The Perri Platform: Recent Episodes
Marco Perri
News, politics, debates and discussions from a centrist perspective. The Perri Platform is Canada’s premier podcast for honest conversations about current events from around the world. Get informed now.
We explore the latest developments regarding the establishment of a universal basic income (UBI) in Canada. The need for one given technological changes, balanced with the state of our existing federal finances, underpins the conversation.
Legacy media, including notable giants like the New York Times, CNN, The Washington Post and Canadian counterparts are facing an existential crisis. People have lost both interest and confidence in these channels which has produced an information vacuum. We explain why this was both predictable, and yet, a terrible outcome for us.
Reports and studies clearly reveal a decline in living standard, driven by factors such as stagnating productivity, in Canada. Although not a unique phenomenon, creative solutions are required if we want to overcome these modern hurdles. We explore practical solutions that can get the ball rolling.
We explore the relationship between recent unrest (both globally and within our borders) and mob-based fallacies. As Canadians, we need to think clearly. Or, we risk the foundation that allows citizens to progress together.
A new study, based primarily on Statistics Canada data, seeks to find out if Canada is a fair country or if we’re plagued by systemic discrimination. We discuss the findings.
Canada’s top intelligence agency (the CSIS) confirms Canada is an easy target for malicious foreign actors. Political interference is viewed as a low-risk, high-reward endeavour and this leads to various poor outcomes for our country. We explore why leaders and politicians have yet to act despite clear evidence and briefings.
Internal support for Jagmeet Singh’s leadership of the federal NDP party begins to fall. We explore why the NDP continue to poll abysmally and how they have strayed far from their original mandate.
Critics (including Elon Musk) have gathered to condemn Justin Trudeau and the Liberal Government’s plan to further regulate online forms of expression including podcasts. This moves comes after the government’s misadventures with social media companies and how they display news in Canada (which is currently non-existent as a result of failed policymaking).
More ministers and high level government staffers continue to resign in the wake of Doug Ford’s Greenbelt scandal. We explore why we see such unreliable politicians across the spectrum. From the conservatives to the liberals to the NDP, we face a crisis for integrity.
Data reveals that life expectancy is either stagnating or declining across North America. There is one exception though. Quebec. We explore the reasons why they have managed to become the place with the highest life expectancy in our continent.
In 2021, over 27,000 vehicles were stolen in Ontario alone. In 2022, car theft grew astronomically in all provinces and it is now a billion dollar industry. We explore why this trend persists and the societal consequences of a failing police/judicial system.
Reports confirm the Ontario Conservative party, led by Doug Ford, were engaged in corrupt dealings when opening up the Greenbelt. Ontario Housing Minister Steve Clark has been formally found to have been in violation of the Member’s Integrity Act for his role in the situation. We explore the case and explain why Greenbelt regulations didn’t need to be dropped to address the housing crisis.
As the annual inflation rate in Canada cools to 2.8%, politicians begin to cheer and congratulate themselves. Is this going to provide relief to the average Canadian and is inflation over? We’ll explore the facts of the matter.
The Bill C-18 fallout continues to worsen. A lose-lose-lose situation has unfolded where the government, media companies and you will be impacted. Google and Meta have announced they would rather not host any Canadian news content instead of paying media outlets for the privilege. Trudeau then fires back with a warlike speech. We explore the matter and discuss the remedies.
RBC warns that high food prices will become the new normal in Canada as costs will likely never return to pre-pandemic levels. We discuss the reasons behind this predictions and how the average Canadian will be forced to adapt.
Xylazine, also known as the 'flesh-eating' drug erupts onto Canada’s illicit drug scene. As recorded instances of consumption increase, Canadians face an ever-growing drug emergency. Addiction continues to worsen and governments appear content to do nothing and remain hands-off.
Data reveals that Canada has officially entered a recession based on real per capita GDP. We explain what this means and how incompetent political leadership has led us here.
Developed nations across the globe are grappling with a pension crisis. There are more seniors and a reduced working tax base. We illustrate how this is a symptom of the larger aging-population crisis and how Canada is positioned well, relative to our counterparts.
We review the 2023 Canadian federal budget as presented by Justin Trudeau and Chrystia Freeland. Notable spending includes dental, healthcare, Ukraine aid and more.
We examine the role of Governor General in Canada’s modern political system. Calls for the removal of Mary Simon grow as excessive expenses are racked up under her Governor General term (including $700,000 on a 4 day trip to Germany).
After reports from the CSIS citing China’s interference in Canada’s federal election, many call for a public inquiry. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ignores these requests and appoints David Johnston as special rapporteur. In addition to reporting directly to Trudeau, David is a man who has personal connections to the Prime Minister. We expose this and share why this appointment is utterly unacceptable.
The Canadian Security Intelligence Service reports that China interfered in Canada’s Federal Election. In response, many have called for an independent inquiry into the matter. Trudeau has responded by refusing the request. We explain the situation and reveal the need for the investigation.
We discuss the concept of foreign aid. How does it mirror personal charity? How does opportunity cost and the abundance of global problems effect our decisions? Is there a better way to optimize universal benefits without burdening individual nations?
Toronto Mayor John Tory resigns after admitting to relationship with city staffer. We review the shocking announcement and provide commentary. Topics include the validity of stepping down, the role of politicians in our society and the future of Toronto.
MrBeast faces backlash over his recent video “1,000 blind people see for the first time”. We explore the criticisms and overlay concepts like deontology & consequentialism.
Across Canada, violent crime is spiking on public transit. The root causes include drug addiction and other cultural phenomenon. We explore solutions and reveal the foolishness of current political policies.
A recent study documents the growing phenomenon across the world of social isolation (also known as Hikikomori). We explore what this means on both an individual and societal level.
After the arrest of El Chapo’s son, Ovidio Guzman, Mexico faces warlike violence in various cities as cartels retaliate. We briefly examine the past and present conditions that allowed for such terror to form and discuss how a path forward might materialize.
The Ontario College of Psychologists attempts to force social media re-education upon Jordan Peterson. The basis for this disciplinary action is supposed complaints, questionable social media content and podcast appearances. We review the current facts of the matter and explain why professional college overreach is problematic.
Pierre Poilievre wrote an opinion piece titled “Addiction policy is broken. We must fix it”. We explore the ideas and discuss the arguments posed. Themes range from Canada’s growing drug issues, reframing the problem and being goal-oriented in our strategic solutions.
Residents of China have reached their breaking point. The government’s zero-covid approach to the pandemic has proved unsuccessful and often illogical. As protests break out across the country, the Chinese government has taken draconian measures to curb the demonstrations.
Data reveals a current Canadian homicide rate worse than any time since the mid 2000s. This is paired with an increase in gang violence which is driving the surge. We explore the current situation and discuss implications for the average Canadian.
Claims that thousands of protestors would be put to death are revealed to be not entirely true. How did prominent figures including Justin Trudeau get the facts about the ongoing Iran protests wrong? Further, what are the consequences that arise from misinformation distribution?
The Ontario Government, led by Doug Ford, passes legislation to force an employment contract on Ontario education workers. Additionally, this makes all related protests illegal and protestors subject to massive fines. We explain the situation and the fundamental Canadian principles in jeopardy.
Chrystia Freeland, Canada’s Minister of Finance declares that tough times are ahead for Canadians. As the Bank of Canada fights to curb inflation, the effects of raising interest rates will ripple across the economy. We examine her sentiments and explore how the average Canadian can prepare.
The National Post published an article that summarizes all the ways Canadians are being ripped off. The list of overpriced items include: phone plans, flights, gas, dairy and even health care. We discuss the findings.
A recent study confirms that social media is linked to depression regardless of individual personality type. We explore these findings and share the top 3 reasons for this phenomenon.
We discuss the latest developments in the Ukraine / Russia conflict. With items like NATO applications, nuclear threats and annexed territory presenting themselves, could the possibility of World War 3 be growing?
How can stoic thinking and philosophy help us navigate through an increasingly polarized world?
We discuss Jakub Ferencik’s latest article, Putin's Disinformation & Misinformation Campaign. Themes include: distinctions between misinformation & disinformation, Russia, the pandemic, social media, censorship and our path forward.
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We discuss worrisome changes in social media behaviour. Institutions, businesses, and individuals are falling victim to a type of social media derangement. The urge to be petty, hostile, and immature ramps up in certain areas. While with others, a total lack of backbone has materialized.
The Lancet published a study seeking to quantify the proportion of cancer which is attributable to behavioural risk factors. Three core culprits are identified from the data which include smoking, alcohol consumption and high BMIs. We explore the study and reveal key discoveries.
The Canadian Government plans to mandate a reduction in nitrogen fertilizers to lower green house gas emissions. This move has been met with fury from business and farming advocacy groups.
A decline in competitiveness, output and overall profitability are cited as major concerns.
We explore this situation.
The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns that humanity is just one misunderstanding away from nuclear annihilation. We explore this claim and discuss why this is likely the case.
As Emergency Room closures, procedure wait times and staff fatigue continue to spiral across Canada, doctors begin to warn we are in the midst of a collapsing healthcare system. We explore the reasons contributing to this and how we need to pivot.
A survey commissioned by CTV News reveals that half of respondents feel Canada is on the wrong track to uniting the country. Additionally, 44% believe Canada is heading in the wrong direction as it pertains to creating a prosperous future. We discuss these findings, if they are surprising and the rationale behind the sentiment.
