The Political Paradox Podcast

This weekly Canadian based podcast looks at current events and politics. We advocate for: Peace, Love, Liberty, Personal Responsibility, and Limited Government.

Too Little, Too Late | 195 02/03/2025

Too Little, Too Late | 195 This Episode: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau steps down, is it too little, too late? Then, Ontarians are going to the polls early, is this political opportunism? Plus, how much are you really saving under the federal Government's so-called GST Holiday? Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/35126275

Meet The New Boss, Same As The Old Boss | 194 11/14/2024

Meet The New Boss, Same As The Old Boss | 194 This Episode: We break down the 2024 election results. Then, polling suggest that a Majority of Canadians want to keep the door open to new immigrants… but do they really? Plus, Do you still subscribe to cable? Your TV line-up may change significantly in January. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/33922202

The House is Back | 193 09/11/2024

The House is Back | 193 This Episode: Parliament is back in session, is an election around the corner? Then, do government handouts affect media coverage? Plus, we take a look at the latest US election news. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/33005087

Will The 2025 Federal Election Be Pushed Back? | 192 06/10/2024

Will The 2025 Federal Election Be Pushed Back? | 192 This Episode: Inflation continues to grow, even though the media is saying it’s falling, what’s the real story? Then, Canada’s 2025 election date could be pushed back, and the reason may shock you. Plus, fears about privatizing healthcare in Ontario, but what’s the REAL fear? Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/31688917

The Liberals Can’t Catch a Break | 191 05/13/2024

The Liberals Can’t Catch a Break | 191 This Episode: Political turmoil in Ottawa, the word wacko gets one politician kicked out. Then, Ontario drivers are now subject to a breathalyzer test by the OPP even if you haven’t been drinking; is this a violation of civil liberties? Plus, federal hate speech legislation comes under fire, if Elon Musk and Margaret Atwood agree it’s bad… it must be REALLY bad. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/31246597

63% Of Canadians No Longer Trust The Corporate Press | 190 03/04/2024

63% Of Canadians No Longer Trust The Corporate Press | 190 This Episode: More cuts at big media companies, did they do it to themselves? Then, 6 feet of social distancing… they made it up. Plus, what do Canadians think of state run healthcare? Turns out… not much. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/30229578

History Didn’t Just Begin 6 Seconds Ago (Quick Hit) | 189 01/12/2024

History Didn’t Just Begin 6 Seconds Ago (Quick Hit) | 189 This Episode: We talk about the Israel-Hamas war, unrealistic promises of Ontario’s new Liberal leader, and a new approach to healthcare in Alberta. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/29457708

Trudeau Rearranges His Cabinet | 188 09/27/2023

Trudeau Rearranges His Cabinet | 188 This Episode: Parliament's fall session is underway; can the Trudeau liberals boost their popularity? Then, The federal government removes the GST on new apartment builds, will this bring housing costs down? Plus, turns out that paper straws aren’t so good for the environment after all. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/28162235

The Corporate Press Can’t Be Trusted | 187 07/13/2023

The Corporate Press Can’t Be Trusted | 187 This Episode: Social media companies are pulling Canadian news links from their platforms, what effect will this have on the news industry? Then, pride month yielded a bunch of interesting stories, is there a rift developing in the LGBT community? Plus, last week was reportedly the hottest week in earth’s history… but was it? Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/27424530

Leave The Kids Alone | 186 (Quick Hit) 06/15/2023

Leave The Kids Alone | 186 (Quick Hit) This Episode: Bank of Canada hikes interest rate again, Blue Jays pitcher Anthony Bass removed from team's roster, and the gender ideology protests in Ottawa. Show Notes: http://www.politicalparadox.ca/186 /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/27104319

Episode 1 - Revisited 06/08/2023

Episode 1 - Revisited This Episode: We revisit the very first episode we ever did. /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/27087075

How NOT To Debate a Political Opponent | 185 03/18/2023

How NOT To Debate a Political Opponent | 185 This Episode: Trudeau announces an “Independent” investigation into foreign election interference, but how independent will it actually be? Then, Bill C-18 is in the works, should online news sites be compensated when their articles appear in search engines? Plus, Tickets here, get your tickets here… or not. Should ticketmaster be broken up? Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/26239548

Who Watches The Watchers? | 184 02/03/2023

Who Watches The Watchers? | 184 This Episode: Happy New Year! Here are the ways the state will get bigger in 2023. Then, the Kraken subvariant makes it’s debut, and the media is leaving out one very important detail. Plus, a London woman sues a concert venue for overserving her alcohol, at what point does personal responsibility begin? Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/25825545

Privileged Politicians | 183 12/10/2022

Privileged Politicians | 183 This Episode: Justin Trudeau testifies at the emergencies act inquiry, and boy was it cringy. Then, Chrystia Freeland admits she’s an elite, finally we get some truth. Plus, a poll suggests that a majority of Canadians support mask mandates, but the real world evidence suggests otherwise. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/25261092

The False Illusion of ‘Sanctuary Cities’ | 182 10/22/2022

The False Illusion of ‘Sanctuary Cities’ | 182 This Episode: Polls show that federal support is waning for the Liberal Party, but you wouldn't know that by reading the headline. Then, the federal government announces a review of the cannabis act, has the legalization of marijuana achieved its original stated goals? Plus, progressives declare 'sanctuary cities' but then turn immigrants away when they show up, we'll explore this huge hypocrisy. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/24740511

