In this episode of Drewsperience, I sit down with Sonduren, creator of Life with Sonduren, for a thoughtful conversation about community, crime, and the importance of honest dialogue in today’s Canada.We discuss the challenges many communities are facing, how crime is affecting everyday Canadians, and why open conversations about difficult issues are necessary for real solutions. Sonduren shares his perspective on community engagement, social responsibility, and the role conversations play in bridging divides and building stronger communities.Topics include:• Crime and community safety in Canada• The importance of open conversations• Social responsibility and engagement• Building stronger communities• The mission behind Life with SondurenThis episode focuses on understanding the issues people are talking about and why respectful dialogue is essential for moving forward. To connect with Sonduren:Instagram: lifewithsondurenX: lifewitsondurenTiktok:LifewithsondurenYoutube:  @lifewithsonduren  Drewsperience:Instagram: DrewsperienceX: DrewsperienceTiktok: DrewsperienceBuymeacoffee: buymeacoffee.com/drewsperienceDrewsperience on Audio:Spotify🎧: https://open.spotify.com/show/0NQiaeQf1aJo2JQHgyGqnz?si=c85b671c7a7c4c9fApple Podcasts🍎📱: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-drewsperience/id1612653086

In this episode of Drewsperience, I sit down with Alex Brown of Juno News to discuss free speech, conservative advocacy, and the importance of building independent institutions in Canada.

Alex is the founder of Without Diminishment and has been involved with the National Citizens Coalition, where he has worked on issues surrounding civil liberties, public policy, and grassroots activism.

We discuss how Without Diminishment was founded, the role of alternative media like Juno News in shaping political discourse, and why defending free expression has become one of the defining issues in modern Canadian politics.

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In this episode of Drewsperience, I’m joined by Eliot Daiganault of Right Cast to break down the Conservative Party of Canada’s challenges in Quebec and what it will take to win the next general election.

We discuss CPC messaging, grassroots strategy, voter outreach in Quebec, and whether the party can build a winning coalition nationally. If you care about Canadian conservatism, election strategy, and the road to a CPC majority, this episode is for you. To connect with Elliot and Drew:

IG: hrh_elliot rightcallpodcastX: hrh_elliot

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In this episode of Drewsperience, I’m joined by Mike Lake of the Conservative Party of Canada to discuss autism awareness, mental health, and special needs advocacy in Canada.

Drawing from his experience as a father of a son on the autism spectrum, Mike shares why early diagnosis, access to services, research, and mental health support are critical for Canadian families — especially amid rising costs and long waitlists.

A powerful conversation on advocacy, policy, and building a more inclusive future. To Connect with Minister Lake:Web page:ourcommons.ca/members/en/mike-lakeX: MikeLakeMPInstagram: MikeLakeMPDrewsperience:Instagram: DrewsperienceX: DrewsperienceBuymeacoffee: buymeacoffee.com/drewsperienceDrewsperience on Audio:Spotify🎧: Spotify.com/theDrewsperienceApple Podcasts🍎📱: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-drewsperience

In this episode of Drewsperience, Drew sits down with Grace Daou to talk about her decision to join the Conservative Party of Canada (CPC) and why she believes it’s the party that can bring real change to Canada.Grace shares her perspective on conservative values, political renewal, and what Canadians should expect in the next election cycle. She also discusses the importance of leadership, accountability, and citizen engagement in shaping the country’s future.

To connect with Grace:

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In this episode of Drewperience, I talk with Margie Ramos, founder of Tallowed and Free, about natural skincare, entrepreneurship, and her experience running in Canadian politics.To Connect with Margie:Instagram: tallowedandfree, itsmargierwebsite: tallowedandfree.com

In this episode of Drewsperience, I sit down with Desirée McGraw, Member of the National Assembly for NDG, to discuss what inspired her to enter politics, the key concerns facing residents of Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, and how Quebec’s political landscape is evolving.We explore local priorities in NDG, community engagement, and her perspective on Charles Milliard’s leadership heading into Quebec’s next political chapter.A thoughtful conversation on representation, leadership, and the future of Quebec politics.🎙️ Topics Covered:• What motivated Desirée McGraw to run for office• Top issues impacting NDG residents• The political climate in Quebec• Charles Milliard’s leadership directionSubscribe for more long-form conversations on Canadian and Quebec politics.To connect with Desiree:desireemcgraw.ca (has all socials)To connect with Drewsperience:Instagram: DrewsperienceX: Drewphlosion005, DrewsperienceDrewsperience on Audio: Spotify: Drewsperience PodcastApple Podcasts: The Drewsperience

Quebec Liberal MNA Elisabeth Prass joins the Drewsperience for a candid conversation on women in politics, balancing motherhood (including raising a child with special needs), perspectives on Iran, and the road to the 2026 Quebec election.We dive into her journey in public service, the challenges and strengths women bring to leadership, and why inclusive representation matters now more than ever. To connect with Elisabeth:X: @elisabethprassIG:elisabethprassdmgTo connect with Drewsperience audiot:Spotify: The DrewsperienceApple Podcasts: The Drewsperience

In this unfiltered and unscripted conversation, Ryan and Tanya from Northern Perspective join the Drewsperience to discuss where Canadian conservatism is heading, the role of independent media, and why authentic conversations are key to rebuilding trust and momentum.We explore ideas, culture, media, and leadership — focusing not on what’s broken, but on what can be built.

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In this episode of Drewsperience, Spencer Fernando joins me for a deep dive into Canada’s defence policy and our role in a rapidly shifting world. We discuss why he became passionate about military issues, Canada’s military history, where our government has dropped the ball, and what real rebuilding would look like. We break down defence spending, resource development, Canada’s strategic partnerships, and the F-35 vs Gripen debate. A must-watch for anyone who cares about Canada’s security, sovereignty, and future on the global stage.To connect with Spencer:X: spencerfernandoWebsite: spencerfernando.comDrewsperience:IG: drewsperienceX: DrewsperienceDrewsperience on audio📱🎧:https://open.spotify.com/show/0NQiaeQf1aJo2JQHgyGqnz?si=4b43d47fafd643b6