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Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Dual Care - why Alberta wants to let doctors provide both public and private servicesIn this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show, a closer look at an eventful week in Alberta - starting with the latest on pipeline talks between Alberta and Ottawa and the latest on the expanding recall campaign now targeting several UCP MLAs. Is the Alberta government now looking to neuter their own direct democracy laws?We’ll also dive into one of the biggest stories of the week: confirmation that the Alberta government is looking to usher in a major change to health care in this province. Under a proposed “Dual Care Model",” doctors would be allowed to pra...
2025-11-2145 min
Shane Hewitt and The NightshiftWizard of Oz Politics: MPs Hide, Democracy DiesWhen MPs are hiding behind curtains to fake a budget abstention, it’s not strategy — it’s cowardice. Rob Breakenridge joins to dissect how Parliament’s latest farce mirrors a scene from the Wizard of Oz — but without the charm. From performative politics to outright deception, Canadians are left asking: who’s really pulling the levers? Rob also tackles Alberta’s plan for public-private doctor crossover and its controversial use of the notwithstanding clause. With constitutional battles brewing and federal transfer dollars at risk, this episode is a snapshot of political dysfunction coast to coast. GUEST:Rob...
2025-11-2109 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftThe Hidden Cost of Ottawa’s Project PrioritiesWhen federal dollars start flowing—but skip your province entirely—it raises more than eyebrows. Rob Breakenridge joins Shane Hewitt for a sharp, candid take on why Alberta’s absence from Ottawa’s major project announcements might be more calculated than careless. They cover the behind-the-scenes signals between Ottawa and Edmonton, Jason Kenney’s renewed national commentary, and what Danielle Smith might be holding back for a potential deal. Rob also questions whether Canada’s new fast-track process for big infrastructure is real—or just rebranded politics. For anyone watching national unity, Western alienation, or energy policy...
2025-11-1409 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: More LNG, No Pipeline - Are the Major Projects moving the economic needle?In this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show, we take a closer look at the latest batch of Major Projects announced by the prime minister. On the energy front, there’s support for the Ksi Lisims LNG project on the west coast, but there was nothing announced about a new pipeline. We’ll discuss all of this with Heather Exner-Pirot, who’s a senior fellow and Director of Energy, Natural Resources, and Environment at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute.Plus, the latest on the debate in Alberta around voter recall and citizen initiative and petitions prolif...
2025-11-1437 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Budget 2025 hype doesn't match reality; Ottawa's alternative to the notwithstanding clauseIn this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show - a closer look at Budget 2025, both in terms of whether it will pass the House of Commons (failure to do so meaning another election, of course) and whether it’s the right budget for the economic challenges facing Canada at the moment. We’ll get some economic analysis from Trevor Tombe, professor of economics at the University of Calgary and director of fiscal and economic policy at the U of C’s School of Public Policy.Plus, we’ll discuss the aftermath of a controversial Supreme Court decision last wee...
2025-11-0653 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftShiftheads - Strikes, Power Plays, and Public Trust: Alberta’s Political CrossroadsAlberta’s government is making waves with its use of the notwithstanding clause — and the implications are profound. In this episode, Shane Hewitt and Rob Breakenridge unpack what it means for collective bargaining rights, democratic norms, and the future of Alberta’s education system. From the forced end to a teacher strike to the broader challenge of attracting and retaining educators, the conversation spotlights the political and practical fallout. The episode also examines a symbolic shake-up across the pond: King Charles stripping Prince Andrew of royal titles amid the Epstein scandal — a discussion on accountability at the highest...
2025-10-3109 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Forever Canadian exceeds expectations; ATA reacts to Bill 2; Notwithstanding clause heads to Supreme CourtWelcome to this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show - a very busy week this week in Alberta:We’ll hear from Thomas Lukaszuk, former MLA and cabinet minister, and founder of the Forever Canadian campaign. Their petition campaign - posing the question: “‘Do you agree that Alberta should remain within Canada?” - appears to have far exceeded the minimum necessary for success. We’ll discuss the campaign and what comes next, including the big decision the premier will have to make.Also this week, the Alberta government introduced Bill 2, the Back to School Act, which invo...
2025-10-3059 min
The Line: Alberta PodcastTeachers strike ends, but tensions escalate - What the back-to-work legislation meansIn this week’s episode of The Line: Alberta Podcast, Rob Breakenridge takes a closer look at the Alberta government’s decision to introduce back-to-work legislation. Alberta teachers went on strike over three weeks ago and after virtually no progress was made at the bargaining table, the Alberta government has taken the opportunity with the fall sitting of the Legislature underway to use the metaphorical hammer to end the strike. Bill 2, the Back to School Act, was tabled in the Legislature Monday afternoon. The expectation is that classes will resume on Wednesday (Oct. 29).
2025-10-2936 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftShiftheads - Oil, Opportunity, and the Prairies: Rob Breakenridge on Canada’s Political CrossroadsRob Breakenridge joins Shane Hewitt to unpack the Prime Minister’s recent speech — and its ripple effects across the Prairies. The conversation explores what the rare mention of oil reveals about the government’s shifting priorities, the urgency of economic diversification, and the pressures facing young Canadians entering an uncertain economy.They also examine Alberta’s evolving political scene, from municipal elections to Calgary’s shifting tone, and what these changes signal for the country’s broader direction. A grounded, insightful look at where Canadian politics meets everyday life. GUEST: Rob Breakenridge@robbreakenridgerobbreake...
2025-10-2409 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Teachers strike looms large as Alberta Legislature kicks off fall sittingIn this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show, a closer look at what to expect as the Alberta Legislature kicks off what is sure to be a dramatic and consequential fall sitting.Thousands of teachers rallied at the Legislature on Thursday as the premier made it clear that back-to-work legislation will be tabled on Monday to end this strike and get kids back into the classroom. Further discussion and debate is expected in the coming weeks around health care, Alberta’s finances and sovereignty-related issues. It’s also NDP leader Naheed Nenshi’s first opportunity to stand in the...
2025-10-2436 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftBack to the Future, Teacher Strikes, and Policy Rewinds with Rob BreakenridgeShane Hewitt and Rob Breakenridge mix nostalgia and news in an episode that travels from pop culture to politics. They kick things off with a playful debate over the idea of rebooting Back to the Future — imagining how today’s technology and culture could collide with the 1980s. The conversation then shifts to Alberta’s teachers’ strike, unpacking class size limits, staffing shortages, and the possibility of back-to-work legislation. The duo also examine Canada’s shifting political landscape, where Liberal policies now echo past Conservative positions, before closing with a look at trade tensions and the risks of retaliatory tariffs.
2025-10-1709 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Obstacles to Alberta's pipeline ambitions; Teachers' strike - latest; Preserving the Canada-US relationshipIn this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show, a closer look at Alberta’s pipeline ambitions and the obstacles that still need to be overcome. We are one month away from Grey Cup, which is to serve as the platform for the prime minister to announce the next phase of projects under the Major Projects Office. Is it realistic for Alberta’s pipeline proposal to be in the mix? And what about the possible revival of the Keystone XL pipeline? We’ll look at the economics and legalities surrounding this debate as we chat with Andrew Leach, energy and enviro...
