Toque Podcast
76 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -The Toque is a distinctly Canadian podcast. Hosts, Matt and Andres, debate the things that define Canada and bring in the people that help shape it.
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E73 What now for the Conservatives | Hockey players behaving badly
October 05, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the results of the Canadian election. Trudeau is back in and probably the most interesting thing is what the Conservatives are going to do about it. As well, they discuss a recent incident in the Ukrainian Hockey League involving a racist taunt. Is this behavior relatable to toxic hockey culture or simply indicative of racial intolerance within some areas of the world? Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E72 '21 CAN Election | Remembering Norm
September 27, 2021 11:00 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast Matt and Andres discuss the 2021 Canadian election and the general sentiment from Canadians. As well, they discuss the passing of the one and only Norm Macdonald. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E71 NHL Canadian Division | Kenny Doesn't Lead, He Only Follows
December 15, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the latest plans for the 2021 NHL season which includes an all-Canadian division. In addition, they discuss Jason Kenny's failed leadership in Alberta.
E70 Politics in Canada - Libs in WE-fall / Cons finally find a Scheer-less leader
September 03, 2020 11:00 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the stories that dominated the Liberal and Conservative parties over the summer. The Liberals are in WE-fall while the Conservatives may finally have a leader the general population can stomach. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E69 Wes Winkel on the New Rifle Ban in Canada
June 05, 2020 11:00 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres speak with Wes Winkel who is the owner of Epps Sporting Goods and President of the Canadian Sporting Arms and Ammunition Association. Wes discusses the recently announced ban on certain rifles in Canada and the effect of gun laws in general. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E68 Pro Sports in the Pandemic | Opening Up in Canada
May 28, 2020 11:00 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss resuming pro sports and what opening up looks like personally and more broadly. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E67 Nova Scotia Tragedy | COVID Protests and the slow reopening of Canada
April 28, 2020 11:00 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode of the podcast Matt and Andres start off by discussing the unthinkable events in Nova Scotia from last weekend. They then move to a discussion around the latest in COVID-19 including protests, reopening and what life may look like after all of this.
E66-3 Continuing COVID-19 Coverage in Canada
April 05, 2020 01:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBIn this episode Matt and Andres continue covering the ongoing COVID-19 crisis with a focus on Canada. What do we want from our leadership at a time like this? Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E66-2 COVID-19 In Canada Pt. 2
March 22, 2020 19:51 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres continue coverage of COVID-19 as it relates to Canada and Canadians. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E66-1 COVID-19 In Canada Pt.1
March 17, 2020 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres talk about the latest of the COVID-19 in Canada. They discuss the personal effects, big picture economic effects and the political decisions around it. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E65 International Reaction to COVIT19 | Rail Blockades in Canada
March 03, 2020 16:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the kick off of Canada's favorite passtime's top tourney - the Brier. The also discuss some international dealings with COVIT19 as well as the latest on the rail blockades in Canada. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E64 New NAFTA Branding | Future of Canadian Energy Projects
February 21, 2020 12:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the branding of the new NAFTA deal and some bad taste jokes. Finally, they discuss energy projects in Canada by looking at three major projects at various stages. Included music: Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key News Audio from: CBC Global CityNews
E63 Ride Sharing & Royals in BC | Doughnut Induced Outrage in Winnipeg
January 28, 2020 12:00 - 46 minutes - 37.3 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss BC finally getting access to ride sharing, Megan and Harry's move to the great white north. Finally, they discuss the latest Trudeau scandal - Doughnut-gate. Included music: Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E62 Helmet-gate on Ice | Story of the Year 2019 - SNC | 2020 Preview and Predictions
December 31, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss Trudeau having Trump removed from Home Alone 2 on the CBC and Matt chirps over-consumerism during the holidays. In addition, they discuss the latest from the SNC Affair which was recently named 'Story of the Year'. Lastly, they share their take on the year to come. Included music: Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key Clip from Global News
E61 JWR & JT back in the news | Andrew Scheer is out
December 28, 2019 12:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres chirp some political goofs this week around Jody Wilson-Raybould and Justin Trudeau. As well, Andrew Scheer took the hint and exited the political stage left. All agree (including Andrew) that perhaps the backbench suites his personality better. Included music: Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key Clips from CBC and CTV
E60 Is the CON up for Andrew Scheer? | Is hockey culture toxic?
