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Join the unfiltered conversations on CTZN where Jeremy Prest and David Craig candidly share their perspective on current Canadian issues. Featuring guests who are experts in their fields, you’ll have the chance to wrestle with the facts and come to your own conclusions. No topic is off the table.
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Jeremy and David sit down with political insider Kirk Lubimov for a candid, long-form conversation about what’s really happening behind the scenes in Canadian politics.
From controversial floor-crossing debates to party nomination battles, media tribalism, and the growing “outrage economy,” the discussion digs into why voters feel disconnected—and whether the political system is rewarding performance over real leadership. Kirk shares insider perspectives on party dynamics, campaign strategy, and why convincing the political centre may matter more than winning online arguments.
This episode explores:
• The real impact of MPs switching parties
• Conservative movement strategy and missed opportunities
• How social media algorithms shape political narratives
• Tribalism, echo chambers, and the fight for independent thinking
• Why values, persuasion, and local leadership still matter
Did Canada go too far during COVID-19? David sits down with Chris Weisdorf—legal researcher, activist, and co-founder/director of Concerned Constituents of Canada—to discuss the ongoing legal challenges connected to pandemic-era policies in Canada.
Together they explore the Adamson Barbecue case, constitutional arguments surrounding emergency powers, and how court decisions today could shape future debates about rights and government authority.
Why do so many Canadians feel disengaged, pessimistic, and disconnected from the country's future? Elliot Daigneault from the Right Call Podcast joins us for a conversation about the real state of Canada, from Alberta and Quebec independence movements to media narratives, political fear tactics, and Canada’s growing identity crisis. Could it be that apathy, especially among younger generations, is the biggest threat we face?
Law professor Bruce Pardy returns to Citizen to ask the hard questions:
What does Alberta stand to lose if it separates?
Why does Canada operate like a "cartel-based economy"?
How will Donald Trump's approach to global institutions reshape our country's relations with the US?
And what does Mark Carney's WEF speech really signal for Canada's future?
We're diving headfirst into the craziness of Davos 2026, from Prime Minister Mark Carney's headline-grabbing speech full of bold calls against bullies and for stronger global ties, to President Trump's no-holds-barred approach that's shaking up NATO, Greenland deals, and trade wars. We break down the irony in Carney's words (gun buybacks and censorship, anyone?), why Alberta's independence movement is heating up, and how Canada getting cozy with China might hurt us more than help. Plus, we chat Trump's deportation stats, EV imports flooding the market, and even El Salvador's wild turnaround.
In this episode of Citizen, we sit down with builder and entrepreneur Shane Wenzel to break down what’s really driving frustration across Canada, from Alberta separation to the housing affordability crisis.
Shane brings an on-the-ground perspective from the construction and development world, explaining how government regulation, permit delays, building codes, and net-zero housing policies are increasing costs and slowing housing supply. Our conversation digs into why housing has become one of the clearest examples of how policy decisions directly impact everyday Canadians.
We also discuss the growing Alberta independence movement, unanswered questions around banking, investment, population movement, and economic uncertainty, and why rising cost-of-living pressures are changing how people view government and institutions.
In this explosive episode, we dive deep into Trump's lightning-fast Venezuela invasion—capturing Maduro in 14 minutes for $17 trillion in oil reserves, crushing narco-terrorism, and blocking China's black-market plays. But what does this mean for Canada? From Arctic control and Greenland threats to our oil crisis, weak borders, and potential US coercion, is Alberta separation the answer? We break down the geopolitical shift, US dollar dominance, and Canada's vulnerability in 2026.
If you're worried about Canada's future amid Trump’s America First agenda, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE for more geopolitics insights, and comment: Is Canada ready for this?
#TrumpVenezuela #CanadaCrisis #OilWar #Geopolitics2026 #ArcticControl #USChinaRivalry #AlbertaSeparation #CitizenPodcast
Canada changed dramatically in 2025, and most people haven’t connected all the dots. In this year-end Citizen Podcast episode, Jeremy and David break down the 10 biggest political, cultural, and economic moments that shaped Canada in 2025, from leadership upheaval and foreign interference to Alberta sovereignty and government control over speech.
How should government regulate the modern internet—and what trade-offs come with those decisions? John Carpay, president of the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms, joins us to discuss. Canada's approach to online regulation is evolving. New legislation is affecting online streaming, news distribution, and harmful-content enforcement. But how do these policies quietly influence visibility and legal processes? What unintended consequences might there be if the government gets to decide what we see and hear online?
