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Leon & Faytene discuss how few Canadians it takes to change the results of any election. With statistical data to support their conversation, you'll learn about how the need for civic engagement is more crucial than ever. As the director of 4myCanada, Faytene, invites all viewers to attend her "Engage" tour dates, in person or virtually. Don't forget to become an insider to get all the latest upda...

Leon chats with the founder and president of Frontier Centre for Public Policy, Peter Holle, about the role of independent think tanks and what the state of Canada is right now in terms of public policy. They discuss a fixation with climate change many politicians have, our lack of performance in health care and education and what the optimal size of Government should be.  Don't forget to become a...

Leon Fontaine walks through statistics, history, and expert opinion to see if Non Pharmaceutical Interventions (NPI) used to "curb the spread" saved lives during the pandemic, and if any harms have been found as a result of their implementation. In Pt. 1 of this 3 part series he explores face masks.  Don't forget to become an insider to get all the latest updates and more from Leon. If you enjoy t...

Alberta Lawyer Leighton Grey has a fascinating conversation with Leon discussing the civil case against the Chief Medical Officer of Health in Alberta and more surrounding the covid narrative, and the governments' lack of ability to provide evidence to limit freedoms.  Don't forget to become an insider to get all the latest updates and more from Leon. If you enjoy this podcast, please like, subscr...

British Columbia MP, Marc Dalton is putting his name fourth for the leadership of the Conservative Party of Canada. He and Leon discuss his plan for financial accountability, dealing with the opioid crisis and getting Canada to embrace freedom of choice and thought once again.  Don't forget to become an insider to get all the latest updates and more from Leon. If you enjoy this podcast, please lik...

Grant Abraham’s experience as a lawyer, business owner and entrepreneur have taken him all over the world. In the spring of 2022, he announced his intention to run in the leadership race for the CPC. We discuss a concept known as "democratic deficit", and if elected, what strategies he'd use to position Canada as a sovereign nation once again with true freedom and opportunity for all.  Don't forge...

Leon Fontaine explores legislation that actually hurts the very people it's meant to protect. You’ll learn how the future of Canada will depend on how citizens react to policies that push a woke, ideological agenda that eradicates truth, common-sense and individual critical thinking. Don't forget to become an insider to get all the latest updates and more from Leon. If you enjoy this podcast, plea...

Enjoy this illuminating conversation between Leon & Ian Madsen, a Sr. Analyst with Frontier Centre for Public Policy. Topics include the Russia-Ukraine conflict, oil & gas, why crown corporations are in trouble and the World Economic Forum.   Don't forget to become an insider to get all the latest updates and more from Leon. If you enjoy this podcast, please like, subscribe, and leave a review.

Leon Fontaine welcomes George Bears, of Taking Back Our Freedoms for an in-depth discussion on the political and cultural temperature in Canada post-pandemic. They challenge all viewers to hold leadership accountable and take a stand for the preservation of democracy and upholding the rule of law.  Don't forget to become an insider to get all the latest updates and more from Leon. If you enjoy thi...

Author and think tank president Irvin Studin, walks Leon through his COVID exit strategy that will challenge Canada to think for itself. They discuss what's happening in Ukraine, the role of the northern countryside in our national future and the biggest catastrophe of our time: the collapse of our education system. Don't forget to become an insider to get all the latest updates and more from Leon...

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Leon Fontaine welcomes one of the most well spoken voices on public policy in western Canada, Danielle Smith. Together they highlight the political wins and losses of the pandemic and challenge all citizens to keep fighting for truth from elected leaders and a society of freedom.  If you'd prefer to watch this episode, go to returntoreason.tv . If you're enjoying this podcast, please like, subscri...

Leon welcomes Honourable Senator Don Plett, Leader of the Opposition (C) to discuss recent political events, including the invocation of the Emergencies Act and Plett's speech in the Senate that may have influenced its swift removal.  If you'd prefer to watch this episode, go to returntoreason.tv . If you're enjoying this podcast, please like, subscribe and leave a review.

