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'The Terrorist Therapist' Author and American Psychiatrist, Dr. Carole Lieberman, shares her expertise on trauma and its effects on the human psyche with Leighton Grey. Together, they highlight current traumatic world affairs – the Ukraine and Russia unrest, past events – 9/11 and how 'terror' is still affecting societies today – COVID-19. But is all 'terrorism' equal? Who is trying to scare us? W...

The people's voice should shape Canada's future. David Leis speaks with accomplished investigative journalist, Trish Wood, about the silos in media, the power of the conversation, and the pressure on the people to listen and implore critical thinking.  Who puts the cult in culture? Does the loudest voice in the town square speak out of fear or authority?

Renowned Epidemiologist Dr. Peter McCullough joins Leighton Grey on today's revealing and shocking episode. Dr. McCullough sets a few records straight and takes Leighton on a deep dive into the aftermath of the Covid-19 Pandemic. What are the steps after COVID? Is there a light at the end of the tunnel? Watch to the end to hear about a new health venture presenting hope for a healthy future. 

Alberta lawyer and Host of the Grey Matter podcast, Leighton Grey joins David Leis to discuss the Ingram case, a monumental ruling where the Judge said lockdowns were invalid. As the conversations around mandates and future government plans swirl, we hear how this judicial decision may impact Albertans and their freedom. Has this decision moved the needle toward freedom? What does this mean for th...

Leighton speaks with American author, Richard C. Lyons, as he unveils the prospects of our society's future by retelling the fascinating past of republics, democracy, and the tyrannical figures that inspired America's formation. The future often parallels the past, but what can we learn by rediscovering the past? Dive in and follow along for this informative conversation.

National Coalition of Chiefs President, Dale Swampy, is committed to defeating on-reserve poverty, and today he expresses his views with David Leis. Outspokenly pro-development, Dale reveals why he believes that getting involved with the oil & gas industry in Canada and encouraging it's development responsibly, could be the key to ending poverty on reservations and encourage Canadians to work...

There's a battle in Alberta that many don't know or see. David Parker, founder of Take Back Alberta, says for too long, Alberta's ruling elite have taken advantage of everyday people, thriving on political apathy and restricting freedoms. But things are turning around. Hear the power behind this movement, the change its inflicted in Alberta politics and how you can do the same.

Visionary founder of Canada's groundbreaking tuition-free charter school, Caylan Ford, shares her mission to promote a classical education with David in this two part interview. Putting emphasis on true, factual, unbiased education for young minds is a charge that Ford, and her talented team, are determined to lead. As they stand on the threshold of opening new campuses, we see a glimpse of their...

We've all heard the story about the Ottawa Convoy but Chris Barber, one of the organizers of the convoy, reveals his side of the story with Leighton. His perspective sheds light on the influence of the media, behind the scenes on the politics, and the uncovered truth about what went on the grounds of the convoy. As the fight for freedom moves forward, heroic acts can be found in standing up for ou...

Visionary founder of Canada's groundbreaking tuition-free charter school, Caylan Ford, shares her mission to promote a classical education with David in this two part interview. Putting emphasis on true, factual, unbiased education for young minds is a charge that Ford, and her talented team, are determined to lead. As they stand on the threshold of opening new campuses, we see a glimpse of their...

As an accomplished Geopolitical Analyst & author, Brandon Weichert shares his unfiltered insights with Leighton on China's global influence & the erosion of the rule of law. Discover how China's global influence impacts our technology, world trade, and politics from the ground up. Leighton and Brandon discuss the competition for control.  

In today's media landscape, trendy narratives often replace facts, when they are inconvenient. David Leis welcomes journalist and publisher of Blacklocks Reporter Holly Doan, to hear how she strives to report only unadulterated facts; often using the Government's own documents to hold officials accountable. You'll love this discussion as they touch on the higher calling of journalism and how truth...

Christian Director, Shannon Halliday, shares the truths he uncovered about the unjust shutdown of churches during the COVID pandemic while creating his newest film, "The Essential Church". Halliday & Grey discuss the consequences of removing community during isolation, parallels of stripping religious freedoms throughout history, and the dark side of the entertainment industry & government...

