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Resuming DebateEP 72. Jasper Wildfires: Insights from Two Great Danes | Dane de Souza & Dane LloydIn the year after a devastating wildfire wreaked havoc on the town of Jasper, the people of that community continue the enormous task of rebuilding – and planning for the future. Joining me on today's episode of Resuming Debate are Dane de Souza, Senior Policy Advisor on Emergency Management for the Métis National Council, and Dane Lloyd, Conservative Member of Parliament for Sturgeon River–Parkland. In this episode, we discuss the multitude of policy failures which led to the Jasper Wildfire tragedy. We also talk about the efforts being made by the town to recover, how government red tape is co...2025-03-191h 06Resuming DebateEP 71. Protecting Canadian Charities | Bruce MacDonald & Deina WarrenWhile Canadians are already struggling, Canadian charities are trying to fill that gap. But charities also face a series of unique challenges, some of them driven by government policy. Joining me on today's episode of Resuming Debate are Bruce MacDonald, President and CEO of Imagine Canada, and Deina Warren, Director of Legal Affairs at the Canadian Centre for Christian Charities (CCCC). We discuss the current growing need and important role charities are playing in Canada and discuss what the relationship between government and charitable institutions should look like. We also discuss recent recommendations of the finance committee that threaten...2025-02-121h 01Resuming DebateEP 70. From Teenage Activist to Parliamentary Prosecutor: The Michael Cooper StoryI’m excited to kick off the new year with a very special guest - Michael Cooper, MP for St. Albert-Edmonton. In this episode of Resuming Debate, Michael shares his journey from getting involved in politics as a high school student to his current role as Shadow Minister for Democratic Reform. Join us as we talk about his early involvement in the Canadian Alliance party, his commitment to battling foreign inference, his celebrity status in Taiwan, and how his experience as a lawyer helped shape his work at committees exposing Liberal scandals. If you liked this episode of Resuming De...2025-01-291h 06Resuming DebateEP 69. Stories from the front lines of Canada’s addiction crisis | Dr. Quentin GenuisJoining me today is a very special guest, my brother Dr. Quentin Genuis, emergency care doctor at Vancouver's St. Paul's Hospital. In addition to working on the front lines, Quentin speaks and writes a lot about subjects that draw on connections between medicine, theology, philosophy, and policy. In this episode we talk especially about his work with patients struggling with addiction, and what we can do to respond to the addiction crisis.If you liked this episode of Resuming Debate, please subscribe and leave us a review.2024-12-241h 09Resuming DebateEP 68. The International Crisis You May Not Know About | Dr. Unni Krishnan & Abier MustafaSudan faces the world’s worst catastrophe that you mightnot have heard about. While the rival armed factions of the RSF and SAF continue their war, the conflict has resulted in devastating impacts for the Sudanese people. 5 million children are being displaced and millions more Sudanese are succumbing to either violence or starvation. Joining me for adiscussion on this unfolding humanitarian crisis are Dr. Unni Krishnan, the Global Humanitarian Director of Plan International, as well as Abier Mustafa, the former chairperson and current board member of the Sudanese Community Association of Ontario. 2024-11-2750 minResuming DebateEP 67. The Battle for Burma | Zaw KyawIn the global struggle between freedom and tyranny, the battle for Burma is one of the least discussed and the most important. On this episode I speak to Zaw Kyaw, spokesperson for Burma's National Unity Government. We discuss that country's raging civil war and how the democratic forces are planning for the future._________________________________________X/Twitter: https://x.com/GarnettGenuisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MPGenuisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/garnettgenuismpListen to MP Genuis' Podcast: https://linktr.ee/ResumingDebateWebsite: https://www.garnettgenuismp.ca/2024-11-131h 08Resuming DebateEP 66. The Northern Perspective on Political Discrimination | Ryan MitchellI never would have believed that a YouTube channel offering colour commentary on Parliamentary committee meetings could become so popular. On today’s episode, I chat with one of the unrelenting founders of NorthernPerspective about their work covering Parliament Hill. We talk Liberal scandals and the growing problem of political discrimination.2024-10-3037 minResuming DebateEpisode 65: The Not-So-Universal Childcare Program | Peter Jon Mitchell & Krystal ChurcherThe Liberals like to talk about their childcare program, but childcare operators and experts are starting to identify big failures in implementation. On today’s episode I discuss the mechanics of the childcare program with two experts - Krystal Churcher from the the Association of Alberta Childcare Entrepreneurs and Peter Jon Mitchell from Cardus, an Ottawa-based think tank.