RBC predicts that Canada is heading for a recession in 2023. Further, they expect it will be “moderate and short-lived”. We explore the implications this may have and what you can do to prepare today.
The federal government plans to label foods high in sugar, sodium and saturated fats with a warning label starting in 2026. This comes as Health Canada estimates our economic burden of diet-related chronic illnesses surpasses $28 billion per year.
A scathing report claims that RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki tried to jeopardize a mass murder investigation to advance the Trudeau government’s agenda. We explore the facts and highlight how political pressures negatively influenced this situation.
The federal government “unveils” their $8.9 billion plan to alleviate inflationary issues. We burst this bubble by revealing how this is just a repackaging of previously announced spends. The government’s real plan is to stay the course as stated by Chrystia Freeland. We discuss the implications of this and the overall strategy.
The federal government is caught in yet another controversial bill that may impact your privacy at border crossings. Bill S-7 dictates that custom officers can look through phones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices if they simply have “reasonable general concern”. We explore the details and evaluate the legitimacy of such a standard.
A Canadian school board votes to remove all tests, exams, auditions and other entry requirements for its specialized schools and programs. Instead, applicants will be admitted based on “interest” and random draws. We discuss the issues with such an approach and consider how merit fits into admissions equations.
What do we know about Monkeypox? We review data on its origin, symptoms, transmissibility and prevention. From there we speculate based on early public health reports how worried we should be.
Economic indicators have brought stagflation to the forefront of global concern. We explain what stagflation is, the impacts it can personally have on you and what can be done about it.
Energy Ministers from Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan and New Brunswick announce a joint plan to develop nuclear energy facilities. We describe the new technology that will be deployed (small modular reactors) and what the future of Canada’s energy production may look like.
The University of Waterloo comes under fire for excluding all men from applying to certain research positions. In the midst of the inquiry, other discriminatory exclusions are also discovered. The university in tandem with the Canada Research Chairs Program issues these restrictions in the name of diversity. We explore the arguments for and against these stipulations.
The federal government released a report summarizing the feedback received in response to their proposed Online Harms Bill. It was revealed that citizens and stakeholders shared largely negative sentiments. We describe why that’s the case and where the Trudeau government went wrong.
Reuters reports that Ukraine’s defence ministry has begun using Clearview AI’s facial recognition technology. We describe what exactly these tools can accomplish and how facial recognition technology presents grave risks to society at large. If we aren’t prepared to analyze the risks and benefits, we’ll fall victim to swift technological dystopias.
From a national dental care plan to foreign residential property speculators being temporarily banned to taxing banks on record profits, the 2022 Canadian federal budget maps out how 56 billion dollars in spending will grow our economy and make life more affordable for Canadians.
We discuss short and long term changes that will likely force us to reimagine work. Currently, we’re already experiencing the joys of remote work. On the horizon we might encounter shorter weeks and results based evaluations (instead of mandated 8 hour days). Further off, the rapidly progressing capabilities of AI may render a vast chunk of humanity unemployable. What happens then?
We discuss the obvious trend of politicians attempting to answer questions without really answering them. This evasiveness is harmful to transparency and dumbs down public conversations. What’s the solution?
We discuss various occurrences of growing negative sentiment towards Russia people. A distinction must be made between the Russia Government, Putin and innocent civilians who just happen to be born into a draconian regime. If we fail to make this distinction, the social consequences that continue to be levied are blind. There are certainly villains that exist, we just need to calibrate our aim precisely to capture them while avoiding innocents as much as possible.
We discuss Deep VZN. A project launched by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The objective is to build better preparedness for future global health threats by detecting, preventing and responding to unidentified infectious diseases around the world.
Although appealing at first glance, we dive into the details and explain the great danger posed by public virus sequencing of pandemic-grade threats.
Russia has commenced a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. We explore the early data regarding casualties & collateral damage, discuss Putin’s supposed reasons for conflict, explain why warfare is such a terror and close with thinking about potential paths towards as peaceful a resolution as possible.
Was the decision of the Trudeau government to enact the Emergencies Act a legitimate response to the Trucker’s Convoy (Protests)? We discuss this today and refer to the conclusion drawn by the Canadian Civil Liberties Association.
We explore Friedrich Nietzsche’s famous claim “God is dead”. This is both interesting and profound especially when held in context with the entirety of the passage. Topics such as tribalism, nihilism, meaning and our human limits arise.
Why does free speech matter? We take apart this inquiry from first principles. Then, we expand the conversation into realms including societal maturity, our path forward as a country, Joe Rogan, the threat of tyranny from within, camaraderie and more.
Psypost writes that an older study which suggested personal happiness tied to money tapers off once a person earns $75,000 may be incorrect. Newer research points towards wellbeing increasing steadily with income and not plateauing. We explore the research and distill insights from the report. Should your wellbeing infinitely scale with income? Do the different methods between the studies impact the results? Find out.
The Guardian published an article titled “chemical pollution has passed the safe limit for humanity”. We explore the various components of chemical pollution including plastics, pesticides, antibiotics and more. Then, we assess their various threat levels to not only humanity, but biodiversity as a whole.
The Quebec Premier, Francois Legault, announces a provincial plan to levy “significant” financial penalties for residents who refuse to be vaxxed. We explore his arguments and test if they hold up to scrutiny.
Glen VanHerck, the commander of NORAD meets with Canadian politicians to explain that warfare has changed and Canada needs to adapt. Dangers have evolved into forms that our outdated defence systems cannot contain. We explore the details of the report and identity the things holding Canada back.
We explore an article from The Globe and Mail that argues Canada is falling short when it comes to transparency. Discussions on government coverups, inaccessibility and reliance on canned messaging come up. Further, we advance the case that without transparency a democratic society only sees a mirage and is robbed of their fundamental means of accountability.
Preliminary data reveals key findings about the Omicron variant. We discuss potential origins of this strain, the higher contagiousness versus seemingly reduced severity combination, our lack of testing capabilities and the booster rollout.
The OECD predicts that Canada will be the worst performing advanced economy over the next 4 decades. We discuss the reasons provided and theorize changes that Canada can implement today to prove this projection wrong.
The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) has issued a warning that foreign interference operations have become normalized in Canada. China appears to be one of the larger perpetrators and they are deploying a variety of tools to achieve their aims. We explore the information and discuss the severity.
In a functioning democracy, a robust journalist function is necessary. We describe why that is and what responsibilities they must respect in order to maintain public goodwill. As polls continue to indicate a decline in media trust, this message is more important than ever. Otherwise, what replaces traditional “truth tellers” may be worse than we can imagine.
We document a handful of stories that further illustrate the bad ideas that have seeped into our most cherished institutions. Woke thinking has interacted with academia, universities, colleges and the outgrowths are becoming visible. We begin with Prof. Patanjali Kambhampati being denied grant money for supporting a merit-based hiring system. Then, onto Dr. Lana Ray who received over a million dollars to study cancer symptoms as a product of colonialism. Finishing off with an Ontario school board who passed a motion to weight votes based on race.
To what degree does nature (genetics) affect the development of your personality? How about nurture (upbringing)? We explore these questions and also examine manifest group differences that seem to occur with the big 5 personality traits across nations.
The Toronto District School Board faces public backlash after they attempt to curb events centered around authors they view as problematic. We explore the cases and discuss if their judgements are legitimate or contaminated by contradictory considerations. Then, we explore how this individual situation captures the broader cultural narrative emerging across Canada and America.
We explore the idea of what it means to be a cohesive nation. What makes Canada a country worth fighting for, remembering and preserving? What motivated the brave men and women of our military to lay down their lives in the name of Canada? Are modern perspectives eroding that motivating force in today’s current environment?
We explore the question of what degree of ethics is called for when dealing with even the lowest levels of consciousness. If consciousness can be defined as possessing the ability to gather information from the world and being able to feel things as a result, what falls into this bucket? With advances in AI technology, how would humans need to treat things like humanoid androids?
We discuss the controversy surrounding Dave Chappelle’s latest Netflix special. Topics from the validity of the cancellation attempt to corporate cowardice arise. Ultimately, you are encouraged to watch the show for yourself to determine where you stand. The media narrative may not align to most people’s experience.
A joint poll by Leger and the Association for Canadian Studies sought to gauge how Canadians feel about Facebook. Perspectives on regulation, company reputation, fake news, mental health, and more are discussed. Overall, Canadians seem to be less infatuated with the social media platform compared to past times.
The Pandora Papers expose extensive tax evasion practices and big-ticket offshore account holders. Nearly 12 million leaked documents and 2.9 terabytes of data collected by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists comprise the documents. We discuss the findings and implications.
What is inflation? What is purchasing power? Why have things gotten so expensive in Canada lately? Who suffers and who benefits from these changes in pricing? What can you do to arm yourself against it? We discuss these topics and more today.
What is Canada’s plan for protecting the arctic? Reports cite increased Russian and Chinese military activity in the region. Paired with the realities of limited global natural resources and Canada’s surplus of many, should we be taking this more seriously? We explore the topic and lay out further troubling trends.
The 2021 World Happiness Report focuses on the effects of the pandemic. We discuss interesting findings such as the importance of trust in both fellow citizens & institutions, factors of successful government responses and mental health.
