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TPL Media Podcasts brings you new shows every day, exploring the stories and issues shaping Canada—from politics and the economy to housing, healthcare, energy, immigration, crime and defence. Join Paul Micucci, Mike Wixson, Jim Lang, Liam DeBoer, Shara Micucci and more as they talk with each other and expert guests, bringing fresh perspectives and lively debate to the conversations Canadians are having.

Episodes

  1. 7h ago

    New Garbage Tariff Exposes Ontario’s Waste Crisis

    Visit https://www.tplmedia.ca Trump's 50% garbage tariff could leave Ontario facing a costly waste crisis. Are Canadian taxpayers about to pay for years of poor planning? In this episode, we break down: • **Trump's 50% garbage tariff:** Why Canadian waste shipments to Michigan have become a new flashpoint in the Canada-U.S. trade war. • **Ontario's landfill crisis:** How the province's dependence on American landfills could threaten its ability to manage millions of tonnes of waste. • **The 2034 deadline:** Why Ontario could run out of landfill capacity sooner than expected and why building new facilities takes years. • **The hidden cost to taxpayers:** How rising garbage disposal costs could put additional pressure on municipal budgets, property taxes, and local services. • **Ontario's controversial landfill legislation:** Whether new provincial powers could accelerate landfill construction despite community opposition. • **Landfills vs. incinerators:** Could waste-to-energy technology help Canada solve its growing garbage problem? • **Trump's broader tariff strategy:** Why the hosts question whether Canada is prepared for further trade restrictions. • **Canada's lack of a national waste strategy:** How years of reliance on U.S. disposal facilities have left Ontario vulnerable. Hosts: Mike Wixson, Paul Micucci Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:14 Trump's New Tariffs on Canadian Garbage 05:25 Why Ontario Depends on U.S. Landfills 08:46 Can Canada Build More Waste-to-Energy Facilities? 11:55 The Political and Financial Cost of New Landfills 15:08 How Modern Landfills Work 16:16 Ontario's New Landfill Legislation 19:34 The Hidden Costs for Municipalities and Taxpayers 22:33 Could Toronto Face Higher Garbage Fees? 25:33 Are Canadian Municipalities Facing a Financial Crisis? 28:31 Can Ontario Build Its Way Out? 31:54 Ontario's Landfill Capacity Deadline 33:10 How U.S. Midterm Elections Could Impact Canada 38:46 Why Canada Needs a National Waste Strategy If you enjoyed this, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments. Pillars: Economy #TrumpTariffs #Ontario #CanadaUSRelations #LandfillCrisis #CanadianPolitics Chapters (00:00:05) - Introduction: Ontario's Landfill Tariff Crisis(00:01:09) - Mike Rogers Calls for Trash Truck Tariffs(00:02:28) - Tariff Sleight of Hand: 22 Off, 100 Added(00:04:22) - Ontario Minister Pushes for New Landfills and Incinerators(00:04:57) - Subscribe Reminder(00:05:37) - History of Canadian Landfill Controversies(00:06:46) - Municipal Waste, Sewage Sludge and Clinical Waste Tariffs(00:07:57) - Waste-to-Energy Incineration Explained(00:08:56) - Shipping Costs and Logistics of Garbage Export(00:12:07) - The Landfill Lottery: Winners and Losers(00:13:43) - Modern Landfill Technology and Engineering(00:16:06) - Minister's Bill C140 and Political Doublespeak(00:17:12) - Government Caught Off Guard by Tariff Timing(00:18:32) - Hidden Tariff Agenda and Media Spin(00:19:49) - Property Tax Assessment Gaps and Municipal Fallout(00:22:29) - Rising Costs and Shrinking Municipal Tax Base(00:24:57) - Municipal Amalgamation on the Horizon(00:26:41) - Bill C140's Broader Scope and Highway 69(00:28:19) - Subscribe Reminder (Second)(00:29:11) - Midterms, Michigan Politics, and Future Uncertainty(00:31:00) - Scale of the Garbage Problem Visualized(00:32:13) - Landfill Timeline Shortened by Three Years(00:33:07) - Trump's Political Future and Tariff Leverage(00:35:06) - Trump's Campaign Promises and Economic Claims(00:38:12) - Canada's Interprovincial Garbage Shipping Dynamics(00:40:04) - Need for a National Landfill Strategy(00:41:47) - Closing Thoughts and Sign-off

