Podcast terbaik The Backbench (2025)

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Interview With a Young Lefty 33:26

3d ago33:26

33:26

Join Noor Azrieh and Sam Konnert for a discussion to bid farewell to key legislation that is likely to be lost due to Parliament's prorogation. From the Online Harms Act, to clean drinking water for First Nation communities, there’s a lot to mourn. And, how could a new liberal leader possibly win back young men? We speak with Aiden Fox Ivey, who re…

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The Long Goodbye: Trudeau’s Not Gone Yet 27:01

10d ago27:01

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Yesterday Trudeau announced that he would prorogue parliament and resign as Prime Minister. Now, the Liberal Party is embarking on a journey to replace him. He talked about “internal battles” and pressure from Donald Trump, and decided this was the best option. But is it too little too late? Who could possibly have hair good enough to replace him? …

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Payday Loans: the Cost of Being Poor 23:30

24d ago23:30

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Starting January 1st, the criminal interest rate on predatory lending will be lowered, meaning it should be safer to take out payday and installment loans. But these businesses have a tendency to skirt the law, adding unexpected fees and insurance rates to keep borrowers in the hole. Sam welcomes Donna Borden to the show - an organizer with ACORN. …

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The Undoing of Justin Trudeau 21:24

1M ago21:24

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It was a hell of a day for the Liberals yesterday, as Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland abruptly abandoned her post. Now, all fingers are pointed at one man: Justin Trudeau. So what happened? And where do we go from here? Reporter for the Hill Times Stuart Benson sits down with Sam to break down Justin’s Terrible, Horribl…

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Interview with a Conservative Bro 27:59

1M ago27:59

27:59

The political gender divide isnt just a U.S. phenonmenon, its showing up globally, from the U.K. to South Korea. It’s only a matter of time before the next Canadian election wherethese political dynamics could soon take center stage. Host Noor Azrieh sits down with Jack Gordon, a young conservative, to ask what he’s thinking about politics these da…

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Does Trudeau Know How to Deal with Trump? 31:00

2M ago31:00

31:00

Last Monday, U.S. president-elect Donald Trump posted to his beloved Truth Social with a hefty threat. If Canada and Mexico don't get the border in order, or the drugs in check, he’ll slap a 25 per cent tariff on all goods. These tariffs could crash several major U.S. industries and ruin Canada’s economy. But this isn’t the first time Trump’s threa…

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The Government Deadlock Nobody Knows About 31:42

2M ago31:42

31:42

Parliament froze in late September after the Conservatives launched a privilege motion, bogging down the government and demanding the Liberals hand over documents relating to a “green slush fund.” Since then, the House has been on pause – no bills, no legislation, no nothing. Despite important government matters, this freeze could go on for a very …

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Danielle Smith's All You Can Eat Alberta-Style Freedom 34:57

2M ago34:57

34:57

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith tabled a rehauled Bill of Rights with changes aimed at ending vaccine mandates, protecting gun ownership and ensuring property rights–a move she claims as “reflection of our shared values.” But it doesn't stop there, over 30 bills are making their way through the Alberta legislature, so host Noor Azrieh sits down with…

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UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, the Canadaland Interview 35:53

2M ago35:53

35:53

Last week, UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese landed in Canada, setting off a firestorm of controversy that Canadian politics was not ready for. She’s been accused of antisemitism, refused meetings by government officials, and had her talks protested. She’s been calling the war in Gaza a genocide, but the big question isn’t what she has to sa…

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How Canadian Voters Could Sway the U.S. Election 36:47

2M ago36:47

36:47

It’s the 60th US Presidential election, and the stakes feel like they’ve never been higher. This episode is a pulse check on what people are doing, thinking, and feeling on our side of that Windsor-Detroit border. Host Noor Azrieh also looks back on the 2016 election and her feeling of powerlessness, and addresses the stakes, impact, and consequenc…

