Brian Crombie Radio Hour

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A high-profile businessman and political strategist, Brian Crombie brings his straightforward and highly informed perspective to his new show – The Brian Crombie Hour on Sauga 960AM Tuesdays and Thursday evenings at 7 pm. His vast experience working on Federal, Provincial, and Local politics and at the high levels of the business world, Brian gives us a glimpse inside the political war rooms and behind the boardroom doors. A man constantly on the move, Brian easily navigates between issues here in Canada and abroad. While politics and business dominate his time, Brian also explores his other great interest, The Arts. Whether it's politics, business, or the Arts, there will be no shortage of guests for his weekly roundtable. Politics of the day, emerging businesses, Economic issues, or the hottest trends in the Arts- they will be all under Brian’s microscope to get his own political opinions and thoughts. Every hour will end with a robust round table debate with an incredible array of guests from all across the political, business, and arts spectrum.

  1. 17h ago

    Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1644 - Saskatchewan’s Strategic Power and Canada’s Commodity Future

    On this episode of The Brian Crombie Hour, host Brian Crombie is joined by Heather Exner-Pirot of the Macdonald-Laurier Institute for a timely conversation on Saskatchewan’s growing importance in Canada’s economy and its strategic role in the global commodity landscape. While national attention often focuses on Alberta, the discussion highlights why Saskatchewan stands out as one of the most resource-rich and geopolitically significant provinces in the country. With major contributions in energy, agriculture, and critical minerals, Saskatchewan plays a central role in global supply chains at a time of increasing demand for secure food, fuel, and resources. The episode examines the province’s key strengths, including its oil production, world-leading potash reserves, uranium resources, and vast agricultural capacity. Together, these assets position Saskatchewan as a critical driver of both Canadian prosperity and global resource stability. The conversation also explores broader national challenges, including infrastructure constraints, regulatory barriers, rail and port limitations, and labour shortages that continue to impact Canada’s ability to fully realize its export potential. Heather Exner-Pirot introduces the concept of a “Rupture Cycle,” reflecting shifting global instability and the potential emergence of a new commodity supercycle. At the centre of the discussion is a key question: whether Canada can effectively convert its natural advantages into long-term economic success, or whether ongoing execution challenges will continue to limit its potential.

    54 min

  2. 1d ago

    Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1643 - Eurovision, Kindness & Connection: What Still Brings Us Together in a Divided World

    On this episode of The Brian Crombie Hour, host Brian Crombie explores a central question shaping today’s cultural and social landscape: in an increasingly fragmented world, what still brings people together? The show begins with Eurovision expert Dean Vuletic, who breaks down the Eurovision Song Contest as more than just a music competition. He explains how it functions as a powerful blend of culture, politics, and identity—where nations express themselves through performance, voting systems reflect geopolitical realities, and shared continental experiences continue to unite millions across borders. In the second half of the program, Brian is joined by columnist Sheema Khan to discuss kindness, community, and rising social polarization in Canada. The conversation explores the importance of empathy in an era shaped by digital interaction, identity politics, and cultural tension. Khan highlights how kindness—often overlooked in public discourse—remains a foundational force for building stronger, more connected communities. Together, the episode connects music, culture, and social values to a broader reflection on human connection, asking what still holds societies together when division and isolation are on the rise.

    56 min

  3. 2d ago

    Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1642 - Pope Leo XIV, Artificial Intelligence, and the Future of Humanity

    On this episode of The Brian Crombie Hour, host Brian Crombie is joined by Dr. John Cappucci, President and Vice Chancellor of Assumption University, for a timely and wide-ranging conversation on faith, ethics, and the rapid rise of artificial intelligence. The discussion centres on Pope Leo XIV’s landmark encyclical, “Magnifica Humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence,” released on the 135th anniversary of Rerum Novarum — the Church’s historic reflection on labour, industrialization, and human dignity. At the heart of the conversation is a defining question of our time: will AI serve humanity, or will humanity begin serving AI? 🧠 Part 1 — AI, Power, and Human Dignity Dr. Cappucci explores why this encyclical extends far beyond the Catholic Church, touching on global concerns about technology and society. Topics include: ⚠️ The concentration of AI power among a small number of corporations and technologists 🤖 The absence of moral reasoning within AI systems 💼 Job displacement and widening economic inequality ⚔️ The rise of AI-driven warfare and autonomous weapons 🌎 Ethical questions surrounding innovation and environmental impact 📚 The transformation of education and academic integrity in the AI era Rather than rejecting technology, the encyclical calls for balance — insisting that technology must remain subordinate to human dignity, truth, justice, and the common good. ⛪ Part 2 — Community, Communion, and Human Connection The conversation then turns to a broader cultural concern: the erosion of genuine human connection in an increasingly digital world. They explore: 🤝 The decline of face-to-face interaction 📱 Digital isolation and fragmentation 🏛️ The role of community institutions in civic life 🙏 The difference between communion and mere participation 🧠 Why empathy, moral judgment, and presence cannot be replicated by machines As Dr. Cappucci notes, while technology can support human life, it cannot replace it. 🎯 The Bigger Question As artificial intelligence reshapes work, education, media, warfare, relationships, and even identity itself, the episode asks: what moral framework should guide this transformation — and who gets to define it? Because the real risk may not simply be that AI becomes more intelligent, but that humanity becomes less human.

