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The HouseIs Trudeau’s reformed Senate working? Here’s what senators sayOver the past 10 years, the Senate has witnessed extraordinary change — namely a radical overhaul to do away with formal partisanship. The driver behind that? Former prime minister Justin Trudeau. But now that he’s gone, will those changes stick?In a special documentary edition of The House, guest host J.P. Tasker carves out some frank and revealing conversations with Senators Andrew Cardozo, Marc Gold, Leo Housakos, Paul Prosper, Paula Simons and Pamela Wallin about their place of work. Professor and author Jonathan Malloy also weighs in on representation in th...2025-07-2650 min
Federation CJA 360 Podcast: The Pulse of Montreal’s Jewish CommunityBuilding Bridges: Allies of the Jewish Community | Episode 44In this episode:o "Building Bridges: Allies of the Jewish Community" With Senator Leo Housakos And McGill student Raihaana Adirao Reports on Israeli National Days; Montreal Jewish Day school students compete at the Montreal Courthouse; and Jewish Heritage Montho Our new segment - HOT TOPICS with Karen Payneo Reflections on the March of the Living Melissa Rina Shriquio Shavuot – It’s not just about the cheesecake! with Abba Brodto And One More Thing with Yair· Show Notes:o Dan Senor’s...2025-05-261h 24
Blackballed With James Di FioreSenator Leo Housakos on the Trudeau Govt's Online CensorshipBill C-11 now sits with the Senate, and many senators are expressing deep concern for the sweeping powers this bill will give the already-non-transparent CRTC. Senator Leo Housakos joins us to talk about the ramifications of the bill, and if the chamber of sober second thought will prevail in killing the bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-0937 min
Toronto Today with Greg BradyThe core issues behind these protests start at the top with the Prime MinisterSenator Leo Housakos joined Toronto Today with Greg Brady to discuss the protest turned riot in Montreal this past weekend.Senator Housakos explained how he opposed the scenes in Montreal and said it was something he never dreamed of ever seeing here in Canada. He laid blame at the doorstep of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and believes the core issues behind these protests start at the top with the PM.Senator Housakos also stated that police have their hands tied in managing the protests and says that many politicians don't have their back in supporting...2024-11-2610 minToronto Today with Greg BradyNOVEMBER 25: Housing and development charges, The effectiveness about the managing protests & we welcome our new host to 640Greg Brady focused in on housing and development charges with Dr. Mike Moffatt Canadian economist and professor of Business, Economics.Next, Leo Housakos, a Canadian Senator who is speaking out about the effectiveness about the managing protests, like we saw in Montreal this weekend.Lastly, We welcome Ben Mulroney to the 640 team as our new 9am to Noon host. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-11-2524 min
The Roy Green ShowNov 11: Senator Leo Housakos, Arrive Can Accusations, Threats and Counter-Accusations Within the Canadian Civil ServiceArrive Can accusations, threats and counter-accusations within the Canadian civil service over this app with a $55 million price tag. Investigations underway. Where will it lead? Were pockets lined?Guest: Senator Leo Housakos. Leading the investigative engagement in the Senate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-11-1117 min
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - Apr 28, 2023 - Pornographic Novels Distributed in Schools, Bill C-11, & Uneasiness with Cabinet Defining Fake NewsToday on The Richard Syrett Show: Rebel News host David Menzies asks why are pornographic novels being distributed at elementary schools in Durham. The Sofa Cinefile Chris Geratano talks about the film “Cool Hand Luke”, while the LimRiddler gives you this week’s riddle. Senator Leo Housakos shares his thoughts on Bill C-11. Managing editor at Blacklocks Tom Korski explains how Canadians are uneasy with letting cabinet decide what is fake news. Then “Something’s Happening Here” with host of the Greg Carrasco Show, Greg Carrasco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-04-291h 28
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - Feb 27, 2023 - China's Interference on Canadian Election, MP Denounced by Poilievre, & John Tory's Reckless RecordToday on The Richard Syrett Show: Conservative Senator Leo Housakos discusses how after years of cozying up to China, Trudeau is impotent when facing election interference. Writer James Pew comes on for this week’s anti-woke book review. Host for Rebel News Ezra Levant explains if the German MP denounced by Pierre Poilievre were an anti-semite, she would be in jail. Ontario director at the Canadian Taxpayers Federation Jay Goldberg talks about John Tory’s reckless record. Then Richard looks to take some calls from you, the listener! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...2023-02-281h 24
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - Feb 3, 2023 - Bill C-11, "Twelve Monkeys", & Liberals Withdrawing Amendment to Firearm BillToday on The Richard Syrett Show: Senator Leo Housakos shares his thoughts on Bill C-11. The Sofa Cinefile Chris Geratano discusses the film “Twelve Monkeys”, while the LimRiddler gives you this week’s riddle. Colour commentator for the Mississauga Steelheads, Brendan Lang talks about the team and the games ahead. V.P. of public relations for the Canadian Coalition for Firearm Rights, Tracey Wilson brings up Liberals withdrawing their amendment to the gun bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-02-041h 18
Founder Views - Conversations that matter to youSenator Leo Housakos: How to Reverse One of Canada's Darkest Chapters in HistoryI was very pleased to have the opportunity to speak with Senator Leo Housakos. Leo was appointed to the Canadian Senate by Prime Minister Stephen Harper, in 2008.Leo is Chair of the Standing Senate Committee on Transport and Communications, which is overseeing Bill C-11, a very controversial act that will grant the federal government overreaching power and control over the online content that Canadians consume.We talk in great detail about the concerns of Bill C-11, and the impacts it would have on Canadians, as well as the following other topics:- The...2023-01-2645 min
The Canadian Story172. Senator Leo Housakos - Canada is BrokenLeo Housakos was appointed to the Senate on the advice of Prime Minister Stephen Harper in 2008. He went on to be named Speaker of the Senate by Prime Minister Harper in 2015.
