Politics on the Prairies

Politics on the Prairies

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Politics on the Prairies episodes

  • Winnipeg Mayoral Candidate Shaun Loney
    In this episode you will be introduced to Shaun Loney, an entrepreneur, writer and problem solver based in Winnipeg Manitoba. Shaun is running for mayor and his platform and qualifications make him a serious contender. He's written two books; A Beautiful Bailout and An Army of Problem Solvers. He is also behind the creation of multiple social enterprises that are both profitable and effective. 
    If you want to hear more from Shaun, please visit his website https://shaunforwinnipeg.com/ .
    You can also find him on twitter @ShaunLoney 
    Cheers!
    Ryan
    40 min
  • Ukraine War 2022

    In this episode, my guest and I discuss the Ukraine/Russia war that broke out on February 24th 2022.


    Some topics we cover include:

    - Brief history of Ukraine.

    - Some history of the Russian army.

    - Possible reasoning behind Russia's aggression. 

    - Statistics from the war zone. 

    - Outlook for the future.


    Please enjoy this episode.


    Thank you,

    Ryan



    1 hr 37 min
  • Cannabis Entrepreneur Shawn Setyo

    In this episode I speak with cannabis entrepreneur Shawn Setyo.

    Shawn knows first hand the opportunities available to Canadians through the legal cannabis market and shares his perspective on the industry. 

    To the farmers out there: please forgive me for calling irrigation "watering". That's my bad. I knew better.

    Now, please enjoy!

    Ryan


    Twitter: @potppod 


    34 min
  • The Rainforest Flying Squad

    In this episode, I'm meeting with Kathy Code from the Rainforest Flying Squad. 

    The Squad is a movement. The last thing standing between the Ancient Growth Forests and the Teal-Jones: the company hell-bent on clear cutting the region.

    If you live in BC and can get to Fairy Creek, please join the Facebook Group and find a way to do so. If you are stuck at home like me, please email or call Premier John Horgan and let him know you will not vote NDP in the future if this forest gets clear cut. Horgan made a promise to protect this area and he is breaking that promise now.

    Premier Horgan's Office:

    1-250-387-1715


    You can also find the Rainforest Flying Squad on Facebook or Support their Go Fund Me here: https://ca.gofundme.com/f/legal-assistance-rainforest-flying-squard?qid=40920cb64ead6806e8738ec16a7f8848&utm_campaign=p_cp_url&utm_medium=os&utm_source=customer


    Find the podcast on Twitter: @potppod

    Facebook at: Politics on the Prairies


    Music by Hot Lettuce.


    Cheers,

    RK

    40 min
  • What's up with Jason Kenney?

    In this episode of Politics on the Prairies, I'm joined by my friend Tyler as I give listeners the low-down on Jason Kenney. Kenney is Alberta's premier and the leader of the United Conservative Party of Alberta. A controversial figure, we dig into some of his past policy to try and understand who Kenney is and what he's done since being in office.

    Music by Hot Lettuce.

    Sources:

    Turner, Chris. "What is Jason Kenney's 'energy war room' good for?" Macleans Magazine. June 21 2019.https://www.macleans.ca/news/canada/what-is-jason-kenneys-energy-war-room-good-for/

    "Budget Low Lights - How Jason Kenney's budget hurts everyone". CUPE Alberta. October 29th, 2019. https://alberta.cupe.ca/2019/10/29/budget-low-lights-how-jason-kenneys-budget-hurts-everyone

    Zabjek, Alexandra. "Jason Kenney's Vision for K-12". Alberta Views, April 1, 2019. https://albertaviews.ca/jason-kenney-vision-k-12/

    Corbella, Lisa. "Premier Kenney will indeed cancel oil-by-rail contracts". The Calgary Herald. May 17th 2019.  https://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/corbella-premier-kenney-will-indeed-cancel-oil-by-rail-contracts

    Jackson, Hannah. "Biden revokes presidential permit for Keystone XL", Global News, January 20 2021. https://globalnews.ca/news/7588853/biden-cancels-keystone-xl/

    "Jason Kenney's War Room is Spending Tax Dollars on Ads Casting Doubt on Climate Science". Press Progressive. July 6th 2021. https://pressprogress.ca/jason-kenneys-energy-war-room-is-spending-tax-dollars-on-ads-casting-doubt-on-climate-science/

    Marshall, Tabitha. "Jason Kenney".  The Canadian Encyclopedia, 12 March 2020, Historica Canada. https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/jason-kenney. Accessed 18 May 2021.



    1 hr 14 min
  • Food for Thought with Jim Ternier
    In this episode I speak with Jim Ternier, owner operator of Prairie Garden Seeds based in Cochin Saskatchewan. 
    Jim has been growing and selling "heirloom seeds" that date back to pre-GMO times. Some of his seeds are actually from the Middle Ages! He tells me a little bit about the gardening on the prairies including how the landscape has changed over time. Please enjoy this very interesting conversation between Jim and I!
    For information on where to find Jims products visit: www.prairiegardenseeds.ca
    Find us on twitter @potppod.
    Cheers!
    Ryan
    53 min
  • The Origin Story of Universal Healthcare in Canada

    This episode is a deep dive into the origins of Universal Healthcare in Canada, and this story cannot be told without telling the story of Tommy Douglas. I'm joined by my partner, Anna, who works in healthcare as an Occupational Therapist. We hope you enjoy. 

    Tune in for Season 2 in 2021!

    Happy New Year and thank you for listening!


    RK

    1 hr 10 min
  • Naomi Hunter and Victor Lau from the Saskatchewan Green Party

    In this episode of Politics on the Prairies, I interview Victor Lau and Naomi Hunter who are both Legislative Assembly candidates for the Saskatchewan Green Party. 

    Naomi, the Sask Green Party leader has a clear vision for her party after election. 

    Victor, the Deputy Leader, shares his experience running in the past and what makes this time different.


    Thanks for your continued patronage to the channel.


    Sincerely,

    Ryan

    56 min
  • Every Person of Colour has a Story with guest Dennis Page

    On this episode of Politics on the Prairies, I interview Dennis Page. Dennis is a black entrepreneur who grew up in Louisville, Kentucky and moved to Canada later in life. He and I discuss Canada's role in perpetuating racism and what we can do better. He is gracious enough to share some of his own experiences of racism as well.

    Listen and learn.

    Sincerely,

    Ryan

    1 hr 18 min
  • 'Plandemic' Review with Alex Passey
    In this episode of Politics on the Prairies, I sit down (virtually) with Winnipeg based fiction writer Alex Passey to review the viral video Plandemic. We start by discussing different bad beliefs each of us once held, despite the greater community of experts contradicting those beliefs. We discuss what made Alex switch from a Truther to Skeptic and review some of the glaring holes in the arguments presented. We wrap up with a review of what we consider to be the top five most awkward claims made in the documentary.
    As always, the music is by Hot Lettuce. 
    Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe!
    Ryan
    Links:
    https://www.news-medical.net/news/20200511/Hydroxychloroquine-is-not-effective-against-COVID-19-extensive-US-study-shows.aspx
    https://www.sciencemag.org/news/2020/05/fact-checking-judy-mikovits-controversial-virologist-attacking-anthony-fauci-viral#
    https://medicalxpress.com/news/2020-04-hydroxychloroquine-effective-coronavirus-small-trial.html
    1 hr 16 min

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A podcast where we discuss politics in Western Canada and beyond.