Resuming Debate

With war again raging in the Middle East and elsewhere, I sat down with “Rusty” R.R. Reno, an American theologian, political philosopher, and editor of First Things Magazine, to discuss ideas about just war and how Vatican engagement on warfare is impacting the American political conversation.

In this episode we explore the criteria for a just war, thechallenges involved in determining real motives under politically complex conditions, and how these issues are seen by the Vatican versus by Catholics inside the American administration. 

You can find more of this kind of commentary and discussion, including more from R.R. Reno, at https://firstthings.com/.

In this heavy episode, I talk with longtime Conservative Shadow Minister for Veterans Blake Richards about how dealing with Veterans Affairs Canada has been a source of frustration, pain and even further trauma.

In particular, we discuss the scandal of bureaucrats suggesting facilitated death to Veterans looking for help with essential services, and how C-260 will help put a stop to it.

Be sure to give Blake a follow on his socials.

X: https://x.com/BlakeRichardsMP

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blakerichards.ca/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blakerichards.ca/

Leah Libresco Sargeant is a family policy expert working in Washington D.C. and is the author of three books. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, First Things, The Dispatch, The New Atlantis, and even CNN, and she publishes frequently on her Substack, Other Feminisms.

In this episode, Leah and I discuss some of the key themes and topics in her most recent book, The Dignity of Dependence: A Feminist Manifesto. We discuss feminism, dependence, euthanasia, and family policy.

You can follow Leah on social media using the links below, and order a copy of her latest book, The Dignity of Dependence, (and her other books!) on Amazon or through your local bookstore.

Connect with Leah Online:

• https://leahlibresco.com/
• https://substack.com/@leahlibrescosargeant
• https://x.com/LeahLibresco
• https://www.facebook.com/leah.libresco/

Order a copy of The Dignity of Dependence:

• CA: https://a.co/d/0dg0ffMV
• US: https://t.co/y3QPPvVQjz

Aaron Gunn represents North Island-Powell River in British Columbia in the House of Commons. Now he's thinking about making a bid for the leadership of BC's provincial conservative party.In this episode, Aaron explains his political philosophy, and we discuss key issues that are important to his constituents like energy development and drugs. We also break down the Vancouver Island political scene in general, and answer the question - is the West Coast really the 'Left Coast'?" As always, if you like what you hear, be sure to give Aaron a follow on the various social media platforms and get yourself a front-row seat to his exciting career. YT: https://www.youtube.com/@AaronGunnBCX: https://x.com/AaronGunnFB: https://www.facebook.com/AaronGunn.caIG: https://www.instagram.com/aarongunnbc

Sandra Cobena is a new MP elected from the Toronto-area riding of Newmarket Aurora. Sandra left a successful career as a senior manager at TD Bank to run for the Conservative Party, and she now sits on the Finance Committee (a very rare appointment for a new MP).

In this week’s episode of Resuming Debate, Sandra and I discuss her journey into politics, her take on the nation’s finances, the role of the Parliamentary Budget Officer, Mark Carney’s use of tax havens, and the outrageously irresponsible Budget 2025.

If you like what you hear, be sure to give Sandra a follow on the various social media platforms, where she posts regular content from the House of Commons and the Finance Committee.

IG - https://www.instagram.com/sandracobena_

FB - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556805185584

X -  https://x.com/SandraCobena_

In the last couple months, some major intentional peace agreements have been negotiated. In other cases, such as Ukraine, war continues in spite of ongoing peace efforts. What does it take to achieve peace and what are the prospects for more peace agreements to come?

This week I am joined by Balkan Devlen, a senior fellow with the Macdonald-Laurier Institute and co-founder of the Pendulum Group. 

Listen as Balkan and I discuss the state of war and peace in the world today. 

How relevant is Ronald Reagan to modern Conservatism?

This week I sat down for a conversation with Sean Speer and Anthony Koch about Reagan's enduring legacy.

Sean Speer is a scholar and columnist and The Hub's Editor-at-Large. Anthony Koch is a prominent conservative political strategist and the Managing Principal of AK Strategies.

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In this week’s episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Richard Dias, CFA. Richard is an economic analyst with Ice Cap Asset Management and a global strategist with a knack for breaking down complex data into clear and simple terms. He is a co-host of The Loonie Hour, a popular Canadian finance podcast and has been featured on countless other podcasts to share his insights.

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion about Canada’s devastating economic decline, the policies that have gotten us here, and what we must do to correct course.

Richard’s links:

X/Twitter: https://x.com/RichardD...

Ice Cap Asset Management: https://icecapassetman...

-- https://www.youtube.com/@IceCapAssetManagement‬

The Loonie Hour: https://thelooniehour.ca/

-- https://youtube.com/@saretsky  

We're back!

Resuming Debate has been on a bit of a hiatus since March, but we'll be returning to our regular programming of biweekly episodes released Tuesday evenings.

In this episode, I sit down with friend and colleague Andrew Lawton. Andrew is a well-known media personality, author, and the newly elected Member of Parliament for Elgin—St. Thomas—London South.

We talk about gun control, euthanasia, mental health struggles, and Andrew’s transition from journalist to parliamentarian. We also explore some of the various aspects of our parliamentary work, including committees and private member’s bills, and some important issues to keep an eye on in the 45th Parliament.

Link to Euthanasia Petition:

• https://www.igotbetter.ca

Viral clip from Committee of the Whole cross-examination with Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree:

• https://x.com/AndrewLawton/status/1930785242433872346

Full cross-examination video:

• https://x.com/AndrewLawton/status/1930992407505428907

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In the year after a devastating wildfire wreaked havoc on the town of Jasper, the people of that community continue the enormous task of rebuilding – and planning for the future. Joining me on today's episode of Resuming Debate are Dane de Souza, Indigenous Fire Stewardship Expert, and Dane Lloyd, Conservative Member of Parliament for Sturgeon River–Parkland. In this episode, we discuss the multitude of policy failures which led to the Jasper Wildfire tragedy. We also talk about the efforts being made by the town to recover, how government red tape is complicating the process, and what you can do to help.