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Do Not Pass Go by Peter Nowak

Do Not Pass Go by Peter Nowak
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Do Not Pass is a weekly podcast and newsletter dedicated to reporting on and exposing corporate concentration and monopoly issues in Canada. Hosted and produced by veteran journalist Peter Nowak, Do Not Pass Go delivers original and truly independent investigative journalism. www.donotpassgo.ca

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Recent Guests

Neil Hartung
Lawyer and director at the Consumers Council of Canada
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Episode: Could Canadians break up Ticketmaster? They're damn well going to try
Ben Waldman
CEO and Product Director of Gander Social
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Episode: This might be the most Canadian social app ever
Serena Whitney
Programming director at Revue Cinema
Revue Cinema
Episode: The Revue Cinema: Lessons in surviving (and thriving) in a monopolized world
Grant Oyston
Chair of the Revue Film Society
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Episode: The Revue Cinema: Lessons in surviving (and thriving) in a monopolized world
Sonia Yakota-William
Director of the network of independent Canadian exhibitors (NICE)
NICE
Episode: The Revue Cinema: Lessons in surviving (and thriving) in a monopolized world
Daniel Stoddard
Head of the Local Business Improvement Area Association
Local Business Improvement Area Association
Episode: The Revue Cinema: Lessons in surviving (and thriving) in a monopolized world
David Neinstein
Former BIA Board Chair and owner of Barque Barbecue Restaurant
Barque Barbecue
Episode: The Revue Cinema: Lessons in surviving (and thriving) in a monopolized world
Matthew Chiasson
Senior Policy Advisor at the Competition Bureau of Canada
Competition Bureau of Canada
Episode: Red tape: Or how I learned to stop worrying and love deregulation
Matt Stoller
Research director of the American Economic Liberties Project and host of Organized Money
American Economic Liberties Project
Episode: Blame America: Is Canada using Trump as an excuse to avoid acting on oligopolies?

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Peter Nowak
Veteran journalist and independent investigative reporter, focused on corporate concentration issues.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Fantastic show!

    I really enjoy learning from Peter’s guests as they are clearly well-qualified experts in their fields. This is such a great show as it reveals just how much we need to change the operating system of our economy!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Pavan Sodhan
    Canada2 months ago

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The podcast stands out for its critical examination of economic injustices and corporate monopolies in Canada.
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Listeners enjoy the investigative journalism approach, which highlights pressing issues in the economy.

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This might be the most Canadian social app ever
Q: How are you going to avoid importing the worst aspects of existing social media?
Gander will primarily be 18 and up, have verification processes in place to minimize bots, and will focus on user control over the algorithm.
This might be the most Canadian social app ever
Q: Why start another social media app in this day and age?
Ben Waldman expresses frustration with current social media's manipulation and division, leading to the desire for a different approach with Gander.
Red tape: Or how I learned to stop worrying and love deregulation
Q: Why is deregulation important for small businesses?
Deregulation can remove unnecessary burdens that disproportionately affect small businesses, thus enabling them to compete effectively.
Rise of the mavericks: Outsiders are making waves in U.S. politics, but what about Canada?
Q: What are your thoughts on what's next?
I'm definitely interested in running again for the Ontario Liberal leadership, as those reasons are even stronger now.
Rise of the mavericks: Outsiders are making waves in U.S. politics, but what about Canada?
Q: Are you comfortable with this idea that you're the maverick or does that rankle?
I'm comfortable with it. I think far from being alone in my views on any number of things, though.

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Focused on corporate concentration and monopolistic practices in Canada, this podcast engages listeners in meaningful discussions around issues affecting consumers and small businesses. Episodes feature expert guests from various sectors such as technology, film, and advocacy, offering insights into how these issues permeate the economy and society at large. Unique in its commitment to independent journalism, it's likely to attract listeners who are highly invested in consumer rights, political accountability, and community engagement, reflecting a blend of economic critique and activism. The conversations delve into local case studies and individual stories that highlight broader systemic concerns and aim to foster a more equitable economi... more

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