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How long will free speech remain free? In this conversation with Kirk Lubimov, Jeremy and David uncover the truth behind Bill C-9, the expansion of hate-speech laws, and the growing threat to free expression in Canada.

As Canadians, we think we live in a democracy that respects our rights. But do we really? Or are we coasting on myths about the Charter, the courts, and our own responsibilities as citizens? Eva Chipiuk, the lawyer who cross-examined Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over his use of the Emergencies Act, is here to ask the hard questions. What if the real crisis in Canada isn't Left vs. Right, but citizens vs. their own ignorance of the system that rules them?

Journalist and author Rupa Subramanya joins David and Jeremy for a deep, unapologetic conversation about the direction of Canada: from de-banking and emergency powers to immigration, economic stagnation, and the future we're building for our kids. Is any political leader willing to tell Canadians the truth about the hard path to recovery?

Alberta independence: is it a fantasy... or the only realistic path to prosperity? Mitch Sylvestre and Jeffrey Rath, two leaders from the Alberta Prosperity Project, join the show to argue that Ottawa is actively harming Albertans and that negotiated fixes are political theatre. In this episode, we dig into their plan, "day one" promises, economics—and the hard questions, like how to handle CPP, passports, borders, and Indigenous rights.

Former political leader Stockwell Day joins Jeremy and David for a powerful conversation about Canada’s future, from runaway government spending to the erosion of democratic dialogue.

Stockwell shares insider insight from his time as Alberta’s finance minister and federal leader, revealing why debt isn’t just financial, it’s moral.

They discuss:

• What the latest federal budget really means for everyday Canadians
• How bureaucracy and inefficiency hold governments hostage
• Whether Alberta’s independence talk is justified
• And why responsible leadership is about more than politics, it’s about truth and legacy.

👉 "If you’re only watching CBC or CNN, you’re missing half the story." - Stockwell Day

🎧 Tune in for a grounded, unfiltered, and surprisingly hopeful look at where Canada’s headed.

 

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David and Jeremy sit down with David Leis, President of the Frontier Centre for Public Policy, to unpack the Richmond, B.C. land-claim ruling that’s shaking the foundation of property rights across Canada. What does this mean for homeowners, investors, and the future of Canadian democracy? This growing divide over truth, reconciliation, and free speech could define our nation’s next decade. 

In this episode, David and Jeremy tackle the state of Canadian politics, identity, and leadership in 2025. From Calgary's election recount and Mark Carney's national address, to Danielle Smith's narrow win and the growing divide across Canada, this conversation asks the hard questions. Leave a comment and join the conversation.

In this episode of Citizen, we break down some of the biggest issues facing Canadians today:

• The Alberta teachers' strike: Why are teachers demanding massive pay increases during tough economic times?
• Government spending: Bad policy and weak leadership are driving businesses like Stellantis out of Canada. 
• The future of faith-based charities: Ottawa's proposed changes to charitable tax status could threaten churches, mosques, and community organizations that support families in need.
• AI bias: Does ChatGPT have a hidden political bias? How should Canadians stay informed without falling for misinformation or censorship?

Let's think critically about where Canada is headed, and what it means to stand up for faith, freedom, and common sense in today's world.