2025-10-1741 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Is Carney making headway with Trump? What next for the Canada-US relationshipIn this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show, Rob is joined by former Conservative leader Erin O’Toole, now president at ADIT North America and distinguished fellow at the Hudson Institute.We’ll get his thoughts on Prime Minister Carney’s latest visit to Washington and the prospect of Canada reaching a new trade agreement with Donald Trump. We’ll discuss the importance of maintaining the Canada-U.S. relationship, and the delicate balance the prime minister faces in being seen as standing up for Canada while also trying to keep things positive with the U.S. president.We’...
2025-10-1034 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftShiftheads - Pipelines, Politics, and Power: Canada’s Shifting LandscapeEnergy and politics collide in this wide-ranging conversation between Shane Hewitt and Rob Breakenridge. Together they unpack the tangled web of pipeline projects, exploring how Alberta, British Columbia, and the federal government navigate influence and interest. The discussion expands into Alberta’s education challenges—from funding gaps to the private-versus-public debate—and how these issues reflect broader political priorities. With sharp insights on Danielle Smith, Mark Carney, and the shadow of U.S. politics, this episode captures the tensions shaping Canada’s future. GUEST: Rob Breakenridge@robbreakenridgerobbreakenridge.ca Originally aired on 2025-10-09
2025-10-1009 minThe Line: Alberta PodcastParsing the premier’s pipeline announcement and how this issue is shaping Alberta politicsIn this week’s episode of The Line: Alberta Podcast, Rob Breakenridge takes a closer look at the big pipeline announcement last week from Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. Basically, the Alberta government intends on acting as the main proponent in a pipeline application in the hopes that Ottawa will pick up the ball and green light such a project through the Major Projects Office. But there are a lot of specific details lacking here and a lot of questions as to how this will all work. There is no doubt, though, that there is a t...
2025-10-0837 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Alberta teachers are on strike - what comes next?Welcome to this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show, as we bring you the latest on the Alberta teachers’ strikeAs of Monday morning, Alberta’s 51,000 public school teachers are on strike, after last week they voted overwhelmingly to reject the offer that was on the table from the province.Premier Danielle Smith has called on teachers to return to the bargaining table and suggested that the two sides aren’t too far apart. As of now, though, there are no talks happening.We spoke with Alberta Teachers Association president Jason Schilling about where...
2025-10-0618 min
West of CentreDanielle Smith's 'choose your own adventure'Alberta is laying the groundwork for a new bitumen pipeline to B.C.'s northwest coast. But Danielle Smith's government's plan isn't just about a pipeline -- it's a test of political will. In this week's episode of West of Centre, our panel digs into how this proposed project is a bold political play by the premier that's straight out of a "choose your own adventure" gamebook, with two very different endings. The push for a new West Coast pipeline and a new, grand bargain with Ottawa is Smith's preferred path. The premier expects t...
2025-10-0340 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Premier's Pipeline Plan; Imperial Layoffs; Alberta Next Controversy; "The Road Between Us"In this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show, we re-cap the dramatic week that was on the energy front. We had Alberta’s premier touting a new plan to get the ball rolling on a major new pipeline to the west coast. Just days earlier, though, word of massive layoffs at Imperial Oil, including the loss of almost 900 jobs in Calgary. We delve into all of that in a conversation with energy journalist and Energi Media CEO Markham Hislop.We’ll also look at the controversy that emerged in the final in-person town hall meeting of the Albe...
2025-10-0352 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftNEW - Alberta’s Education Crisis and the Cost of Government ChoicesAlberta’s teachers are on the brink of striking, and it’s a symptom of larger problems in education and public services. Shane Hewitt and Rob Breakenridge break down why Alberta spends less per student than any other province, how strained relationships between government and educators complicate negotiations, and what this means for communities. The conversation widens to healthcare and budgeting, where rising deficits and political decisions are reshaping services across the province. Beyond Alberta, the federal government’s military procurement challenges reveal a national issue: endless bureaucracy, ballooning costs, and little transparency. Together, these topics highlight how go...
2025-10-0308 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Alberta Teachers Set to Strike; Alberta's push for more powers; New book on "The Prime Ministers"Welcome to Episode 35 of the Rob Breakenridge ShowWe start with the breaking news from Monday evening, as the Alberta Teachers Association has voted overwhelmingly rejected the province’s offer. That sets the stage for a teachers’ strike to begin next week. We’ll hear what the ATA president had to say in response to the vote and how the Alberta government is reacting.Also, we’ll delve into the debate around Alberta’s push for greater powers - or more “sovereignty” - within Canada. That’s been a focus of the Alberta Next panel, which held its f...
2025-09-3050 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: CFIA vs the Ostriches; Federal deficit set to surge; CUPW to strike over proposed Canada Post reformsWelcome to this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show - it’s been a busy and eventful week.We begin with the case of the ostrich farm in southeastern B.C. and the nearly 400 birds that the CFIA is determined to cull. The case has attracted national - and even international - attention, and now the Supreme Court has issued a stay of the cull order. We’ll speak with Camille Labchuk, lawyer and executive director at Animal Justice.The federal government is set to finally table a budget on November 4th, but a new repo...
2025-09-2643 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftCanada Post Under Pressure and Trump’s UN ChaosRob Breakenridge joins to tackle two pressing stories: the turmoil inside Canada Post and the fallout from Donald Trump’s latest UN speech. Canada Post faces financial strain, union battles, and public frustration over delivery delays, raising questions about whether its model can survive in today’s competitive market. From contested union demands to shifting public opinion on door-to-door service, Rob explains why labor relations may be pushing Canada Post to a breaking point. Then attention turns to Trump’s erratic UN appearance — a performance marked by scattershot remarks, political maneuvering, and a reminder of how much influenc...
2025-09-2609 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Public safety minister caught questioning gun buyback; Canada's declining living standardsWelcome to Episode 33 of the Rob Breakenridge Show - here’s what we have for you in this epsiode:The federal government is in damage control after the public safety minister was caught making some very revealing comments about the gun buyback program, which is part of the government’s ban on so-called “assault-style” firearms. Does the federal government really believe this expensive program will do anything for public safety? We’ll hear from Tracey Wilson, who’s with the Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights. Plus, with Canada facing an economic slowdown and all sorts of trade unc...
2025-09-2341 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Are we witnessing Poilievre's comeback?; New book makes the case for big changes at the CBCComing up in this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show:Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is finally back in Ottawa after a most trying six months. What are the challenges and opportunities for the Conservatives as they hold the government to account on the economy, crime, immigration, and other issues? With a new prime minister on the other side of the aisle, not to mention his own learned lessons, are we seeing a different opposition leader? We’ll speak with Ben Woodfinden, who was formerly Poilievre’s director of communications and is now a senior adviser at Meredith Boes...
