Fergus Hodgson returns to discuss Capitalism & Morality Calgary (Sept 11–12), the event he calls the most potent, radical liberty conference in recent Canadian memory.

Fergus isn’t focused only on the upcoming Alberta referendum. He’s building what he calls the Free Nation Project: strengthening Alberta’s distinct culture of rugged individualism, creating parallel institutions, cultivating a new “aristocracy” of doers, and then projecting that into politics.

We cover:

Why captured institutions (unions, education, media, human-rights tribunals) make independence work incomplete

Why homeschooling and voluntary union membership are high-leverage fights

How alternative media is beating regime media

The unique format: 10-minute talks + rotating roundtables instead of long lectures

The stacked speaker list of “thought criminals” and proven operators

Capitalism & Morality Calgary

September 11–12, 2026 | Croatian Cultural Centre, Calgary

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00:00 Teaser

00:51 Introduction to Capitalism and Morality Conference

03:34 The Alberta Nation, Values, and Institution Building

10:25 Event Structure and Speaker Engagement

15:12 Institutional Capture and the Role of Unions

22:32 The Need for Parallel Institutions

27:03 Alternative Media, Sentiment, and Authenticity

33:33 Independent Media, Disinformation, and Credibility

41:26 Anti-US Sentiment and Its Consequences

46:33 Upcoming Event and Speaker Highlights

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In this episode, we're joined by 222 minutes who shares his insights on Canadian politics, Alberta independence, and the complexities of federalism. We discuss the cultural and economic differences across provinces, the impact of political decisions, and the importance of systemic reform. 2s shares insights on independence, economic challenges, and societal change, offering a candid look at Canada's future.222 Minutes (also known as "2s") is an award-winning podcaster who co-hosts “The Mashup” with Shawn Newman, a weekly show that discusses the current headlines in Canada.Follow 2s on X: @222Minutes_____00:00 Teaser01:12 Introduction04:00 Media, Awards & Independence Dynamics09:54 Jason Kenney & Alberta Politics12:56 Equalization & Western Discontent18:57 East-West Cultural Differences22:05 Political Journeys & Party Disillusionment28:01 Conservatism, Separatism & Strategies36:17 Corruption, Independence & Accountability45:34 Welfare, Oil & Economic Realities01:00:47 Leadership, Culture & Perspectives01:10:06 Hope, Fear & Expectations01:18:25 Referendum Predictions & Economics01:26:24 Cultural Identity & Canada’s Future_____#alberta #albertaindependence #abpoli #cdnpoli _____https://buymeacoffee.com/criticalcompassFollow us on X: https://x.com/thecritcompFollow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheCriticalCompassMedia inquiries: [email protected]

John Serafini & Steve Bertucci joined the Critical Compass to discuss the Great Books Program, and why students should be engaging deeply with classic texts.

The Great Books program is a research-supported method of learning that promotes deeper thinking through reading, discussion, and writing. Shared inquiry enables teachers to work with students in a novel intellectual partnership through a range of interpretive activities, stimulating students' critical thinking faculties, challenging them to read more and more diverse books than they would otherwise, and even earning post-secondary credits along the way.

John Serafini, owner of Serafini Books in Calgary, Alberta, will be bringing this once online-only program to life in-person and in the classroom.

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Steve Bertucci is a Director and President of the Great Books Program and has probably moderated more Great Books discussion groups (literally thousands now) than any living human! He speaks at educational conferences throughout the country and in Europe and serves on the boards of nonprofit educational and arts organizations. Steve was one of the pioneers of live-audio online Socratic discussion groups.

