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Leaders on the Frontier

Return to Reason
Canada
United States
Property Rights
Aboriginal Title
Frontier Centre For Public Policy
Immigration
Emergencies Act
British Columbia
Rule Of Law
Economy
Oil and Gas
Natural Resources
Cowichan Decision
Venezuela
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)
Energy
Net Zero
Freedom Of Speech
Floor Crossing
Canadian Constitution Foundation

Since its inception in 1999, the Frontier Centre for Public Policy has been steadfast in its mission to foster Ideas for a Better Tomorrow. Through research, publications, educational events and policy analysis, Frontier has impacted dozens of governments and policy sectors. With Western Canadian roots and a drive to cultivate responsible citizenship, Leaders on the Frontier features discussions o... more

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Latest Episodes

Canadians are paying more taxes than ever… so why does it feel like we're getting less?

Tax expert Kim Moody joins David Leis to explain why families, entrepreneurs, and investors are leaving Canada—and why that's bad news for everyone. When people ... more

The Arctic is becoming one of Canada's greatest economic and strategic opportunities—but also one of its biggest national challenges. As global powers compete for influence in the North, can Canada afford to keep standing still?

Join David Leis live... more

Why are investors avoiding Canada?

Catherine Swift joins David Leis to explain why businesses are leaving, investment is drying up, and jobs are disappearing. She argues the problem is caused by bad government policies.

From taxes and red tape to p... more

It is now impossible for MOST Canadians to buy a home in Canada!

The latest Demographia International Housing Affordability Report presented by Frontier Centre ranks many Canadian cities among the least affordable in the world. For millions of Canad... more

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Wendell Cox
Senior Fellow at Frontier Centre, co-author of the Demographia index
Frontier Centre for Public Policy
Episode: Most Canadians Will NEVER Own a Home, What Happened? | July 9 Live Show
Conrad Black
Historian, author of strategic world history volumes
Author and historian
Episode: We've Forgotten Who We Are. Here's How We Get it Back | Conrad Black
Josh Dehaas
Council and Interim Litigation Director at the Canadian Constitution Foundation
Canadian Constitution Foundation
Episode: Are We Entering a New Era of Online Surveillance in Canada? | Josh Dehaas
Rod Kurtz
Director of News at Bridge City News
Bridge City News
Episode: Is Canadian Citizenship Losing its Meaning?
David Leis
Host
Frontier Centre for Public Policy
Episode: Is Canadian Citizenship Losing its Meaning?
Bruce Pardy
Professor of Law at Queen's University; fellow at Frontier; executive director of Rights Probe
Queen's University; Frontier Centre for Public Policy
Episode: Land Claims will change Canada Forever | Bruce Pardy
Colonel David Redman
Senior fellow and retired Colonel with 27-year Armed Forces career focusing on national security
Frontier Centre for Public Policy
Episode: Is Canada Still a Safe Country? | LCol. David Redman
Jesse Zeman
Executive Director, BC Wildlife Federation
BC Wildlife Federation
Episode: The Battle Over Hunting, Fishing, and Crown Land in Canada
Chris Heald
Senior Policy Advisor
Manitoba Wildlife Federation
Episode: The Battle Over Hunting, Fishing, and Crown Land in Canada

Hosts

David Leis
Host of Leaders on the Frontier
David Lease
Host of Leaders on the Frontier Live

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Finally

    Finally found a conservative Canadian podcast 🇺🇸

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    usalove🇺🇸
    United States4 months ago
  • Non-partisan?

    The topics, guests, and discussions are interesting and well conducted. However, I’m struggling to see how you can describe your show as non-partisan — the bias is quite obvious.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ag451683
    Canadaa year ago
  • Deep Think and Intelligent Conversation

    What a great show. Always guest I may not have heard of but they seem to be people of influence and insiders speaking truth to error as the host says. I highly recommend listening to David Leis and his guests. The conversations have been valuable and informative. This has helped to to understand better what is happening in Canada.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Business Owner
    Canada2 years ago
  • Not a “return to reason”

    If you believe in climate change, and everything else that’s logical and ethical, this is not the podcast for you. Canada can do much better without this particular “leader”.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CFlearner
    Canada2 years ago

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Some episodes show clear pro-resource development bias.
Listeners appreciate rigorous guests but note occasional partisan slant.
Strong emphasis on Western Canada perspective and governance.
High-quality conversations that illuminate policy paths for real-world impact.
Thoughtful policy discussions with insider guests.

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9/11 Anniversary: Has Canada Learned Nothing?
Q: What concrete steps should Canada take now?
The guests advocate for a 25-year national vision, a task force on security with working groups for all six national interests, improved integration between federal, provincial, municipal governments and the private sector, and a renewed emphasis on resilience and national service ideas.
9/11 Anniversary: Has Canada Learned Nothing?
Q: What are the key lessons from 9-11 for Canada today?
The discussion emphasizes that Osama bin Laden achieved a new security paradigm, that Canada must renew its national security posture across intelligence, border services, and critical infrastructure, and that unity and a strong national security framework are essential for resilience.
9/11 Anniversary: Has Canada Learned Nothing?
Q: Where were you on 9-11 and how did it shape your sense of national duty?
Both guests recount immediate responses at Ottawa's National Defence Headquarters and Alberta's Task Force on Security, illustrating the rapid mobilization of security agencies, private sector coordination, and the sense that Canada needed to demonstrate leadership in a new security environment.
From Censored to NIH Director, Dr. Jayanta Bhattacharya Speaks Out
Q: How do you view the role of vaccines and the funding for mRNA programs?
He sees mRNA as a promising platform needing further development and trust rebuilding, while advocating redirecting some funds toward vaccine technologies and platforms with higher public trust and better alignment with societal values.
From Censored to NIH Director, Dr. Jayanta Bhattacharya Speaks Out
Q: What is the mandate you see for renewing trust in public health?
The mandate centers on bridging the trust gap by making science more open to debate, addressing the harms of past policies, and reforming governance to protect fundamental rights while advancing biomedical progress.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leaders on the Frontier

What is Leaders on the Frontier about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A policy-forward show anchored in Western Canadian perspectives, frequently hosting policy researchers, politicians, and legal analysts to dissect energy, trade, governance, and Indigenous rights within Canada. Episodes routinely tackle pipelines, energy policy, inflation, immigration, media funding, and constitutional questions, with a clear emphasis on market-based solutions, regional autonomy, and governance integrity. A notable strength is its ability to assemble insider voices from think tanks, law, and industry to sketch practical policy pathways, though the focus often leans pro-resource development and pro-market reform, which may appeal to listeners who value pragmatic, pro-growth perspectives.

The program often features long-form... more

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1. Wendell Cox
2. Conrad Black
3. Josh Dehaas
4. Rod Kurtz
5. David Leis
6. Bruce Pardy
7. Colonel David Redman
8. Jesse Zeman

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