    New Garbage Tariff Exposes Ontario’s Waste Crisis

  2. 13h ago

    Canada’s Crime Report: OSAP, Home Invasions & Police

    Visit https://www.tplmedia.ca Ontario’s OSAP probe raises questions about who missed the warning signs. A violent Toronto home invasion asks another: how safe are we? In this episode, we break down: • **Ontario’s OSAP investigation:** Allegations of potential student aid misuse, unusual application patterns, recruitment practices, and questions surrounding oversight of private colleges. • **Student loans and government accountability:** How OSAP funding works, concerns about taxpayer exposure, and why several institutions are challenging decisions affecting their eligibility. • **Fort McMurray animal cruelty case:** Nearly 100 dogs recovered from a property and a wider conversation about community awareness and intervention. • **Alberta RCMP standoff:** A dramatic 12-hour confrontation, the use of less-lethal force, and the decision clearing an officer involved in the shooting. • **Halifax police budget:** Why the department's proposal to hold staffing steady is drawing praise amid growing pressure on municipal budgets. • **Surrey police leadership dispute:** A new permanent police chief, political disagreements, and the challenge of keeping policing separate from municipal politics. • **Toronto's Bridle Path home invasion:** A violent attack that left four people injured, questions about a suspect's release from hospital, and growing concerns over home security. • **Self-defence and public safety:** Whether Canadian laws, police powers, and sentencing practices are keeping pace with public concerns about violent crime. Hosts: Mike Wixson, Paul Micucci Timestamps: 00:00 Intro — Canada's weekly crime report and OSAP concerns 03:38 OSAP recruitment practices and suspicious application patterns 07:30 Government-backed student loans and possible financial risks 10:18 OSAP oversight, investigations, and accountability 12:50 Nearly 100 dogs recovered in Fort McMurray 16:05 Alberta RCMP standoff and less-lethal force 19:30 Halifax police propose holding staffing steady 21:45 Surrey police chief appointment sparks political dispute 25:05 Violent Bridle Path home invasion shocks Toronto 29:01 Police powers, home security, and self-defence laws 32:25 Final thoughts on public safety in Canada If you enjoyed this, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments. Pillars: Crime #CanadaCrime #OSAP #TorontoCrime #HomeInvasion #CanadianNews Chapters (00:00:05) - OSAP Fraud Scandal at Private Colleges(00:01:27) - Breaking Down the OSAP Scheme Numbers(00:06:37) - Investigation, Audits, and Legal Fallout(00:07:45) - Immigration, Recruiters, and Missing Money(00:10:09) - 97 Dogs Rescued from Fort McMurray Home(00:11:31) - Neighborhood Wellness Checks and Abandoned Cars(00:13:14) - RCMP Cleared After Grand Prairie Standoff(00:16:44) - Halifax Police Budget Freeze Praised(00:18:56) - Surrey's New Permanent Police Chief Controversy(00:22:17) - Bridle Path Home Invasion Horror(00:23:42) - Suspect at Large and Police Detention Questions(00:26:38) - Home Invasion Trauma and Self-Defense Debate(00:29:30) - Closing Thoughts and Sign-off