What is bitcoin? What is cryptocurrency? How does blockchain work? What are the pros and cons of such technology? We discuss these questions and more.
We discuss an article that advocates for an amoral worldview. Topics such as philosophy, emotions, history and societal orderliness arise. I take a contradictory stance and allow you to make a judgement for yourself.
How is the 2021 federal Canadian election shaping up so far? We discuss the latest polling data, the biggest voter-identified issues, predictions and the upcoming leader’s debate.
We discuss Beyond Reason, Jakub Ferencik’s latest book set to be released in the coming weeks. Topics such as the faults of reason & rationality, our quest for certainty, the limits of academic philosophy, the importance of nuance and more arise throughout. Then, we conclude with Jakub’s recommendation for a better mode of perceiving the world around us.
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Trudeau has called an end to the 43rd session of parliament. This paves the way for a federal election where Canadian citizens will cast their ballot on September 20. We discuss what this means, why the liberal party would pursue this and how one might approach the 2021 federal election.
The pandemic has caused a paradigm shift in the way we view work. The majority of Canadians are looking to permanently incorporate practices such as working from home into their routine. We discuss the ways the future of work seems to be shaping up. Then, we highlight the pros and cons.
A trend is clearly emerging. Trudeau and the Liberal party are quite interested in regulating the internet in various ways. The latest installment in this saga is the Online Harms Bill in Canada. This would create a new regulator within the country called the Digital Safety Commissioner. They would be in charge of ensuring online platforms abide by guidelines of generally acceptable content as defined by the government. We discuss this and highlight the pros and cons.
A new study from Denmark finds Schizophrenia cases linked to problematic Marijuana/Cannabis habits has increased over the past 25 years. We discuss these findings and branch out into topics such as general drug legalization and when to rethink personal consumption.
Citizens of Cuba mount the largest demonstrations & protests the country has seen in 25 years. People are raising awareness about the lack of resources, poor government planning amidst the pandemic and the oppressive communist regime that has run the country for many decades. We discuss these topics and more.
Ontario’s new proposed high school math curriculum teaches the “subjective” nature of mathematics, how math is used to normalize racism and contributes to the marginalization of non-Eurocentric knowledge. They also remove early math streaming in the name of anti-racist education and removing barriers. The rest of Canada will not be far behind. We discuss these changes and reveal the inconsistency within them. To be clear, I disagree with the government. Math is NOT subjective and the Ontario education system is poised to nosedive at the hands of Doug Ford & Education Minister Stephen Lecce.
The Federal Liberal Party attempts to amend Canada’s Human Rights Act & the Criminal Code with new hate speech regulations. Bill C-36 is the vehicle for these changes. We discuss hate speech, the bill and why vague guidelines are not as desirable as some may think.
CRISPR gene editing technology has a medical breakthrough. People born with a fatal nerve and heart disease have been effectively treated for the first time. We discuss the implications of this, how gene editing is only at the dawn of its potential and where this can take us.
How did North Korea come to exist? What factors differentiate the northern and southern counterparts? What types of abuses currently exist and how does being armed with nuclear weaponry complicate matters? These questions and more are explored.
We explore the fundamental query of detecting radical thinking on the political spectrum. When does the right go too far? When does the left go too far? Are these questions treated equally and with the same regard in today’s western society? By arming ourselves with the forethought to detect extremism, we can not only protect society but avoid fallacies of our own.
G7 nations including Canada, America and the EU agree in principle to a minimum 15% corporate tax for multinational corporations. This comes amidst a need to account for pandemic spending and curbing companies like Facebook, Google & Apple who sneak around to avoid paying any taxes. We discuss how this much needed move may impact the current landscape and what areas need further thought.
Environmental concerns, outbreak risk, antibiotic resistance and ethics are topics that arise when examining the traditional meat industry. What does the future hold for it and are alternatives like lab grown protein set to replace it entirely?
The American Pentagon reveals footage of an unidentified aircraft (UFO). Is this aliens, a foreign government military experiment or simply a well edited video? We discuss the possibilities and explore wider space topics including intelligent life, ethics and the need to someday operate as a true human race.
A study from Brown University shows a link between aversion to uncertainty and polarized political views. This phenomenon is noted on both sides of the ideological spectrum. A strong political bias is associated with an inability to tolerate uncertainty and a need to hold predictable beliefs about the world. We discuss the implications of such a finding.
The Trudeau government champions the controversial Bill C-10 with the support of the federal NDP party. We discuss the implications of this passing which include heavy regulatory powers accruing to the CRTC. With this jurisdiction expansion into the internet, what would it mean for the average citizen or content producer?
As Russia stations troops, tanks and ballistic missiles at the Ukrainian border, the world becomes alarmed. We discuss the current situation, potential motivations and why this trend of military expansion is worrisome when considered in tandem with recent moves by China.
The Liberal Party of Canada, led by Justin Trudeau, affirm various new policies at their party convention. The list includes a proposed universal basic income program, becoming net zero by 2050, national long term care standards and more.
The Federal New Democratic Party (NDP) of Canada puts forward a resolution to abolish the Canadian military. This will be voted on at their 2021 party convention. We discuss the idiocy of such a proposal and all the ways it fails to stand up to criticism.
A recent poll finds that the majority of Canadians (57%) feel politically homeless. We discuss the implications of this finding, the environment that gave rise to it and what this means for the future.
We discuss lessons that can be extracted from the novel Siddhartha (written by Hermann Hesse).
I respond to Sam Harris and his most recent podcast on free will. Notions of determinism, fatalism, choice, consciousness, morally, legal systems and responsibility tie into my rebuttal to Sam’s claim that free will does not exist in the slightest.
A study tracks the decline of social trust in America. These trends appear relevant to Canada and other nations across the world. Two sources are responsible for roughly half of the decline. Reduced confidence in public institutions (media, health, education, etc.) and insufficient wages. We explore the downfall of institutions and the stagnation of wages. Then, we discuss how we can move forward.
Reports indicate the Canadian government has been lobbied 577 times in the past year by the telecom industry. We explore what that means, the overwhelming power of the current Canadian telecom industry and what paths forward exist.
A coup transpires in Myanmar over contested election results. The military led by Min Aung Hlaing has seized the reigns of power through force. The duly elected Suu Kyi of the National League for Democracy Party has reportedly been detained. We discuss how things got this bad, the current state of affairs and the importance of truth in our world.
Canada is met with numerous disappointments on the vaccine front. As promised deliveries are continually slashed, the question of the validity of our reliance on global supply chains arises. Other developments surrounding new travel restrictions and declining cases are also analyzed.
In what ways are humans different from other animals? One part of the answer involves our seeming escape from traditional genetic, Darwinian and natural selection considerations. Our power of will is evident and presents us many challenges that other organisms cannot comprehend. Notions of morality, purpose, success, and the very ways we evolve are unique. We take a deep dive into this world on today’s discussion, inspired by the novel The Selfish Gene by Richard Dawkins.
A Spanish study seeks to determine if Universal Basic Income (UBI)reduces worker motivation. This study spurs a larger conversation around the viability of UBI in Canada. What do the economics look like? Should politicians have the ability to sway it or would an independent body be ideal? What could happen if we botch this multi-hundred-billion-dollar project?
As infections grow exponentially across Canada, provinces mull over the idea of curfews. We discuss the rationale, flaws, and overall impact of such a policy. Then, we explore the failure of government officials to effectively get citizens on board with new measures. A lack of trust, hypocrisy and seemingly uninformed decisions drive that skepticism.
As numerous Canadian politicians are implicated in travelling abroad amidst a global pandemic and despite public health (+ their own) recommendations, we examine the double standards that politicians display. The average citizen has been forced to avoid leisure travel, seeing family, and even visiting sick loved ones, yet politicians believe its acceptable for them to enjoy a sunny holiday.
Russia is reportedly behind one of the largest scale cyber attacks in human history. The scope of the infiltration spans across America into Canada and across Europe. We discuss the dangers of cyberwarfare, our lack of defence against it and how Russia stands to benefit from the chaos they have sown.
The debate around the legitimacy of a death penalty has reignited following recent American executions. Today, we outline the case against the death penalty. Points involve the availability of alternatives, the definition of justice, the role of rehabilitation in the prison system and similarities between the likes of Iran and China’s capital punishment practices.
What is going on between farmers and the Indian government? The largest protests we have ever seen have erupted and the world is outraged. We dissect the 3 controversial bills that have caused this rift. Then, we discuss the impacts they will likely have on local farmers.
If you own an Amazon device, you will see your internet usage go up soon. Amazon Sidewalks is the corporation's newest opt-out project that will share your internet bandwidth (up to 500 MB per month) with strangers passing by your house. Your Amazon devices will serve as a backdoor to your personal network that will grant random users connectivity. We discuss the ridiculousness of an opt-out system, how Amazon Sidewalk works, the continued encroachments of big tech into our privacy and more.
We are joined by Rebecca, talented graphic designer and host of the Reb x Jen Show. The pandemic and the associated restrictions on our personal lives have cast a shadow of gloom across the world. Today we discuss how you can cope with some issues that may have arisen. Topics from decaying friendships to social media reliance come up. If your mental health has suffered, perhaps this conversation can help.
