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Left Turn, Canada

Left Turn, Canada

Andy Borkowski & Christo Aivalis

A new Canadian Politics podcast hosted by Christo Aivalis and Andy Borkowski. This weekly show aims to bring a left perspective to Canadian politics, media, economics, and culture that is far too lacking within mainstream print, audio, and visual media. Christo and Andy bring years of experience in both traditional and new media. Combining these experiences, along with a shared disdain with Canada’s capitalist status quo, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone who wants a Canada based on justice and dignity for all. Andy Borkowski is the Host of Video Game Sophistry, a video game commentary channel with over 250,000 subscribers. He has also worked as a news anchor and reporter at some of Canada’s largest and most popular AM Radio stations for 10 years. Christo Aivalis hosts his own show on YouTube, and is a frequent contributor to sources like Canadian Dimension, Passage, Maclean’s, Washington Post, Globe and Mail, and many others. He holds a PhD in History from Queen’s University, and has been doing political commentary for nearly a decade. Contact us at [email protected]
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Left Turn, Canada episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Left Turn, Canada for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Left Turn, Canada episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Today we talk about how the CTV screwed Lisa LaFlamme and treated her very differently than past male colleagues. We also discuss the role of national media and the need for a national anchor.

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Today we talk with Dmitri Lascaris about the failures of the Green Party of Canada, and how to build an ecosocialist Canada stronger than the Greens or NDP on the issue.

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Left Turn, Canada - Canada Wants to Fight Climate Change With a Pipeline
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08/13/21 • 70 min

This week we talk about the IPCC report and how Justin Trudeau and Jason Kenney failed to respond appropriately. We discuss why the election wasn't called this week, and what Jagmeet Singh needs to do. We also discuss how Doordash and other apps lie to and exploit their workers

To join our little family go to www.patreon.com/leftturncanada and talk with us on Discord!

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Left Turn, Canada - Ontario Wants a Coalition to STOP Doug Ford
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04/28/22 • 69 min

Christo and Andy discuss the need for a coalition to stop Doug Ford and if that will happen. We also talk about the Ontario NDP platform and what it means for workers, we also answer your questions! Drop a question here or at [email protected]

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Left Turn, Canada - ELECTION FINALE - Why You Should Vote NDP
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09/18/21 • 65 min

We are nearly done folks! Following a month of coverage we wanted to end the election shows answering the questions - why you should vote for the NDP! We also talk about Jagmeet Singh's Unlimited Zeal, Erin O'Toole slipping in the polls, and Justin Trudeau in a position to win a minority.
To join our little family go to www.patreon.com/leftturncanada and talk with us on Discord!

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Andy and Christo talk about the Conservative Party denying climate change, the Liberals doing nothing about climate change, and the NDP needing to do more to fight climate change with socialism.
We also talk about how parties fail young people, the politics of student loans, and the dead end of green capitalism.
Next week - we open our Patreon! Join the Left Turn, Canada family and become a part of the conversation.

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Left Turn, Canada - BC Premier John Horgan Leaves a Disappointing Legacy
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06/29/22 • 62 min

John Horgan is stepping down as BC NDP leader and BC Premier, and we talk about his failures to build a progressive province. We also discuss the leadership race and ensuring safe abortion access in Canada
To join our little community head to https://www.patreon.com/leftturncanada

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Left Turn, Canada - Canada's Justice System is BROKEN!
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06/22/22 • 60 min

Christo and Andy talk about Marco Muzzo's actions costing another life, how Chrystia Freeland may be worse than Justin Trudeau, and how Pierre Poilievre has gone full crazy.
To join our little community head to https://www.patreon.com/leftturncanada

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Left Turn, Canada - ELECTION 2021 Results - Everyone Lost!
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09/22/21 • 67 min

We break down Canadian federal election no one won. We talk about what Jagmeet Singh and the NDP can do better, and what the next minority parliament will look like.
What does this mean for Canada?

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We talk about Pierre Poilievre hanging out with the far right, as well as his chances of winning. We also talk the NDP being attacked over Israel policy, and Marit Stiles entering the Ontario NDP leadership race!

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How many episodes does Left Turn, Canada have?

Left Turn, Canada currently has 82 episodes available.

What topics does Left Turn, Canada cover?

The podcast is about News, Leftist, Canada, Canadian Politics, News Commentary, Podcasts and Politics.

What is the most popular episode on Left Turn, Canada?

The episode title 'Jagmeet Singh Gives Justin Trudeau a FINAL WARNING' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Left Turn, Canada?

The average episode length on Left Turn, Canada is 60 minutes.

How often are episodes of Left Turn, Canada released?

Episodes of Left Turn, Canada are typically released every 7 days, 11 hours.

When was the first episode of Left Turn, Canada?

The first episode of Left Turn, Canada was released on Feb 26, 2021.

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