Leon welcomes Dr. Sam Bailey from New Zealand to talk about how the Freedom Convoy in Canada inspired one in her home country. They also discuss her book, the relationship of big media & big pharma, and the fear that has paralyzed so much of society since the onset of the pandemic. The comments made in this program are for information & educational purposes. It is not intended as personal medical...

The Executive Director of the Canadian Constitution Foundation, Joanna Baron, joins Leon for a discussion on the Emergencies Act, and much more including the judicial precedence of pandemic policies, and the CCF's legal action to keep government accountable to the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.  If you'd prefer to watch this episode, go to returntoreason.tv . If you're enjoying this podcast, plea...

Leon welcomes a retired military Colonel, with decades of experience in Emergency Management, David Redman, to explore Canada's response to the pandemic and how it could have been handled differently; resulting in fewer deaths, and much less collateral damage in society.  If you'd prefer to watch this episode, go to returntoreason.tv . If you're enjoying this podcast, please like, subscribe and le...

Leon Fontaine has a candid and enlightening conversation with Former Liberal MP, Dan McTeague who is now the President of Canadians for Affordable Energy. McTeague shares his perspective on ideology behind certain public policy, The invocation of the Emergency Act, and much more.  If you'd prefer to watch this episode, go to returntoreason.tv . If you're enjoying this podcast, please like, subscri...

As one of the VPs of Frontier Centre for Public Policy, Leon's guest, David Leis, is uniquely positioned to comment on the evolving situation of national politics in Canada, the influence of the World Economic Forum and tangible things Canadians can do to support the integrity of our democracy.  If you'd prefer to watch this episode, go to returntoreason.tv . If you're enjoying this podcast, pleas...

Leon Fontaine welcomes Dr. Julie Ponesse on to discuss her book, My Choice, as well as her perspective on the ethical dilemmas plaguing Canada. In this conversation you'll hear about the importance of group rights vs individual rights, the cultural catalysts that led to recent events in Ottawa, and Ponesse's hope for the future of our nation.  If you'd prefer to watch this episode, go to returntor...

Leon Fontaine is joined by the Shadow Minister for Public Safety, MP Raquel Dancho for an in-depth discussion about the unprecedented invocation of The Emergency Act, and how it is being used as a weapon to intimidate and divide Canadians.  If you'd prefer to watch this episode, go to returntoreason.tv . If you're enjoying this podcast, please like, subscribe and leave a review.

Leon Fontaine is joined by John Carpay, the President of The Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms to talk about the situation in Ottawa, the legal threshold for invoking the Emergency Act, and the vital importance of defending rights and freedoms in Canada. If you'd prefer to watch this episode, go to returntoreason.tv . If you're enjoying this podcast, please like, subscribe and leave a rev...

Leon is joined by Ottawa City Councillor Rick Chiarelli who shares his personal account of what he's seen downtown Ottawa with the Freedom Convoy and his views on the political climate in our nation's capital.  If you'd prefer to watch this episode, go to returntoreason.tv . If you're enjoying this podcast, please like, subscribe and leave a review.

Leon Fontaine is joined by Melissa Gonzalez of Enlace Television, located in Costa Rica. She shares her perspective on how latino nations like Costa Rica are reacting to the freedom movements happening around Canada, as well as what's been taking place politically in Costa Rica since the pandemic began.  If you'd prefer to watch this episode, go to returntoreason.tv . If you're enjoying this podca...

Leon is joined by The Hon. Brian Peckford, who is the last living First Minister that negotiated and signed The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms into law in 1982, making it part of our Canadian constitution. As the absolute authority on the original purpose of The Charter he has keen insight as to what role government should have played over the past two years, and what role it should not h...

Leon Fontaine speaks with constitutional law expert Carol Crosson, who weighs in on what's happening in Ottawa, and the nation as a whole. She speaks about her current freedom of speech cases, and what Canadians can do to stand up for liberty and freedom.  If you'd prefer to watch this episode, go to returntoreason.tv . If you're enjoying this podcast, please like, subscribe and leave a review.