Afternoons With Rob Breakenridge

We spoke with Global BC Legiuslature Bureau Chief Keith Baldrey about the Coastal Gaslink pipeline debate, and the fact that in this pipeline debate, BC's premier is on the side of those supporting the project Also, we spoke with Anthony Magnabosco, Founding Executive Director of Street Epistemology International, about his approach of street epistemology and his upcoming events in Calgary Plus, some "Degrassi" nostalgia, as the Degrassi Tour rolls into Calgary this Saturday. A look back at the "Degrassi" shows, and how they became so iconic. We chatted with actor Pat Mastroianni, who played the role of Joey Jeremiah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We spoke with mathematician and JUMP Math founder John Mighton about his new book "All Things Being Equal: Why Math is the Key to a Better World" Also, Michael Mostyn, Chief Executive Officer of B’Nai Brith Canada, joined us to discuss their call for Ottawa to list Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization We were joined by Olympic gold medalist and Hockey Hall of Famer Jayna Hefford about her work with the Professional Women's Hockey Players Association and the push for a viable women's professional league. Plus, we spoke with Sylvain Charlebois, Senior Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, about Tim Hortons recent struggles and how the iconic Canadian brand can turn things around.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest on the US/Iran situation with Commentary Magazine associate editor Noah Rothman. Also, we spoke with Karen Ogen-Toews, former elected chief of the  Wet’suwet’en First Nation and current CEO of the First Nations LNG Alliance. Plus, a surprise announcement from Prince Harry and his wife Meaghan - we spoke with long-time royal watcher and Maclean's magazine royal contributor Patricia Treble Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We spoke with Stephanie Carvin, Assistant Professor of International Relations at the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs (Carleton University) about the situation in the Middle East. Also, Sam Gregory, Program Director at WITNESS, joined us to discuss Facebook's plan to ban so-called "deepfake" videos. Plus, Dan Kelly, president of the Canadian Federation of Business, on their latest report card on CRA customer service Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We spoke with author, journalist, and columnist Terry Glavin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We spoke with Dr. Frank Plummer, a world-renowned Canadian scientist, about his struggles with alcohol addiction and his involvement in an experimental brain surgery aimed at curing alcoholism. Also, economist Trevor Tombe joins us for an analysis of the cost to Albertans of the federal carbon tax. John Carle from the Alberta Cannabis Council joins us to discuss the province's decision to postpone legal cannabis vape products. We hear from Shimon Fogel, president and CEO  of the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA), about how best to combat the scourge of antisemitism. Plus, CCPA Senior Economist David Macdonald on why Canadians should care about rising CEO salaries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We spoke with James Cohen, executive director of Transparency International Canada, about the SNC-Lavalin plea agreement. Also, Shruti Shekar, tech and telecom reporter for Mobile Syrup, joined us to talk about the CRTC plans to crack down on spam calls. Plus, music writer, broadcaster, and historian Alan Cross on how Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas is You" ended up at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart - 25 years after its release. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We spoke with Alberta Federation of Labour president Gil McGowan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finance Minister Travis Toews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We spoke with director Warren Sulatycky and actress Caitlyn Sponheimer (both originally from Calgary) about their new film "April in Autumn," which comes to Calgary on December 20 for a week run at The Globe https://globecinema.ca/movie.html#646 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We spoke with Toronto Star investigative reporter - and author of the book "The Billionaire Murders" - Kevin Donovan about the two-year anniversary of the murders of Barry and Honey Sherman. Also, Dr. Alfred Lehar from the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary on the sordid story of the demise of cryptocurrency exchange Quadriga CX. Plus, Global National reporter Brian Hill on his exclusive story about the existence of a secret government visa program Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Freelance writer Max Fawcett joined us to discuss the debate in Alberta around politics in the classroom and the education curriculum. Also, we spoke with Andrew Apostolou, a historian and a Labour party member about the UK election results. Plus, a conversation with Gabor Lukacs, founder and coordinator of Air Passenger Rights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Gabor Lukacs, Canadian Air Passenger Rights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, we hear from Alise Mills, conservative political analyst and senior associate with the Sussex Strategy Group, about Andrew Scheer's resignation as Conservative Party Leader. Also, a conversation with Dale Swampy, president of the National Coalition of Chiefs, about how meaningful partnerships on energy development can help lift First Nations out of poverty. Plus, Christian Leuprecht on his new study for the MacDonald-Laurier Institute on how Canada can best address the irregular/illegal migrant situation.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Opposition parties vote to approve the creation of a new committee to address Canada-China relations Guest: Erin O’Toole, Conservative Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs   Why it’s time for Canada to legalize single-event sports betting Guest: Brian Masse, NDP MP - Windsor-West   Alberta carves out an exemption for WHL teams in provincial Employment Standards Act Guest: Randy Gumbley, spokesperson – WAIPU North America (World Association of Icehockey Player Unions)   Is the 12-Step program religious in nature? An atheist nurse in Vancouver has won his human rights case Guest: Ian Bushfield, Executive Director  - BC Humanist Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We spoke with Carlo Dade, director of the Trade & Investment Centre at the Canada West Foundation about the signing of the new NAFTA deal and the trade challenges that remain with the U.S.  Also, Dr. Jack Mintz, presidents fellow at the University of Calgary's School of Public Policy, on the cost of transitioning to electric vehicles - and why he supports taxing them Plus, a report from the Health Quality Council of Alberta finds that an alternative model of funding doctors can save the health care system a considerable amount of money Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We discussed Premier Jason Kenney's trip to Ottawa and whether his quest for a "fair deal" for Alberta will make a difference to our economic plight, we explored the owning vs. renting debate after the head of the CMHC suggested that we need to stop "glorifying" ownership, and we talked to the lead author of a new study that suggests quitting social media won't actually make you happier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Rob is joined by renowned Canadian actor, singer, and humanitarian Tom Jackson, consumer psychologist Dr. Kit Yarrow, and Sprott School of Business (Carleton University) associate professor Ian Lee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We re-capped a very awkward day for the Prime Minister at the NATO summit in the UK, and also chatted with National post Matt Gurney about the possible fallout as well as the larger question of why Canada continues to underfund its military Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Public sector unions gearing up for a fight with the Kenney government Guest: Gil McGowan, president – Alberta Federation of Labour   City council approves a tax shift, lowering the burden on businesses Guest: Kelly Doody, founder & owner – The Social School   An important court ruling concerning beer policy, tariffs, and interprovincial trade          Guest: Derek From, Canadian Constitution Foundation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices