Like the show? Become a Patron today! On today's episode: the drama continues in the CPC leadership race, Canadians must not take their democracy for granted, and a tragic story out of Calgary serves as a reminder that racism and prejudice are deeply rooted in our systems. Follow Rodger on Twitter Follow Shailene on Twitter

On today's episode, Joe is joined by writer, artist, and 2SLGBTQ+ activist Adam Zivo, who is on location in Ukraine. Adam shares what he's seen so far, including his narrow escape from an area under heavy shelling from the Russians. Like what you hear? Become a Patron today. Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Adam on Twitter

As Canadians are left wondering what the implications of Roe v Wade are north of the 49th, Rodger and Jessa McLean are joined in studio by London-based Maternal Fetal Medicine physician, Dr. Genevieve Eastabrook to explore just how fragile and unequal abortion is in Canada. https://twitter.com/itsrodgermoran (Follow Rodger on Twitter) https://twitter.com/Jessa_McLean (Follow Jessa on Twitter) https://twitter.com/placentadoc (Follow Dr. Eastabrook on Twitter) https://twitter.com/BPofDisruption...

Like the show? Support us on Patreon! Pierre Poilievre's "pay-as-you-go" approach to spending might work in the home, but not in the government. Inflation continues to rise, and while corporate greed might be one of the contributing factors, only government policy can be the solution. Santiago tries to convince Rodger that the Greens are relevant, but Rodger remains highly unconvinced.

On today's episode, Rodger and Santiago pull back the window dressing solutions the Trudeau government are offering on climate change, transportation and labour relations. Then they head to Colombia to talk about Gustavo Petro's incredible victory in the Colombian presidential election and what lessons can be learned by Canadian progressives.

Like the show? Support us on Patreon. Rodger is joined by Peter Bergmanis, Chair of the London Health Coalition, to discuss what’s at stake in privatizing our healthcare and how we can fight it. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________

Like the show? Support us on Patreon. This week we're joined by Washington Post columnist David Moscrop and commentator, columnist, and True North fellow Andrew Lawton for a postmortem on the Ontario election. Why went wrong, who won, and who lost? About David Moscrop David Moscrop is a contributing columnist for The Washington Post, the host of the podcast Open to Debate, and the author of "Too Dumb for Democracy? Why We Make Bad Political Decisions and How We Can Make Better Ones." Follow...

Like the show? Support us on Patreon! Toronto District School Board Trustee and 2021 NDP Candidate Norm Di Pasquale drops by the studio to chat with Rodger and Santiago about all things that plague our society and politics, and how we can all do better. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________

Like the show? Support us on Patreon! We’re in our feelings about this election as we enter the home stretch. We talk all things election Ontario and the big plans of the parties. Then, we’re joined by Andy Kroeber, NDP candidate for Elgin-Middlesex-London to discuss his riding and what the good people of the region need from Queen’s Park. Santiago steps in to guest co-host. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________

Fan of the show? Support us on Patreon! We’re joined by former Ontario and federal Minister of Health Tony Clement and (newly) former ONDP MPP Rima Berns-McGown to discuss all things Ontario election and just who Ontarians should select on June 2nd. About Hon. Tony Clement The Honourable Tony Clement is a former Minister in the Stephen Harper Government federally, and the Mike Harris and Ernie Eves Governments in the Province of Ontario. During his time in the House of Commons (2006-2019) Mr....

Like the show? Support us on Patreon! June 3rd is coming fast and furious. Where do the polls stand and can red or orange break through? Can the NDP find the winning message? Then, we’re joined by Sam Kaplun, Independent candidate for MPP in Eglington-Lawrence. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________

Like the show? Support us on Patreon! New season, new format, new schedule. We’re joined by Jess McLean to discuss her new show on the New Left Media Network. The Ontario Liberals propose the NDP’s policy they opposed last year. Th PM made a surprise trip to Ukraine. Conservatives gather for an unofficial debate — the result is, we all lose. _________ Follow Joe on Twitter Follow Rodger on Twitter _________

Like the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! It's April Fools Day and it's Carbon Tax Increase Day! It's unlucky timing for the tax increase, with gas prices through the roof Conservatives will be on a rampage of blame. The budget drops on April 7th, expect it kick off a serious debate on defence spending and present the first real test to the NDP-Liberal Confidence and Supply Agreement. Then, what private member bills should we be watching as they work their...

