The Political Paradox Podcast

This Week: The new Government in Ottawa waists no time creating controversy, I don't even know where to begin. Then, pizza may become extinct... I'll tell you why. Plus, gather round kids, I'll tell you the story about the hydro lines to nowhere.

This Week: Canada Post's switch to community mailboxes has been hauled, but WAIT, Trudeau hasn't even taken office yet. Then, the minimum wage hike in Seattle is already having tragic effects on the economy while the rest of the state thrives. Plus, Antarctic ice sheet is shrinking. Oh wait... not it's not.

This Week: The results are in, but did the Liberals get some help from unexpected places? Then, a year after the shootings, security changes are finally coming at Parliament hill. A year? yeah, that's what I said. Plus, those 'tolerant millennials', it turns out, they're not so tolerant.

This Week: Surprise surprise... the the Toronto Star has officially endorsed the liberals but... why endorse anyone in the first place? Then, elections Canada says advanced polling numbers are up. Plus, more clueless teachers.. how can they not possibly know who pays their salary?

This Week: President Obama says guns are bad, I guess he forgot about his armed bodyguards. Then, a victory for liberty in Alberta as MLA's reverse some controversial spending. Plus, Jimmy Kimmel demonstrates why mandatory voting is a bad idea.

This Week:  More electoral reform talk from Elizabeth May, I'll tell you why the Green Party isn't ready for prime time. Then, we play around with CBC's vote compass. 

This Week:  Why are our schools stuck in the 18th century?… Because there no incentive to change. Then, the Conservatives are picking up in the polls, but you wouldn't know that by watching the news. Plus, police abuse doesn't happen in Canada.. oh yes it does.

This Week: We'll help you become a more effective salesman of liberty.

This Week: Happy Labour day, but I hate to tell ya... it was the private sector that brought us better working conditions. Then, I have a list of 5 things a capitalist should tell a socialist. Plus, Government... what is it good for? Absolutely nothing!

This Week:  Starting today, it will cost you more if you're a distracted driver… do texting bans really reduce accidents? Then, more bribes are being handed out in the election campaign trail. Plus, oh those progressive hypocrites… they say one thing one day and another thing the next… literally. I'll give you a classic example.

This Week: You can ask Stephen Harper anything you want... but only if you pony up the cash. Then, stealing is ok Wisconsin... according to some. Plus, gender wage gap update, Women in these professions actually out-earn their male counterparts.

This Week:  The Ontario government is bringing in a retirement savings plan… are government pension plans really the best idea? Then, a San Diego Woman have been fined for running a business out of her home… what happened to private property rights? Plus, I did something on the weekend that I'm not proud of… I'll give you my confession coming up.

This Week: We sit down with Libertarian Party Candidate Nathan Lajeunesse

This Week: We discuss the debate, The OTHER debate. Plus, which is worse... global warming or global cooling?

This Week: Annnnnnd... They're Off, The worst kept secret in Canadian politics is official. Then, evidence that all the main political parties are exactly the same. And video evidence of what Socialism has done to Venezuela.

This Week: We sit down with Libertarian Party Candidate Chris Jewel

This Week: The Conservatives are in danger of not balancing the budget, but I have a quick and easy solution. Then, why banning things almost never works. Plus, minimum wage workers in Seattle are demanding FEWER hours, you won't believe why.

This Week: You know those temporary HOV lanes in Toronto? Well, they might not be so temporary. Then, why Harper's no show at the TV debates won't hurt him at all. Plus, Uber Vs. a Taxi, which one is quicker? The verdict is in.

It's Sunday, Why Am I on? I have to clean out my e-mail in box... I'll explain.

This Week: The election campaign is starting to heat up, who is and who isn't attending the debates. Then, those reusable grocery bags are bad for your waistline, I'll explain. Plus, Oh my god, the CN tower is on fire! Oh wait... no it's not.

This Week: Pan Am games officials warn of traffic chaos, but not for the reasons they might think. What is the Libertarian position on Gun Control? I don't think we've covered it here on the show… we will today. Plus, the overlying theme on today's show… government stifles innovation.

This Week:  Traffic chaos in Toronto as the elite lanes go into effect. Then, how much money does amalgamating two cities really save? The answer might surprise you. Plus, the US Supreme courts decision on gay marriage. What do I think? Well… it's complicated.

This Week:  The PanAm games are almost here, are you on the list of elites to receive special treatment? Then, San Francisco moves ahead with warning labels on soft drinks, why these lobbyists should put their money where their mouth is. Plus, I'll tell you why all lovers of freedom should oppose a proportional representation voting system.

This Week: Is Uber Price Gouging it's customers? No way, the answer is quite simple actually. Then, The RCMP failed at preventing an attack on parliament hill... why are they still employed? Plus, the Government now takes 44% of everything you earn.

This Week: We take a break from the news and we take a look at some of the key figures and resources for Libertarians.