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We have what the world needs and wants, but can we get it to those who will pay? Heather Exner-Pirot on No Nonsense. 

We are now entering year five of the Russia-Ukraine war, and more warnings of a possible US attack on Iran. Foreign policy expert Richard Shimooka on No Nonsense. 

Our tax system plays favourites, making it complicated and confusing  for taxpayers and businesses alike. Jack Mintz, the country's leading tax policy expert, has some ideas for a fix.

Bridgegate, F-35s, and why we are staying so quiet when China – our new “strategic partner” – jails a free speech advocate. Our wise person panel joins No Nonsense, Tasha Kheiriddin, Margaret McCuaig-Johnston, and Mark Norman. 

A great convo with Bronwyn and Brian about Canada-US relations, energy politics, and whether there will even be a pipeline, on their podcast Pipeline Online. Listen to more episodes of the Pipeline Online Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/@BrianZinchuk/videos  https://pipelineonline.ca/podcasts/

Pollster Darrell Bricker says the risk of western separatism is being fueled by the attitude of those who refuse to accept it’s real. Join us on this edition of No Nonsense. 

Parliament is back and Davos seems like an eternity ago. With Sean Speer, we’ll take a second look at the Prime Minister’s “New World Order” and the future of Conservative politics, on No Nonsense. 

We might be listening to one other - but are we truly hearing the message? Deborah Tannen explains the pitfalls of modern communication.

Donald Trump's threats to invade Greenland set off a frenzy at Davos - but within hours there was a deal in the works. Christian Leuprecht weighs in.

The Canadian diplomat held hostage for more than 1000 days by the communist government of China gives us his take on the new Canada-China trade and “strategic” partnership. Michael Kovrig on No Nonsense. You can find his articles and interviews referenced in this episode at https://michaelkovrig.substack.com . 

From Venezuela to confrontations with ICE... all have become partisan flash points. Pollster and author Cliff Young explores the deep divides in Nativist Nation: Populism, Grievance, Identity and the Transformation of American politics.

Is the media actually providing Canadians with facts and context? Our panel with Tara Henley, Brian Lilley, and Peter Menzies  looks at the aversion to “controversial” content.

Making smart financial decisions doesn't mean complicated math! David Chilton, author of The Wealthy Barber, on how you can navigate today’s risky economic landscape.

It will cost families another $1000 to put food on the table next year. The Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois explains why!

Heather Exner-Pirot on the winners and whiners in the Canada-Alberta energy deal - Her optimistic take on No Nonsense.

Do we risk the wrath of the US and NATO partners by walking away from the F-35 in the name of sovereignty – costing us jobs and millions in the process? Our “really smart” panel has the inside story on No Nonsense . 

The latest corruption scandal has weakened Ukraine’s hand as it faces a new ultimatum from the US and Russia. Is the price of peace too high? Diane Francis explains.

Canada owns less than 1% of global intellectual property despite billions of dollars invested. Jim Balsillie on how to stop others from monetizing on what we invent.

If we don’t learn from history, we’ll keep making the same mistakes. Andrew Burtch, historian at the Canadian War Museum on remembering our sacrifices this Remembrance Day ...and paying tribute to his friend and colleague, the late Dr. Tim Cook.

Will Mark Carney's first budget actually "catalyze" investors cash or will his hands-on approach send those dollars south? Longtime cabinet minister and former Alberta Premier Jason Kenney joins us on No Nonsense.

What happens when climate ideology meets economic reality? Heather Exner-Pirot shares the findings on her her latest paper on the regulations Constraining Canada.

Governments need to chart a course and stick to it - Will we see evidence of that in the budget? Economic experts Sean Speer and Trevor Tombe weigh in.

According to Darrell Bricker and John Ibbitson, Canada isn’t a love story - it’s a marriage of convenience. Their first interview to discuss their latest book, Breaking Point, on whether a divided country can find common ground.

How to respect indigenous rights without stopping development? Dwight Newman explores what happens when private property laws clash with native land claims.