Local 514
Local 514Want to keep up to date with Montreal news? Local 514's news podcast is a talk show where host, Kalden Dhatsenpa, is joined by a wide variety of guests who have unique perspectives on Montréal's politics and movements. Local 514 is a proud production of CUTV.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 62 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsNews Commentary | |||
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With the Stanley Cup playoffs underway in Montreal, the excitement is everywhere and the SPVM is deploying to contain it, but some say they are overacting.
Alex MacMillan who started the Spark Solidarity page has been weighing in on what he considers... more
Muslim prisoners in Quebec face a compounded type of discrimination. There is the usual deprivation of life and freedom that the public expects prisoners to face. However, there is a rigidity of prison life that is wholly unaccommodating to the Musli... more
Should university staff at McGill be allowed to demand students identify themselves on campus? Montreal’s McGill University’s board of governors has voted in favour of a controversial new policy. It’s called the Identification Policy for Access to Pr... more
The National Post recently published a column by Terry Newman that referred to an event organized by the Palestinian Youth Movement Montreal as “pro-terror.” The event was intended to share the experiences of former Palestinian prisoners held in Isra... more
In this episode, Local 514 host Kalden Dhatsenpa sits down withvenue owner and former municipal political candidate Sergio Da Silva to discuss his recent criticism of Montreal’s new nightlife policy.
Sergio acknowledges that the policy brings some p... more
In a recent tweet, border scholar Harsha Walia described Bill C-12 as “absolutely horrific,” warning that it could become “the country’s largest machinery of deportation.” As the bill moves from the Senate to the House of Commons, concerns about its ... more
Local 514 host Kalden Dhatsenpa is joined by journalist Katia Lo Innes for a look at the stories making headlines in Montreal this month.The OQLF is planning on unleashing “secret shoppers” across Quebec but more than half of the visits will be in Mo... more
In 2026, 7 women have been killed in and around Montréal.
Ruba Ghazal, co-spokesperson of Quebec Solidaire claims that the CAQ government is contributing by underfunding prevention and support systems for women in danger. During a previous femicide... more
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Apple Podcasts | #143 |  Canada/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #23 |  Sweden/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #229 | Sweden/News |
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What is Local 514 about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show centers on Montreal's evolving political and social landscape, featuring interviews and discussions with a diverse roster of guests who bring local perspectives to urban issues. Recent episodes cover grassroots activism, labor movements, public policy debates, and how global trends intersect with Montreal's communities—from transit strikes and policing to student activism and language laws. The format blends reportage with thoughtful dialogue, often connecting on-the-ground community impacts to broader civic debates. A standout trait is the mix of activist voices, local organizers, and journalists, offering listeners a grounded, community-focused view of city life and policy. Potential listeners who want to understand how local act... more
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Local 514 launched 3 years ago and published 62 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on Local 514?
Recent guests on Local 514 include:
1. Stephanie Germain
2. Aaron Vansintjan
3. Vijay Kolinjivadi
4. Alex Pace
5. Mostafa Henaway
6. Sasha Dyck
7. Katherine Ottawa-Nequado
8. Dru Oja Jay
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