Learn more about the Great Books program here: https://angelicum.net/academics/great-books-program/

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00:00 Teaser

01:02 Introduction to the Great Books Program

04:31 The Value of In-Person Learning

07:01 The Purpose of Education

13:13 Fostering Curiosity and Critical Thinking

16:26 The Role of Classical Education in Modern Society

21:37 The Importance of Engaging with Ideas

25:26 The Evolution of Educational Conversations

33:15 The Future of Education and Parental Concerns

41:45 Parallel Institutions and Community Building

46:54 The Future of Education and Alternatives

49:52 Credentialism and the Value of Experience

52:14 Program Structure and Student Engagement

01:02:41 The Importance of Community in Learning

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In this interview with Alberta Prosperity Project/Stay Free Alberta founder and president Mitch Sylvester, we debrief the recent petition campaign for Alberta independence, discuss the political landscape and strategies for the coming months, and share insights on expected challenges, the importance of grassroots coordination, and the real potential for a successful referendum on independence.Follow Mitch on X: https://x.com/StayFreeAlbertaFollow the APP on X: https://x.com/ABProsperityPrjLearn more and find out how to get involved: https://www.albertaprosperityproject.com/Full fiscal plan: “The Value of Freedom” https://albertaprosperityproject.com/resources/00:00 The Petition Journey: Achieving 300,000 Signatures04:09 Navigating Post-Petition Energy and Challenges07:08 The Road Ahead: Organizing for the Vote10:15 Disappointment in the Referendum Question13:01 The UCP's Stance and Its Implications15:57 The Importance of Engaging Albertans18:59 The Economic Argument for Independence25:16 Reaching Urban Albertans: Strategies for Engagement28:04 The Future of Alberta: Economic Independence and Growth42:47 Alberta as a Business Investment46:01 Addressing Accusations and Foreign Funding Claims51:02 Challenges in Organizing and Mobilizing Support53:10 Navigating Third Party Advertising Rules56:02 The Power of Grassroots Movements57:13 Engaging Albertans: The Importance of Dialogue01:00:04 Building a Better Alberta: Vision for the Future01:02:54 Truth in Media and Accountability01:05:02 A Vote of Confidence: The Future of Alberta Independence01:13:35 Predictions for the Upcoming Referendum#alberta #albertaindependence #abpoli #independence _____https://buymeacoffee.com/criticalcompassFollow us on X: https://x.com/thecritcompFollow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCriticalCompassFollow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheCriticalCompassFollow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DsZovHse886ClKYHyzYMZMedia inquiries: [email protected]

Tanya Clemens is a farmer, teacher and Alberta independence advocate. In this full interview, Tanya explains how she finds herself at the forefront of a grassroots citizen advocacy campaign, how her rural upbringing shaped and informed her thoughts on independence, and how one-on-one conversations, engaging the "middle third", and overcoming fear through education is what will ultimately win the day for Alberta independence.

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Catch Tanya at a speaking engagement on the Let's Talk Alberta tour: https://letstalkalberta.com/

Learn more & get involved: Visit https://albertaprosperityproject.com to volunteer, donate or join.

Full fiscal plan: “The Value of Freedom” https://albertaprosperityproject.com/resources/

#alberta #albertaindependence #abpoli

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00:00 Introduction to Alberta Independence Advocacy

01:36 Transitioning from Petition to Referendum

01:37 Optimism and Challenges Ahead

03:41 Creating Civil Discourse

06:46 Engaging Urban Populations

09:22 Personal Journey into the Movement

12:36 Understanding the Historical Context

15:11 The Legal Pathway to Independence

17:54 Addressing Opposition and Fear

20:12 The Vision for Alberta's Future

22:40 Generational Impact of Independence

25:48 Economic Arguments for Independence

29:09 Unity and Division in Alberta

30:29 The Pursuit of Self-Determination

32:51 The Consequences of Inaction

41:09 Overcoming Fear Through Education

42:15 Engaging the Middle Ground

43:01 One-on-One Conversations for Change

44:43 Diverse Voices in Advocacy

47:59 Compassionate Concerns for Canada

50:44 Economic Implications of Independence

55:40 Property Rights and Agricultural Freedom

59:53 Perceptions of Farmers and Rural Life

01:03:05 The Significance of Referendum Day

Fergus Hodgson is a modern day Renaissance man, with degrees in finance, economics, and political science. He is an author, publisher, a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst, and founder of Econ Americas LLC, a financial consultancy devoted to alternative investments, stakeholder management, and jurisdictional arbitrage.

