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Daily Memo: CSIS Identifies A Target

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The Full Show: Remembering Air India Flight 182

Canadian Common Sense – Remember Air India Flight 182 It’s been 35 years since the bombing of Air India Flight 182 - Charles asks, why don’t we care? 35th anniversary of the bombing of Air India Flight 182 Meera Nair joins Charles to discuss the bombing of Air India Flight 182, the 35th anniversary, and why Canadians don’t seem to acknowledge the horrible event. Guest: Meera Nair, Works with the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology & author of op-ed Can Canada explore a legal loophol...

Daily Memo: Do The Deal

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Daily Memo: Independents Day

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The Full Show: A Change Gonna Come

Canadian Common Sense – Reexamining Legacy Charles reacts to a clip of Gary Chambers Junior, a Baton Rouge man who gave an impassioned speech during a school board meeting. Bloc MP accused of racism is also reported to have once circulated a blog promoting Islamophobia Amira Elghawaby joins Charles to discuss racism in Canada as well as the incident that happened in the House of Commons last week when NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh called a Bloc Quebecois MP a racist. Guest: Amira Elghawaby, Hu...

The Full Show: Shanghaied in Beijing

Canadian Common Sense – Disappointment Doesn’t Cut It Charles responds to charges of espionage brought against Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig who have been imprisoned in China for nearly 600 days. China is formally charging two Canadians detained in the country with spying Stephanie Carvin joins Charles to discuss the new charges brought against Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig, two Canadian citizens imprisoned for nearly 600 days. Guest: Stephanie Carvin, National Security Analyst an...

Daily Memo: A Black Father's Day

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The Full Show: Turn And Face The Strange

Canadian Common Sense – Say It, Don’t Spray It Charles reflects on a caller from last night’s show refuting the safety provided by face masks amid the COVID-19 pandemic. NDP leader Jagmeet Singh refuses to apologize for calling Bloc MP a ‘racist’. Charles is joined by Federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh to discuss his outburst in the House of Commons yesterday. Guest: Jagmeet Singh, Federal NDP leader and MP representing Burnaby South Indirect impact of the pandemic on the world’s populatio...

Daily Memo: Mandatory Masks In The GTA July 2nd

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The Full Show: Are You Going To Sit There?

Canadian Common Sense – Twitter Is Not Ubiquitous Charles discusses a recent lawsuit against the RCMP in Nova Scotia for not responding fast enough to the shooter that killed several people in the Portapique area. Canada has lost its bid for a seat on the much coveted UNSC Stephanie Carvin joins Charles to discuss Canada’s loss on the bid for a seat on the United Nations Security Council and whether it’s actually such a bad thing. Guest: Stephanie Carvin, National Security Analyst and Ass...

Daily Memo: Apocalypse No.

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Full Show - Higher wages will help

Canadian Common Sense: Can we get over our addiction to China?  China’s claim on discovering pests in imported Canadian logs. What does that even mean? How higher wages could help combat labour shortage. How can we give people the incentive to go back to work.  Guest - Jim Stanford - Economist & Director, Centre for Future Work and prof. of economics Dept. McMaster University. CERB is being extended for another 8 weeks. What does the CERB extension mean? What does the reduction in the C...

Daily Memo: Everyday Canadians are honest and hardworking

The majority of your fellow Canadians are not trying to scam the system.  Subscribe to the Charles Adler Tonight podcast to hear more: https://curiouscast.ca/podcast/135/charles-adler-tonight/​ See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

The Full Show - The new reality of air travel

Canadian Common Sense: Remembering and Honoring Our Dads.  Taking a moment to acknowledge our Dads before fathers day.  Loblaws has recently announced it is cutting it's Covid-19 pay raise.  Guest - Amanda Nagy - Asst. Bakery Manager at Fortino and Union Steward  The new reality at many of our nation’s airports. Airport employees are saying that Calgary Airport is shockingly empty.  Guest - Kelly Cryderman- Globe and Mail Calgary reporter Subscribe to the Charles Adler Tonight podcast ...

Daily Memo: Normal may never be a thing

Maybe we shouldn't await a return to normal after Covid, we should adapt to a new world.  Subscribe to the Charles Adler Tonight podcast to hear more: https://curiouscast.ca/podcast/135/charles-adler-tonight/​ See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

The Full Show - Character Over Colour

Canadian Common Sense: Can a white person truly understand racial discrimination? The rise of extremist groups and why do people think the “BLM” movement is discriminatory? A discussion on the Jessica Mulroney fallout and Tim Hortons privacy concerns.  Guest - Jesse Miller - Founder Mediated Reality, and Social Media Educator CTV has announced the removal of Jessica Mulroney following being called out for using “white privilege” against a black influencer.  Guest: Amira El-gha-waby - Hum...

