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Fear vs. Policy: What the Election Results Really Mean

The election’s over but the fallout is just beginning. What will Mark Carney do next? Can Pierre Poilievre hold on to power? Will the NDP prop up the Liberals to form a majority? David Leis and his guests former Liberal MP Dan McTeague and former Premier of Saskatchewan Grant Devine unpack it all. Fear vs. policy, winners vs. survivors, and what it means for Canada's future. If you're happy or discouraged by the results, this conversation will give you the clarity and hope you need. 

Liberals or Conservatives? There Will Be a Political Earthquake for Canada

With the election just days away, what’s going to happen? Could the Liberals clinch a fourth term, or are the Conservatives poised for a surprise surge? 
Columnist Barbara Kay and Frontier Centre's Marco Navarro-Genie share their predictions and what policy changes are needed to secure Canada’s future. 

Is Trump Unintentionally Boosting the Liberals? Conrad Black Reacts

President Donald Trump’s goals might make sense but his style doesn’t, says historian and former politician Conrad Black. From calling Canada the "51st state" to slapping on tariffs, Black says Trump’s approach risks damaging U.S.-Canada ties. Could his tough talk give the Liberals a boost or be the final push for change? 

Have We Wasted 10 Years? What Canada Needs Now

Canada’s economy is barely growing. Affordability is out of control. And yet—this isn’t the top issue on the campaign trail. 
Is our economic future at stake? What bold policies are needed to get Canada moving again? And why aren’t more leaders addressing it head-on? 
Canadians have every right to be frustrated—and it’s time to ask the hard questions. 

Canada Is Failing, And No One Is Stopping It!

Tom Caldwell warns that Canada is losing some of its brightest minds at an alarming rate, and it’s a serious problem for the nation. As President, CEO, and Director of Urbana Corporation, a publicly traded investment firm, he argues that while Canada is a great place to start a business, it’s not a great place to grow one. He points to interprovincial trade barriers, an anti-growth mindset, and Quebec’s uncertain commitment to the country as key obstacles. Why don’t we have free trade within our own borders? Are we truly a unified country, or is dysfunction costing Canadians millions? David asks Tom what he would do if he was in government. You need to hear this.  

Election Update: Carney's Tax Scandal, Singh Talks Big Business, Poilievre Draws Record Crowds

With Mark Carney facing tough questions, Jagmeet Singh pledging tax reform, and Pierre Poilievre drawing massive crowds, this election is heating up fast. 
What do the latest polls say? What’s next for the top parties? And which direction will Canada take on April 28? 
Join the LIVE Thursday at 2pm CT on YouTube, X and Facebook.  

Canada’s Healthcare is Collapsing! —How Do We Fix It?

Canada’s healthcare system is in crisis—costs are rising, wait times are getting worse, and over 5 million Canadians are stuck waiting months for emergency surgery. Colin Craig, President of SecondStreet.org, says this isn’t just a post-COVID problem; the system was failing long before. Why isn’t the government making healthcare a priority? In this episode, he breaks down what’s really wrong and lays out a plan to fix it—if politicians are willing to listen. 

Ordinary People Can STOP Paying Taxes, Here's How

Mark J. Quann, author of Be Smart, Pay Zero Taxes, reveals how the average person—even with just $100—can legally stop paying taxes. A Canadian high school dropout turned U.S. financial expert, Quann teaches everyday Americans and Canadians the same wealth-building strategies used by millionaires and billionaires for decades. In this episode, he breaks down the "Buy, Borrow, Die" method and explains how it works. 

Trump Exposed Canada’s Weaknesses. Can Canada Be Fixed?

Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague says Canada's democracy is broken—and prorogued Parliament only made it worse. Meanwhile, while some Canadians are outraged at President Donald Trump, McTeague argues he’s simply exposed Canada’s weaknesses—on pipelines, EVs, and interprovincial trade. Has it taken an outsider to remind us of our own nation’s strength? How do we turn things around in Canada? 

Why Faith Is as Important as Health

What are you called to do? Author Shilo Creed knows her calling—to write novels, and she’s written 38 of them. She shares how a major health scare challenged her beliefs and led her to a deeper, more functional faith—one that truly works when tested. She explains why developing our spiritual side is just as essential as physical health, because when life’s challenges come, only a strong, trained faith can move mountains. 
Check out Shilo's website: Shilocreed.com