December 03, 2019 12:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBIn this episode of the podcast Matt and Andres introduce the chirp of the week aimed at a Vancouver development over an excessive piece of public art. They grind it out on the latest within the Conservative Party. Will Scheer step down and will Kenney stop being such a dick all the time? Also, they discuss recent events in the NHL that lead many to believe that there may be something systemically wrong with hockey behaviour. Included music: Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The...
E59 China's BFF - Lebron James | 2019 Canadian Election Results
October 29, 2019 11:03 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres are joined by Matt Hall to discuss the recent comments by Lebron James and what it is perhaps he meant by them. Additionally, they discuss the results of the 2019 Canadian election.
E58 ELECTION SPECIAL 2019 - Campaign high/low lights
October 20, 2019 00:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres and joined with Grahaeme to discuss the 2019 Canadian election campaign. They discuss each major milestone of the campaign. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E57 BC Sur(+) | Jeffrey Epstein | Foreign Involvement in Canada
July 23, 2019 17:10 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the importance of responding to emails at work, BC's recent surplus, the Jeffrey Epstein case, and foreign actors in Canadian affairs. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E56 Grapes Future at HNIC | Conservatives Recycle Attack Ad | #WereallytheNorth?
July 09, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the finish to the NHL season and the potential for it to be Don Cherry's last. They talk about the latest in Canadian pre-election positioning including Conservative attack ads. Finally, they discuss the Champion Toronto Raptors and if they are truly Canada's team or was is simply a marketing ploy? Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E55 Canada's Conservative Wave?
April 30, 2019 07:15 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the NHL playoffs so far, Notre Dame funds and Vancouver's aspirations to be carbon neutral by 2050. Finally, they chat about the recent wins by provincial conservative parties and what that may mean for the federal election in the fall. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E54 Faith Goldy No More | Carbon Tax Haters in Canada
April 16, 2019 07:01 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss some thoughts around overly polite Canadian tendencies, pissed off Star Wars nerds, and Tiger Woods "heroic" ascension back to the top. They also discuss Faith Goldy getting kicked off of Facebook and some province's displeasure with Trudeau's tax on carbon. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E53 Jason Kenney's Alberta | Lord Stanley Predictions
April 09, 2019 07:01 - 1 hour - 58 MBIn this episode of the podcast Matt and Andres discuss what appears to be the final act of the SNC affair. And we get a real glimpse into who Jason Kenney is and what that means for Albertans. Friend of the show and Freedom Conservative Party MLA hopeful Bernard Handcock chimes in on the upcoming Alberta Election. Finally, Matt and Andres tee up the upcoming NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. As it Happens Interview: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/asithappens/as-it-happens-friday-edition-1.5086498/radio-...
E52 Pot Holes & Witchcraft | Should I Stay or Should I Brexit? | The SNC Tapes
April 02, 2019 07:01 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres bring stories from Nova Scotia and Ontario as well as the latest in Trumpland, a Brexiting UK and the never ending SNC Lavalin Affair. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E51 Sarah Leamon - Attorney General / MoJ Hats | Weed Law in Canada
March 26, 2019 07:01 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres are joined with Vancouver lawyer and writer Sarah Leamon. Together they discuss splitting of the role of Attorney General and Minister of Justice as well as the many current legal challenges involved with marijuana in Canada. Sarah on Twitter & Instagram: @sarahleamonlaw Spirits of the Law Podcast: spiritsofthelaw.simplecast.com/ Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E50 Tim Apple | Escaping Neverland | Boeing's Failures
March 19, 2019 07:01 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss Tales from rich and famous including Donald Trump, Robert Kraft, and Lori Loughlin. They also discuss the new Michael Jackson documentary and Boeing's response to the 737 Max debacle. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E49 Pyjama Boy | Michael Cohen | SNC Lavalin Affair
March 05, 2019 08:30 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBOn this episode of the podcast Matt and Andres are joined by longtime listener Max. They discuss John Tavares's return to Long Island, Michael Cohen's hearing and Jody Wilson-Raybould's testimony over the SNC Lavalin affair. New Sponsor: www.camberindustries.com Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E48 Kat Jayme - Finding Big Country
February 26, 2019 08:01 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBIn this episode, Matt and Andres sit down with Kat Jayme and discuss her documentary 'Finding Big Country' which premiered at the 2018 Vancouver International Film Festival and took home the People's Choice Award. The film is about Kat tracking down former Vancouver Grizzly star Bryant "Big Country" Reeves. Finding Big Country: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMhM-8D-Q1o&t=1s Kat's website: http://katjayme.com/ Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E47 Ryan McMahon - Thunder Bay Podcast
February 19, 2019 08:01 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBIn this episode of The Toque, Matt and Andres speak with Ryan McMahon who is a writer and host of the podcast 'Thunder Bay'. Ryan shares the back-story and touches on greater discussions around the Indigenous experience in Canada and positive change through art. Ryan's website: http://www.rmcomedy.com/ Thunder Bay's Home: https://www.canadalandshow.com/shows/thunder-bay/ Indian and Cowboy Home: https://www.indianandcowboy.com/ Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key Wi...
