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A bi-weekly podcast from The Breach featuring sharp commentary on politics and movements in Canada.

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00:56:10

Corporations jacking prices | Canadians feeling...

The Breach Show ·

2022/06/17

More Canadians are having trouble putting food on their plates while corporate profits soar—why are some turning to conspiracy theories, rather than holding the real culprits accountable? Host Donya Ziaee talks with economist Jim Stanford about runaway corporate profits, and Pam, El and Martin discuss a new poll showing the mainstreaming of racist conspiracy theories. But first, we've got some celebrating to do: it's the one year anniversary of The Breach! Watch and SHARE our Year One highlights

01:28:25

What a Doug Ford majority means for Ontario

The Breach Show ·

2022/06/04

This week we went live on Ontario election night. We critique the media coverage, examine the NDP’s failure to galvanize opposition to Conservatives, and remind ourselves of the impact and importance of social movements. With a second term for Doug Ford, progressive movements are in for a major fight. Featuring interviews with organizers, writers and scholars from across the province: Linda McQuaig, Pam Palmater, Erica Ifill, Riley Yesno, Syed Hussan, Judy Rebick, Dave Bush, Miles Krauter, and Jon

00:39:48

Doug Ford's wreckage | Report exposes discrimination...

The Breach Show ·

2022/05/19

This week, Martin and Pam break down the Ontario election: who we hate, who isn't great, and who can't communicate. El Jones joins Pam for an in-depth look at a new Senate report that calls for the exoneration of 12 imprisoned Indigenous women that provides insights in the systemic violence and discrimination of Canada's prison system. Plus, should police dogs have unions? And why are our elites so quick to unsee racism in Canada? Featuring Martin Lukacs, Pam Palmater and El Jones. Donya Ziaee is

00:54:04

Live from the first Conservative leadership debate

The Breach Show ·

2022/05/12

On Wednesday, The Breach Show broadcast live analysis of the Conservative Party of Canada’s official English-language leadership debate. In this episode, El Jones, Pam Palmater and Martin Lukacs break down who is running, how they’re positioning themselves, and what that means for the rest of us. And since watching Conservatives outdo each other isn’t always pleasant, each of our analysts shares about what kind of candy is appropriate to eat during the leadership debate. Featuring our host Martin

00:57:20

Abortion Under Attack; Racial Justice in Canadian...

The Breach Show ·

2022/05/05

This week on the show we are joined by a guest, Ritika Goel, a family doctor, professor and an advocate for healthcare justice. Our panel takes a critical look at the government’s pandemic response and also discusses a new article Dr. Goel co-authored on the unfinished business of medicare in Canada. We also discuss Roe v. Wade being repealed in the U.S. and why Canadian abortion access still has a long way to go, and finally, Pam Palmater unpacks a damning new report on racism and sexism in

01:02:57

Time to log off? | Why things cost more | Ottawa...

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2022/04/28

This week on the show we talk about Elon Musk’s purchase of Twitter—is it time to log off, or can social movements and the progressive left use social media effectively? We also get into the motorcycle convoy headed to Ottawa this weekend with our resident biker Pam Palmater. Finally, we talk to DT Cochrane, an economist and a researcher with Canadians for Tax Fairness, about his new report on how corporate profiteering is fueling inflation and driving up the cost of living. Featuring our host,

00:57:43

Police manipulate public opinion | Liberals’ rigged...

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2022/04/15

This week we discuss how the government tried to undermine the Defund the Police movement with manipulative polling, and examine whether the new Liberal budget will do anything to address Canada’s rigged housing market, with former UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Housing Leilani Farha. Plus, our new segment, “The Preach”, where our analysts call out the CBSA for putting children in prison, the RCMP’s toxic culture, and how Canada continues to support the Saudi war on Yemen. Featuring our host,

00:41:43

Canada’s Spiraling Military $ | Oil Lobby in Action |...

The Breach Show ·

2022/04/07

This week we discuss Canada’s role in NATO and the pressure to increase military spending, which has led to a $8 billion hike in the new Liberal budget. Then we take a critical look at the Liberals’ climate plan that claims to sideline “big oil lobbyists.” Featuring a new hot take segment from our analysts: Pam Palmater breaks down Trudeau’s taxpayer-dollar sinkhole that is the Trans Mountain pipeline, and El Jones celebrates the historic unionization of Amazon and the Black radical tradition. Sign

00:57:34

What's next for Land Back & Defund the Police?

The Breach Show ·

2022/03/31

On this special bonus podcast episode of The Breach Show, we take a look at two movements, Land Back and Defund the Police, and take stock of where they are at, what they have achieved and what might be next. Featuring our analysts El Jones, Pam Palmater, Martin Lukacs, and our host Donya Ziaee. Catch The Breach Show weekly and don’t forget to like, comment and subscribe - https://youtube.com/TheBreach ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Sign up for alerts -

00:47:20

NDP bows to Trudeau | convoy legacy | Poilievre’s...

The Breach Show ·

2022/03/25

In this week’s episode, our host Donya Ziaee and our analysts, Pam Palmater, El Jones and Martin Lukacs, take a critical look at the NDP-Liberal deal: how and why did it happen, and what does it mean for the future of the NDP? We also take stock of last month’s trucker convoy, its effect on the political landscape and how progressive movements can respond moving forward. Like & subscribe so you don’t miss an episode, or sign up for alerts at: https://breachmedia.ca/theshow Want to see more

00:02:01

Ep 0: The Breach Show Trailer

The Breach Show ·

2022/03/09

Starting March 24, we’re launching a weekly YouTube show and podcast with incisive and irreverent analysis on politics and social movements in Canada. Featuring Pam Palmater, El Jones, Martin Lukacs and guests, hosted by Donya Ziaee. Follow us to hear new episodes every week.

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