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Do you know what your child's school is teaching? Caylan Ford, founded her own classical charter school in Alberta after finding out what her kids were learning in school. The K-8 Calgary Classical Academy is now bursting at the seams. What does she warn parents need to be on the lookout for? And what can parents do if they are concerned? 

Alain Bertaud, urban planning expert, says urban planners aren't doing the job they're supposed to do. He explains how and why they're trying to tell people were to live or enforce a way of life, like we're seeing in some cities across Canada. Bertaud says while urban planners are touting 15-minute cities, the idea is impossible and doesn't make a city work.   

Scott Schara shares his story of losing his 19-year-old daughter Grace in 2021 during the peak of Covid. Grace, who had Down syndrome, fell ill with Covid and was hospitalized. Scott alleges that doctors' treatment led to her death, contrary to their Covid diagnosis. He has filed a lawsuit claiming that the medication prescribed caused her death, not Covid, despite her being classified as a Covid...

Dr. James Thorne (Jim), market strategist, teaches us about investing, gaining ground on your finances and how the economy will affect your future. Get an understanding of how the markets work and why you need to get ahead of high interest rates and inflation caused by the US election. He predicts there's good news for the interest rate and inflation in Canada and explains the pitfalls and the fut...

Frances Widdowson, researcher and professor, has studied the issue of mass graves across Canada. In 2021, Canadians were shocked to hear that a mass grave had been found at the site of a former residential school in Kamloops, British Columbia. After much investigation, it has since been determined that nothing was found. Why aren't the false claims being retracted? Does this have anything to do wi...

Florida Lawyer Rachel Rodriguez is using her skills to fight mandates and tickets including standing up for firefighters. She expresses her shock in how few lawyers are actually fighting to uphold the law. She shares her take on what's happenings in the US election and the chaos that's unfolding. What did Donald Trump mean when he yelled "Fight, fight, fight" after he was shot? 

Conrad Black, historian, columnist and former politician shares his reaction to Donald Trump's assassination attempt and the fall of President Joe Biden. He explains how the US election got to this point and what will happen if Trump wins. Black explains why Biden really endorsed Kamala Harris for President and why it's not what the Democrats wanted.   

Dr. Byram Bridle speaks cancer and covid vaccines. He says many of us likely have cancer cells in our body but they never develop into anything. He explains the importance of the immune system in preventing cancer. He goes on to talk about why and how he was slammed by the University of Guelph for his stance on the vaccine, which has since been confirmed as fact by the vaccine companies. He should...

Retired Judge Brian Giesbrecht speaks candidly about how Canada is not helping its Indigenous peoples by continuing to provide money and empty land acknowledgements. What does this all do to one person's confidence in themselves to thrive? And if we're really on "stolen land", could your property be taken from you one day?

It has been said: look after the nickels and dimes and the dollars and cents will take care of themselves. Leighton Grey talks free market economies, the dangers of communism/ socialism with guest Petar Pejovic. How can Canadians thrive and grow savings through their careers? See beyond the political impacts on our finances.

Productivity drives the Standard of Living. It may sound like Canada is stagnating and on the road to a depression. What has the government done to lead Canada on this path?  Is there a solution to the economic woes and the fake metrics used to make our economy sound "rosy"? David Leis and Matt Lau discuss the possibilities.

Health and wellness expert Ron Oliver and his client Owen Beck, professional boxer, share the incredible story of how Ron saved Owen's life. Owen became extremely ill ending his boxing career, but after a radical detox, Owen is re-entering the boxing ring. They explain the toxins that we're consuming are killing us and how to get rid of them.    Ron Oliver, CEO, Founder, Head Coach - elitedynamicl...

Gregory Wrightstone, geologist and Executive Director of the CO2 Coalition, argues that the world needs more carbon dioxide, contrary to popular belief. Wrightstone claims that the climate crisis narrative is a tool for government control over our daily lives, from what we eat to how we travel. Despite efforts to silence him and over 120 scientists and researchers in his coalition, he continues to...