    Canada’s Crime Report: OSAP, Home Invasions & Police

  3. 3d ago

    He Quit His Government Job—and Fooled Penn & Teller ft. Wes Barker

    Visit https://www.tplmedia.ca He quit a government job for magic—then fooled Penn & Teller on TV. Wes Barker shares the risk, TV setbacks, viral fame—and a live card trick. In this episode, we break down: • How Canadian magician Wes Barker walked away from a secure government job and pension to pursue an unlikely career in magic. • The unforgettable moment he fooled Penn & Teller on *Fool Us* and why it changed his career forever. • How he built a massive social media following with millions of views across YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. • Why Canada's entertainment industry makes it difficult for homegrown talent to achieve mainstream recognition. • The influence of David Blaine, the secrets behind magic tricks, and why revealing illusions can actually attract more fans. • The disappointment of losing his TruTV series *Big Trick Energy* and how he rebuilt his motivation and creative career. • An incredible live card trick that leaves the host completely stunned. • His book *AbracaDumbass*, featuring behind-the-scenes stories and magic tricks readers can learn. Book talent for your next event here: https://www.mcptalent.com/ Hosts: Rob Pagetto Guests: Wes Barker Timestamps: 00:00 Intro – From government worker to professional magician 03:59 Marriage, social media success, and millions of views 07:02 How Wes Barker fooled Penn & Teller 10:01 Making a living as a Canadian magician 12:19 What's missing from Canada's entertainment industry? 15:02 David Blaine, inspiration, and magic legends 17:00 TV success, career setbacks, and finding happiness 19:36 Wes Barker performs an unbelievable live card trick 23:47 Where to find Wes Barker and his new book If you enjoyed this, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments. Links: Wes Barker: https://stuntmagician.com Wes Barker's Book: https://wesbarker.shop Pillars: Happiness #WesBarker #PennAndTeller #MagicTricks #CanadianTalent #FoolUs Chapters (00:00:00) - Introducing Wes Barker(00:00:35) - From City of Surrey Job to Magic in a Truck(00:01:50) - Quitting the Pension Job to Chase Magic(00:03:28) - Subscribe Reminder(00:03:58) - Wife's Support and Life Together(00:04:51) - Social Media Success and Content Grind(00:05:34) - Exposing Magic Tricks: Good or Bad?(00:06:47) - Fooling Penn and Teller(00:08:55) - Celebrating and Canadian Magician Camaraderie(00:09:48) - Making a Living as a Touring Canadian Magician(00:12:00) - Frustrations with Canada's Lack of Celebrity System(00:13:05) - Using Canadian Status as a Career Advantage(00:14:57) - Magic Heroes: David Blaine, Copperfield, and Style(00:16:43) - Turning 40: Life, Marriage, and Priorities(00:17:29) - TV Show Cancellation and Mental Health Journey(00:19:41) - Second Subscribe Reminder(00:20:18) - Performing a Live Card Trick(00:22:22) - The Magic of Close-Up Card Tricks(00:23:42) - Social Media, Book Abracadumbass, and Closing Plugs

  4. 3d ago

    He Survived Cancer Twice—Then Won Paralympic Gold ft. Andrew Haley

    Visit https://www.tplmedia.ca Cancer struck twice. He lost his leg and faced 35% survival odds. Then Andrew Haley became a Paralympic gold medallist. Here's how he did it. In this episode, we break down: • **Surviving childhood cancer twice:** How Andrew Haley overcame bone and lung cancer, losing his leg at a young age, and defied overwhelming odds. • **From cancer survivor to Paralympic champion:** How discovering swimming transformed Andrew's confidence and led him to represent Canada on the world stage. • **The mindset of a gold medallist:** Why resilience, self-belief, discipline, and consistency matter more than natural talent. • **Winning Paralympic gold in Sydney 2000:** The unforgettable relay race, world record, and teamwork behind one of Andrew's greatest achievements. • **The hidden sacrifices of elite athletes:** The financial challenges, demanding training schedules, and personal decisions behind international sporting success. • **Overcoming fear and self-doubt:** How Andrew learned to reject labels, embrace his disability, and pursue goals others thought were impossible. • **Finding your own gold medal moment:** Andrew's lessons on leadership, mental toughness, personal growth, and achieving your full potential at any age. Book talent for your next event here: https://www.mcptalent.com/ Hosts: Mike Wixson Guests: Andrew Haley Timestamps: 00:00 Intro – Meet Paralympic champion Andrew Haley 03:20 Surviving cancer twice and life after losing a leg 06:30 Discovering swimming and rebuilding confidence 09:50 The discipline and mindset of a champion 13:20 Overcoming doubt and pursuing Paralympic dreams 16:30 The financial struggles behind elite sports 19:50 Why effort matters more than the outcome 23:00 Barcelona 1992: The bronze medal that changed everything 26:30 Breaking labels and redefining disability 29:30 Relationships, sacrifices, and life beyond swimming 33:20 From Paralympic medals to world records 36:40 The powerful advice Andrew would give his younger self If you enjoyed this, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments. Pillars: Happiness #AndrewHaley #Paralympics #CancerSurvivor #Resilience #ParalympicGold Chapters (00:00:05) - Introducing Andrew Haley, Paralympic Champion(00:01:03) - Childhood Cancer Diagnosis and Losing His Leg(00:03:12) - Choosing Resilience Over Self-Pity(00:05:46) - Finding Swimming and Early Challenges(00:06:44) - Subscribe Reminder(00:07:36) - Joining Competitive Swimming and Believing in Himself(00:10:08) - Discipline, Structure, and Sacrifice in Training(00:13:00) - Doubters and Finding Inner Belief(00:14:47) - Funding Struggles for Paralympic Athletes(00:16:30) - Stepping Away from Competitive Swimming(00:17:36) - Showing the Gold Medal and Its Meaning(00:19:10) - Lifelong Growth and Controlling the Process(00:22:51) - The 1992 Bronze Medal Race Story(00:26:00) - Subscribe Reminder(00:26:28) - Redefining Identity Beyond Disability(00:29:19) - Dating, Balance, and Normalcy(00:31:08) - Changing Perceptions of Disability Over Time(00:32:58) - Speaking Career and Connecting with Audiences(00:33:55) - From Bronze to Gold to World Record(00:36:57) - Final Reflections and Message to Young Andrew