We’re pleased to be back with more episodes following our summer hiatus, bringing you longer form conversations about the big issues of the day.2024-10-091h 00
The True North Eager Beaver MAIN"I Wasn't Thinking About Sex At All!!" — The Daily Beaver Morning ShowOn Episode 479 of our show, we explore CPC MP Garnett Genuis's terrible attempt to clean up some homophobic comments... Sure to become a future Heritage Minute.We also talk about:* Susan Bucker* Garnett (Disen)Genuis Has a Meltdown* Confidence Vote, Part Deux* CPC and the Media* Mark Holland* Lisa B on Garnett Genuis* Niagara Falls: The Las Vegas of the North?* CPC MP Jeremy Patzer Goes to Pro-Life Church in Florida* Confidence Vote, Part One* National D...2024-10-052h 07Resuming DebateEpisode 64: Indigenous Contracting should benefit Indigenous People, not Political Insiders | MP Garnett Genuis | Resuming DebateIn our final episode before the summer, I talk to John Bernard, the CEO of IT firm Donna Cona Inc. Several weeks ago John testified before the House of Commons Public Accounts Committee and expressed profound concern about the problems in the federal government's Indigenous procurement system.
The government has a policy of setting aside a certain percentage of contracts for Indigenous firms. However, recent revelations in the ArriveScam scandal show manipulation of this system leading to companies taking advantage of the system and providing no benefit to Indigenous people. Mr. Bernard joins me to...2024-06-2055 minResuming DebateEpisode 63: Afghanistan's Fight Continues | MP Garnett Genuis | Resuming DebateIn today's episode, we have Mr. Ali Nazary, the Head of Foreign Relations for the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan (NRF). Three years after the U.S. withdrawal from the Afghanistan conflict, we talk about the continued fight for liberation and democracy against the Taliban.
Mr. Nazary's key message is that the fight against Taliban terrorism is not over, that the NRF's ongoing campaign is having an impact, and that the Taliban should never be recognized or legitimized.
During the discussion, Mr. Nazary highlights this book as a great source for more information - In th...2024-06-0559 minResuming DebateEpisode 62: The Impact of Pornography on Children | Garnett Genuis MP | Resuming DebateIn today's episode, I talk to Dr. Jocelyn Monsma Selby. She is a mental health professional with 43 years of clinical practice experience, she holds a PhD in clinical sexuality, and she is the Chair of "Connecting to Protect." We talk about the health effects associated with early exposure to pornography, and why this issue requires a public health response.
Throughout this episode we also talk about Bill S-210, a Senate bill that would introduce age verification to prevent children from accessing explicit materials on the internet.
You can see the progress of the bill...2024-05-2257 minResuming DebateEpisode 61: Faith and Finance - What are Halal Mortgages? | Garnett Genuis MP | Resuming DebateIn today's episode of Resuming Debate, I speak to Dr. Mohamed Sawwaf. Dr. Sawwaf is the Co-Founder & CEO of Manzil, the only Canadian Islamic FinTech that manufactures and distributes Halal financial solutions, including mortgages and investment funds.
He joins me to provide an understanding of the concept of Halal mortgages, and the philosophical and theological ideas driving distinct approach to finance advocated by some of the world’s major religions.2024-05-0859 minResuming DebateEpisode 60: Prosecutor in Parliament - The Larry Brock Origin Story | MP Garnett Genuis | Resuming DebateIn today's episode of Resuming Debate, I speak to the Member of Parliament for Brantford-Brant, Larry Brock.
We discussed Brock's previous career as a Crown prosecutor and how he applies his courtroom technique in a parliamentary setting. 2024-04-2457 minResuming DebateEpisode 59: New Cold War – Russia’s Influence in Africa with Dr. Joseph Siegle | MP Garnett Genuis | Resuming DebateIn today's episode of Resuming Debate, I talk to Dr. Joseph Siegle. Dr. Siegle is the Director of Research at the National Defence University's Africa Center for Strategic Studies.
Dr. Siegle and I discussed Russia's influence in Africa, the developing situation in light of the demise of Prigozhin, and the importance of Africa in new global 'Cold War' competition.2024-03-131h 06Resuming DebateEpisode 58: The Horrors of Cobalt Mining in the Democratic Republic of Congo with Siddharth Kara | MP Garnett Genuis | Resuming DebateIn today's episode of Resuming Debate I talk to Professor Siddharth Kara the author of the book Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Ours Lives. Cobalt is an element that is used to make many things we use in our daily lives ranging from our cell phones to aircraft engines. The Congo is one of the largest producers of the world's supply of cobalt. The slave-like conditions of workers in cobalt mines taint the supplies of cobalt from the Congo with horror and blood. 2024-02-281h 00Resuming DebateEpisode 57: The Dance Symposium - Understanding the Relationship between International Development and Geopolitical Competition | MP Garnett Genuis | Resuming DebateWe have a bit of a different episode this time. Last week, during International Development Week, I hosted a Symposium in Parliament to explore the relationship between international development and geopolitical competition. Each speaker had 10 minutes to speak and take questions. We recorded the whole event, for your listening pleasure.
The panel of distinguished speakers was:
1. Chinelo Agom-Eze, Senior Policy Advisor, Canadian Foodgrains Bank,
2. Andrii Bukvych, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Ukraine,
3. Luke De Pulford, Executive Director, Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China,
4. Charles Burton, Senior Fellow, MacDonald-Laurier I...2024-02-141h 51Resuming DebateEpisode 56: The State of the World with David Frum | MP Garnett Genuis | Resuming DebateIn today's episode of Resuming Debate I talk to David Frum. David is an author, political commentator, and former speechwriter for President George W. Bush. We mainly planned to discuss how the US elections stand to shape the trajectory of world affairs, but pursued a number of digressions that I think you will find interesting. David is a controversial and sought-after commentator on both sides of the border.2024-02-0154 minResuming DebateEpisode 55: Ignoring National Security - Canada’s failure to address foreign interferenceAs Canada slides into a new global Cold War, we are woefully unprepared to respond to new threats, especially in the area of foreign interference.
In this episode of Resuming Debate, I talk to Dr. Charles Burton, Senior Fellow at the MacDonald Laurier Institute and China policy expert. We discussed Canada's response to foreign interference and what needs to be done to protect our country from foreign meddling in our political system.
Dr. Burton recently spoke about his concerns about Canada's inaction on foreign interference before the U.S. House Select Committee on the Chinese...2023-12-2047 minResuming DebateEpisode 54: In Conversation with Amanda Achtman on Euthanasia, the Middle East, and Political Activism
In this episode of Resuming Debate, I speak with Amanda Achtman, former political staffer and activist. Amanda and I have worked together for many years. We talked primarily about her work opposing the expansion of euthanasia and magnifying important stories about death and dying. We also talked about the war in the Middle East, the impact on the Jewish community in Canada, and her engagement with Palestinian Christians.
To follow Amanda’s work:
Website: https://amandaachtman.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AmandaAchtman
On the show we discuss a number of specific projects Amanda is working on and videos she ha...2023-12-071h 12Resuming DebateEpisode 53: Child Abduction and International Trade: A 2-Part Episode on Canadian Policy Towards UkraineResuming Debate is back! Today we’re discussing what’s on Parliament’s agenda as it relates to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
In the first half I speak with Mykola Kuleba, CEO of Save Ukraine. He recently appeared before a Parliamentary committee in Canada to discuss the abduction of children from Ukraine by Russia. You can watch his appearance along with formerly abducted children here, watch an earlier hearing on the same subject here, and click here to find out more about Save Ukraine.
In the second half, I am joined by MP Kyle Seeback, Shadow...2023-11-151h 00Resuming DebateEpisode 52: What’s with Wagner?The private military corporation Wagner Group is responsible for brutal violence in Ukraine, but it has also been active in Syria and parts of Africa. Up until this weekend the Wagner Group was generally understood to be a tool of Russian foreign policy. However this weekend it turned its guns on its patron and appeared to launch a military coup against the Russian government. So what is Wagner really, and where does it go from here?
Joining me for a discussion on this topic is Jason Blazakis, Director at the Middlebury Institute of International...2023-06-2742 minResuming DebateEpisode 51: David Johnston, Charles III, and the State of the CrownJustin Trudeau’s ‘Special Rapporteur’ on foreign interference is a former Governor General. What impact will his role in the ongoing foreign interference debate have on perceptions of Governors General? What about Charles III’s past activism on climate change? Today we discuss David Johnston, Charles III, and the role of the crown in general with Keith Roy. Keith is a realtor and team leader at Keith Roy and Associates and host of the UnReal Estate Show podcast. He is also a proud monarchist.
To never miss another episode, like, share, and follow Resuming Debate on Spotify, Apple Music, and othe...2023-06-0751 minResuming DebateEpisode 50: Sudanese RevolutionFor 30 years, Sudan was led by genocidal dictator Omar al-Bashir. In 2018-19, the Sudanese people came together in heroic resistance against al-Bashir’s regime and forced him out of office. Since then, the transition to civilian democratic rule has been difficult, with violence and political strife interrupting the pursuit of this fundamental human right. Joining me for a discussion on Sudan’s past, present, and future is journalist Reem Abbas. We discuss the historical context for the current instability in the region and talk about the steps needed for democracy and civilian rule.
2023-05-2342 minResuming DebateEpisode 49: Kevin Vuong on Foreign Interference and His StoryRecent reports of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) targeting Conservative MP Michael Chong have been the talk of the town. In the interests of cross-party conversation, I reached out to former Liberal and current independent MP Kevin Vuong to share his thoughts on foreign interference. Kevin comes from a family that fled communism in Vietnam. He believes that an allegation of sexual assault against him may have been another instance of foreign interference.
*This episode was recorded immediately prior to the government decision to declare Zhao Wei persona non grata. This move was, in the view of our host...2023-05-0958 minResuming DebateEpisode 48: Bill C-281, The International Human Rights ActThe International Human Rights Act (Bill C-281) would be a game-changer for Canadian engagement on international human rights issues. Negotiations on this bill are ongoing at the Foreign Affairs Committee to hammer out a version that all parties support. On today’s episode, I speak to MP Philip Lawrence, the bill’s sponsor. We discuss how his bill will strengthen human rights, and how bills struggle through the legislative process in a minority Parliament
You can see more on the International Human Rights Act here: https://www.parl.ca/legisinfo/en/bill/44-1/c-2812023-04-2642 minResuming DebateEpisode 47: Defining ConservatismWhat is Conservatism? How do conservatives balance different and potentially contradictory impulses like respect for tradition and promotion of freedom?
On today's episode I discuss these issues with two extremely smart Canadian conservatives: Ginny Roth, Vice President at Crestview Strategy, and MP Tom Kmiec, Member of Parliament for Calgary Shephard.
I would love to hear your take on this topic as well. Please tweet me at @GarnettGenuis or email Garnett.genuis@parl.gc.ca.2023-04-121h 08Resuming DebateEpisode 46: Foreign Interference in CanadaOttawa has been buzzing with talk of foreign interference. A CSIS employee has taken a significant personal risk by leaking information about alleged CCP interference in Canadian elections. What does foreign interference mean? How does it affect our daily lives? How can we protect Canadian democracy?
Professor Christian Leuprecht and I discuss these critical questions in today’s episode of Resuming Debate. Christian is a professor at Queens’ University, Munk
Senior Fellow in Security and Defense at the Macdonald Laurier Institute, and expert in security and defense. I hope you enjoy the conversation.
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The McGill Law Journal Podcast[MLJ Shorts] Le prélèvement forcé d’organes : un sujet d’actualité Notre premier épisode de la série MLJ Shorts analyse une nouvelle loi fédérale ayant pour objectif de combattre le trafic d'organes. Garnett Genuis, le député qui a parrainé le projet de loi S-223 à la Chambre des communes, nous explique pourquoi il a été introduit et quel rôle il pourrait jouer dans la lutte contre les violations des droits de l'homme au-delà des frontières du Canada.2023-03-2113 minResuming DebateEpisode 45: Much Ado About 15-Minute CitiesAll of a sudden, lots of people are talking about "15-Minute Cities". On today’s episode of Resuming Debate, we discuss the concept, the controversy, and the social factors that are driving the debate. Both sides say they want more freedom and subsidiarity. Will 15-Minute Cities lead to more freedom or less freedom?
For the first half hour, I interview Professor Douglas Farrow, a Professor in Theology and Ethics at McGill University who is opposed to 15-Minute Cities. At the 30-minute mark, we switch over to a conversation with Andrew Knack, City Councillor for the Nakota Isga Wa...2023-03-141h 08Resuming DebateEpisode 44: Who Really is McKinsey?You’ve been hearing a lot about McKinsey in the headlines. This company received over $100 million in contracts from the Trudeau Liberals, and has been the subject of various controversies here in Canada and around the world. But behind the headlines, who is this company, what do they do, and why do people hire them?
On today’s episode of Resuming Debate, I interview Duff McDonald, author of The Firm: The Story of McKinsey and its Secret Influence on American Business. How has McKinsey continued to sign up clients in spite of their track record of scandals? What...2023-02-2858 min
Policy and RightsCanada Healthcare and Corporate CorruptionOn Parliament Hill, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh renews his call for increased federal investments in the health-care system, with a particular focus on the hiring of more front-line medical workers. The news conference comes ahead of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s meeting on health care with Canada's premiers on February 7. Singh is joined by JP Hornick, president of the Ontario Public Service Employees Union, Angela Preocanin, first vice-president of the Ontario Nurses’ Association, and Michael Hurley, president of the Ontario Council of Hospital Unions.Conservative MPs Garnett Genuis (critic for International Development), Stephanie Kusie (critic for the Treasury Board) and Pier...2023-02-071h 15Resuming DebateEpisode 43: Canada Must Recognize Africa’s PotentialOn today’s episode of Resuming Debate, we discuss the growing importance of African nations and the opportunity for strengthened Canada-Africa relations. I am joined by Sebastian Spio-Garbrah, Head of the AfCFTA Unit for Free Trade at The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business, and Honourable Lawrence Songa, Member of Parliament in Uganda. We discuss African economic opportunities, global politics, and steps Canada needs to take to strengthen relations with countries in Africa.
To never miss another episode, like, share, and follow Resuming Debate on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and don’t forget to leave a revi...2023-02-0154 min
Faytene TVWhat to Watch For In Parliament // 2023 On January 30th, Members of Parliament (MPs) are set to return to Parliament after the winter break to resume debate and committee work. Last fall saw inflation, taxation, and the Emergencies Act Inquiry take centre stage in most question periods. As our MPs return, we can expect these debates to continue along with discourse on other important issues.Here are a few items we expect to be hearing about… Bill C-11, the Internet censorship bill is being debated in the Senate...2023-01-2228 minResuming DebateEpisode 42: Canadian Parliamentary Action on Human Rights in ChinaOn December 14, 2022, two human rights initiatives that I have been working on for a long time unanimously passed the House of Commons. These were a bill banning forced organ harvesting and trafficking, and a motion endorsing genuine autonomy for Tibet.
Joining me for a discussion on these initiatives are guests from key communities being targeted by the Communist Party of China: Grace Wollensak from the Falun Gong community, Sherap Therchin from the Tibetan community, and Kayum Masimov from the Uyghur Muslim community. Together we discuss the human rights situation in China, the impact of these initiatives, and...2023-01-1759 minResuming DebateEpisode 41: Guns, Gangs, and Crime in Urban CanadaWelcome back to a new year of Resuming Debate! On today's episode I am joined by Ron Chhinzer, a member of the Peel Regional Police Service and Conservative candidate in the recent by-election in Mississauga. Ron details some of his experiences working in law enforcement over 20 years, and we discuss what needs to be done to effectively fight the rising crime wave. This conversation also clears up a lot misconceptions about the role police try to play working with social services, and about the real impacts of the “defund the police” movement.
To never miss...2023-01-031h 02Resuming DebateEpisode 40: The Oil Industry wants to Fight Climate ChangeThe oil and gas industry is often attacked by climate change activists, but the industry says that they want to play a critical role in combatting climate change. Is this just PR or is this interest real?
Joining me for a discussion on the energy industry's response to climate change is Mark Cameron, Vice President of the Pathways Alliance and former director of policy for the Harper government. We discuss the “net zero by 2050” commitment made by the industry and dive into a conversation about the carbon tax, clean energy production, greenwashing, and corporate social responsibility.
2022-12-0647 minResuming DebateEpisode 39: Russians Opposing PutinIn the midst of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, we are also seeing escalating attacks on the Russian opposition and Russian independent civil society. On today’s episode of Resuming Debate, I am joined by Mrs. Evgeniya Kara-Murza, the Advocacy Coordinator of the Free Russia Foundation. Her husband, Vladimir Kara-Murza, is an opposition political activist who has survived multiple assassination attempts and is currently jailed in Russia for opposing the Putin regime. We discuss her husband’s case, the war in Ukraine, and how Canada can support opposition to the Putin regime inside of Russia.
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The Andrew Lawton ShowChina is walking all over Canada and TrudeauChina is operating overseas police stations, spending trillions on infrastructure in the developing world, infiltrating institutions, and influencing elections around the world. Canada is not immune from this, with numerous examples of Chinese espionage and influence from the last few years alone. This morning, Chairman Xi Jinping dressed down Justin Trudeau at the G20 summit and got only talking points in return. We need to take the China threat seriously, True North's Andrew Lawton says. Conservative MP Garnett Genuis and former Conservative MP Kenny Chiu join the show to discuss how Canada can get tough on China. Also, the...2022-11-1738 minResuming DebateEpisode 38: Energy is a Security IssueOn today’s episode, we tackle the emerging global energy security crisis with University of Ottawa Professor Paul Robinson and the Polish Ambassador to Canada, His Excellency Witold Dzielski.
Canadians are used to thinking about energy policy in terms of the economy and the environment. But there is a third critical dimension – how energy policy impacts our own and global security. The Russian invasion of Ukraine and subsequent energy blackmail of Europe has put this reality into sharp focus. As a large energy-producing democracy, Canada has a critical role to play in responding to the global challenge of e...2022-11-0859 minResuming DebateEpisode 37: Iranian Revolution 2.0?On today’s episode of Resuming Debate, we discuss current protest in Iran and the possibility that a democratic revolution will oust the country’s rulers.
Following the murder of Mahsa Amini by the IRGC (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps), protesters took to the streets demanding justice. Today I talk with Sayeh Hassan, a lawyer and human rights activist, and Reza Moridi, former Liberal MPP from the Ontario legislature. Both were born in Iran and offer unique insight into Iran’s evolving political reality.
To never miss another episode, like, share, and follow Resuming Debate on Spotif...2022-10-2555 minResuming DebateEpisode 36: Quebec Envy in AlbertaWelcome back to Resuming Debate!
Alberta has a new premier. On today’s episode of Resuming Debate, we discuss Alberta’s emerging “sovereigntist” discourse and what Alberta can learn from Quebec when it comes to asserting its position within confederation. Some Albertans are saying that they want to be more like Quebec in terms of how they relate to Ottawa. But the current proposals on the table in Alberta are quite distinct from steps that were taken in Quebec. So, what lessons can Alberta learn from Quebec’s experience, and do Albertans want to travel a similar road?
...2022-10-1159 minResuming DebateEpisode 35: Pakistan Floods, and How Canada Should Respond to International Humanitarian DisastersOn today’s episode we discuss the humanitarian crisis in Pakistan. Major floods there are devastating millions of people, killing off livestock, and ravaging the landscape. Joining me for this episode are Dr. Aslam Daud, chairman of non-profit organization Humanity First, and Rahul Singh, CEO of GlobalMedic, an organization providing humanitarian aid across the world. Both offer insight into the reality of the natural disaster at hand and Canada's response. We also discuss more general issues in international development, such as how to prevent devastation like this over the long term.
