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Full Comment

Postmedia
Bill C-63
Internet Regulation
Canada
Online Harms
Revenge Porn
Canadian Government Budget
Danielle Smith
Hamas
Israel
Child Sexual Exploitation
Hate Speech
Freedom Of Expression
Rick Hillier
China
Justin Trudeau
CAVAG
Anti-Semitism
Canadian Military
Victoria Cross
NDP

Full Comment is Canada’s podcast for compelling interviews, controversial opinions and fascinating discussions. Hosted by Brian Lilley. Published by Postmedia, new episodes are released each Monday.

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Brian Lilley was live on the floor of the Conservative convention in Calgary, where the party gave emphatic support to keeping Pierre Poilievre as leader — and expectations were high for the Liberal government to call an election this spring. While t... more

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The bromance between Donald Trump and Mark Carney is over. The president is back to jeering at the prime minister after Carney’s “hegemon” speech in Switzerland. And Liberals are back in their election comfort zone, acting as defenders of Canada agai... more

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Untold numbers of people demanding basic human rights have been killed by a corrupt, bigoted regime, but in the West there are no tent cities on campuses or raucous marches. As Iranian-Canadian human-rights lawyers Payam Akhavan and Kaveh Sharooz tel... more

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Emilio Figueredo and Freddy Guevara understand better than any western analyst the Venezuelan reality, the regime of dictator Nicolas Maduro, and the aftermath of his capture by President Donald Trump. Figueredo, editor of independent Venezuelan news... more

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Payam Akhavan
Canadian lawyer and former UN prosecutor
Massey College, Toronto
Episode: The activist class is conspicuously quiet about Iran
Kaveh Sharooz
Lawyer and senior fellow at the McDonald-Laurier Institute
McDonald-Laurier Institute, Ottawa
Episode: The activist class is conspicuously quiet about Iran
Emilio Figueredo
Editor of Analitica, a news website covering Venezuelan politics
Analitica
Episode: What Venezuelans say about Trump’s incursion isn’t what we’ve been told
Freddy Guevara
Former member of the Venezuelan National Assembly and political prisoner
Harvard University
Episode: What Venezuelans say about Trump’s incursion isn’t what we’ve been told
David Cayley
Former CBC employee and author of "The CBC: How Canada's Public Broadcaster Lost Its Voice and How It Can Get It Back"
Sutherland House Books
Episode: How the CBC lost its purpose
Charles Burton
Former Canadian diplomat and author
Episode: Carney helps Chinese interference make a comeback
Ellis Ross
Member of the Haisla First Nation and Conservative MP for Schena-Balkley Valley
House of Commons
Episode: Say hello to pro-pipeline First Nations in B.C.
Mark Leiren-Young
Author and political commentator, involved in NDP and Green politics
Episode: Cautionary tales from a refugee of NDP and Green party ecopolitics
Ian Runkle
A lawyer based in Edmonton, Alberta, popular YouTube host commenting on firearm issues
Episode: The many deceptions of the Liberals’ gun ‘buyback’

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Brian Lilley
Host of Full Comment, known for engaging with notable guests and tackling significant political and economic issues.

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 632 ratings
  • Canadas 25 years of mismanagement

    After listening to Martha Findlays comment on the dairy farmers holding the country hostage. Funny how in that 25 years Canada has done alot of poor management decisions to lessen our economic success. Those year only 4/25 years did the right wing parties have a majority. Hmmm?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rich61$?
    Canadaa month ago
  • The Best!

    A great podcast diving deep into Canadian political stories … always topical and interesting with informed and well spoken guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doc986
    Canada2 months ago
  • Disappointing

    I rely on Full Comment early Monday. An episode on the Ukraine sounded timely. What we got instead was more coulda woulda shoulda. Any half sentient person could see that NATO’s early hesitancy was a recipe for disaster. The only surprise has been how well Ukraine have held out. However, instead of letting that fortitude strengthen Western resolve we have been content to let the carnage continue. While appreciating the hosts attempts to get the guest to address the situation on the ground now w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JWtwobeagles1
    Canada2 months ago
  • Rational, reasoned analysis.

    I appreciate a selection of guests which includes expression of both concordant and discordant views. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Xaintonge
    Canada6 months ago
  • Excellent

    Excellent as always but particularly good with this episode about Carney caving to Hamas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moops!
    Canada6 months ago

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The activist class is conspicuously quiet about Iran
Q: How does the population get rid of the folks in charge now? How do they get back to freedom?
The people will need to coordinate strikes and protests, and international assistance may be necessary to aid their efforts.
The activist class is conspicuously quiet about Iran
Q: What is your understanding of the reason for the protest now?
The protests stem from various interconnected issues, including economic collapse, government corruption, and environmental crises.
The activist class is conspicuously quiet about Iran
Q: Have you been in contact with anyone?
It's been difficult to get news from inside the country, but some family members have managed to connect during brief windows of time.
How the CBC lost its purpose
Q: Can CBC or the media in general regain trust with the public?
I have no idea, Brian. I'm an old man. I've tried to say what I think is true in this book.
How the CBC lost its purpose
Q: So how would that happen in a day and age?
We used to talk about the 50-channel universe and then the 500-channel universe. Well, it's infinite numbers of channels now.

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Focused on the pressing issues of the day, this podcast provides insights into current events through compelling interviews and critical discussions. Topics frequently touch on Canadian politics, international relations, and economic policy, featuring perspectives from industry experts and political figures. Engaging with controversial opinions and exploring multifaceted narratives, it challenges listeners to think critically about the news and its broader implications. Each episode aims to encourage informed debate, making it an intriguing listen for those interested in Canadian affairs, political commentary, and diverse viewpoints.

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