2025-09-1953 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftUS Media Control and Free Speech in a Political EraFree speech debates take on new weight when governments and corporations intersect with media. Rob Breakenridge explores how political narratives influenced late-night television during the Trump years, raising questions about integrity, censorship, and agenda-driven storytelling. The conversation also considers the rise of cancel culture and the consequences of corporate control in shaping what audiences see — and what they don’t. GUESTRob Breakenridge @robbreakenridge robbreakenridge.ca Originally aired on 2025-09-18
2025-09-1909 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowParliament returns; Major Projects reaction, Business concerns ahead of municipal elections; Fixing Alberta's auto insurancePlenty of ground to cover in this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show:We start with a re-cap of Parliament’s return and the first showdown since the election between Prime Minister Mark Carney and Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre. Also, comments Monday from Premier Danielle Smith about how she’s trying to counter the separatist threat and why she believes Alberta needs to add citizenship status to drivers’ licenses.We’re also joined by Adam Legge, president of the Business Council of Alberta - we’ll get his reaction to last week’s announcement of the first ba...
2025-09-1655 min
The Line PodcastThe Line Podcast: Kirk, Canada, and how we get to dark placesIn this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on Sept. 12th, 2025, Rob Breakenridge joins Matt from Calgary, filling in for Jen Gerson, who is on assignment out of town. The two men acknowledge — but deliberately steer away from — the emerging details of the rapidly unfolding Charlie Kirk assassination investigation. Instead, they focus on the bigger picture: the mood, the vibes, and why so many people on both sides of the border seem to be bracing for some kind of civil conflict against a vaguely defined “them.” Neither is certain how Canada, or the United States, can pull back from this tra...
2025-09-121h 13
The LineKirk, Canada, and how we get to dark placesIn this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on Sept. 12th, 2025, Rob Breakenridge joins Matt from Calgary, filling in for Jen Gerson, who is on assignment out of town. The two men acknowledge — but deliberately steer away from — the emerging details of the rapidly unfolding Charlie Kirk assassination investigation. Instead, they focus on the bigger picture: the mood, the vibes, and why so many people on both sides of the border seem to be bracing for some kind of civil conflict against a vaguely defined “them.” Neither is certain how Canada, or the United States, can pull back from this tra...
2025-09-121h 13
Rob Breakenridge ShowMajor Projects Announcement; Time to End the Temporary Foreign Workers Program?; Murder of Charlie KirkLots to cover on Episode 30 of the Rob Breakenridge ShowWe start with the Prime Minister’s announcement in Edmonton Thursday of the first batch of projects in the national interest that will be advanced under the new Major Projects Office. We’ll hear what Mark Carney said about this first step, and what might come next - including, potentially, a new pipeline. We’ll also hear what a surprisingly optimistic Alberta Premier Danielle Smith had to say about the announcement and about her own meeting with the prime minister.Also, we’ll take a closer l...
2025-09-1251 min
The AmberMac ShowTrump’s Tech Dinner, Alberta’s Book Ban & Musk’s $1T PaydayIn this week’s episode, we discuss the chaos happening in Washington alongside America’s biggest tech leaders. Plus, there’s always a lot of talk about a minimum wage, but in the face of Elon Musk’s $1 trillion pay package, maybe it’s time we have a maximum wage. Rob Breakenridge, a columnist at the Calgary Herald, joins us this week to talk about the politics behind Alberta’s school book ban (and what literary icon Margaret Atwood thinks of it all). Speaking of the next generation, in the face of high youth unemployment, we share which industry is hiring yo...
2025-09-1052 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Alberta revises book ban; Why Canada needs a real economic plan; Falling short in the fight against antisemitismWe kick off this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show with breaking news Monday on the story that has dominated headlines in Alberta for the last week: the province’s school book ban. After a huge outcry, the Alberta government has overhauled it’s policy on explicit content to try and keep graphic images out of schools while allowing classic books to remain. We’ll have the details on the new policy and whether this will put the matter to rest.Also, with Canada facing a worsening economic crisis, the federal government has some big decisions to make w...
2025-09-0944 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Alberta's book ban fiasco; Understanding Canadian gun policy & gun cultureWelcome to Episode 28 of the Rob Breakenridge Show - Quite a week it’s been in AlbertaWe begin by diving into the story that dominated the headlines in Alberta this week - and made plenty of headlines across Canada and beyond: the book ban that blew up in the Alberta government’s face. We’ll hear what the premier had to say about their plans to now revise the policy after the original version led to the Edmonton Public School Board banning over 200 books. We’ll also get some reaction to this whole controversy as we’re...
2025-09-051h 01Shane Hewitt and The NightshiftICYMI Rob Breakenridge on Hockey Nostalgia, Book Bans, and Canada’s BudgetShane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Rob Breakenridge dive into a wide-ranging conversation that blends nostalgia with today’s big issues. They revisit 1995 through personal stories and hockey culture, reflecting on the enduring appeal of NHL third jerseys and colourful matchups on the ice. The discussion then turns to Alberta’s controversial school book policy and the broader challenges of censorship and age-appropriate content. Rounding out the segment, they examine Canada’s budget strategy, debating the tension between increased spending and calls for austerity, before closing with a look at Rob’s latest work. Guest: Rob Breakenridge — robbreakridg...
2025-09-0509 min
Real Talk Ryan JespersenAlberta’s Book Ban BackfiresPremier Danielle Smith's UCP government presses pause on a Ministerial Order targeting school library books, as Edmonton Public Schools pull 200 titles from shelves, including works by Margaret Atwood, Maya Angelou, and Ayn Rand. Smith calls the move "vicious compliance," promising new, more specific rules to come. Is this anything but a losing battle for the UCP?
7:30 | Political scientist Dr. Duane Bratt assesses the UCP's pivot, and potential longer-term impact on the government's popularity.
36:15 | Jespo's gaggle of "nerds and geeks" made Jasper the number one stop on their annual hockey pool getaway. Check out the highlights (in...
2025-09-031h 41
Rob Breakenridge ShowPODCAST: Alberta's ballooning deficit, Ottawa bullish on LNG to Europe, Clarifying self-defence law, Overhauling arts & media fundingWelcome to Episode 27 of the Rob Breakenridge Show - plenty of ground to cover this week.We start with the latest on Alberta’s sudden swing in fiscal fortunes. Last year’s surplus has turned into a sizeable - and growing - surplus for the current fiscal year. In a striking departure from the Trudeau era, the Carney government suddenly seems quite open to - and bullish about - the idea of Canadian LNG exports to Europe. We’ll hear what the federal energy minister had to say following a visit to Germany.Plenty...
2025-08-291h 00
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 26: "The 51st State Votes" parses an historic Canadian election; What's "reasonable" self-defence in Canada?In this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show, we speak with the author of a fascinating new book looking back and analyzing the historic and hugely significant 2025 federal election. Canadian journalist Justin Ling is the author of “The 51st State Votes,” which traces the circumstances that led to Justin Trudeau’s departure from the federal scene, Mark Carney’s ascension, the changing circumstances for Pierre Poilievre, and - most importantly - the return of Donald Trump and the sudden injection of “51st state” threats and belligerence toward Canada.Meanwhile, a case in Ontario has thrust open a debate in Ca...
2025-08-2248 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftSH&TNS Why Mark Carney Is Not Trudeau and What It Means for PoilievreAs Parliament resumes, the political landscape is shifting. Shane Hewitt welcomes Rob Breakenridge to unpack what lies ahead for Pierre Poilievre, Justin Trudeau, and a sidelined NDP. Rob argues that Mark Carney is not Justin Trudeau and cautions that Poilievre will need to navigate carefully as tensions reset in Ottawa. They also explore how organized labour now wields more influence than Jagmeet Singh’s party, and Rob shares a perspective on political commentary that echoes the candid style of his radio days. Guest: Rob Breakenridge — @robbreakenridge / robbreakenridge.ca Originally aired on 2025-08-20
2025-08-2109 minThe Line: Alberta PodcastAlberta Provincial Police Force - Meeting Alberta’s policing needs, or serving Alberta’s political agenda?In this episode of The Line: Alberta Podcast, Rob Breakenridge delves into the future of policing in Alberta and whether that will - or should - involve the creation of an Alberta Provincial Police Force. The RCMP contract for community policing ends in 2032, and we may see the RCMP exit community policing altogether in favour of a more focused, national mandate. At the same time, however, the idea of Alberta shedding a federal institution in favour of something Alberta-made and Alberta-branded has taken on added political significance. The UCP government is keen on establishing greater autonomy for A...
2025-08-2037 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 25: Ukraine needs a genuine peace, *UPDATE: Air Canada & flight attendants reach deal*, Poilievre scores a byelection winPlenty to cover in this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show.We kick things off with the latest on talks about Ukraine’s future and efforts to reach some sort of peace agreement. Following the Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska Friday, Ukraine’s president and other European leaders were in Washington Monday for a meeting with the US President. We spoke with Canadian writer and columnist Adam Zivo, who is currently in Ukraine, to his thoughts on the mood there as well as the worrying signs in the Alaska summit versus the somewhat more optimistic signs coming out of M...
2025-08-1939 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 24: Alberta takes a step backward on transparency for taxpayers; Canadians hungry for bold economic actionPlenty to get into on this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show:We kick things off with a conversation with Kris Sims, Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. We look at why the Alberta government would have suddenly taken public expense receipts off the government website, plus get an overview of the CTFs latest Gas Tax Honesty Report.We’re then joined by Scott Crockatt, VP of Communications and External Affairs at the Business Council of Alberta. The BCA has commissioned new polling that shows the bold economic proposals laid out in their “A Stro...
2025-08-1559 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftNEW - Billions in Canola vs. Zero in EV Exports: Where’s Canada’s Fight?Why is Canada letting one of its biggest exports take the hit?@robbreakenridge joins Shane to dig into China’s tariffs on Canadian canola, the billions at stake for farmers, and why Ottawa seems unwilling to fight back. They contrast the thriving canola trade with Canada’s export-free (consumer car) EV industry, asking whether we’re protecting the wrong priorities. Plus—a look at shifting travel trends at the border: fewer Canadians heading south, more Americans heading north. What’s driving the change, and is it the way it should be? It’s a candid, numbers-driven conversation...
2025-08-1409 minThe Line: Alberta PodcastAll eyes on Battle River - Crowfoot. Why an Alberta byelection has taken on national significanceIn this episode of The Line: Alberta, Rob Breakenridge and Bonnie Critchley discuss the byelection campaign in the Alberta riding of Battle River - Crowfoot. Bonnie is a resident of the riding and a 22-year veteran of the Canadian Forces. She has stepped forward as an independent candidate in this byelection, and has made quite an impact on the race. Critchley shares her thoughts on how voters feel about going back to the polls so soon, how they feel about Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre landing in the riding after losing his own seat, the antics of the L...
2025-08-1335 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 23: The Nova Scotia woods ban; Ukraine's fate could hang in the balance this weekWelcome to another edition of the Rob Breakenridge Show - here’s what we have for you in this episode:We’ll delve into the debate over public safety vs. individual liberties and the question of whether Nova Scotia has gone too far in its wildfire prevention measures. That province has instituted a complete ban on entering the woods, subject to a fine of $25,000. The Canadian Constitution Foundation has raised concern over the policy and is pushing back - we’ll hear from CCF counsel Josh Dehaas. Plus, we’ll examine the precarious position Ukraine finds it...
2025-08-1236 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 22: The many benefits TMX has delivered; Why it's time to privatize Canada PostIn this episode of Rob Breakenridge Show:It’s been just over a year since the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion (TMX) was completed and commenced operations. Now, a new analysis from Alberta Central finds that the project has more than delivered on its potential by increasing export capacity, generating significant economic benefits. We’ll take a closer look at the report as we speak with Alberta Central chief economist Charles St-Arnaud.Meanwhile, labor uncertainty at Canada Post as unionized employees have rejected the latest offer from the company. But we can’t overlook the fact that t...
2025-08-0845 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftNEW - Tariffs, Trade Wars & Smoke Signals: What Canada's Leaders Must Fix NowRob Breakenridge, seasoned journalist and broadcaster, joins Shane Hewitt to untangle Canada’s most urgent headlines—from new U.S. tariffs rattling trade talks to wildfire smoke diplomacy and shocking changes to NEXUS gender markers. Add in tow‑truck crackdowns and a skilled trades crisis, and you’ve got a week where policy, protest, and practicality collide. Originally aired on 2025-08-06
2025-08-0709 minThe Line: Alberta PodcastConversation with a separatist - Why are so many Albertans ready to sever ties with the rest of Canada?In this conversation, Rob Breakenridge and Martin Belanger delve into the complexities surrounding Alberta's push for separation from Canada. They explore the historical context, personal experiences, and the evolving political landscape that has led to a growing sentiment for independence among Albertans. Belanger shares his journey from being an outsider to embracing Alberta's culture, while also discussing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the separatist movement. The conversation touches on the potential for a referendum, the role of leadership, and the economic implications of separation, all framed within the broader narrative of Alberta's identity and future.
2025-08-0645 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 21: First Alberta referendum petition gets the green light; Canada to recognize Palestine; CTA swamped with airline passenger complaintsWelcome to this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show We kick things off with a conversation with former Alberta MLA and deputy premier Thomas Lukaszuk. His group Forever Canadian has the green light from Elections Alberta to begin collecting signatures on their referendum petition, aimed at beating the separatists to the punch. This week also brought us a major foreign policy shift for Canada. Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada will follow the lead of France and the UK and officially recognize a Palestinian state. We’ll be joined by Stacey Leavitt Wright, sh...
2025-08-011h 02The Line: Alberta PodcastWhy the rosy fiscal claims of Alberta separatists don't add upIn this conversation, Rob Breakenridge and Trevor Tombe discuss Alberta's current fiscal challenges, including the pressures from fluctuating oil prices and the implications of potential independence from Canada. They explore the motivations behind the independence movement, particularly economic factors, and clarify misconceptions about the equalization system. The discussion also covers the financial responsibilities that would come with separation, the impacton trade, and the importance of informed decision-making in light of historical precedents like Brexit.