Fan of the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! Each week, we’ll bring you a panel discussion with Canada’s leading journalists, columnists, politicos, and change-makers discussing what’s happening in the newsphere. This week, we’re joined by Professor Radhika Desai and MP Peter Fragiskatos, to debate the role of NATO in a changing world and Canada’s place in a changing NATO. With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continuing, what does the conflict mean for the...

Like the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! The race for Conservative Party leader is heating up as the endorsements roll in and the battle lines are taking shape. Patrick Brown announces his campaign co-chair, former CPC MP and Canadian Alliance Interim Leader John Reynolds, a Harperite. Is Brown signaling to neocons that he’s their guy? What does conservative internationalism mean for Canada? Santiago guest...

Fan of the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! Infant food insecurity. In Canada. In 2022. Author and academic, Lesley Frank joins us to discuss her research and book, Out of Milk, Infant Food Insecurity in a Rich Nation. Why is it that the most vulnerable among us go hungry in one of the wealthiest nations in the world? How deep does the problem go? What can be done about it? About Out of Milk: Infant Food Insecurity in a Rich Nation “Did you ever go to bed...

Like the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! The Ford government proudly announces a new deal that will bring thousands of EV battery manufacturing jobs to Windsor, but declines to answer questions as to how much the province is giving the corporations in incentives. Then, CEO of Blackrock Larry Fink lays some major predictions on shareholders in his annual letter in response to the war in Ukraine — the end of globalization, distress to supply chains, and...

Like the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! Unifor accuses former president Jerry Dias of corruption in the saddest story in labour today. Then, the battle to unseat Jason Kenney is heating up. Will he lose his premiership in what may be the largest political convention in Canadian history. _________ https://twitter.com/Joe_Roberts01 (Follow Joe on Twitter) https://twitter.com/itsrodgermoran (Follow Rodger on Twitter) _________

Like the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! Yesterday’s announcement of the details of the Supply Agreement between New Democrats and Liberals paves the way for certainty in government for the next three years and delivers hard won change for Canadians. We explore the agreement and the politics around it. _________ https://twitter.com/Joe_Roberts01 (Follow Joe on Twitter) https://twitter.com/itsrodgermoran (Follow Rodger on Twitter) _________

Fan of the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! We're joined by Cory Johnston, host of The Mind of a Skeptical Leftist, to discuss his journey to the left from a Conservative upbringing, the politics of Saskatchewan, and Anarchism. About Cory Johnston Cory is a podcaster and youtube creatorwho comes at politics and theory from an anarchist lens. When not creating content for you to enjoy, he spends his work days as a laborer in the oilfields of conservative...

Like the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! Rodger’s back and two more Conservatives jump into the leadership race, taking the total to eight. Who are they? Does it matter or is it a race between Brown/Charest and Poilievre? CP Rail employees go on strike and the government immediately threatens to force them back to work. Can labour laws be fixed to protect the right of workers to strike? _________ https://twitter.com/Joe_Roberts01 (Follow Joe on...

Like the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! Rodger’s still on Spring Break so Santiago is filling in. We cover OPSEU and Ontario colleges and universities avoiding a strike what does it mean for students, faculty, and politics? Then, the government is lifting the testing requirement for border crossing. The timing is odd, no? _________ https://twitter.com/Joe_Roberts01 (Follow Joe on Twitter) https://twitter.com/itsrodgermoran (Follow Rodger on...

Fan of the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! Each week, we’ll bring you a panel discussion with Canada’s leading journalists, columnists, politicos, and change-makers discussing what’s happening in the newsphere. This week, we’re joined by Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion and Liberal MP for Windsor-Tecumseh Irek Kusmierczyk and commentator and columnist Andrew Lawton, to debate the...

Like the show? https://www.patreon.com/newleftradio (Support us on Patreon)! Rodger’s on Spring Break so Santiago is filling in. Patrick Brown slams Pierre Poilievre’s pst support of the niqab ban and other Harper era platform pieces that play on Canadians base fears and islamophobia. Pierre strikes back. Then, a strike is all but certain for Ontario university faculty. What does it mean for students and faculty? _________ https://twitter.com/Joe_Roberts01 (Follow Joe on...