Don't Drink This Podcast

Don't Drink This Podcast

A Canadian perspective on a very loud world. Hosted by two guys who pay attention, this podcast unpacks global politics, power shifts, and international stories that affect Canadians, when no one is saying the quiet parts out loud. Between geopolitical breakdowns, we get into the stuff people avoid saying out loud: marriage, whether kids are actually optional, food culture, and habits we think are quietly making life worse. Not experts. Not trying to be liked. Just Canadians talking honestly about the world and how to live in it.

  1. Jun 1

    EPISODE 16: DATA SOVEREIGNTY: THE "QUIET PART" REVEALED

    Canada’s privacy landscape is shifting as Bill C-22 threatens to mandate metadata retention, while the government doubles down on US-based data partnerships with Palantir. Join us as we unpack whether we’re trading our digital sovereignty for a false sense of security. We’re also breaking down the "Carney Pivot"—from the Prime Minister’s controversial NYC investment pitch to the major cabinet shift as Steven Guilbeault departs. Is this the pragmatic evolution Canada needs, or a total abandonment of core values? A Canadian perspective on a very loud world. Hosted by two guys who pay attention, we unackp global politics, power shifts, and the stories affecting Canadians that no one is saying out loud. Special thanks to our sponsors: Kweeve. Technology that serves. www.kweeve.com

    1h 18m

  2. May 25

    EPISODE 15: ALBERTA UNCOUPLED, CANADA UNENCRYPTED

    Canada at a Breaking Point: Federal Overreach vs. Provincial Revolt Is Canada’s federal structure fundamentally breaking down? In this episode, we expose the dual crises threatening the federation from the inside out: Ottawa’s aggressive push for digital surveillance, and the West’s historic pushback. First, we break down the hidden dangers of Bill C-22. From secret Ministerial Orders to mandated encryption backdoors, we explain why tech giants like Apple and Signal are threatening to leave Canada entirely rather than compromise your privacy. We look at the technical reality of why "safe backdoors" don't exist, and how the federal government is misdiagnosing its own judicial bottlenecks at the expense of your cyber security. Then, we shift our focus out West. With Premier Danielle Smith’s massive announcement of a fall referendum on Alberta's independence, the political landscape has shifted overnight. We dive into the legal workarounds, the "Forever Canada" vs. "Stay Free Alberta" petitions, and what this "referendum on a referendum" actually means for the future of the Confederation. Are we witnessing an inevitable collapse of checks and balances, or is this the catalyst for a total reset of Canadian democracy? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Join us as we move past the noise to discuss the trade friction with the U.S., the ethics of mandatory financial literacy in schools, and the growing national debate on the future of healthcare. Special thanks to our sponsors: Kweeve. Technology that serves. www.kweeve.com

    1h 32m

  3. May 18

    EPISODE 14: THE REALITY OF MAID, AI ETHICS, AND OUR SHIFTING ECONOMY

    Canada is attempting a massive economic pivot with the new $25B "Canada Strong" fund, but at what cost to our future? We’re breaking down the $15B Honda plant standoff and the real-world impact of AI masking your customer service experience. Join us as we move past the noise to discuss the trade friction with the U.S., the ethics of mandatory financial literacy in schools, and the growing national debate on the future of healthcare. Special thanks to our sponsors: Kweeve. Technology that serves. www.kweeve.com

    1h 33m

  4. Apr 20

    EPISODE 13: THE CARNEY CORONATION & THE GREAT AMERICAN DIVORCE

    Mark Carney has officially secured a Liberal majority, but the cost of "unity" might be the death of the Canadian opposition. We’re unpacking the "Canada Strong" pivot and why the Feds are trading Ontario auto jobs for Chinese trade deals. In this episode of Don't Drink This Podcast, we're unpacking: The Technocratic Takeover: How Mark Carney poached his rivals to build a "war-time" majority and what it means for Pierre Poilievre’s future. The Great American Divorce: PM Carney declares U.S. reliance a "strategic weakness"—is Canada ready to stand on its own or just pay more for everything? The EV-Canola Quid Pro Quo: Why Canada is opening the doors to $35,000 Chinese EVs in exchange for agricultural peace. The Affordability Paradox: Why the government is pausing the gas tax while oil companies celebrate $6 billion in "war profits" and Doug Ford buys a private jet. A Canadian perspective on a very loud world. Hosted by two guys who pay attention, we unpack global politics, power shifts, and the stories affecting Canadians that no one is saying out loud. We provide the facts, the context, and the "Continental" perspective on the Great White North. Special thanks to our sponsors: Kweeve. Technology that serves. www.kweeve.com

    1h 19m

  5. Apr 13

    EPISODE 12: CAN A MAJORITY GOVERNMENT BE BUILT WITHOUT AN ELECTION?