2025-07-3030 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 20: Why are we censoring Sean Feucht?; What next for Hockey Canada?On this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show:A controversial American Christian performer has sparked a debate in Canada over where we draw the line on free speech. Sean Freucht was booked for a string of performances in various Canadian cities, but, things really escalated quickly in the days leading up to this past weekend. The Canadian Constitution Foundation has been closely following developments here, and they’re very concerned about what’s happened - including and especially the response from officials in Montreal. We’ll speak with Christine Van Geyn, CCF litigation director.Also, we’ll...
2025-07-2945 minThe Line: Alberta PodcastWelcome to The Line: Alberta Podcast.Hear Jen Gerson and Rob Breakenridge, the host of The Line: Alberta Podcast, talk about this exciting new expansion for The Line.
2025-07-2516 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 19: Former UCP MLAs look to revive PC Party; Jasper marks fire anniversary, Building Canada's energy futureGreetings friends, and welcome to this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show - thanks for much for downloading and listening to the podcastWe begin the show with a look at a fascinating shake-up in Alberta politics and the two MLAs at the centre of it. We’ll speak with Peter Guthrie and Scott Sinclair, both former UCP MLAs - Guthrie was also a cabinet minister - who found themselves sitting as independents. They’re now hoping to revive the PC Party of Alberta, and provide Albertans with an option that is a fiscally conservative, socially moderate, and...
2025-07-251h 11Shane Hewitt and The NightshiftSHIFTHEADS - Premiers vs. Trump? Plus Poilievre’s Ballot Bombshell ExplainedStraight from the Prairies, commentator Rob Breakenridge joins Shane to dig into the drama at the Premiers' meetings—where Ontario’s Doug Ford slammed Donald Trump for "acting like the enemy." Plus, they break down Pierre Poilievre’s warning about Canada's "longest ballot" byelection and why he’s demanding urgent legislation. Originally aired on 2025-07-23
2025-07-2409 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 18: Gun control by fiat - an interview with JR CoxOn this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show, we’ll take a closer look at gun control in Canada - how the policy shift of 2020 has evolved over the last five years and where things are headed under a new prime minister.We’ll have a conversation today with JR Cox, CEO of the Edge Group and President of Sterling Arms International.JR has just learned that due to a change in the RCMP's Firearms Reference Table, the Sterling Arms rifle, known as the R-9, has now been classified as prohibited. This change seemingly came out...
2025-07-2244 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Ep. 17: Measuring the costs of Ottawa's EV mandate; What next for CBC funding and Ottawa's media bailouts?Welcome to this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show Up first, we’ll look at the growing concern and looming deadline around Ottawa’s electric vehicle mandate. Starting next year, 20 per cent of new vehicles sold in Canada must be zero-emission vehicles (ZEV). That threshold grows to 100 per cent by 2035. We’ll hear from Ross McKitrick is a professor of economics at the University of Guelph and a senior fellow at the Fraser InstituteWe’ll also talk about Canada’s media landscape as we have a conversation with Peter Menzies - he’s a former publi...
2025-07-1846 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftICYMI - Steel, Seats & Sovereignty: Is Canada Ready for a Grand Deal with the U.S.?Shane Hewitt is joined by Rob Breakenridge to unpack Canada’s bold new trade and steel policies amid global tensions, the political circus of Alberta’s crowded byelection, and the growing momentum behind the Alberta Next movement. #CanadaPolitics #AlbertaNext #TradeWar #SteelIndustry #ByelectionBuzz #GrandBargain #USCanadaRelations #ShaneHewitt Originally aired on 2025-07-16
2025-07-1708 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 16: Letting go of supply management; A bigger & better agreement with the U.S.; A guide to safe protesting in CanadaPlenty to cover on this episode 16 of the Rob Breakenridge Show.Up first, the latest on how the federal government is responding (or not responding) to the new tariff threat from U.S. President Donald Trump.We’ll have a conversation with David Clement from the Consumer Choice Centre about how all of this is bad news for consumers. Specifically, we’ll discuss Canada’s supply management system, and whether it's time to just let it goA new report from the Macdonald-Laurier Institute makes the case for looking beyond a mere trade agreem...
2025-07-151h 02
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Ep. 15 - New Trump Tariffs?; How Alberta can maximize referendum leverage; AMA sounds alarm on ER wait timesPlenty to cover in this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show: Just when it seemed Canada and the U.S. were inching toward a trade deal, Donald Trump is threatening massive new tariffs on Canadian goods. We'll have details. Former Alberta Finance Minister Ted Morton says if Alberta really wants to maximize the benefits of referendums, a separation vote won't cut it. We'll find out what he's suggesting instead. Plus, growing concern over growing wait times in Alberta emergency rooms. We'll speak with Dr. Warren Thirsk, head of emergency medicine for the Alberta Medical Association. 00:00 Introduction
2025-07-1144 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftCanada on the Brink: Fast-Tracked Projects, Budget Axes & Trump’s Trade War 2.0Shane Hewitt and Rob Breakenridge unpack the sweeping implications of Bill C-5, now law, which grants Ottawa unprecedented power to fast-track major infrastructure projects under the guise of national interest. They also explore the ripple effects of federal budget cuts and Trump’s aggressive new wave of tariffs, which threaten to upend Canada’s economic stability. #BillC5 #CanadaPolitics #TradeWar #TrumpTariffs #BudgetCuts #InfrastructureCanada #OneCanadianEconomy #MarkCarney #CanadianEconomy #PodcastAlert Originally aired on 2025-07-09
2025-07-1009 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Ep. 14: C-5 is law - now what?, Politics in Alberta, More drama on the trade frontWelcome to Episode 14 of the Rob Breakenridge Show!We delve into the implications of the recently passed Bill C-5 on pipeline projects and environmental assessments in Canada, particularly in Alberta. We'll have a conversation with University of Alberta energy economist Andrew Leach. We'll explore political dynamics between the UCP government and the federal government, amid the push in Alberta for a separation referendum. National Observer columnist Max Fawcett joins usPlus, the latest on our trade talks with the United States, as we face a July 21 deadline for a new Canada-US agreement, and...
2025-07-081h 09
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 13: The fight to shape a separatist vote, and why separatist sentiment shouldn't be dismissedIn this episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show, two interviews that both touch on the hot button issue of Alberta Separation. We'll hear from Thomas Lukaszuk with the group Forever Canadian - they're trying to beat the separatists at their own petition/referendum game. We'll also have a conversation with Mark Milke, president of the Aristotle Foundation for Public Policy - their news analysis cautions against dismissing separatist sentiment in Alberta. Plus, plenty of news to cover: Canada-US trade talks collapsing and then resuming after Canada ditched its Digital Services Tax, Alberta taking...
