Canada Re-Imagined
Patrick Esmonde-White
Is Canada one of the best places on earth to live?
Absolutely. But...
Sadly, the entire planet is heading for trouble, and Canada is not immune. Climate change, poverty, tribalism... warning signs are everywhere.
Canada Re-Imagined will look at these and other intractable problems, finding hope and inspiration in unanticipated places.
Futuristic, utopian, factual, heretical, humorous... Canada Re-Imagined.
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Grounded – Untangling the transportation gridlock.
Canada Re-Imagined
07/02/23 • 14 min
All transportation is linked, networked. We know that vehicles in the future will be greener for both cargo and people. But that’s only half the problem. Think, congestion. Now, double the traffic, and double the fun.
Key words: Transportation; air; road; rail; congestion
Grand Strategy
Canada Re-Imagined
10/29/23 • 11 min
Winning a war is not good enough. Winning the peace, after a war, is the key. Military theorists offer a viable strategy.
Key words: International affairs; foreign policy; long term planning
The Last War
Canada Re-Imagined
11/12/23 • 19 min
Canada’s defense is in a shambles, preparing poorly for the last war. This is evident if we examine military spending in terms of risk management.
Key words: Military strategy; defense spending; weapon systems; risk management
Banking on Change
Canada Re-Imagined
09/10/23 • 13 min
The Bank of Canada only has one tool: the sledgehammer of interest rates. You can guess who gets hurt the most when they use it. It’s not the bankers.
Key words: Monetary policy; banks; inflation; interest rates
The Black Hole in the Budget
Canada Re-Imagined
09/17/23 • 12 min
Government budgets, especially federal, are a big con game. They allow money to simply disappear, tax free. But there is hope for change.
Key words: Budgets; tax rates; debt; tax loopholes
The Key to Canadian Wealth – The true North
Canada Re-Imagined
05/07/23 • 6 min
Canada’s north is the key to real wealth. Untold wealth. But to unlock these riches, basic conditions must be met. Mining and all energy must be green. The wealth must be shared with the people of the north. This short podcast defines the challenge.
Key words: natural resources; mining; costs; climate change; green energy; Indigenous
Farm Re-generation
Canada Re-Imagined
07/23/23 • 15 min
“If you eat, thank a farmer!” Yes, farming is a huge part of Canada’s culture, economy, and ecology. But it’s time to take a realistic look at farming in Canada. It’s time to plan a transition to a new model of sustainable and profitable agriculture.
The Hydrogen Economy - Almost right.
Canada Re-Imagined
06/25/23 • 16 min
The hydrogen economy is coming, we are told. Here’s what it will be, what it won’t be, and why Canada has one key part wrong.
Key words: Hydrogen; electricity; greenwashing; infrastructure; transportation
Grand Bargain - Real restitution for Indigenous peoples
Canada Re-Imagined
06/18/23 • 14 min
Resource extraction can only succeed if the people of the land wish it to take place. And even then, only if mining is green. To achieve this, a Grand Bargain is needed that delivers true restitution for Indigenous peoples. Here’s why all Canadians should support an Indigenous Province from Crown Land.
Key words: First Nations; Indigenous; Crown land; restitution; Tecumseh
McLuhan Re-visited
Canada Re-Imagined
09/03/23 • 14 min
Marshall McLuhan once seemed like science fiction. No longer. The war for control over the future of humanity and democracy is well underway.
Key words: Communications; social media; AI; democracy; CBC
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FAQ
How many episodes does Canada Re-Imagined have?
Canada Re-Imagined currently has 33 episodes available.
What topics does Canada Re-Imagined cover?
The podcast is about News, Canada, Democracy, Environment, Climate Change, Podcasts, Indigenous, Green Energy, National Security, Politics and Government.
What is the most popular episode on Canada Re-Imagined?
The episode title 'Grand Bargain - Real restitution for Indigenous peoples' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Canada Re-Imagined?
The average episode length on Canada Re-Imagined is 14 minutes.
How often are episodes of Canada Re-Imagined released?
Episodes of Canada Re-Imagined are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Canada Re-Imagined?
The first episode of Canada Re-Imagined was released on Apr 30, 2023.
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