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The OShow with Laura Babcock
The OShow is Canada's Pro-Democracy Podcast 🇨🇦. Airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. An independent podcast, the best way to support our work is by subscribing. Host Laura Babcock is a powerhouse known for asking tough questions and speaking her mind without fear or favour. A former journalist, PR veteran, and international pundit, Laura goes there. Join the conversation with Laura and her guests, including politicians, newsmakers, and activists. "When you care about current affairs, it's on…
Episodes
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
Bonnie Critchley on Election Results, Poilievre's Populism, Alberta Separation and Future
Fresh off her courageous campaign to hold Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre accountable, Bonnie Critchley stands firm, challenging him to truly…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
SCANDAL PANEL: Wild Fire Idiots, Trump Putin Summit, Battle Bonnie vs Pierre, Ford's BS 🇨🇦
Get ready to dive into a heated discussion as the Boys of Summer return to tackle the pressing issues in Canadian politics! This week, The Scandal…
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How has Carney done in 100 Days? Is Ford's Tunnel Fantasy or Grift? Is US Democracy over?
As Prime Minister Mark Carney reaches the pivotal milestone of 100 days in office, we find ourselves at a crucial crossroads. With President Trump spiralling…
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SCANDAL PANEL: Can Carney Fight New Tariffs? Did Bonnie Expose Pierre? Is MAGA Panicking? 🇨🇦
In light of the steep new Trump Tariffs imposed on Canada, all eyes are on Prime Minister Mark Carney to determine how he will navigate this critical juncture…
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Has Pierre's Time Passed? Will Bonnie Win By-Election? Is Canada a Sexy Trade Partner? 🇨🇦
As the August US-Canada trade deadline looms, it's clear that the stakes have never been higher. While Carney is proactively securing new international trade…
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Can Bonnie Critchley Beat Pierre Poilievre in Battleriver-Crowfoot By-Election Aug 18? 🇨🇦
The stakes have never been higher for the people of Battleriver-Crowfoot and for the future of Canadian politics. With an August 18 by-election looming in…
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Will New Gander Social Media Site Help Unify Canada and Reduce Impact of MAGA Propaganda?
As we face the looming threat of new 35% tariffs from Trump on Canada, coupled with the influence of MAGA propaganda and foreign actors trying to disrupt our…
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SCANDAL PANEL Is Smith Outsmarted? Poilievre in Trouble? Ford like Trump? This a New Canada?🇨🇦
This July 4th, as we reflect on our pride from an electrifying Canada Day 🇨🇦, we must confront the urgent challenges looming over us. The destabilizing…
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CANADA DAY 🇨🇦 Resistance Leader Charlie Angus on Trump's New Threat, Alberta MAGA & Carney
This Canada Day, we find ourselves in a precarious position. With Trump threatening to cut off dialogue with Canada and impose new tariffs, Homeland Secretary…
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Is Ford Our Trump? Is Carney on Right Track? How do we Fight Fascist MAGA in Canada? 🇨🇦
In the face of escalating fascist ICE raids targeting both legal and illegal immigrants in America, the Squatter of Stornaway Poilievre's MAGA party stoking…
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SCANDAL PANEL: Will Carney Wow World in G7? No Kings in America? Is Ford Caught on Greenbelt?
As Prime Minister Mark Carney gathers world leaders at the G7 amidst escalating global tensions, we stand at a critical juncture. A new conflict in the Middle…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: TrumpvElon? Is Poilievre Toast? Will Alberta leave? Can Carney Ace G7? Is Ford a Coward?
This week, world politics is nothing short of a gripping drama, and it’s unfolding right before our eyes. A billionaire feud between President Trump and Elon…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: Former Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne Answers 'Why is Ford's Bill 5 so BAD for Canada?'
We are at a critical juncture in Canada as Premier Doug Ford's 'Big Bad Bill 5' threatens to undermine our democratic values and rights. This legislation…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK : David Moscrop on King, Throne Speech, Carney's Agenda, US Ambassador and Alberta Separation
Following the historic throne speech, in which King Charles outlined Prime Minister Mark Carney's ambitious vision for making Canada the leading economy in the…
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THE OSHOW: Resistance Leader Charlie Angus answers "How Can Canadians Fight Trump's MAGA Threat?" 🇨🇦
When President Trump recently advised Prime Minister Mark Carney to "never say never" about potentially annexing Canada, it marked a concerning doubling down…
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THE OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL: All the latest on Carney, Poilievre, Smith, Ford and Canada's Fight Against Trump
This Victoria Day Long Weekend, while we celebrate with friends and family, is crucial for us to reflect on the tremendous changes happening in our political…
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THE SHOW: Did Carney Best Trump? Is Poilievre Pathetic? Are Ford and Smith MAGA? Will Alberta Leave?
After a week filled with intense conflict among Conservatives and high-stakes diplomacy, with Prime Minister Carney making a crucial visit to President Trump…
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THE OSHOW: How did Fanjoy beat Poilievre in Carleton? What advice does he have for by-elections? 🇨🇦
In a stunning turn of events, MP-Elect Bruce Fanjoy defeated long-time Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre in the riding of Carleton in this historic…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL: Is Poilievre Done? Can Carney Create a Majority to Stop Trump? Will Alberta Seperate?