2025-07-0457 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftSHIFTHEADS - Ottawa’s Axe & Alberta’s Badge: Who’s Really in Control?Rob Breakenridge joins Shane Hewitt to unpack the Carney government’s controversial public service cuts and what they signal about federal priorities, before turning to Alberta’s bold move toward a provincial police force—what it means for law enforcement, politics, and provincial identity. With sharp insight and spirited debate, they explore whether these shifts are about saving money, gaining control, or reshaping Canada’s future. Read Rob Breakenridge: robbreakenridge.substack.com #CanadianPolitics #PublicServiceCuts #AlbertaPolice #RobBreakenridge #ShaneHewitt #FederalVsProvincial #TrudeauGovernment #DanielleSmith #NightshiftRadio #CanadaNews Originally aired on 2025-07-02
2025-07-0309 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 12: What might Alberta Next accomplish? And what next for Iran and the Middle East?Welcome, friends, to Episode 12 of the Rob Breakenridge Show. Lots to get to on this episodeWe start with an overview of Alberta Premier Danielle’s Smith announcement this week of the new Alberta Next panel, which hit the road this summer and into the early fall to speak with Albertans about how to strengthen our position within Canada and better protect our interests.Meanwhile, we’ll also have a conversation with one of the 15 individuals named to the Alberta Next panel. Michael Binnion, he’s got a long history in the energy sector and in adv...
2025-06-2749 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftSHIFTHEADS - Alberta at a Crossroads: Autonomy or Distraction?Alberta journalist and commentator Rob Breakenridge joins Shane Hewitt on The Nightshift to unpack Alberta’s evolving political climate, focusing on the province’s growing push for autonomy amid rising tensions with Ottawa. The conversation also explores whether this sentiment reflects genuine grassroots concern or serves as a strategic diversion from pressing local issues like healthcare and governance. More at RobBreakenridge.substack.com #AlbertaPolitics #RobBreakenridge #ShaneHewitt #NightshiftTalks #WesternAlienation #CanadianPolitics #AlbertaNext #ProvincialAutonomy Originally aired on 2025-06-25
2025-06-2609 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode #11: Alberta Byelections, Supply Management Bill, Fixing immigrationWelcome to Episode 11 of the Rob Breakenridge Show.Plenty to get to on this episode of the podcast:Albertans went to the polls in three ridings Monday in a trio of interesting and potentially significant byelections. We’ll break down the results.Also, a conversation with Alberta Senator Paula Simons - we'll talk about the bills that the Carney government has rushed through the House and also the concerns over BIll C-202, which has now passed both the House and the Senate - this will legally protect supply management from any future trade ne...
2025-06-2441 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 10: The latest from Israel, Alberta's Coal Policy Debate Heats Up, Serving Up BBQ to G7 LeadersWelcome to Episode 10 of the Rob Breakenridge Show.Lots to get to on this episode, beginning with a new conflict in the Middle East. Commentator and columnist Adam Zivo joins us with an update from IsraelAlso, a closer look at the debate around Alberta’s coal policy. There was a pretty packed and raucous town hall meeting recently in Fort Macleod where the premier and three cabinet ministers heard an earful from worried and angry residents We’ll have a conversation with Alberta country singer and songwriter Corb Lund, who has found himself at the...
2025-06-201h 04
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 9: What next for Israel & Iran, Security issues loom large over G7, can Bill C-5 make Canada an energy superpower?It’s shaping up to be a rather busy and eventful week. We start with the latest out of the G7 Leaders’ Summit taking place in Kananaskis Village right here in Alberta.We’ll have some further analysis of the situation unfolding with Israel and Iran, which is casting quite a large shadow over the G7 summit. We'll get some perspective on what's happening in Iran as hear from with Kaveh Shahrooz, an Iranian-Canadian human rights lawyer and activist.We will also have some further analysis on the other security, defense, and foreign policy issues the G7...
2025-06-1754 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 8: The forces shaping Canada's energy future, The pursuit of truth around the Nova Scotia massacreWelcome, friends, to another episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show.On this episode:We’ll recap the news this week regarding a possible pipeline proposal that Alberta’s premier says is very close to being able to present to the prime minister. Meanwhile, more analysis of the energy opportunities and challenges for Alberta and Canada right now. We'll hear from Dennis McConaghy a former top executive at TC Energy. He is also the author of multiple books on Canada’s energy debate and energy future.We’ll also have a recap of some...
2025-06-131h 11Real Talk Ryan JespersenHave We Milked Supply Management for Too Long?Canada's close to legally locking in supply management rules on egg, dairy, and chicken imports...but is it the right move? We've fiercely protected those sectors for decades, but critics (including some farmers) say it's hurting Canada's international bargaining position. Is it time to kill the sacred cow?
3:45 | Pundit Rob Breakenridge and (Jespo's cousin) dairy farmer Graham Jespersen debate the merits of supply management.
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26:00 | Jespo and Rob get into the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Danielle Smith v. Naheed Nenshi (33:00), Calgary's population explosion and looming mayoral rac...
2025-06-121h 29
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 7: Border bill sneaks in lawful access, Vaping as harm reduction, Calgary's mayoral raceWelcome to Episode 7 of the Rob Breakenridge ShowPlenty to get to on this episode, including a recap of a couple of big announcements from Canada's prime minister.We’ll discuss BIll C-2, Canada’s new border security legislation, which contains provisions that would seem to go well beyond border security and into the realm of what's known as lawful access. We’ll hear from Dr. Michael Geist, who is a law professor and Canada Research Chair in Interet and E-Commerce Law at the University of Ottawa.A fascinating new book is challenging some o...
2025-06-101h 14
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 6: Ukraine's big counterpunch, Fixing Canadian Healthcare, Ending Supply ManagementThanks for joining us here for another episode of The Rob Breakenridge Show.It’s been a busy week, we start the episode with a recap the latest drama on the tariff front, as the US has doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum, now up to a whopping 50 per cent.We then turn our attention to the situation in Ukraine and news of an impressive counterpunch from the Ukrainians against Russia’s strategic bomber fleet. We hear from Marcus Kolga, founder of DisinfoWatch.orgAlso, a closer look at the battle over healthcare refo...
2025-06-061h 15Shane Hewitt and The NightshiftNEW - Royal Revelations, Sneaker Secrets, & Grocery Game ChangersShane Hewitt is joined by marketing guru Tony Chapman as they delve into the King's visit, examining the Throne Speech's significance and Canadian-British relations, while also dissecting the former Prime Minister's sneaker choice, exploring its symbolism and public impact. ChatterThatMatters.ca Journalist and broadcaster Rob Breakenridge joins Shane Hewitt on the Nightshift, diving into the First Ministers' Meeting and pipeline prospects, internal trade barriers, and global oil prices and their impact on the energy sector. Follow Rob Breakenridge at RobBreakenridge.ca Shane Hewitt is joined by Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, a researcher of food distribution and po...
2025-06-0528 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 5: Unleashing free trade in Canada, Correcting federal-provincial imbalance, Forecasting oil prices & productionWelcome, friends, to another episode of the Rob Breakenridge Show. Don't forget to follow us and subscribe here robbreakenridge.ca, which is where the podcast is hosted. You can find us now on Apple Podcasts, as well as Spotify, Amazon Music, and our YouTube channel. Plenty to cover on this episode, including an overview of what was billed as a very significant and consequential First Ministers’ Meeting in Saskatoon Monday. Might there actually be some consensus on new pipelines? We’ll hear what both Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith had to say.
