Stephen LeDrew welcomes Jesse Brown, founder and publisher of Canadaland, for a blunt conversation on what’s gone wrong with Canadian journalism.

Brown argues that Canada’s national broadcasters - including the CBC - are turning their focus away from Canadian stories in favour of U.S. headlines and celebrity scandals. Canadaland, by contrast, is filling that vacuum with fearless reporting and investigations that would otherwise go untold, from the WE Charity scandal to deep dives into Canada’s media, politics, and institutions.

Together, LeDrew and Brown ask the tough question: if the CBC won’t tell Canada’s story, who will? A fast, candid Three Minutes on media priorities, public funding, and why independent journalism matters now more than ever.

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Stephen LeDrew sits down with Michael Diamond, principal of Upstream Strategy Group, for a sharp, fast-moving discussion about Mark Carney’s first national address - and what it really signaled.

Diamond argues that the speech, while dull, marked a clear departure from Justin Trudeau’s theatrics - yet offered little substance beyond familiar promises. The two unpack what Carney’s leadership means for Canada’s direction, the fading shadow of Trudeau’s tenure, and how the “paid media” continues to keep voters uninformed.

From SNC-Lavalin to cabinet reshuffles, LeDrew and Diamond break down how Canada got here - and why independent media is essential if Canadians want to hear the truth.

A candid, unscripted Three Minutes on policy, politics, and the fight for accountability in Ottawa.

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Stephen LeDrew sits down with Brian Lilley from the Toronto Sun to discuss how Canadian politics has shifted beyond traditional party lines. From swing voters to the appeal of imagery over competence and substance, Lilley explores why Canadians are no longer voting strictly liberal or conservative and how leaders like Doug Ford and Mark Carney have capitalized on this trend. A concise, insightful three-minute discussion on voter priorities, election strategies, and the changing face of Canadian politics.

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Stephen LeDrew sits down with Michelle Ferreri, former Conservative MP and one of Canada’s outspoken political voices, for a fiery discussion on the state of Canadian leadership and whether the country is heading for an early election.

Ferreri argues that Canadians are tired - not just of politics, but of politicians who won’t act. With Mark Carney’s government struggling to show results and a confidence vote looming on the next federal budget, she says it’s time for accountability and a serious national conversation about the country’s direction.

LeDrew presses Ferreri on whether the Liberals have lost their will to lead and if opposition parties are ready to offer real solutions instead of more rhetoric. The two spar over bureaucracy, leadership, and why Canadians deserve more than promises.

A sharp, fast-paced Three Minutes on political paralysis, public frustration, and what it will take to get Canada moving again.

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Stephen LeDrew sits down with Mark Milke, president of the Aristotle Foundation, for a candid discussion on crime, accountability, and the permissiveness of Canada’s justice system. In today’s Three Minutes, Mark explores why a small percentage of offenders drive a disproportionate amount of crime, why judges and politicians often fail to enforce meaningful consequences, and how societal attitudes toward victimhood have eroded personal responsibility. Drawing on real examples from Kelowna and across Canada, he lays out the urgent need for a justice system that balances compassion with accountability - and why current policies leave communities exposed to repeat offenders.

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Stephen LeDrew sits down with Dan McTeague, former long-term Liberal MP and oil and gas insider, to discuss Canada’s energy future and the economic consequences of political inaction. From stalled pipelines and regulatory gridlock to the challenges of attracting investment amid ESG and DEI policies, Dan lays out why Canada risks financial instability if energy projects aren’t prioritized. In today’s Three Minutes he explains how delayed approvals, provincial obstruction, and federal indecision threaten billions in revenue, jobs, and national prosperity, and why timely action is critical for Canada’s economic survival.

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Stephen LeDrew delivers a sharp commentary on leadership, politics, and the reality that being right doesn’t always mean winning. With Pierre Poilievre revisiting the SNC-Lavalin scandal and blaming the RCMP, LeDrew argues that dwelling on the past is political quicksand — especially while Mark Carney is learning to play the game. 