Senator Housakos has served on various committees, including as Chair on several such as Foreign Affairs and International Trade and currently as Chair of Transport and Communications.
Senator Housakos has been very vocal on many topics both inside the chamber and is a strong voice in speaking out in defence of human rights, freedom, democracy and rule of law.
Find Senator Housakos...2023-01-131h 01
The Marc Patrone ShowThe Marc Patrone Show - November 14, 2022 - Suspected Chinese Spy Arrested, FTX, Ukraine Laundering, & Political DonationsSenator Leo Housakos on the arrest of a suspected Chinese spy. BJ Dichter on FTX, Ukraine laundering and political donations.2022-11-141h 34
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - Nov 11, 2022 - Citizen-Led Inquiry of Pandemic, Interference with Canadian Elections, & Segregated Yoga ClassesToday on The Richard Syrett Show: Author at Epoch Times, Preston Manning talks about chairing the citizen-led inquiry of the pandemic. Chris Geratano, The Sofa Cinefile summarizes the 1995 film “Heat” while The LimRiddler gives you this week’s riddle. Conservative Senator Leo Housakos shares his thoughts on the interference with Canadian elections. Commentator for the Mississauga Steelheads, Zack Bodenstein discusses the team & the season ahead. Elie Cantin-Nantel, journalist at True North brings up the University of Guelph defending racially segregated yoga sessions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-11-121h 26
Blackballed With James Di FioreSenator Leo HousakosSenator Leo Housakos is a staunch conservative Senator, but he has something in common with many progressives in Canada - he is against curtailing the rights and freedoms of online users, both as individual users and independent digital producers. Bill C-11 would give the CRTC sweeping powers over user generated content, and the government is ac ting like it would do no such thing...even though it says it will right in the legislation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-10-0538 min
Resuming 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 minThe Marc Patrone ShowThe Marc Patrone Show - June 17, 2022 - Government Gutting of Access to Information, Stopping the Online Censorship Bill, & UFO FridayTom Korski on the government's gutting of access to information. Senator Leo Housakos on stopping the censorship bill. UFO Friday with Dave Scott.2022-06-171h 38
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - June 16, 2022 - James Topp Marching for Freedom, Online Censorship Bill, & Travel Mandate SuspensionToday on the Richard Syrett Show: James Topp, the leader of Canada Marches discusses his meeting with the MPs over the “total corporate media blackout” regarding his march. Senator Leo Housakos on the censorship bill. Then In Defense of Women representative Mia Ashton talks about a new guideline saying trans kids’ treatment can start at younger ages.David Freiheit, AKA VivaFrei elaborates on the censorship bill and the mandate suspension. Political analyst Drew Allen brings up an Ex-American Express employee who spoke out on ‘woke’ corporate America. Then Spencer Fernando, campaign fellow from the National Citizens Coalition also touches on...2022-06-171h 23
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - February 23, 2022 - Andrew Lawton Pepper-Sprayed in Ottawa, Emergencies Act Revoked, & Gas Prices Set Record HighCatch up on what you missed on an episode of The Richard Syrett Show. Host of “The Andrew Lawton Show” on True North, Andrew Lawton on being pepper-sprayed by Ottawa Police. Lawyer, & Youtuber of the ever-popular channel “Viva Frei,” David Freiheit. Tony Heller fights back at Climate Change Alarmism. Rebel News Journalist, Alexandra Lavoie on being shot point-blank with a Tear Gas Canister. Conservative Senator Leo Housakos on the Emergencies Act vote in the senate. President of Canadians for Affordable Energy, Dan McTeague on gas prices soon reaching record highs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...2022-02-241h 33
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - February 16, 2022 - Media Doxing Convoy, Lawmakers Urging Biden to take Cognitive Test, & Banks Freezing AssetsCatch up on what you missed on an episode of The Richard Syrett Show. Senior Correspondent for The National Telegraph, Wyatt Claypool talks about the doxing by mainstream media of the GiveSendGo freedom convoy fund. Ontario Director at the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, Jay Goldberg on CTF calling on the Ford government to present a balanced budget plan. Tony Heller fights back against Climate Change Alarmism. Conservative Senator Leo Housakos on the upcoming vote on the Emergencies Act that must pass the house and the senate. Known worldwide as America’s Psychiatrist, Dr. Carole Lieberman, M.D., M.P.H. discusses Re...2022-02-171h 30