    Mark Carney is reshaping the House of Commons through strategic MP defections, while a stalling economy has Canadians looking toward the European Union for a lifeline. We analyze the "Transfer Portal" of Ottawa politics and the data behind Ontario’s widening productivity gap compared to our U.S. neighbors. In this episode of Don't Drink This Podcast, we're unpacking: The Carney Consolidation: Is poaching opposition MPs a legitimate path to a parliamentary majority? The EU Fantasy: Why 1 in 4 Canadians support joining the European Union as trade tensions with the U.S. rise. The Productivity Pit: The hard numbers on why Ontario is becoming the "poor cousin" of the Great Lakes region. Winter Reality Check: Why Chinese EVs are losing 40% of their range in the Canadian cold and what it means for the green transition. A Canadian perspective on a very loud world. Hosted by two guys who pay attention, we unpack global politics, power shifts, and the stories affecting Canadians that no one is saying out loud. Special thanks to our sponsors: Kweeve. Technology that serves. www.kweeve.com

    1h 11m

  6. Apr 6

    EPISODE 11: SMALL LOTS & HIGH-SPEED RAIL: HOW "NATION BUILDING" IS CHANGING YOUR BACKYARD

    Why is Canada risking its border security for Chinese EVs, and will a 2% GST hike be the price of our sovereignty? We're unpacking Mark Carney’s new economic pivot and the $150 billion bill coming for every Canadian. In this episode of Don't Drink This Podcast, we're unpacking: The Great Divorce: Why the U.S. is "banning" Canadian-made EVs and what it means for the Windsor-Detroit border. The Sovereignty Sandwich: How the Feds and Provinces are bypassing cities to force-build housing and high-speed rail. The NATO Bill: The C.D. Howe report suggesting a GST hike to pay for $150 billion in defense spending. Cultural Crosshairs: From a Canadian heading to the Moon to a CEO losing his job over a language crisis. A Canadian perspective on a very loud world. Hosted by two guys who pay attention, we unpack global politics, power shifts, and the stories affecting Canadians that no one is saying out loud. Special thanks to our sponsors: Kweeve. Technology that serves. www.kweeve.com

    1h 21m

  7. Mar 30

    EPISODE 10: RARE EARTHS, AND THE $60B NATO TARGET: CANADA’S NEW INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX

    Canada just hit its 2% NATO target with a $60B defense pivot, but the "Fortress Canada" strategy hides a $90B oil windfall and a massive breakdown at the border. From Mark Carney’s industrial shift to the retroactive cancellation of 29,000 asylum claims, we're unpacking the new reality of Canadian sovereignty. In this episode of Don't Drink This Podcast, we're unpacking: The War Chest: How PM Mark Carney is using a $60B defense budget to reshape the Canadian economy. The Border Breakdown: The Auditor General’s report on 153,000 flagged student visas and the new law deleting 29,000 asylum applications. The NDP Shift: Avi Lewis takes the helm—can a "Green New Deal" platform survive a fight with Western Canada? The GTA Rescue: Are the new condo "bailouts" for people or for developers? A Canadian perspective on a very loud world. Hosted by two guys who pay attention, we unpack global politics, power shifts, and the stories affecting Canadians that no one is saying out loud. Special thanks to our sponsors: Kweeve. Technology that serves. www.kweeve.com

    1h 25m

  8. Mar 23

    EPISODE 9: MANUFACTURED MAJORITY AND LEACHING LEVERAGE

    This week in Canadian politics: We dive into Prime Minister Mark Carney's controversial "manufactured" majority and the fate of 24 Sussex Drive. We examine Alberta's massive $100 billion AI data center strategy (attracting Meta) and Ontario's plan to waive HST on new homes. On the global stage, we discuss how surging oil prices are boosting Canada’s CUSMA trade leverage and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s plan for U.S. tariff-free auto access. Finally, we cover major legislative battles: the Supreme Court hearing on the Emergencies Act appeal and the 2020 firearms ban, plus Alberta's new bill restricting MAID access.

    1h 22m
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A Canadian perspective on a very loud world. Hosted by two guys who pay attention, this podcast unpacks global politics, power shifts, and international stories that affect Canadians, when no one is saying the quiet parts out loud. Between geopolitical breakdowns, we get into the stuff people avoid saying out loud: marriage, whether kids are actually optional, food culture, and habits we think are quietly making life worse. Not experts. Not trying to be liked. Just Canadians talking honestly about the world and how to live in it.

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