This episode was recorded prior to Hu...2022-09-2759 minResuming DebateEpisode 34: Is Canada Falling Behind in its Support for Ukraine?Welcome back to Resuming Debate! We'll be doing biweekly episodes through the fall.
On today’s episode we discuss whether the Canadian government is failing to follow through on its commitment to support Ukraine. The government has granted a waiver to their own sanctions against Russia, the Russian embassy continues to be permitted to be very active in Canada, Ukrainian employees at the Canadian embassy may have been abandoned, and more weapons are critically needed. Joining me for this discussion are Borys Wrzesnewskyj, a former Liberal MP of Ukrainian origin, and Orest Zakydalsky, senior policy analyst for th...2022-09-131h 05
Crown and CrozierPolitical Vocations, Human Rights, Conservative Leadership ~ Garnett GenuisWe take advantage of the Canadian House of Commons’ summer recess to sit down with Garnett Genuis, Member of Parliament for Sherwood Park-Fort Saskatchewan in Alberta.We shoot the summer breeze getting to know Garnett better: how his political discernment was partly inspired by a Holocaust survivor in his family and a German bishop who resisted the Nazis; how he juggles his obligations as parliamentarian and father of five; and how the Christian faith is practiced, shared, interpreted and sometimes maligned on Parliament Hill.Our discussion also features a lively mix of current events: Pope Fr...2022-08-0957 min
Resuming DebateEpisode 33: Populism’s Leftist Godfather, a conversation on the relevance of William Jennings BryanA populist, a religious fundamentalist, and a left-wing progressive. This week's episode features a discussion on the life, legacy, and contemporary relevance of William Jennings Bryan. I speak with Michael Kazin, author of A Godly Hero: The Life of William Jennings Bryan and of a new book on the history of the Democratic Party.
William Jennings Bryan was a three-time Democratic Party presidential nominee. He was a powerful orator who also served as Secretary of State and whose politics paved the way for the New Deal.
Michael Kazin and I talk about what the life...2022-06-281h 04Resuming DebateEpisode 32: Fighting Modern SlaverySlavery is still a pressing issue that requires the attention of lawmakers worldwide. Many products made with slave labour still manage to enter the Canadian marketplace. To counter modern day slavery, Canadian parliamentarians - including myself – have been working together to develop new legislative tools to prevent these products from entering our country.
I am joined by Liberal MP John McKay, Conservative Senator Leo Housakos, and Independent Senator Julie Miville-Dechêne to discuss this issue and some of the different bills that are seeking to respond to it. Senator Miville-Dechêne and John McKay have both worked to g...2022-06-2155 minResuming DebateEpisode 31: Woke Capitalism with Carl Rhodes“Woke Capitalism” is the way that large and powerful corporations push their affiliation with socially-progressive movements and causes. Woke Capitalism upends traditional categories of “left” and “right”. The left are usually critics of corporate power, but don’t mind corporate power when it serves their interests. Conservatives traditionally see themselves as allies of the business community, and don’t always know how to respond to businesses that push woke values. I’ve long believed that woke capitalism raises serious problems for the health and independence of democratic debate, and therefore it needs to be discussed and challenged.
In this episode I...2022-06-1459 minResuming DebateEpisode 30: How Blockchain Technology can Fight Poverty, with Cardano’s Charles HoskinsonCharles Hoskinson is one of the biggest names in crypto-currency. Charles was a co-founder of Ethereum and founder of the Cardano blockchain. The Cardano blockchain has been involved in development projects in Ethiopia and other African countries. As Conservative Shadow Minister for International Development, I wanted to bring Charles on to discuss the exciting potential in this technology for promoting development and fighting poverty around the world.
Whether you’ve been following discussions on blockchain and crypto-currency or not, you’ll learn a lot from this episode. This technology has the potential to create incredible new opportunities for...2022-06-071h 04Resuming DebateEpisode 29: Elizabeth May and the "Anti-Party Party"Elizabeth May and I disagree on many things, but we've been friends for a number of years and worked together on areas where we can find common ground. Elizabeth is the former Green Party of Canada Leader and current MP for Saanich-Gulf Islands. We discuss the nature of the Green Party, partisanship, environmental policy, and her views on the Convoy and other forms of civil disobedience.
To never miss another episode, follow Resuming Debate on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and don’t forget to leave a review.2022-05-3146 minResuming DebateEpisode 28: Tiananmen Square Massacre Survivor Turned Pastor on Faith and Politics in ChinaWe are in the midst of the Global Week of Prayer for China, and in that light I was pleased to be joined for this episode by Pastor Bob Fu. Bob Fu grew up in China and was a student activist who participated in the famous Tiananmen Square democracy protest. His experience at Tiananmen Square led him to pursue a life of faith and eventually to become a pastor. On this episode we discuss his story, as well as the situation confronting the Christian community in China today.
You can find out more about Bob Fu’s wo...2022-05-241h 10Resuming DebateEpisode 27: The Bitcoin and Blockchain EpisodeBlockchain technology and crypto-currency has been at the centre of debate in this year's Conservative leadership race, sparking many opinions on both sides. As someone who is not deeply involved in the crypto-currency scene, I hosted two experts from the industry and economic side of blockchain technology to explain the technology, and to discuss the most common debates around the topic.