The results from the most consequential election in Canada's history are in, revealing a political landscape fraught with uncertainty and potential upheaval…
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OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL: Will SHOCKING Trump News and Poilievre's MAGA Policies Create a Carney Victory?
In the wake of shocking developments—Trump's MAGA regime arresting a sitting judge and Poilievre intensifying his MAGA rhetoric surrounding woke policies and…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW: Can Bruce Fanjoy Take Poilievre's Seat in Carleton? Do Canadians Want Positive Change? 🇨🇦
In the most consequential election in Canadian history, with our very sovereignty under threat from President Trump's MAGA regime, one individual—a dedicated…
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THE OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL: Did Carney Win the Debates? Is Danielle Smith hurting Poilievre in Alberta? Will voters reject Trump's MAGA movement in Canada?
The stakes have never been higher in a Canadian election, and we can’t afford to sit on the sidelines. The OShow Scandal Panel is urging you to VOTE NOW in the…
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THE OSHOW: Did Poilievre lie about his crowd size? Are we petrified of him? Is Carney Crush coming?
🇨🇦 Don't miss out on the latest revelations about Pierre Poilievre as his campaign for Prime Minister of Canada continues to plummet! Recent reports reveal…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL: Is PM Mark Carney Leading Global Response to Trump's Tariffs? Can Poilievre Pivot?
While Canada's economy faces the repercussions of Trump's chaotic tariffs, Prime Minister Mark Carney's expertise in economics and relationships with foreign…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW: How to push back on MAGA? Why is Poilievre talking biological clocks? Should CTV reinstate Rachel Gilmore?
We find ourselves at a critical juncture in the second week of the Canadian election. With Prime Minister Mark Carney navigating complex Trump tariff…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE THE OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL: Did Carney Work Trump? Is Poilievre Done? Will Danielle Smith Split Canada?
This was an epic week of Canadian 🇨🇦 political intrigue and drama, with Canada's economy and sovereignty under increased threat, including new auto tariffs…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: Elizabeth May on Election, Trump, Poilievre, Tariffs, Climate, Media and Rosemary Barton
In this compelling episode, Elizabeth May, Co-Leader of the Green Party of Canada, lays bare her unfiltered views on critical issues affecting our country…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: Can Canada's New Prime Minister Mark Carney Stop Trump Threats and Poilievre? ELBOWS UP
At this historic moment when Canada's economy and sovereignty are being threatened by America's President Trump, Douglas Conners and Laura Babcock discuss if…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL:THE OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL: Trump Threat Rises, Poilievre Polls Plummet, Ford Fails on Strong Mandate
Canada is at a crossroads. With Trump's shocking treatment of Ukrainian President Zelensky in the Oval Office and escalating tariff threats against Canada, the…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: BONNIE CROMBIE LEADER OF ONTARIO LIBERALS ON HER FIGHT TO BEAT FORD IN FEB 27 ELECTION
With high stakes in the Ontario Election on February 27, Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie joins host Laura Babcock for an in-depth conversation about her strategy…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: Is a Vote for Poilievre or Ford a Vote for Trump? And how do we stop MAGA in Canada?! 🇨🇦
In this wide-ranging and humorous episode (because if you don't laugh, you cry) Douglas Conners from the True North Eager Beaver Podcast joins host Laura…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK SCANDAL PANEL
According to stunning new polls, if Mark Carney were on the ballot, he could make Pierre Poilievre's long lead irrelevant and give the Liberals a majority in…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: How to Stop Ford, Poilievre and other Maple MAGA Politicians who Support Trump
Protecting Canada from Trump's MAGA and Canadian politicians like Doug Ford and Pierre Poilievre, who are aligned with the Trump regime, is paramount. Order of…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: GET IN THE FIGHT AGAINST TRUMP'S TARIFF WAR 🇨🇦
With Trump's punitive tariffs and threats to our sovereignty, now is the time to get in the fight! MP Charlie Angus and Host Laura Babcock discuss all the…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL: Is Poilievre Panicking? Will Ford Pay a Price for his Cynical Snap Election?
The Canadian political landscape is undergoing significant changes. The looming threat of Trump tariffs poses a risk to our economy, while Mark Carney is…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: Chaotic Week in Canadian Politics
New polling shows the Poilievre Conservatives dropping quickly. Ontario Premier Ford is trying to leverage his popular new role as Captain Canada to secure…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL: Can Carney Unite Canada? Is Poilievre in Trouble? Will Ford Call Election?