In today's media landscape, trendy narratives often replace facts, when they are inconvenient. David Leis welcomes journalist and publisher of Blacklocks Reporter Holly Doan, to hear how she strives to report only unadulterated facts; often using the Government's own documents to hold officials accountable. You'll love this discussion as they touch on the higher calling of journalism and how truth...

With a 40 year career as a constitutional lawyer in the USA, John W. Whitehead has a unique, legitimate perspective on where and why the deep state secrets are kept, and why the public ought to be more in-tune with the warning signs. As Leighton Grey discusses this far-reaching topic with Whitehead, Canadians will grasp the depth and perniciousness of corruption, the state-ordered 'censorship indu...

David Craig, Jeremy Prest, David Leis and Leighton Grey gather to share the impact and inspiring potential for the Return to Reason line-up of programs. With the end goal of influencing Canada for truth, freedom, and ultimately the gospel, the roundtable discussion challenges all to engage and grow as citizens, honouring the groundwork that Leon Fontaine built.   

In conversation with David Leis, Professor Frances Widdowson dissects and analyzes a virus plaguing most of the western world today: the industry of woke. Widdowson details her personal experiences of being cancelled and censored for simply seeking healthy debate on certain narratives, and the important of reclaiming freedom of speech and free thinking at Canadian institutions.

Leighton welcomes fellow Albertan Caylan Ford on to tell her personal story as chronicled in her documentary: When the Mob Came. Ford's reputation was destroyed, her burgeoning political career dissolved in a matter of hours and… everyone was pressured to disown her, purely based off false allegations. Is there life after cancel culture? Find out today!  

David Leis has an interesting discussion with Frontier Research Associate, Joseph Quesnel about his work and study in the area of First Nations' prosperity and how policy and partnerships can be adapted to unlock the entrepreneurial spirit of indigenous peoples in Canada, rather than tangling projects up behind years of red tape and consultations; Property rights and the lack of autonomy granted b...

David Leis welcomes former Liberal MP, Dan McTeague to provide context and substance to the often-confusing discussion around climate change policies and how they impact Canadian's quality of life. In his current role leading Canadians for Affordable Energy, McTeague walks David through what has been proven true repeatedly and how the green agenda, left unchecked, will inevitably destroy Canada's...

Leighton Grey speaks with True North Media's Alberta correspondent, Rachel Emmanuel to analyse and dissect recent events and ongoing headlines like the Alberta provincial election; the failures of Canada's criminal justice system, and the never-ending series of scandals from Ottawa. Emmanuel shares how she is personally inspired by Albertans and the interaction of her fans, and even offers her opi...

Where does this toxic ideology of wanting to re-write history to atone for the sins of the past come from? Does anything truly matter when the narrative is more important than truth? Gerry Bowler and host David Leis discuss the value of a collective history and the great dangers in ignoring, erasing and revising history the way revolutionary movements desire to do, noting the ways this is prevalen...

Leighton Grey welcomes on a fellow litigator on for a fascinating conversation into military law. Registered Nurse, turned Lawyer, Catherine Christensen shares the stunning and shocking truth about how Canadian Armed Forces(CAF) members and vets are treated when trying to hold their superior officers accountable or stand up for their own freedom of conscience - recounting just how much the politic...

In his highly anticipated book, today's guest Mark Milke walks David Craig through how he gathered chapters and perspectives from 19 Canadian intellectuals for The 1867 Project, in his role as president at The Aristotle Foundation. Arguments in the book cut through modern identity politics and criticisms with respect, truth and history showcasing a Canadian history worth preserving and a future wo...

Lindsay Shepherd sits down with David Leis to outline her experiences regarding leftist-thinking and the censorship on campus... detailed in her debut book, Diversity and Exclusion. You'll be stunned to learn just how little freedom of speech professors and teaching assistants actually have when you hear her secretly recorded phone call from an interaction in 2017.