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As news of potential COVID-19 vaccines begin to circulate, we explore the latest updates. Topics including vaccine timelines, testing and efficacy. Then, we explore challenges that may arise. These include logistics and supply chain limitations given the extreme-cold temperatures needed to transport the vials and the damage anti-vaxxer thinking has caused.
The British Journal of Social Psychology published a study titled “why and when suffering increases the perceived likelihood of fortuitous rewards”. We analyze the findings and breakdown some of the flaws. Topics such as suffering vs sacrifice, the just-world theory, religion, and fallacies arise.
Canada’s response to COVID-19 has been relatively good. Perhaps not good enough though. Experts warn of a mounting backlog of “non-essential” medical procedures and operations. A growing number of people are developing advanced cancer. Opioid related deaths are surging. Mental health has plummeted. Today we take inventory of the lesser spoken about collateral damage and how we can improve our plan going forward. This involves government (Trudeau + Premiers) and ourselves as we all have a role to play.
Pillar Eight from my book, “Attaining Fulfillment: 8 Pillars To Live By” is titled Apply Wit. Today we discuss the essence of the chapter. How should we treat ideas? What is the importance of critical self reflection? How can we train our minds to be stronger? All of these questions and more are explained in this discussion.
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Pillar Seven from my book, “Attaining Fulfillment: 8 Pillars To Live By” is titled Cultivate Love. Today we discuss the essence of the chapter. What types of love should we strive to cultivate? How does Nietzsche’s concept of amor fati tie into this? Is the current environment of political polarization and cancel culture conductive to this pillar’s goal? How can we reasonably protect ourselves from harm while seeking love? All of these questions and more are explained in this discussion.
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Pillar Six from my book, “Attaining Fulfillment: 8 Pillars To Live By” is titled Discover A Purpose. Today we discuss the essence of the chapter. What is the meaning of life? Why do we need a (unique) purpose? What does the quote - “he who has a why can bear almost any how” mean? What is the link between purpose and combating depression? All of these questions and more are explained in this discussion.
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Pillar Five from my book, “Attaining Fulfillment: 8 Pillars To Live By” is titled Find and Be Yourself. Today we discuss the essence of the chapter. What traits are shared among all humans? How can we discover what makes us unique? Why is it important to be ourselves in a world of facades? What can someone do if they don’t like what they find? All of these questions and more are explained in this discussion.
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Pillar Four from my book, “Attaining Fulfillment: 8 Pillars To Live By” is titled Bounce Back. Today we discuss the essence of the chapter. What type of suffering needs to be properly recognised and dealt with? What is the role of potential in this? How does our shared proclivity to avoid vulnerability play into this? How can one “bounce back”? All of these questions and more are explained in this discussion.
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Pillar Three from my book, “Attaining Fulfillment: 8 Pillars To Live By” is titled Develop A Light Heart. Today we discuss the essence of the chapter. What is suffering and why are humans doomed to experience it? What causes these pains and can they be avoided? How can we differentiate between hardships worth recognized and ones worth ignoring? All of these questions and more are explained in this discussion.
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Pillar Two from my book, “Attaining Fulfillment: 8 Pillars To Live By” is titled Own The Moments. Today we discuss the essence of the chapter. Why are memories important? What does it mean to live in a finite reality? What is the connection between living in the moment and attaining fulfillment? All of these questions and more are explained in this discussion.
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Pillar One from my book, “Attaining Fulfillment: 8 Pillars To Live By” is titled Guts Over Fear. Today we discuss the essence of the chapter. What exactly is fear? How can we begin to control it? What does this have to do with finding fulfillment? Who can we compare ourselves with to gauge success? What happens if we fail? All of these questions and more are explained in this discussion.
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Erin O’Toole defeats Peter MacKay to replace Andrew Scheer as the federal Conservative Party leader. Erin was somewhat unknown prior to his victory. Today we discuss his background, political stances and what strategy the Conservative Party may adopt for the next election.
Matters of importance are rarely black and white. Today we are joined by Jakub Ferencik, author of the upcoming book titled “Up in the Air: Christianity, Atheism, & the Global Problems of the 21st Century”. We discuss the importance of recognizing nuance, interacting with the opposition, religious versus secular thinking, cancel culture, free will, determinism, the mind and much more.
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Yves-François Blanchet, leader of the Bloc Québécois, has launched an ultimatum at Justin Trudeau. He demands that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Finance Minister Bill Morneau and chief of staff Katie Telford all resign or he will attempt to force an election via a non-confidence motion. These sentiments are spurred by the WE Charity scandal. We discuss if this response is possible, likely to succeed, warranted and where Canada goes from here.
The catastrophic explosion that shook Beirut has forced the global eye onto Lebanon. The country has been in an economic crisis for months dating back prior to COVID-19. We put things into perspective and outline the chaos that preceded the explosion. Then, we outline the types of change that need to occur moving forward.
Jeff Bezos (Amazon), Tim Cook (Apple), Mark Zuckerberg (Facebook) and Sundar Pichai (Google) come before the American Antitrust Committee to testify. Are these companies destroying competition and damaging markets? We highlight key points from the exchange and summarize what you need to know.
Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla, has taken Twitter by storm. His tweets come with an air of genuineness, but are they logical? We discuss some of his more controversial content and give out ratings. Topics include: libertarianism, the role of government, toxicity, polarization, souls, negativity bias and the great filter.
Trends seem to point towards a resurgence of Marxism. Supporters of the ideology are becoming emboldened and are actively attempting to revive Marxist doctrine. We discuss the shortcoming of Marxism, socialism, and communism. We compare these with the issues that capitalism presents and we attempt to select the “best worst system”.
The world continues to further polarize and the toxic practice of cancel culture feeds the flames. We discuss why we need to regain respect for core liberal tenets such as free speech, compassion, and forgiveness. Then, we highlight key examples that illustrate how far cancel culture has already gone. These include Terry Crews, AOC, Goya Foods, Harper’s Magazine, and the plethora of individuals who have had their lives destroyed unjustly. A movement of overcoming cancel culture is a must if we wish to coexist peacefully in this world. The only way forward is together.
Justin Trudeau has stirred up yet another ethics violation. The government awarded a $900M contract to We Charity despite it having close family ties to Trudeau. We discuss the ethics probe and what results we can expect. Then, we explore the current legal issues that are exploding over Asia. First, China’s new security laws meant to curb Hong Kong protests and jail dissidents for life. Then, the Philippines’ anti-terrorism bill that can be bent to President Rodrigo Duterte’s will.
China initiates a prisoner exchange with Canada. The Chinese government has arbitrarily detained two Canadians and is using them as hostages to secure the return of former Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou. We discuss the issues with giving into these demands and what approach we must take. Then, we review some Ontario school changes that seek to introduce coding and personal finance into the curriculum.
The murder of George Floyd has rightfully ignited the passions of millions of people. Combined with other atrocities such as the killing of Breonna Taylor, movements like Black Lives Matter (BLM) have taken over the American attention. Protestors, rioters, civilians, politicians, nobody is free from the current environment of distress. Today we discuss facts about police violence, practical solutions involving mandatory body cameras and the profound effects social media has had on us.
Amor Fati translates to “the love of one’s fate”. Friedrich Nietzsche philosophized this concept and proclaimed it as the most suitable mode of living. To embrace all aspects of your life as good or at the very least, necessary. We explore the idea and reveal what works and what doesn’t.
Doug Ford’s Ontario Government releases their plan for reopening the province. Models have shown a decline in Covid-19 cases and this has given officials some hope. We go through the entire document and highlight the key points. Then, we discuss how a “new normal” is likely to form in a world post Covid-19.
Reports indicate that Kim Jong Un, the tyrannical ruler of North Korea, may be dead. A botched heart surgery could have been the undoing of this supreme leader. We discuss the validity of the reports and explore other possibilities for his disappearance. Then, we highlight the issue of succession. Replacing him with a greater evil would be a recipe for disaster.
The National Post puts out an article citing the possibility of a second Cold War forming around the West and China. We highlight the issues with nuclear weapons, the continued battle between democracy and authoritarianism and how we can navigate this dangerous terrain.
A Nova Scotia gunman wreaks havoc across the province throughout a 12-hour killing spree. The lives of roughly 20 people were claimed during this senseless act of violence (including an RCMP officer). We explain the series of events that unfolded and address the controversy surrounding the lack of emergency alerts.
Reports indicate that the federal government is toying with the notion of introducing laws to curb misinformation. Lies about Covid-19 can have tremendous consequences and that is understandable. We discuss whether citizens are the greatest source of misinformation or are other groups more responsible. Then, we lay out the issues with giving the government this type of interpretative power.
Comparative advantage, free trade and globalism have powered large economic gains in recent history. We examine the cost savings that stem from global supply chains and balance them with the negatives. As we see from the current Covid-19 environment, being dependent on international trade can leave you in a precarious position. How much security are we willing to sacrifice in the name of efficiency?
Contrary to common advice, Sweden has diverted from a countrywide lockdown. They are encouraging citizens to become infected with Covid-19 in hopes of kickstarting herd immunity. We explore this tactic and outline the flaws and benefits within it. Has Sweden got the right approach or are they headed for failure?
The Canadian Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) is designed to mitigate the economic fallout of Covid-19. This program offers $2,000 per month to eligible Canadians. We outline how this is not a UBI pilot and why lacking a universal aspect poses numerous issues.