The Andrew Lawton ShowYet another country is making vaccines mandatoryGreece is forcing all of its residents aged 60 and older to get vaccinated against COVID or pay a 100 euro per month "health tax." Austria is on track to fine any unvaccinated people 7,200 euros and throw them in jail if they don't pay. True North's Andrew Lawton said when Austria first introduced its mandate that it would quickly be adopted elsewhere – and now Greece is joining the club. Also, The Simpsons and the Greek alphabet both get censored to appease China, plus Sen. Leo Housakos joins the show to discuss his bill to ban imports from Xinjiang, where China's persecuted Uy...2021-12-0135 min
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - November 18, 2021 - The Uyghur Genocide, Billboard Chris on his visit to Texas, & Rittenhouse Jury DeliberationCatch up on what you missed on an episode of The Richard Syrett Show. Conservative Senator, Leo Housakos talks about his proposed bill that seeks to stop Canada from continuing to subsidize the Uyghur genocide. Chris Elston aka “Billboard Chris” who travels Canada to expose gender ideology and child abuse through puberty blockers, talks about his visit to the Texas state legislature yesterday. We get an update on the major flooding in BC from a resident. Conservative author, columnist, & host of “The Drew Allen Show” podcast, Drew Thomas Allen shares his thoughts on the Rittenhouse jury deliberation. Learn mo...2021-11-191h 36
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - September 27, 2021 - Hostage Swap with Senator Leo Housakos, & Arizona Election Audit with Drew AllenCatch up on what you missed on an episode of The Richard Syrett Show. Small-town family physician & lover of freedom, Dr. Patrick Phillips. Lou returns for News Not in The News. Conservative Senator Leo Housakos weighs in on the Liberal government swapping hostages with the return of the two Michaels to Canada as Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou makes deal with US Justice Department and flies home. Author, Columnist, Political Analyst, & Host of “The Drew Allen Show” Podcast, Drew Thomas Allen speaks about the Arizona election audit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-09-281h 37
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - September 13, 2021 - Carbon Tariff, China’s Corporate Social Credit System, & Karen SelickCatch up on what you missed on an episode of The Richard Syrett Show. Creator of Popular Youtube Channel “VivaFrei” & People's Party of Canada Candidate representing Notre-Dame-De-Grace—Westmount, Quebec, David Freiheit talks about imposing a “carbon tariff.” Small-town physician & lover of freedom, Dr. Patrick Phillips. Lou returns for News Not in The News. Conservative Senator Leo Housakos on the Liberals welcoming China’s Corporate Social Credit System for Canadian businesses. Freelance writer/editor & retired lawyer, Karen Selick gives a VAERS update and explains why this isn’t a pandemic of the unvaccinated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...2021-09-141h 30
The Backstage PodcastEpisode #53 - Leo HousakosThe Backstage Podcast - Elections Edition 2021
My guest today is the Honorable Leo Housakos. He's a member of the Canadian Senate and although he's not running for a seat in the current federal election, I thought it would be great to discuss the role of Senators during a campaign and to pick his brain on a variety of issues revolving around this election. I hope you enjoy the conversation!2021-09-0343 minMedia NationMedia Nation - August 17, 2021 - Disaster Unfolding in Afghanistan, & Trudeau Govt. Saying No to Capital Gains Tax But Researching Into ItSenator Leo Housakos discussing the disaster unfolding in Afghanistan and how Trudeau let down Afghan men and women who supported Canada's military. Franco Terrazano discusses the Trudeau government saying they will not impose capital gains tax. So why is Trudeau conducting research into how to impose capital gains tax on the sale of your home?Also, Jeff Ballingall, creator of Ontario Proud and Canada Proud, described as the King of Conservative political messaging.2021-08-1846 min
