This week, we discuss a new poll that shows the federal Conservatives down 10 points since their 2011 election victory, and we talk about what, if anything, can be done about youth gun crime in Toronto.
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This week we talk about three subjects: the future of Canada’s embattled upper house; the federal government’s proposed rule changes for dual citizens; and term limits for Toronto city councilors.
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Today we look at Rob Ford's latest run-in with rules -- this time over campaign spending -- and how this is likely to affect the rest of his mayoralty and the next election. We also look at revelations that Ontario teacher unions donated large sums to several Liberal leadership candidates even as they were instructing teachers to protest the Liberal government.
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This week we debate whether Toronto councillor Ana Bailao should resign in the wake of her drunk-driving conviction, and we discuss whether an Ontario fisherman should have to pay a $5,400 bill after he called rescue workers to save him from an icy lake.
Download the MP3 (Right click and save file)Today we talk about the future of the Ontario Liberal party, and we debate the merits of President Obama’s second inaugural address.
Download the MP3 (Rick click and save file)This week we look at how the Ontario Liberal leadership race is shaping up going into its last week, and we debate whether U.S. President Barack Obama’s gun control plan is enough.
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Today we talk about Attawapiskat Chief Theresa Spence's hunger strike and the Idle No More Movement, as well as the future of the crumbling Gardiner Expressway.
In our last podcast of 2012, we look back on the year that was: the biggest winners and losers, mistakes and triumphs.
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Today we talk about Ontario Progressive Conservative Leader Tim Hudak’s proposal to put booze in corner stores; and with a future Canadian head of state on the way, we examine our fascination with the British monarchy.
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