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
279 episodes
The Lay of the Land as Canada Surges into Election Mode with Allan Gregg
Allan Gregg offers some interesting numbers and historical insight as Canada dives into a federal election campaign. What is the ballot question today? How might it change? Is it the same across age demographics? All this and more, on No Nonsen...
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The Trade War's Impact on Canadian Oil and Gas with Bronwyn Eyre and Brian Zinchuk
Despite what Trump says - the US is dependent on Canadian oil and gas. Brian Zinchuk and Bronwyn Eyre on Canada’s next move in the trade war.
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The Impact of the Trade War and New Leadership on the Agri-Food Sector with Sylvain Charlebois
According to Sylvain Charlebois, all the political uncertainty in Canada has been damaging during the worst economic crisis - and will cost Canadian consumers. Our discussion on No Nonsense.
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Mark Carney's Liberal Leadership Win with Darrell Bricker
Does Mark Carney represent the leadership change Canadians are seeking? Darrell Bricker shares the latest opinion data.
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The Latest on the Trade War with Robert Asselin and Perrin Beatty
Canada can no longer take our living standard for granted in the time of trade wars. Robert Asselin and Perrin Beatty on next steps.
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What the Zelenskyy-Trump Showdown Means for Diplomacy with Tasha Kheiriddin, Margaret McCuaig-Johnston, and Mark Norman
Was the rare mineral deal doomed from the start? What was the motive behind the Zelenskyy-Trump showdown? Tasha Kheiriddin, Margaret McCuaig-Johnston, and Mark Norman explain.
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The New State of American Democracy with Clifford Young
What is the state of mind in post-election USA? Clifford Young shares the latest polls and the changing American mind.
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The Trade War's Impact on Canadian Air Travel with Duncan Dee
Canadian airfares are some of the highest in the world. What does it mean for Canadians travelers with the tariff and trade battles underway? Duncan Dee explains on No Nonsense.
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Is the Trade War "Performative"? with Trevor Tombe
Will boycotting American products make Americans feel the heat? Trevor Tombe on what Canada’s next move should be in a “performative” trade war.
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Canada in Crisis with Matt Gurney and Tara Henley
It's not just tariffs.... healthcare, defense, even the courts are all suffering because of red tape and an inability to react in real time. Matt Gurney and Tara Henley explain.
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Trump's Tariff Threat and Canada's Future Leadership with Darrell Bricker and John Ibbitson
Canadians want change - but who best meets that test: Pierre Poilievre or Mark Carney? Plus, How will Trump's threatened 25% tariffs impact the Canadians already reeling from price and tax hikes? Darrell Bricker and John Ibbitson share their po...
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The Liberal Leadership Race and the Canada-US Trade War with Jeffrey Simpson
As tariffs and a trade war loom, can Canada get its own house in order? Will Mark Carney appeal to regular Canadians or be seen as an “elite” candidate? Jeffrey Simpson on the Liberal leader race and the state of play on both sides of the borde...
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Trump Presidency 2.0 & Canada-US Relations with David MacNaughton
Canada needs to get its act together on national security and economic matters to meet the challenges of Trump 2.0. Former Canadian ambassador David MacNaughton shares his insight on what happens next.
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Technology and the "Extinction of Experience" with Christine Rosen
The Internet, smartphones, and now Artificial Intelligence have fundamentally changed our world - but what about how people experience each other? Christine Rosen shares her research.
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The 51st State with Diane Francis
The 51st state? A joke? Or a concept that might have a kernel of possibility? Our cross-border guest Diane Francis on whether a "merger of the century" is possible.
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The Inspirational Story of the Famous People Players with Diane Dupuy
The woman behind the incredible phenomenon: Diane Dupuy on the Famous People Players, a black light puppetry troupe made up entirely of intellectually disabled performers and staff.
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The Canadian Political Crisis with the No Nonsense Panel: Tasha Kheiriddin, Margaret McCuaig-Johnston, and Mark Norman
What does Chrystia Freeland’s shocking announcement reveal about the Prime Minister's hold on power. The No Nonsense Panel with Tasha Kheiriddin, Margaret McCuaig-Johnston, and Mark Norman.
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The Russia-Syria-Iran Nexus Explained with Marcus Kolga
What does it mean for Russia to lose Bashar al-Assad as an ally in Syria? Marcus Kolga explains Russia’s proxy power in the Middle East. Plus, an update on Ukraine in the wake of Russia’s most recent bombing campaign.
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How Banks are "Fleecing" Canadians with Andrew Spence
Why doesn’t Canada demand consumer protection or duty of care from the big banks? Andrew Spence explains why practices such as overdraft fees have been banned in other countries.
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A Bioethics Perspective on MAiD with Eric Mathison and James Downar
On this episode, we discuss the ethical questions surrounding the MAiD debate in Canada. James Downar and Eric Mathison share their perspectives.
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Efficiency in the Public Sector with Donald Savoie
Can DOGE, a department of government efficiency, work in Canada? Cutting costs and reforming the public sector with Donald Savoie.
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Canada's Broken Immigration System with Mike Moffatt
Yann Martel says Canada has often been called the greatest hotel on earth - but can afford the bill? A look at immigration, and its impact on everything from housing to healthcare with Mike Moffatt.
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The Capital Gains Tax with Jack Mintz
What does the capital gains tax mean for individuals, small businesses, and the value of your stock? Economist Jack Mintz gives us the troubling facts.
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