Question Period: Recent Episodes
Question Period
In this episode Dave (while in Amsterdam) and Steven (while in Ottawa) discuss the merits and faults of patriotism.
In this episode, Dave and Steven look to our southern border and try to figure out just what separates us from our American friends.
In this episode Steven and Dave try to figure out what would ruin everything. Spoiler Alert: It's not what you think.
We have another Listener Question! If you're like our listener Wes, and have often wondered what MP's do, after this episode, that may not change.
In this episode Dave and Steven discuss all the problems with the Canadian National Anthem: O Canada.
In this episode Dave tries to get Steven to explain what the Governor General’s job is…
In this episode Dave asks Steven about when you should spoil your ballot...Spoiler Alert: You probably shouldn't.
We have another listener question! Listener Josh wants to know: "Pourquoi le Québec veut séparer?"
In this episode, Dave and Steve explore the significance of maple trees in Canadian history and Steven does not even attempt to describe the look of the various Canadian flags: The Union Jack The Red Ensign The Pearson Pennant
Despite some unfortunate technical difficulties, Steven and Steven are still able to work through an answer.
We have another listener question! Australian listener Matt Cowlrick asks about the pros and cons of Mandatory Voting.
ANNOUNCEMENT: As of this week, Question Period will be moving to a once a week release schedule. New episodes will come out every Wednesday.
Today we have another listener question, this one from listener Wes Lord. Wes want's to know about the Cabinet... so does Dave.
Have you ever wanted to be Prime Minister? In this episode We have another listener question about how to go about doing doing it. This question is from our friends at pollenize.org (a website dedicated to providing voters with the most accurate election information possible).
In this episode Steven explains what the Conservative Party of Canada is conserving... the answer is not what you're expecting.
For Thanksgiving Monday, here's a special Holiday treat: Dave and Steven make an appearance on CBC's All Points West with Robyn Burns.
In this episode Dave asks Steven about Strategic Voting. Steven answers, and the answer is complicated.
In this episode of Canada's Favourite Podcast, Dave gets Steven to explain which side of the political spectrum the Green Party is on. The truth isn't as simple as you might think.
We have another listener question, this one from pollenize.org, a website dedicated to providing voters with the most accurate election information possible, and a website we really like. Enjoy!
In this episode, Dave asks Steven to clarify why a multiple party system is important. Steven explains... as usual.
In this episode we ask our first listener question from listener and super fan Chris Gabel. Steven gives a good answer; Dave makes small talk.
In the 5th instalment of the Question Period, Dave asks Steven “How long can you call yourselves the New Democratic Party?” Steven explains the history, and possibly the future, of the word “New”.
In this episode Dave inquires about the word "liberal". In order to answer, Steven takes us on a trip through time.
In this episode Dave asks about voting people out of office. Steven gives three answers, all of which are pretty much the same.
In the Question Period's second episode, Dave asks Steven where we get the terms Left Wing and Right Wing. The answer may surprise you.
In the Question Period's inaugural episode, Dave asks Steven "What is a Political Party?" Steven gives a good answer.