthy dose of “Wait, what?”

After an unexpected hiatus (we blame life... and maybe a few technical difficulties), Polarized is officially back in action!

Tarah and Steve dust off the mics, catch their breath, and prepare to dive headfirst into the latest ridiculousness of 2025, plus topics and ideas for future episodes.

New episodes drop biweekly- unless we accidentally take another “creative pause.” (Kidding. Mostly.)

The Circus is in town...

This week, we break down the biggest political controversies involving Elon Musk, Donald Trump, Canada’s new Prime Minister Mark Carney, and Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre. From Musk’s reform battles and cyberattack claims to Trump’s escalating rhetoric, Carney’s early challenges, and Poilievre’s struggles post-Trudeau, we cover it all.

Topics Covered:

🔹 Elon Musk – Facing backlash over government reform efforts, cyberattack claims on X, and a deleted tweet sparking Nazi-related controversy.

🔹 Donald Trump – Nationwide protests over his executive orders, threats against political opponents, and accusations of suppressing free speech.

🔹 Mark Carney – Criticism over his use of power as Canada’s new PM, ethics concerns, and the fallout from repealing the carbon tax.

🔹 Pierre Poilievre – Struggles with Trump’s comments on Canada, challenges redefining his political messaging, and slipping poll numbers.

Buckle up, because this episode is taking off—whether we’re cleared for takeoff or not! We’re diving headfirst into the Toronto plane crash (don’t worry, we’re keeping it light... somehow), former MP Ruby Dhalla’s latest headlines (because why not?), Trump’s latest reality show—er, political move—and Elon Musk’s grand plans to either save the world or launch it into interplanetary bankruptcy. Oh, and tariffs? Yeah, they’re back, and they’re pettier than ever.

Join us as we navigate the turbulence of current events with zero expertise but plenty of laughs. Fasten your seatbelts, folks—it’s going to be a bumpy ride!

Buckle up, folks—this episode has more turbulence than a Washington helicopter! We’re covering all the chaos, from drones over New York to the troops piling up at the southern border just in time for mass deportations. Meanwhile, Canada’s having its own identity crisis: Trudeau "resigned" (but not really), the Liberal leadership race is happening (but not for Chandra Arya), and Mark Carney might just become Canada’s first unelected PM—because democracy is so last season.

Oh, and let’s not forget the 25% tariffs coming soon, the latest bird flu scare, and whether or not Canada is about to become the 51st state (whether they like it or not). Grab your tinfoil hats and a maple syrup-scented stress ball—this one’s gonna be a ride!

Tarah and Steve take a meta moment to review their own podcast, diving into the highs and lows. They share the chaotic challenges of podcasting, like figuring out who’s responsible for scheduling and show notes (spoiler: neither wants to do it), and navigating those awkward moments when they accidentally agree on something. Plus, they make some bold predictions and plans for 2025, including Tarah’s plan to replace Steve with AI? I guess you'll just have to listen to find out if any of this is true.

Equipment used in making this podcast:

1. Smartphone - ⁠RØDE Reporter App | Recording App for Mobile Devices | RØDE (rode.com)⁠
2. Interface - ⁠AI-Micro | Compact Dual-Channel Audio Interface | RØDE (rode.com)⁠
3. Mic - VideoMic GO II | Lightweight Directional Microphone | RØDE
4. Mic - Two $3 Dollarama Lavalier
5. Editor - WaveLab Cast: Podcast Creation Software | Steinberg
6. Ai Voice - https://elevenlabs.io/
7. Remote - StreamYard