Canada strikes an agreement to supply light armored vehicles (LAVs) to Saudi Arabia for $14 billion dollars. We reveal the true nature of Saudi Arabia by citing their numerous human rights violations and ponder about the ethical implications of arming them.
The Annals of Internal Medicine report findings regarding the effectiveness of masks. Do they curb viral spread? Are they useful? Should we wear them? The bottom line is masks are useful and we explore the data that proves this. Then, we examine the response of public health officials and how they have changed their tune over time.
Have our freedoms been unduly harmed amid the Covid-19 crisis? Has the coronavirus allowed government to extend their reach shamelessly? We explore these topics today with the host of The Meaningful Nonsense Podcast, Jake L.S.
Dostoyevsky’s novel, Crime and Punishment, is justifiably regarded as a literacy masterpiece. We dissect some prominent characters and extract life lessons that we can all benefit from. Then, we reveal how novels have the power to overcome barriers and enable understanding of themes beyond ourselves.
We review the ways in which the World Health Organization has let the world down amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. Then, we reveal the WHO’s irresponsible affection for China. A political agenda has seeped into this organization and it undermines the global health priority they supposedly stand for.
Is there legitimacy to Immanuel Kant’s philosophy of the categorical imperative? We are joined by Bryan from the Infusion Breakdown Show to discuss this. Topics branch out into identity politics, generalizations, Jordan Peterson, rival philosophies and the differences between America/Canada.
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America floats the idea of setting up troops along Canada’s border to curb the coronavirus spread. This strikes me as an idiotic proposal and I explain why. Then, we look at the latest laws meant to keep citizens from acting rashly during the pandemic. Finally, we end by analyzing the origins of covid-19 and wet markets.
Justin Trudeau and the federal Liberal party float the idea of granting themselves complete control over the country’s finances. In other words, parliamentary approvals would be void in such matters and this minority government can call the shots. The party reportedly pulled back this proposal, but it is still interesting how the notion arose in the first place. We discuss the implications of such an idea and why they should be avoided in absence of dire straits.
Multiple American senators come under fire for cashing out their investments prior to the market collapse. The current theory is that insider trading using government privy intel enabled this. Even worse, these senators actively downplayed the severity of the coronavirus epidemic despite knowing better. We discuss the implications of this and how we can pivot from here.
What matters more, the means or the ends? The rival philosophies of consequentialism and deontology seek to answer that. We dissect each theory and reveal the flaws in both. Fundamentally, these twin ideas can be viewed as the duo of blindness. Despite that, it is surprising how many people subscribe to one or the other in subtle shades.
The realities of Coronavirus have taken a toll on the airline industry. Stocks have plummeted and their expenses continue to soar. These corporations have begun begging the government for bailouts and subsidies. We discuss the legitimacy of these requests and if government intervention is warranted.
Fyodor Dostoevsky’s masterpiece, The Brothers Karamazov deserves its common accolade of being the best novel ever written. The tale explores topics such as morality, God, the human condition and more. Today we explore some powerful quotes and extract lessons to be learned from these philosophies.
When it comes to attaining inspiration, what’s the best source? Is it role models who are talented or those who work hard? There is a fundamental intrigue with the underdog narrative. The idea of people overcoming hurdles to achieve success moves us. We explore the importance of effort in life and why the only comparison you need to be making is one between your past self and where you are today.
Markets across the globe tumble tremendously amid coronavirus fears and oil wars between Saudi Arabia and Russia. We discuss the current state of the economy, how things are likely to shake-up, should interest rates be lowered and what investors should do.
A participant in a drunk driving accident attempts to launch a lawsuit against the hosts of a party. He claims that the hosts did not properly ensure he would get home safely and thus, responsibility for the accident ultimately rests on them. We dissect these arguments and explain why the courts should strike down this nonsensical proposition.
Although Ontario’s Universal Basic Income pilot project was cut short, we still learned a great deal. We discuss the findings and how something like UBI needs to be implemented to ensure success. Nuanced points regarding how politicians can abuse UBI, avoiding disincentives and how we should pay for it come up.
A new set of laws forces Chinese citizens to only post “positive” things online. Criticism of the country, undermining the social order, rumors and things the government doesn’t like are now illegal. We discuss the disastrous implications of this, why we should cherish freedom of speech and where we go from here.
We are joined by Jake from the Meaningful Nonsense Podcast as we discuss what makes Canada great. Topics such as our shared values, healthcare, capitalism, democracy and universal basic income come up.
The one certainty in life is uncertainty. Given all of these unknowns, fear naturally grips us. In this episode we break down what fear is and how you can overcome it. You have a lot of living to do, so make the most of it.
Reports indicate that Canada is preparing to respond to a possible pandemic as Coronavirus cases around the world continue to climb. We discuss how the situations has evolved and what the current global landscape looks like.
As the federal conservative leadership race heats up, Peter MacKay explains some of his plans for the party if elected. In typical fashion, his first priority is seemingly to remove the carbon tax. Following this, notions of increased military spending and medically assisted dying come up. We discuss his platform and the fit for Canada.
In response to the CRTC forwarding the notion of increased competition in the Canadian telecom industry, Telus’ CEO throws a tantrum. The CEO puts forward threats of reduced spending, cutting 5,000 jobs and reduced philanthropy. We discuss the Canadian telecom market and why the Big 3 (Rogers, Bell and Telus) are so desperate to maintain their oligopoly.
Notions of income inequality have become a contentious topic. Today we dissect the legitimacy of “ending inequality” and what a better aim for society is. Then, we analyze British Columbia’s new tax brackets that have top earners paying over 53% of their income to the government.
Protests erupt across Canada over a controversial pipeline that travels through First Nation’s territory. We discuss the nuance behind the issue and whether the hereditary chiefs should be making calls for the entirety of the community.
A group of female athletes have launched a lawsuit that hopes to restrict biological men who identify as women from entering female sports. Unfairness and disregard for the competitive nature of women’s sports are cited as rationale. We discuss the validity of this case and how we need to navigate trans issues going forward.
Facial recognition technology appears to be gaining popularity within Canadian police departments. Watchdogs are calling for intelligent policies to lay our clear guidelines for these practices, but the government has been slow to respond. We discuss the benefits and dangers of facial recognition as well as why rules are desperately needed.
Jordan Peterson is revealed to have suffered from a damaging addiction but has entered the path to recovery via treatment in Russia. We discuss the heinous responses that some groups have published in regards to this tragedy and why polarization has put a wedge between us all.
CNBC reports that Chinese citizens have voiced displeasure towards their government, demanding rights such as freedom of speech. This is in relation to a doctor’s death who was reprimanded for reporting the coronavirus prior to it becoming a major outbreak. We discuss how citizens are the key to true state reformation and how China seems to be (slowly) heading towards a breaking point.
Canada’s Heritage Minister entertains the idea of government controlling the media via regulatory licenses. After massive blowback, the minister and Justin Trudeau walk the notion back. We discuss why these types of suggestions are toxic to a democracy and how the government can never be trusted as sole arbiters of truth.
We examine the theories that Charles Darwin (Darwinism) put forward. Notions of evolution, natural selection and competition are examined. Then, we explore the criticisms of these theories and where evolutionary science still has room to expand.
The president of Quebec’s largest women’s group (Federation Des Femmes) goes on a rant stating heterosexual relationships are violent, mostly a product of religion and should possibly be banned. We analyze her claims and reveal the underlying woke ideology. Then we address why discussions like this should be centered around ideas and not the people who utter them per se.
Avast, an online antivirus company gets exposed for stealing your data. Are we even surprised at this point? Reports indicate they collect information ranging from your online behaviour to your adult video searches. In return, they make millions of dollars from companies like Microsoft and Google. We discuss the findings of this “Data Blackmarket” and how we need to better build laws to protect citizens.
The Wuhan Coronavirus has killed roughly 60 people and infected over 2,000 thus far. One of the infected has reportedly been identified in Toronto. We discuss the origins of this virus, how to defend against it and other facts you should know.
Justin Trudeau comes under fire for purchasing donuts. You read that right. We discuss if the media overplayed this “controversy” by exaggerating the public’s opinion on Donutgate. Then, we analyze how things have gotten to the point where a few people ranting on Twitter is enough to bring about national claims of outrage and scandal.
The federal government describes their multistep plan to tackle gun violence in Canada. This is in response to Trudeau’s election promise to curb assault weapons. We discuss the statistics surrounding gun related homicides and evaluate the proposed plan’s effectiveness.
The president of UBC claims that education without liberal arts is a threat to humanity. For the most part, this is correct, but what happens when the liberal arts become a threat themselves? We discuss the history of classical liberalism and how the liberal arts have strayed from their core values. Concepts such as freedom of speech, intellectual honesty, fair debate and truth have eroded and been replaced with far left ideology.
A recent study cites that 40% of the world’s countries will witness civil unrest in 2020. We analyze that study and highlight the findings. Then, we discuss reasons for these social tensions and how best we can navigate our changing landscapes.
Michael McCain takes to Maple Leaf’s Twitter account to vent about the Iran plane crash. He attributes blame to America and Trump for the death of 63 Canadians onboard. We analyze his argument and get to the bottom of who is ultimately responsible for those needless casualties.
A Canadian court rules that children can undergo gender changing procedures without parental consent. This is ironic given that children can’t consent to anything else remotely as severe. We discuss how this ruling is insane and the precedents it sets for society.