  5. 3d ago

    Creatine: What Doctors and Influencers Get Wrong ft. Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky

    Are creatine gummies a scam—and is your daily dose wrong? Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky explains brain benefits, kidney myths and what actually works. Use our promo code TPLMEDIA20 and receive 20% off as well as free shipping across the StayAbove Nutrition site. **Product Links:** Creatine 1 : https://stayabovenutrition.ca/products/creatine-1/ Muscle 5 : https://stayabovenutrition.ca/products/muscle-5/ In this episode, we break down: • **Creatine benefits explained:** How creatine supports muscle strength, exercise performance and healthy aging. • **Creatine for women and menopause:** The potential benefits for muscle mass, bone health and age-related physical decline. • **How much creatine should you take?** Why Dr. Tarnopolsky recommends 3–5 grams daily and questions the need for high-dose supplementation. • **Creatine and brain health:** What the research suggests about cognitive function, sleep deprivation and long-term neurological health. • **Is creatine bad for your kidneys?** The difference between creatine and creatinine, and why kidney blood tests can be misunderstood. • **Creatine monohydrate vs. other forms:** Why the most researched and affordable option may also be the best. • **The truth about creatine gummies and liquids:** Concerns about supplement quality, misleading labels and products that may not contain what they advertise. • **Canada's supplement industry:** Dr. Tarnopolsky's concerns about product testing, Health Canada oversight and supplement marketing. • **Creatine and longevity:** How consistent supplementation and exercise may help maintain strength and function as we age. Hosts: Paul Micucci, Shara Micucci Guests: Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:50 What Is Creatine and How Does It Work? 04:47 Creatine Research: Muscle Strength and Aging 07:10 Creatine for Women, Menopause and Bone Health 10:26 How Much Creatine Should You Take Daily? 13:23 Creatine, Brain Health and Sleep Deprivation 15:35 Is Creatine Bad for Your Kidneys? 19:06 Creatine Monohydrate vs. Other Forms 21:45 The Problem With Creatine Gummies and Liquids 24:25 Supplements, Longevity and Healthy Aging 27:02 Supplement Fraud and Canada's Regulatory System 29:28 Final Thoughts If you enjoyed this, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments. Visit https://www.tplmedia.ca Pillars: Health #Creatine #CreatineMonohydrate #BrainHealth #HealthyAging #Supplements Chapters (00:00:05) - Introduction and personal creatine journeys(00:01:22) - What is creatine and history of research(00:04:30) - Early research: muscle disease and aging studies(00:06:18) - Subscribe reminder(00:07:11) - Creatine in women, menopause, and bone health(00:10:30) - Proper dosing: loading vs daily maintenance(00:12:47) - Sleep deprivation, brain loading, and cognitive benefits(00:15:37) - Kidney myths and creatinine confusion(00:19:14) - Creatine forms: monohydrate vs other salts and scams(00:24:03) - Subscribe reminder(00:24:28) - Future topics, company background, and industry fraud(00:28:25) - Closing remarks and thanks

