319 episodes

News, politics, debates and discussions from a centrist perspective. The Perri Platform is Canada’s premier podcast for honest conversations about current events from around the world. Get informed now.

The Perri Platform Marco Perri

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    • 4.5 • 28 Ratings

News, politics, debates and discussions from a centrist perspective. The Perri Platform is Canada’s premier podcast for honest conversations about current events from around the world. Get informed now.

    EP 311: Is Universal Basic Income (UBI) Doomed?

    EP 311: Is Universal Basic Income (UBI) Doomed?

    We explore the latest developments regarding the establishment of a universal basic income (UBI) in Canada. The need for one given technological changes, balanced with the state of our existing federal finances, underpins the conversation.

    • 9 min
    EP 310: The Collapse of Traditional Media

    EP 310: The Collapse of Traditional Media

    Legacy media, including notable giants like the New York Times, CNN, The Washington Post and Canadian counterparts are facing an existential crisis. People have lost both interest and confidence in these channels which has produced an information vacuum. We explain why this was both predictable, and yet, a terrible outcome for us.

    • 9 min
    EP 309: Market Incentives and Our Behaviours

    EP 309: Market Incentives and Our Behaviours

    EP 309: Market Incentives and Our Behaviours by Marco Perri

    • 8 min
    EP 308: Saving Canada's Competitiveness

    EP 308: Saving Canada's Competitiveness

    Reports and studies clearly reveal a decline in living standard, driven by factors such as stagnating productivity, in Canada. Although not a unique phenomenon, creative solutions are required if we want to overcome these modern hurdles. We explore practical solutions that can get the ball rolling.

    • 9 min
    EP 307: Avoiding Mob Fallacies

    EP 307: Avoiding Mob Fallacies

    We explore the relationship between recent unrest (both globally and within our borders) and mob-based fallacies. As Canadians, we need to think clearly. Or, we risk the foundation that allows citizens to progress together.

    • 9 min
    EP 306: The Case For A Fair Canada

    EP 306: The Case For A Fair Canada

    A new study, based primarily on Statistics Canada data, seeks to find out if Canada is a fair country or if we’re plagued by systemic discrimination. We discuss the findings.

    • 9 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
28 Ratings

28 Ratings

Disaster Pete ,

Great way to stay informed

Great explanations of current issues in Canadian politics. Keep them coming!!

Fitzhub ,

A great podcast

Found on reddit, A great and informative podcast. Compleatly worth a listen, 10/10

David Webster 99 ,

Interesting and Honest Canadian Views

Don’t miss this podcast! It provides concise and insightful Canadian political discussion of current events and issues in a useful way. It’s nice to find a voice willing to speak about some of the contentious subject matter in an even-handed way.

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