E46 Chewing the Canadian Fat - Canada's Political Divide | Hockey
February 12, 2019 08:01 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres get stood up by their planned guest and chew the Canadian fat around public library habits, Canada's political divide, and hockey. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E45 Garth Mullins - Crackdown Podcast
February 05, 2019 08:01 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBOn this episode of the podcast we sit down in studio with activist/writer/broadcaster Garth Mullins to discuss the Crackdown podcast. Garth and his team have created the podcast which explores drugs, drug policy, and the drug war. Some mentioned organizations: VANDU - www.vandu.org/ Say Know Podcast - www.sayknow.org/podcast/ Moms Stop the Harm - www.facebook.com/MomsStopTheHarm/ Recommended Reading: Dr. Gabor Mate - In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts Johann Hari - Chasing the Scream Musi...
E44 Bernard Hancock - Ruffneck Nation
January 29, 2019 16:30 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we chat with Bernard Hancock a.k.a. "Bernard the Roughneck". We discuss his rise in popularity, Trans Mountain and other initiatives he has on the go. CBC Clip of Bernard The Roughneck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVQlooun63w Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E43 Gillette | Jagmeet Singh | Canada v China
January 22, 2019 12:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss Gillette's latest ad campaign, Jagmeet Singh's bumbling interview and rough relations between Canada and China at the moment. Audio clips - Gillette Commercial & CTV Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E42 Canada's New Food Guide | Saudi Teen Seeks Asylum | Wet'suwet'en Protests
January 15, 2019 12:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss Canada's new food guide, the Saudi teen that is seeking asylum in Canada, and the latest on protests on Wet'suwet'en territory over the Coastal Gaslink Pipeline. Suggested watch - Regina Townhall Steel worker Audio clips - CBC News Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E41 Big Stories of 2019 | Federal Election | US Trade | Transmountain Expansion
January 08, 2019 12:00 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBIn this episode of the podcast Matt and Andres discuss the recent world juniors, the Thunder Bay podcast, and the big stories to follow in 2019 including the election, US trade and Transmountain. Suggested listen - Thunder Bay Podcast: https://www.canadalandshow.com/shows/thunder-bay/ Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E40 Baby it's Cold Outside | Huawei CFO Detainment | BC Referendum Results
December 24, 2018 12:00 - 48 minutes - 44 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the controversy around the Christmas song Baby It's Cold Outside, the detainment of Huawei CFO in Vancouver, and the results of BC's proportional representation referendum. Suggested listen - Thunder Bay Podcast: https://www.canadalandshow.com/shows/thunder-bay/ Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E39 Proportional Representation - BC's Referendum
November 27, 2018 12:00 - 52 minutes - 48 MBThis episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres are joined by Keith Poore of Fair Vote Canada. Together they discuss BC's upcoming referendum on proportional representation and the merits of this election system as a whole. To learn more about Fair Vote Canada go to fairvote.ca, and follow Keith on twitter @Keithpoore Referendum guide to voting at referendumguide.ca For a great video on the referendum check this out. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E38 Calgary Olympic Vote | NHL Lawsuit | Churchill Rail Line Upgrade
November 20, 2018 12:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBIn this episode of the Toque, Matt and Andres talk about the failed Calgary olympic city vote and US midterm elections. They also discuss the NHL's concussion lawsuit and the upgraded rail line to Churchill. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
The Toque Podcast Presents Canadian History Revisited
October 30, 2018 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.44 MBThe Toque Podcast previews a new and completely original podcast called Canadian History Revisited. We think we all know the story of James Naismith but there is a part of the story untold. The Tall Pines - The Key Theme from Revisionist History Podcast · Luis Guerra
E37 Van Election | Dueling in Canada | Cannabis Legalization
October 23, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBOn this episode of the podcast, we talk about the recent election in Vancouver, the dueling law in Canada and legalization of cannabis. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E36 Kavanaugh | Canada's LNG | New NAFTA
October 09, 2018 11:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres give an update on the Kavanaugh proceedings and discuss the new LNG plant announcement in BC. They also break down the newly negotiated USMCA. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key
E35 Current US Political Climate | Kavanaugh Hearing
October 02, 2018 11:00 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres are joined by The Toque's United States correspondent, JT. JT provides first-hand perspective into the current political climate in the United States and his take on Supreme Court Justice nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key Audio clip - CBC
E34 Summer 2018 | Canada v Saudi Arabia | Sir John A MacDonald Statue in Vic
September 25, 2018 11:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss some of the bigger stories that happened over the summer while the show was on hiatus, mainly around the TransMountain expansion and NAFTA negotiations. They also discuss Canada's spat with Saudi Arabia and the removal of the Sir John A MacDonald statue in Victoria. Lastly, the guys discuss the latest Polaris prize winner: Jeremy Dutcher. Music is Kurt Vile - Classic Rock in Spring, Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key Media - provided b...