What political and economic shifts are reshaping Canada and the West—and how can we get back on track to growth and prosperity? From Bill C-9 and free speech concerns... to Canada's exploding bureaucracy, net-zero climate mandates, and the erosion of private sector innovation... David and Jeremy expose the deeper tensions driving these issues. They also tackle the problems of moral language, social policy, and the contradictions inside modern human rights debates.
How long will free speech remain free? In this conversation with Kirk Lubimov, Jeremy and David uncover the truth behind Bill C-9, the expansion of hate-speech laws, and the growing threat to free expression in Canada.
As Canadians, we think we live in a democracy that respects our rights. But do we really? Or are we coasting on myths about the Charter, the courts, and our own responsibilities as citizens? Eva Chipiuk, the lawyer who cross-examined Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over his use of the Emergencies Act, is here to ask the hard questions. What if the real crisis in Canada isn't Left vs. Right, but citizens vs. their own ignorance of the system that rules them?
Journalist and author Rupa Subramanya joins David and Jeremy for a deep, unapologetic conversation about the direction of Canada: from de-banking and emergency powers to immigration, economic stagnation, and the future we're building for our kids. Is any political leader willing to tell Canadians the truth about the hard path to recovery?
Alberta independence: is it a fantasy... or the only realistic path to prosperity? Mitch Sylvestre and Jeffrey Rath, two leaders from the Alberta Prosperity Project, join the show to argue that Ottawa is actively harming Albertans and that negotiated fixes are political theatre. In this episode, we dig into their plan, "day one" promises, economics—and the hard questions, like how to handle CPP, passports, borders, and Indigenous rights.
Former political leader Stockwell Day joins Jeremy and David for a powerful conversation about Canada’s future, from runaway government spending to the erosion of democratic dialogue.
Stockwell shares insider insight from his time as Alberta’s finance minister and federal leader, revealing why debt isn’t just financial, it’s moral.
They discuss:
What the latest federal budget really means for everyday Canadians
How bureaucracy and inefficiency hold governments hostage
Whether Alberta’s independence talk is justified
And why responsible leadership is about more than politics, it’s about truth and legacy.
👉 "If you’re only watching CBC or CNN, you’re missing half the story." - Stockwell Day
🎧 Tune in for a grounded, unfiltered, and surprisingly hopeful look at where Canada’s headed.
#StockwellDay #CitizenPodcast #CanadianPolitics #Economy #Leadership #Canada #GovernmentBudget
David and Jeremy sit down with David Leis, President of the Frontier Centre for Public Policy, to unpack the Richmond, B.C. land-claim ruling that’s shaking the foundation of property rights across Canada. What does this mean for homeowners, investors, and the future of Canadian democracy? This growing divide over truth, reconciliation, and free speech could define our nation’s next decade.
In this episode, David and Jeremy tackle the state of Canadian politics, identity, and leadership in 2025. From Calgary's election recount and Mark Carney's national address, to Danielle Smith's narrow win and the growing divide across Canada, this conversation asks the hard questions. Leave a comment and join the conversation.
In this episode of Citizen, we break down some of the biggest issues facing Canadians today:
The Alberta teachers' strike: Why are teachers demanding massive pay increases during tough economic times?
Government spending: Bad policy and weak leadership are driving businesses like Stellantis out of Canada.
The future of faith-based charities: Ottawa's proposed changes to charitable tax status could threaten churches, mosques, and community organizations that support families in need.
AI bias: Does ChatGPT have a hidden political bias? How should Canadians stay informed without falling for misinformation or censorship?
Let's think critically about where Canada is headed, and what it means to stand up for faith, freedom, and common sense in today's world.
In this episode of Citizen, we sit down with special guest Kirk Lubimov, political analyst, to unpack Calgary’s high-stakes municipal election. For the first time, party labels will appear on ballots, creating both excitement and confusion among voters.
Kirk brings his expertise to break down the issues shaping the race:
Blanket rezoning – the central flashpoint between faster housing growth and neighbourhood control.
City finances – rising taxes versus massive reserves, and what that says about the council’s priorities.
Public safety – how concerns on transit and downtown streets measure City Hall’s ability to deliver on basics.
Governance – the bigger question: should Calgary be run by centralized party machines or by councillors accountable to communities?
Together, we explore not just candidates and campaign strategies, but what’s really at stake: the future balance of power, priorities, and public trust in Calgary.
In this episode, David and Jeremy break down Bill C-8 (telecom/cybersecurity), Bill C-9 (Criminal Code changes on hate propaganda/hate crime), and the UK’s new digital ID push. They explore the risks of vague powers, potential overreach, and what citizens can do to keep the debate open.
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