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Trauma radiologist Dr. Sara Raza (Eye for Iran) joins DrewXperience on how she treats wounded protesters and dissidents inside Iran remotely — the pellet wounds hospitals won’t touch, the danger of seeking care, and what oppression does to a body that can’t safely heal. Unfiltered. No talking points.

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Ali Speaks (@AlispeaksX) joins DrewXperience on Iran and a Middle East that is no longer frozen in 1979. We break the Islamic Republic’s position after the war, IRGC power, Israel, the U.S., and what comes next for Iranians and the region. Unfiltered geopolitics. No talking points.

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Marc Petrone of Juno News joins DrewXperience for an honest conversation on the state of Canada.

We cover the economy, defence, where the country is heading, and practical ways Canada can improve. Marc also shares how he got into media and what he’s seeing on the ground.

A clear-eyed look at the challenges facing Canada and what needs to change.

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In this special episode of DrewXperience, I sit down with Prof Noctis to talk about something personal: how Japanese RPGs have shaped lives, including my own.

We discuss the emotional depth of JRPGs, the stories that stick with you, and why these games mean more than just entertainment. From classic titles to the lessons they teach about perseverance, identity, and growth.

A different kind of conversation from my usual focus on politics and advocacy — this one is about passion, nostalgia, and the games that stay with us.

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In this episode of DrewXperience, I sit down with Josh from the Elev8 Podcast for a real conversation on conservatism in Canada.

We dig into:

• What it means to be a Tory in Maritime Canada
• The state of conservatism in Quebec
• Where the Conservative Party of Canada stands today
• How conservatives across regions can bridge differences and have the tough conversations needed

Honest talk on Canadian conservatism from two different corners of the country.

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Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
• 02:59 Podcast Beginnings and Evolution
• 06:02 Transition to Canadian Politics
• 08:51 Conservatism and Political Influence
• 11:50 Podcast Evolution and Political Engagement
• 14:59 Conservative Politics in Quebec and the Maritimes
• 17:59 Challenges in Quebec and Conservative Party Improvement
• 20:59 Election Analysis and Moving Forward
• 24:09 Final Thoughts and Conclusion
• 28:03 Political Strategy and Leadership
• 29:24 Election Missteps and Leadership Race
• 30:13 Foreign Relations and Trade Negotiations
• 32:01 Candidate Selection and MP Muzzling
• 31:08 Conservative Party's Response to Trump Administration
• 33:36 Conservative Party's Messaging and Strategy
• 40:15 Conservative Party's Leadership and Future Direction
• 53:00 Conservative Party's Future and Show's Direction

Iranian activist CertainlyNotParishad exposes the IRGC’s horrific atrocities against women and the dangerous leftist romance with the regime. Eye-opening truth on propaganda, violence, and why idolizing the IRGC is toxic.

Takeaways

• Iranian advocacy and the diaspora's role
• The importance of open conversations and unity for Iranian freedom

Chapters

• 00:00 Iranian Advocacy and Diaspora Role
• 01:42 Living in Iran and Reformist Figures
• 25:02 January 8th Events and Advocacy
• 30:11 The Diaspora's Role in Advocacy
• 44:18 Open Conversations and Unity for Iranian Freedom

In this episode of DrewXperience, Quebec Liberal MNA Michelle Setlakwe shares her journey from practicing law to entering Quebec politics, and what continues to motivate her as the representative for Mount Royal.

We discuss:

• Her transition from law into public life
• The challenges and rewards of representing Mount Royal
• What keeps her driven in Quebec politics
• Her perspective on serving her community

Michelle offers an honest and insightful look at life in provincial politics and the responsibility of representing one of Quebec’s most diverse ridings.

Full episode now available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

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In this powerful conversation, Conservative MP Scott Aitchison joins DrewXperience to break down Canada’s housing crisis and practical solutions to make housing more affordable and accessible — especially for special needs and neurodivergent Canadians.

Topics covered:

• The state of housing affordability in Canada
• Challenges facing special needs and autistic Canadians in the housing market
• Policy ideas to improve housing access and support
• Scott’s experience running for CPC leadership and representing Simcoe North
• Broader ideas for fixing Canada’s broken housing system

Scott Aitchison delivers honest, actionable insights on how Canada can build a more inclusive housing future.

If you or a loved one struggles with housing due to autism, disabilities, or economic pressures — this episode is a must-watch.

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Jason Brodsky on Iran’s nuclear threats & ambitions: Inside the regime’s dangerous escalation, breakout timeline, and what the West must do to stop it.

Full DrewXperience interview breaks down the IRGC’s strategy, regional risks, and global security implications.

Takeaways

• Iran's nuclear ambitions date back to the early part of the Islamic Revolution, and the regime's pursuit of nuclear capabilities has a long history.
• Diplomatic engagement with the Iranian regime has consistently failed over the past 47 years, and a pressure strategy is seen as the most viable long-term approach to prevent Iran from crossing the nuclear threshold. Iran's political landscape is shaped by influential figures and factions
• Diplomatic engagement with the Iranian regime requires a realistic and strategic approach

Chapters

• 00:00 The History of Iran's Nuclear Ambitions
• 25:36 The Failure of Diplomatic Engagement
• 32:07 Challenges of Reform and Human Rights Abuses
• 34:22 Understanding Iran's Political Landscape
• 36:39 The Role of Foreign Ministers and Political Backers
• 38:06 Challenges of Diplomatic Engagement
• 53:36 The Geopolitical Context of Iran

The conversation delves into the role of the Iranian diaspora in advocating for regime change and the complexity of the Iranian political landscape. It explores the motivation for serving, political engagement, negotiations, and political strategy in Iran. Additionally, it compares the Iranian political landscape to historical regimes and discusses the challenges faced by the Iranian diaspora. The conversation covers the impact of recession in Canada, new laws and regulations affecting social media and internet content, freedom of speech and expression, political and social issues in Canada, and the leadership and global impact of individuals and organizations. The discussion delves into the challenges faced by Canadians, the role of leadership in addressing these challenges, and the importance of global collaboration for positive change.

Takeaways

• Iranian diaspora's role in advocating for regime change
• The complexity of the Iranian political landscape Freedom of speech and expression
• Impact of new laws on social media and internet content
• Political and social issues in Canada

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Iranian Diaspora Advocacy
• 00:30 The Role of Brian Taef in Iranian Advocacy
• 01:24 The We Are Cyrus Project and Political Engagement
• 03:14 Motivation for Serving and Political Engagement
• 05:00 Involvement of Iranian Diaspora in Politics
• 08:12 Influence of Iranian Diaspora in Canada and the US
• 13:02 Negotiations and Political Strategy in Iran
• 19:40 Analysis of the IRGC and Political Dynamics
• 28:49 Comparison to Historical Regimes and Political Landscape
• 36:00 Challenges Faced by the Iranian Diaspora
• 40:05 Impact of Recession in Canada
• 41:17 New Laws and Regulations in Canada
• 43:12 Freedom of Speech and Expression
• 45:03 Political and Social Issues in Canada
• 52:13 Leadership and Global Impact