In light of the threats to the Canadian economy and sovereignty posed by the incoming Trump administration, Canada must have strong leadership. Can Mark…
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THE OSHOW: Elizabeth May on Trump's Threats to Canada and Why Poilievre Needs to Get Security Clearance
Outspoken Canadian Politician and Leader of the Green Party Elizabeth May gives a no-holds-barred assessment of Trump's threats to Canada and Greenland's…
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THE OSHOW: Poilievre's American Audition Extravaganza of BS
On the first episode of 2025, Laura Babcock and True North Eager Beaver Co-Host Douglas Conners analyze want-to-be PM Pierre Poilievre's confusing sit-down…
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THE OSHOW: MP Charlie Angus on What the Hell is Happening with Trudeau and Trump
With the Trudeau government facing an unprecedented crisis following Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's sudden resignation and President-Elect Trump…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: ANALYZING TRUMP'S THREATS TO CANADA WITH 15 YEAR OLD JOURNALIST WYATT SHARPE
Trump's tariff threats and calling Prime Minister Justin Trudeau the Governor of the Great State of Canada have many worldwide wondering if this signals a…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
OSHOW FORMER PREMIER KATHLEEN WYNNE ON BILLION DOLLAR BOMBSHELL FORD AG REPORT
Former Premier Kathleen Wynne reacts to a scathing new Auditor General's report detailing the Ford Government's corrupted processes, billions in wasted tax…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: HAS HAMILTON LOST HOPE? GRAHAM CRAWFORD ON MAYOR HORWATH'S COLLAPSING LEADERSHIP
Historic buildings collapsing from neglect, a homeless crisis worsening, a housing secretariate clapping for their reports and a Mayor's task force on…
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THE OSHOW WITH CHARLIE ANGUS: 'TIME OF MONSTERS' TRUMP ELECTION IMPACT ON CANADA
In this critical conversation, outspoken Member of Parliament Charlie Angus joins host Laura Babcock to sound the alarm about the repercussions of Trump's…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL: FORD AND POILIEVRE'S SCARY PRIORITIES
On this Halloween Scandal Panel, Keith Leslie and Mark Cripps decry the scary state of Ford's economy, including the $200 voter 'bribe' and Ontario Fall…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK - MATTHEW DOWD ON RISK OF TRUMP'S FACISM TO WORLD
Don't miss out on this insightful and thought-provoking discussion featuring American Political Strategist Matthew Dowd and host Laura Babcock. They delve into…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: NDP LEADER MARIT STILES ON HER ELECTION STRATEGY TO DEFEAT FORD
In her much-anticipated return to The OShow, Marit Stiles, Leader of the Ontario NDP and Official Opposition to the Ford PC government, candidly sheds light on…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL: FORD PUNCHES DOWN ON THE POOR TO DISTRACT FROM HIS MANY FAILURES
In Ford's most disgusting and weakest move ever, the Premier told people suffering from his failed and cruel policies to get off their "ass" and get a job…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: GUY FELICELLA ON FORD STIGMATIZING UNHOUSED PEOPLE
Guy Felicella, Harm Reduction and Recovery Expert, responds to Premier Ford's stigmatizing people living in homelessness and his decision to close life-saving…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: Harmful conspiracies spreading and winter coming - how do we help homeless neighbours?
Amid harmful conspiracies about people being bussed into cities and politicians disagreeing on how to address the homelessness crisis, we spoke with Councillor…
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THE OSHOW SCANDAL PANEL: CAN FORD BE STOPPED?
How do we stop Ford's populist government from gaining another majority despite its alarming actions, such as closing safe consumption sites, laughing at MRI…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: UNIMAGINABLE CHALLENGES FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES IN FORD'S ONTARIO
Living on $15,000 a year on ODSP, people are unable to afford food and rent, which can lead to homelessness. They also face issues like being charged new bus…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: WHY IS ANDREA HORWATH FAILING AS MAYOR?
For some reason, NDP leader Andrea Horwath attacked the Liberals in the last election, helping Doug Ford's PCs secure another majority. She then ran for Mayor…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: FORD LAUGHS AT SUFFERING OF PEOPLE OF ONTARIO
What kind of Premier laughs at people waiting for life-saving MRIs and says they should go to a veterinarian instead? Promotes hot dog festivals when 3 in 200…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK KOJO DAMPTEY ON RISE OF HATE IN CANADA AND RACISM IN POLICING
Kojo Damptey of McMaster University is back on The OShow to warn about a cross-Canada tour coming to Hamilton and why Canadians everywhere should learn more…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK IN-DEPTH WITH ELIZABETH MAY GREEN PARTY LEADER
In this in-depth and candid OShow appearance, Green Party Leader Elizabeth May gives a behind-the-scenes look into the Foreign Interference Scandal and how MPs…
- The OShow with Laura Babcock
THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK: FORD'S SUMMER OF BBQ, BEER AND BULLSHIT
From a first-ever LCBO strike and cheesy Ford video about an interactive beer map to more attempts to justify closing the Ontario Science Centre, a Spa…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK : HOMELESSNESS IN CANADA
As the homelessness crisis in Canada grows daily, impacting hundreds of thousands of Canadians, including at-risk youth, seniors and refugees, Host Laura…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK FORD CLOSING ONTARIO SCIENCE CENTRE THE LAST STRAW
The bombshell announcement that the Ford government is closing the cherished Ontario Science Centre without notice has unleashed outrage across Ontario at a…
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THE OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK DR VIVIAN ON CANADA'S HORRIFIC LONGTERM CARE CRISIS
When policies are cruel to seniors and lead to their premature deaths just to benefit investors, it is truly horrifying. With Canada facing the "Silver…