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - August 11 2021 - Michael Spavour Sentenced By China, CDC Considered Isolation Camps To Combat COVID & Viva FreiCatch up on what you missed on an episode of The Richard Syrett Show. Conservative Senator Leo Housakos discusses Canadian Michael Spavour being sentenced to 11 years for espionage by China. Small-town physician and freedom-lover, Dr. Patrick Phillips talks about a CDC document revealing officials considered isolation camps for those at high risk of COVID. Tony Heller pushes back against climate change alarmism. Lou joins Richard for News Not In The News. Plus, Canadian lawyer, politician, & YouTuber under the pseudonym “Viva Frei,” David Freiheit talks about running as MP in the riding of Notre-Dame-De-Grace---Westmount for the People's Party of Canada. 2021-08-121h 22
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - June 22, 2021 - Bill C-10 Passed, Denis Rancourt, Fined Barber & Senator Leo HousakosCatch up on what you missed on an episode of The Richard Syrett Show.Managing Editor of Blacklock‘s Reporter, Tom Korski on the feds passing Bill C-10, designed to control and censor online content. Scientist, Social theorist, & Researcher Ontario Civil Liberties Association, Denis Rancourt speaks about the COVID pandemic in Canada. Ruth Gaskovski gives Homeschooling advice. Lou Schizas returns once again for News Not In The News. Owner of Towne Barbershop in Carleton Place, ON, Kyle Blundell on being fined $880 for opening up outside. Plus, Conservative Senator Leo Housakos. Learn more about your ad ch...2021-06-231h 28Media NationMedia Nation - June 22, 2021 - Censorship Bill C-10 Passed in Parliament & Electric Cars in CaliforniaMedia Nation with Karlene Nation discusses The censorship Bill C-10 passed parliament. The Libs, Bloc, NDP, and Greens voted for the bill while The Conservatives voted against it. Senator Leo Housakos says the bill will not be rushed through the senate. Gov of California is asking folks not to charge up their electric cars to save electricity. Dan McTeague says we will face the same problems in Canada if there are a lot of EV's on the road.2021-06-2246 min
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - May 27, 2021 - Chinese Military Scientists, Meat Prices Going Up For Canadians & Canada’s Vaccine Adverse ReactioNCatch up on what you missed on an episode of The Richard Syrett Show. Richard Syrett kicks off the show with a good friend of the show, Lou Schizas. Conservative Senator Leo Housakos speaks on Chinese Military Scientists. Then, Professor in Food Distribution and Policy as well as Senior Director of the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia, Dr. Sylvain Charlebois explains why meat prices are going up in Canada. Mississauga Steelheads and Sauga 960’s own play by play announcer Matt Cullen sets up an important Game 5 for the Leafs tonight. After, Lou Schizas participates on...2021-05-281h 24Media NationMedia Nation - May 18, 2021 - #BillC10 & Gov't creating jobs without spending BillionsOn Media Nation with Karlene Nation, Karlene discusses Trudeau Gov't cut a secret deal with Bloc Quebecois to support #BillC10. What's going on here? Senator Leo Housakos discusses this with Karlene Nation. Heritage minister pushing hard for MPs to 'quickly' pass Bill C-10. MP Rachael Harder joins Karlene Nation Lastly, Colin Craig with the new think tank SecondStreet.Org. What government can do to create jobs without spending billions? New e-book 'Life After Covid"2021-05-1848 minMedia NationMedia Nation - May 3, 2021 - Bill C-10 & E-ScootersOn Media Nation, Karlene Nation discusses Trudeau government getting blowback about #BillC10, and John Robson slams it as a way for the govt to control what we say online. Senator Leo Housakos calls Bill C-10 a "draconian legislation." Lastly, Karlene is joined by David Lepofsky to discuss an ongoing issues of E-Scooters.2021-05-0347 min
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - April 13, 2021 - Montreal Police Raid Rebel News, Liberals Holding Back Funding & Cancelled Conservatives BuildingCatch up on what you missed on a jam-packed episode of The Richard Syrett Show. Host Richard Syrett kicks off the show with a good friend of the show, Lou Schizas. Then, Ezra Levant, Host of “The Ezra Levant Show” on Rebel News speaks about Montreal Police raiding their hotel & the arrest of reporter David Menzies. Also, Home Schooling tips from Ruth Gaskovski. After, Lou Schizas participates once again for “News Not In the News.” Then, Conservative Senator, Leo Housakos talks about accusations towards the Trudeau Government of threatening to withhold funding from a top international defence gathering over the...2021-04-141h 25
