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Return to Reason

Return to Reason
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Productivity
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Return to Reason shares a refreshing take on world events, culture, and issues of morality in a meaningful way. Although you may not agree with the opinions stated, you deserve to be fully informed, ready to handle every situation life throws at you. Anyone who has an appetite for the world to return to reason will enjoy this opinion column, TV show and podcast.

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During the Freedom Convoy in 2022, Canadians watched as bank accounts were frozen for supporting the protest. Now, in July 2025, it’s happening again. Eva Chipiuk — the lawyer who represented Convoy protestors and cross-examined former Prime Minister... more

Parliament has returned, but Canada is facing deep division at home and chaos abroad. The assassination of Charlie Kirk has sparked vigils across the country, while Canadians are asking tough questions: Can our leaders rise to the moment? Will nation... more

He was silenced by the media for questioning lockdowns, now Dr. Jayanta Bhattacharya has been appointed Director of the U.S. National Institute of Health.

In this exclusive interview, he shares his shock at the appointment, his first mandate to rebu... more

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Terrorism is still alive and well and yet Canada has not learned the hard lessons of 9/11. With our military in decline, global instability rising, and a government slow to act, are we leaving ourselves vulnerable?

Lt.-Gen. (Ret.) Michel Maisonneuve... more

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Dr. Jay Bhattacharya
Physician, epidemiologist, and health care economist, appointed director of the National Institute for Health Research.
National Institute for Health Research
Episode: From Censored to NIH Director, Dr. Jayanta Bhattacharya Speaks
Lord Nigel Biggar
Author of Colonialism, A Moral Reckoning, and Regius Professor Emeritus of Moral and Pastoral Theology at the University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: Residential Schools and “Genocide” in Canada, It's Not What You Think
Grant Devine
Former Premier of Saskatchewan and involved in business and academia.
Episode: Canada’s Economy Is Paralyzed, How Do We Fix It?
Dan McTeague
President of Canadians for Affordable Energy and former Liberal MP.
Canadians for Affordable Energy
Episode: Canada’s Economy Is Paralyzed, How Do We Fix It?
Matthew Embry
President of Muster Point Productions, documentary film producer
Muster Point Productions
Episode: Canada’s Energy Could End Global Poverty, So What’s Stopping Us?
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois
Faculty member at Dalhousie University and visiting faculty member at McGill, recognized for his work in food policy.
Dalhousie University
Episode: Why Your Grocery Bill Keeps Climbing
Georganne Burke
Senior partner with a consulting firm and a prominent figure in public policy discussions.
Pathway Group
Episode: Has Canada Become Intolerant?
The Honourable Dan McTeague
Former member of parliament with experience in liberal governments including those of Paul Martin and Jean Chrétien
Episode: Canada’s Political System Is Crumbling—How It Will Affect You
Dr. Jerry Bowler
Historian and Senior Fellow at Frontier
Frontier
Episode: Canada’s Military Is Broken—And Cash Alone Won’t Fix It

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David Leis
Host and president of the Frontier Centre for Public Policy, providing insights on public policy issues.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Wrong

    I enjoyed the latest episode but the former judge was incorrect about the racist slavery component of the USA. Initially Africans were not considered inferior. In fact the first slave owner in the USA was an African. It wasn’t until well after the USA became established that African racism began. And…there were always opponents to the racist ideas regarding slavery. The majority of the USA was not in favor of slavery and were not racist. Read, “Not Stolen”, by Jeff Fynn-Paul. It’s a common mista... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gnome chopper
    United Statesa year ago
  • Truth

    Very well done podcast bringing forward the most important issues of our time. We all need to support shows like this if we want to keep enjoying the freedoms our ancestors fought for.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PurplePianoCat
    Canadaa year ago
  • Top notch!

    Very interesting info from perspectives that are often not publicized. Thank you for shedding light on these topics, please keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fro57
    Canada3 years ago
  • Return to Reason

    Excellent program!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    timmermon
    Canada3 years ago
  • Captain Hook?

    Great content; but people are missing out because of the titles not having a hook :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yo Yokohama
    Canada3 years ago

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The New Way to Silence Canadians: Cut Off Their Cash
Q: Is there a need for a financial bill of rights?
Yes, the concept of a financial bill of rights emerges as critical, allowing individuals to have their banking access safeguarded against arbitrary decisions.
The New Way to Silence Canadians: Cut Off Their Cash
Q: What do we mean by debanking?
Debanking refers to the act of denying banking services to individuals or businesses based on legal, financial, or reputational risks.
9/11 Anniversary: Has Canada Learned Nothing?
Q: Colonel Redman, what should Canadians do to counteract these issues?
Canadians need to engage politically and work toward a unified national vision prioritizing unity and national security.
9/11 Anniversary: Has Canada Learned Nothing?
Q: General, what do you think are some key lessons learned from 9/11?
Osama bin Laden achieved his goal of changing the security landscape globally, making security protocols much stricter and more costly.
From Censored to NIH Director, Dr. Jayanta Bhattacharya Speaks
Q: How do we go about rebuilding trust in health institutions and renewing science?
By ensuring transparency and clearly delineating social values from scientific input to improve decision-making.

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Focusing on a myriad of pressing contemporary issues, discussions frequently revolve around politics, economics, culture, and morality. The conversations often engage with topics such as tax policy, property rights, public safety, and the impact of government on individual freedoms. Featuring expert guests from various sectors, including finance, law, and politics, the discourse promotes critical thinking and encourages a return to traditional values amid perceived challenges facing society. Listeners can expect a thought-provoking exploration of topics that emphasize personal responsibility and the importance of informed citizenship.

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2. Lord Nigel Biggar
3. Grant Devine
4. Dan McTeague
5. Matthew Embry
6. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois
7. Georganne Burke
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