Was Qasem Soleimani a terrorist? Where better ways available to deal with him? How did Iran respond to America? Is a war possible and how does the nuclear deal fit into all of this? We explore these topics on today’s episode.
Ricky Gervais performs a monologue exposing the hypocrisy and idiocy of Hollywood. His comments were unfiltered which made it all the more great. We breakdown the most notable quotes and give our take on celebrity culture.
Maclean's published an article stating that Canada needs more shame in politics. They cite a supposed decline in humiliation and how shame is the medicine to lying politicians. We highlight how Maclean's approach is akin to abusing antibiotics. Then we breakdown their arguments and question the legitimacy of their premise.
Yvan Godbout, a Quebec author, created a retelling of Hansel and Gretel (Hansel et Gretel) and has been arrested for a scene that described the sexual abuse of Gretel. We discuss the legitimacy of this lawsuit and whether the courts got it right. Then, we dive into the underlying consequences that a charge like this can have on Canadian artists.
We explore the philosophical debate of free will versus determinism. Are we the authors of our future or are we simply along for the ride? I compare my thoughts with those of Sam Harris and other philosophers to create a diagram for how YOU can take back control of your life.
JK Rowling comes under attack for posting a logical tweet about accepting transgender people while not destroying those who believe sex is not subjective. We discuss the movement of the far left into the mainstream and how they are creating an environment where opposing viewpoints are clubbed into submission. The notions of freedom of speech, thought, debate, truth, honesty and rationalism are all under attack.
The outgoing Senate Leader calls on Justin Trudeau to appoint future senators who actually have political experience. Trudeau has been accused of hiring political neophytes in a supposed battle to curb partisanship in the senate. We discuss the downfalls of Trudeau's practice and how the conservatives also don’t have the right formula.
A school board issues an apology for offending audience members of a Christmas concert with anti-oil rhetoric. We discuss why cancel culture has become a toxic tool of subjugation, why outrage is being propelled to disproportionate heights via social media and why apologizing excessively is illogical. Social justice and drawing boundaries also come up.
Numerous media outlets have undergone a shift from objective journalism to reports seeped in agendas. The core issue lies in the fact that they still attempt to enact a facade of objectivity. We dissect a clickbait article from The Guardian that paints an unjust picture of the RCMP in regard to their "readiness to shoot protestors".
The personal information, including health records, of 15 Million Canadians has been comprised in a data breach of LifeLabs. This accounts for 40% of Canada’s total population being exposed in one cyberattack. We discuss the structures that allow for cyberattacks to flourish and how government can curb this phenomenon.
Andrew Scheer steps down as the Canadian Conservative Party leader but amidst a finance scandal. Scheer had used party funds to pay for the private school tuition of his children. The Conservative Executive Director denies wrongdoing, but the Conservative Fund Board is livid. We unravel the facts of the situation and discuss the next steps for the party.
Virginia Giuffre, an alleged victim of Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking scheme has received death threats. These are in relation to her accusation of Prince Andrew engaging in sexual relations with her while she was underage. We discuss the Epstein controversy, the death threats and our thoughts on the situation.
The American government has finally agreed to pass the USMCA trade agreement (amidst the Trump impeachment inquiry). We discuss the details of the agreement and how they affect Canada.
The federal government faces pressures to impose sanctions on China. The long list of infractions that inspire this include the treatment of protestors and detainment of religious minorities. We discuss how sanctions would work against China and ways the world should respond to this regime.
Around the world in 2018, nearly 9.8 million people were diagnosed with measles. Of that, over 140,000 died. The growth and revival of measles is being propelled by the asinine anti vaccination movement. We explore the data and discuss the underlying ideology of this group today.
Food prices are expected to inflate by 4% next year. This is double the average yearly inflation rate. We discuss these findings and what they mean for Canada. Then, we examine the NATO drama between President Trump and Prime Minister Trudeau.
The far left has pushed a narrative of math being “racist”. This has seeped into the American education system as Seattle looks to add these notions to their curriculum. We play an interview (courtesy of Fox News) from a professor who attempts to defend the idea. After, we dissect these notions and reveal the underlying ideology.
An article via The Star paints a depressing picture of Canada’s nutrition landscape. The health of the nation is in danger due to a nutrition deficit. We discuss the findings and brainstorm ideas on how everyone can improve their diet.
Exclusive recordings from the CBC reveal a political party hired an outside firm to launch an attack campaign against Maxime Bernier and The People's Party. Their aim was to expose him as a racist, white supremacist. The company incited their employees to let their "hate wash over them as a purifying force" and to "spill blood". We discuss the implications of attack style politics and how this sets an appalling precedent.
The inventor of the internet (Tim Berners-Lee) proposes a “Contract for the Web”. Within this document, pillars for successful interaction between government, corporations and people are laid out. We evaluate these principles and discuss if they can truly save the internet as proposed by Tim.
The Premier of Alberta has come under public scrutiny for firing an election commissioner amid an investigation. Kenney is suspected of removing the official due to the possibility of uncovering evidence of criminal involvement. We discuss why Jason Kenney is a corrupt politician and how the evidence points towards his guilt.
Suicide is the 9th leading cause of death in Canada. All of this despite living in the most prosperous times in all of human history? We explore the suicide epidemic and unravel our growing lack of purpose.
China escalates violence against Hong Kong protestors (again) and deploys their military. We discuss the fact that Hong Kong looks to have entered a civil war and what international governments can do about it.
Separatist notions mount in Canada… again. This time, the western provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan are flaming the Wexit movement as they try to establish sovereignty. We discuss why provinces leaving Canada is terrible for everyone and what solutions exist.
Reports indicate that 400,000 Canadians are likely to die due to superbugs (bacteria) in the coming 30 years. The over usage of antibodies is predominantly to blame for the creation of resistant bugs that are immune to treatment. We discuss the implications of this and how bacteriophages pose an interesting solution.
To commemorate Remembrance Day, we remember the history of World War 1 from the Canadian perspective.
Tensions escalate in Hong Kong as the first confirmed protest death occurs. A portion of the protestors are calling for revenge in response to this tragic outcome. We discuss why violence is a terrible response that will doom the entire cause.
Cornwall, a city in Ontario, proposes thousands of dollars to fund a Naturopathy clinic given a doctor shortage. We discuss how this ideology is steeped in pseudoscience and why this taxpayer expense is asinine.
An alarming report indicates that Canada may be amid a tap water crisis. According to Global News, hundreds of thousands of Canadians are consuming lead laced water due to aging infrastructure. We discuss the implications of this, where the government failed and what steps we can take to remedy the issue.
Meghan Murphy and the Toronto Public library come under fire for hate speech violations. Meghan is a feminist who is critical of the transgender movement and an upcoming event caused the controversy. We discuss the details of what happened, the importance of freedom of speech and why notions like hate speech are too vague to be useful.
A clip of Slavoj Zizek discussing the nuance differences between Communism and Fascism is the basis of this discussion. We analyze the distinctions between the systems, how they worked and where we have some similarities in today’s highly polarized age.
BNN Bloomberg reports that nearly half of Canadians are facing a debt trap. In other words, they are locked into debts due to an inability to pay them back. These Canadians don’t expect to cover basic living expenses without incurring further debts within the coming year. We explain the ramifications of this finding.
Canada’s GDP per capita is estimated to be held back by roughly 4% due to interprovincial trade barriers. Canada has agreements with dozens of countries but within our own borders, trade is stifled. We discuss why this is and how we can remedy the issue.
The Liberal party wins a minority government under Justin Trudeau in the 2019 Federal Election.
We discuss the voting data, highlight how election reform would have changed the results and what major challenges Trudeau will likely encounter during this second term.
The 2019 Federal Elections come to a close tonight! We briefly discuss the latest polling data, how the government will likely shape up and why we need to take our right to vote seriously.
What can happen if Canada elects a minority government? We explain why the party with the most seats isn’t guaranteed to produce the prime minister and how coalitions come into play.
The CBC has launched a lawsuit against Canada’s Conservative Party regarding copyright infringement and violating the moral rights of news staff. The clips in question range from a few political displays including the Federal Leader’s Debate. We discuss if this lawsuit is legitimate and where the CBC may have gone wrong.
The giant Chinese social media app, WeChat, has come under fire for breaking Canada’s election campaign laws. It is required for digital agencies to join a registry when selling political ads in an effort to combat fake news and propaganda. WeChat bypassed this and displayed a conservative ad detailing how Trudeau would legalize hard drugs. We discuss the implications of this.
The Globe and Mail put out a piece outlining a key Supreme Court ruling. Randy Fleming was arrested for supposedly triggering an opposing group to the point where violence may occur. The police responded by arresting him. Despite a court victory for Randy, it was overturned by the Ontario Appeals Court. Finally, it was sent to the Supreme Court which found police action should never be made in the pursuit of a particular ends. We discuss the implications of this and how shutting down those who disagree with you is a terrible precedent.
The federal party leaders were unleashed this week at the debate!
Today, we recap each leader’s performance, how the overall format was and why I feel that all the options have glaring downsides.
We are joined by Policy First for a discussion about the upcoming 2019 Federal election. We highlight some key points from each of the federal parties, whether to vote strategically or with your conscious and if candidate scandals such as Trudeau’s brownface should influence your choice.
