Welcome to another episode of Dialogue over Division. Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Marco Navarro-Génie, a distinguished academic and public policy expert with an extensive background in political science and history. Dr. Navarro-Génie holds degrees from Concordia University and the University of Calgary, where he earned his PhD. His academic focus spans radical revolutionary movements and cultural and political identity in Latin America.   In this episode, Dr. Navarro-Génie shares his journey from communist Nicaragua and what he learned growing up there, which drives his passion. We delve into his experiences on campus and the challenges he faced for holding his students to a high standard. We also discuss the importance of personal autonomy, his view that being "conservative" is a disposition rather than an ideology, and how this differs from "liberalism." Additionally, we explore the challenges of political partisanship and why it is important to get involved at a grassroots level.   We also speak to the book he co-authored, Canada's Covid: The Story of a Pandemic Moral Panic, which looks at the political and social dimensions of the response to Covid. Dr. Navarro-Génie offers a critical perspective on the moral panic that has influenced Canadian public policy during the pandemic, questioning why policymakers continue to promote fear and whether the national response to Covid has been excessive. You can purchase the book Canada's COVID: The Story of a Pandemic Moral Panic: Cooper PhD, Barry, Navarro-Genie PhD, Marco: 9781738754908: Books - Amazon.ca. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Marco Navarro-Génie as we explore these important issues and more on Dialogue over Division. This podcast series is your guide to becoming a more informed and engaged citizen. It's a call to action for you to take an active role in maintaining the vitality of our democracy. Connect with Eva Chipiuk: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.chipiuk.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X/Rumble/YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@echipiuk⁠⁠⁠ Eva Chipiuk is not your typical lawyer. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Science, a Law Degree and a Masters of Law in Alternative Dispute Resolution. Eva has made a career representing David in the fight against Goliath. She has represented clients against large energy companies and the government. Her unique education and work experience has empowered her to represent clients and protect their rights in a unique and a more holistic way. Eva believes that in order for Canadians to be familiar with their legal rights and political systems, they must become active members in the democratic process. On this podcast, “Dialogue Over Division”, the goal is to empower Canadians to learn and engage in meaningful conversations about democracy and how we can come together as a nation to make a difference. Together we can work towards a brighter and more united Canada.