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Western Standard Shows

Western Standard
Canada
Alberta
Mark Carney
Alberta Independence
Calgary
Alberta Independence Movement
Danielle Smith
Pipelines
Pierre Poilievre
British Columbia
NDP
United States
Independence Movement
Israel
China
Donald Trump
Justin Trudeau
Quebec
UCP
Carbon Tax

The official podcast for the Western Standard The Western Standard is an independent source of news and commentary fighting for a strong and free Western Canada, committed to the truth even when it hurts, and forever pledged to refuse government funding. Hosted by Cory Morgan covering news of the week along with analysis from guests.

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Latest Episodes

Cory talks about how Danielle Smith’s anti-independence campaigning could put her leadership at risk.

Marty breaks down the political tightrope facing Danielle Smith as Alberta’s referendum debate intensifies, with Mark Carney calling the separation question a “dangerous bluff.” He also looks at Steven Guilbeault’s resignation, federal cabinet cracks... more

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Derek Fildebrandt, Dave Naylor, Cory Morgan and Dave Wiechnik break down Mark Carney’s comments on a clear majority, whether Danielle Smith's leadership is at risk and Wab Kinew's comments during the Western Premier's conference in Kananaskis.

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Cory talks about how judicial interpretation of the constitution has empowered a racial minority to the point where the nation has become socially and economically crippled.

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Recent Guests

Wally Tam Tam
Parliament Hill reporter introduced on the show
Episode: THE PIPELINE: All Madness on the Western Front
Dennis Kalma
Founder/Principal, Alberta Transition Council
Alberta Transition Council
Episode: CORY MORGAN SHOW: Impossible indigenous consultation requirements will tear Canada to shreds
Franco Tarrazano
From the Canadian Taxpayers Federation
Canadian Taxpayers Federation
Episode: CORY MORGAN SHOW: The CBC funded hit pieces against Canadians are unforgiveable
John Weissenberger
Former chief of staff to a Harper-era immigration minister
Harper-era government
Episode: HANNAFORD: Once, we did immigration right – and we can do it right again
Eric Duhaime
Leader of the Conservative Party of Quebec
Conservative Party of Quebec
Episode: CORY MORGAN SHOW: The Alberta independence campaign must clean itself up
Kent Priebe
Lead pastor at Centre Street Church, Calgary
Centre Street Church
Episode: HANNAFORD: Pastor of Canada’s largest church raises alarm over Bill C-9
Farouk El-Sagir
Paul's Pizza owner
Paul's Pizza
Episode: CORY MORGAN SHOW: Carney’s new slush fund is another indication that Canada is broken
George Ramsay
Victoria-based writer who contributed a piece on land acknowledgments
C2C Journal, Western Standard
Episode: HANNAFORD: Compelled speech, the new threat to free expression in Canada
Greg Wilson
Professional engineer, wrote a piece in C2C Journal
CTC Journal / C2C Journal
Episode: CORY MORGAN SHOW: Alberta’s ridiculous high-speed internet scheme is robbing taxpayers

Hosts

Cory Morgan
Host of the show; news editor and commentator focusing on Western Canadian politics and independence discussions.
Nigel Hannaford
Host contributing to political commentary and analysis on provincial-federal dynamics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 142 ratings
  • No new shows for a month!

    Where are the new shows!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Boko 99
    Canadaa year ago
  • Where are the new shows?

    No new shows for 3 weeks. Let me guess, you need to sign up for a membership ? Oh well onto the next.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Qwrgniuffhiutfbjiyfv
    Canadaa year ago
  • WS subscriber.

    I pay for a yearly WS subscription solely for the podcasts they release.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    newera59fifty
    Canada3 years ago
  • Typically Canadian

    Listening to a grumpy old man caricature rattle on about PPC talking points is boring. I enjoyed some things I learned here about the Trucker smearing and violence perpetrated against innocent Canadians by our own elitist government, but I have no interest in listening to misinformed globalist propaganda about our FARMER RUN (not GOVERNMENT run or subsidized) food supply that ONLY serves a top 10 Canadian billionaire milk plant monopolist Lino Saputo and Laurentien Elite multigenerational polit... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    M.Y. Ready
    Canada4 years ago
  • Why 5?

    intro music , Off the top of the dome and going deep. Thanks for this .

    Deeman

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dyxn
    Canada4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Praises for unfettered discussions on Western Canadian policy and independence topics.
Listeners appreciate long-form, deep-dive discussions with guests and callers.
No new shows for a month; audience notices gaps and seek consistency.
Production quality is a common point of feedback alongside strong content.
Some criticisms focus on pacing and audio production; listeners value substance over form.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

HANNAFORD: Once, we did immigration right – and we can do it right again
Q: What is the realistic right number of annual immigrants, and how would you present this to a public wary of open borders?
A balanced approach would need to consider demographic needs, labor force participation, and social program costs, with a credible framework that aligns immigration levels to long-term economic and social capacity.
HANNAFORD: Once, we did immigration right – and we can do it right again
Q: How far should provinces be allowed to set their own immigration parameters, based on your federal experience?
Provinces like Quebec already have certain powers, so it seems reasonable for Alberta to seek more control, while recognizing movement within the country means policy choices in one province can affect others.
HANNAFORD: Compelled speech, the new threat to free expression in Canada
Q: How do these examples in Ontario school councils illustrate the enforcement of a particular viewpoint?
He details cases where speaking against land acknowledgments resulted in administrative pushback, suspensions, or policy changes, highlighting the tension between policy aims and individual speech rights.
HANNAFORD: Compelled speech, the new threat to free expression in Canada
Q: What happened to you in university that made you sensitive to land acknowledgments and compelled speech?
Ramsay describes a personal experience of feeling pressured in coursework to accept land acknowledgments as inherently beneficial, which led him to critique the performative aspect and seek a more open discourse.
HANNAFORD: Compelled speech, the new threat to free expression in Canada
Q: Can you just explain why you care about this?
Ramsay argues the core issue is the suppression of critical thinking and open discussion in universities, where rubrics and groupthink push students toward a single narrative rather than encouraging diverse viewpoints.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Western Standard Shows

What is Western Standard Shows about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The program consistently centers on Western Canadian politics, with a strong focus on provincial autonomy, energy policy, and the federal-provincial power balance. Episodes frequently analyze Alberta's independence movement, constitutional questions, court rulings, and the practicalities of governance, often featuring guests who bring policy or advocacy perspectives from fiscal accountability to regional sovereignty. A notable pattern is the direct-host, sharp-perspective style that blends preprocessing with audience-driven calls and promotional plugs for regional media and initiatives. This combination offers long-form, opinionated explorations of contemporary policy tensions, especially around energy, taxation, and independence campaigns,... more

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1. Wally Tam Tam
2. Dennis Kalma
3. Franco Tarrazano
4. John Weissenberger
5. Eric Duhaime
6. Kent Priebe
7. Farouk El-Sagir
8. George Ramsay

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