    50 min

  4. 5d ago

    Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1641 - The Performed Man: Responsibility, Identity, and the Hidden Cost of Holding It Together

    On this episode of The Brian Crombie Show, host Brian Crombie speaks with award-winning Canadian author Mike Poliwoda about his new non-fiction book, The Performed Man: When Financial Responsibility Becomes Identity. The conversation explores what happens when responsibility stops being something a person does and instead becomes who they are. Poliwoda examines how many men—and providers more broadly—gradually fuse their identity with provision, stability, emotional composure, endurance, and financial responsibility. Over time, what begins as strength can evolve into emotional armor. The discussion looks at how this “performance of responsibility” can lead to internal disconnection, burnout, irritability, and emotional fatigue, even in those who appear highly functional on the outside. The episode also considers the pressures placed on providers within families and relationships, and the often-unseen emotional cost of sustained responsibility. A key focus is the difference between strength and rigidity, and why emotional presence matters alongside financial provision. In the second half, Poliwoda discusses his book’s central message: not the rejection of responsibility, but the integration of emotional awareness and identity. He outlines a framework for recalibration that includes awareness, balance, and sustainable emotional health while maintaining real-world obligations. The conversation also touches on stoicism, vulnerability, emotional suppression, men’s mental health, and the quiet struggles of high-functioning individuals. Poliwoda describes the book as a practical “field guide” for those who are performing well externally but feeling the internal cost of that performance. Ultimately, the episode asks a larger cultural question: in a world that rewards productivity and resilience, how do people remain connected to themselves—and what is lost when survival is mistaken for living?

    50 min

  5. 6d ago

    Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1640 - Sports, Stadiums & the Power of Community with Aaron Clopton

    On this episode of The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian Crombie is joined by Aaron Clopton, PhD in organizational behavior and sport management, for a thought-provoking conversation about the deeper role of sports in society. While stadiums and arenas are often seen as places of entertainment, this discussion explores a bigger idea: sports are powerful engines of community building, identity, and social cohesion. From packed stadiums to local arenas, sports create something that modern life often lacks — shared experience, belonging, and collective meaning. Together, Brian and Aaron explore how sports function as modern-day “third places,” and why they matter more than ever in an increasingly fragmented world. Key themes include:How sports build identity, trust, and civic prideWhy stadiums can revitalize downtown cores and entire citiesThe concept of “psychic income” and “basking in reflected glory”How sports increase volunteering, engagement, and social trustThe role of shared cultural spaces in strengthening communitiesWhy gathering places are essential for resilient societiesThe historical comparison between modern arenas and the Roman ColosseumAaron explains that people are not simply looking for events — they are looking for connection, shared identity, and a sense of belonging to something larger than themselves.

    12 min

  6. May 27

    Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1639 - Canada Has Everything — So Why Does It Feel Broken?

    On this episode of The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian closes the show with a powerful commentary titled “Canada’s Problem.” Stepping back from the daily headlines, Brian examines a deeper national question: how can a country with so many advantages feel increasingly stuck? Canada possesses extraordinary strengths — vast natural resources, political stability, educated citizens, energy abundance, and strong global credibility. Yet despite those advantages, productivity is stagnating, housing affordability is collapsing, infrastructure projects face endless delays, and public trust in institutions continues to erode. Young Canadians are increasingly questioning whether hard work still leads to stability, home ownership, and upward mobility. Meanwhile, political frustration is growing across the country, including rising separatist sentiment in Alberta and widening regional divisions. In this commentary, Brian explores Canada’s productivity crisis, housing dysfunction, energy paralysis, wealth inequality, and declining confidence in leadership and execution. His conclusion is direct: Canada’s challenge is not a lack of opportunity or potential — it is a failure to execute.

    51 min

  7. May 26

    Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1638 - Canada’s Housing Affordability Crisis with Kari Norman

    Brian Crombie is joined by Kari Norman of Desjardins to examine Canada’s housing affordability crisis. The discussion focuses on rising home prices in major cities such as Toronto and Vancouver, and the growing gap between established asset owners and younger Canadians struggling to enter the market. Topics include development charges, taxation, zoning and land constraints, immigration pressures, limited housing supply, and rising youth unemployment. The conversation highlights concerns that long-term affordability challenges could reshape Canada’s middle class and economic mobility.

    48 min

  8. May 25

    Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1637 - Stéphane Dion on Alberta Separatism & National Unity

    Brian Crombie interviews Stéphane Dion for a wide-ranging conversation on Alberta separatism, national unity, and the future of Canada. Drawing on his experience as the architect of the Clarity Act, Dion explains why Quebec nationalism and Alberta separatism represent fundamentally different political movements, and why separation could carry significant economic, political, and investment risks for Canada. The discussion explores key national issues including pipelines, climate policy, equalization, western alienation, Canada–U.S. relations, and trade diversification in an increasingly uncertain global environment. Dion argues that rising separatist rhetoric may deepen regional divisions and weaken national confidence at a time when Canada faces growing geopolitical and economic pressure. The conversation ultimately raises difficult questions about sovereignty, unity, and whether Canada can maintain cohesion amid rising regional frustration.

    50 min
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A high-profile businessman and political strategist, Brian Crombie brings his straightforward and highly informed perspective to his new show – The Brian Crombie Hour on Sauga 960AM Tuesdays and Thursday evenings at 7 pm. His vast experience working on Federal, Provincial, and Local politics and at the high levels of the business world, Brian gives us a glimpse inside the political war rooms and behind the boardroom doors. A man constantly on the move, Brian easily navigates between issues here in Canada and abroad. While politics and business dominate his time, Brian also explores his other great interest, The Arts. Whether it's politics, business, or the Arts, there will be no shortage of guests for his weekly roundtable. Politics of the day, emerging businesses, Economic issues, or the hottest trends in the Arts- they will be all under Brian’s microscope to get his own political opinions and thoughts. Every hour will end with a robust round table debate with an incredible array of guests from all across the political, business, and arts spectrum.

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  • Creator
    NEWSTALK Sauga 960 AM
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1K
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    Explicit
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