Yesterday’s Conspiracy Theory, Is Today’s Reality | 181 09/02/2022

Yesterday’s Conspiracy Theory, Is Today’s Reality | 181 This Episode: Lisa LaFlamme is out at CTV News, was this ageism, sexism… or something else? Then, Toronto’s top housing official says Landlords shouldn’t be allowed to raise rents between tenants, will this benefit renters? Plus, we talk about the academic practice of peer review, is it all it’s cracked up to be? Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/24215805

What’s Behind These Rising Prices? | 180 07/11/2022

What’s Behind These Rising Prices? | 180 This Episode: Voter turnout in Ontario’s election at an all-time low… what’s the reason for this? Then, Freedom convoy protesters return to Ottawa on Canada Day, and the media smear job was out in full force. Plus, Is it really oil costs that are responsible for rising prices across the board? Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/23701253

The Ontario Leaders Debate | 179 05/27/2022

The Ontario Leaders Debate | 179 This Episode: Real Time analysis of the Ontario leaders debate. Timeline: 00:00:30 - Opening thoughts 00:09:23 - The debate and real time analysis 02:40:00 - Final thoughts Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/23250584

What REALLY Causes Inflation? | 178 05/07/2022

What REALLY Causes Inflation? | 178 This Episode: The Federal NDP agrees to prop up the Liberals for the next three years, but how long will this agreement really last? Then, a majority of Canadians support defunding the CBC, will it ever actually happen? Plus, the annual sunshine list is out in Ontario, does this list inadvertently cause more government spending? Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/23003735

Why Did Russia Invade Ukraine? |177 03/27/2022

Why Did Russia Invade Ukraine? |177 This Episode: We take a look into what led to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Then, The federal emergencies act is gone almost as quickly as it was implemented, but was it even necessary in the first place? Plus, How many lives did the pandemic lockdowns save? A new study has some dismal conclusions. /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/22586876

The Small Fringe Minority | 176 02/04/2022

The Small Fringe Minority | 176 This Episode: Thousands gather on parliament hill to protest Vaccine mandates, but what we saw on TV didn’t match reality. Then, a new poll shows support for government COVID measures waning; will things ever get back to normal? Plus, musical artists are taking a stand against misinformation. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/21980255

The Razors Edge of Insanity? | 175 01/13/2022

The Razors Edge of Insanity? | 175 This Episode: Canada locking down… again; stop me if you think you've heard this one before. Then, the Ontario government considers giving benefits to gig workers; don’t they know that private insurance alternatives already exist? Plus, new laws that are coming your way in 2022. /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/21721604

A Pandemic Of The Vaccinated | 174 12/11/2021

A Pandemic Of The Vaccinated | 174 This Episode: The Omicron variant is here, how concerned should we be? Then, you know that $200 PCR test from border travel? You can get it for free. Plus, we reveal the most dangerous Christmas songs to drive to. /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/21442193

This is What Passes For a Nobel Prize? | 173 11/05/2021

This is What Passes For a Nobel Prize? | 173 This Episode: The federal government says ‘no EI for you’ for those fired for not disclosing their vaccination status. Then, a Canadian born economist wins a Nobel Prize for peddling economic fallacies, we’ll set the record straight. Plus, the Ontario Libertarian Party elects a new leader, Mark Snow sits down with us for a one-on-one interview. /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/21016022

Meet The New Boss, Same as The Old Boss | 172 09/30/2021

Meet The New Boss, Same as The Old Boss | 172 This Episode: Election 44 is in the books; well, that was a big waste of time. Then, should Erin O’Toole be given a second chance as Conservative leader? Plus, the real cost of ‘free’ Canadian healthcare. /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/20610926

The English Leaders Debate | 171 09/11/2021

The English Leaders Debate | 171 This Episode: Real time reaction to the English leaders debate. Timeline: 00:00:30 - Opening thoughts 00:03:33 - The debate and real time analysis 02:05:21 - Final thoughts Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/20440319

A Split Society | 170 09/04/2021

A Split Society | 170 This Episode: Legalized discrimination; Vaccine passports come to Canada. Then, the housing market has become a hot election issue; how do we lower housing prices? Plus, which party do Canadians think has a hidden agenda? The answer might surprise you. /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/20358035

A Snap Election | 169 08/26/2021

A Snap Election | 169 This Episode: And they're off, Canada’s 44th federal election campaign is underway. Then, the dates are set for the leaders debates, who's in and who's out? Plus, you won't believe who Facebook has tasked as being their official fact checker for the election; other the other hand, maybe you will believe it. /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/20238683

Billionaires In Space, That's a Good Thing | 168 08/05/2021

Billionaires In Space, That's a Good Thing | 168 This Episode: Are we headed for a fall election? All signs point to yes. Then, Billionaires in space, we explain the positive side. Plus, everything wrong with progressive thought summed up in one Facebook post; let’s fact check the fact checkers. /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/20022500

Bills, Bills, Bills | 167 07/08/2021

Bills, Bills, Bills | 167 This Episode: Democracy dies in darkness; Canada's social media censorship bill passes in the middle of the night. Then, single game sports betting is soon to be legal in Canada, it's about time. Plus, the Ontario government adds financial literacy to its math curriculum, maybe they should worry about balancing their own books. Show Notes: /episode/index/show/politicalparadox/id/19701287

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