2025-06-031h 05
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show Episode 4: Fixing housing policy, cutting taxes, and containing measles in AlbertaRob Breakenridge Show Episode 4: Fixing housing policy, cutting taxes, and containing measles in Alberta - Conversations with economist Mike Moffatt, CTF's Franco Terrazano, and former Alberta CMOH Dr. Mark JoffeDon’t forget, you can subscribe here on our Substack page (robbreakenridge.ca), which is where the podcast is hosted. You can also listen and subscribe on Spotify, Amazon Music, and YouTube.00:00 Introduction and welcome02:20 Housing Crisis in Canada08:35 Interview with Mike Moffatt27:08 Shifts in Tax Policy Under Prime Minister Mark Carney29:52 Interview with Franco Terrazano...
2025-05-301h 06
Rob Breakenridge ShowRBS Episode 3: Canada's King opens Parliament, What to do with Canada Post, and Celebrating Canada's HighwayRob Breakenridge Show Episode 3: Canada's King opens Parliament, What to do with Canada Post, and Celebrating Canada's Highway .Rob welcomes constitutional expert Philippe Lagassé, business & management professor Ian Lee, and author & history buff Craig Baird ("Canada's Main Street: The Epic Story of The Trans-Canada Highway") to the showDon’t forget, you can subscribe here on our Substack page (robbreakenridge.ca), which is where the podcast is hosted. You can also listen and subscribe on Spotify, Amazon Music, and YouTube (hopefully soon on Apple Podcasts) Get full access to Rob Breakenridge at rob...
2025-05-271h 19
Rob Breakenridge ShowRob Breakenridge Show: Episode 2Episode 2 of the Rob Breakenridge Show, featuring interviews with Richard Marceau (Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs), Adam Legge (Business Council of Alberta), Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi, and National Post's Tristin Hopper (author - "Don't Be Canada") 00:00 Introduction to Episode 2 of the Rob Breakenridge Show01:26 Interview with Richard Marceau 11:43 Re-cap of the Prime Minister's comments and a look ahead to next week's Throne Speech 20:24 Interview with Adam Legge 36:07 Interview with Naheed Nenshi 59:50 Interview with Tristin Hopper 01:20:33 Wrap UpFollow us and subscribe at robbreakenridge.ca and at https://www.youtube.com/@RobBreakenridgeShow
2025-05-231h 22Shane Hewitt and The NightshiftICYMI - Pipelines, Profits, and the Perfect Canadian TireShane Hewitt has a conversation with Rob Breakenridge, who discusses the new Canadian Identity Minister, Steven Guilbeault, being criticized for misrepresenting the capacity of the Trans Mountain Expansion project and downplaying the need for new pipeline infrastructure. Breakenridge points out that Guilbeault's statements are inaccurate and out of touch with the economic realities and needs of Alberta, especially regarding the importance of pipeline capacity for economic optionality. Rob Breakenridge is a Calgary-based podcaster and writer. He can be found at robbreakenridge.ca Host of the "Chatter That Matters" podcast, Tony Chapman joins Shane Hewitt to discuss Cheryl Hi...
2025-05-2218 min
Rob Breakenridge ShowNew podcast has landed - Rob Breakenridge Show: Episode 1Today's guests:Globe & Mail columnist Andrew Coyne on his new book "The Crisis of Canadian Democracy"Western Standard publisher and president Derek Fildebrandt on Alberta politics and the separatist movementBob Plamondon on his new book "Freedom Fighter: John Diefenbaker’s Battle for Canadian Liberties and Independence" Chapters00:00 Introduction to The Rob Breakenridge Show02:32 Andrew Coyne interview02:34 The State of Canadian Democracy03:28 Challenges and Dysfunction in Governance03:29 The State of Canadian Democracy11:25 Crisis of Legitimacy and Accountability...
2025-05-201h 25Shane Hewitt and The NightshiftICYMI - Things Get Fishy on Social MediaRob Breakenridge, a journalist and broadcaster, joins Shane Hewitt and the Nightshift to discuss Canada’s 2025 federal election. The Conservatives achieved a landslide victory, in Alberta winning 34 of the province's 37 seats. This leaves only a handful of Liberal and NDP seats on an otherwise Conservative-dominated electoral map. Read more from Breakenridge: https://robbreakenridge.substack.com/ From the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish joins Shane Hewitt to talk about the great social media talent show and how the whole "content creator" thing is becoming a dead end for 99.999% of people trying to make money by becoming internet ce...
2025-05-0118 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftListen: Who won the French-language leaders' debate?Broadcaster and Journalist Rob Breakenridge joins Shane Hewitt and the Nightshift with an early look at the French language leaders’ debate and observes the following. Blanchette's strong debate performance; Differing views on oil production as the parties presented contrasting approaches to Canadian oil production. Breakenridge points out the Conservatives showing strong poll numbers, yet the unique political landscape prevents a guaranteed majority. Also noted, Mark Carney's performance in the upcoming English-language debate is considered critical. From CJAD in Montreal, Elias Makos joins Shane Hewitt to talk about tonight’s French-language Canadian federal election debate. The French-language leaders' debat...
2025-04-1726 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftNEW - Is Mark Carney Too Wordy? More About No-Name CopsShane Hewitt is joined by journalist and columnist Rob Breakenridge for a discussion about the Canadian federal election, focusing on the shifting dynamics between the Conservative, Liberal, and NDP parties. The conversation centers around the impact of Donald Trump's actions on the Canadian political landscape, noting how the Liberal party initially benefited while the Conservatives struggled to position themselves. Rob and Shane analyze the communication styles of the party leaders, particularly Pierre Poilievre's seemingly slick messaging and Mark Carney's use of complex language, which is perceived as both a strength and a weakness. The interview also highlights the NDP's...
2025-04-1019 minWest of CentreThe new normal is not normal, but are Albertans ready to separate?Everything we know about “the West” seems to be shifting this week. On a global scale, the U.S. has upended the post-war international order by slapping tariffs on dozens of countries, effectively shredding free trade. Closer to home, former Reform Party leader Preston Manning warns of a potential “West wants out” scenario if the Liberals form government again. How real are these threats? West of Centre host Kathleen Petty talks with three everyday Albertans about navigating this highly unusual election. Journalists Rob Breakenridge and Lisa Johnson then weigh in on whether these pressures could redefine the upcoming election — and Canada...
2025-04-0448 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftSH&TNS - Libation Day!🎙 Welcome to Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift 🎙 Wednesday, and the Shifties start the show talking about what we heard from US President Donald Trump today with regards to Tariffs. In Their Own Words, we take a listen to some of what Trump said, as well as reaction from Canada’s politicians. Professor Perspective: Mina Tadrous from Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy at the U-of-T on how tariffs affect critical medicine and then a conversation with Drew Fagan: professor, Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy - Canada Not on Trump's List - Canada-U.S. relations...
2025-04-0347 minReal Talk Ryan JespersenDanielle Smith Might Want To Lay Low For A WhileJust days after her Breitbart interview raised the ire of Pierre Poilievre's campaign team, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is headed to Florida to co-host a conservative fundraiser with podcaster Ben Shapiro. Smith says the appearance is a continuation of her efforts to influence U.S. foreign policy on trade in favour of Canada. Her critics say she's doing more harm than good.
2:50 | Rob Breakenridge says Danielle Smith should "lay low for a while". We talk to the longtime conservative commentator about his feature in The Line.
READ ROB'S PIECE: https://www.readtheline.ca/p/rob-breakenridge-danielle-smith-might
2025-03-271h 49Shane Hewitt and The NightshiftNEW - Grow The Country, Pay Down The Debt and Look Inside YourselfTony Chapman is host of Chatter That Matters podcast and he joins the Nightshift for a conversation about the deeply indebted retailer The Hudson’s Bay stores as they may soon shut down. When asked what he would do if he was Prime Minister, pay down the debt. Listen as he explains how he would do this. Rob Breakenridge is a journalist and broadcaster and for his weekly conversation with Shane Hewitt, he suggests we should maximize our resources… as he answers the question about what he would do as Prime Minister. He suggests that the policies of th...
2025-03-2038 minShane Hewitt and The NightshiftICYMI That Wasn’t a Speech, It Was an InfomercialShane and Rob Breakenridge break down Trump’s latest address—if you can even call it a speech. As one Shifthead texter put it, “That wasn’t a speech, it was an infomercial.” But beyond the spectacle, what does it mean for Canada? With sharp insight and signature wit, Shane and Rob explore how Canadians are processing Trump’s rhetoric, the impact on U.S.-Canada relations, and whether Canada’s diplomatic approach still holds up in an increasingly polarized American political orbit. Rob Breakenridge https://robbreakenridge.ca
2025-03-0609 minReal Talk Ryan JespersenReal Talk Welcomes Rob BreakenridgeJespo reunites with longtime talk radio colleague Rob Breakenridge in this episode, just a few weeks after Rob was unceremoniously laid off.
2:05 | The two talk about the future of media in Canada, tackle the country's top political stories, and wrap with thoughts on Syria and the Taylor Swift tour.
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2024-12-091h 18
Weekends with Rob FaiLook ahead to Alberta's electionIs there a clear front runner in the Alberta provincial elections?Guest: Rob Breakenridge, Host “Afternoons with RB” on Corus Radio Alberta, Calgary & Edmonton
2023-05-2809 min
10/3: Canada CoveredThe politics of Just Transition in AlbertaThe notion of the Trudeau government’s Just Transition legislation has created fears in Alberta that the feds are coming for oil jobs.This, in turn, has sparked outrage from politicians on the left and the right, with Premier Danielle Smith leading the charge against legislation, which has yet to be unveiled.National Post reporter, and producer of this podcast, Tyler Dawson joins the show to discuss the political outrage over Just Transition in Alberta, why Danielle Smith has taken a slightly less combative tone with the prime minister, and how the issue could factor in...
2023-02-0419 min
630 CHED MorningsRob Breakenridge Show on 630 CHED debuts MondayRob Breakenridge begins hosting a province-wide show on 630 CHED starting Monday, May 17th from 2-3pm. He joined 630 CHED Mornings host Daryl McIntyre to chat about what the show will bring to the table and what listeners can expect to hear.
2021-05-1406 min
CONNECT older episodesPledge Day 2020: Final totals announcementJohn Vos, Calgary Children's Foundation chair, and Betty Jo Kaiser, CCF administrator, join Sue & Andrew, Danielle Smith and Rob Breakenridge with the final Pledge Day total.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-12-0511 min
Scott Radley ShowPodcast - Taxes and financial literacy is coming to Ontario elementary school classrooms; Is there a serious threat of Alberta separating from the rest of Canada? Is there a stigma around MMA fighters who quit during a fight?Ontario's government is looking to change the math curriculum. Students in elementary school will be taught about finances and what goes into being smart with money. Many people have argued for this to be done and now that it is, will it be a resounding success?
Guest: Teresa Cascioli, author of M is for Money
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Alberta was crying out for help before COVID-19 came along and they're still in need of help. The feeling of abandonment was felt by the province and now there are some Albertans calling for separation from Canada...
2020-06-2445 min
Alberta Morning NewsApril 7 Full show- infrastructure concerns, Jody Wilson Rayboult, Green Shirt DayThe topics from April 7 include (but are not limited to)
Infrastructure concerns heading into the AB electionRob Breakenridge on the comtinuing SNC Lavalin saga, equalization, and voting dayPeter Watts' interesting book of Alberta facts- a mystery solved,How the Humboldt Memorial went with CJOB's Kelly Moore andThe FAQ of Organ Donations with AHS
2019-04-081h 10
CONNECT older episodesNetflix in Canada, Long Weekend Review, Ending Dating Violence, Sledge Hockey Appeal, and Snow ClearingNETFLIX IN CANADA
Netflix has announced its presence in Canada and promising over 1800 jobs, but they don't have to abide by CTRC regulations and the media fund. Is this good for Canada?
LONG WEEKEND REVIEW
Jodi Hughes and Rob Breakenridge catch-up on some news stories.
ENDING DATING VIOLENCE
The University of Calgary has teamed up with Calgary's Centre for Sexuality in a programme designed to help teen boys prevent violence and improve mental health.
SLEDGE HOCKEY FUNDRAISER
A GoFundMe account has been set up to...
2019-02-2036 min
CONNECT older episodesJoe Ceci: "We will comply with the AIT decision"Minister Joe Ceci joins Rob Breakenridge to discuss the recent appeal panel decision of the Agreement on Internal Trade saying Alberta’s Small Brewers Development Program does not comply with free trade obligations.
2018-06-1212 min
CONNECT older episodesNew Alberta driver's licensesMinister of Service Alberta, Stephanie McLean, joins Rob Breakenridge to discuss the changes to Alberta's driver's licences.
2018-06-0609 min
CONNECT older episodesLicense to RideA new, security-enhanced Alberta driver's license is being rolled out. Stephanie McLean, the minister responsible for registries, joins Rob Breakenridge to talk about the changes.
2018-06-0609 min
CONNECT older episodesToo much screen time?Apple and Google are both taking steps to limit screen time... for adults. Funny enough, there's already an app for that. Kevin Holesh developed "Moment" to try and help him put down his device and be more in the moment. He joins Rob Breakenridge to talk about our battle to spend less time on our screens.
2018-06-0609 min
CONNECT older episodesMars ain't the kind of place to raise your kidsWe're learning more about what life would be like on the Red Planet. Steven Abood from the Department of Biological Studies at Florida International University joins Rob Breakenridge to talk about some new research.
2018-06-0615 min
Alberta Morning Newsrob breakenridgeCHQR's Rob Breakenridge looks ahead to Monday's vote on a 2026 Olympic bid by Calgary city council.
2018-04-1408 min
Frontier CentreThe Class Size Debate (770 CHQR, Calgary)A recent study claims that 90 per cent of classes in Alberta are way over the provincial standard of 17 students per class. But how much do class sizes affect a child’s learning process? Michael Zwaagstra, a senior fellow with the Frontier Centre joins Rob Breakenridge to comment on what's really the best way for kids to learn.
2017-11-2112 min