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Andrew Scheer confirms his dual citizenship. The media responds by spinning narratives about his American relations, a similar pattern to what we've seen happen to Trudeau. We discuss this latest fall of politics and why a trajectory like that is disastrous.
A recent poll suggests that 75% of Canadians are in favour of a Universal Basic Income. Today we explore why a country would need a UBI, how they should implement it and where society is heading in the future.
What are the benefits of social media? What are the cons of social media? These key questions are explored on today’s episode as we delve into the effects that the likes of Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram have had on us (society).
Google wins a pivotal legal dispute with the EU in regard to expanding the Right To Be Forgotten worldwide. Today we expand on what this right constitutes, the pros versus the cons and why we need to be careful as we traverse delisting.
The UN Human Rights Council has brought forward evidence linking China to organ harvesting of minorities. This black market is estimated to be worth upwards of $1B dollars. We discuss the details of the report, what this means for the world and what the international community can do about it.
Cellphone bills have become a hot topic this election. We discuss the landscape of Canada’s telecom industry to give insight into why outrageous prices have become the norm. Then, we explore possible solutions.
Justin Trudeau comes under fire for photos showing him in blackface and brownface costumes. We explore if Trudeau really is racist, how we should handle this and what kinds of precedents we set for the country with our response.
The Journal of Experimental Social Psychology reveals that gender imbalances are perceived differently regarding men and women centric issues. We discuss some of the problems plaguing men, why equality doesn’t seem to be all-encompassing and how findings like the gender paradox shift the debate.
Elizabeth May impresses, Andrew Scheer dodges and Jagmeet Singh falters. The first federal leaders’ debate was highly entertaining due to the moderator taking a step back. We gained tremendous insights into the candidates and today we discuss what transpired.
The number of minimum wage workers has doubled in Canada since 1998. We discuss why this trend is alarming and what the future holds for low skill labour. Then, we speculate on the usefulness of UBI in an AI dominated world.
Campaigning for the 2019 Federal Election officially beings today. Get ready for all the attack ads and pretentious election promises you can handle!
In this episode we cover all the basics that you should know. Starting with a general summary of each major party (Liberal, Conservative, People’s, NDP and Green) and ending with my take on the current political landscape.
The Institute for Public Policy Research (UK) releases a report suggesting that the wealth of citizens needs to be taxed on the same level as income. We dissect this claim and outline why it would hurt the average citizen far more than the rich. Then, we examine the deeper trend of attacking the wealthy while not necessarily helping the middle or low classes.
We are joined by Dr. Catherine Hundleby of Windsor University. Discussion topics include: critical thinking and its connection to university education, if political correctness impacts our ability to think freely, what the proper way to argue is and how this all ties into today’s world.
According to Bloomberg, Facebook has been paying hundreds of contractors to transcribe clips of audio from their users. This is the latest chapter in Facebook’s ongoing privacy invasion track-record. We discuss the normalization of data theft and how governments have failed to curb this practice.
Vertex, an American based pharmaceutical company, has made their Cystic Fibrosis treatment unaffordable while raking in record profits. We highlight the corruption that exists within the pharmaceutical industry and the effects it has on people. Then, we discuss solutions and where to go from here.
The Hong Kong protests enter their 9th week. As China begins to lose patience, they threaten military violence. We discuss the importance of supporting Hong Kong and why China is trying to silence the protestors. The situation is drawing a striking resemblance to the Tiananmen Square Massacre and the world needs to pay attention to those calling for democracy.
America and Canada are both hit with gun violence this past week. In El Paso Texas, a white supremacist terrorist kills over 20 people at a Wal Mart. In Dayton Ohio a far-left extremist kills 8 people. In Toronto Ontario, 17 people are shot in 14 different incidents.
We discuss the current gun climate, the issue with how things were handled and how we can better stop this epidemic.
Vegan activists have taken to new methods to get their agenda across. Now, they are utilizing cyberbullying, lies and exaggeration to take down farmers. We discuss the irony of such an approach and why certain activists have crossed the line into hate groups.
The American government announces a proposal to allow their citizens to import prescription drugs from Canada due to high domestic prices. We discuss why this simultaneously acknowledges a deep-rooted issue and actively avoids doing anything to fix it.
Canadian medical schools are revamping their application process to make a push for greater diversity. We discuss the difference between equality of opportunity versus outcome and why this proposal is set for disaster.
Universities are meant to promote the best and brightest students, seemingly they are prepared to sacrifice this in the name of virtue signaling. The more desirable scenario where all students can achieve based on their own potential from grassroots change is cast aside for short term band-aid solutions.
A man who identifies as a woman (Jessica Yaniv) testifies before the BC Human Rights Tribunal due to being refused Brazilian waxes from numerous salons. We discuss the absurdity of this claim, the issue with the current political climate surrounding transgenderism and how we can improve dialogue.
We are joined by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine from Gender Lab, Centre for International and Defence Policy (CIDP).
We discuss the core differences between men and women in the Canadian Armed Forces by tackling the following questions and more.
Do men and women need to be treated differently in the military? What obstacles uniquely face women in the armed forces? What are the challenges facing veterans? How big of a detriment is sexual misconduct to women entering the army? Which groups do mental disorders target heavier? How can we arrive at diversity of thought?
We are joined by Dr. Jonathan Farrar and Dr. Leslie Berger to followup on our previous discussion regarding their research paper titled “An Empirical Analysis of the Displacement Effect of TFSAs on RRSPs”. The primary discovery of every 1 percent increase in a TFSA contribution reduces an RRSP contribution by approximately 0.4 percent serves as our basis for this conversation.
This time, we explore audience questions, delve deeper into implications and what the Canadian government can do to increase personal savings.
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The protest situation in Hong Kong continues to descend into chaos. A group of masked individuals attacked protestors and citizens on a subway line with bamboo sticks. Over 40 people were injured and one left in critical condition. We discuss the implications of the attack and what the Chinese government stands to gain.
We are joined by Dr. Lu Zhang to discuss a research paper titled “An Empirical Analysis of the Displacement Effect of TFSAs on RRSPs”. We explore topics regarding Tax Free Savings Accounts, Retirement Savings Plans and the relationship they have in terms of the ability for Canadians to retire. This portion of the discussion focuses on the sample and findings of the research. The primary discovery of every 1 percent increase in a TFSA contribution reduces an RRSP contribution by approximately 0.4 percent serves as our basis for this conversation.
To view the full report, visit: https://bit.ly/2xZSJaZ
Ontario’s top court has allowed a mentally ill individual who was responsible for a knife attack at Toronto’s military recruitment centre to be cleared to attend college. Given that the defendant plead insanity only 3 years ago for the crimes committed, this seems like a rash decision. We explore the inadequate justice system handling of mentally ill inmates and why introducing them unsupervised back into society can be disastrous.
Maxime Bernier’s Peoples Party of Canada has an event shut down due to threats of violence from an “anti fascist” rally. Oddly enough, this rally was organized by a pro-communism organization. We explain why the charges of fascism are incorrect and question how a group can actively be supporters of a communist ideology.
The former ambassador to China, John McCallum, publicly announces that China should soften up on Canada to avoid the election of a conservative government. We discuss why this attempt at election interference provocation should be condemned but we also dive deeper. We analyze why McCallum would say this and why it seems likely he has another agenda.
Bombardier is set to layoff half their staff at the Thunder Bay manufacturing plant. We discuss the repeated failures of Bombardier and why Canadians are becoming fed up with government bailouts for this company. Then, we highlight what solutions exist to bring Bombardier back to relevancy.
Canadian employment hits an all-time high! That’s a good thing, right? We discuss how this stat may be misleading, especially when considering that the quality of Canadian jobs has worsened.
Does diversity of opinion exist on university campuses? We discuss the role of politics and the lack of conservative thinkers in academia. Polarization, intolerance and a misguided aim of diversity all spell trouble for our post secondary education systems.
New Brunswick MP Dominic LeBlanc comes under fire after reports of five judges who were recently appointed hold personal connections with him. The five judges range from his neighbour to family relative. We discuss why this is a blatant example of government corruption and steps to mitigate nepotism.
CBC reports that Canadians are conflicted about the upcoming 2019 federal election. We discuss the latest polling data to explain why these trends exist.
The G20 summit commences! The primary objective of Canada is to establish a dialogue with China to alleviate some of the pressure they’ve placed on us in relation to Huawei. We highlight what occurred and why we need to pay attention to the global power landscape.
The University of Cambridge creates a video game that simulates a propaganda producer. As players manipulate news, use social media bots, photoshop evidence and incite conspiracy theories they develop a resistance to misinformation. Players leave the game on average being 21% less susceptible. We breakdown the elements of the game and what it teaches us about fake news.
We discuss why populism is becoming a trending political device. We go over the appeal to the "average person" to the raise of demagoguery. MacLean’s reported that half of Canadians have attitudes that make them open to populism. Due to this, it is important to understand prior to the federal election.
Canada’s head of military personnel calls for better defences. This is based on raising global instability and how our army has been forsaken as of late. We discuss the merit of this argument and why we need to care. Then, we highlight a Norwegian island who has supposedly abolished the concept of time. Spoiler, they didn’t.
The Canadian Government declares a national climate emergency. During this same week they also announce approval for the expansion of the Trans Mountain Oil Pipeline. We discuss the hypocrisy of this move but also why it may not be as bad as it seems.