  6. Oct 29

    Did the Bank of Canada Just Make a Costly Mistake? ft. Moshe Lander

    Visit https://www.tplmedia.ca Canada raised interest rates again. Is the Bank of Canada making a costly mistake? Economist Moshe Lander explains who could pay the price. In this episode, we break down: • Why the Bank of Canada's 0.25 percentage point interest rate hike has economists questioning the decision • Whether raising interest rates can actually fight inflation driven by oil prices, global conflicts, and tariffs • How higher borrowing costs could impact Canadian mortgages, car loans, household debt, and the cost of living • Why a stronger Canadian dollar could hurt exports while making imports cheaper • The potential consequences for Canadian businesses, investment, productivity, and employment • How rising interest rates could increase Canada's government debt servicing costs • Whether the Bank of Canada and Mark Carney's government are working against each other's economic priorities • How the U.S. midterm elections could reshape tariffs, trade negotiations, and Canada's economic outlook • Whether Canadians should prepare for another interest rate hike in December or possible relief in 2027 Hosts: Mike Wixson Guests: Moshe Lander Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:09 Why the Bank of Canada's rate hike is controversial 05:00 How inflation expectations shape interest rate decisions 07:20 The Canadian dollar, exports, and inflation 10:50 How higher rates hurt Canadians and businesses 13:04 Corporate taxes, government debt, and economic growth 16:58 Is Canadian economic policy working against itself? 19:02 How banks and mortgage holders could respond 21:11 Will interest rates rise again in December? 23:14 Why the Bank of Canada may have acted too soon If you enjoyed this, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments. Visit https://www.tplmedia.ca Pillars: Economy #BankOfCanada #InterestRates #CanadaEconomy #Inflation #MosheLander Chapters (00:00:00) - Interest Rate Hike Announcement Reaction(00:01:24) - Supply-Side vs Demand-Side Inflation Causes(00:02:37) - US Midterms and Geopolitical Factors(00:04:01) - How the Bank of Canada Decides on Rates(00:05:55) - Impact on Alberta and Political Optics(00:07:22) - Canadian Dollar, Exports and Imports(00:09:59) - Effects on Consumers, Debt and Business Investment(00:12:49) - Corporate Taxes and Government Debt Costs(00:15:48) - Productivity, Tax Incentives and Policy Coordination(00:17:00) - Bank of Canada's Role and Government Coordination(00:18:15) - How Banks and Borrowers Respond to Rate Hikes(00:20:34) - Looking Ahead: Future Rate Decisions

  7. Oct 28

    Why Your Vote Matters More Than You Think in Canada

    Only 1 in 3 Ontarians voted in the 2022 municipal elections. Who's really deciding your city's future? Low turnout gives organized voting blocs more power. In this episode, we break down: • Why voter turnout in Canadian municipal elections is so low, particularly in Ontario. • The surprising voting numbers in Toronto, Mississauga, Ottawa, Oshawa, and other Ontario cities. • How low voter turnout gives small, organized groups greater influence over election outcomes. • Why municipal elections matter more than many Canadians realize, from property taxes and public services to local infrastructure. • How voting holds mayors, councillors, and political leaders accountable for their decisions. • Why protecting voting rights and democratic participation matters for Canada's future. • Whether online voting and modernized election systems could increase voter participation. • How skipping an election can influence your community's political direction for years. Hosts: Mike Wixson, Paul Micucci Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 03:45 Why Canadians Overlook Municipal Elections 06:10 Ontario's Shocking Voter Turnout Numbers 09:35 How Voting Holds Politicians Accountable 12:55 Why Voting Rights Must Be Protected 16:15 Remembrance Day and the Cost of Democracy 19:15 Trust in Canada's Electoral System 22:00 How Local Politics Affects Your Everyday Life 25:00 Property Taxes, Budgets, and Public Services 27:35 Is It Time to Modernize Canadian Elections? 30:05 How Low Turnout Shapes Political Power for Years If you enjoyed this, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments. Pillars: Politics #CanadianPolitics #MunicipalElections #VoterTurnout #OntarioElections #TPLMedia Chapters (00:00:00) - Low Voter Turnout Across Ontario and Manitoba(00:04:16) - Every Vote Matters: City Turnout Stats(00:09:34) - Holding Leaders Accountable(00:10:53) - Democracy, Participation, and Power Concentration(00:12:56) - Rights Aren't Guaranteed: Immigrant Perspectives(00:16:17) - Remembrance Day and the Value of Democracy(00:17:36) - Why Some New Canadians Don't Vote(00:19:10) - Election Integrity: Canada vs Other Countries(00:21:02) - How Policies Shape Your Everyday Life(00:23:43) - Government Budgets and Accountability(00:25:19) - Modernizing Voting: Online Voting Discussion(00:26:46) - Voting Strengthens Community Influence(00:30:15) - Long-Term Impact of Low Turnout and Incumbency(00:31:56) - Closing Thoughts Before Election Results

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TPL Media Podcasts brings you new shows every day, exploring the stories and issues shaping Canada—from politics and the economy to housing, healthcare, energy, immigration, crime and defence. Join Paul Micucci, Mike Wixson, Jim Lang, Liam DeBoer, Shara Micucci and more as they talk with each other and expert guests, bringing fresh perspectives and lively debate to the conversations Canadians are having.

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