I am joined by Koleya Karringten, the CEO of Absolute Combustion, Executive Director of the Canadian Blockchain Consortium and Co-Founder of the Canadian Blockchain Association for Women, and Professor Henry Kim, an associate Professor and Director...2022-05-181h 05Resuming DebateEpisode 26: The Role of Ungentlemanly Sabotage in Winning Wars and Saving LivesOn this episode of Resuming Debate I am joined by Giles Milton to discuss his book Churchill's Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare: The Mavericks Who Plotted Hitler's Defeat. The book tells the incredible story of the decisive impact of a special British division aimed at sabotaging the German war effort through clandestine and “ungentlemanly” means. This story is highly relevant now, as the sabotage of Russian supply lines appears to be playing a significant role in the conflict in Ukraine.
In addition to tactical and strategic issues, we also reflect on the important moral questions about guerrilla warfare.
2022-05-1058 minResuming DebateEpisode 25: A Canadian Judge and Rule of Law in Hong KongFormer Chief Justice of Canada Beverly McLachlin continues to serve on Hong Kong’s Court of Final Appeal, despite the high-profile recent resignation of British judges. Since the adoption of the National Security Law, Hong Kong has effectively lost its distinct legal status and the independence of its judiciary has been under attack. Questions are increasingly being asked about the role being played by foreign judges within Hong Kong’s judiciary, and about what can be done to re-assert Hong Kong’s distinctive status.
Dr. Ryan Alford, Associate professor at the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law at Lakehe...2022-05-0358 minResuming DebateEpisode 24: From Gdansk to Calgary Shepard with Tom KmiecI am pleased to be joined by the Member of Parliament for Calgary Shepard, Tom Kmiec. Tom has a very unique story. He was born in Poland during Communist times, migrated to Quebec with his family, and then moved to Alberta as an adult. Tom brings many insights to his role as an MP about responding to Russian aggression and about the role that Alberta can play in contributing to global security.
On this episode, we discuss the current crisis in Europe, the way that Russian energy exports are fueling Putin's war, and how Canada is in...2022-04-261h 06Resuming DebateEpisode 23: Lessons Learned from the German Resistance to HitlerThe German resistance to Hitler is a matter of great historical significance, but also of great contemporary relevance. The importance of and the way to push back against the spirit of the age was well demonstrated during this period, and there may be lessons from this resistance about what might be happening right now in Russia.
On this episode I am joined by Dr. Randall Hansen, (Director of the Centre for European, Russian & Eurasian Studies, Munk School, University of Toronto and author of Disobeying Hitler: German Resistance after Operation Valkyrie) and Fr. Daniel Utrecht (priest at the...2022-04-191h 16
Faytene TVPolitical Discrimination with MP Garnett Genuis Canada has been known around the World as being a beacon of freedom.Due to this freedom, many have immigrated here from other nations seeking protection from discrimination based on their political beliefs over the generations.However, with the recent invocation of the emergencies act and the freezing of bank accounts of Freedom Convoy supporters, leaders are beginning to ask if political discrimination is becoming normative in Canada – and what should be done about it. MP Garnett Genuis recently tabled Bill C-257 to address this issue of political discrimination in Canada. He joins us...2022-04-1728 minResuming DebateEpisode 22: Charities, the Senate, and S-216I am joined by Senator Ratna Omidvar, an independent senator from Toronto. Senator Omidvar has worked extensively in support of Canadian charities, both before and since getting appointed to the Senate. She is the sponsor of Bill S-216, An Act to amend the Income Tax Act (use of resources of a registered charity). This bill would end Direction and Control regulation for Canadian charities. Direction and Control regulations impose significant legal burdens on charities and trap them in colonial relationships with communities that they work with. Passing her bill is a top priority for the Canadian charitable sector.
2022-04-1253 minResuming DebateEpisode 21: Ross Douthat on American Conservatism, Decadence and the COVID PandemicRoss Douthat is one of the most insightful conservative voices in media today. Ross writes a regular column for the New York Times, and I was very pleased to welcome him onto the podcast for a discussion on the state of American politics and on his two latest books - The Decadent Society: How We Became the Victims of Our Own Success and The Deep Places: A Memoir of Illness and Discovery.
These are the two best books written about COVID-19 that are not actually about COVID-19.
I really enjoyed this conversation, and I hope...2022-04-051h 18Resuming DebateEpisode 20: A Former Liberal MP on the NDP-Liberal Accord and Canada’s Failing Energy PolicyOn this week's episode I am joined by former Liberal Member of Parliament Dan McTeague to discuss the changing nature of the Liberal Party as well as the affordability and energy crisis in Canada.
Dan and I discuss his time in Parliament, what he has been doing since, and why it is important to reduce the amount Canadians pay for basic necessities like energy.