In our full interview, Fergus makes a holistic argument for Alberta independence, spanning the obvious economic wins, through the historical, cultural, marketing, and clear momentum which is furthering the case every day for a national divorce from a parasitic federal government holding us back.

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Learn more & get involved: Visit https://albertaprosperityproject.com to volunteer, donate or join.

#alberta #albertaindependence #abpoli #cdnpoli #economy

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__________00:00 Introduction to Fergus Hodgson02:54 The Case for Alberta's Independence06:53 Comparing Independence Movements: Alberta vs. Quebec11:49 Cultural and Economic Factors in Independence16:34 The Role of Media and Public Perception21:41 The U.S. Perspective on Alberta Independence26:53 The Future of Alberta and Canada31:59 Emotional Connections to National Identity35:03 Economic Implications of Alberta's Independence39:35 Public Trust and Economic Growth46:25 Cultural Distinctiveness and Immigration56:29 Addressing Misconceptions About Independence01:02:47 Predictions for Alberta's Future

In this in-depth interview, Michael Wagner, a seasoned researcher and author, shares the history and evolution of the Alberta independence movement, from Alberta's birth as a province, to the energy crisis, all the way to the present day. Watch to learn more about the impact of the National Energy Program, the role of political parties like Reform and WCC, and the influence of constitutional changes and centralizing policies.Michael Wagner is an independent researcher and writer with a PhD in political science from the University of Alberta who has authored several books on Alberta politics and the independence movement. He is also a columnist and the Western Standard. https://www.drmichaelwagner.com/Buy his books here: https://merchantship.ca/collections/books/dr-michael-wagnerLearn more & get involved: Visit https://albertaprosperityproject.com to volunteer, donate or join.-----00:00 The Roots of Alberta Independence06:22 Evolution of the Independence Movement12:26 Historical Context and Key Events16:02 The Impact of Pierre Trudeau21:15 The Quest for Representation26:51 Shifting Perspectives on Independence33:27 The Future of Alberta Independence40:14 The Impact of Referendums on Alberta's Political Landscape43:38 Leadership and Unity in the Alberta Independence Movement46:13 Comparing Alberta and Quebec: Lessons from History50:30 The Rhetoric of Independence: Combative Atmosphere in Canada53:27 The Role of Economic Rationality in Discussions01:00:34 Cultural Shifts and the Future of Alberta Independence-----#alberta #albertaindependence #abpoli #cdnpoli-----https://buymeacoffee.com/criticalcompassFollow us on X: https://x.com/thecritcompFollow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheCriticalCompassFollow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DsZovHse886ClKYHyzYMZMedia inquiries: [email protected]

Matthew Rowley is a pastor at Cremona Country Fellowship, a historical theologian, and a conservative political speaker with deep knowledge of Canadian history in the context of the British monarchy. He has a PhD in Historical Theology from McMaster Divinity College, with a particular focus in Political Theology. He is President of TLI Canada, a Christian missionary teaching organization, and Renew AlbertaIn this interview, Matthew and the boys discuss how our current political system designed by Pierre Trudeau ruined the good thing we had in pre-Charter constitutional monarchy Canada, why radical libertarian republicanism might not be the right path for an independent Alberta, and why looking to the values that defined our past is going to be imperative in building our future.Follow Matthew on X: https://x.com/mrowley1987https://renewalberta.ca/about-renew-alberta/https://trainingleaders.ca/-----00:00 Introduction to Dr. Matthew Rowley03:11 Alberta Independence and Monarchy07:13 The Role of Accountability in Monarchy11:29 The Current Political System and Its Flaws15:08 Restoring the Canadian Tradition18:26 Concerns About Corruption and Governance24:18 Demographic Shifts and Trust in Society26:03 The Immigrant Experience in Canada29:50 Cohesion and Multiculturalism in Society32:28 The Role of Government and Community Standards36:35 The Shift in Canadian Values and Governance40:18 Reflections on Alberta's Future and Independence57:16 Christian Ethics in Law and Society-----To learn where you can sign the petition on Alberta independence, visit https://stayfreealberta.com/ Learn more & get involved: Visit https://albertaprosperityproject.com to volunteer, donate or join.#alberta #albertaindependence #abpoli #cdnpoli-----https://buymeacoffee.com/criticalcompassFollow us on X: https://x.com/thecritcomp