Daily Memo: When Will We Only Look Beneath the Surface?

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The Full Show: Come Together (Safely)

Canadian Common Sense – No Man is an Island Charles reflects on something that has not been covered very much in the COVID era, social isolation. Is it time that the House of Commons once again sits as normal? David Akin believes there’s no good reason why it shouldn’t. David Akin joins Charles to discuss the ongoing suspension of Parliament. Guest: David Akin, Global News Chief Political Correspondent Living in Colour returns to Global News tomorrow night Farah Nasser joins Charles to ...

The Full Show: Compassion For Life

Canadian Common Sense – Systemic Racism Is Real Charles responds to those who claim “systemic racism does not exist”. What must be done now to prepare Canada’s long-term care homes for a second wave? Carole Estabrooks joins Charles to discuss what must be done in Canadian long-term care homes in the event of a second wave of COVID-19. Guest: Carole Estabrooks, Professor at the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Nursing and co-author of the op-ed. In BC two animal welfare stories: A mini-...

Daily Memo: The Big Lie

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The Full Show: At The Border

Canadian Common Sense – Ok, Boomer Charles reacts to listener mail regarding the guest who was on the show last night, a Black Lives Matter protest organizer. What is the public health risk to the border reopening for family members? Doctor Jason Kindrachuk joins Charles to discuss the federal government’s proposal for a limited exemption on Canadians with immediate family members on the other side of the American border to cross and what the health implications may be at large. Guest: Ja...

Daily Memo: Black Lives Matter

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Daily Memo: A Mother's Letter To Her Son...

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The Full Show: Black Lives Matter

Canadian Common Sense – Black Lives Matter Charles reads a letter Jumy Dapo-Ogunsola, content producer for Charles Adler Tonight, wrote to her seven-year-old son. Canada will soon allow family members to visit across the U.S. border The Trudeau government has announced a limited exemption for Canadians to visit immediate family members on the other side of the US border. Guest: Len Saunders, Attorney, Blaine Immigration Tens of thousands of Canadians marched, kneeled, and put their fists...

The Full Show with Guest Host Shane Hewitt: Appearance

Chapter 1 Politics and Race - Trudeau - How Are We Doing Zain Velji joins guest host Shane Hewitt to discuss Prime Minister Trudeau’s taking a knee today at civil rights demonstrations on Parliament Hill. Guest: Zain Velji, Political Analyst/ Partner and VP at Northweather Calgary, and Co-Founder at EveryonesCanada Chapter 2 How COVID-19 is changing commercial space rentals With offices being mostly vacant, and retail outlets seeing fewer customers, commercial space in Canada may be in ...

The Full Show with Guest Host Shane Hewitt: Disconnection

Chapter 1 Canadian telecom giants are seeking alternatives to Huawei’s 5G Stephanie Carvin joins guest host Shane Hewitt to discuss the Canadian government’s decision to sever ties with Huawei as a partner in developing 5G technologies. Guest: Stephanie Carvin, National Security Analyst and Ass. prof. International Relations Carleton university Chapter 2 Educators helping educators on combating oppression among students Shanee Prasad and Preet Lidder join guest host Shane Hewitt to disc...

The Full Show with Guest Host Shane Hewitt: New Generations

Chapter 1 How does the changes in charges against the officer involved in the death of George Floyd impact the case? Ari Goldkind joins guest host Shane Hewitt to discuss the changes to the charges against the officer who took the life of George Floyd. Guest: Ari Goldkind, Toronto-based Criminal lawyer Chapter 2 How can school teachers do their part in combating anti-racism? Stephen Price joins guest host Shane Hewitt to discuss how school teachers and parents can discuss the current Bl...

The Full Show with Guest Host Shane Hewitt: Coming Together

Chapter 1 Steps to help combat racism Councillor for the city of Coquitlam in British Columbia joins Shane to discuss the steps one can take to combat racism. Guest: Trish Mandewo, Coquitlam City Councillor; Mentor-In-Residence; and Co-Founder WCH society Chapter 2 A new poll is showing that the perception about the PM is changing Mario Canseco joins Shane to discuss a new poll conducted by Research Co that shows Trudeau’s approval rating may be slipping. Guest: Mario Canseco, Presiden...