We are joined by Brendan Frank of Canada's Ecofiscal Commission. Everything carbon tax and climate change is up for discussion, tune in to hear our conversation.
Canada's Ecofiscal Commission is an independent economics organization formed in 2014 by a group of Canadian economists from across Canada.
A notion to immediately address veteran homelessness gets delayed in Canada. We discuss why the current approach may have been flawed and what better alternatives are present.
We dedicate this episode to discuss the crisis in Sudan. To get a firm grasp on how the situation transpired the way it did, we start at the beginning by detailing Sudan’s history. Along the way we outline the heinous crimes that Al Bashir took which led the country to the current boiling point we’re witnessing.
Canada plans to completely ban single use plastics by 2021. Say goodbye to plastic straws, cotton swabs and much more! We discuss how this is a positive move that sets us up to tackle climate change on a country-wide basis. Then, we talk about the protests that broke out in Hong Kong. Over one million citizens took to the streets to fight against China’s extradition proposal.
YouTube is changing their community guidelines to tackle extremist content and other “borderline” inappropriate material. We discuss how this move destroys freedom of expression on YouTube and their transition to a publisher. Then, we analyze a case of an Alberta man being sent to prison for defending himself against a home invasion.
Justin Trudeau announces hundreds of millions of dollars in new foreign aid expenditures. We discuss how effective money really is in terms of tackling global issues and why Canadians are feeling betrayed. Then, we honor D-Day by retelling the historical invasion and discussing why it was so impactful in ending the second World War.
A public inquiry finds that thousands of indigenous women were murdered or disappeared at vastly disproportionate levels. The report claims that these women fell victim to a Canadian genocide. We discuss the validity of this claim and highlight some key recommendations on how to tackle the issue.
People accused of petty crimes are being set free by the Canadian justice system. How come? According to CBC the legal infrastructure is way past capacity and simply doesn’t have the time. We discuss how terrible this is for a society and possible fixes. Then, we highlight the competitive economy world rankings and discuss Canada’s falling placement.
Facebook refuses to cooperate with the Canadian government in their mission to remove “misleading” content prior to the federal elections. Canada responds by contemplating a social media ban. We discuss the implications of this and other possible paths forward. Then, we talk about Bell and their list of wishes for Canada’s upcoming broadcast laws.
The federal Canadian government proposes 600 million dollars in subsidies to save a "dying" media industry. We discuss why this is a terrible move as well as why adding an interest group like Unifor into the equation spells trouble. Then, we look at a growing movement within Ontario's liberal party to push a new soda tax on overly sugary drinks.
A new poll shows that the Ontario PC’s approval ratings have tanked. Under Doug Ford’s leadership they have reached lower levels than the previous Liberal party (yes, the one that didn’t even earn official party status). We discuss the implications of this and what the future holds. Finally, we report on the latest on Brexit. The British Prime Minister, Theresa May, was forced to resign after her mounting failures.
Today, the Canadian government launched a new digital charter. This document includes a variety of pillars that outline rules to assist with governing the digital world. We discuss each of these pillars and highlight the good, the bad and all the ways some can backfire.
The Ontario government’s latest cuts target AI research. We discuss the downsides to this policy and why the topic of budget cuts is generally hard to stomach. Then, we cover the latest in the #TradeWars as Google revokes Huawei’s access to Android software. Finally, we end with a casual conversation about the Game of Thrones finale.
Canadian drug companies face a billion-dollar lawsuit over opioids. The charges range from aggressive marketing to not advertising the addictive tendencies adequately. Then, we highlight a new scientific study that tries to establish a link between psychedelics and escaping alcohol addiction. We finish by discussing the latest news in the Canadian/American trade situation.
Justin Trudeau takes a stand against hate speech, violence and extremism online at the Christchurch Call to Action. World leaders sign onto a pledge for government activism in terms of regulating speech and censorship. I explain why the notion of hate speech and government censorship is a deadly combination that has a plethora of unintended consequences. Then, I propose a counter measure that can be equally effective without nearly as much potential for disaster.
We breakdown the escalating trade war between the United States and China. First, we discuss how it all began and where things are likely to go. Then, we inform you on what this means to the average citizen. To wrap up the episode, we reveal the truth behind corporate backed scientific research and Coca Cola being the poster-boy for corruption.
Mexico proposes a daring new policy to decriminalize all drugs to stifle the cartel. We explain the pros and cons of such an idea. Then we demonstrate the differences between legalization and decriminalization as the distinction is key. After, we respond to an article from the UN detailing how antibiotics are becoming more useless everyday. Finally, we end with some positive news on job growth within Canada.
Uber and Lyft drivers around the globe strike in unison to fight against poverty wages and exploitation. We discuss the implications of this and how self driving vehicles make the strike seemingly meaningless in the eyes of Uber. Then we discuss an app in Saudi Arabia that lets male guardians track and trap women. Finally, we end by updating you on Canada’s latest attempt to subpoena Mark Zuckerberg.
The federal Carbon Tax is ruled constitutional in Saskatchewan. We explore this tax itself and discuss the legitimacy of the ruling. After, we report on Trudeau supposedly requesting for America's support in relation to our China crisis. Finally, we talk about the Italian student who was tortured and killed in Egypt.
The Right to Repair bill gets killed in Ontario’s provincial parliament. We discuss the implications of this along with how lobbying by corporations (including Apple) is influencing politicians unjustly. Then, we break down a legal battle involving a divorced father and his ex wife in relation to the right to vaccinate their children. We end the episode with a casual conversation about Game of Thrones, specifically, the Battle of Winterfell.
A UN representative tries to make the case that housing should be a right, we take apart that argument. Then, we report on the growing tensions within Venezuela. We end with an odd article about a new law that prohibits employers from stealing the tips of their employees.
Quebec focuses on electoral reform as the movement to replace first past the post with proportional representation gains traction. Additionally, China once again hinders Canadian exports in ways we should have seen coming. Finally, we learn that R Kelly can’t read.
CNN reports that the world is sadder and angrier than ever before. I identify five pillars that are causing us to feel sad and angry within today’s society. The topics covered range from a lack of purpose to the rising influence of social media on our lives.
Rodrigo Duterte, the President of the Philippines threatens Canada with war over misplaced garbage. Additionally, the CBC puts out a questionable article about the Vancouver housing crisis. Then, we end off with a report of a Russian man being charged for insulting Vladimir Putin online.
We analyze the debate of the century, Jordan Peterson Vs Slavoj Zizek. Capitalism or Marxism? What is true happiness? Political correctness or individual thought? Equality of outcome or opportunity? All of these topics and more are broken down and discussed. Additionally, we report on the horrific bombings that plagued Sri Lanka.
A Canadian tribunal finds a refugee guilty of aiding ISIS. The UK rethinks automatic parental rights for rapists and we check in on the stock markets.
An African MAGA hat supporter is assaulted. We dive into the cultural implications of this and the issues with American politics. After, we discuss Facebook's latest data scandal and producers cracking down on Canadian piracy.
Maple Leaf launches a new plant-based protein facility. British Columbia vows to remove gas powered vehicles by 2040 and we catch up on the latest Canadian polling data.
We breakdown the highlights of the Conservative government's Ontario budget for 2019. Additionally, we report on a recent study that revealed nearly 33% of Alberta's political Twitter discussions are being run by bots. Submit viewer questions and comments to perriplatform@gmail.com for a chance to be featured.
Justin Trudeau threatens a lawsuit against the current conservative leader, Andrew Scheer. Additionally, Canada's privacy commission reports back on the Equifax data breach of 2017 with updated findings.
A cabinet minister flirts with the notion of government regulations on social media. Also, Canada is set to build the first ever negative emissions plant. Then we end with a tale about a traveling corpse making it back to Canada.
Doug Ford's government proposes an absurd mandatory math test for all Ontario teachers. Also, we examine the full extents of the failures plaguing Canada's tech industry. We end off with a segment on the Jussie Smollett catastrophe.
Raybould releases a surprising phone conversation with previous clerk of the privy council, Wernick. Nova Scotia becomes the first nation in North American to move towards an opt-out organ donation system and Bitcoin surges!
Witness accounts of China's detention camps come to light and the Ontario conservative government faces criticism over their unveiled environmental action plan.
Trudeau's approval ratings continual to tumble amidst SNC. Also, we dive into an article that stirred up panic, using it to explain the dangers on sensationalism.
The University of Toronto comes under fire for brushing off student suicides, Ontario begins to question solitary confinement and we update you on the latest craziness of Brexit.
The Mueller Report is finally released. Join us as we discuss the results followed by segments on Canada's controversial gun survey and McDonald's new hiring process.
China attempts to cripple Canada's canola industry in relation to the Huawei conundrum. Join us as we tackle this issue and recall the chain of events that led us here.
The Canadian Liberal government announces their First Time Home Buyer Incentive. Join us as we dissect the proposal and reveal the drastic downsides of it.
The results of Ontario's Student Voices on Sexual Violence Survey have been released. Join us as we discuss the findings and why the data set comes with fatal flaws.
Facebook drops the BAN HAMMER on anti-vaxxers, Ontario packs more students into classes and people find interesting ways to stream movies. All on this episode of The Perri Platform.
Join us as we tackle the SNC scandal that has swept over Canada. Discussions surrounding Boeing and Brave New World make for a stacked episode.