From tariffs and the Ring of Fire to Canada’s stalled pipelines and rising bureaucracy, LeDrew calls for bold leadership that builds - not blames. It’s a candid look at why Canada needs less complaining and more action to become the prosperous, confident nation it should be.

Today’s Three Minutes on politics, perception, and the price of getting it wrong.

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Stephen LeDrew sits down with political commentator Jasmin Laine for a blunt conversation about crime, punishment, and misplaced compassion in Canada. From “catch-and-release” justice to the 15 repeat offenders responsible for hundreds of police files in Kelowna, the two dig into how Canada’s justice system has drifted from accountability to ideology. Jasmin argues that governments are being “compassionate to a fault,” while Stephen presses on the real costs of crime - borne not by the state, but by victims and communities. A sharp, fast-paced Three Minutes on why tolerance without consequences is tearing at Canada’s sense of justice.

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Stephen LeDrew sits down with Catherine Swift, from the Coalition of Concerned Manufacturers and Businesses of Canada - a leading voice on manufacturing and economic policy, to discuss the state of the economy. Catherine explains how small and medium-sized manufacturers are leaving Ontario and moving south of the border due to burdensome regulations, high taxes, and an anti-business culture. She highlights the personal stakes entrepreneurs take and why government attitudes toward business are undermining job creation. In today’s concise, no-nonsense Three Minutes, Catherine lays out the challenges facing Canada’s economy and why shrinking government and reforming culture are critical to avoid repeating past economic mistakes.

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Stephen LeDrew sits down with former long-term Liberal MP Dan McTeague to dissect the legacy of Justin Trudeau and the Liberal Party over the past decade. From cabinet missteps and celebrity politics to media influence and national debt, Dan explains how a once-respected institution was weakened and why Canadians now face a country more divided than ever. Today’s Three Minutes examines the rise of style over substance, the consequences of a post-nationalist agenda, and what it will take to rebuild Canada’s political and social foundations.

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Stephen LeDrew sits down with Bryan Gould, CEO of Aspenleaf Energy Limited, to discuss the state of Canada’s oil and gas industry. In this three-minute interview, Gould explains how government policies and regulatory barriers are stifling investment in the country’s largest wealth-generating sector. From the challenges of LNG (Liquid Natural Gas) projects to the lack of support from Ottawa, he breaks down why Canada is falling behind the U.S. in energy exports and what must change to restore growth, competitiveness, and economic stability.

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Stephen LeDrew sits down with Brian Lilley, Toronto Sun columnist, to discuss Canada’s ballooning federal spending and the lack of accountability in Parliament. From a $129 million loss at a development agency to $8.2 million in grants for gender studies on Peruvian rock music, Lilley highlights how bureaucrats and the PMO are making decisions without proper debate. He explains why Canadians are footing the bill for poorly managed programs, annual tax escalations, and unchecked delegated authority—raising serious questions about transparency and oversight in Ottawa. A concise, hard-hitting look at money, power, and accountability in government.

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This is a shortened version of a longer interview - to watch the full interview become a member. Stephen LeDrew sits down with former MP Michelle Ferreri for a frank, fast-paced discussion about truth, spin, and the state of Canada. Mark Carney and the Liberal government insist the economy is thriving, but Canadians see skyrocketing costs, shuttered small businesses, and a press gallery that won’t hold power to account. In this deep-dive, Michelle explains how Parliament has become a theatre of scripted lines, why the media has abandoned its watchdog role, and how government handouts and messaging have replaced competent leadership. A sharp, no‑nonsense look at propaganda, debt, and why Canada is drifting toward a crisis of credibility.

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Stephen LeDrew sits down with Brad Harness, leader of the Dominion Party, to discuss the state of Canada’s public broadcaster, the CBC. In this three-minute interview, Harness breaks down the decline in viewership, the impact of woke-driven programming, and why billion-dollar funding should come with performance-based accountability. He shares the Dominion Party’s vision for a CBC that serves all Canadians by focusing on broad-interest programming, national unity, and measurable results.

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