The Richard Syrett ShowThe Richard Syrett Show - March 22, 2021 -Erin O’Toole’s Speech, Health/Medical, News Not In The News, Trudeau Government, & Leo HousakosCatch up on what you missed on a jam-packed episode of The Richard Syrett Show. Host Richard Syrett kicks off the show with a good friend of the show, Lou Schizas. Next, Leader of the People’s Party of Canada, Maxime Bernier comes on the show to talk about Erin O’Toole’s speech at the Conservative convention. Then, our weekly Health/Medical segment with Smalltown family physician Dr. Patrick Phillips. After, Lou Schizas participates once again for “News Not In the News.” Lastly, Conservative Senator, Leo Housakos. Leo joins Richard to talk about Canada’s relations with China, COVID-19 hotel quaran...2021-03-221h 33
Weekends with Rob FaiSome Straight Facts About Butter, and When Government Works Remotely, Taxpayers Save MoneyThe Sunday Edition with Stirling Faux
Chapter 1: Some Straight Facts About Butter
GUEST: Stephen LeBlanc - Professor, Population Medicine. Research Program Director - Animal Production Systems, University of Guelph
Chapter 2: Foreign Policy Unclear
GUEST: Leo Housakos - Conservative Senator from Quebec
Chapter 3: “Can’t Stop Now!” Site C Goes Forward
GUEST: Sarah Cox - Reporter with The Narwhal
Chapter 4: When Government Works Remotely, Taxpayers Save Money
GUEST: Kris Sims - BC Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation
Chapter 5: ICBC Loses A Round...2021-03-071h 36The Canadian Story14. Leo Housakos - Love CanadaSenator Leo Housakos was appointed to the Senate by Prime Minister Stephen Harper in 2008. He was named Speaker of the Senate in 2014. During his tenure, he has been at the forefront of Senate modernization both as Chair of Internal Economy and Chair of Rules and Procedures of the Senate.
One of his proudest achievements in the Senate, was the passing of a bill, of which he was the sponsor, calling for a national framework for PTSD amongst first responders. He is also a member of the Foreign Affairs committee and is very outspoken on matters such as...2021-02-0253 min
Big Blue BentEpisode 4 - CHINA!Host Jeff Joseph and panelists Matthew Conway, Richard Yufe and special guest Canadian Senator Leo Housakos continue their chat with a free-wheeling discussion on the much-too-comfortable Canada-China Relationship and ties under and with the current Liberal Government. Please note that all opinions expressed are those of the commentators only and do reflect opinions and viewpoints of their employers, political organization affiliations, friends, relatives and maybe even enemies from time to time. Big Blue Bent is a podcast on the BBB Network. All rights reserved. 2021-01-1139 minBig Blue BentEpisode 3 - Two and a Half Anglos and an AlloHost Jeff Joseph and panelists Matthew Conway and Richard Yufe welcome special guest Canadian Senator Leo Housakos to discuss the always hot-button topic of the future of the French language in Quebec and Canadian Bilingualism. In just around an hour. Yes, it is actually possible and, no, it is probably not what you would expect. Please note that all opinions expressed are those of the commentators only and do reflect opinions and viewpoints of their employers, political organization affiliations, friends, relatives and maybe even enemies from time to time. Big Blue Bent is a podcast on the B...2021-01-101h 01
And Another Thing PodcastS01E16 - Episode 16 w/ Senator Housakos
On this weeks episode, the guys chat with Senator Housakos. Leo Housakos is an Canadian Senator who was appointed to the Senate by Prime Minister Stephen Harper in 2008. They discuss China, Huawei, the government in China, how the current government is handling dictatorship governments, and his thoughts on the Prince Harry news. All of this plus much more!
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Infobitt2015-05-05 Infobitt Late EditionThe U.S. Senate passed a budget plan today, after the House passed the plan last week. This is not a spending bill but only a GOP budget road map, so push-back might still occur later. http://www.infobitt.com/b/12028
Scientists have discovered the earliest known ancestor to modern birds. http://www.infobitt.com/b/12031
Hillary Clinton took a clear stand in favor of a path to "full and equal citizenship"—what Republicans call "amnesty"—while speaking in Las Vegas. http://www.infobitt.com/b/12029
Astronomers have found a galaxy older and more distant than any spotted before: light we'r...2015-05-0602 min