Dan is currently the President of Canadians for Affordable Energy and is an advocate for making Canada more affordable and economically competitive. He oversees https://gaswizard.ca/, a website that forecasts...2022-03-2952 minResuming DebateEpisode 19: Expert Panel on C-257 and Political DiscriminationI have put forward Bill C-257. This bill would add political belief and activity as protected categories against discrimination. It would prevent people from being fired or denied service because of their political views.
To discuss this issue, I am joined this week by three prominent legal experts, with wide ranging perspectives.
Paul Champ is a practicing lawyer with significant experience dealing with cases involving the Canadian Human Rights Act.
Dr. Bruce Pardy is the executive director of Rights Probe and professor of law at Queen's University.
Dr. Dwight Newman is...2022-03-221h 17Resuming DebateEpisode 18: Canadians Imprisoned in SyriaThis week's episode covers the unique and challenging situation of Canadian citizens who continue to be detained in northern Syria, including Canadian children. We discuss the circumstances that led to this, the conditions of detention, and the response of the Canadian government. Local authorities actually want the Canadian government to step in, but the Canadian government has not. Nobody seems to have a long-term plan for what is going to happen to those imprisoned - the guilty or the innocent.
Farida Deif of Human Rights Watch and Justin Mohammed of Amnesty International Canada (and a former classmate...2022-03-151h 06
The Candice Malcolm Show PodcastProtecting your political freedoms (ft. MP Garnett Genuis)So many Canadians were disheartened and dismayed by the doxxing and firing of donors who had financially supported the Trucker Convoy. Today on the Candice Malcolm Show, Candice is joined by a Conservative Member of Parliament trying to change that. Alberta MP Garnett Genuis introduced a private members bill last week to amend the Canadian Human Rights Act to protect Canadians from discrimination due to political beliefs or actions. The bill would create federal protections for those fired or harassed by their employers or the government for engaging in a political protest or donating to a political cause. They...2022-03-0924 min
The Andrew Lawton ShowTamara Lich is out of jail, but she was still a political prisonerFreedom Convoy organizer and fundraiser Tamara Lich was released on bail yesterday more than two weeks after she was arrested in Ottawa and charged with counselling mischief. Despite her release, she still faces prosecution for her part in organizing a peaceful protest, and money donated to the convoy remains in limbo, True North's Andrew Lawton reminds. Also, Conservative MP Garnett Genuis joins to talk about his efforts to prohibit "political discrimination," plus Consumer Choice Center spokesperson David Clement joins to talk about cryptocurrency and government regulation.Support the show: https://tnc.news/lawton-heritage-club/See omnystudio...2022-03-0939 minResuming DebateEpisode 17: Inflation, Affordability, and the Post-Pandemic Canadian EconomyOn this week's episode we have a wide ranging conversation about the state of the Canadian economy with former NDP Member of Parliament Erin Weir and Canadian Taxpayers Federation President CEO, Scott Hennig. We focus on what the longer term economic effects of various pandemic-related economy policies will be and on what to expect on the economic front as we (hopefully) move out of the pandemic.
To never miss another episode, follow Resuming Debate on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and don’t forget to leave a review.2022-03-0857 minResuming DebateEpisode 16: The Ukrainian Church and the Fight Against PutinAs all eyes are on the situation in Ukraine, the Ukrainian Church is playing an important role, rooted in its long and diverse history. Unlike in Russia, Ukraine’s religious life is characterized by freedom and pluralism, with various Christian denominations and prominent Jewish and Muslim communities. In this dark hour, faith leaders are serving their country in unique ways.
On this week's episode of Resuming Debate, I speak with Fr. Deacon Andrew Bennett. Fr. Deacon Andrew is a Senior Fellow at the Religious Freedom Institute (RFI) in Washington, DC - an independent think-tank committed to achieving br...2022-03-011h 04Resuming DebateEpisode 15: A Conversation with MP Arnold Viersen on Human Trafficking and on the Emergencies ActFor this week's episode of Resuming Debate, I speak with MP Arnold Viersen, my colleague and roommate in Ottawa. Arnold was elected in 2015 and represents the riding of Peace River—Westlock in Northern Alberta.
He is the Co-Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) to End Modern Day Slavery & Human Trafficking, and is a vocal advocate against online sexual violence. We dedicate the first part of this episode to discussing the fight against human trafficking. At about the 20 minute mark, we switch gears to discuss the "Freedom Convoy", the Emergencies Act, and what the current situation re...2022-02-2357 minResuming DebateEpisode 14: A Labour Lawyer’s Take on Employee Rights & Vaccine MandatesOn this week’s episode of Resuming Debate, I speak with Andrew Monkhouse, Managing Partner at Monkhouse Law. Andrew founded and runs an employment law firm based in Toronto that serves both employees and employers. We discuss the law around COVID-19 vaccine mandates, getting into the nitty-gritty of how the law applies in different situations and the remedies that are available to people who face discrimination.
You can check out Andrew’s blog here: https://www.monkhouselaw.com/blog/
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