The Full Show with Guest Host Shane Hewitt: Activism and Activity

Chapter 1 Is Canada racist? Listen to what people of color think Guest Host Shane Hewitt is joined by Sandy Hudson to discuss the ongoing riots and protests in the United States. Guest: Sandy Hudson, An Activist; and co-host Sandy & Nora Talk Politics podcast. Chapter 2 Institutional racism and its impact on mental health Guest Host Shane Hewitt is joined by Professor Charles Chris-Adade to discuss the impact of institutional racism on one’s mental health. Guest: Prof. Charles Quist-Ad...

Full Show - Outrage and Sorrow in America.

Canadian Common Sense  Dear Mr. Kaepernick, You Were RIght, I Was Wrong. The death of George Floyd in police custody is causing a nationwide outrage. Crowds are continuing to protest and Donald Trump is fanning the flames on twitter.  Guest: Zain Velji - Political Analyst/ Partner and VP at Northweather Calgary, and Co-Founder at EveryonesCanada Civil unrest in Minneapolis sparked by the death of a black man. On this side of the border, do we see this same extent of racism against peopl...

Daily Memo - The Time for Justice Is Now

Daily Memo - The Time for Justice Is Now

Full Show - Seniors Are Not Just A Statistic

Canadian Common Sense Seniors cannot and should not be blamed for the current crisis.  How do we address the crisis highlighted in the armed forces report on LTC this week? Guest: Dr. Jennifer Baumbusch - Associate Professor at UBC Nursing. CIHR Chair Sex & Gender Science | Dynamics of Caregiving in an Aging Society Glimmers of economic recovery as provinces reopen amid Covid What will a potential economic recovery from the pandemic look like? Guest: Michael Campbell - Business Expert ...

Daily Memo: Don't Expect a Quick Economic Return

Daily Memo: Don't Expect a Quick Economic Return

Full Show: The Justice Holmes Ruling

Canadian Common Sense  Is Canada a rule of law country or a let's make a deal country. BC Supreme Court Justice Heather Holmes' ruling today is firmly by the rule of law. What will be the fallout moving forward.  A B.C. judge has denied Meng Wanzhou’s case on extradition. What does the Supreme Court of BC decision mean moving forward?  Guest: Sandy Garossino - Writer; former trial lawyer; and columnist National Observer.  What the B.C. court decision means for Canada-China relations. Ho...

The Full Show: Neglect Homes

Canadian Common Sense – Neglect Homes Charles shares his thoughts on the report from the Canadian military on the conditions in Ontario’s long-term care home. As China tightens its grip on Hong Kong, would the former British colony survive? Irwin Cotler joins Charles to discuss the powder keg situation in Hong Kong and how it relates to Canada. Guest: Irwin Cotler, Former MP for Mount Royal; former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Chair of the Raoul Wallenberg Centre...

The Full Show: Timelines, Timelines...

Canadian Common Sense – Canadian Conversion Therapy A city council vote against conversion therapy in Calgary was struck down 14 – 1. What should Canada do in regards to the new law on Hong Kong? Tensions in Hong Kong are on the rise once again as clashes between protesters and the government have resumed amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Guest: Terry Glavin, Author, journalist. Ottawa Citizen & National Post columnist What you have to know on the timeline for a vaccine Dr. Fawziah Lalji join...

Full Show: What Is Freedom to Us?

What are China's motives when it comes to Hong Kong? Ian Young joins us to discuss. A discussion on what does Freedom mean to us as Canadians during this unprecedented pandemic with Warren Kinsella. But first some Canadian Common Sense. Subscribe to the Charles Adler Tonight podcast to hear more: https://curiouscast.ca/podcast/135/charles-adler-tonight/​

Daily Memo: A Conversation on Freedom

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Full show: Common sense, Harjit Sajjan, & Disappearing offices

Social Media Educator Jesse Miller joins us to talk about the uncertain future of office spaces. PLUS, a conversation with National defense minister Harjit Sajjan! But first, some Canadian common sense. Subscribe to the Charles Adler Tonight podcast to hear more: https://curiouscast.ca/podcast/135/charles-adler-tonight/​

Daily memo: Make change your friend!

The Full Show: Slick Markets

Canadian Common Sense - Canada Should Follow the Lead of Taiwan President Tsai has effectively protected her country from Covid-19 registering only 7 deaths. Taiwan has stood up to China and sounded the alarm on Covid-19 well before Beijing. Why is Canada so timid to stand up to China like the democratic Taiwan.  Is the rising oil prices a sign of good news for the global economy? Michael Campbell joins Charles to discuss why Is the stock market still rising despite sluggish economy? Gues...

