No Nonsense with Pamela Wallin
Hosted by Pamela Wallin, No Nonsense brings you a conversation with people making a difference. No filter, no spin, no nonsense.
Episodes
371 episodes
Collateral Damage: Cars, Crops and the COST of Energy with Heather Exner-Pirot
As the fight over failed trade talks continues, the energy sector is booming with higher prices and new deals that could make the West a powerful energy player. Pipeline whisperer Heather Exner-Pirot joins us for her take on the new energy play...
The Turbulent World of Trade and Tariffs with Joseph Steinberg
Why did the Canada and US trade talks go off the rails? Conflicting versions of the behind closed doors breakdown with Economist Joseph Steinberg.
China’s Secret War: Is Canada Under Assault?
Becoming strategic partners with China is like opening Pandora’s box – we just don’t know what we’re going to get. China specialist Dennis Molinaro on the diplomatic pitfalls Canada needs to watch out for.
Trade Tumult: Is There a Cost for Carney? with Sylvain Charlebois, Carlo Dade, & Ian Lee
All eyes are on trade and tariffs as Canada works toward the next phase of Canada-Mexico-US trade. Three bright minds, Ian Lee, Carlo Dade, and Sylvain Charlebois have the latest.
The Middle Power Coalition: Is it a real thing? with Christian Leuprecht
When the speed of change exceeds the capacity of government to respond in real time, what is the political cost? On No Nonsense Christian Leuprecht looks at whether the middle powers can meet the moment.
Stranger Danger: Aging and Vulnerability with Bill Collins & Barry Bowman
A true story of betrayal of an elderly loved one. Bill Collins and Barry Bowman share the lessons from their documentary series Beware Mysterious Mark. To listen to Beware Mysterious Mark: https://mark.radios...
A Culture of Control? Frustrated Farmers Fight Back with Ken Motiuk
Canada was built on the backs of farmers. So why do we keep making it harder for them to stay in business? Ken Motiuk on the culture of control.
Superpower Status? The Price and the Politics with Heather Exner-Pirot
The Liberal government’s climate strategy costs over $200 billion - about $12,000 per Canadian according to the National Post. Can taxpayers afford to take on this cost? Heather Exner-Pirot weighs in.
Media Malpractice: A Reckoning after the ‘Year of the Graves’ with Terry Glavin
Of the hundreds of alleged graves at Canadian residential schools, none have been confirmed. Terry Glavin on how “white people lost their minds” during the year of the graves
The Next Pandemic: Lessons Learned? with Jason Kindrachuk
The worlds of sport and health often intersect – like at the FIFA World Cup. But with global travel, deadly disease can land at our front door. A risk assessment from emerging disease expert Jason Kindrachuk.
Middle Ground: A Middle Power Strategy with Stephen Nagy
Stephen Nagy says Canada’s value to allies is its proximity to the US - Are we burning bridges at our own peril? Middle power strategy on No Nonsense.
Truth & Trust: Trouble in the Media World
Getting it wrong in the media today has consequences - but are today’s journalists held to the standard of truth and subject to the same scrutiny? Tara Henley shares her insight.
Politics, Populism, and Promises: A Pollster’s Perspective with Darrell Bricker
Inflation is on the rise and the PM’s popularity has plateaued - A look at the state of our nation, and our neighbour to the south, with pollster Darrell Bricker.
The G7, Free Trade, & the Fiscal Fallout with Trevor Tombe
Trump gets the gold treatment at the G7, and Carney pokes the American bear from Ireland. Economist Trevor Tombe on the impact on Canadian wallets.
Privacy in Peril? Social Media Bans & Citizen Surveillance with David Fraser
Government wants to enter your home through the back door, grab your phone and computer, and take a look at what you are up to. The surveillance agenda with David Fraser on No Nonsense.
Will Canada Make America Great Again? with Tasha Kheiriddin, Margaret McCuaig-Johnston, and Mark Norman
The fate of the snowbirds, trouble on the trade front, and mixed messages on China. Our ‘smart person’ panel with political junkie Tasha Kheiriddin, retired Vice-Admiral Mark Norman, and China expert Margaret McCuaig-Johnston.
The Crisis of Liberalism with Michael Bonner
Pope Leo vs the Tech Bros. And is Elbow’s Up just the new Chicken Dance? A fascinating conversation about what liberalism means in the modern world. Michael Bonner, author of The Crisis of Liberalism: The Origin and Destiny of Freedom....
The Hidden Hand: The Information War and the Rise of Antisemitic Propaganda with Warren Kinsella
The war of words intensifies as PM Carney criticizes Israel’s treatment of pro-Palestinian protesters and Israel condemns Canada’s tepid response to antisemitism. Warren Kinsella, author of The Hidden Hand on No Nonsense. <...
Is China Really Rising? Superpower Summitry with Michael Kovrig
If China and the US are to be “partners, not rivals” what does that mean for Canada’s relationship with both? Does the New World Order leave us on the sidelines? Michael Kovrig on No Nonsense.
The G2 Summit: A New World Order? with Charles Burton
China sees itself as a rising power intent on displacing the reigning American superpower. Will the long game work? Charles Burton shares his insight.
From Ragged Ass Road to Rideau Hall with Whit Fraser
The wit and wisdom of Whit Fraser - long-time journalist and the Viceregal Consort reports on the journey From Ragged Ass Road to Rideau Hall.
Is there Strategic Momentum for Ukraine? with Marcus Kolga
Is there an economic and military meltdown in Russia? Does it give Ukraine strategic momentum? Marcus Kolga explains on No Nonsense.
Fraying Friendships on the Trade Front with Carlo Dade and Martha Hall Findlay
Canada has a culture of complacency when it comes to trade. It’s time to grow up, argue Martha Hall Findlay and Carlo Dade on No Nonsense.