Professors J. Mark Ramseyer (Harvard University) and Jason Morgan (Researcher in Japan) talk about their controversial book, 'The Comfort Women Hoax: A Fake Memoir, North Korean Spies, and Hit Squads in the Academic Swamp'.   The book challenges history from WWII that 'Comfort Women' from Korea and Japan were used as sex slaves. But it claims this was fabricated by North Korean spies and questions...

Gwyn Morgan, former CEO of Encana Corp., speaks on why the oil and gas industry is being hampered by the Canadian government. We have an incredible opportunity to boost Canada's economy, and we're not doing it. Why? What do we need to do to get the government on board? Could change happen with the change in government? 

Ray McGinnis, author and journalist, uncovers the shocking details surrounding 9/11 and explores the resurgence of new conspiracies. Was there a cover-up? Ray delves into the Coutts border blockade, examining why it's treated differently than other protests such as pro-Palestine encampments. Joined by Leighton Grey, they discuss the WHO treaty, government responses to the climate crisis declaratio...

Ted Kuntz is involved in the National Citizens Inquiry. He talks about the overwhelming response to the inquiry and explains the shocking hostile takeover of the NCI's funds and social media accounts. Who's trying to sabotage it? What's the future of the NCI?    

"There's something wrong with this country." Thomas Caldwell, of Caldwell Securities, put out some powerful full-page ads outlining concerns about the future of Canada. He tells David Leis why he's not remaining silent anymore and not afraid of the backlash. He encourages more major corporations to speak out too. They discuss Canada's financial future and how to turn this ship around.  

Bruce Pardy, law professor and Executive Director of Rights Probe reveals why a Canadian court wants access to your health records. What does this mean for your privacy? Are we still protected by the law or is the opposite happening? Bruce and Leighton Grey unpack what's happening with the legal system in Canada and why courts are refusing to hear or side with cases involving the pandemic.   

Former mayor and host, David Leis, brings 2023 Toronto mayoral candidate, Anthony Furey, onto this week’s episode. As they discuss some of Canada’s hottest topics in politics, it becomes clear that true change in today’s economical landscape goes beyond the vote. Citizen involvement is crucial, but how? As Furey explains, you may not be interested in politics, but politics is interested in you.  

Host Leighton Grey speaks with author Naomi Wolf about the surge of pro-Palestine protests at universities across Canada and the U.S. Wolf claims these demonstrations are driven by paid agitators aiming to create chaos, rather than addressing the illegal mistreatment in Palestine. Instead, she argues, protestors are supporting Hamas. Wolf also shares how witnessing such events has brought her clos...

Peyman Askari, a professor and candidate for the PPC (People's Party of Canada), shares his experience with government and escaping Iran at the age of six. Peyman and Leighton Grey discuss the Online Harms Bill, the recent drama inside Parliament and the "Wacko" comment. They discuss his concern for Canadians leaving Canada, his stance on non-citizens being allowed to vote in elections and the pro...

Frank Stronach, Austrian born and Canadian billionaire businessman and politician, says we need to eliminate poverty in order to have a prosperous Canada. He says the  economy is overloading the middle class and making it almost impossible for those in poverty to put food on the table. What will happen when the middle class isn't in the middle anymore? 

Hear the account of former Ontario MPP Randy Hillier as he reflects on his time advocating for Canadians' freedom at the Ottawa Freedom Rally in 2022. What seemed like an innocent activity at a family-friendly event landed Mr. Hillier in hot water with law enforcement. Were the charges an example of lawfare, or were they necessary to fit the event within the framework of the federal government's n...

Joshua Allen was a drugged up, tough and angry man when Leighton first met him, 20 years ago. Ironically Leighton was his criminal lawyer. In a twist of fate, today, Josh is Leighton's prayer buddy.   If you're a Christian or not, you'll be inspired by this unlikely bond. Proof that the Lord can take the most broken and lost and turn them around.      Joshua has created a men's weekend event calle...