E33 Intellectual Rockstars | World Cup 2026 | Legal Weed
June 26, 2018 11:00 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the existence of modern celebrity intellectuals such as Jordan Peterson. In addition, they discuss North America winning the big for the 2026 World Cup and potential implications of legal weed in Canada. Music is Kurt Vile - Classic Rock in Spring, Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key Photo credit - Carlos Osorio/Toronto Star/Getty Images Pierre Berton Teaches us how to roll a joint
E32 White House Visits | US Steel & Aluminum Tariffs | TransMountain Pipeline
June 19, 2018 11:00 - 50 minutes - 46 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres talk about the cancelled Whitehouse visit by the SuperBowl champions Philadelphia Eagles. They discuss the new US tariffs on steel and aluminum as well as Canada's purchase of the TransMountain pipeline. Music is Kurt Vile - Classic Rock in Spring, Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key Jean Chrétien Interview on CBC's The Current
E31 Ford Nation Wins | Ovie's Wild Ride | World Cup 2018
June 12, 2018 11:00 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres are joined by Jamie Faulkner. The guys discuss some Canadian topics such as Ford Nation back on top and icy relations at G7 Summit. They also discuss Alex Ovechkin's Stanley Cup bender. Lastly Jamie provides his take on the upcoming World Cup and what life is like after moving to Canada. Falknerandco Instagram Stephen Harper on Fox News The Tall Pines - The Key; Kurt Vile - I Wanted Everything, Classic Rock in Spring Art - The Queen by Edwa...
E30 Morgan Freeman | Vegas in Stanley Cup Finals | New NFL kneeling rule
May 29, 2018 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss watching European football with a bar of brits, the latest on Morgan Freeman and its link to Vancouver. In addition they talk about the expansion Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup finals and the NFL's issue with kneeling. Music: The Tall Pines - The Key, Black Ribbon; Kurt Vile - Freeway, Classic Rock in Spring Photo via @hockeynight
E29 Latest on Atwal & Moore | NY/Lethbridge Public Shaming
May 22, 2018 11:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres provide an update on two stories recently covered in relation to Jaspal Atwal and Christine Moore. In addition they discuss public shaming as a result of recent viral videos out of New York and Lethbridge. Music - Classic Rock in Spring by Kurt Vile The Key by The Tall Pines Photo - Anthony DelMundo, New York Daily News
E28 The Royals | Doug Ford Actors | Harassment within NDP
May 15, 2018 11:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Andres shares his strange experience in Columbia visiting significant places in the life of mass murderer Pablo Escobar. In addition, the guys discuss the royals, paid actors at a Doug Ford rally, and the latest in harassment allegations within the national NDP party. Music is The Key by The Tall Pines Spend my Life with You by The Tall Pines I wanted Everything - Kurt Vile Classic Rock in Spring - Kurt Vile News clips featured from CBC Photo by Chris Yo...
E27 Trudeau's India Visit | NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh / Terry Milewski
May 01, 2018 11:00 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBThis episode of the Toque Podcast features journalist Jagdeesh Mann. Jagdeesh joins Matt and Andres to provide context to two recent Canadian news stories rooted in Sikh separatism: Trudeau's rough visit to India and Canadian media coverage surrounding NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh. Jagdeesh can be followed on twitter @JagdeeshMann Music is The Key by The Tall Pines News clips featured from - CBC and NDTV Photo by Sean Kilpatrick of The Canadian Press