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Trudeau, Trump, Poilievre, Harris: What Do Voters Even Want? 29:30

3M ago29:30

29:30

Liberal MP’s have hopped on the #TrudeauHasGotToGo bandwagon after 28 caucus members asked for his resignation. The PM is in a completely different arena than when he arrived nine years ago. So did he change? Or did we? Vox writer Zach Beauchamp sits down with host Noor Azrieh to unpack what kind of leaders are meeting this moment. What leaders are…

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India’s “Horrific Mistake” in Canada 36:08

3M ago36:08

36:08

A massive criminal campaign—extortion, intimidation, coercion, harassment, even murder—allegedly orchestrated by India on Canadian soil. This is a BIG deal. After Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused India and expelled six diplomats, Arshy Mann joins host Noor Azrieh to explain the impact and political blowback of these allegations. And, the lates…

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B.C.’s Batsh*t Election 30:01

3M ago30:01

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Shit-posting candidates, climate change denial, outright racism, and those damn paper straws. Host Noor Azrieh calls up Arno Kopecky, Shannon Waters, and Mo Amir to ask what the hell is going on in B.C.’s election. And, the latest on the foreign interference commission, pharmacare, and Alberta’s Bill of Rights. Host: Noor Azrieh Credits: Aviva Less…

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Trump Says Canada Doesn’t Pull Its Weight in NATO—He’s Right 33:43

3M ago33:43

33:43

It feels like we’ve never been closer to another world war. If our NATO allies called us, could we answer? This week, host Noor Azrieh, with guests David Pugliese and Stephen Saideman, explore whether NATO targets matter, what we should be spending our money on, and if we’re at the mercy of our beefed-up southern neighbours. And, the latest on Prim…

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Canada's Gutless Palestine Policy 35:21

4M ago35:21

35:21

While world leaders meet and Israel’s war on Gaza spreads, Canadian MPs are at odds over recognizing a Palestinian state. How much does Canadian recognition really matter? Why are we dragging our feet? Host Noor Azrieh sits down with Michael Lynk, the former Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian Territories, and Mar…

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Parliament is Back and More Childish Than Ever 41:16

4M ago41:16

41:16

We’re a week into parliament's new session, and things are getting ugly. Justin Trudeau is trying on a new attitude, Jagmeet Singh ripped up the Supply and Confidence Agreement and Pierre Poilievre is doing everything he can to force an election as soon as possible. So, what are we in for here? An election? A year of mudslinging? Our panelists Max …

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Introducing The Worst Podcast 2:37

4M ago2:37

2:37

Canadaland just launched its first ever celebrity interview podcast and it’s not great. It’s The Worst Podcast. Celebrities are always talking about their bests. Now hear them at their worst. Join award-winning filmmaker and noted curmudgeon Alan Zweig for refreshingly honest conversations with “notable people” about the worst things in life. Alan …

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Interview With a Young Lefty 33:26

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The Long Goodbye: Trudeau’s Not Gone Yet 27:01

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Payday Loans: the Cost of Being Poor 23:30

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The Undoing of Justin Trudeau 21:24

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Interview with a Conservative Bro 27:59

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Does Trudeau Know How to Deal with Trump? 31:00

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The Government Deadlock Nobody Knows About 31:42

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Danielle Smith's All You Can Eat Alberta-Style Freedom 34:57

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UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, the Canadaland Interview 35:53

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How Canadian Voters Could Sway the U.S. Election 36:47

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Trudeau, Trump, Poilievre, Harris: What Do Voters Even Want? 29:30

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India’s “Horrific Mistake” in Canada 36:08

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B.C.’s Batsh*t Election 30:01

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Trump Says Canada Doesn’t Pull Its Weight in NATO—He’s Right 33:43

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Canada's Gutless Palestine Policy 35:21

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Parliament is Back and More Childish Than Ever 41:16

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Introducing The Worst Podcast 2:37

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