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For over 14 years, the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms (JCCF) has defended Canadians' rights to free expression, religion, and bodily autonomy. In this interview, we chat with returning guest and JCCF President and Founder John Carpay about the history and role of the CRTC, what exactly "Canadian content" means, and the dystopian future Canadians have in store unless they deal with their ever-increasing government-regulated media landscape.Bill C-11 "Online Streaming Act" https://www.parl.ca/legisinfo/en/bill/44-1/c-11See the JCCF's active cases: https://www.jccf.ca/cases/Follow John Carpay and the JCCF on X: https://x.com/JCCFCanadaBuy John's book "Corrupted By Fear" on Amazon: https://a.co/d/h9K7mjf#cdnpoli #crtc #media #canadian _____________00:00 Introduction to CRTC and Its Role04:07 The Evolution of Canadian Content Regulations06:51 Ideological Underpinnings of CRTC Decisions10:11 Defining Canadian Identity and Content12:57 The Impact of CRTC on Media Consumption16:01 Historical Context of Canadian Identity18:53 The Changing Nature of Canadian Identity21:58 The CRTC's Influence on Public Perception25:03 The Future of Canadian Media and CRTC's Role31:06 The CRTC and Market Competition37:49 The Role of Government in Regulating Speech42:17 Free Speech and Offense46:31 Cultural Decadence and Sensitivity50:23 COVID-19, Lockdowns, and Death54:28 The Future of Media and Information Control____________https://buymeacoffee.com/criticalcompassFollow us on X: https://x.com/thecritcomp

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Leighton Grey is an Alberta-based lawyer, residential school truth advocate, & host of the Grey Matter Podcast. In this full length interview, we chat about a number of issues related to the history of Canada, the growing Alberta independence movement and where indigenous Albertans find themselves in that discussion, and how we must remember the importance of our historical Christian roots if we are to build a prosperous future.All Grey Matter Podcast links: https://linktr.ee/greymatterinfoFollow Leighton on X: https://x.com/GreyMatterConvoBuy Leighton's book "Lies, Laws, & Liberty" on Amazon.ca: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0FQ4HHFZT?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_PJ0M4KEJQQ25Q0P8C4XR&bestFormat=trueTo learn where you can sign the petition on Alberta independence, visit https://stayfreealberta.com/ Learn more & get involved: Visit https://albertaprosperityproject.com to volunteer, donate or join.00:00 Introduction to Alberta Independence07:56 Cultural and Religious Foundations of Society13:32 Personal Journeys and the Intersection of Faith and Science19:14 The Role of Christianity in Western Ethics26:30 Indigenous Perspectives on Education and Residential Schools32:46 The Historical Context of Colonialism in Canada37:13 Indigenous Identity and Agency43:34 The Challenges of Special Status and Representation49:29 The Path Forward for Indigenous Peoples54:12 Comparative Analysis: Indigenous Peoples and African Americans01:01:14 The Role of Government and Community in Empowerment#alberta #albertaindependence #abpoli #indigenous #treaty #christianity-----https://buymeacoffee.com/criticalcompassFollow us on X: https://x.com/thecritcomp

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