The Full Show: Opening Back Up...

Canadian Common Sense – A Spring in Your Step Charles discusses salons and coffee shops being able to reopen. Does Hydroxychloroquine really prevent COVID-19? Here’s what experts think Dr. Sajjad Fazel joins Charles to discuss the validity of Hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for COVID-19, as well as the Plandemic movie and other conspiracy theories. Guest: Dr. Sajjad Fazel, Health Researcher at Alberta Health Services Why are small businesses eager to reopen? Lee Habeeb joins Charles t...

The Full Show: Taiwan On..

Canadian Common Sense – Flying High Again Charles shares his thoughts about the tragic plane crash in Kamloops, British Columbia as well as comments made by President Donald Trump about Hydroxychloroquine. How Taiwan led Canada in defeating COVID-19 Lorrie Goldstein joins Charles to analyze the Taiwanese response to COVID-19, how they overcame the virus so quickly, and how it compares to Canada’s response. Guest: Lorrie Goldstein, Sun Media Editor Emeritus and Columnist Is it time to gro...

Seniors Advocate of BC weighs in on Inside Canadian Long-term care homes

Seniors advocate Isobel Mackenzie offers her expertise on how to improve life in Canada’s long-term care homes. Guest: Isobel Mackenzie, Seniors Advocate B.C.  Subscribe to the Charles Adler Tonight podcast to hear more: https://curiouscast.ca/podcast/135/charles-adler-tonight/​

The Full Show: Exploring Seniors Rights...

Canadian Common Sense – He Probably Drank the Kool-Aid Charles reacts to comments made by Canada’s ambassador to China. What to know and expect at a long-term care home Pat Irwin, President of Elder Care Canada, joins Charles to discuss the ins and outs of daily life for those who live and work at long-term care homes in Canada. Guest: Pat Irwin, President, ElderCareCanada What are residents’ rights in long-term care? Ari Goldkind joins Charles to discuss a caller’s plea to help his bro...

The Full Show: Ending For-Profit Care

Canadian Common Sense – I Love Complaints Charles responds to some listener mail he received. Families of seniors in LTC lamenting the poor state of the facilities Ken’s mother still lives in a Canadian long-term care facility, he joins Charles to discuss the living conditions and his mother’s daily life. Guest: Ken, Ken’s mum still lives at a Long-term care facility NDP ready to support ‘getting rid of for-profit long-term care homes’ Jagmeet Singh, leader of the federal NDP, joins Cha...

The Full Show: Rethinking Long-Term Care...

Canadian Common Sense – Racially Motivated Attacks on the Rise Charles responds to the rise of xenophobia in Canada. How do we rethink Long-term Care in Canada? Daniel Fontaine, CEO of the BC Care Providers Association, joins Charles to discuss the experience of seniors in long-term care and how we can help them in their final years. Guest: Daniel Fontaine, CEO BC Care providers Association How can families get involved in Long-term care in Canada? Dr. Jennifer Baumbusch, Associate Prof...

The Full Show: Canada's Oldest Generation...

Canadian Common Sense – Yankee Doodle Dandy Charles responds to calls to open the Canada-US border. How to support seniors during the novel coronavirus pandemic Dr. Roger Wong joins Charles to discuss how we can support our seniors living in long-term care homes. Guest: Dr. Roger Wong, Clinical Professor in the Division of Geriatric Medicine, Department of Medicine, UBC; Consultant Physician and Head of the Geriatric Consultation Program at VGH Here’s what caregivers at some of the LTC H...

The Full Show: A Somber Anniversary...

Canadian Common Sense – What’s Good for Alberta Is Good for Canada Charles responds to listener feedback about his statements regarding May and Blanchet’s claims “oil is dead”. How COVID-19 changed the 75th anniversary celebration of the V-E Day It’s the 75th anniversary of VE Day (Victory over Europe Day) and on such an historic day there would normally be a grand showing but the COVID-19 pandemic has changed celebrations. Guest: Anthony Wilson Smith, President/CEO @HistoricaCanada; make...

The Full Show: Slingin' Oil...

Canadian Common Sense – Black, Black, Heart Charles gives his thoughts about Elizabeth May and Yves-Francois Blanchet saying “Oil is dead”. What an expert thinks about the notion that ‘oil is dead’ Rick Anderson joins Charles to discuss the statements from the Green Party Leader and the Bloc Quebecois leader that the oil industry in Canada is “dead”. Guest: Rick Anderson, Political strategist; and public affairs commentator A new book influenced by a personal experience on living with an...